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Steven Ryzewski
October 27, 2016

Sports Spotlight - Windermere Observer: Simon Sobellia

Since coming to Central Florida from Venezuela eight months ago, pitcher Simon Sobellia has been turning heads at Dr. Phillips Little League.

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Steven Ryzewski
October 27, 2016

Golf academy lays a Foundation for success

Operating out of Orange County National, Foundation Golf Academy has had success with some talented juniors on its roster and is looking to add junior and adult newcomers.

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Steven Ryzewski
October 10, 2016

Sports Spotlight - Windermere Observer: Thomas Furry

The sophomore quarterback for the Dr. Phillips J.V. football team tossed five touchdowns Sept. 29.

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Steven Ryzewski
October 5, 2016

Dr. Phillips Little League announces plans to move south

Construction of new baseball fields and league facilities at Dr. Phillips Community Park, on land donated by Dr. Phillips Charities, is scheduled to begin in the coming weeks.

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Steven Ryzewski
September 29, 2016

Sports Spotlight - Windermere Observer: Austin Stoetzer

Austin Stoetzer, 13, has emerged as a strong leader for the Dr. Phillips Predators 14U travel baseball team. 

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Steven Ryzewski
September 22, 2016

Sports Spotlight - Windermere Observer: Juliana Camargo

Horizon West’s Juliana Camargo, 13, placed second at the U.S. Kids Golf Teen World Championships at the Mid Pines Inn and Golf Club in North Carolina.

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Steven Ryzewski
September 15, 2016

Old School: Winter Garden Little League introduces throwback threads

As part of the league’s efforts to improve player and family experience, players will wear Cooperstown Classic “throwback” uniforms. WGLL kicked off its fall season with a celebration and outdoor movie screening Sept. 10.

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Steven Ryzewski
August 25, 2016

Winter Garden Little League recognized for growing the game

Little League International informed Winter Garden Little League that it is one of the top leagues for new-player growth in the state and the nation over the past two years.

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Jennifer Nesslar
August 24, 2016

ATHLETE OF THE WEEK: Xavier Norfleet

Recently Xavier Norfleet’s basketball team, The Heat, won the fourth- and fifth-grade championship at the Dr. P. Phillips YMCA, with Xavier helping to lead the way to victory. During the past season, Xavier also played on three different teams under the coaching of his dad, Samuel Norfleet.

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Gabby Baquero
August 20, 2016

ATHLETE OF THE WEEK: Luke Rosser

Oakland resident Luke Rosser, 14, placed first in the boys 14-year-old division at the USA Triathlon Youth and Junior Nationals July 31 in Ohio. The combined time for Rosser’s 200-meter swim, 10-kilometer bike ride and 2K run was 32 minutes, 8 seconds. Rosser’s achievement is all the more impressive as the local youth competes despite living with Type 1 diabetes.

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Steven Ryzewski
August 18, 2016

West Orange Junior Warriors welcome newcomers

The Junior Warriors youth football organization has been the beneficiary of an influx of players and coaches — including three with NFL playing experience.

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Steven Ryzewski
August 11, 2016

Athlete of the Week - West Orange Times & Observer: Caitlyn Naginey

Caitlyn Naginey took her baseball skills to San Francisco, pitching in the championship game of the Baseball for All National Girls Tournament.

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Steven Ryzewski
July 30, 2016

Athlete of the Week - Windermere Observer: Jada Novoa

Jada Novoa has helped lead the way for the Windermere Little League 12U Softball All-Stars as one of the team’s top two pitchers.

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Steven Ryzewski
July 30, 2016

Athlete of the Week - West Orange Times & Observer: Jaiden Muramatsu

Jaiden Muramatsu, a swimmer for the SouthWest Stars swim team, qualified for the Canadian Age Group Championships.

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Steven Ryzewski
July 28, 2016

Local athletic trainer, coach Lo Wood known for lending a hand

Dozens of college and professional athletes — especially football players — have received a helping hand over the years from Lo Wood, a local coach and athletic trainer who has built up his "Burn, baby, burn" brand throughout Central Florida.

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