Friday Football Blitz: Mainland wins district championship
Mainland defeated Seabreeze, 41-6, to win their 15th district championship as they head into the playoffs. FOX 35 sports reporter, Jonah Karp, has the highlights and the recap.
Historic Rivalry: Mainland vs Seabreeze play in Daytona
"One of the biggest rivalries in the state of Florida," Mainland and Seabreeze high schools faceoff on Halloween night in a match up they've been having for generations -- over 80 years. Mainland has defeated Seabreeze the last 14 times. The Mainland Buccaneers are determined to focus on the game and aiming for 15 wins in a row.
Travis Hunter OUT in Jax | Dolphins drop GM Chris Grier
Timothy Walters, Sports Editor with the Florida Times-Union and FLORIDA TODAY joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer live via Zoom to break down the latest with the Jacksonville Jaguars placing wide receiver and cornerback Travis Hunter on injured reserve, keeping him out for at least four weeks and how they may move at the trade deadline next week. The Miami Dolphins' trade deadline just got a LOT more interesting, with the Fins parting ways with general manager Chris Grier, who's led the front office since 2016. The Dolphins' disappointing season cost the GM his job, but initial reports say head coach Mike McDaniel will stick around until at least the end of the season.
Too early to call Ohtani the GOAT? | New coach, same UF
Hot takes and top sports headlines from experts in Orlando, Tampa and Atlanta. Is it too early to call Shohei Ohtani the GOAT? Can Florida Gators interim head coach Billy Gonzales save the Gators from another losing season? What is up with the Falcons offense?
Unbeatens face off in Orlando's 'Battle for the Barrel'
Chris Hays of the Orlando Sentinel joined FOX 35 News+ to preview Thursday night's Battle for the Barrel rivalry matchup between 9-0 Edgewater and 9-0 Boone, two of the top-ranked teams in the state.
USF blows CFP chances, signs of life for Tua & the Fins
On this week's Monday Morning Quarterbacking, Florida Times-Union & FLORIDA TODAY Sports Editor Timothy Walters joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer live via Zoom to break down the Florida Football weekend that was, from Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa showing some life in a big win against the Atlanta Falcons and a look at the most dominant football performances from the Florida high school and collegiate ranks, plus the head-scratching loss by the USF Bulls which likely keeps them out of the College Football Playoff.
District title on the line as Oviedo hosts Evans
The stage is set for one of Central Florida’s biggest high school football matchups of the season as Oviedo hosts Evans on Friday night with the district title — and a playoff berth — up for grabs.
Local sports radio newscaster to return after injury
Brevard County's Caleb Brown, a sports radio broadcaster, hopes to return to his passion after he suffered an injury from falling 20 feet at a youth football game. Brown spoke with FOX 35's Esther Bower about his recovery.
This ONE stat could decide the World Series
Bat speed could be the difference-making metric in the World Series between the Los Angeles Dodgers and Toronto Blue Jays which kicks off tonight on FOX. Travis Fitta, Lead Hitting Trainer with Driveline Tampa joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer live via Zoom to break down how hitters train to improve their bat speed, what impacts it could have on the swing and why this one metric could be the difference in who holds up the Commissioner's Trophy at the end of the World Series.
Orlando Valkyries Head Coach Amy Pauly 1-on-1
The Valkryies look to repeat as champions. Their new season begins this winter. FOX35's Jonah Karp sits down with head coach Amy Pauly to discuss the upcoming season.
Heat’s Terry Rozier, Trail Blazers’ Chauncey Billups among dozens arrested in gambling probe linked to Mafia
Portland Trailblazers head coach Chauncey Billups and Miami Heat guard Terry Rozier were among over 30 people arrested in an illegal sports gambling operation.
Orlando Magic, Miami Heat game: The highlights
FOX 35's Jonah Karp take a look at the Orlando Magic's home opener against the Miami Heat. The Magic defeated the heat, 125-121.
UCF Football beats West Virginia: Highlights
UCF Football snaps a 3-game losing streak. The Knights head into the bye week with a 4-3 record. FOX35's Jonah Karp has the highlights.
Edgewater stays undefeated with win Over Dr. Phillips
In a clash of two high school football powerhouses, Edgewater High School overwhelmed Dr. Phillips on Friday night, cruising to a 35-6 victory and extending its undefeated streak to 9-0 this season.
Orlando Magic 2025 Preview: Building The Kingdom
With a promising young core and key additions in the offseason, the spotlight on the Orlando Magic is as big as its been in years. FOX 35's Jonah Karp sits down with Paolo Banchero, Desmond Bane, Jalen Suggs, Jase Richardson, Jonathan Isaac, Franz Wagner, Jamahl Mosley, and Jeff Weltman to talk about the upcoming season.
Bijan Robinson for MVP? CFB coaching firestorm starts?
Hot takes on professional and college sports from experts in Orlando, Tampa and Atlanta. The crew takes on the wild NFL MVP race, from Baker Mayfield's place to whether Falcons running back Bijan Robinson catapulted himself into NFL MVP talks. Does Penn State firing James Franklin start the coaching fire storm? Does Billy Napier wake up the Florida Gators football coach on Monday?
Incredible Bucs catch tops Florida football weekend
Timothy Walters, sports editor with the Florida Times-Union & FLORIDA TODAY joins FOX 35 to break down the standouts of the Florida football weekend, from a high schooler balling out on his 18th birthday, the USF Bulls carrying on their case for a College Football Playoff bid and a Tampa Bay Buccaneers rookie making the catch of the year to secure a big win in Tampa Bay.
Playoff stakes, trophy on the line in Seminole-Lake Mary rivalry
The longstanding high school football rivalry between Seminole High and Lake Mary High renewed Friday night as fans filled the stands for the annual “Backyard Brawl.” Kickoff was scheduled for 7 p.m. at Lake Mary High School.
‘Backyard Brawl’ pits Seminole against Lake Mary High
High school football fans in Seminole County are gearing up for one of the season’s biggest matchups as Seminole High School faces Lake Mary High School in their annual rivalry game Friday night.
Friday Football Blitz: Seminole vs. Lake Mary
On this week's segment of Friday Football Blitz, FOX 35's Marley Capper visits Seminole High School as they prepare to play against Lake Mary High School.