Sports & Leisure

Fletcher competes in state bowling finals in Orlando

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Thursday, November 10, 2016
Fletcher’s bowling team competed in the state finals last week in Orlando, placing 16th overall. Brianna Pisani placed 16th in the individual bracket after scoring the highest during the qualifying rounds for the Senators, scoring a 792 over four rounds.
The Players practice range, shown with the clubhouse in the rear. (photo submitted)

The Players practice range, shown with the clubhouse in the rear. (photo submitted)

Players completes course renovation

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Thursday, November 10, 2016
After almost six months of pushing around dirt, tearing down buildings, planting new and different grass, creating lakes, moving bunkers and removing trees, the big day is Tuesday, Nov. 15. The Stadium Course at TPC Sawgrass will be open for business.
Ponte Vedra Sharks linebacker Trevor Rolison (17) grasps Parker quarterback Cameron Sapp (10) during the district game last Friday. (photo by David Rosenblum)

Ponte Vedra Sharks linebacker Trevor Rolison (17) grasps Parker quarterback Cameron Sapp (10) during the district game last Friday. (photo by David Rosenblum)

Sharks clinch home field for state football playoffs

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Thursday, November 3, 2016
Ponte Vedra clinched the District 4-5A title last Friday with a 33-14 homecoming win over visiting Parker. The Sharks (8-0, 4-0 District 4-5A), led by quarterback Nick Tronti’s three second half touchdown passes, earned home field advantage for the first round of the state playoffs with the win.
Fletcher’s Anthony Evelyn (1) tries to escape the grip of Columbia defensive end Ranadee Bradley (9) during the Senators 27-7 loss on Friday. (photo by David Rosenblum)

Fletcher’s Anthony Evelyn (1) tries to escape the grip of Columbia defensive end Ranadee Bradley (9) during the Senators 27-7 loss on Friday. (photo by David Rosenblum)

Football: Senators struggle against district opponent Columbia

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Thursday, October 27, 2016
Fletcher traveled to Lake City Friday night for an important district game with Columbia.
The Senators volleyball team poses with the district trophy after defeating Atlantic Coast 3-1 Oct. 20. (photo by David Rosenblum)

The Senators volleyball team poses with the district trophy after defeating Atlantic Coast 3-1 Oct. 20. (photo by David Rosenblum)

Fletcher volleyball defeats Atlantic Coast for district title

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Thursday, October 27, 2016
Fletcher captured the District 3-8A title at Atlantic Coast High Oct. 20, defeating the host Stingrays for the fourth time this season. The Senators opened the tournament with an easy 3-0 win over Lee Oct. 18 for a spot in the final and a guaranteed spot in the state playoffs.

Armada FC launches 2017 season tickets renewal campaign

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Sunday, October 23, 2016
The Jacksonville Armada FC has launched its 2017 season tickets renewal campaign complete with valuable rewards for supporters. To renew now, season ticket members can call 1-844-2-ARMADA. Fans have until Oct. 28 to renew their season tickets before their seats are released to the general public.

Challenging schedule lies ahead for Fletcher football

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Friday, October 21, 2016
Fletcher football had an unexpected two-week break from action, and possibly a very welcome one, too. The Senators are undefeated with a 6-0 record and have possibly the toughest stretch on the schedule looking ahead.
photo from spooktacular.jacksonvillezoo.org

photo from spooktacular.jacksonvillezoo.org

Get out and have some Halloween fun

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Thursday, October 20, 2016
The Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens, 370 Zoo Pkwy., Jacksonville, will host its annual “Spooktacular” Friday through Sunday, Oct. 21 through Oct. 23, and Thursday through Monday, Oct. 27 through Oct. 31. Hours are 6:30 to 10 p.m., with gates closing at 9 p.m.

Tough week for Sharks as districts approach

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Thursday, October 20, 2016
Ponte Vedra volleyball had a difficult week, losing two matches to area rival teams.  The Sharks (15-7) took a loss against Creekside last Tuesday, a 3-0 shutout, which the Knights won 25-17, 25-21, 25-19. Mackenzie Morris led Ponte Vedra with 15 kills and added 13 digs in the loss.
Surf fishing guide Larry Finch showing a couple of nice whiting and pompano caught while surf fishing last Monday. (photo submitted)

Surf fishing guide Larry Finch showing a couple of nice whiting and pompano caught while surf fishing last Monday. (photo submitted)

Sheepshead plentiful along the big jetties

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Thursday, October 20, 2016
The higher-than-usual tides and the dirty water has the inshore bite a bit scattered. Fish are hungry but you’ll need to move around quite a bit to find them. The bait shops are having a tough time getting in bait, especially mud minnows. During these flood tides the muds are very hard to come by.