Women’s lacrosse program enjoys early success, nears postseason berth
In only the second season of the program’s existence, the women’s lacrosse team holds a 10-2 record as they vie for a berth in the NCAA Tournament.
The team has built on the surprising success...
Men and women lacrosse teams take national rankings to playoffs
Lacrosse is at an all time high for Florida Southern, with the men and women’s teams combining to put up a 22-5 record, including multiple wins over ranked teams.
The women’s team checks in at...
MLB lockout threatens Detroit Tigers spring training in Lakeland
Emma Poole
Staff Writer
Since the 1920s, Lakeland has been closely tied to baseball, but the current MLB lockout is threatening the presence of the Detroit Tigers in the city that they have called their spring...
Toronto Raptors to make season debut in Tampa
Salvatore Ambrosino
The National Basketball Association’s (NBA) Toronto Raptors are expected to tip off their season in Tampa’s Amalie Arena, according to a statement released by Raptors team president Masai Ujiri on Nov. 20.
The Raptors...
Softball team’s returning juniors step up to the plate
As the women’s softball team heads into its 2013 season, it is the first time in Florida Southern College’s history that there are not any returning seniors on the roster.
Outfielder Khaliah Brown, shortstop Christie...
Men’s basketball finish runner-up at SSC tournament
Nicholas Merritt
Florida Southern College’s men’s basketball program competed in the Sunshine State Conference (SSC) Championship game for the third time in the past three years.
Unlike the last two seasons, the Mocs did not succeed...
Skiers leap to title
Trent Giddings, Staff Writer
The trip from Lakeland to West Palm Beach is 3 hour long, 171 mile journey. It seemed much further than that for sophomore Ellie Rae Horton who, only months before, was...
Mocs begin season at Alabama tournament
The women’s basketball team will be kicking off their season in Huntsville, Ala. on Nov. 10.
Mocs slay Lions in 14th straight win
Reems Landreth
Camille Giardina (20 pts) and Anja Fuchs-Robetin (21 pts) combined for 41 points in a 68-34 win over Saint Leo University.
The Mocs now have 11 straight wins against the Lions of Saint...
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How students can get more involved in the Lakeland community
Angela RevelsStaff Writer
One of Lakeland’s greatest assets is its strong sense of community. Whether someone is interested in volunteering for local organizations, joining community...
Where jobs are a pleasure: FSC alumni working for Publix
It’s hard to escape the Publix identity in Polk County, especially at Florida Southern. Our field house, green and sophomore men’s dorms are named after Publix founder George W. Jenkins. The Greek suites, formally known as the Publix Charities Commons, are funded by its namesake. Students will work at their stores after classes, and their headquarters reside in the big glass building by the local airport.
Mocs earn runner-up in the AVCA Small College Championships bronze bracket
To close the beach volleyball season, the Mocs competed in the AVCA Small College Championships at Hickory Point Beach in Tavares, Florida April 12-14. The team matched-up against six schools throughout the tournament as the No. 10 seed in Pool B. They started third out of four in their pool.
Swan City takes on the Swan Derby for it’s 17th anniversary
On April 26, Lakeland Volunteers in Medicine (LVIM) will be hosting their 17th annual Swan Derby on Lake Mirror in downtown Lakeland. This event is free admission and runs from 5:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., consisting of three swan boat races, a fireworks show and much more.
Freshman wins full-ride scholarship from Moccasin Battalion
The Army Reserve Officers Training Corps (ROTC) at Florida Southern College is one of the top-rated ROTC programs in the Southeastern United States. The Moccasin Battalion has consistently ranked in the top 10% of ROTC programs by summer training evaluations. Alumni of the Moccasin Battalion include multiple general officers, several members of the FSC Board of Trustees and leaders around the globe.