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Napier, Polusmak, and Cain rejoice after late point
Apopka volleyball’s all-around performance powers Jones sweepVinnie Cammarano
September 26, 2025
The Apopka Blue Darters carried energy from start to finish Thursday night, rolling past the Jones Fightin’ Tigers (2-10) on the road in straight sets (25-12,…
Apopka High School Athletic Director Jordan Walker
Apopka welcomes Jordan Walker as new athletic directorVinnie Cammarano
September 24, 2025
Apopka High School welcomed Jordan Walker as the school’s new athletic director on Sept. 10.  Walker's arrival comes after the departure of Aaron Crawford, who moved…
Marcus Young strip sacks the Quarterback.
Apopka defense only allows 2 scores but loses to Edgewater 35-0Vinnie Cammarano
September 21, 2025
The debut of Apopka High’s new student section, The Nest, brought plenty of noise and energy Friday night, but it wasn’t enough to lift the Blue…
Napier and Hilliman attempt to block McFadden's tip.
Apopka Volleyball beats rival Wekiva in Metro West first round matchupVinnie Cammarano
September 21, 2025
The Metro West volleyball tournament opened with a special twist Thursday afternoon as cross-town rivals Apopka and Wekiva squared off in the first round at Edgewater…
The Mustangs regroup during a timeout.
Wekiva Volleyball splits back-to-back games ahead of Metro Tournament  Vinnie Cammarano
September 18, 2025
Dr. Phillips 3, Wekiva 0  Wekiva’s roller-coaster week continued Wednesday night, as the Mustangs were swept on the road by the Dr. Phillips Panthers, (25–17, 25–16,…
Taylor Cain sets Daylen Hilliman at the net.
Lady Blue Darters fall to West Orange, look ahead to Metro West Tournament Vinnie Cammarano
September 17, 2025
The West Orange Warriors (4-5) swept Apopka Tuesday night, defeating the Blue Darters (2-7) in straight sets (25-14, 25-20, 25-12).   Despite moments of energy from…
Blue Darters huddle during a timeout.
Blue Darter defense shuts down West Port for first win of the seasonVinnie Cammarano
September 13, 2025
The Apopka Blue Darters got back on track Friday night, using a suffocating defensive effort to secure their first victory of the season in a 22–9…
Marie Hughes and Madison Sherrer rise up for a blocked shot.
Apopka volleyball falls in straight sets in battle with BooneVinnie Cammarano
September 10, 2025
The Blue Darters showed fight in the third set but couldn’t force extra volleyball, as Boone swept Apopka 25–17, 25–22, 25–22 on Tuesday.  The match opened…
Cheryl Cee Hagins after the competition.
Apopka residents win gold at national senior gamesVinnie Cammarano
September 9, 2025
Apopka natives Cheryl “Cee” Hagins and her husband Will, returned from the 2025 National Senior Games in Des Moines, Iowa, with medals and top finishes in…
Jakyvion Kemp breaks through tackles.
Apopka plays tough first half, drops third straight to Dr. Phillips Vinnie Cammarano
September 6, 2025
For one half of play, the Apopka Blue Darters looked like they might hang with the Dr. Phillips Panthers. But by the end of the night,…