Durant Cougars (8-3) After 18 years under former head coach Mike Gottman, former alumnus andformer Durant football player himself Claybo Varnum took over as head coach for the Cougars. In his first year as head coach, Durant finished second in the 8A District 10 standings with an 8-2 regular season record, the team’s highest single-season […]
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FHSAA adds girls wrestling state championship
In 2021, Florida joined a growing list of states to sanction girl’s wrestling.
Continue ReadingStrawberry Crest wraps up season with another win
Strawberry Crest moved to 5-5 on the year with the 26-12 victory over Leto in their last game of the season.
Continue ReadingPlant City soccer opens season with victory over Strawberry Crest
While no longer district foes, the local rivalry still brought plenty of energy.
Continue ReadingPlayoff Opponent Preview
While Newsome was able to claim the 8A District 10 title with a win over Plant City two weeks ago, both Durant (8-2) and Plant City (6-4) clinched postseason berths following the 2021 regular season. Durant was given the seventh seed in the region and will head to Winter Garden on Friday, just east of […]
Continue ReadingPlant City’s Reggie Bush Jr. named Hillsborough County Player of the Week
It’s another award in what’s been a busy month of nominations for the Plant City area.
Continue ReadingStrawberry Crest vs. Leto Preview
Strawberry Crest looks to add one more win to their already impressive season.
Continue ReadingPlant City falls, Newsome claims district title
The Newsome Wolves headed to Plant City on Friday, coming away with a 44-20 win and their first district title since 2011. Plant City took the opening kickoff but were quickly forced to punt after just three plays. After taking over, Newsome wasted no time getting on the board. Near midfield, facing a third down, […]
Continue ReadingPlant City’s Cole Highsmith named Hillsborough County Player of the Week
Highsmith earned the award following Plant City’s 25-15 win over Bloomingdale earlier in the month.
Continue ReadingStrawberry Crest Volleyball advances to regionals
Following a trip to the district finals, the Chargers are heading to the 6A regional tournament.
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