Future looks bright for two Seminoles at NSU University School Sports by Kevin Johnson - March 4, 2022March 4, 2022 NSU University School seventh graders Charleze Osceola, left, and Tatum Billie recently finished their first seasons on the school’s varsity girls basketball team. (Photo Kevin Johnson) DAVIE — For NSU University School girls varsity basketball coach Nicole Riscica, there’s a lot to like about the two Seminoles on her team. Seventh graders
Chobee volleyball takes second in Miami Sports by The Seminole Tribune - March 4, 2022March 4, 2022 The Chobee Volleyball Academy 14U team reached the championship match at a tournament in Miami in early February with an undefeated record. Chobee lost in the final and earned runner-up honors. The team includes tribal members (in alphabetical order): Preslynn Baker, Miley Jimmie, Alyssa Madrigal, Chaka Yani Smith and Kashyra
Fast start for Brighton’s Trevor Thomas on Warner baseball Sports by The Seminole Tribune - March 4, 2022March 4, 2022 Trevor Thomas Warner University outfielder Trevor Thomas, from the Brighton Reservation, started the season on a positive note with a pair of hits in his first game Feb. 1. Thomas, a senior, had two singles in the team’s 10-9 home loss to Ave Maria University in Lake Wales. He batted eighth in
Hard Rock increases presence in Formula 1 event Hard Rock/Seminole Gaming Sports by The Seminole Tribune - February 17, 2022September 19, 2024 The Hard Rock Beach Club will be a trackside fan experience featuring cabanas, pools and sand for the Formula 1 Crypto.com Miami Grand Prix that will be held at the Hard Rock Stadium campus. (Courtesy rendering) MIAMI GARDENS – Hard Rock International will have more of a presence in Miami’s Formula
Okeechobee ready for postseason rematch against powerful American Heritage Sports by Kevin Johnson - February 16, 2022September 19, 2024 Okeechobee High School girls basketball coach Jovanny Torres talks to his team during its district championship victory Feb. 4, 2022. (Photo Kevin Johnson) The Okeechobee High School girls basketball team moved to within one win of reaching the Class 5A final four thanks to a 42-40 overtime thriller Feb. 15 in
Adryauna Baker leads Okeechobee to regional playoff win Sports by The Seminole Tribune - February 14, 2022February 14, 2022 Okeechobee's Adryauna Baker, shown in a district championship game Feb. 4, 2022, scored 15 points in the Brahmans regional quarterfinal win against Rockledge on Feb. 10, 2022. (Photo Kevin Johnson) The Seminole Tribe's Adryauna Baker scored 15 points and notched seven steals – both game highs – to help the
All Native American team selected for PBR Global Cup USA Sports by The Seminole Tribune - February 10, 2022February 10, 2022 Dakota Louis (Cheyenne and Blackfeet – Browning, Montana) The Professional Bull Riders (PBR) Global Cup USA will feature two teams from the U.S., including one all Native American squad. Team USA Wolves will be comprised of Cannon Cravens (Cherokee – Porum, Oklahoma), Cody Jesus (Navajo – Window Rock, Arizona), Stetson Lawrence (Chippewa
Chobee 14U volleyball team earns bid to nationals Sports by Kevin Johnson - February 10, 2022February 10, 2022 The Chobee Volleyball Academy 14U team, which includes several Seminoles, celebrates after winning an AAU super regional tournament Jan. 16 in Tavares. From left, assistant coach Mona Baker, Miley Jimmie (TM), Preslynn Baker (TM), Daniela Sanchez, Tatiana Flores, Jenessa Arana, Emma Pereira, Alyssa Madrigal (TM), Lindy Harwas, Chaka Yani Smith
Two district titles in a row for Okeechobee as it heads to regionals Sports by Kevin Johnson - February 9, 2022September 19, 2024 The Okeechobee High School girls basketball team celebrates after winning its second straight district championship. The Brahmans defeated Rockledge, 47-36, on Feb. 4, 2022, at Okeechobee High School. The Seminole Tribe's Adryauna Baker is in the front row, second from right. (Photo Kevin Johnson) OKEECHOBEE – When Okeechobee High School’s second
New Moore Haven football coach ready to rebuild Terriers Sports by Kevin Johnson - February 4, 2022February 4, 2022 Moore Haven football coach Jackie Garrett. (Courtesy photo) Jackie Garrett has been a winner wherever he’s gone. Now he’s hoping to bring winning seasons back to Moore Haven High School football. Garrett, 44, was recently named head coach of the Terriers, a program that has generated plenty of success in recent years,
