Lakeland and Kathleen bring new challenges to the district in the wake of the FHSAA’s latest reshuffling cycle.
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Best of the Best: 2018
Sports Editor Justin Kline builds a “fantasy team” with 2018’s top players.
Continue ReadingPILLAR OF THE PROGRAM: Ben Gude
Every year, the Plant City Observer asks high school football coaches to nominate one player from their teams who exhibits great character, leadership and the ability to overcome obstacles.
Continue ReadingFootball Guide 2019: Durant Cougars
The Cougars hope learning from last year’s experiences will help the team stay on the right track in 2019.
Continue ReadingPILLAR OF THE PROGRAM: Josh Cannon
Every year, the Plant City Observer asks high school football coaches to nominate one player from their teams who exhibits great character, leadership and the ability to overcome obstacles.
Continue ReadingFootball Guide 2019: Plant City Raiders
The Raiders are looking to build upon last year’s success and get back into the playoffs in 2019.
Continue ReadingFootball Guide 2019: Strawberry Crest Chargers
With a new head coach, the Chargers are looking to start rebuilding the program from the ground up in 2019.
Continue ReadingWhat’s on Kline’s Mind? 2019 season predictions
Justin Kline takes a guess at how local prep football teams will fare this season.
Continue ReadingPILLAR OF THE PROGRAM: Jeren Bendorf
Jeren Bendorf doesn’t let anything bring his spirits down, and life’s given him plenty of chances for that of late. Last season, right when things were going well for the Raiders, Bendorf hurt his ankle shortly before the Raiders started the postseason. He wasn’t able to play in the playoffs at all. “It was a […]
Continue ReadingDurant Cougars: A youth movement
One of the youngest teams in Durant’s history is taking the field this season.
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