In 1986, the State of Florida did not have separate classes for golf. To win a championship, you literally had to beat everyone else in the entire state of Florida. And that is exactly what Venice High’s Sheryl Maize accomplished. She was able to etch her name into the history books, capturing the Florida state championship and capping off a season defined by precision, poise, and power.    Maize delivered a masterclass performance at the state tournament, showcasing consiste

Venice junior Nolan Heaney has been a part of the varsity cross country team since his freshman year. Nolan has worked his way up through the ranks for Venice and is now the number 1 runner for Venice. A serious quad injury during his sophomore season could have derailed his career but he focused on his training and joined the track team to help train during the off season. "My goals before this season were to be the district and regional champion and with the district meet s

Riverview did not simply gain another receiver when senior Noah Chieffo emerged as a featured weapon in its passing game. The Rams gained gravity. At 6-foot-5 and built with the frame of a hybrid tight-end and perimeter match-up nightmare, Chieffo has become a focal point of a rising Riverview offense and a defining problem for opposing secondaries throughout the area.     Sometimes a change of scenery is what it takes to be successful and this season for Noah can only be des

Riverview senior cheerleader Lucianna Maurer has been cheering since she was 8 years old and although Riverview doesn’t normally accept underclassmen on varsity, her experience was rewarded. Now in her 3rd year on varsity, Maurer has taken on different roles but this season she is a "flyer." If you pay attention during games, the people who are twirling through the air for our entertainment, sometimes suffer injuries just like the athletes. "You can’t worry about getting hurt

Sarasota Jr wide receiver Jayden Rivers had an outstanding season for the Sailors. 59 rec for 892 yards and 13 touchdowns. When you have this type of success as an underclassmen, you might think that is what would motivate Jayden during the offseason. "Actually my favorite part of being at Sarasota, is the coaching staff. The coaches here actually care about us and it makes it more fun when you feel like a family." The connection that QB Hudson West and Rivers had this season

In the trenches, where every inch matters and games are often won or lost, Venice senior defensive tackle Israel McNair has become a force that opposing offenses can’t ignore. With his combination of size, strength, and discipline, McNair has established himself as a tone-setter who thrives on physicality and pride.    At 6-foot-1 and over 260 pounds, McNair combines strength with surprising quickness, constantly disrupting plays before they ever have a chance to develop. Whe

Port Charlotte’s offense has long been defined by its physicality and steady run-game foundation, but the emergence of  Junior wide receiver Elias Pearl has added a dynamic layer that defenses must respect on every snap. Pearl, a polished route technician with a competitive edge, has elevated his role this season and become one of the most dependable perimeter play-makers in the Pirates’ system.    From the moment the ball is snapped, Pearl commands attention. Defensive backs

Sarasota Rb senior Colton Dempsey has been fighting a high ankle sprain since week 2 of the season, which has been very frustrating to him. When healthy, if Sarasota needed a big play, the ball usually finds its way into the hands of Colton Dempsey. The senior running back has emerged as one of the Sailors’ most reliable weapons, combining vision, balance, and toughness to lead the team’s rushing attack. Sailor head Coach Amp Campbell "Colton is one of those guys who refuses

Venice Cross Country and senior Atarah Robinson are preparing for their district match this weekend at Northport High. According to regional rankings, Robinson has become one of the most impressive female distance runners in Sarasota/Manatee counties, this season. Since we know that championships are won during the offseason, Atarah said that her summer workouts are the reason she is seeing results this year. "I was running 30-34 miles a week during the summer while my family

Senior edge Ashari Charles is one of the most feared defensive players, not only in Florida but all over the United States. Charles finished his junior season with 107 tackles (15.5 TFL), 20 QBH, 13.5 sacks, 6 PBUs and 2 FF, while helping Venice capture its 4th Florida 7A title. Earlier this year, Charles committed to the Univerity of Miami and after all of the accolades he has amassed for the Indians, nothing means more to him than doing something that no other player at Ven

For Amelia Nicole Anselmi- a remarkable Venice High School member of the Class of 2027- volleyball is a passion, a discipline, and a way of life. As a setter, Anselmi thrives on the fast-paced challenge of running the offense and outsmarting opponents. Her journey began in third grade, with what started as a simple introduction from her mom, quickly turning into a lifelong love. "I stayed because I fell in love with volleyball, I became good at it, and I loved the competition