Strawberry Crest High School introduced its 2013 Homecoming Court at halftime of the Crest/Riverview football game on Friday, October 11. 29 young men and women, accompanied by family members, were honored at midfield. It was then announced that the winners for each grade level would not be announced until the evening of October 12, during […]
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Week 7: Plant City vs. Tampa Bay Tech (Homecoming)
Plant City lost a tough one in its Homecoming game against Tampa Bay Tech Oct. 11, 38-21, at home. The Raiders couldn’t overcome a number of miscues and penalties against a strong Titan squad. Plant City did show flashes of brilliance on offense and on special teams throughout the night.
Continue ReadingWEEK 7: Riverview at Strawberry Crest
The outcome of this one was never really in doubt, as Strawberry Crest cruised to a 24-7 win over Riverview. It seemed like the only thing the Chargers (6-2) couldn’t get right were extra point attempts – all of them failed. But it didn’t matter, as Austin Carswell had little trouble guiding the offense down […]
Continue ReadingPHOTO GALLERY: PCHS “Spirit Day”
Students and teachers at Plant City High School prepared for Friday’s Homecoming game by getting into the Raider spirit. There was one big rule for the special dress code: each class had its own color. Seniors wore orange, juniors wore teal, sophomores wore black, and freshmen wore white. Teachers could do whatever they wanted. A […]
Continue ReadingPHOTO GALLERY: Durant vs. Plant City Volleyball
Though the end result was a familiar one – Durant winning again – the means were a little different. The Cougars’ win on the road not only keeps their unblemished season intact, but also means that they’ll finish unbeaten in district play. Or, just about unbeaten, as the Lady Raiders did steal a set in […]
Continue Reading2013 Gridiron Report: Week 7
The Plant City Times & Observer brings you the fourth installment of our 2013 weekly podcast, the Plant City Times & Observer Gridiron Report, breaking down high school football match-ups in the Plant City area for the entire 2013 season. Staff Writer Justin Kline is the host of the podcast, which features a weekly “Game […]
Continue ReadingClash With the Titans
Last week, the biggest question going into Friday night was pretty straight-forward: Who is the best team on the Plant City outskirts? This week, it’s a little different: Where can the Plant City Raiders go from here? Wayne Ward has been the Raiders’ head coach for the past four seasons, picking up seven wins and […]
Continue ReadingATHLETE OF THE WEEK: Jacob Penny
Golf’s a funny game. Some people get it, others don’t. Jacob Penny belongs to the former group. He’s averaging a 37 for Durant High School this season, keeping a pace that makes him look like a lock to make it to states, with the other half of Durant’s dynamic duo, senior Chase Levesque. Oh, and […]
Continue ReadingWHAT’S ON KLINE’S MIND?: Chargers looking good
In last week’s Game of the Week review, I posed the question: Have the tables turned in the outskirts of Plant City? After Friday night’s action at Durant High School, I’d say they have. online pharmacy zoloft for sale no prescription pharmacy Strawberry Crest (5-2) came into this one wanting to prove that it belonged […]
Continue ReadingAfter vote, ISF focuses on Tokyo, Plant City
Fans of wrestling can rest assured that the Olympics’ oldest sport is back in the mix for the future games. Conversely, fans of baseball and softball don’t have the same assurance. But those advocating for those sports have a message: The dream isn’t dead yet. “[The Olympic bid] hasn’t fallen through completely,” said Don Porter, […]
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