HS Basketball: Jay Over Freeport, Tate Loses To Freeport, Niceville
January 9, 2015
Here are high school basketball scores from around the area Thursday:
Jay 46, Freeport 40
The Jay Royals defeated Freeport Thursday evening, 46-40. Justice Garcia led the Royals with 16, while Thomas Fischer added 14. Other scorers were: Victor Mishoe 5, Eric Trevino 5, Taylor Kelley 4 and Dallin Edwards 2.
The Royals will play Escambia Charter on Tuesday.
Pace 68, Tate 44
The Pace Patriots down the Tate Aggies Thursday night, 68-44. Christian Cass scored 13 for the Aggies. Other Tate scorers: Daniel Cafarella 8, Jordan Watkins 5, Robert Rush 5, Mike Roberts 4, Quintin McGhee 3, Jake Henry 2, Justin Baker 2, and Zach Phalen 2.
The Aggies will take on Crestview at 7 p.m. Friday.
GIRLS
Niceville 58, Tate 32
The Tate Lady Aggies fell to Niceville Thursday, 58-32, in a District 1-7A game.. Scoring for Tate: Victoria Samuel 11, Brianna Daniels 8, Callie Richardson 6, Valerie Samuel 3, Madison 2, and Amani McRae 2.
Northview’s Lett Named All-State First Team; Two Jay Players Make Second Team
January 7, 2015
One player from the Northview Chiefs and two from the Jay Royals have been named to the Class 1-A all-state football team.
Senior running Keondre Lett (5-9, 170) from the Chiefs was the only North Escambia area player named to the first team offense. Lett finished the season with 1,234 yards for the Chiefs, along with 13 touchdowns and 121 carries on the ground. He also recorded 114 yards and two touchdowns on 14 receptions, and four kick off returns for 151 yards and the final of his 16 touchdowns.
Running back Braden Cross (5-10, 170) from Jay was named to the second team offense, as was senior Tucker Harrington (6-2, 280).
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Northview Boys Beat Freeport
January 7, 2015
Northview 64, Freeport 56 (Boys)
The Northview Chiefs beat the Freeport Bulldogs Tuesday night in a district game in Bratt, 64-56.
The Chiefs were coming off a Monday night 72-60 road win over the Baker Gators. Cameron Newsome had 26 for the Chiefs Monday night.
The Northview Chiefs (6-6, 4-1) will travel to Holmes County on Friday before hosting Escambia Charter on Monday and Tate on Tuesday, January 13.
Freeport 63, Northview 30 (Girls)
In girls’ basketball action, Freeport defeated Northview Tuesday night 63-30. The Lady Chiefs were coming off a Monday road loss to Baker, 50-34.
The Northview Lady Chiefs (1-7, 0-4) will headto Holmes County on Friday.
Taxwatch: Florida Bowl Games A Big Win For Florida’s Economy
January 3, 2015
College football playoffs and postseason games were expected to bring additional revenue to state and local economies, according to the latest Economic Commentary from Florida TaxWatch, the independent, nonpartisan, nonprofit public policy research institute. Florida was host to eight of the 38 college football postseason games, which is more than any other state.
“For 80 uninterrupted years, Florida has welcomed fans across the nation to the Sunshine State for postseason bowl games, including Championship Games,” said Dominic M. Calabro. “Bowl games give Florida an incredible opportunity to show off our vibrant communities and impeccable attractions and resources.”
Bowl games benefit Florida’s economy best when they host out-of-state teams, since fans travel to stay in Florida hotels and are encouraged to spend time at Florida’s theme parks, beaches and other attractions. In this year’s postseason bowl games, Florida hosted 15 out-of-state schools and their fans. The only Florida school to participate in a Sunshine State bowl game was the University of Central Florida.
Benefits of postseason bowl games include additional tax revenue, more money circulating through local and regional economies, and national exposure for host cities. Florida industries expected to benefit most from Florida’s bowl games are accommodations and food services; arts, entertainment and recreation; and retail trade.
“Florida residents should be excited to welcome this year’s out-of-state postseason bowl game fans,” added Calabro. “When fans come to watch their teams play, they also pay, which enables Florida taxpayers to continue experiencing low tax rates.”
College Flag Football Championship Comes To Escambia County
January 2, 2015
There’s college football being played in Escambia County this weekend — college flag football, that is.
The 2015 National Intramural – Recreational Sports Association (NIRSA) Flag Football Championship will be held at Pensacola’s Ashton Brosnaham Park January 2-4, 2015. This is the second year of a four-year contract the Pensacola Sports Association and the University of West Florida Recreation Department have to host the event. It is the only collegiate national tournament.
Currently 79 teams are registered to participate, a 12% increase over last year’s event. Over 900 students from all over the country will be in Pensacola representing their schools. Teams qualified for the national championship by winning their regional tournament. Additionally, there is an “Open” bracket which allows for any team to register and compete.
Admission is free for anyone interested in watching and concessions will be available. Ashton Brosnaham Park is located at 10370 Ashton Brosnaham Road, off of 10-Mile Road.
Tate, Northview Lose In Tate Christmas Tournament
December 31, 2014
The Tate Aggies lost to Jupiter in the Tate Christmas Tournament Tuesday night.
Christian Cass led Tate with 13, Michael Roberts added 12, while Jordan Watkins had 9 and Zach Phalen and Jake Henry had 7 each for the Aggies.
Here are the tournament results so far, along with Wednesday’s schedule:
Monday’s Results
- Escambia 73, Northview 65 (OT)
- Jupiter 55, West Florida 42
- Archer 68, Pine Forest 47
Tuesday’s Results
- Pine Forest 67, Northview 56
- Archer 65, Escambia 31
- Pensacola High 45, West Florida 31
- Jupiter 53, Tate 48
Wednesday’s schedule
- Pace vs. Northview - 3 p.m.
- Pine Forest vs. Pace – 4:30 p.m.
- Escambia vs. Tate – 6 p.m.
- Archer vs. Jupiter - 7:30 p.m.
Escambia Rebounds For Overtime Win Over Northview
December 30, 2014
The Escambia Gators came back from a 14-point deficit at halftime to beat the Northview Chiefs in overtime 73-65 Monday night in the first game o the Tate High School Christmas tournament.
Northview was led by Eric Williams with 22. Camerson Newsome and Tydre Bradley.
The Tate Aggies had a first round bye Monday in the tournament.
On Tuesday:
- Pace vs. West Florida, 3 p.m.
- Northview vs. Pine Forest, 4:30 p.m.
- Escambia vs. Archer, 6 p.m.
- Tate vs. Jupiter, 7:30 p.m.
Lifetime Florida Sportsman’s Licenses On Sale
December 27, 2014
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission is offering Lifetime Sportsman’s Licenses for Florida children and young adults at a greatly reduced cost for just a few more days. The license now costs up to $1,000 but through December 31, 2014, the price will be reduced to $500 for Florida residents who are 21-years-old and younger.
The lifetime license covers saltwater and freshwater recreational fishing, hunting and most associated permits.
“Our state’s natural treasures give families wonderful opportunities for both fishing and hunting from the Panhandle to the Keys. This Lifetime Sportsman’s License will provide Florida’s youth with the opportunity to spend time outdoors with their families. Fishing and hunting are time-honored traditions in our state, and I encourage all Floridians to spend some time enjoying the great outdoors,” Gov, Rick Scott said after signing the executive order that lowered the cost.
A Lifetime Sportsman’s License allows fishing and hunting in Florida for the rest of the license holder’s life, even if that person is no longer a resident of the state.
The license may be purchased at all Florida county tax collectors’ offices, online at License.MyFWC.com and by calling toll-free 888-FISH-FLORIDA (888-347-4356). Residency must be verified. For more information about a Lifetime Sportsman’s License and this limited time offer, visit http://myfwc.com/license/recreational/lifetime-licenses/.
In addition to all Escambia County Tax Collector Offices including Molino, licenses are also available at the Clerk of the Court office in the Billy G. Ward Courthouse in Century.
Northview Grad McCall Makes History As A UWF Football First Signee
December 20, 2014
A Northview High School graduate made history Friday as one of the first two student athletes to sign with the new University of West Florida football team during the NCAA midyear transfer signing period.
Northview’s Blake McCall, an offensive lineman, will transfer to UWF from Jackson State. Tyler Henderson, a safety from Crestview, will join the program after starting his college career at Florida Atlantic.
The UWF football team will play its first season in 2016. The program will add more commitments on February 4, 2015, the NCAA signing day for football. All football student-athletes enrolled at UWF during the 2015-16 academic year will redshirt that season.
Both McCall and Henderson, who were teammates at Davidson Middle School in Crestview, have enrolled at UWF for the 2015 spring semester. They will both have three years of athletic eligibility when the Argonauts begin play in 2016.
“It’s important to us that both of these student-athletes are local here in the 850 area code,” said UWF head coach Pete Shinnick. “We’re looking for young men that will be the best fit for our program from this area. They have to meet the marks that we’re looking for, and both Blake and Tyler do that.”
McCall, 6-3 and 300 pounds, helped lead Northview to an 11-3 overall record and a 4-0 district record as a senior. Northview averaged 42.9 points per game and took the Florida Class 1A state championship with a 42-21 win over Trenton High School during his senior year. McCall was a three-year starter and played all five positions in the offensive line. In 2013, he redshirted during his freshman year at Division I Jackson State. And during the 2014 season, he saw playing time as a redshirt freshman at Jackson State. On the offensive line, McCall helped lead the team to 25.8 points and 376.1 total yards per game.
At Crestview High, Henderson earned his first team all-area honors in both football and baseball. In 2013, he redshirted his freshman year at Division I Florida Atlantic and earned a spot on the Conference USA Honor Roll.
HS Basketball: Northview Beats Jay
December 17, 2014
Northview 62, Jay 42
The Northview Chiefs beat jay 62-42 in a district game Tuesday night in Jay.
Eric Williams led the Chiefs with 29, while the Royals were led by Eric Travino with 15.
Northview 65, Jay 21 – JV
In junior varsity action, Northview beat Jay 65-21 Tuesday.
Northview will head north to Atmore Friday to take on Escambia County High School. The junior varsity games tips off at 4:30, followed by the varsity at 6:00. The Royals will host the Jay High School Christmas tournament starting on Thursday.