Blue Angels ‘Rock N Fly’ 5K Planned
February 1, 2014
The first ever Blue Angels Rock N Fly Half Marathon and 5K (3.1 miles) will be March 29 aboard Naval Air Station Pensacola, and it promises to bring out the hidden rocker in everyone.
Both races will start at 8 a.m. and the courses will be entirely on NAS Pensacola, home of the Blue Angels and one of the most historical and scenic Navy bases in the country.
All proceeds from the event will go towards the Navy and Marine Corps Relief Society, which provides financial support to Sailors and Marines, and the 2014 Pensacola Area Navy Ball.
The Blue Angels Rock N Fly will not just be about running, but will also provide entertainment for spectators and runners throughout the entire event.
“The Rock N Fly Half Marathon and 5K is not just a race, but an event with live music and contests,” said Cmdr. Mike Kohler, director of Health Benefits, Naval Hospital Pensacola, and the race director. “The race is also an opportunity for our community to come out and enjoy NAS Pensacola while supporting the Navy and Marine Corps Relief Society, dress up as a rock star if they like and listen to some great music. It should be fun for everyone.”
While there will be awards for top finishers in different age groups, the Blue Angels Rock N Fly is more about having fun than competition. Runners will hear a cornucopia of music throughout the courses from classic rock to modern pop to keep them motivated. After the half marathon, runners and spectators will be entertained with performances by local Pensacola bands on the main stage. There will also be a mullet and best dressed rocker contest, but please keep spandex to a minimum because this is a family event.
Registration cost for the half marathon is $65 by March 16 and $32 for the 5k if also done by March 16. Everyone that registers will receive a poster and t-shirt and all half marathon finishers will receive a medal. For more information or to register, please visit www.runrocknfly.com.
Retired Super Bowl Winner Pushes Tate Students Toward Healthy Ways
January 25, 2014
A former Super Bowl winner was at Tate High School Friday afternoon, celebrating a culture of wellness as the school received a large cash donation.
Leigh Torrence, retired player for the Jacksonville Jaguars and the Super Bowl champ New Orleans Saints, spoke about his life and career, focusing on the importance of good nutrition, eating breakfast and exercising. Before participating in a question and answer session with students, Torrence led the gym full of Tate students in exercise activities.
During “Fuel Up To Play 60″ presentation, the Dairy Council of Florida presented the school with a $4,000 check. Tate was just one of 10 schools in Florida to receiving funding this year from the Dairy Council. The money will be used for a fitness trail and to provide healthier school breakfast choices.
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Pictured top: Retired NFL player Leigh Torrence speaks to students about healthy exercise Friday at Tate High School. Pictured inset: The school was presented $4,000 from the Dairy Council of Florida. Pictured inset: Students pose with Torrence. NorthEscambia.com photos by Kristi Smith, click to enlarge.
Northview Takes Two From Rocky Bayou; Friday’s Game Canceled
January 24, 2014
The Northview Chiefs beat Rocky Bayou in boys and girls basketball action Thursday night.
Northview 93, Rocky Bayou 61
The Northview varsity boys beat Rocky Bayou 93-61 Thursday night in Bratt.
Leading scorers for the Chiefs were Neino Robinson with 30 and Tony Mcaroy with 23 points. Also scoring for the Chiefs were Eric Williams with 16, Cameron Newson 10, Tydre Bradley 6, Trent Howard 3, Brodie Amos 2, Nick Lambert 2, and Jeffery Taylor 1.
The Northview varsity boys game against Escambia Charter scheduled for Friday night has been canceled.
Northview 41, Rocky Bayou 20 (Girls)
The Northview varsity girls beat Rocky Bayou 41-20 Thursday night in Bratt.
The Chiefs led 25-6 at the half and held the Knights to just six earned field goals. The NHS Chiefs were led by E’Layzha Bates with 12 points, Danielle Steadham with 11 and Lana Clayton with 11. Jada Tucker had 3, and Zacarra Davis and Mallarie Rigby added 2 points each.
West Florida has canceled girls games for Friday; the girls will play next Tuesday versus Jay at Jay in the district tournament at 6:00.
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Northview’s Football Stadium To Be Named For Tommy Weaver
January 21, 2014
The Escambia County School Board is set to consider a resolution to name the stadium at Northview High School as the “Tommy Weaver Memorial Stadium”.
Today, the board is set to approve advertising a public hearing on the proposal to be held at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday, March 18 during the board’s regular meeting the Hall Center on Texar Drive. The name change will be official after being approved at the March meeting.
Weaver was a longtime DCT and Ag instructor and assistant coach who passed away suddenly at the age of 61 in March 2012. The Chiefs’ entire 2012 state championship football season was dedicated to Weaver.
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Chipley Downs Northview In Critical District Game
January 18, 2014
In a critical district game, the Chipley Tigers defeated the Northview Chiefs Friday night 66-55 in Chipley.
The Chipley Tigers moved into the first place in the current district standings with the win. The Tigers are now 5-0 in 1A-3, while Northview’s Chiefs are 4-1 in the district.
Individual player statistics from the game were not submitted.
Northview Remains Undefeated With Win Over Holmes County
January 17, 2014
The undefeated Northview Chiefs continued to dominate Thursday night as they earned another big district win 51-20 over Holmes County.
With the win, the Chiefs improved to 12-0 overall , 4-0 in the district. Scoring for the Chiefs were Cameron Newsome 22, Tony Mcaroy 17, Eric Williams 5, Nick Lambert 5, and Keondrae Lett 2.
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In girls varsity action Thursday, Holmes County defeated Northview. The Lady Chiefs were down 34-7 at the half when Coach Derek Marshman decided to play all freshmen in the second half for a 55-32 final. Danielle Steadham led with 7 points. Jada Tucker added 3, Mallarie Rigby, Abbie Johnson, De’Asia Fountain each scored 2 points. Emily Heard had 1.
The Chiefs will face Chipley in another big district game on road tonight. JV boys play at 4:00, varsity girls at 6:00 and varsity boys at 7:30 in Chipley.
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Tampa Bay Bucs Tackle Akeem Spence Busted On Local Drug Charges
January 15, 2014
FIRST ON NORTHESCAMBIA.COM — Tampa Bay Buccaneers defensive tackle Akeem Spence of Navarre was arrested Tuesday afternoon on drug charges following a traffic stop in Flomaton, Ala.
According to reports, Spence was stopped by an Alabama State Trooper who clocked him in excess of 100 mph at 11:35 a.m. at the 2-mile marker of Highway 113. A search of his 2014 Chevrolet Malibu by a law enforcement K-9 located an unspecified amount of marijuana in his vehicle, according to authorities.
The 22-year old Spence was booked into the Escambia County (Ala.) Detention Center on charges of unlawful possession of marijuana second degree and unlawful possession of a controlled substance. He was released shortly after his arrest on a $3,000 bond. He’s due in court on March 3.
“We have been informed of the situation involving Akeem Spence and are working with local authorities to get additional information,” new Bucs coach Lovie Smith said in a statement.
“We will wait to get all the facts, but the initial reports are concerning and disappointing. I have spoken with Akeem and expressed my dissatisfaction with his involvement in this situation. As a member of the Buccaneers, he will be held to the high standards we have set for all members of this organization.”
Spence was picked by the Buccaneers in the fourth round of the 2013 NFL Draft. He signed a four-year deal worth $2,644,424. He netted a $484,424 signing bonus. After graduating from Fort Walton Beach High School, he played football on a scholarship for the University of Illinois for three years, forgoing his senior season to enter the NFL Draft.
Northview Beats Escambia Charter
January 14, 2014
The varsity Northview Chiefs continued their winning ways Monday night as they beat Escambia Charter 77-72.
Scoring for the Chiefs were Neino Robinson 23, Tony Mcaroy 18, Cameron Newsome 11, Eric Williams 10, Tydre Bradley 8, and Nick Lambert 6.
The Chiefs are now 11-0 overall , 3-0 in the district. Northview’s varsity boys will host Holmes County in a district game Thursday at 5:30. The varsity girls will begin play at 4:00.
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Northview Boys Beat Jay
January 11, 2014
The Northview Chiefs beat Jay Friday night 71-40 in Bratt. The Northview varsity boys will be in action again Monday on the road at Escambia Charter before returning to Bratt Thursday at 5:30 to host Holmes County in a district game. The Jay Royals will travel to Bonifay on Tuesday.
For a photo gallery from boys and girls Northview versus Jay games, click here.
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Jay Downs Northview’s Girls
January 11, 2014
The Jay Royals downed the Northview Chiefs 38-17 in girls basketball Friday night in Bratt. The Northview Chief girls will be in action next at 4:00 next Thursday as they host Holmes County. The Jay Royals will travel to Bonifay on Tuesday.
For a photo gallery from boys and girls Northview versus Jay games, click here.
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