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  • Marshall Tempest is a staff writer for The Apopka Chief. He is a native of Apopka who graduated from Apopka High School in 2018. With a passion for writing and sports, he attended the University of Florida, where he earned a degree in Sports Journalism. After gaining experience at UF’s on-campus radio stations and online publications, WRUF and WUFT, and graduating, he returned home to work for his hometown paper. Marshall graduated from the University of Florida with a Bachelor’s in Sports Journalism and a certification in Sports Management in 2023.

The Apopka football team defeated hometown rivals the Wekiva Mustangs in the 2024 Mayors Cup.
2025 football schedule unveiled for Apopka communityMarshall Tempest
Marshall Tempest
July 2, 2025
Some may find it difficult to focus on the 2025 season with all that has been going on with the Apopka football program, but ready or…
What to expect from Apopka area July 4th events this yearMarshall Tempest
Marshall Tempest
June 30, 2025
From fireworks to barbecues and water days, locals are gearing up for July 4 events around Central Florida in celebration of Independence Day. Here is a…
Jalen Carter works with receivers at his camp on making separation at the line last year.
Super Bowl champion Jalen Carter hosts fourth annual free football camp in ApopkaMarshall Tempest
Marshall Tempest
June 30, 2025
Former Apopka Blue Darter and now Super Bowl champion Jalen Carter will be returning to Apopka for his annual free skills camp.    The one-day free skills…
Apopka basketball summer camp returns in late July for kids ages 7 to 13Marshall Tempest
Marshall Tempest
June 26, 2025
The Apopka basketball team’s annual summer camp for Apopka area kids will return at the end of July. Head coach of the Apopka basketball team, Scott…
Tyson Davison uses his speed and agility to maneuver past multiple West Orange defenders.
Apopka quarterback Tyson Davison transfers to OcoeeMarshall Tempest
Marshall Tempest
June 25, 2025
After weeks of rumors and speculation, The Apopka Chief confirmed this week that Tyson Davison, Apopka football's starting quarterback for the last three seasons, will be…
Jhenelle Francis finds open space on the court and puts a jump shot from the low post.
Jhenelle Francis redefines meaning of student-athlete Marshall Tempest
Marshall Tempest
June 25, 2025
Jhenelle Francis is a recent graduate of Apopka High School who was a keystone in the success of both the girls' basketball and flag football teams.…
On top is the Apopka home dugout that is surrounded by a chain-link fence. On the Bottom is the away dugout. Apopka baseball players, parents, and fans raised problems with design inconsistencies between the two dugouts.
Inside the challenges facing Apopka baseball: coaching search and unfinished fieldsMarshall Tempest
Marshall Tempest
June 24, 2025
Apopka High School Athletic Director Aaron Crawford says the search for a new baseball coach is progressing, although more slowly than the rapid search to fill…
Apopka football's previous head coach, Jeff Rolson, talks with linebackers during a drill at spring practice.
Apopka zeroes in on new football coachMarshall Tempest
Marshall Tempest
June 19, 2025
Apopka High School's athletic director, Aaron Crawford, told The Apopka Chief this week that he and Principal Lyle Heinz are close to making a decision on…
Alejandro Marcelino connects on a single against Dr. Phillips on Saturday, June 14.
How Apopka’s senior team defied odds with three upset wins in Little League playMarshall Tempest
Marshall Tempest
June 18, 2025
All-Star play for Apopka and the surrounding area Little League chapters started last week. In a district full of elite talent, Apopka did its best to…
Former president of Apopka Pop Warner, Tony Shuler (c), encourages his players during a shuttle drill.
How Apopka Pop Warner’s 2024 national success sets stage for 2025Marshall Tempest
Marshall Tempest
June 18, 2025
The Apopka Pop Warner organization is coming off a monumental 2024 year in which the football and cheer teams went to the national stage. The organization…