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Wilfredo Rivera scored Orlando City B’s first goal and assisted on the second in the 2-2 draw against Atlanta United II. He added a score in the tiebreaker shootout. PHOTO/TAYLOR MCFEE

Wilfredo Rivera scored Orlando City B’s first goal and assisted on the second in the 2-2 draw against Atlanta United II. He added a score in the tiebreaker shootout. PHOTO/TAYLOR MCFEE

Orlando City B uses late goal, shootout to beat Atlanta in MLS Next Pro action

Staff Report
Tuesday, July 2, 2024
Orlando City Communications — Orlando City B (4-4-6, 21 points) played to a 2-2 draw against Atlanta United II (3-6-3, 13 points) thanks to a Favian Loyola stoppage-time goal at Osceola County Stadium on Wednesday night.
In helping the Seahawks win the county middle school track title, Asaiah Seward broke the county record in the 100 meter hurdles, and Ziannah Gooden ran and jumped to three more titles. PHOTO/DILLON DISTLER

In helping the Seahawks win the county middle school track title, Asaiah Seward broke the county record in the 100 meter hurdles, and Ziannah Gooden ran and jumped to three more titles. PHOTO/DILLON DISTLER

The legacy of Neptune Seahawks track continues with wins

Ken Jackson
Thursday, June 27, 2024
When you think of sports dynasties, the recent runs of the New England Patriots and Alabama Crimson Tide in football come to mind, or the New York Yankees, Boston Celtics and L.A. Lakers of years past.There’s a local one to make you aware of — the Neptune Middle School track program.
Orlando City's Nicolás Lodeiro fights for the ball in Saturday's 4-2 win over the Chicago Fire in MLS action. PHOTO/MARIO CASAMALHUAPA

Orlando City's Nicolás Lodeiro fights for the ball in Saturday's 4-2 win over the Chicago Fire in MLS action. PHOTO/MARIO CASAMALHUAPA

Orlando City returns to winning ways with 4-2 win Saturday over Chicago Fire

News Staff
Sunday, June 23, 2024
By Mario CasamalhuapaFor the News-GazetteOrlando City SC secured a crucial 4-2 victory over Chicago Fire FC on Pride Night at INTER&Co Stadium, which marked the eight-year anniversary of the Pulse nightclub tragedy and honoring those lost. It was the first home game since the June 12 anniversary.
Orlando City’s Luis Muriel goes skyward in an MLS match Saturday against Los Angeles FC at Inter&Co Stadium. PHOTO/MARIO CASAMALHUAPA

Orlando City’s Luis Muriel goes skyward in an MLS match Saturday against Los Angeles FC at Inter&Co Stadium. PHOTO/MARIO CASAMALHUAPA

Copa America — top Americas soccer action coming to the area

News Staff
Monday, June 17, 2024
By Mario Casamalhuapa For the News-GazetteThe highly anticipated Copa America is set to return to the United States in 2024, bringing with it a vibrant display of soccer excellence and passionate fanfare of the top national clubs of the Western Hemisphere.
USA Gio Reyna tries to dribble past Brazilian defender Wendell in Wednesday's friendly match at Camping World Stadium. PHOTO/MARIO CASAMALHUAPA

USA Gio Reyna tries to dribble past Brazilian defender Wendell in Wednesday's friendly match at Camping World Stadium. PHOTO/MARIO CASAMALHUAPA

USA draws with Brazil in front of 60,000 at Camping World Stadium

News Staff
Thursday, June 13, 2024
By Mario Casamalhuapa For the News-GazetteExcitement filled the air as Brazil and the USA national teams faced off in a thrilling soccer friendly at Camping World Stadium in front of 60,016 fans. The stadium was electrifying as the U.S.
Players like in this Osceola-St. Cloud football game could stand to make money off their name, image and likeness (NIL) thanks to new bylaws passed FILE PHOTO

Players like in this Osceola-St. Cloud football game could stand to make money off their name, image and likeness (NIL) thanks to new bylaws passed FILE PHOTO

FHSAA approves NIL for high school -- Could your kid make more than Coach?

Ken Jackson
Thursday, June 13, 2024
After months of discussion, and a vote last week, the Florida High School Athletic Association board of directors unanimously approved language in its bylaws to allow high school athletes, much like NCAA college athletes have been able to do for a few years, to earn money from Name, Image and...
ALL-COUNTY BOYS SOCCER: Calderon scored goals; Vargas stopped them

ALL-COUNTY BOYS SOCCER: Calderon scored goals; Vargas stopped them

ALL-COUNTY BOYS SOCCER: Calderon scored goals; Vargas stopped them

J. Daniel Pearson
Wednesday, June 12, 2024
One was an offensive specialist and one was a defensive star, but at the end of the day it was too close to call, so Celebration’s Chris Vargas-Hernandez and Gateway’s Jose Calderon are 2023-24’s Osceola News Gazette Boys Soccer Co-Players of the Year.
Team USA preps for a match against Brazil on Wednesday in Orlando, after a rough weekend outing against Colombia. PHOTO/MARIO CASAMALHUAPA

Team USA preps for a match against Brazil on Wednesday in Orlando, after a rough weekend outing against Colombia. PHOTO/MARIO CASAMALHUAPA

USA prepares for soccer showdown against Brazil at Camping World Stadium

News Staff
Tuesday, June 11, 2024
By Mario CasamalhuapaFor the News-GazetteIn a much-anticipated clash, the USA Men's National Soccer Team is set to face Brazil at Camping World Stadium in Orlando on Wednesday at 7 p.m., in front of what's expected to be a sellout, enthusiastic crowd.
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