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Former Apopka coach cites 20-player exodus for resignation in 2025Marshall Tempest
June 3, 2025
Former Apopka head football coach Jeff Rolson says he resigned on May 30 because the transfer portal has made it impossible to maintain the high standards…
The Apopka Fire and Police Departments stand together after the third Dreams of Joy charity basketball game on Friday, May 30. Apopka's Fire Department took home the win 84-43.
Apopka Fire Department smokes police in charity basketball game Marshall Tempest
June 3, 2025
By Marshall Tempest   Reporter    The Apopka Fire Department (AFD) emphatically broke a series tie with the Apopka Police Department (APD) on Saturday, scoring a huge 84-43…
Jeff Rolson steps down after six seasons as Apopka football coachThe Apopka Chief
May 30, 2025
By Marshall Tempest Reporter After six seasons as head football coach of the Apopka Blue Darters, Jeff Rolson has decided to step down heading into the…
The Apopka JV and varsity softball teams stand together with their plaques after the banquet on Tuesday, May 27.
Apopka softball celebration highlights top players and season achievementsThe Apopka Chief
May 30, 2025
 By Marshall Tempest   Reporter   The Apopka softball team held its end-of-year banquet Tuesday, when it celebrated its amazing season and the players who made it happen.   …
Wekiva’s quarterback gets a pass off just in time as a Lyman defensive end wraps around his leg after breaking into the pocket. 
Coach Doug Gabriel optimistic despite 16-7 spring loss as Wekiva rebuildsThe Apopka Chief
May 29, 2025
By Marshall Tempest  Reporter  The Wekiva Mustangs fell 16-7 to the Lyman Greyhounds in their annual spring game last week, providing the first look at how…
Apopka's Elijah Frazier barrels through a wall of Jones defenders on his way into the end zone on Friday, May 23.
Apopka football struggles in passing defense but shines in run gameThe Apopka Chief
May 29, 2025
By Marshall Tempest   Reporter   The 2025 Apopka Blue Darter football team still needs to put in a lot of work before the start of the fall…
Apopka softball turns corner with strong seasonThe Apopka Chief
May 23, 2025
By Marshall Tempest Reporter Last week marked the end of Apopka athletics for the 2024-2025 school year with the softball team's loss to Lake Brantley in…
3 Apopka basketball stars to play college ballThe Apopka Chief
May 22, 2025
By Marshall Tempest Reporter Three 2024-2025 Apopka basketball team members signed letters of intent to play college ball and further their education this week. Seniors Jermichael…
Apopka quarterback Tyson Davison eyes big senior seasonThe Apopka Chief
May 22, 2025
By Marshall Tempest   Reporter   With three years as a varsity starter under his belt, Apopka football's rising senior quarterback, Tyson Davison, is on a mission to…
Rolson makes adjustments after blue and white gameThe Apopka Chief
May 20, 2025
By Marshall Tempest   Reporter   The Apopka football team's annual blue and white scrimmage provided a stage for Blue Darter athletes last week. The game focused on…