The Strawberry Crest Chargers hosted the Durant Cougars Friday night in a matchup where Durant’s offense and defense took control early. The Cougars entered the game at 1-0, while Strawberry Crest was looking for its first win of the season after opening the year 0-1. Durant won the coin toss and elected to defer, giving […]
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Sumner Dominates Strawberry Crest in 55-0 Shutout
The Stingrays wasted no time taking control, dominating the Chargers from the opening kickoff and cruising to a 55-0 shutout. From a fast start on offense to a defense that repeatedly forced turnovers, the Stingrays controlled every phase of the game and built an insurmountable lead before halftime. The game opened with the Chargers attempting […]
Continue ReadingDurant Falls to Bloomingdale 35-14 in Kickoff Classic
After winning just five games last season—their lowest total since 2020—the Durant Cougars entered 2026 looking for a fresh start. That opportunity came Friday night when Durant hosted the Bloomingdale Bulls in the Kickoff Classic. The preseason matchup gave both teams a chance to test themselves before the regular season, and the Cougars showed flashes […]
Continue ReadingFrom Veterans to Cadets: A Gift of Leadership and Opportunity
Members of the AMVETS Post 44 gathered at Plant City High School on May 14 to present a major equipment donation to the school’s JROTC Rifle Team, marking the culmination of months of fundraising efforts dedicated to supporting local students. At 4:00 p.m., veterans from the Plant City post, located off State Road 60, met […]
Continue ReadingPlant City girls track team makes history with third-place finish at state
Less than a year after a devastating injury and reconstructive ACL surgery that ended her gymnastics career, Amari Jackson sprinted down the runway Sunday night at Hodges Stadium and launched herself into Plant City High School history. The sophomore long jumper earned a silver medal at the 2026 FHSAA Outdoor Track & Field State Championships […]
Continue ReadingRaiders season comes to an end
In a high-stakes regional matchup on Friday, the Plant City Raiders faced off against the Winter Haven Blue Devils in a thrilling contest that ultimately slipped away from the Raiders in heartbreaking fashion. Despite an explosive start and multiple standout offensive performances, Plant City fell 6-5 in a back-and-forth battle that showcased both resilience and […]
Continue ReadingGeorge Jenkins Eliminates Strawberry Crest
In a high-stakes regional matchup, the Strawberry Crest Chargers made the trip to Lakeland to face the George Jenkins Eagles in a game that delivered early dominance, late drama, and ultimately heartbreak for the visitors. What began as a strong, controlled performance by the Chargers slowly unraveled in the final innings, as the Eagles mounted […]
Continue ReadingDurant Overcomes Six-Run Deficit, Defeats Riverview
The Durant Cougars delivered one of their most thrilling performances of the season on Tuesday night, rallying from a six-run deficit to defeat the Riverview Sharks 10-9 in a dramatic district quarterfinal matchup. In a game filled with momentum swings, clutch hits, and late-inning heroics, the Cougars showed resilience and determination to keep their season […]
Continue ReadingBuilding More Than a Team: Coach CT’s Vision for Plant City Basketball
In a town where community means everything, there’s a renewed energy surrounding Plant City High School boys varsity basketball. Much of that spark comes from their new head coach Chris “CT” Senoga-Zake. For Coach CT, stepping into the role isn’t just about wins and losses. It’s about continuing a tradition while building something deeper. “My […]
Continue ReadingDurant finished strong vs Riverview
The Cougars scored an amazing come-from-behind victory.
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