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ECHL: Martin Scores Icemen OT Winner over EverBlades

ECHL: Martin Scores Icemen OT Winner over EverBlades

ECHL All-Star Luke Martin (7) scored the overtime winner while Charles Williams stopped 18 of 19 shots as the Jacksonville Icemen defeated the Florida Everblades 2-1 in front of an announced crowd of 8,272 Veterans Memorial Arena Wednesday evening. Martin was the No. 1 Star of the Game. With the win, the Icemen set a new club record longest unbeaten/points streak at ten games. (SportsDay photo by Nancy DeLander Beecher/Florida Sports Wire)

ECHL: Icemen; Lindbom Shutout Oilers for Sixth Straight Win

ECHL: Icemen; Lindbom Shutout Oilers for Sixth Straight Win

Olof Lindbom earned a 24-save shutout while Matt Salhany and Easton Brodzinski scored their first goals of the season as the Jacksonville Icemen defeated the Tulsa Oilers 3-0 at the BOK Center Saturday Night.

Gator Bowl: Several Gamecocks Earn Post-Season Accolades from Phil Steele

Gator Bowl: Several Gamecocks Earn Post-Season Accolades from Phil Steele

COLUMBIA, S.C. (Florida Sports Wire) – Several University of South Carolina football players have been recognized for their outstanding 2022 seasons, earning spots on Phil Steele’s All-America and All-SEC squads, the national media outlet announced today. Junior punter Kai Kroeger, who has earned several All-America distinctions, was named fourth-team All-America, according to Steele. Kroeger was also selected as the first-team punter on the All-SEC squad. Junior wide receiver Antwane Wells Jr. joined Kroeger on the first-team All-SEC unit. Wells was also named Honorable Mention All-American, according to Steele. Three Gamecocks – junior defensive tackle Tonka Hemingway, junior cornerback Cam Smith and sophomore long snapper Hunter Rogers, earned spots on Steele’s second-team All-SEC squad. Junior tight end Jaheim Bell was the lone Gamecock to earn third-team All-SEC honors, while senior offensive guard Jovaughn Gwyn and junior defensive end Jordan Burch both secured spots on the All-SEC fourth team. The Gamecocks (8-4, 4-4 SEC) will be back in action on Friday, Dec. 30, when they travel to Jacksonville, Fla. to face the Notre Dame Fighting Irish (8-4) in the 78th edition of the TaxSlayer Gator Bowl. Game time is set for 3:30 pm ET and the contest will be televised nationally on ESPN.

Gator Bowl: Beamer Tabs Loggains as Offensive Coordinator/QB Coach

Gator Bowl: Beamer Tabs Loggains as Offensive Coordinator/QB Coach

COLUMBIA, S.C. (Florida Sports Wire) — University of South Carolina head football coach Shane Beamer has named Dowell Loggains as the Gamecocks’ offensive coordinator/quarterbacks coach, it was announced today. Loggains, 42, has spent the past two seasons as the tight ends coach the University of Arkansas as part of Sam Pittman’s staff. Equipped with a wealth of experience as an offensive coordinator and quarterbacks coach from his time in the NFL, Loggains has also established himself as an excellent recruiter in his two-year stint with the Razorbacks, ranking in the top 25 nationally.

ECHL: Jacksonville Sweeps Utah with 4-1 Win

ECHL: Jacksonville Sweeps Utah with 4-1 Win

JACKSONVILLE - Jacksonville (12-9) won its fourth game in a row with a 4-1 victory over the Utah Grizzlies (9-12) Saturday night at Veterans Memorial Arena. The Icemen scored two short handed goals in the win. Jacksonville goaltender Parker Gahagen stopped 28 shots.

ECHL: Jacksonville Makes it Two in a Row Against Grizzlies

ECHL: Jacksonville Makes it Two in a Row Against Grizzlies

JACKSONVILLE (Florida Sports Wire) -- The Jacksonville Icemen (11-9) skated past the visiting Utah Grizzlies (10-11) Friday night at Veterans Memorial Arena, 4-1. Ara Nazarian and Luke Martin gave the Icemen a 2-0 lead. Johnny Walker scored on a power play for the visitors. The Icemen added goals by Ben Hawerchuk and Derek Lodermeier to round out the scoring. Goaltender Charles Williams made 23 saves for the Icemen. The two clubs meet again Saturday night at 7 p.m. (Photo by Nancy Beecher/Florida Sports Wire)

Staying Put: FSU QB Jordan Travis Announces His Intentions

Staying Put: FSU QB Jordan Travis Announces His Intentions

Florida Sports Wire TALLAHASSEE – Florida State’s All-ACC quarterback Jordan Travis announced his plan to stay at Florida State for his final season of eligibility in 2023. Travis made the announcement on social media Monday evening. Travis is the first player in Florida State history with at least 20 touchdown passes and 7 rushing touchdowns in a season and he enters the Cheez-It Bowl against Oklahoma with 30 total touchdowns – 22 passing, 7 rushing and 1 receiving.

Orlando Pride Announces Promotion of Seb Hines to Head Coach

Orlando Pride Announces Promotion of Seb Hines to Head Coach

ORLANDO (Florida Sports Wire) — The Orlando Pride has announced the promotion of Seb Hines to head coach, effective immediately, signing a multi-year contract to lead the Pride.A former defender in the English Premier League, Hines was named the Club’s interim head coach on June 7, 2022, leading the Pride over the final 15 matches of the 2022 season. During that time, the Pride went on a seven-game unbeaten run from July 3 to Aug. 20, and saw increases in the team’s averages on shots, shot on target and passing accuracy, as well as three total clean sheets.

ECHL: Icemen Defenseman Jacob Friend Returns for a Third Season

ECHL: Icemen Defenseman Jacob Friend Returns for a Third Season

JACKSONVILLE (Florida Sports Wire) – The Jacksonville Icemen, ECHL affiliate of the NHL’s New York Rangers and the AHL’s Hartford Wolf Pack announced that the team has agreed to terms with defenseman Jacob Friend for the 2022-23 season. Friend, 25, returns to the Icemen for a third season. Last season, Friend recorded 13 points (5g, 8a) with 79 penalty minutes in 43 games played with Jacksonville. In addition, he also appeared in 17 games with the AHL’s Charlotte Checkers, registering two points (1g, 1a) with 33 penalty minutes.

MLS Recap: Orlando City Drops 2-1 Decision to New York City FC

MLS Recap: Orlando City Drops 2-1 Decision to New York City FC

HARRISON, N.J. (SportsTicker) – Orlando City SC (13-13-6, 45 points) were defeated by New York City FC (15-11-7, 52 points), 2-1, on Sunday afternoon at Red Bull Arena. The Lions will have a quick turnaround as they are set to face off against intrastate rivals Inter Miami CF on Wednesday night. The Lions’ lone goal came courtesy of Facundo Torres, who accounted for his team-leading 12th goal across all competitions this season.

Florida Panthers Assign 10 Players to Charlotte Checkers

Florida Panthers Assign 10 Players to Charlotte Checkers

 Florida Panthers General Manager Bill Zito announced today that the club has assigned 10 players to the Charlotte Checkers of the American Hockey League (AHL). Forwards Connor Bunnaman, Grigori Denisenko, Patrick Giles, Ethan Keppen, Anton Levtchi, and Riley Nash, defensemen Dennis Cesana, Santtu Kinnunen and John Ludvig and goaltender Mack Guzda are expected to report to Charlotte.

JU: Men’s Soccer Drops Match to Bellarmine 1-0

JU: Men’s Soccer Drops Match to Bellarmine 1-0

(SportsTicker) - Jacksonville Men's Soccer received their first home loss of the season on Saturday night, falling to the Bellarmine Knights by a score of 1-0. The two sides spent the majority of the first half feeling each other out, trading their first shots in the 22nd (Bellarmine) and 25th minute (Jacksonville). Following the opening 25, Jacksonville settled in defensively, but it would be the Knights who would break through in the 45th minute when midfielder Ben Griffis put one in the top corner with just 53 seconds remaining in the half.

Reacp: Nashville Sounds Silence Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp 3-0

Reacp: Nashville Sounds Silence Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp 3-0

NASHVILLE (SportsTicker) –The Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp offense struggled Saturday in a 3-0 loss to the Nashville Sounds at First Horizon Park. The game was scoreless into the fifth inning, when Jacksonville (75-64) starter Braxton Garrett (2-3) walked Cam Devanney before yielding singles to Sal Frelick and Esteury Ruiz to load the bases with no one out. Brice Turang singled in a run and two batters later, Joey Wiemer lifted a sacrifice fly to make it 2-0 in favor of Nashville (84-55). The score remained that way until the seventh. Ruiz led off with a base hit, stole second and moved to third on an error during the steal. An infield single put Turang on before Jon Singleton lifted a sacrifice fly to widen the gap to 3-0.

JU: Dolphins Split the Opening Day of the Troy Invitational

JU: Dolphins Split the Opening Day of the Troy Invitational

Jacksonville University volleyball split the opening day of the Troy Invitational on Friday. The Dolphins (5-6) took a five-set tournament opener over Gardner-Webb, before dropping a five-setter in the evening to Alabama State.

HS Scoreboard: Westside 22, Atlantic Coast 6

HS Scoreboard: Westside 22, Atlantic Coast 6

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Jumbo Shrimp: Iowa Cubs Best Jacksonville 6-2 to Open Series

Jumbo Shrimp: Iowa Cubs Best Jacksonville 6-2 to Open Series

The Iowa Cubs opened their six game series against the Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp with a 6-2 win Tuesday night. Levi Jordan and Luis Vasquez homered for the visitors. Brian Miller and Troy Johnston scored forJacksonville. Miami Marlins left-handed pitcher Braxton Garrett has been assigned to Jacksonville to begin an injury rehabilitation assignment. Garrett is expected to start for the Jumbo Shrimp in Wednesday’s 7:05 p.m. game against Iowa from 121 Financial Ballpark. Garrett’s time with Jacksonville will be the 13th rehab stint for a Miami player in Jacksonville this season, respectively, following left-hander Richard Bleier (May 22), right-hander Dylan Floro (April 30-May 9), infielder/outfielder Brian Anderson (June 23-June 27, August 5-12), infielder Joey Wendle (June 25-June 30), right-hander Cody Poteet (July 8-July 12), left-hander Jesús Luzardo (July 22-July 27), right-hander Edward Cabrera (July 28-August 5), right-hander Cole Sulser (August 4-14), infielder Jon Berti (August 5-12), left-hander Trevor Rogers (August 19-31) and outfielder Avisaíl García (August 23-present). (Photo by Nancy Beecher/SportsDay)

2023 NHRA Camping World Drag Racing Series Season Schedule

NHRA officials today announced the details of the full 2023 Camping World Drag Racing Series schedule, which will include a pair of Pep Boys NHRA All-Star Callout races in Gainesville and Indianapolis, as well as a return to the fan-favorite Route 66 Raceway in Joliet, Ill. March 9-12: 54th annual Amalie Motor Oil NHRA Gatornationals, Gainesville Raceway, Gainesville, Fl. The race will also include the Pep Boys NHRA Top Fuel All-Star Callout. For more information on NHRA, visit www.nhra.com.

College Soccer

The University of Tampa women's soccer team met NCAA Division II opponent Chowan University in a neutral site match, coming away with a lopsided 5-0 victory. Tampa returns home for its 2022 home opener on Thursday. The Spartans will host the University of Alabama at Huntsville at 7 p.m., at Pepin Stadium. .

Jacksonville University Men's Soccer Scores Late to Secure Draw Against Detroit-Mercy

Jacksonville University Men's Soccer Scores Late to Secure Draw Against Detroit-Mercy

Jacksonville Men's Soccer opened their season on Thursday night with a hard-fought, rain laden match against Detroit-Mercy that saw the 'Phins score late to force a 2-2 draw. Jacksonville will now enjoy a couple days of rest before hitting the Southern Oak Stadium field again this Sunday when they host Wright State at 1 pm.

Updated Jacksonville Jaguars Make Roster Moves

The Jacksonville Jaguars have made the following roster moves: Signed QB Jake Luton, waived kicker Ryan Santoso, claimed kicker James McCourt off of waivers from the Los Angeles Chargers; OL Beau Benzschawel (waived); CB Shabari Davis (waived); TE Grayson Gunter (waived); OLB Wyatt Ray (waived); WR Lujuan Winningham (waived); WR Marvin Hall (released).

MLS: Tesho Akindele’s Late Strike Lifts Lions to Victory in Charlotte

MLS: Tesho Akindele’s Late Strike Lifts Lions to Victory in Charlotte

Orlando City SC (10-10-6, 36 points) earned a hard-fought three points on the road on Sunday night, defeating expansion side Charlotte FC (10-15-2, 32 points) 2-1 at Bank of America Stadium. The Lions were backed by second-half goals from Ercan Kara and Tesho Akindele, the latter coming in the 89th minute to secure all three points for the visitors.

Natasha Howard Among USA Women’s National Team Training Camp Participants

Natasha Howard Among USA Women’s National Team Training Camp Participants

Florida State Women’s Basketball Alumna Natasha Howard is one of 28 athletes selected to participate in the 2022 USA Basketball Women’s National Team training camp from Sept. 6-12 in Las Vegas. Athletes were selected by the USA Basketball Women’s National Team Committee, chaired by Connecticut Sun president Jen Rizzotti. The 2022 FIBA World Cup includes 12 of the best national teams in the world and takes place Sept. 22-Oct. 1 in Sydney. The USA Women’s Basketball National Team will be announced prior to the start of group play at the FIBA World Cup.

Jaguars Roster News

The Jacksonville Jaguars have signed OLB Wyatt Ray. Ray spent portions of the 2022 offseason with the Jaguars and has appeared in 19 career games (two starts) and recorded 15 tackles and 2.0 sacks with the Titans (2020) and Bengals (2021). In 2021, he played in 15 games and posted 14 tackles for Cincinnati. Ray played four years collegiately at Boston College (2015-18) and totaled 114 tackles, 24 tackles for loss and 17.0 sacks, including a career-best 44 tackles en route to Third-Team All-ACC honors as a senior in 2018. The Boca Raton, Fla. native attended St. Thomas Aquinas (Fla.) High School.

Jumbo Shrimp Back Home; Pitching, HRs Defeat Nashville 12-1

Jumbo Shrimp Back Home; Pitching, HRs Defeat Nashville 12-1

The Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp scored three runs in the first inning, powered by Brian Miller's two-run homer, and cruised to a 12-1 win over the Nashville SoundsTuesday night. Jesus Sanchez smacked a three-run shot in a five- run fourth. Luis Aviles, Jr. and Jerar Encarnacion added a solo home runs. Lefthander Josh Rogers picked up the win. The clubs meet again Wednesday. (Photo by Nancy Beecher/SportsDay)

Atlanta to Host 2025 National Championship

IRVING, Texas (SportsTicker)– Bill Hancock, Executive Director of the College Football Playoff (CFP), announced today that the CFP’s Management Committee has selected Atlanta to host the 2025 CFP National Championship at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Atlanta will become the first city to host the CFP title game for a second time.

Jaguars Make Roster Moves

(SportsTicker) - The Jacksonville Jaguars have made the following roster moves today. RB Matt Colburn II (waived), K Elliott Fry (waived/injured) QB Jake Luton (waived), WR Ryan McDaniel (waived), OLB Wyatt Ray (waived)

Axemen Claim Rugby Title

Axemen Claim Rugby Title

Jacksonville Axemen have gone undefeated for the 2022 season Saturday at UNF and are the USARL Champions. The Axemen defeated the Tampa Mayhem 36-12.

Recap: Jacksonville’s Late Push Not Enough in 4-3 Loss to Durham

Recap: Jacksonville’s Late Push Not Enough in 4-3 Loss to Durham

Despite plating three runs in the seventh inning, the Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp fell short 4-3 to the Durham Bulls Friday night at Durham Bulls Athletic Park. Durham (60-49) took the early lead in the second inning. Josh Lowe started the inning with a walk and two batters later, Tristan Gray (27) launched a two-run home run off Jacksonville (60-49) starter Cody Mincey (L, 1-2). (File photo by Eldy Mendez)

Jaguars Training Camp Resumes Sunday

Jaguars Training Camp Resumes Sunday

The Jacksonville Jaguars returned to training camp Sunday. The Jaguars will play host to the Cleveland Browns in a Preseason game at TIAA Bank Field Friday. Photo by Nancy Beecher

Canton 'worth the wait' for Jacksonville's LeRoy Butler

Canton 'worth the wait' for Jacksonville's LeRoy Butler

Jacksonville's LeRoy Butler admits he wouldn't be in the Pro Football Hall of Fame if it weren't for his teachers and coaches, especially legendary Lee High school football coach Corky Rogers and Bobby Bowden, who recruited Butler to Florida State. Butler played safety in the NFL for the Green Bay Packers.

Former Jumbo Shrimp Burdick debuts for Miami Marlins

Former Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp outfielder Peyton Burdick made his MLB debut Friday for the Miami Marlins against the Chicago Cubs at Wrigley Field. Burdick is the fifth former Jumbo Shrimp to make his MLB debut in the last 13 days, following former Jacksonville teammates in outfielder JJ Bleday (July 23, Miami Marlins), right-handed pitcher Huascar Brazoban (July 24, Miami Marlins), infielder Charles Leblanc (July 30, Miami Marlins) and left-handed pitcher Jake Fishman (July 31, Miami Marlins). Burdick got the start for Miami in left field. He hit seventh, going 0-for-3 with a walk in the Marlins’ 2-1 loss.

Luray Peanut Company lends support for youth football initiatives to Jaguars this season

Luray Peanut Company lends support for youth football initiatives to Jaguars this season

Luray Peanut Company, a boiled peanut company, is kicking off their inaugural year by officially joining the Jacksonville Jaguars roster of sponsors for the 2022 NFL season. Fans will be able to enjoy original salted and Cajun boiled peanuts at TIAA Bank Field concessionaries this season. Jaguars cornerback and avid lover of boiled peanuts Shaquill Griffin will serve as the official spokesman for the partnership. #luray #jaguars

Marlins Send Sulser to Jacksonville for Rehab Assignment

The Miami Marlins announced Thursday that right-handed relief pitcher Cole Sulser has been assigned to Jacksonville to continue an injury rehabilitation assignment. Sulser is expected to pitch for the Jumbo Shrimp against the Memphis Redbirds during their series over the weekend at 121 Financial Ballpark. Sulser was placed on the 15-day IL on June 15 due to a right lat strain. Thus far in 2022, Sulser has pitched 26 games with the Miami Marlins, going 1-3 with a 3.86 ERA, fanning 26 against 10 walks in 23.1 innings. The 32-year-old began his rehab stint with Low-A Jupiter, throwing 2.1 scoreless innings over two scoreless appearances.

Jacksonville Jaguars make roster move

The Jacksonville Jaguars have signed OL Beau Benzschawel. The team waived/injured OL Jared Hocker. Benzschawel has appeared in three NFL games with Detroit (2019 - two) and Houston (2020 - one). The Grafton, Wisc. native attended the University of Wisconsin, where he made 49 consecutive starts and earned First-Team All-Big Ten honors in 2017 and 2018 as an offensive guard. Benzschawel will wear No. 70 for the Jaguars.

Arena: Jacksonville Sharks Seson Ends in 68-67 Loss to Empire

Arena: Jacksonville Sharks Seson Ends in 68-67 Loss to Empire

Eliminated from the National Arena League championship, the #4 Jacksonville Sharks (7-8) were two points away from victory tonight against the #1 Empire who advance to the NAL championship against the Carolina Cobras. Leaders tonight include Sharks quarterback Arvell Nelson who threw seven touchdown passes for 353 yards. Receiver Kamrin Solomon who caught three touchdowns including the last play of the game and the two-point conversion. On defense, defensive back Miles Kelly led the team with six tackles while defensive linemen Seyvon Lowry and Chei Hill both gained four tackles and one sack each. On special teams Kicker Nick Belcher had a solid performance going 1 for 1 in field goals and 6 for 6 in extra points while also adding a deuce on the road for tonight's playoff game.

NFL: Tampa Bay Buccaneers Sign Julio Jones

NFL: Tampa Bay Buccaneers Sign Julio Jones

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers signed wide receiver Julio Jones. Jones (6-3, 220), a seven-time Pro Bowler and two-time All-Pro selection, is the NFL’s all-time leader in receiving yards per game (91.9) and ranks third in receptions per game (6.1) among players with at least 100 games played. In addition, he ranks 17th in NFL history in career receiving yards (13,330) and 25th in career receptions (879).

ECHL: Second-Year Defenseman Victor Hadfield Returns to Icemen

ECHL: Second-Year Defenseman Victor Hadfield Returns to Icemen

The Jacksonville Icemen, ECHL affiliate of the NHL’s New York Rangers and the AHL’s Hartford Wolf Pack announced that the team has agreed to terms with defenseman Victor Hadfield for the 2022-2023 season. Hadfield, 21, returns for another season in Jacksonville after logging six assists in 16 outings with the Icemen last season. In addition, Hadfield added another assist in five playoff appearances. Hadfield was acquired by the Icemen in a trade with the South Carolina Stingrays this past March. The 6-0, 179-pound defenseman registered four points (2g, 2a) in 16 appearances with South Carolina to bring his rookie point total to ten points in 32 games.

Rugby: Axemen Comeback Derails Tampa Mayhem

Rugby: Axemen Comeback Derails Tampa Mayhem

The Jacksonville Axemen overcame a 16-4 first half deficit and rallied to defeat Tampa 36-26 Saturday at UNF. The Axemen remain undefeated as they travel to Southwest FL next week for the final game of the regular season.

ECHL: Icemen Ink Dynamic Forward Brendan Harris

ECHL: Icemen Ink Dynamic Forward Brendan Harris

The Jacksonville Icemen, ECHL affiliate of the NHL’s New York Rangers and the AHL’s Hartford Wolf Pack announced that the team has agreed to terms with forward Brendan Harris for the 2022-2023 season. Harris, 26, returns for his second season in Jacksonville where he recorded 30 points (12g, 18a) in 39 regular games played last season. Harris led the Icemen in playoff scoring this past spring logging a balanced eight points (4g, 4a) in eight playoff appearances. The 5-7, 168-pound forward was acquired by the Icemen via trade with the Wheeling Nailers on January 21 of this year.

ECHL: Bullion Returns To Norfolk For 2022-23 Season

ECHL: Bullion Returns To Norfolk For 2022-23 Season

The Norfolk Admirals Professional Hockey Club, affiliate of the Carolina Hurricanes and Chicago Wolves, announced on Thursday afternoon that goaltender Michael Bullion has signed a contract with the club for the 2022-23 season. Bullion, 25, is the first goaltender to sign a contract with the Admirals for the upcoming season.

ECHL: Forward Mike Szmatula Returns; Icemen Add Matt Salhany

ECHL: Forward Mike Szmatula Returns; Icemen Add Matt Salhany

The Jacksonville Icemen announced that the team has agreed to terms with forwards Mike Szmatula (pictured above) and Matt Salhany for the 2022-2023 season.

SOLAR BEARS ANNOUNCE MATT CARKNER AS HEAD COACH

ORLANDO, Fla. — Matt Carkner has been named head coach and general manager of the Orlando Solar Bears, team president Chris Heller announced today. Carkner becomes the fifth head coach in franchise history. Carkner will be introduced to the media in person at a press conference on Tuesday, June 21 at Amway Center. “We would like to welcome Matt and his family to the Orlando Solar Bears,” said Heller. “Over the last several seasons, Matt has emerged as an up-and-coming coach in the American Hockey League who is able to effectively communicate with today’s generation of young players and aid in their development.”

Jeff Culhane Named New Voice For FSU Athletics

Jeff Culhane Named New Voice For FSU Athletics

Jeff Culhane has been hired as Director of Broadcasting for LEARFIELD’s Seminole Sports Properties and will serve as the voice for Florida State football and men’s basketball. Culhane brings 20 years of multimedia experience to the Seminoles, including roles building radio affiliate networks in addition to broadcasting duties for Nebraska, West Virginia and North Dakota State. He has extensive experience growing radio networks through adding new affiliates and producing original content, including daily shows, weekly features and podcasts that highlight student-athletes and coaches in each program. “Jeff Culhane is an exciting hire for our department and fans,” FSU Vice President and Director of Athletics Michael Alford said. “He is a talented, experienced play-by-play voice who has called many postseason games across multiple sports while also creating content for the programs he has worked with and their affiliate radio networks. This position attracted nationwide interest, and Jeff’s unique abilities continued to rise to the top. I look forward to how Jeff will help tell the stories of our student-athletes, coaches and department through this expanded role.” For the past six years, Culhane has been the voice of North Dakota State football, men’s basketball and baseball. In his role at NDSU, Culhane was the play-by-play announcer for four FCS National Championship Games, two men’s basketball NCAA Tournament appearances and one NCAA Baseball Regional appearance. He also coordinated affiliate relations for the Bison Radio Network while developing a sports radio station in Fargo and hosting a daily show on the network.

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College Football: Alex Golesh Named Sixth Head Coach at USF

College Football: Alex Golesh Named Sixth Head Coach at USF

TAMPA (Florida Sports Wire) – University of South Florida Vice President of Athletics Michael Kelly announced his selection of 2022 Broyles Award finalist Alex Golesh as the sixth head coach in USF football history. A nationally recognized recruiter and play caller for the nation’s highest-scoring and most-explosive offense, Golesh comes to USF after serving as offensive coordinator/tight ends coach at the University of Tennessee the last two seasons, helping propel the Vols from three wins (3-7) the season before his arrival to 10 wins this year and a No. 7 College Football Playoff ranking.

Golf: JAGA Scholarship Golf Classic Raises $24,000

Golf: JAGA Scholarship Golf Classic Raises $24,000

JACKSONVILLE – The Jacksonville Area Golf Association hosted its 19th JAGA Scholarship Golf Classic at Deerwood Country Club and raised $24,000. The proceeds will support JAGA’s 2022-2023 Charitable Trust program, which annually awards scholarship support to Northeast Florida students seeking to attend college. JAGA currently supports 40 students with $2,000 renewable yearly grants. The current recipients represent 21 JAGA-member clubs and attend 26 different colleges in and outside the state of Florida. Since the Trust was formed in 1974, JAGA has awarded approximately $1.8 million to more than 375 deserving students.

ECHL: Icemen Rally From Three-Goal Deficit to Defeat Stingrays 4-3

ECHL: Icemen Rally From Three-Goal Deficit to Defeat Stingrays 4-3

NORTH CHARLESTON, SC- The Jacksonville Icemen rallied from a 3-0 deficit to defeat the South Carolina Stingrays 4-3 in overtime at the North Charleston Coliseum Friday night. Ara Nazarian netted the game-winning goal, and his goal also tied him with former Icemen Wacey Rabbit for most goals scored in club history with 44 goals.

ECHL: Solar Bears Pick up First Road Win of Season at Expense of Icemen

ECHL: Solar Bears Pick up First Road Win of Season at Expense of Icemen

JACKSONVILLE (SportsTicker) – Jacksonville (4-5-0) returned home Friday night to host Orlando (3-4-1) following Thursday’s 2-1 overtime win in Greenville. Steve Olesky scored twice to lead the Solar Bears to a 5-2 win over the Icemen. The Solar Bears came into the game looking for their first road win of the season. Orlando’s Matthew Barnaby scored to open the final period to make it 3-1. But Ara Nazarian cut into the Solar Bears lead with his fourth tally of the season. The visitors took a 2-1 lead into the final period. Jacksonville avoided a shutout with Victor Hadfield’s second of the goal of the season with four seconds to play in the middle period. Olesky notched his first goal of the season at the 3:20 mark of the first period. Tristan Langan made it 2-0 late in the second. The Solar Bears’ Jack LaFontaine stopped 35 shots. Jacksonville’s Parker Gahagen made 21 saves. The game went without a penalty until the 6:29 mark of the third when Jacksonville’s Cristiano DiGiacinto and Orlando’s Dimitry Semykin were sent off for roughing. Brayden Guy made it 5-2 with an open net goal. The Icemen host the Trois-Rivières Lions Saturday night at 7 p.m.

Bradham Wins the APGA Tour Farmers Insurance® Fall Series Finale

Bradham Wins the APGA Tour Farmers Insurance® Fall Series Finale

TUSTIN, Calif.- Michael Bradham shot rounds of 68-69 to finish at 7-under-par and capture his first career APGA Tour victory at the APGA Tour Farmers Insurance Fall Series Finale at Tustin Ranch Golf Club, the culminating event of the four-tournament APGA Tour Farmers Insurance® Fall Series. Thanks to a win and a runner-up finish earlier in APGA Tour Farmers Insurance Fall Series events, Marcus Byrd topped the APGA Tour Farmers Insurance® Fall Series standings and collected $10,000 of the $30,000 bonus pool.

Gators Down Bulldogs in Jacksonville Baseball Exhibition

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. (SportsDay) – Florida baseball opened its fall exhibition season with an 8-4 victory over SEC rival Georgia in a 10-inning affair at 121 Financial Ballpark on Friday night. With the win, Florida takes a 2-1 series lead over Georgia in the fall exhibition series in Jacksonville. Josh Rivera (3-for-5) and Jac Caglianone (3-for-5) paced the offense with three-hit nights. Rivera finished with one double, two singles, two runs, one RBI and one steal while Caglianone recorded three singles with one run and one RBI. BT Riopelle (1-for-5) led the Gators with two runs driven in.

SEC: LSU Offense Shines, Powers Tigers Past Florida, 45-35

SEC: LSU Offense Shines, Powers Tigers Past Florida, 45-35

GAINESVILLE, Fla. – Quarterback Jayden Daniels accounted for six touchdowns and 349 yards passing to lead LSU past Florida, 45-35, on Saturday night at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. LSU improved to 5-2 and 3-1 in SEC play, while the Gators fell to 4-3, 1-3 in the SEC.

Orlando City Clinches Spot in Audi 2022 MLS Cup Playoffs With 2-1 Victory Over Columbus Crew

Orlando City Clinches Spot in Audi 2022 MLS Cup Playoffs With 2-1 Victory Over Columbus Crew

ORLANDO (SportsTicker) - Orlando City SC (14-1 travel to the First Round. The Lions earned a come-from-behind victory thanks to goals from Júnior Urso and Facundo Torres, the former netting his sixth of the year, while the latter netted his team-high 13th across all competitions in 2022. Torres’ goal came from the penalty spot after Video Review deemed a handball occurred in Columbus’ box following a shot from Benji Michel in the 81st minute. City’s postseason berth serves as its third in as many years, with all of th4-6, 48 points) clinched a berth in the Audi 2022 MLS Cup Playoffs on Sunday afternoon, defeating Columbus Crew (10-8-16, 46 points) by a score of 2-1 at Exploria Stadium.

ECHL Notes: Icemen Bring Back Forward Ara Nazarian

ECHL Notes: Icemen Bring Back Forward Ara Nazarian

The Jacksonville Icemen, ECHL affiliate of the NHL’s New York Rangers and the AHL’s Hartford Wolf Pack announced that the team has agreed to terms with forward Ara Nazarian for the 2022-23 season. Nazarian, 26, returns for a third season in Jacksonville where he posted 31 points (13g, 17a) in 40 games last season. In addition, Nazarian also earned a lengthy call-up with the AHL’s Rochester Americans and recorded three points (1g, 2a) in 14 appearances, while scoring a goal in his AHL debut on Dec. 29, 2021 against the Providence Bruins. Nazarian led the Icemen in scoring during the 2020-21 season with a balanced 51 points (25g, 26a). Nazarian was acquired via trade by the Icemen in the summer of 2020 from the Adirondack Thunder, where he played one season logging 32 points in 2019-2020.

College Football: Noles Fall to Wake Forest, 31-21

College Football: Noles Fall to Wake Forest, 31-21

Wake Forest kicked a 27-yard field goal with 2:55 left to put the game out of reach as the the 22nd-ranked Demon Deacons churned out over 400 yards of total offense to hand No. 23 Florida State its first loss of the season 31-21 in Doak Campbell Stadium on Saturday.

Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp Close Out 2022 with Win

Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp Close Out 2022 with Win

Bryson Brigman and Jesús Sánchez blasted solo home runs as the Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp closed out the 2022 season with a 5-3 win over the Norfolk Tides Wednesday night at Harbor Park. The Jumbo Shrimp (80-69) took the lead in the top of the sixth inning and never looked back.

JU Women's Volleyball Sweeps Stetson in ASUN Opener

JU Women's Volleyball Sweeps Stetson in ASUN Opener

Jacksonville volleyball swept Stetson Friday night in ASUN opener. Jenna McNamara led the Dolphins with 12 kills, Haley Hart adding 11 kills of her own. Rocassin had 36 assists through three sets, with Kariana Ayala-Drew digging 18 to lead the team. JU returns to Swisher Saturday to take on FGCU at 5pm. It was the first win to open ASUN play since 2019.

MLS RECAP: Orlando City SC Dominates Toronto FC in 4-0 Victory

MLS RECAP: Orlando City SC Dominates Toronto FC in 4-0 Victory

ORLANDO (SportsDay) - Orlando City SC (13-12-6, 45 points) defeated Toronto FC (9-16-7, 34 points) 4-0 on Saturday night at Exploria Stadium. The win marks a season sweep over the Canadian-based side after the Lions went into BMO Field earlier this season and walked out with a win thanks to a stoppage-time game-winner off the head of Kyle Smith. City was backed by goals from Facundo Torres, Ercan Kara and Tesho Akindele, along with a Toronto own goal. Torres and Kara each collected their 11th goals of the year in all competitions, tying one another for the team lead. Orlando City became the first Club in MLS history to have at least one double-digit scorer in each of the team’s first eight regular seasons with Kara’s finish on the night. Akindele’s strike served as his third of the year, all of which came late in the second half.

SEC Soccer: Florida Gators Lose 2-1 to Tennessee in League Opener

SEC Soccer: Florida Gators Lose 2-1 to Tennessee in League Opener

GAINESVILLE (SportsDay) – It was a hard-fought match, but it was defending Southeastern Conference Tournament champion Tennessee taking a 2-1 win over Florida Friday evening at the Donald R. Dizney Stadium to open league play.

Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp Sweep Iowa Cubs in DH

Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp Sweep Iowa Cubs in DH

The Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp recorded their largest home win since 2009 and Willians Astudillo blasted a two-run walk-off home run to sweep the Iowa Cubs in their de facto doubleheader 16-0 and 3-1 Friday night at 121 Financial Ballpark. The Jumbo Shrimp and I-Cubs meet at 6:35 p.m. on Saturday. LHP Josh Rogers (1-6, 7.85 ERA) starts for Jacksonville, with coverage beginning at 6:20 p.m. on MiLB.tv, ESPN 690 AM and www.ESPN690.com. Gates open at 5:30 p.m. for Saturday’s contest. The first 2,000 fans will receive a Jumbo Shrimp Home Plate Doormat presented by First Watch.(File Photo by Nancy Beecher/FSW)

Jacksonville Sharks: Gibson Announces First Coaching Hire

Jacksonville Sharks: Gibson Announces First Coaching Hire

(SportsTicker) The Jacksonville Sharks Head Coach Jason Gibson made his first hiring decision today for the 2023 Sharks coaching staff. Gibson’s move brings back Clay Harrell, who served as the Sharks offensive and defensive line coach for the 2022 season. Coach Harrell’s linemen helped the Sharks to seven wins last season including five home victories and a playoff appearance. Three Jacksonville Sharks lineman received All-NAL honors as offensive lineman Faleaoga Russell earned First Team All-NAL honors and defensive linemen Chei Hill and Kwan Stallworth earned Second Team All-NAL honors. The Sharks defensive line finished 1st in the NAL with 26 total sacks in the regular season while the offensive line helped the Sharks become one of the fewest sacked teams surrendering only 11 sacks in 14 games. The offensive line also paved the way to a top NAL rushing attack in 2022 finishing second in the NAL with 23 rushing touchdowns (Carolina, 24).

Richardson, Cox Jr. Take Home SEC Player of the Week Honors

A career night by Anthony Richardson in the win over seventh-ranked Utah guided him to be named the SEC Offensive Player of the Week for the first time in his career, the league office announced today. Brenton Cox Jr. also claimed his first conference player of the week honors, being named SEC Co-Defensive Lineman of the week.

Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp Score Late to Defeat the Norfolk Tides, 3-1

Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp Score Late to Defeat the Norfolk Tides, 3-1

Jesús Sánchez’s RBI double in the bottom of the eighth inning Saturday put the Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp in front as they went on to win 3-1 over the Norfolk Tides in front of 5,715 fans at 121 Financial Ballpark. With the score tied at one, Jacksonville (65-57) came alive against the Norfolk (55-66) bullpen late in the eighth inning. In his first rehab game with the Jumbo Shrimp, Avisaíl García walked to lead off the inning. A ground out advanced him to second. On the second pitch of the ensuing at-bat, Sánchez smacked a double to the left field corner to break the tie at 2-1. Two batters later, during the at-bat of Troy Johnston, Sánchez scored on two wild pitches to score and push the Jumbo Shrimp lead to 3-1.The two clubs meet again Sunday at 6:05 to end a six game homestand.

NASCAR: T. Taylor Warren Named 2023 Squier-Hall Award Recipient

T. Taylor Warren, whose famous photograph of the 1959 Daytona 500 finish helped determine the winner of the race, has been named the recipient of the 2023 Squier-Hall Award for NASCAR Media Excellence. He is the first photojournalist to win the prestigious award named after Ken Squier and Barney Hall, the first two recipients. Warren began photographing race cars at the Milwaukee Fairgrounds in 1948 and was hired by Bill France Sr. to photograph the Daytona Beach Road Course in 1952. He went on to become the track photographer at Daytona International Speedway, where he worked every Daytona 500 until his death in 2008.

Florida Volleyball Plays Exhibition Match Against Jacksonville

Florida Volleyball Plays Exhibition Match Against Jacksonville

The NCAA permits the Gators to play an actual opponent, rather than hosting a traditional intrasquad scrimmage. This year’s Orange and Blue game was a variable-set exhibition match against Jacksonville.

Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp Wrap Up Homestand with DH Sunday

Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp Wrap Up Homestand with DH Sunday

Sunday’s doubleheader between the Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp and Nashville Sounds will begin at 4:35 p.m. ET from 121 Financial Ballpark. Gates will open at 4 p.m. Each game on Sunday will be a seven-inning contest. Game two of the doubleheader will start approximately 30 minutes after the conclusion of game one. Tickets to Sunday’s doubleheader are single-admission, meaning one ticket is good for both games. Tickets are available on www.jaxshrimp.com or by calling the Miller Electric Box Office at (904) 358-2846.

GOLF: Notes from BMW Championship

(SportsTicker) Fourteen time PGA TOUR winner Adam Scott holds a one-stroke lead after the second round of the BMW Championship, his 17th 36-hole lead/co-lead on the PGA TOUR. Three players that have won the Masters Tournament and have been or currently are ranked No. 1 in the Official World Golf Ranking are T2 or better: Scott (1st), Scottie Scheffler (T2) and Jordan Spieth (T2) Scott and Spieth rank Nos. 3 and 4 in career PGA TOUR wins among players that qualified for the FedExCup Playoffs. PGA TOUR rookie Cameron Young (T2) has five runner-up finishes this season and is the highest-ranked player in the Official World Golf Ranking without a win on TOUR.

Jacksonville and Nashville Postponed Thursday night

Jacksonville and Nashville Postponed Thursday night

Thursday’s scheduled contest between the Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp and the Nashville Sounds has been postponed due to unplayable field conditions. The game will be made up as part of a doubleheader Sunday at a time to be determined. Game two of the doubleheader will start approximately 30 minutes after the conclusion of game one. Each game will be a seven-inning contest. Fans holding a ticket to Thursday’s game can exchange that ticket for a ticket of equal or lesser value, subject to availability, to any remaining 2022 game at the Miller Electric Box Office. Jacksonville and Nashville will also be playing a doubleheader on Friday with first pitch set for 5:05 p.m. for game one. The teams will play two seven inning contests.

Tampa Bay Strikers Sign First Player

TAMPA (SportsTicker) -The Tampa Bay Strikers have announced the signing of their first player to the roster, former USF women's team member Defender Brianna Blethen. “I am thrilled to announce my first player acquisition for the Tampa Bay Strikers, Bri Blethen. Bri is an amazing athlete and spent her youth and college career in the Tampa Bay Area. I could not be more excited to have Bri as the first member of our team,” said Strikers Head Coach Martin Gramatica. Blethen was a four-year member of the University of South Florida squad and helped push the team to a program best third-round finish in the 2019 NCAA tournament. She started 48 of her 73 appearances in green and gold, logging 4,810 minutes over her four seasons. The defender scored four goals and tallied five assists for 13 points as a Bull, including a junior season where she had three goals and three assists.

Icemen Bolster Blue Line with the Return of Brandon Fortunato

Icemen Bolster Blue Line with the Return of Brandon Fortunato

The Jacksonville Icemen, ECHL affiliate of the NHL’s New York Rangers and the AHL’s Hartford Wolf Pack announced today that the team has agreed to terms with defenseman Brandon Fortunato for the 2022-2023 season. Fortunato, 26, returns for a second season with the Icemen where he was the recipient of the team’s Defenseman of the Year award last season. Fortunato collected 25 points in 39 appearances in Jacksonville last season, while also adding five assists in eight playoff games. In addition, he earned AHL call-ups last season with Hartford (3 games) and the Charlotte Checkers (7 games) recording two assists. Fortunato also registered a goal for the Icemen in the 2022 ECHL All-Star Classic last January.

Local Nonprofits Invited to Submit Applications for Grant Funding

As communities around the country celebrate National Nonprofit Day, THE PLAYERS Championship is joining in these efforts by inviting local nonprofits to submit applications to its grant program. THE PLAYERS grant program is open to nonprofit organizations in Baker, Clay, Duval, Nassau, and St. Johns counties, and applications are being accepted from today through Sunday, January 15, 2023. Interested organizations must meet the eligibility requirements and other criteria outlined at the following link: https://www.theplayers.com/charity/info/red-coat-grants.html.

Arena: Jacksonville Sharks Part Ways with Head Coach

Arena: Jacksonville Sharks Part Ways with Head Coach

The Jacksonville Sharks officially announced that Siaha Burley will not be returning as head coach for the 2023 season. The Sharks ownership group and the coach have agreed to part ways following the conclusion of Jacksonville's 12th season of arena football. This year the Sharks finished fourth in the NAL with an overall record of 7-8, Jacksonville did end up being one of the 4 teams to make the playoffs losing by one-point to the #1 seeded Albany Empire (10-4) who went on to celebrate their second straight NAL Championship after beating the Carolina Cobras (10-6) in the NAL Championship Game 47-20.

Jumbo Shimp's Astudillo Named IL Player of the Week

(SportsTicker) Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp infielder Willians Astudillo has been named the International League Player of the Week for the week of Aug. 8-14, Minor League Baseball announced on Monday. During Jacksonville’s six-game series at Durham, Astudillo batted 12-for-23 (.522/.560/1.043/1.603) with four home runs, 12 RBIs and four runs scored.

Forward Luke Lynch Returns for a Second Season in Jacksonville

Forward Luke Lynch Returns for a Second Season in Jacksonville

The Jacksonville Icemen, ECHL affiliate of the NHL’s New York Rangers and the AHL’s Hartford Wolf Pack announced today that the team has agreed to terms with forward Luke Lynch for the 2022-2023 season. Lynch, 26, returns for a second season in Jacksonville, after an impressive rookie campaign last season accruing 33 points (9g, 24a) in 56 games. In addition, Lynch also scored three goals with an assist in eight playoff appearances this past spring.

Florida Soccer Wins 3-0 Over Tampa

A 3-0 win over Tampa Friday closes Florida's preseason exhibition action. After a pair of home exhibition wins at the Donald R. Dizney Stadium (Gators won 2-0 over North Florida on Tuesday), Florida now begins regular-season action with a four-match road stretch. The opening goal came off junior Julianne Leskauskas' 27-yard free kick that was above the goalkeeper's outstretched hand. A couple of seniors connected twice in the third and final period. Kouri Peace touched the ball ahead to Alivia Gonzalez who scored on a 24-yard chip shot to the middle of the goal in the 69th minute. Then in the 82nd minute, Gonzalez tapped in the deep cross from Peace for the evening's final score.

College Football Notes

Running back Isaiah Bowser, defensive lineman Josh Celiscar, offensive lineman Sam Jackson, linebacker Jeremiah Jean-Baptiste and receiver Ryan O’Keefe have been selected captains of the 2022 UCF football squad by vote of their teammates.

Jaguars Roster News

The Jacksonville Jaguars have signed RB Matt Colburn. Additionally, the team waived/injured RB Nathan Cottrell. Colburn was originally signed as a rookie free agent in 2019 by the Los Angeles Rams and has spent time with the XFL’s New York Guardians, the CFL’s Toronto Argonauts and most recently, the USFL’s Philadelphia Stars in 2022. He played in four games for the Stars and rushed 102 times for 457 yards and eight TDs. Colburn played collegiately at Wake Forest and finished sixth in school history with 2,528 rushing yards. He attended Dutch Fork (Irmo, S.C.) High School and rushed 172 times for 1,705 yards and 24 TDs as a senior.

Marlins send Anderson, Berti to rehab with Jacksonville

Marlins send Anderson, Berti to rehab with Jacksonville

The Miami Marlins have announced that infielders Brian Anderson and Jon Berti have been assigned to Jacksonville to begin an injury rehabilitation assignment. Both are expected to play for the Jumbo Shrimp against the Memphis Redbirds in game four of their series on Friday at 7:05 p.m. from 121 Financial Ballpark.

Jaguars Roster Update For Tonight's Hall of Fame Game

The following players will not play in tonight’s game: 1 RB Travis Etienne Jr. 3 QB C.J. Beathard 7 WR Zay Jones 10 WR Laviska Shenault Jr. 11 WR Marvin Jones Jr. 13 WR Christian Kirk 16 QB Trevor Lawrence 17 TE Evan Engram 21 CB Darious Williams 25 RB James Robinson 33 LB Devin Lloyd 39 WR Jamal Agnew 41 OLB Josh Allen 54 ILB Foyesade Oluokun 68 G Brandon Scherff 69 OL Tyler Shatley 74 OL Cam Robinson 75 OL Jawaan Taylor 84 TE Chris Manhertz 90 DT Malcom Brown 94 DL Folorunso Fatukasi

NASCAR Cup Series is set to bring all the high-speed action to Michigan

NASCAR Cup Series is set to bring all the high-speed action to Michigan

Sparks are flying as the NASCAR Cup Series regular season is winding down and with just four races to go, the competitors head to Michigan International Speedway this weekend for the FireKeepers Casino 400 on Sunday, August 7 at 3 p.m. ET (USA Network, MRN and SiriusXM NASCAR Radio). Victory Lane has had a rotating door this season with 14 different Cup winners having already secured their spot in the Playoffs heading into this Sunday at Michigan; including last weekend’s Indianapolis Motor Speedway Road Course winner, Tyler Reddick, who wrestled away his second victory of the season in impressive fashion.

Jacksonville Falls 10-6 in Road Finale at Gwinnett

Despite taking an early lead, a seven-run seventh inning put the Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp too far behind in their 10-6 loss to the Gwinnett Stripers Sunday afternoon at Coolray Field. Jacksonville returns home to start a six-game series with the Memphis Redbirds. Gates open at 6 p.m. for Community First Two for Tuesday.

Leblanc Doubles in Major League Debut

Former Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp infielder Charles Leblanc doubled for the Miami Marlins in his major league debut on Saturday against the New York Mets from loanDepot park. Leblanc finished Saturday’s game going 1-for-3. His two-bagger in the eighth inning chased Mets starter Carlos Carrasco from the game, but the Marlins were shut out 4-0.

Jaguars Back at Training Camp

The Jacksonville Jaguars have signed offensive lineman Darryl Williams, the team announced today. Additionally, the team waived tight end Naz Bohannon. Williams originally signed with Kansas City in 2020 and appeared on the Chiefs’ practice squad for the majority of two seasons. He also spent time with New England during the 2022 offseason. Williams was a three-year starter at Mississippi State. He was named team captain and SEC Offensive Lineman of the Week twice during his senior year in 2019.

MLS: Jansson Makes Orlando City History as Lions are Defeated by Philadelphia, 1-0

MLS: Jansson Makes Orlando City History as Lions are Defeated by Philadelphia, 1-0

Orlando City SC (8-8-6, 30 points) fell to the Eastern Conference leaders, Philadelphia Union (11-2-9, 42 points), 1-0 on Saturday night at Exploria Stadium. At the 34-minute mark, center back Robin Jansson surpassed 10,000 minutes played for Orlando City, becoming the first player to accomplish the milestone in Club history. Saturday was Jansson’s 113th all-time appearance for the Lions, which is second all-time in the Club’s MLS era.

Arena: San Antonio Outscores Jacksonville 60-52

Arena: San Antonio Outscores Jacksonville 60-52

The San Antonio Gunslingers played like a team still in playoff contention as they shocked the Jacksonville Sharks last Saturday by a score of 60-52 in front of a crowd of approximately five thousand fans at the Freeman Coliseum. San Antonio’s effort was led by quarterback Robert “The Duke” Kent, who completed 21 of 29 passes for six touchdowns with one interception and picked up a Pierre Turner fumble for a touchdown. The Duke spread the touchdown passes around, with three going to Phillip Barnett (six catches for 67 yards), two to Kali Rashaad, and one to Anthony "Juice" Robinson. History was made by San Antonio’s Drew Pearson as he kicked the first NAL deuce in the Freeman Coliseum. Pearson celebrated his feat by kicking three more deuces in the game and possibly setting a new NAL single game record.

NHRA Set to Open 72nd Season in Gainesville, Followed by Trio of West Coast Races

NHRA Set to Open 72nd Season in Gainesville, Followed by Trio of West Coast Races

NHRA officials announced the dates for the first four races for the 2023 NHRA Camping World Drag Racing Series schedule today, as the upcoming season will open March 9-12 with the 54th annual Amalie Motor Oil NHRA Gatornationals at Gainesville Raceway. Fans can also look forward to all four professional categories (Top Fuel, Funny Car, Pro Stock and Pro Stock Motorcycle) in attendance at Gainesville to start the season. The legendary track served as the opener for the 2021 campaign and is set to open the 2023 season as well, as all the top NHRA stars will look to open their year with a victory at the historic Gatornationals. The year will also open with the Pep Boys All-Star Top Fuel Callout specialty race in Gainesville, pitting eight star Top Fuel drivers against each other in a thrilling one-day shootout within the Gatornationals race weekend.

Arena: Sharks Swamp #1 Cobras 63-26 In Front of Large Home Crowd

Arena: Sharks Swamp #1 Cobras 63-26 In Front of Large Home Crowd

It was an out of this world night at the Shark Tank as 7,000 Sharks fans packed into the Shark Tank for a major game with the NAL playoffs around the corner. The #1 Carolina Cobras entered Duval expecting to defeat the #3 Sharks but were shocked to end the first quarter down 18-0. As the Sharks defense shut down the league leading Cobras with an Arvell Nelson rushing touchdown, a receiving touchdown by Devin Wilson, and the homecoming of kicker Nick Belcher did not disappoint as he added two deuces in the 1st quarter.

Arena: Jacksonville Sharks Drop to 4-5 After Georgia Road Loss

Arena: Jacksonville Sharks Drop to 4-5 After Georgia Road Loss

Florida Sports Wire

COLUMBUS, GA - The Jacksonville Shark had a heavy-weight fight between the NAL’s two oldest teams the (4-4) Jacksonville Sharks and the (3-3) Columbus Lions. Each team has beaten the other this season with the Lions taking the season opener in Columbus but the Sharks winning the last in Jacksonville. The Lions opened this game on their home turf hot starting the game with a deuce, a Sharks fumble snap would be Jacksonville's first and last play of the opening drive delivering the Lions the ball back in the red zone. Columbus scored quickly with a rushing touchdown by WR/LB Jarmon Fortson to give the Lions the early lead 9-0. The Sharks faced three unsuccessful drives that resulted in a turnover on downs, a blocked field goal attempt, and another turnover on downs ending the Sharks first quarter scoreless. The Sharks nearly ended the first half scoreless but a fumble recovery by Markus Smith converted into a touchdown for the Sharks but another blocked kick kept the Sharks at only six. Kicking off second the special teams' battle continued to fall in favor of the Lions as Darien Townsend return the kick for a touchdown but the Sharks blocked the extra point to keep the game at 16-6. Returning the Shark offense to the field Arvell Nelson had his best drive rushing to the redzone for a first down and capping off the drive with his own hands with a qb sneak to score. Cody Barbers' extra point attempt was blocked again as the Sharks trailed 16-12. The Sharks defense came up with a huge stop in the second quarter forcing a Lions kick that was missed by kicker Blake Erickson, giving Jacksonville the chance to take the lead the Sharks drove down the field with a clutch 4th down attempt converted by a Nyqwan Murray catch. As the Sharks closed in to score so did the time on the clock as the Sharks marched to the red zone but would not get the chance score as the buzzer ended the half with the Sharks down by four at 16-12. The Lions kicked off the second half with a quick pass from quarterback Daniel Smith to receiver Darien Townsend the Sharks exchange a score with a short pass from Sharks quarterback Arvell Nelson to receiver Nyqwan Murray making the game 23-19. Columbus continued to pile on the blows this time with a passing touchdown to receiver Jarmon Fortson extending the lead to 30-19 but the Sharks closed the gap with a rushing touchdown as the Sharks leading passer used his legs to put the Sharks within four points going into the four-quarter down 30-26. The fourth quarter round of this heavy-weight fight as Sharks WR/DB Nyqwan Murray proved he can’t be stopped as he scored his caught second touchdown from Nelson to start the quarter and a Cody Barber extra point put the Sharks up for the first time in the game 33-26. The lead did not last long as the Columbus went to their go-to player Darien Townsend but this time on a rushing play where he took to the sideline to punch in a rushing touchdown with the Lions up 36-33 the Sharks needed a score but crashed late in the fourth with a critical pick-six as Lions defensive back Droell Greene caught the interception and ran it back for a touchdown putting the Sharks down 43-33. Unable to pull off the 10-point deficient with a minute left the Shark lost this one in Columbus and will go 4-5 into week 10. The Jacksonville Sharks return home next Friday, June 24 to face the Orlando Predators (4-4) in the Vystar Veterans Memorial Arean in Jacksonville, FL with kickoff set for 7pm. Sharks tickets are on sale for $12 and the first 1,500 fans will receive free inflatable thundersticks.

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