Northview Chiefs Take Two From Escambia Academy’s Cougars
February 16, 2014
The Northview Chiefs took two from Escambia Academy Saturday in Bratt.
In junior varsity action the Chiefs beat the Cougars 8-6, and in varsity action Northview downed EA 10-6.
The varsity Chiefs will host Rocky Bayou on Tuesday at 6:00. Both the varsity and junior varsity will travel to Baker on Thursday for the first district game of the season.
NorthEscambia.com photos by Ramona Preston, click to enlarge.
FWC Votes To Increase Private Land Turkey Bag Limit
February 13, 2014
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) at its meeting Wednesday in Tampa voted to increase the daily hunting bag limit of wild turkeys on private lands statewide.
The daily harvest limit per hunter will increase from one bearded turkey or gobbler per day to two on private lands. This is a statewide change and will affect both the fall and spring turkey hunting seasons. Only the daily bag limit will increase; the season limit for turkeys will remain at two birds.
That means hunters may still only take a total of two turkeys during the fall (all fall seasons combined) and another two during the spring season, but what changes is that hunters will have the option and flexibility of getting their season limit of two birds in a single day. However, on wildlife management areas, the daily bag limit on turkeys will remain at one bird.
Because of new rules modifying hunting zones in southern Florida, the new turkey daily bag limit on private lands will not go into effect until the 2014-2015 hunting season, which starts in early August. Because of that, the daily bag limit during the upcoming March-April 2014 spring turkey season will still be one turkey.
Northview Moves On To Regionals After Loss To Chipley
February 9, 2014
The Northview Chiefs took the runner up sport in District 3-1A basketball Saturday night with a 63-52 loss to Chipley.
Chipley held a 31-22 lead at the half, but outscored the Chiefs just 32-30 in the second half.
Northview moves on in playoff action into the regionals, facing West Gadsden High School in Quincy on February 18 at 7:00 p.m. Eastern time.
Pictured: Northview’s Neino Robinson sinks a free throw against the Tigers Saturday night in Chipley. Submitted photo by Carrie Bryan, click to enlarge.
Chiefs Advance To District Championship Against Chipley
February 8, 2014
The Northview Chiefs will face the Chipley Tigers Saturday night for the District 3-1A basketball title.
The Chiefs defeated Baker Friday night 65-55, while the Tigers defeated Jay 61-41.
Scoring for Northview against Chipley were Tony Mcaroy 19, Neino Robinson 16, Cameron Newsome 13, Eric Williams 9, Nick Lambert 4, and Tydre Bradley 3.
Northview will travel to Chipley for the championship game at 7:30 p.m. Fans can send off the Chiefs, or follow them to Chipley, by being at NHS at 3:45 p.m.
Northview Lady Chiefs Open Season With Wins Over Freeport
February 8, 2014
The varsity Northview Lady Chiefs beat Freeport 16-2 Friday night in their season opener, while the JV Chiefs beat Freeport 4-3.
The Chiefs will travel to Chipley on Feburary 13. Their first home games of the season will be on February 17 against Pace with the JV playing at 4:00 and the varsity at 5:00.
Pictured: The Northview Lady Chiefs in Freeport Friday night. Courtesy photo for NorthEscambia.com , click to enlarge.
Northview Honors Girls Weightlifting Team
February 5, 2014
The Northview High Schools Girls Weightlifting team was recognized Tuesday during their annual banquet.
The lifters received certificates, pins, and letters for their dedication to the growing sport. In order to letter, the girls had to participate in five meets.
“Most of the girls participate in other sports and use weightlifting as a segue to enhance their abilities and strength. Girl’s weightlifting is increasing in popularity at Northview and statewide,” said Coach Natalie Nall. “Any upcoming athletic, girl to Northview is encouraged to sign up for girl’s weightlifting.”
Awards were presented as follows (coach’s comments included):
Team Award – Addie Lee
She participated in all meets with her team spirit. Nothing stops Addie from cheering on a teammate and pushing her to a new goal. She is passionate and works to her highest potential
MVL- Most Valuable Lifters
Lindsey Gafford – made it to the district meet placing 3rd at the sub. district meet and scoring 18 total points throughout the season.
Breanna Campbell - placed 4th at the sub. district meet and scoring a total of 14 points throughout the season.
Coach’s Awards- The following girls were selected from their weightlifting performance during school and at meets.
Madalyn Coon- Senior- Improving her combo score to a 205, earning 6 points for the team, and always pushing the girls in class to do more and be stronger.
Tiffani Pritchett-Senior- Improving her combo score to a 165 and earning 6 points for the team. Her enthusiastic little frame was nothing to mess with in class. She worked hard to improve her personal goals and she wanted better for her team.
Olivia Neal –Senior- Improving her combo score to a 235 and earning 10 points for her team. She would come to class to work and help others to learn techniques. Her strength carried on to the cheer squad.
Courtney Weaver-Senior- Improving her combo score to a 180 and earning 8 points for her team. She is always ready to work diligently to correct technique and build strength.
Zacarra Davis –Senior- Improving her combo score to a 190 and earning 6 points for her team. Her dedication to ROTC, basketball, and weightlifting keeps her extremely busy. However, she still finds time to motivate others, and maintain her good grades.
Pictured top: The Northview High School Girls Weightlifting Team. Pictured inset: Coach’s Award winners (front, L-R) Courtney Weaver, Olivia Neal, (back) Zacarra Davis, Tiffani Pitchett. Pictured below: (L-R) Most Valuable Lifters Lindsey Gafford and Breanna Campbell and Team Award winner Addie Lee. Photos for NorthEscambia.com, click to enlarge.
Tate’s Douglas Named All-Panhandle Coach of the Year; Local Players Make Team
February 4, 2014
A statewide high school football website has named Tate Coach Ronnie Douglas as the All-Panhandle Coach of the Year.
FloridaHighSchoolFootball.com also named numerous Tate, West Florida and Northview players to their All-Panhandle Elite Team:
All-Panhandle Elite Player of the Year: QB Joey Baker, Sr., West Florida
First Team Offense
- QB - Joey Baker, Sr., West Florida
- WR - Lawrence Lee, Sr., West Florida
First Team Defense
- DL – Rocell McWilliams, Sr., West Florida
- LB – Marquis Cass, Jr., Tate
- ATH – Neino Robinson, Sr., Northview
Second Team Defense
- P – Tristan Parsley, Sr., West Florida
Honorable Mention
- QB: Daulton Tullis, Sr., Northview
- RB: Tay Samuel, Sr., Tate
- WR: Daylan Abrams, Sr. West Florida; Chris Mitchell, Sr., West Florida
- OL: Devin Gibson, Jr., West Florida; La’Quan Thomas, Sr., Northview
- LB: Jeffery Taylor, Sr. Northview; Hunter Sherouse, Sr., Northview
- DB: Rashan Johnson, Sr., Tate
For the complete All-Panhandle team roster, click here.
Pictured top: Coach Ronnie Douglas leads his Tate Aggies. NorthEscambia.com file photo, click to enlarge.
Tate Aggies To Host Softball Camp
February 4, 2014
The Tate High School Aggies Softball team will host a February Camp on Saturday, February 15 at the school’s softball field.
There will be a skills and hitting clinic from 9 a.m. until noon, and a pitching/catching clinic from 1-2 p.m. The cost is $30 for one session, or $40 for both sessions and lunch.
The camp is for ages 7 through the eighth grade.
Register by mail (click for printable pdf registration form) or day of camp. For more information, call (850) 525-0751.
Northview Chiefs Win Washington Preseason Tourney
February 2, 2014
The Northview Chiefs won the Washington High School Preseason Tournament this weekend.
The Lady Chief beat Washington Friday night 16-8 to earn a spot in the championship game. The Chiefs then went on to beat the Pensacola High School Tigers 9-3 for the tourney title.
Saturday, Penny Banda had an in the park home run for the Lady Chiefs. Mallory Ryan earned the win for the Lady Chiefs allowing eight hits, striking out eight and walking two.
Submitted photos for NorthEscambia.com, click to enlarge.
Northview Boys Beat Tate
February 1, 2014
The Northview varsity and junior varsity boys ending their regular seasons Friday night be defeating the Tate Aggies.
Northview 81 Tate 43
In varsity action, Northview downed Tate 81-43. Scoring for Northview were Neino Robinson 27, Cameron Newsome 16, Tony Mcaroy 11, Nick Lambert 9, Tydre Bradley 7, Eric Williams 6, Tanner Plant 3, and Dalton Tullis 2.
Next for the Chiefs is the District tournament beginning February 3 in Chipley.
Northview 62, Tate 57 (JV)
The junior varsity Chiefs finished the season at 5-5 with a 62-57 win over the JV Tate Aggies Friday night. Leading scorers for the Chiefs were Tony Harrison 17, Luke Ware 15, Montivas Odom 10, Bradley Van Pelt 11, Bethea 5, Dunsford 2, Sampson 2.