Tate Tops West Florida (With Photo Gallery)
February 25, 2017
Tate 8, West Florida 4
The Tate Lady Aggies defeated West Florida 9-4 Friday night.
The Lady Aggies jumped out to an early lead when Belle Wolfenden drove in two when she singled in the first inning. The Aggies scored an additional run each of the next four innings and sealed the win with three-run sixth inning.
West Florida scored on a home run by Jeya Prasad, a stolen base by Ealon Pyle, and a single by Jade Halfacre.
Hannah Brown earned the win for Tate. She went seven innings, allowing four runs, five hits, striking out seven, and walking one. Jeya Prasad took the loss for Wet Florida, pitching four innings. She allowed five runs, 10 hits, five strikeouts and walked one.
For a photo gallery, click here.
NorthEscambia.com photos by Gary Carnley, click to enlarge.
Baseball: Tate Over WFHS; Escambia Academy Beats Northview
February 25, 2017
BASEBALL
Tate 2, West Florida 1
The strong pitching performance of juniors Ryan Greene and Gabe Castro earned the Tate High School Aggies a 2-1 win over West Florida Friday night.
Ryan Greene earned the win Tate. He tossed four innings, giving up one run, two hits, striking out six, and walking one. Gabe Castro recorded the last three outs to earn the save for Tate. Zabelle took the loss for West Florida. He pitched four innings, giving up two runs, three hits, and recording four strikeouts.
Tate hitters: Mason Land 1-3.. Logan McGuffey 1-2, Hunter NeSmith 1-3, Hunter McLean RBI.
West Florida hitters: Amir McDaniel 1-3 2B, RBI, Nick Zabelle 1-3.
The Tate Aggies will be at Gulf Breeze next Friday, while West Florida will be at Pine Forest on Thursday.
Escambia Academy 2, Northview 1
Escambia Academy defeated the Northview Chiefs Friday evening 2-1 in Canoe, AL, just outside Atmore.
The Northview Chiefs scored their solo run in the first inning when John Chivington grounded out to send Quinton Sampson across the plate. Escambia Academy evened it up with a run in the bottom of the first and scored the go ahead run in the third on a Chiefs error.
Seth Killam lead Northview at the plate, going 2-3. Chandler Lowery went 1-1 for the Chiefs.
John Neese took the loss for the Chiefs. In six innings, he allowed five hits and two runs while striking out nine.
Northview Wins Home Opener Over Central (With Gallery)
February 24, 2017
The Northview Chiefs beat Central 5-1 Thursday night in the Chief’s home opener in Bratt.
The Chiefs took an early 1-0 lead in the second, and were up 2-0 in the fourth. Both teams scored on in the fifth, and the Chiefs sealed the win with a two-run sixth inning.
Zach Payne went 1-1 for the Northview Chiefs with three RBI’s. Bailey Wilson 1-2, Jared Alif 1-3, Josh Neese 1-1, RBI.
WP: Josh Smith 4.2 IP, threee hits, one run, one error, two strikeouts, three walks.
The Chiefs will head a few miles north into Alabama Friday to face Escambia Academy. The JV plays at 4:00, followed by the varsity at 6:00.
NorthEscambia.com photos, click to enlarge.
Softball: Tate Tops Escambia; Chipley Over Northview
February 24, 2017
Chipley 4, Northview 1
The Northview Lady Chiefs fell 4-1 on the road to the Chipley Tigers.
Tori Herrington took the loss against the Tigers allowing four runs on four hits, a walk and a hit by pitch while recording eight strikeouts.
Chipley scored first in the bottom of the second on a fielders choice bunt, in the third on a two out single and two more in the fifth on a passed ball and a single. Jamia Newton scored the lone run for Northview in the top of the fourth on a fielders choice hit by Herrington followed by an errant throw.
Batting for the Lady Chiefs:
Jamia Newton: 1-3, single, run
Kendall Enfinger: 1-3, double
Valen Shelly: 1-3, single
Lydia Smith: 1-3, single
Peighton Dortch, Alana Brown, Payton Jackson and Teriana Redmond: 0-3
Tori Herrington: 0-2, walk
Northview travels to Baker to take on the Lady Gators Tuesday Feb. 28. JV 4:00 and Varsity 6:00.
Tate 7, Escambia 4
The Tate Lady Aggies beat Escambia 7-4 Thursday at Tate.
Hanna Brown pitched a complete game allowing just four hits with eight strikeouts and four walks. At the plate, Brown went 2-3 with a double. Belle Wolfenden was 2-3 with a triple. Hayden Lindsay 1-4; Ashley Lunquist 1-2; Syndni Solliday 1-2, RBI; Deazia Nickerson 2-3.
Tate will be at West Florida at 6:30 p.m. Friday.
Softball: Northview Chiefs Shut Out Catholic’s Crusaders
February 23, 2017
The Northview Lady Chiefs shut out Catholic Wednesday night 9-0 in Bratt.
Tori Herrington took the win against the Crusaders allowing just three base runners on one hit, a walk and one error while recording 11 strikeouts.
Hitting for the Lady Chiefs:
Jamia Newton – 1-2, single, run
Kendall Enfinger – 2-4, single, double, 2 runs
Tori Herrington – 1-2, double, 2 walks, 2 runs, 2 RBI’s
Peighton Dortch – 1-4, single, run
Lydia Smith – 2-4, 2 singles, run, RBI
Valen Shelly – 0-4, run, 2 RBI’s
Alana Brown – 2-3, double, run, RBI
Teriana Redmond – 0-3
Payton Jackson – 0-3
Mallory Merchant – 0-1
Rebecca Diamond – walk
Northview travels to Chipley Thursday to take on the Tigers with JV playing at 4:00 and varsity at 6:00.
Pictured: Northview beat Catholic 9-0 Wednesday night in Bratt. NorthEscambia.com photos, click to enlarge.
Tate Wrestling Team Places Third At Districts, Heads To Regionals
February 21, 2017
The Tate High School wrestling team placed third in the 2A District 1 competition held in Milton. Eight Aggie wrestlers placed and will advance to the regional competition in Tallahassee February 24-25.
Jacob Cochran — 106 pounds, 1st place
Noah Kryfka — 113 pounds, 4th place
Alex Porter — 120 pounds, 1st place
Matthew Blalock — 126 pounds, 2nd place
Kendall Townley — 138 pounds, 1st place
Juan Alvarez — 152 pounds, 2nd place
Jacob Neales — 195 pounds, 4th place
Jacob Nowling — 220 pounds, 3rd place
Pictured: (front L-R) Coach Reggie Allen, Kendall Townley, Jacob Cochran, Alex Porter, Asst. Coach Gavin McAnally, (back, L-R) Jacob Neales, Jacob Nowling, Noah Kryfka, Matthew Blalock and Juan Alvarez. Photo for NorthEscambia.com, click to enlarge.
JV Aggies Top Pace; Monroe Academy Spoils Northview Opener
February 21, 2017
Tate 4 Pace 2 (JV)
The JV Tate Aggies topped Pace 4-2 in their season opener Monday. The JV Aggies will host Milton at 7:30 Tuesday night.
Monroe Academy 11 Northview 0
The Northview Chiefs lost 11-0 on the road at Monroe Academy in Monroeville, AL, Monday.
Monroe Academy took an early 1-0 lead in the first inning. After scoring two runs in the the second, Monroe Academy added five runs in the third inning and three more in fourth.
John Chivington, Chandler Lowery and Bailey Wilson each one hit for the Northview Chiefs during their season opener. The Chiefs will host Central Tuesday afternoon – JV at 4:00 followed by varsity at 6:30.
Gun Season Is Over, But There’s Week Left To Deer Hunt
February 20, 2017
by Tony Young, FWC
General gun season is now over, but the local Zone D’s muzzleloader season extends deer hunting opportunity.
“What I love most about using a muzzleloader is the extra challenge it provides – you only get one shot and you better make it count,” said Howard Tiller, retired high school teacher and Chipley, Florida, native. “The late muzzleloading season gives us Zone D hunters more opportunities to hunt deer while the rut is still going on after general gun season ends. Plus, there are fewer hunters in the woods during that time, which means less pressure.”
Tiller, who was introduced to hunting by his father at a young age, said he never misses hunting Zone D’s late muzzleloading gun season. The season, which only occurs in Zone D, extends deer hunting by a week after general gun ends and runs Feb. 20-26 on private lands. It was established to give hunters the chance to hunt the rut, which runs from mid-January through February in northwest Florida.
A $5 muzzleloading gun permit is required to hunt during this season. On private land, hunters have the choice of using a muzzleloader, bow or crossbow. Of course, they’ll also need a hunting license, which costs residents $17 for an annual one – or folks might opt to purchase the five-year license for only $79.
In Zone D wildlife management areas, this post-season is referred to as the archery/muzzleloading gun season. Specific dates vary by WMA, so consult each area’s brochure. Hunters can use bows or muzzleloaders, but no crossbows – unless they possess a disabled crossbow permit. Hunters who choose to hunt with a bow must have the $5 archery permit, and those using a muzzleloader need the $5 muzzleloading gun permit.
Legal to take; bag limits
Deer and wild hogs are most commonly hunted during this season. Only legal bucks may be taken (even if you use a bow), and south of Interstate 10 in Deer Management Unit D1, one antler must have at least two points. North of I-10 in DMU D2, all bucks must have at least three points on a side or have a main beam of at least 10 inches long to be legal to take.
If you’re hunting deer, make sure you have the $5 deer permit. On private land, the daily bag limit is two. Season dates, bag limits and antler regulations for deer on WMAs can differ, so consult the area brochure before you hunt.
On private lands, wild hogs can be taken year-round with no bag or size limits. On most WMAs, there’s also no bag or size limit, and hogs are legal to take during most hunting seasons except spring turkey. On selected WMAs, specific bag and size limits do apply, so again, check the area’s brochure to make sure.
Hunting regulations
During the late muzzleloader season on private lands and archery/muzzleloading gun season on WMAs, dogs may not be used to hunt deer. However, you may use a leashed one to track a wounded deer if necessary. And it’s important to note that no turkeys may be taken during this season.
Bows and crossbows must have minimum draw weights of 35 pounds. Hand-held releases on bows are permitted. Broadheads used in taking deer must have at least two sharpened edges with a minimum width of 7/8 inch.
During this late season, the only muzzleloaders allowed are those fired by wheel lock, flintlock, percussion cap or centerfire primer (including 209 primers) that cannot be loaded from the breech. For hunting deer, muzzleloading rifles must be at least .40-caliber, and muzzleloading shotguns must be 20-gauge or larger.
Legal shooting hours are between a half-hour before sunrise and a half-hour after sunset. You’re allowed to take deer and hogs over feeding stations on private land, but it is illegal to use such feed on WMAs.
Public hunting opportunity
Twelve of the WMAs in Zone D have a February archery/muzzleloading gun season, and if you plan to hunt any of them, you must have the $26 management area permit. Those areas are Apalachicola, Apalachicola River, Beaverdam Creek, Blackwater, Chipola River, Choctawhatchee River, Econfina Creek, Escambia River, Perdido River, Point Washington, Tate’s Hell and Yellow River.
You can get all of the licenses and permits you’ll need at any retail outlet that sells hunting and fishing supplies, by calling 888-HUNT-FLORIDA or by going online at GoOutdoorsFlorida.com.
Tate’s Hayden Lindsay Signs With Gulf Coast State Community College
February 19, 2017
Tate High School’s Hayden Lindsay signed Friday to play softball at Gulf Coast State Community College in Panama City. Courtesy photo for NorthEscambia.com, click to enlarge.
Late Rally Costs Lady Chiefs Against Escambia Gators
February 18, 2017
The Northview Lady Chiefs dropped a heartbreaker 6-3 in eight innings to the Escambia Gators Friday night in Bratt.
Northview was in control of the game for the first six innings only giving up one run until the Gators mounted a comeback with a two-run seventh inning to tie the game at three each. The Gators went on to score three more in the eighth with the Chiefs unable to answer.
Tori Herrington took the loss allowing six runs on eight hits with eight strikeouts and two walks.
Batting for the Lady Chiefs:
Jamia Newton 2-4, run, 2 singles
Tori Herrington 1-3, triple, RBI, walk
Peighton Dortch 1-3, run, triple, walk
Valen Shelly 0-4, RBI
Aubree Love 0-3, run, walk
Kendall Enfinger 0-4
Teriana Redmond 0-4
Lydia Smith 0-3
Alana Brown 0-3
Northview’s varsity will host Catholic Tuesday, February 21 at 5 p.m.
NorthEscambia.com photos, click to enlarge.
