Lady Raiders Drop Final to Chipola College in Shellacking
The Lady Raiders’ toughest game of the season came at the worst possible time—can they still secure a spot in the NJCAA national tournament?
Search to Replace Thompson at Niceville Begins
After six seasons and a trip to the state championship, Niceville’s head coach is stepping down—who will take over the powerhouse program?
Sun Belt Basketball Tournament Returns to Pensacola
The Sun Belt Conference Men’s and Women’s Basketball Championships return to Pensacola from March 4-10, featuring 14 teams competing for a spot in the NCAA tournament and associated family-friendly events.
Niceville Girls Wrestling Pins First EVER District Title
The Niceville Lady Eagles just made history—winning their first district title and proving that girls’ wrestling is here to stay! See how they dominated the competition and what’s next for the team.
Emerald Coast PCA Rodeo Returns to Niceville in November
The 3rd Annual Emerald Coast PCA Rodeo returns to Niceville on November 7-8, 2025, featuring family-friendly rodeo events, Mutton Bustin’, and live entertainment at Northwest Florida State College, with proceeds benefiting Raider Athletics.
Fayard Hits 1,000 Point Mark, Sets Sights on Playoffs
Niceville High School junior Carson Fayard has scored 1,000 career points, earning a Division I scholarship offer while focusing on leading her team to success in the district playoffs.
All Sports Association to Host 56th Annual Award Banquet
The 56th Annual All Sports Association Awards Banquet, featuring keynote speaker Urban Meyer, will honor athletes and support local charities on February 21, 2025, at Northwest Florida State College.
Meet Emery Hagan, The 2025 Taylor Haugen Trophy Winner!
Senior Emery Hagan of Paxton School has been named the 2024 recipient of the Taylor Haugen Trophy, an award honoring student-athletes who embody leadership, compassion, and perseverance. As the first-ever winner from her school, Hagan, a golfer and cheerleader, attributes her accomplishments to values instilled by her late mother and hopes her story inspires others in small schools to pursue similar opportunities.
Here’s How Local High School Alums Did With Their College Football Teams This Year:
From high school standouts to college game-changers, discover the local athletes making waves on the gridiron in 2024!
VIDEO: Youngest Runner Ever Finishes Round the Bay Ultramarathon
Fourteen-year-old Gloria Garza became the youngest finisher of the Round the Bay Ultramarathon, completing the 36.8-mile race around Choctawhatchee Bay in under eight hours, despite rainy conditions.
