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The ESPN and Netflix joint production of The Last Dance, a 10-part documentary miniseries on the career of Michael Jordan with emphasis on the 1997-98 Chicago Bulls season, airs Sunday nights on ESPN.

The Last Dance an intriguing glimpse into the mind of Michael Jordan and the drama of the Chicago Bulls dynasty

Andrew Kaye, Sports Editor
May 9, 2020
LSU quarterback Joe Burrow is the consensus overall first pick of the 2020 NFL draft. How the other quarterbacks fall, however, has become a guessing game.

TORCH NFL MOCK DRAFT: Dolphins pass on Tua, but still have solid first day of draft

Andrew Kaye, Sports Editor
April 22, 2020
Olympic Heights wrestler Leidaly Rivera (center) on the medalist platform after winning her second consecutive state championship.

Olympic Heights wrestler Leidaly Rivera wins second consecutive state championship

Andrew Kaye, Sports Editor
April 9, 2020
New Orleans Pelicans rookie Zion Williamson has incredible skills for a 6'6", 285-pound player.

New Orleans Pelicans rookie Zion Williamson may be the best new NBA talent since LeBron James

Andrew Kaye, Sports Editor
March 4, 2020
LeBron James has the Lakers pointed to a NBA title and himself to a fifth league MVP award.

NBA early Hot Takes: Buy or Sell?

Andrew Kaye, Sports Editor
December 14, 2019
Olympic Heights' defensive back Jekkaven Smith (#10) intercepts a Spanis River touchdown pass attempt late in the fourth quarter in the Lions' 13-6 win on Friday, Sept. 20.

Defense leads Lions to second consecutive win with 13-6 victory over Spanish River

Andrew Kaye, Sports Editor
September 23, 2019
Pittsburgh Steelers starting quarterback Ben Roethlisberger's season-ending elbow injury, suffered on Sept. 15, against the Seattle Seahawks, is a major blow to the team's playoff hopes.

Roethlisberger injury the latest in Steelers’ descent; quarterback issues plaguing numerous NFL teams

Andrew Kaye, Sports Editor
September 20, 2019
OH defensive back Trotsky Horton intercepts a Lancer pass for a 31-yard pick six.

Lions down John I. Leonard 16-6 for first win of season

Andrew Kaye, Sports Editor
September 15, 2019
Nick Palmenteri turns the corner on his 53-yard touchdown run off a shovel pass from Blake Moreland for the Lions' only score of the game.

Lions football team drops season opener to Lake Worth 44-7

Andrew Kaye, Sports Editor
August 23, 2019
Volleyball officials are holding out for a $15 per game increase.

STORY UPDATE: Volleyball officials’ holdout leads to postponement of OH girls’ season opening match; football officials strike averted

Andrew Kaye, Sports Editor
August 21, 2019
Duke's Zion Williamson will no doubt be the 2019 NBA Draft's overall pick, putting him in a New Orleans Pelicans uniform.

NBA 2019 Mock Draft: Williamson the Consensus First Pick; Miami Heat to Pass on Bol Bol

Andrew Kaye, Sports Editor
June 18, 2019
All-Star pitchers Craig Kimbrel (left) and Dallas Keuchel remain unsigned almost one full month into the 2019 season.

MLB Teams Reluctant to Sign All-Star Free Agent Pitchers

Andrew Kaye, Sports Editor
April 19, 2019
A Look Back on the Career of Miami Heat Legend Dwyane Wade As He Nears Retirement

A Look Back on the Career of Miami Heat Legend Dwyane Wade As He Nears Retirement

Andrew Kaye, Sports Editor
February 28, 2019
The Marjory Stoneman Douglas Basketball team's starting five huddle before their district championship game.

Marjory Stoneman Douglas Basketball Team Offers a Lesson in the Healing Nature of Sports and Teamwork

Andrew Kaye, Sports Editor
February 15, 2019
Of course, Super Bowl LIII MVP Julian Edelman was a big winner, but how can SpongeBob Squarepants be a loser?

Super Bowl LIII Winners and Losers

Andrew Kaye, Sports Editor
February 11, 2019
It is anticipated by many that Anthony Davis (left) will eventually end up alongside LeBron James (right) on the Los Angeles Lakers.

Where Will New Orleans Pelicans Superstar Anthony Davis Be Playing His Next Game? Here’s a Run-Down of Potential Teams and What It Will Take to Get Him

Andrew Kaye, Sports Editor
February 5, 2019
UCF QB McKenzie Milton has the full attention of the team medical staff after severely injuring his knee in the Nov. 23 game against South Florida.

UCF Golden Knights Using Injury to QB McKenzie Milton as Inspiration Heading into Fiesta Bowl

Andrew Kaye, Sports Editor
December 18, 2018
UCF's junior quarterback McKenzie Milton looks to lead his team to the promised land of a CFP top-four ranking.

UCF Football Team’s Playoff Hopes Rest on Losses by Higher Ranked Teams

Andrew Kaye, Sports Editor
October 31, 2018
The Lakers' Brandon Ingram will serve a four-game suspension while his teammate Rajon Rondo will serve a three game suspension for their roles in the brawl with the Houston Rockets on Oct. 20. Houston's Chris Paul will serve a two game suspension, as well.

Los Angeles Lakers Slow Start Complicated by Suspensions Resulting from Fight with Houston Rockets

Andrew Kaye, Sports Editor
October 23, 2018
How far can LeBron James take the revamped Los Angeles Lakers this season?

NBA 2018-19 Season Preview: Can the Revamped Lakers Challenge the Golden State Warriors in the West?

Andrew Kaye, Sports Editor
October 17, 2018
Serena Williams takes exception to chair umpire Carlos Ramos's charge of receiving illegal coaching during the U.S. Open women's final on Sept. 8.

Serena Williams U.S. Open Controversy Highlights Sexist, Possibly Racist, Nature of Sport

Andrew Kaye, Sports Editor
September 11, 2018
Smart fantasy football draftniks will target Houston quarterback Deshaun Watson and Tennessee running back Derrick Henry.

Your 2018 NFL Fantasy Football Booms and Busts

Andrew Kaye, Sports Editor
September 1, 2018
The NBA's MVP will most likely be James Harden (left), but it should go to LeBron James.

NBA Awards: Who Should Win and Who Will Win

Andrew Kaye, Sports Editor
May 18, 2018
Villanova celebrates its second national championship.

Villanova Claims Title in Upset-Laden NCAA Tournament

Andrew Kaye, Sports Editor
April 6, 2018
Dwayne Wade makes his return to Miami Heat after the Cleveland Cavaliers traded him to Miami for a draft pick.

The Winners and Losers of the NBA Trading Deadline

Andrew Kaye, Sports Editor
February 19, 2018
Alabama QB Tua Tagovailoa hoists the championship trophy after leading the Crimson Tide to a comeback victory.

The Story Behind the Alabama Back-Up QB That Led Crimson Tide to National Championship Game Victory

Andrew Kaye, Sports Editor
January 16, 2018
The Olympic Heights Boys JV Basketball Team pose with their second place trophy from the Park Vista Holiday Tournament.

Lions Boys Basketball Teams Look for Strong Finish

Andrew Kaye, Sports Editor
January 16, 2018
Lions small forward Gio Vilbrun (0) blocks the West Boca’s starting point guard's shot in the loss on Friday, Dec. 8.

JV Basketball Team Looks to Halt Three-Game Skid

Andrew Kaye, Sports Editor
December 11, 2017
Guard/forward Alex Kaye (23) goes for the layup as center Jack Coulson (5) looks for the rebound vs. Chaminade-Madonna in the preseason Spanish River Tip-Off Classic on Nov. 20.

OH Boys Basketball Program Looks for Drastic Improvement

Andrew Kaye, Sports Editor
November 27, 2017
2017-18 NBA Rookie Class Ranks with the Best Ever

2017-18 NBA Rookie Class Ranks with the Best Ever

Andrew Kaye, Sports Editor
November 16, 2017
Ezekiel Elliott Continues to Play As His Suspension Hearing Ends Without a Ruling

Ezekiel Elliott Continues to Play As His Suspension Hearing Ends Without a Ruling

Andrew Kaye, Sports Editor
October 8, 2017
Team owner and Trump supporter Jerry Jones kneels with the Dallas Cowboys prior to the national anthem on Monday, Sept. 25. The team did stand with locked arms during the singing of the anthem, however.

President Trump and Athletes at Odds Over National Anthem Kneeling Protest Controversy

Andrew Kaye, Sports Editor
September 27, 2017
NFL Blacklisting of Colin Kaepernick Continues

NFL Blacklisting of Colin Kaepernick Continues

Andrew Kaye
September 4, 2017
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