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Hometown kids shine in 2019 college football season

January 15, 2020 By Kevin Weiss

The college football season has come to a close, and it was one in which many players with ties to The Laker/Lutz News coverage area showcased their skills. Dozens of area athletes are a part of programs at the Division I Football Bowl Subdivision (FBS) and Football Championship Series (FCS) levels, as well as Division II, Division III, National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA) … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local Sports Tagged With: Antwione Sims, Cartrell Strong, Chris Faddoul, Colorado State University, Decalon Brooks, Division I Football Bowl Subdivision, Donovan Jennings, Florida A&M University, Florida State University, Football Championship Series, Freedom High School, Gaither High School, IMG Academy, Indiana University, Isaiah Bolden, Ja’quan Sheppard, Jacksonville Bartram Trail, Michael Penix Jr., Morehouse College, Nate Craig-Myers, National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics, Noah Ruggles, Pasco High School, Samford University, Scott Patchan, Steinbrenner High School, Tampa Bay Tech, Tampa Catholic, Tre McKitty, University of Cincinnati, University of Miami, University of North Carolina, University of South Florida, USF, Wesley Chapel High School, Wiregrass Ranch High School, Zephyrhills High School

Locals make impact in college football ranks

December 5, 2018 By Kevin Weiss

The college football regular season has come to a close, and dozens of players with ties to The Laker/Lutz News coverage area showcased their skills on Saturdays in the fall. More than 100 players from the area are a part of various programs at the Division I Football Bowl Subdivision (FBS) and Football Championship Series (FCS) levels, as well as Division II, Division III and the National … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local Sports Tagged With: Amani Oruwariye, Antwione Sims, Auburn University, Chris Faddoul, Daniel Biglow, Decalon Brooks, Eastern Michigan University, Florida A&M University, Florida Atlantic University, Florida State University, Freedom High School, Gaither High School, IMG Academy, Indiana University, Isaiah Bolden, Jaylen Pickett, Jayvaughn Myers, Jordan Miner, Mike Penix Jr., Nate Craig-Myers, Penn State University, Samford University, Scott Patchen, Tre McKitty, University of Miami, Wiregrass Ranch High School, Zephyrhills High School

Locals make 2018 NFL rosters

September 19, 2018 By Kevin Weiss

The NFL season is underway and a handful of athletes from The Laker/Lutz News coverage area wound up making rosters, proving themselves worthy throughout training camp and preseason action. Here is a look at the locals now playing at football’s highest level: Janarion Grant, receiver—Baltimore Ravens College: Rutgers University (Piscataway, New Jersey) High School: Pasco High School; … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local Sports Tagged With: Alex McGough, Baltimore Ravens, Florida International University, Florida State University, Freedom High School, Gaither High School, Godby High School, Iowa State University, Jacob Pugh, Janarion Grant, Jefferson County High School, Joey Ivie, Kansas City Chiefs, Land O' Lakes High School, Pasco High School, Pasco Middle School, Pittsburgh Steelers, Rutgers University, Samford University, Seattle Seahawks, Shaheed Salmon, Steinbrenner High School, Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Tj Mutcherson, Trey Johnson, University of Central Florida, University of Florida, Villanova University, Wesley Chapel High School

McGough, other local athletes get NFL shots

May 9, 2018 By Kevin Weiss

The 2018 NFL Draft has come and gone, and one athlete from The Laker/Lutz News Coverage area had the privilege of hearing his name called during the three-day event from April 26 to April 28 — Gaither High School product Alex McGough. McGough was selected by the Seattle Seahawks in the seventh round (220th overall) as a quarterback out of Florida International University. A four-year … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local Sports Tagged With: Aaron Murray, Alex McGough, Austin Davis, Baltimore Ravens, Butch Davis, Canadian Football League, Colgate University, Darren Hambrick, Dave Canales, Dean May, Florida International University, Florida State University, Gaither High School, Gary Huff, Godby High School, Jacob Pugh, Janarion Grant, Jefferson County High School, Jim Mudcat Grant, John Reaves, Josh Johnson, Land O' Lakes High School, Nate Craig-Myers, NFL Draft, NFL Scouting Combine, Pasco High School, Pasco Middle School, Pittsburgh Steelers, Russell Wilson, Rutgers University, Samford University, Seattle Seahawks, Shaheed Salmon, Steinbrenner High School, Stephen Morris, Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Tampa Catholic, Trey Johnson, Troy Hambrick, Villanova University, Wesley Chapel High School, World Series

Locals shine during 2017-2018 college football season

January 17, 2018 By Kevin Weiss

Another exciting and memorable college football season is in the books. In addition to the University of Alabama capturing its sixth national title under head coach Nick Saban and the University of Central Florida finishing with an unblemished 13-0 record, several locals had noteworthy individual campaigns in 2017. Here’s a look back at some of the top performers from The Laker/Lutz News … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local Sports Tagged With: Alex McGough, Amani Oruwariye, Auburn University, Auden Tate, Charleston Southern University, Chase Litton, Chris Faddoul, Florida A&M University, Florida International University, Florida State University, Gaither High School, Janarion Grant, Land O' Lakes High School, Marshall University, Nate Craig-Myers, Nick Saban, Pasco High School, Penn State University, Rutgers University, Samford University, Shaheed Salmon, Shane Bucenell, Tampa Catholic High School, University of Alabama, University of Central Florida, Wharton High School, Wiregrass Ranch High School

Land O’ Lakes High head football coach resigns

November 15, 2017 By Kevin Weiss

Land O’ Lakes High School’s varsity football program will have a new leader in 2018. Brian Wachtel, the Gators head coach since 2011, stepped down following the team’s final regular season game on Nov. 3 — a 36-6 win over Fivay High School. Wachtel, 39, announced his decision to principal Ric Mellin prior to the game. Land O’ Lakes athletic director Michael Frump said the school will … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Land O' Lakes Sports, Local Sports Tagged With: Brian Wachtel, Clayton Hendriksen, Ethan Forrester, Fivay High School, Guston Farr, John Benedetto, Justin Collier, Kyle Leivas, Land O' Lakes High School, Matt Geiger, Matt Kitchie, Michael Frump, Mitchell High School, Myron Bloom, Nate Howard, Ric Mellin, River Ridge High School, Samford University, Shaheed Salmon, Sunlake High School, Taylor Winn, Xavier Arroyo

Locals shining in college football

September 27, 2017 By Kevin Weiss

With the college football season in full swing, dozens of players from Pasco County can be seen showcasing their skills on Saturdays throughout the fall. Nearly 50 players from east Pasco are a part of various programs at the Division I Football Bowl Subdivision (FBS) and Football Championship Series (FCS) levels, Division II, Division III National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA), … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local Sports Tagged With: Bishop McLaughlin High School, Charleston Southern University, Division I Football Bowl Subdivision, Football Championship Series, Janarion Grant, Junior College, Land O' Lakes, Land O' Lakes High School, National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics, Pasco High School, Rutgers University, Samford University, Shaheed Salmon, Shane Bucenell, Sunlake High School, Wesley Chapel, Wesley Chapel High School, Wiregrass Ranch High School, Zephyrhills, Zephyrhills Christian Academy, Zephyrhills High School

07/07/2020 – Divorce support

Note: This appeared in print with a starting date of July 11. The wrong information was provided, and this post has since been updated. Emerge Strong Divorce Coaching will resume its free Separation & Divorce Support Group through Zoom meetings, starting July 7. Weekday meetings will take place every Tuesday at 7 p.m. To register, email , or call (561) 339-3711. … [Read More...]

07/07/2020 – Make a pillow

The Hugh Embry Library, 14215 Fourth St., in Dade City, will offer three pillow-making kits. On July 7 at 2 p.m., adults can join in a live virtual event to make a unicorn-decorated pillow. On July 8 at 3 p.m., teens can join in to create a pop-tart design pillow without any sewing. And, on July 9 at 3 p.m., tweens (grades four to seven) can learn to make a pop-tart pillow, too. Kits for all events will be made available. Register online at PascoLibraries.evanced.info/signup/calendar. … [Read More...]

07/07/2020 – Tinkering Tuesday

The Land O’ Lakes Library, 2818 Collier Parkway, will offer a curbside pickup Tinkering Tuesday kit called “Measuring Up!” from July 7 at 10 a.m. to July 11 at 5 p.m. Kits must be reserved ahead of time and will include a book bundle (if desired). Kids can learn about measurement through hands-on activities, crafts, recipes and online components. The library’s Facebook page Notes section will offer links for the experiments and activities, as well as online resources. The kits are limited to 30 participants. To register, visit PascoLibraries.evanced.info/signup/calendar. … [Read More...]

07/09/2020 – Squire training

The Hugh Embry Library, 14215 Fourth St., in Dade City, will host a live virtual event on July 9 at 11 a.m., for squire training. Kids in kindergarten through third grade can join in for a story time with singing and a craft, all about knights. Kits will be made available. To register, visit PascoLibraries.evanced.info/signup/calendar. … [Read More...]

07/10/2020 – Photography workshop

The USF Contemporary Art Museum will offer an intensive five-week online photography workshop for military veterans, called “Breaking Barriers.” The workshop will meet online on Fridays from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m., from July 10 to Aug. 7. The course will focus on memory and personal experiences, and is aimed at expanding access to the arts for military personnel, veterans and their families. It is designed for all levels of experience and invites veterans to explore tools and processes such as photographic filters, and lighting and notions about self-portraiture. The program is free to veterans and no previous experience is required. A selection of each participant’s works will be exhibited on the Breaking Barriers website, and a catalog will be published online and available for print-on-demand. For information and to register by July 6, email Leslie Elsasser at . … [Read More...]

07/11/2020 – Monster truck rally

A Monster Truck & Food Truck Rally Festival is scheduled to take place on July 11 from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m., at The Grove, on Wesley Grove Boulevard in Wesley Chapel. There will be a Street Legal Truck Competition and Food Truck Competition; as well as more than 20 food trucks, 100 artisan craft vendors, inflatables, games, family activities, corn hole, a batting cage and live entertainment. There also will be more than $2,500 in prize money. For details and updates, visit WesleyChapelEvents.com. … [Read More...]

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