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Karolyna Adam’s stellar play in the post-season helped lead St. Cloud High School to fourth place at the FHSAA Class 3A State Tournament in November. PHOTO/RYAN ADAMS

Karolyna Adam’s stellar play in the post-season helped lead St. Cloud High School to fourth place at the FHSAA Class 3A State Tournament in November. PHOTO/RYAN ADAMS

ALL-COUNTY GIRLS GOLF — Adams led Lady Bulldogs to new heights

J. Daniel Pearson
Thursday, January 4, 2024
If you are named Player of the Year in an individual sport, it would be understandable to hear a bit of ego or at least a little pride from the recipient.
An all-around force, Osceola sophomore Cate Palmi was among the state leaders in kills and aces on a Kowboys’ team that reached the Class 7A volleyball regional final. PHOTO/KATIE WILLIAMS

An all-around force, Osceola sophomore Cate Palmi was among the state leaders in kills and aces on a Kowboys’ team that reached the Class 7A volleyball regional final. PHOTO/KATIE WILLIAMS

ALL-COUNTY GIRLS VOLLEYBALL — Cate Palmi, Osceola teammates dominate All-County Team

J. Daniel Pearson
Wednesday, January 3, 2024
For a second consecutive year and by a wide margin, Osceola was the county’s best high school girls’ volleyball team. Its spectacular sophomore outside hitter, Cate Palmi, is the Osceola News-Gazette Girls Volleyball Player of the Year, and five teammates were All-County selections.
The Osceola Magic's Brandon Williams was signed to an NBA Two-Way contract by the Dallas Mavericks Thursday. PHOTO/KATIE WILLIAMS

The Osceola Magic's Brandon Williams was signed to an NBA Two-Way contract by the Dallas Mavericks Thursday. PHOTO/KATIE WILLIAMS

Osceola Magic beats Knicks after Dallas Mavericks sign Brandon Williams

Staff Report
Sunday, December 31, 2023
The Osceola Magic defeated the Westchester Knicks at the Westchester County Center 138-130 on Saturday in the first game of the regular season. Games play up to this point served as qualifying for the NBA G League's Winter Showcase, and records reset for the season that will run through May.
Harmony High alum Chase Whitfield (53) was the long snapper on the 2023 Division II National Champion Harding University Bison. SUBMITTED PHOTO

Harmony High alum Chase Whitfield (53) was the long snapper on the 2023 Division II National Champion Harding University Bison. SUBMITTED PHOTO

Harmony grad Whitfield part of Division II Harding national championship

Ken Jackson
Thursday, December 28, 2023
Chase Whitfield, who played his football at Harmony High School and was part of the Longhorns’ 2018 district championship team, will get a ring this spring as part of Harding University’s national champion Division II squad.
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Osceola’s Heap wins at Knockout wrestling

J. Daniel Pearson
Wednesday, December 27, 2023
Host Osceola sent three wrestlers to the finals of the prestigious Knockout Christmas Classic at the Silver Spurs Arena, and came away with one champion and two silver medals in an event that featured some of the top high school wrestling talent in the southeastern United States.
Osceola's Jalen Bell with his family at Friday's signing with FCS school Long Island. PHOTO/J. DANIEL PEARSON

Osceola's Jalen Bell with his family at Friday's signing with FCS school Long Island. PHOTO/J. DANIEL PEARSON

Osceola’s Bell signs with Long Island football

J. Daniel Pearson
Saturday, December 23, 2023
The Osceola News-Gazette’s Defensive Player of the Year is New York bound.  In a signing ceremony Friday afternoon at Osceola High School, Kowboys’ linebacker/defensive back Jalen Bell announced he would play his college ball for Long Island University.
When Osceola and St. Cloud line up for the 101st time next year, they'll be in District 6A-5 with Viera, Melbourne and Freedom. PHOTO/KATIE WILLIAMS

When Osceola and St. Cloud line up for the 101st time next year, they'll be in District 6A-5 with Viera, Melbourne and Freedom. PHOTO/KATIE WILLIAMS

New football districts announced; who's your favorite team in with?

Ken Jackson
Friday, December 22, 2023
The Florida High School Athletic Association presented football coaches and school athletic directors with a Christmas present – the new football district assignments for the 2024 and ’25 seasons.
Poinciana players hold the Kowboy Invitational Trophy aloft after defeating Chattahoochie (Georgia), 63-60 in overtime Thursday night. PHOTO/J. DANIEL PEARSON

Poinciana players hold the Kowboy Invitational Trophy aloft after defeating Chattahoochie (Georgia), 63-60 in overtime Thursday night. PHOTO/J. DANIEL PEARSON

Poinciana wins Kowboy Invitational hoops tourney

J. Daniel Pearson
Friday, December 22, 2023
In basketball, sometimes you die by the free throw and sometimes you live by the free throw. Poinciana tried to do both Thursday night.
Osceola’s Anderson Heap (right), a two-time state champion, will be a top seed in the 150-pound class the Knockout Christmas Classic. PHOTO/J. DANIEL PEARSON

Osceola’s Anderson Heap (right), a two-time state champion, will be a top seed in the 150-pound class the Knockout Christmas Classic. PHOTO/J. DANIEL PEARSON

Knockout Classic returns To Silver Spurs mats this week

J. Daniel Pearson
Wednesday, December 20, 2023
One of the nation’s premiere high school wrestling events returns to Silver Spurs Arena this week for the 11th Knockout Christmas Classic. Dec. 20-22. Action starts each morning at 8 a.m. and ticket prices are $20 (one day), $30 (two days) and $40 (tournament pass).
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