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In the news
PT Solutions now in partnership with Buccaneers
PT Solutions, which provides athletic trainers for high schools in Hillsborough and Pasco counties, is now the official physical therapy partner of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
The multi-year agreement is PT Solutions’ first in the NFL and will focus primarily on providing care in football at the youth and high school level.
“It is always exciting when we have the opportunity to team up with a company built on the same commitment to customer service as your own. PT Solutions prides themselves on exceeding the expectations of their clients and going above and beyond for others,” Buccaneers Chief Operating Officer Brian Ford said in a statement. “The Buccaneers are committed to growing flag football and this partnership with PT Solutions will allow us to provide our youth participants with top tier wellness services at the various tournaments we hold around the Tampa Bay region each year.”
PT Solutions will be at the Buccaneers’ training facility for the girls flag football preseason tournament, hailed as the largest in the country. The physical therapy company also will be involved in the boys’ 7-on-7 and 11-on-11 flag tournaments throughout the year.
Basketball
IRC hires girls coach
Savannah Walker, a former standout at Seminole, was named the girls basketball coach at Indian Rocks Christian last week.
Walker was an all-conference selection with the Warhawks before going to play at Pensacola State College and Tennessee Southern.
She takes over the Golden Eagles from Phil Farver, who stepped down after his second coaching stint with the program.
Classifieds
Free physicals this weekend
On Saturday, PT Solutions Physical Therapy, in partnership with Orthopedic Specialists, will be providing free physicals.
The event is from 9 a.m.-noon at Anclote High. Parents and guardians must be present for the physical.
Who We Play For also will be providing free cardiac screenings.
Click the QR codes in the ads below to claim a spot for the physical and/or pre register for the cardiac screening.
Zephyrhills Christian in search of kickoff classic
Zephyrhills Christian’s still is looking for an opponent for a football kickoff classic (preseason game). Those interested can send a direct message to the school’s athletic Twitter account (@AthleticsZca).
Wiregrass Ranch still looking for boys basketball games
Wiregrass Ranch’s boys basketball team need a few games to fill out its schedule. They available dates are on Dec. 12, Dec. 19 or Jan. 23. To inquire, send a direct message via Twitter to head coach Jeremy Calzone (@calzone32) or assistant Ross Van De Griek (@CoachRossWRHS).
Flag football
Alonso named top team in the nation
Florida has long been known as the hub for girls flag football. So when a team goes undefeated and wins a title in the state’s highest classification, that feat gets national recognition.
Take Alonso.
The Ravens were dominant this past season, outscoring foes by a combined 789-98 en route to a perfect record (23-0) and the 2A state title.
Their resume left no doubt about their status as the top overall team in Florida.
Now, Alonso is considered the nation’s best, too, at least according to MaxPreps.
The Ravens finished the season ranked No. 1 nationally by high school site. Robinson, which won the Class 1A state title, was No. 2. Two other Hillsborough County programs, Lennard and Newsome, were each in the top 10.
Football
East Bay, Strawberry Crest hosting scrimmages on Saturday
East Bay and Strawberry Crest are getting ready for the upcoming football season by hosting scrimmages on Saturday.
The scrimmages will serve as training for the West Coast Officials Association. They each start at 9:30 a.m. Below is the schedule for the two sites.
At East Bay
Lennard vs. Plant, 9:30 a.m.
East Bay vs. Plant, 10
Lennard vs. East Lake, 10:30
East Bay vs. East Lake, 11
At Strawberry Crest
Strawberry Crest vs. Brandon, 9:30
Plant City vs. Brandon, 10
Strawberry Crest vs. Hillsborough, 10:30
Plant City vs. Hillsborough, 11
Carrollwood Day’s Richardson commits to UCF
Bredell Richardson put an end to his recruitment by announcing his commitment to UCF on Tuesday.
It was an impressive pickup for the Knights.
After all, Richardson, a three-star receiver at Carrollwood Day, had offers from more than 40 schools, including Alabama, LSU and Michigan.
Richardson is the second area receiver from the 2024 class to commit to UCF, joining Armwood’s Kasan Stokes.
Fan Votes For Top Team Continue In Each County
The fan votes, which started last month, continue with the championship rounds in Hernando, Pasco and Pinellas counties and the semifinals in Hillsborough County.
Vote for the top running back in Pinellas County
Check out the nominees for the top running back in Pinellas County in classes 2-1M and 4-3M. Voting in each poll lasts until 9 a.m. Friday.
Volleyball
Clearwater names new coach
Cade Duval was hired to take over Clearwater’s volleyball program.
He comes from Nebraska and will try to turn around a program rich in tradition. The Tornadoes have not had a winning season since 2018.
Fan votes for top team continue in each county
The fan votes, which started last month, continue with the championship round in Hernando, Pasco and Pinellas counties and the semifinal round in Hillsborough County.
Vote for the top player in Hernando County
Check out the nominees for the top volleyball in Hernando County entering the season. Voting lasts until 9 a.m. Friday.
