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Thursday, December 18, 2025

Celebrating 100 years in Lakeland

Women’s lacrosse racking up wins, men upset ranked foes after break

While the men have been dealt a poor hand, facing five ranked opponents out of their nine games played, the women have been on fire at a burning hot 10-0 set to face the No. 1 ranked team in Division II.

The evolution of safety equipment in American sports

As our understanding of sports-related injuries has grown, so too has the technology that protects athletes.

March Madness: Breaking down the unpredictability of the tournament

With both brackets featuring strong contenders, upsets, and potential Cinderella stories, experts have weighed in on what to expect over the next three weeks.

Men break several records, women grab No. 33 spot at NCAA Championships

Men’s and women’s swimming finished their five-day competition at the 2025 NCAA Division II Swimming National Championships at Indianapolis’ Indiana University Natatorium.

Men’s swim places second, women in fourth at SSCs

The Mocs completed the 2025 Sunshine State Conference (SSC) Championships at the F.A.S.T Center in Ocala this past weekend. The No. 16 men’s team finished in second with 596 points, while the No. 24 women’s team placed fourth with 383.5 points. No. 1 University of Tampa managed to grab first for both teams.

Byron wins back-to-back Daytona 500s; Preece involved in big collision

William Byron made history by winning his second consecutive Daytona 500, joining an elite group of drivers who have won back-to-back titles, last achieved by Denny Hamlin in 2019 and 2020.

Women’s lacrosse ranks No. 4 after opening game

The women’s lacrosse team opened their 2025 season with a win against the Flagler College Saints by a score of 10-8 at Berend Field on Feb. 7.

Philadelphia stops a Kansas City three-peat in dominant revenge game

The Philadelphia Eagles emerged victorious with a final score of 40-22, securing their second Super Bowl championship in franchise history by taking down the two-time reigning champion Kansas City Chiefs.

Opinion: Say Drake, what’s your favorite halftime show?

I am not the biggest football fan. Never have been. But, I love the Super Bowl. It’s the perfect time to gather with friends, have an excuse to eat too many chips and salsa, and, of course, see if you’ll witness yet another legendary halftime performance. Living through many, I have clear performance favorites. 

Athletics’ Hurricane Milton relief efforts earn NCAA award recognition

FSC Athletics started out the year strong with a special recognition from the NCAA. Florida Southern College was named a finalist for the prestigious NCAA Division II Award of Excellence, an award that honors schools for their outstanding community service initiatives led by student athletes

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Rewriting records and exceeding high expectations

Good things come in three’s and women’s basketball is tripling down on their identity of tough, quick and team-oriented basketball. 

Women’s soccer coach Lucey announces retirement

Following the FSC women’s soccer team’s elimination in the second round of the SSC playoffs, head coach Gerry Lucey announced his retirement. He plans to move to Long Island with his family at the end of the year. 

More than a game: how intramurals shape student life 

Intramural sports at Florida Southern College have become more than just a recreational option; They’re a cornerstone of campus life. With nearly 70% of students engaging in activities at the wellness center and about 30% participating directly in intramural (IM) sports, these programs serve as one of FSC’s most impactful student experiences. 

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