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Celebrating 100 years in Lakeland

Running the Rough Road

  Kyle Butler is passionate about running. In 2012 he found himself in the war-ravaged country of Afghanistan, under threat of roadside bombs and the possibility of death all around him. And yet, when not...

Men’s Basketball Welcomes Former Player to This Season’s Coaching Staff

This upcoming season the Men’s Basketball team will have some changes to the sidelines including a former face. Assistant Ben Swank will take over as Head Coach Linc Darner’s number one assistant after former assistant...

Men’s Tennis Team Adds 11 New Players

This year’s new men’s tennis team has a new look, and it isn’t what the tennis aficionado would expect. With 11 brand new players, majorities of which are American, Head Coach Trey Heath said that...

Soccer team welcomes new assistant coach

Yannik Smith joins the Mocs family as an assistant coach for the men’s soccer team. “I have a lot of knowledge from my successful playing career at Old Dominion University. I also played professionally, so...

Spring graduate wins NCAA award

Graduated Robbie Swan is winner of Division II Commissioner's Scholar-Athlete Award. “I was very surprised when I found out about the nomination, and felt extremely honored that I was still up for awards when I...

Benoit Paradis: SSC player of the week

Tony D’Angelo Contributing Writer    Benoit Paradis, in his senior year, earned Sunshine State Conference Men’s Tennis Player of the Week for his success during the week of Mar. 24. This marks the second time Paradis has achieved...

FSC scores goal with another soccer recruit

Frank Ewere Staff Writer   Men’s Head Coach Ryan Sniegoski recently announced the acquisition of midfielder Kieran Whitehead to Florida Southern. Whitehead is a midfielder from Birmingham, England and he is set to join FSC as a freshman...

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...

Soccer players will give a hand to those most in need at Brazil’s World...

Soccer players Luke Jenner and Ricky Marton will go to Brazil during the world cup to do charity work with Lionsraw organization. They will stay for nine days helping children in need. “This is something that...

Chapman named pitcher of week 2nd time in row

Clay Chapman won pitcher of the week for the second time this season. He said that he would not have earned it without the support of his family, friends and teammates. “It is a great achievement....

Recent Articles

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. 

Is NYC mayor-elect Mamdani the best choice for the city?: No, Mamdani isn’t good...

David BradyStaff Writer From a cursory scroll of NYC Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani’s campaign website, you’re struck with a focus on, what is typically called, bread...

Is NYC mayor-elect Mamdani the best choice for the city?: Mamdani is a refreshing...

The New York City mayoral race is officially over, with the voters deciding that the young, enthusiastic Zohran Mamdani can lead their city to a brighter future.