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Braves pitcher Tim Hudson notches milestone victory
The third time’s a charm. After failing twice on the road to get his 200th career victory, Tim Hudson joined former Braves pitchers Greg Maddux, Tom Glavine and John Smoltz in the 200 club last night when the Braves defeated the … Continue reading
Former Gator Jeremy Mincey Leads Young Jacksonville Jaguars Team
Jeremy Mincey has bounced back from adversity his entire life. Growing up in Statesboro, Ga., poverty swallowed the city. Currently, 43 percent of Statesboro’s population lives under the poverty line. But Mincey did everything he could to make a name … Continue reading
Florida softball hosts Georgia for last home series
The No. 2 Gators softball team (45-5, 14-4 Southeastern Conference) concludes its home slate of games for the regular season when they host No. 23 Georgia (34-16, 11-7 SEC) this weekend. Florida is entering the series after sweeping Longwood. Junior Hannah … Continue reading
Pat Summerall, “The Voice of Football,” dead at 82
Legendary broadcaster Pat Summerall, best known for teaming with former Oakland Raiders head coach John Madden for 21 seasons, died on Tuesday. He was 82. Summerall spent more than 40 years in broadcasting with CBS and Fox. Although he’s most remembered … Continue reading
Jackie Robinson: Remembering a Legend
Jackie Robinson is remembered as one of the most legendary figures in the history of baseball. Not only was he a phenomenal player, but Robinson is known for the courageous strides he made for Civil Rights. ESPN Radio 850/900′s Chris Kirschner goes deeper into … Continue reading
2013 Orange and Blue Wrap-Up
The Florida football team wrapped up spring practice with the Orange and Blue Debut. Although it couldn’t hold a full scrimmage, there were some bright spots on the field today. One of those bright spots was DeMarcus Robinson. The true … Continue reading
2013 Orange and Blue Debut Preview
The Florida Gators have 11 scholarship players on the offensive line. Five of those are injured. The injuries have left Gators coach Will Muschamp no choice but to alter the annual spring game on Saturday. Muschamp announced Tuesday that due … Continue reading
Friday Night NCAA March Madness Preview
All eyes in Gainesville are on the Florida-Florida Gulf Coast battle up in the NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament but there are other match ups Friday night as well…. Midwest Region: (1) Louisville v.s. (12) Oregon, 7:15 p.m. The Louisville Cardinals have looked … Continue reading
Local Teams Compete In High School Basketball Regional Finals
Gainesville v.s. Orlando Edgewater After losing its previous three games against Leesburg, the Gainesville High School boys basketball team finally topped them. With its 74-66 win, the Hurricanes(20-9) take on Orlando Edgewater (25-4) in regional finals play at 7 p.m. on Saturday. … Continue reading
Super Bowl XLVII Preview: Ravens v.s. 49ers
Colin Kaepernick talks to reporters at Super Bowl Media Day. photo credit: Chris Kirschner When Colin Kaepernick lines up under center, he will only have nine career starts at quarterback. The second-year quarterback has led a 49ers team to their sixth … Continue reading
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