Sports & Leisure

photo by Roxanne de Sousa

photo by Roxanne de Sousa

Storms provide waves worth riding

News Staff
Thursday, September 17, 2020
A surfer takes advantage of waves created by recent storms in the Atlantic Ocean this past weekend.

Reusable water bottles given by Beaches Go Green

News Staff
Friday, September 11, 2020
Through a partnership with Ponte Vedra High School (PVHS), Beaches Go Green (BGG) and the PVHS BGG student club sponsored more than 600 SIC stainless steel water bottles for athletes to use instead of single-use cups and plastic bottles.
Cooper Froehlich, quarterback for Palm Valley Academy, prepares to pass the ball against Mill Creek Academy. (photo by Kendra Hardie)

Cooper Froehlich, quarterback for Palm Valley Academy, prepares to pass the ball against Mill Creek Academy. (photo by Kendra Hardie)

Palm Valley Bobcats score 50 points

News Staff
Thursday, September 10, 2020
On Sept. 3, the Palm Valley Academy Bobcats and Mill Creek Academy Mustangs met at Pacetti Middle School to kick off the inaugural football seasons for both teams. PVA's high-powered offense scored quickly and never took its foot off the gas.
Eli Walfall and his dad, David, with a great redfish from the creeks. (photo submitted)

Eli Walfall and his dad, David, with a great redfish from the creeks. (photo submitted)

Prime time for offshore fishing coming as temperatures drop

News Staff
Wednesday, September 9, 2020
What a week it’s been. Labor Day brought us a perfect end to the summer, with northeast winds, cooler (slightly) rainy days and hungry fish! Every fall, the first nor’easter is the kick off to the best few weeks of the year for fishing inshore.

Football, other high school athletics opening with limited fan capacity

News Staff
Sunday, September 6, 2020
Friday night lights will burn just as bright, but crowd sizes will be controlled when high school football and other athletic contests in Duval County begin in September. The district will limit attendance to 30 percent of a venue’s capacity for spectators of athletic contests.

Vilano Beach driving access closing Sept. 8

News Staff
Saturday, September 5, 2020
Due to a beach renourishment project that will restore critically-eroded shoreline and dunes, vehicular access to Vilano Beach will be restricted beginning Sept. 8.
Cody Culpepper has been named the dock manager for the Freedom Boat Club’s location at Camachee Cove Marina in St. Augustine. (photo submitted)

Cody Culpepper has been named the dock manager for the Freedom Boat Club’s location at Camachee Cove Marina in St. Augustine. (photo submitted)

Freedom Boat Club has new manager for St. Augustine location

News Staff
Thursday, September 3, 2020
Freedom Boat Club has added a new club manager to its team. Cody Culpepper has been named the dock manager for the boat club’s location at Camachee Cove Marina in St. Augustine. Culpepper is responsible for managing the dock team, helping the staff with reservations and managing the waiting list.
Ryan Sullivan with a great pair of flounder from a night gigging this week. (photo submitted)

Ryan Sullivan with a great pair of flounder from a night gigging this week. (photo submitted)

Fishing forecast looks good through Saturday

News Staff
Wednesday, September 2, 2020
While the heat and humidity haven’t seemed to notice, the first week of September heralds fall on the First Coast. The mullet run is on, the inshore fishing is improving and hunting season is rapidly approaching. It’s a great time to enjoy the outdoors on the First Coast.
Eco-minded fishing guides can get certified.

Eco-minded fishing guides can get certified.

Are you an eco-minded fishing guide?

News Staff
Friday, August 28, 2020
Florida has a new program for eco-minded for-hire fishing guides. The Florida Friendly Fishing Guide certification recognizes saltwater and freshwater fishing guides who are committed to preserving the future of Florida’s fisheries through sustainable boating and fishing techniques.