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Three standout rushers from the Suncoast and Tampa Bay area — Cayden Gould, Elijah Newman-Hall and Keith Smith — are set to lead the IMG Academy offense when the season opens against Lone Peak in Highland, Utah on Aug. 21.
A proposed 22‑acre indoor sports and entertainment hub in Lakewood Ranch seeks to boost local youth athletics while sparking concerns about traffic, noise and safety.
The 2026 All-Area Baseball Team highlights top performers from Sarasota and Manatee counties, celebrating undefeated pitching, state title runs, and standout batting averages.
An 18‑year‑old from Manatee County, Florida, Maddie Baehr has been selected for Ireland’s women’s national flag football squad, chasing a dream of Olympic gold as the sport makes its debut at the Los Angeles Games.