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Lexi Kilfoyl named Florida’s best — again

June 19, 2019 By Kevin Weiss

One of area’s most dominant softball players ever has again proved she’s tops in the entire Sunshine State. Academy at the Lakes (AATL) senior pitcher Lexi Kilfoyl has been named 2019 Gatorade Florida Softball Player of the Year, given to the state’s best softball player, regardless of classification. When it comes to receiving the notable distinction, the Wildcats star is on familiar … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Land O' Lakes Sports, Local Sports Tagged With: Academy at the Lakes, Callie Turner, FHSAA, Florida High School Athletic Association, Gaither High School, Kasey Fagan, Kelsi Dunne, Land O' Lakes High School, Lexi Kilfoyl, Monticello Aucilla Christian, Mount Dora Christian Academy, Palatka Penel Baptist Academy, St. Johns River State College, University of North Florida

Top moments in sports during 2018

December 26, 2018 By Kevin Weiss

Teams captured state titles and local athletes turned in outstanding performances, during a year that brought shining moments and lasting memories. Here are some of the highlights, from across The Laker/Lutz News coverage area: USA Women’s Hockey, fans celebrate gold in Wesley Chapel Just days after celebrating a gold medal win in the 2018 Winter Olympics in PyeongChang, South Korea, the … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local Sports Tagged With: Academy at the Lakes, Alex McGough, BB Roberts, Beef O' Brady's, Bill Browning, Brett Swanbom, Brooke Blankenship, Calvin Samuel, Carrollwood Day School, Cayla Barnes, Coffeyville Community College, Daniel Gonzalez, Diane Stephenson, Doug Greseth, Duval Charter, Dylan Ridolph, Earl Ball, Earl Garcia, Elizabeth Hightower, Evan Miller, Flapjack Festival, Florida Christian Association of Private and Parochial Schools, Florida High School Athletic Association, Florida Hospital Center Ice, Heisman Trophy, Jamaal Johnson, John Benedetto Stadium, John Crumbley, Kendall Coyne, Land O' Lakes High School, Lexi Kilfoyl, Miami Citi Christian Academy, Mike Connor, Monticello Aucilla Christian, North Suncoast, NyJohn Moody, RADD Sports, Rob Simonelli, Saddlebrook Resort, Saint Leo University, Special Olympics, Speed Starz Track Club, State Rod 54, Steinbrenner High School, Sunlake High School, Sunshine Athletic Conference, Swamp Fest, Sydny Nasello, Taco John's, The Shops at Wiregrass, Tyler Davis, U.S. 41, University of North Florida, University of South Carolina, USA Women's Hockey, Wesley Chapel District Park, Wesley Chapel High School, Winter Olympics, Wiregrass Ranch Sports Complex, Zephyrhills Christian Academy

AATL softball captures first state title

May 30, 2018 By Kevin Weiss

A pitcher’s duel, extra innings and weathering wet, muddy conditions were all needed before Academy at the Lakes softball could finally claim its first-ever state championship. Overcoming hurdles, they wouldn’t have wanted it any other way. The Wildcats (26-4) defeated Monticello Aucilla Christian 1-0 in 11 innings on May 22 in the FHSAA (Florida High School Athletic Association) Class 2A … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Land O' Lakes Sports, Local Sports Tagged With: Academy at the Lakes, Alexis Kilfoyl, Brooke Blankenship, Diane Stephenson, Elizabeth Hightower, Florida High School Athletic Association, Florida State University, Freedom High School, Indiana University, Land O' Lakes High School, Mitchell High School, Monticello Aucilla Christian, NCAA, River Ridge High School, Shawn Brown, St. Petersburg Canterbury, Tom Haslam

12/07/2019 – Art exhibit

Four Points by Sheraton, 4400 W. Cypress St., in Tampa, will host an art exhibit featuring artwork by Wesley Chapel resident Oliver Thomas Parson Sr., on Dec. 7 from noon to 6 p.m., in the Hernando Room. Refreshments will be provided. For information, call (813) 994-1318. … [Read More...]

12/07/2019 – Big Band music

The Carrollwood Cultural Center, 4537 Lowell Road in Tampa, will host “A Big Band Holiday” on Dec. 7 at 8 p.m. The Carrollwood Jukebox will perform popular holiday dance songs. Free dance lessons will begin at 6:30 p.m. Admission ranges from $12 to $18. For information, visit CarrollwoodCenter.org. … [Read More...]

12/07/2019 – Breakfast with Santa

The GFWC Pasco Junior Woman’s Club will present a charity Breakfast with Santa on Dec. 7 from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m., at Lexington Oaks Community Center, 26304 Lexington Oaks Blvd., in Wesley Chapel. Tickets are $5 per person and include breakfast, a kid’s craft, a raffle and pictures with Santa. Proceeds will go toward providing Christmas gifts to local families in need. Guests can choose between four seating times. This event fills up fast. Tickets are available until sold out. For information, contact Sharon Grace at (813) 220-2716 or . For tickets, visit GFWCPascoJWC.eventbee.com. … [Read More...]

12/07/2019 – Country Christmas

The Pioneer Florida Museum & Village, 15602 Pioneer Museum Road in Dade City, will host a Country Christmas & Vintage Market on Dec. 7 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. There will be more than 80 vendors, Christmas music, complimentary photos with Santa and Mrs. Claus, a barrel train ride, face painting, rock painting, concession stand, food vendors, traditional craft demonstrations and more. Admission is $10 for adults and $5 for students, or $5 per person with an unwrapped stocking stuffer for a senior citizen. Stocking items will be donated to CARES. Children age 5 and younger are free. For information and schedule, visit PioneerFloridaMuseum.org, or call Brenda Minton at (352) 206-8889. … [Read More...]

12/07/2019 – Festival of Lights

Main Street Zephyrhills will present a Festival of Lights on Dec. 7 from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m., in historic downtown Zephyrhills. There will be live entertainment, food, merchandise and craft vendors, free photos with Santa at Goin’ Postal, a children’s bicycle giveaway, and a parade at 7 p.m. For information, visit MainStreetZephyrhills.org. … [Read More...]

12/07/2019 – Holiday fun benefit

Heritage Station, 17710 U.S. 41 in Lutz, will host a Family Holiday Fun event on Dec. 7 from 9 a.m. to noon, to benefit Sincerely Santa of Tampa. Bring an unwrapped toy or cash donation for Sincerely Santa and the toys will be delivered the week of Christmas to local children. The event will include a bounce house, dodgeball, food tents, first responders, a helicopter, a coffee truck, and free document shredding. For information, call Raquel Pullaro at (813) 732-2252. … [Read More...]

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