April 22, 2024 **** Vol. 11 Issue 16
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Our Prayers, gratitude, appreciation and endless accolades to the life and eternal memories of Mr. Walt Wesley (1945-2024) Fort Myers, FLorida
FOOTBALL
GIRLS' FLAG FOOTBALL REGIONALS 2024
April 18th, 2024
FHSAA Flag Football State Regionals
The week began the regional round of Girls’ Flag Football. Now with the week closing, it's down to one team, Riverdale High, from the southwest area still in competition. Our featured game is from the 2A quarterfinal round game of #3 Fort Myes High playing #6 Sumner High (Riverview). Despite the ranking, the home team suffered a loss in the game with a final score of 40-6. Fort Myers started the game scoring 6 points in the 1st quarter, with Sumner coming on strong in the 2nd quarter scoring 20 points. The Stingray defense would shut the Greenies down with defensive interceptions and strong running to control for the rest of the game. While Fort Myers was one of the more dominating teams in the area finishing 8-2 for the year, Sumner now sits at 14-4 on the season. The disparity in games played is a factor the Southwest area tenita Springs ams, will have to improve upon. In the 1A division, 4 area teams did make the playoffs, Dunbar, Estero, Bonita Springs, and Riverdale. Playoffs in this division began on April 17, 2024. Dunbar and Estero suffered shutout losses on the road, while Riverdale had a shutout win against Bonita Springs 54-0. The Raiders at #3, will play #2 St. Petersburgh High on April 23, 2024. SWFSNP/Darryl A. Wells
FHSAA Flag Football State Regionals
The week began the regional round of Girls’ Flag Football. Now with the week closing, it's down to one team, Riverdale High, from the southwest area still in competition. Our featured game is from the 2A quarterfinal round game of #3 Fort Myes High playing #6 Sumner High (Riverview). Despite the ranking, the home team suffered a loss in the game with a final score of 40-6. Fort Myers started the game scoring 6 points in the 1st quarter, with Sumner coming on strong in the 2nd quarter scoring 20 points. The Stingray defense would shut the Greenies down with defensive interceptions and strong running to control for the rest of the game. While Fort Myers was one of the more dominating teams in the area finishing 8-2 for the year, Sumner now sits at 14-4 on the season. The disparity in games played is a factor the Southwest area tenita Springs ams, will have to improve upon. In the 1A division, 4 area teams did make the playoffs, Dunbar, Estero, Bonita Springs, and Riverdale. Playoffs in this division began on April 17, 2024. Dunbar and Estero suffered shutout losses on the road, while Riverdale had a shutout win against Bonita Springs 54-0. The Raiders at #3, will play #2 St. Petersburgh High on April 23, 2024. SWFSNP/Darryl A. Wells
April 11th, 2024
Southwest Florida Crowns First District Flag Champions
Despite a cloudy start, it was a great day in Girls’ athletics in southwest Florida. Many were on hand to watch a truly historic event, with the crowning of the first Girls’ Varsity Flag Football, District tournament winners. The 3 divisions in our area are 1A D19, 1A D20, and 2A D16. Our feature plays of the day are from the 1A D20 final between #1 Bonita Springs High and #2 Estero High, and the 2A D16 final with #1 Fort Myers High against #3 South Fort Myers High. In ur first game 1A D20, Bonita Sprigs had the home-field advantage and crowd pulling for them. It was a long game, going into the first overtime session of the new league here to decide the winner, which would be The Estero High Wildcats 6-0. In the back and forth between the teams each seemed to get within yards of the end zone before an untimely defensive interception or penalty. As the t, teams went into the fourth quarter scoreless, both teams would have opportunities down to the last 10 seconds of the clock to score. In the overtime session, the ball is placed on the 5-yard line with each team having a chance to score in four downs of the ball. The Bullsharks had the ball first and couldn’t complete in pass and run attempts. On Estero’s third attempt, a pass was completed into the end zone for the win and the District title. In the 2A D16 final the Greenwave and Wolfpack matchup was much more definitive and started with the Greenwave taking it to them, by the end of the game their ability to execute and take advantage of a good defense, kept the energetic South Fort Myers team on its heels. While getting a few turnovers with Interceptions, the Wolfpack offense was kept out of the end zone by a strong Fort Myers. The Greenwave took the win with a final score of 28-7. In the 1A D19 Final Riverdale which has been a strong team throughout the season, won its first District title with a final score over North Fort Myers of 26-6. Regional tournament play begins on April 17, 024. SWFSNP/Darryl A. Wells
Southwest Florida Crowns First District Flag Champions
Despite a cloudy start, it was a great day in Girls’ athletics in southwest Florida. Many were on hand to watch a truly historic event, with the crowning of the first Girls’ Varsity Flag Football, District tournament winners. The 3 divisions in our area are 1A D19, 1A D20, and 2A D16. Our feature plays of the day are from the 1A D20 final between #1 Bonita Springs High and #2 Estero High, and the 2A D16 final with #1 Fort Myers High against #3 South Fort Myers High. In ur first game 1A D20, Bonita Sprigs had the home-field advantage and crowd pulling for them. It was a long game, going into the first overtime session of the new league here to decide the winner, which would be The Estero High Wildcats 6-0. In the back and forth between the teams each seemed to get within yards of the end zone before an untimely defensive interception or penalty. As the t, teams went into the fourth quarter scoreless, both teams would have opportunities down to the last 10 seconds of the clock to score. In the overtime session, the ball is placed on the 5-yard line with each team having a chance to score in four downs of the ball. The Bullsharks had the ball first and couldn’t complete in pass and run attempts. On Estero’s third attempt, a pass was completed into the end zone for the win and the District title. In the 2A D16 final the Greenwave and Wolfpack matchup was much more definitive and started with the Greenwave taking it to them, by the end of the game their ability to execute and take advantage of a good defense, kept the energetic South Fort Myers team on its heels. While getting a few turnovers with Interceptions, the Wolfpack offense was kept out of the end zone by a strong Fort Myers. The Greenwave took the win with a final score of 28-7. In the 1A D19 Final Riverdale which has been a strong team throughout the season, won its first District title with a final score over North Fort Myers of 26-6. Regional tournament play begins on April 17, 024. SWFSNP/Darryl A. Wells
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April 9th, 2024
FHSAA District Football heating up
Day two of the FHSAA Districts’ saw the best being the best. Our featured games in lude play from Fort Myers High, against East Lee County 2A D16, and Dunbar High against North Fort Myers High 1A D19. In game one Fort Myers dominated and by the end of the game was the winner with a score of 28-0 in a shutout against East Lee County. The running game of the Jaguars was met by a timely and tough defense of the Greenwave. Fort Myers was also successful with backfield lateral passing for long throws and completions. They will host the district final on April 11, 2024, against South Fort Myers. In game two it was another shutout win but not for the favored home team of Dunbar High. North Fort Myers took the win 15-0. The Red Knights came to the game with what seemed a more spirited attitude. Their execution was more timely and as with many teams, the defense was getting flags. They will play at Riverdale High for the championship 1A D19. In the remaining 1A D20 tournament Bonita Springs High will host against Estero High.
SWFSNP/Darryl A. Wells
FHSAA District Football heating up
Day two of the FHSAA Districts’ saw the best being the best. Our featured games in lude play from Fort Myers High, against East Lee County 2A D16, and Dunbar High against North Fort Myers High 1A D19. In game one Fort Myers dominated and by the end of the game was the winner with a score of 28-0 in a shutout against East Lee County. The running game of the Jaguars was met by a timely and tough defense of the Greenwave. Fort Myers was also successful with backfield lateral passing for long throws and completions. They will host the district final on April 11, 2024, against South Fort Myers. In game two it was another shutout win but not for the favored home team of Dunbar High. North Fort Myers took the win 15-0. The Red Knights came to the game with what seemed a more spirited attitude. Their execution was more timely and as with many teams, the defense was getting flags. They will play at Riverdale High for the championship 1A D19. In the remaining 1A D20 tournament Bonita Springs High will host against Estero High.
SWFSNP/Darryl A. Wells
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State Championships will be held in Tampa, FL. in this first year of Varsity Girls' Flag Football
LACROSSE
BOYS' / GIRLS LACROSSE DISTRICTS 2024
April 10th, 2024
FHSAA Lacrosse District Tournaments kickoff
The 2024 Boys and Girls Lacrosse postseason has begun with District tournaments. We feature action from the girls’ and boys’ 1A D12 with Naples High playing Aubrey Rogers, and Bishop Verot playing Aubrey Rogers. It’s the first competitive season for Aubrey Rogers High which is the newest Collier County School after opening this school year. In the boys’ game held at Bishop Verot stadium, the Vikings posted a big win with a final score of 22-3. Experience was a dominant factor in this game, #24 (Sr) Trey Toscano led the way with 8 goals, followed by #20 (Jr) Jake Rodriguez with 4 goals. The Vikings posted 63 ground balls, 11 takeaways, they won 23 of 29 face-offs and had only 11 turnovers in the game. The game was a quarterfinal matchup with Bishop Verot ranked #2. The semi-final round will be against Canterbury or Naples. In game two the girls had Naples High playing Aubrey Rogers in their first round of postseason play, with experience again delivering a hard lesson to the newcomers, with the Eagles taking the win 19-0. Naples seemed to never give a chance to their opponent from the opening faceoff which they won and continued winning through the game. The Patriots' defense was going against one of the best in the district for many years and could do little to slow them down. By the half, Naples was ahead 12-0 and dominated in every offensive and defensive statistic for the win. The Eagles now move into the semifinal round against Gulf Coast High who also won on the day against Lely. They will play on April 16, 2024. Additional FHSAA District schedules are posted below. SWFSNP/Darryl A. Wells
FHSAA Lacrosse District Tournaments kickoff
The 2024 Boys and Girls Lacrosse postseason has begun with District tournaments. We feature action from the girls’ and boys’ 1A D12 with Naples High playing Aubrey Rogers, and Bishop Verot playing Aubrey Rogers. It’s the first competitive season for Aubrey Rogers High which is the newest Collier County School after opening this school year. In the boys’ game held at Bishop Verot stadium, the Vikings posted a big win with a final score of 22-3. Experience was a dominant factor in this game, #24 (Sr) Trey Toscano led the way with 8 goals, followed by #20 (Jr) Jake Rodriguez with 4 goals. The Vikings posted 63 ground balls, 11 takeaways, they won 23 of 29 face-offs and had only 11 turnovers in the game. The game was a quarterfinal matchup with Bishop Verot ranked #2. The semi-final round will be against Canterbury or Naples. In game two the girls had Naples High playing Aubrey Rogers in their first round of postseason play, with experience again delivering a hard lesson to the newcomers, with the Eagles taking the win 19-0. Naples seemed to never give a chance to their opponent from the opening faceoff which they won and continued winning through the game. The Patriots' defense was going against one of the best in the district for many years and could do little to slow them down. By the half, Naples was ahead 12-0 and dominated in every offensive and defensive statistic for the win. The Eagles now move into the semifinal round against Gulf Coast High who also won on the day against Lely. They will play on April 16, 2024. Additional FHSAA District schedules are posted below. SWFSNP/Darryl A. Wells
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BOYS
GIRLS
RUGBY
April 13th, 2024
HammerHeads Rugby Club out of the semifinals
The Naples Hammerheads Rugby Club have had some close last-minute wins this season. However, it would end in today’s semi-final round of the Florida Rugby Association D2 State Tournament against the St. Petersburgh Pelicans, it came to an end. The Hammerheads lost in a close comeback game with a final score of 38-36 Pelicans. The Pelicans started strong and by the half had a 24-5 lead in the game. The Hammerheads came out in the second half quickly gaining momentum and looked like they would pull it off again, but the Pelicans scored for the lead with a kick in the final minutes and held for the win. Disappointment is an understatement for what had been a great season. The Hammerheads finished the season ranked #2 in their division. Rugby 7’s series play is on the horizon though, and more chances for wins. SWFSNP/Darryl A. Wells
HammerHeads Rugby Club out of the semifinals
The Naples Hammerheads Rugby Club have had some close last-minute wins this season. However, it would end in today’s semi-final round of the Florida Rugby Association D2 State Tournament against the St. Petersburgh Pelicans, it came to an end. The Hammerheads lost in a close comeback game with a final score of 38-36 Pelicans. The Pelicans started strong and by the half had a 24-5 lead in the game. The Hammerheads came out in the second half quickly gaining momentum and looked like they would pull it off again, but the Pelicans scored for the lead with a kick in the final minutes and held for the win. Disappointment is an understatement for what had been a great season. The Hammerheads finished the season ranked #2 in their division. Rugby 7’s series play is on the horizon though, and more chances for wins. SWFSNP/Darryl A. Wells
TRACK and FIELD
April 17th, 2024
Lee County Athletic Conference 2024
On a bright and warm sunny day, Cypress Lake High School hosted the 2024 LCAC Meet for are high school boys and girls. The event is an annual landmark closing out the regular track and field season. District meets are scheduled to begin on April 24, 2024, through May 2, 2024. The event was attended by all Lee County Public Schools. All events in track and field were conducted with final results available at, (https://fl.milesplit.com/meets/611067-lcac-track-and-field-2024/results). Timings were done by Servant Spirit Timing Services. Fort Myers, Dunbar and Lehigh had strong performances in many boys' and girls’ events. SWFSNP/Darryl A. Wells
Lee County Athletic Conference 2024
On a bright and warm sunny day, Cypress Lake High School hosted the 2024 LCAC Meet for are high school boys and girls. The event is an annual landmark closing out the regular track and field season. District meets are scheduled to begin on April 24, 2024, through May 2, 2024. The event was attended by all Lee County Public Schools. All events in track and field were conducted with final results available at, (https://fl.milesplit.com/meets/611067-lcac-track-and-field-2024/results). Timings were done by Servant Spirit Timing Services. Fort Myers, Dunbar and Lehigh had strong performances in many boys' and girls’ events. SWFSNP/Darryl A. Wells
April 6th, 2024
4th Annual Panther Invite Track and Field Florida
In its fourth year Cypress Lake High, has built a meet that continues to attract the best talent from Southwest Florida in track and field. The event had 15 teams of the Lee and Collier counties in attendance. There were 12 running events and 7 field events. Event results can be found at, (https://www.tfrrs.org/results/84454/m/Cypress_Lake_-_4th_Annual_Panther_Invite_2024). The number one team for this year's event in boys and girls finals was Gulf High (Naples), followed by Ida S. Baker (Cape Coral). Dunbar High took the third place position in boys competition, and Estero in girls. The event has generally been held during the first week of April. SWFSNP/Darryl A. Wells
4th Annual Panther Invite Track and Field Florida
In its fourth year Cypress Lake High, has built a meet that continues to attract the best talent from Southwest Florida in track and field. The event had 15 teams of the Lee and Collier counties in attendance. There were 12 running events and 7 field events. Event results can be found at, (https://www.tfrrs.org/results/84454/m/Cypress_Lake_-_4th_Annual_Panther_Invite_2024). The number one team for this year's event in boys and girls finals was Gulf High (Naples), followed by Ida S. Baker (Cape Coral). Dunbar High took the third place position in boys competition, and Estero in girls. The event has generally been held during the first week of April. SWFSNP/Darryl A. Wells
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