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WESLEY CHAPEL — RADD Elite, the competitive club volleyball program based at the Wiregrass Sports Campus, recently hosted the Florida Winterfest. The tournament drew 92 teams from throughout the state.

That turnout was rather impressive considering it coincided with a more established series in Clearwater on the same mid-December weekend.

While seven of the teams at Winterfest were boys competing in the Amateur Athletic Union division, the tourney primarily consisted of girls in USA Volleyball. Boys and girls teams took part in the first tourney of the club season, which extends through this summer.

“It was good to see what we’ve been practicing on in the gym and to see some of the interaction,” said Monica Ewalt, volleyball director at Wiregrass Ranch. “It was just working through nerves and figuring it out so we can be better at our next tournament.”

The second-year volleyball program at Wiregrass Ranch includes about 220 developmental teams with an additional 100 RADD Elite squads. RADD Elite had nine teams at Winterfest with the 12s finishing as runners-up and the 11s placing third.

“They looked like they were bringing what they were practicing,” Ewalt said. “We’re kind of just building from the younger ages up.”

Like the volleyball program, the state-of-the-art facility has become a major draw since it opened in 2020. Courtney Draper, founder and director of the St. Petersburg Volleyball Club, echoed the sentiments of many league officials, coaches and players in praising the Wesley Chapel-based sports campus.

“It’s a beautiful place to play with a nice surface for jumping,” said Draper, who also coaches volleyball at Shorecrest Prep. “The amount of courts they have is sufficient to run a quality-size tournament as well. Switching sides between sets does create equality for the teams competing against each other.”

Like Ewalt, Draper noted that the first major competition of the club season proved to be a test of how the young players would fare against different opponents for the first time.

“In December, it’s all trial and error out there, just put them out there and see what you have,” Draper said. “The Wesley Chapel tournament was a bit more challenging, so we put our top teams in that one.”

Next up on the RADD Elite schedule is a tournament in Ocala during the Martin Luther King Jr. weekend.

Recreational hockey is where young players learn the basics, while travel hockey gives the elite skaters opportunities to excel against the best opponents. There is a level in between, however — rec-select — and AdventHealth Center Ice recently hosted a tournament for that group.

The Hope is Here series featured nine teams from the Tampa Bay area vying for titles in three divisions. For the Sting, comprised primarily of Wesley Chapel and central Pasco skaters, the tourney was bittersweet as all three teams made the finals but lost.

“All three teams made it to the podium,” said Keith Hughes, who coaches the 10-and-under Sting.

“We did a good job,” added 12U coach Adam Glassman. “We came up a little short, but we had fun.”

The primary focuses of rec-select tournaments are more on development and consistent play than winning. That falls in line with USA Hockey’s main objectives.

Jason Luker, the Sting’s 16U assistant coach, described his squad as “an all-star team of the rec league.”

Hughes concurred, noting that unlike travel players who only play hockey, his son Ben has also played baseball and soccer. Some other rec-select players are multi-sport athletes as well.

“It’s a nice stepping-stone for the kids to advance up to travel,” Hughes said.

Noting that players who take part in rec-select tourneys come from the recreational leagues, Glassman said, “It’s a lot more competitive than what they normally get.”

Some of the top players for Hughes’ team were Bryson Givens, Boaz Nesis, Bennett Glosen and goaltender Charlotte Nelson.

Like Nelson, there were a few girls in the tourney, including Mallory Iaquinto, an East Lake High player who skated on a makeshift 16U team representing AdventHealth.

For Glassman’s team, he mentioned captain Liam Hernandez along with assistants David Kupcho and Matthew Gocsik.

Luker said his team got solid play from his son Maximus, Sean Flanagan, Ty Denninger, Tysen Christian, Harry Parker and Dom Passante. Goalies Lucas White and Jackson Jones shared time in the nets with Jones posting a shutout and White playing in the last two games.

“He had the hot hand,” Luker said of his decision to go with White at the end, adding that both goalies “are even.”

Luker also noted that his team is younger than most 16U squads: “This team’s going to be around for a while.”

More brands will make their Tampa Bay debut and some well-known names have expansion plans in the works this year.

In 2022, Tampa Bay saw the opening of if its first Sweetgreen, a fast-casual restaurant chain known for their salads. On St. Petersburg’s Central Avenue, the popular downtown shopping destination added the vintage cocktail bar Lost and Found, gift and home decor shop The Canary, an ice cream shop with a breakfast twist Cereal Bar, and more. More than 50 new businesses opened in Wesley Chapel last year with the launch of the shipping container park The Krate.

Looking into 2023, Tampa Bay will get its first Raising Cane’s, the fast food chicken finger chain with a cult following. Another Sweetgreens will open and a slate of restaurants are coming to one of Tampa’s largest new developments.

Here’s a few openings to watch out for in the new year.

RAISING CANE’S

The popular Louisiana-based fast food restaurant will open its doors to Tampa Bay this year. The chain is popular for its tangy Cane’s sauce, Texas toast and chicken fingers has multiple locations in development across Tampa, Brandon, Carrollwood and two restaurants in Clearwater, Raising Cane’s co-CEO AJ Kumaran told the Tampa Bay Times last year. Raising Cane’s is currently hiring for its Gulf to Bay restaurant.

GOLF ENTERTAINMENT COMPLEXES

Golf attractions are coming to both sides of the bay. Tiger Woods is expanding his PopStroke golf courses, designed by Woods and the TGR Design team, to Lutz’s Cypress Creek Town Center. It’ll have putting courses for both new and experienced players plus dining and a playground.

In St. Petersburg, Topgolf’s second Tampa Bay location began construction last summer after long delays. It’s set to have 100 climate-controlled bays for golf games, 200 televisions, a rooftop terrace, and a bar and restaurant.

PopStroke

Topgolf

GOOD NIGHT JOHN BOY

Coming soon to the old Ringside Cafe, a place where you can dance, you can jive and have the time of your life.

Cleveland-based Good Night John Boy will open its second disco-themed nightclub in downtown St. Petersburg. DJs will play hits from the 1970s, ′80s and also some modern music. The interior decor will have a vintage flair with a light up dance floor, disco ball and memorabilia from the disco era.

WATER STREET TAMPA RESTAURANTS

The downtown Tampa development is expanding as a dining scene with the openings of several restaurants by award-winning chefs and the popular chain Wagamama. Some of the restaurants will be a part of the new apartment towers that opened their doors last year at Water Street Tampa, which is led by Tampa Bay Lightning owner Jeff Vinik’s and Bill Gates’ Cascade Investment’s Strategic Property Partners. Representatives from the real estate firm did not provide exact opening dates for some dining locations.

Wagamama

It’ll be Florida’s first location of the restaurant chain inspired by Japanese ramen bars.

Toastique

This gourmet toast and juice bar chain is opening its first Tampa Bay location.

Boulon Brasserie

This will be a French restaurant, café with a bar on the ground floor of the Thousand and One building.

Predalina

Opening at the Cora apartment building, this seafood-based Mediterranean restaurant from the owners of Oxford Exchange will also have a home decor shop.

The Pearl

This restaurant inside the Heron building will have a tavern and oyster room from Cameron Mitchell Restaurants, the Ohio-based company behind Ocean Prime.

Ash

At the Asher building, this Italian-inspired restaurant comes from Tampa’s Chef Ferrell Alvarez and the team behind Michelin Bib Gourmand award-winning Rooster and the Till.

HYDE PARK VILLAGE

The outdoor Tampa mall that boomed during the pandemic is adding another batch of businesses after 2022 saw the openings of Public Studio, Warby Parker, Wolford and fashion boutiques Zimmermann and rag & bone.

Palihouse Hyde Park Village

Hyde Park is adding its first hotel to its mix over the On Swann restaurant. The boutique hotel comes from the hospitality firm Palisociety, a Los Angeles-based hotel franchise, that uses the character of the neighborhood its opening in to inspire its interior design.

The Salty

This popular gourmet donut shop that’s grown nationally got its start in Miami’s Wynwood neighborhood. It sells inventive donut flavors like guava with cheese, white chocolate tres leches and pumpkin spice french toast.

Bouzy

This wine bar from Cru Cellars will feature different variations of the bubbly wines named after the Champagne region of France with its menu of more than 75 sparkling wines.

Sweetgreen

The fast-casual salad bowl chain has its sights on another Tampa spot after debuting in Tampa Heights earlier in December.

Gorjana

The southern California jewelry brand is opening its first Florida location in Tampa’s Hyde Park Village. Gorjana, which is coastal-inspired, sells necklaces, earrings, bracelets and custom engraved pieces.

ELEV8

A former Sears department store at a Citrus Park mall is about to transformed into an entertainment center.

Elev8, run by South Florida-based PrimeTime Amusements, will have go-kart racing tracks, retro arcade, laser tag, mini golf, a kid zone, e-sports, bowling and also a restaurant and bar in the 128,000-square-foot space. It was supposed to debut at the end of last year at Citrus Park Town Center, which used to be called Westfield Citrus Park, but according to an emailed statement, the attraction is eyeing a later date.

Clarification: This story has been updated to include the new opening date of Gorjana in Hyde Part Village.

What used to be a rarity in college football has turned into almost the norm. Kids are wanted to get a jump on their college careers these days, so rather than waiting until the fall to arrive on campus wet behind the ears, a lot enroll early in January and get into the conditioning and offseason programs to get whatever advantage they can.

The Ohio State football program has had a ton of early enrollees over the last few years and that hasn’t changed this January. All told, 11 of the 20 players that committed during the early signing period along with one preferred walk-on arrived on campus on Monday to start the college portion of their lives.

We thought you might be interested in the OSU players that are already on campus, so we have each of them for you here in a listicle format.

Noah Rogers, Wide Receiver

Measurables: 6-foot, 2-inches, 180-pounds From: Rolesville | Rolesville, NC 247Sports Composite Ratings: No. 9 rated WR and No. 50 overall

Bryson Rodgers, Wide Receiver

Measurables: 6-foot, 175-pounds From: Wiregrass Ranch | Wesley Chapel, FL 247Sports Composite Ratings: No. 45 rated WR and No. 325 overall

As smooth as the jazz music that his hometown is known for. The kid from Chicago is on the way back to the Midwest ready to rewrite Big Ten and Buckeye record books. Welcome to The Brotherhood Carnell Tate |

6 feet, 2 inches, 185 pounds IMG Academy | Bradenton, Florida No. 10 WR and No. 61 overall

He leaps tall buildings and moves immovable objects. The Buckeyes next hero will trade in his spidey suit for the scarlet and grey. The kid from Michigan is coming to Columbus to use his powers with the good guys. Welcome to The Brotherhood Jelani Thurman |

6 feet, 5 inches, 230 pounds Langston Hughes | Fairburn, Georgia No. 2 TE and No. 99 overall

6 feet, 5 inches, 270 pounds Findlay | Findlay, Ohio No. 4 OT and No. 45 overall

6 feet, 4 inches, 265 pounds Wayne | Dayton, Ohio No. 10 interior OL and No. 217 overall

The kid from Liberty Township, OH won’t have to go far for his next home. He’s bringing all the physicality and toughness to Columbus and representing the Buckeye State at the highest level. Welcome to The Brotherhood Austin Siereveld |

6 feet, 5 inches, 320 pounds Lakota East | Middletown, Ohio No. 12 interior OL and No. 247 overall

Steady as they come and trained to go, all the kid from Greenwich, CT knows is work. He cant wait to clear paths and keep QB1 upright. He’s ready leave an unforgettable legacy in the scarlet and grey. Welcome to The Brotherhood Miles Walker |

6 feet, 3 inches, 260 pounds Brunswick School | Greenwich, Connecticut No. 34 OT and No. 485 overall

6 feet, 3 inches, 260 pounds Dublin Coffman | Dublin, Ohio No. 36 DL and No. 260 overall

The Ohio co-defensive player of the year has been waiting to become a Buckeye his entire life. The kid from West Chester, OH is bringing his hard hat and the boom to Columbus to get to work. Welcome to The Brotherhood Malik Hartford |

6 feet, 2 inches, 175 pounds Lakota West | West Chester, Ohio No. 10 S and No. 162 overall

A Winton Woods legend. He’s got Championship pedigree, dominated his contemporaries, and he is O-H-I-O as they come. The kid from Cincinnati is on his way north to bring the juice to the Buckeye faithful. Welcome to The Brotherhood Jermaine Mathews Jr |

6 feet, 175 pounds Winton Woods | Cincinnati, Ohio No. 16 CB and No. 136 overall

6 feet, 175 pounds Washington | Massillon, Ohio No. 89 RB and No. 1315 overall

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North Gwinnett (GA): Head coach Bill Stewart, who led the program to their only state title in 2017, has accepted an analyst job at Georgia Tech, Gwinnett Daily Post shares.

Northwest Guilford (NC): Per source, Greensboro (D-III - NC) defensive coordinator Chris Rusiewicz has resigned and accepted the head coaching position at Northwest Guilford.

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Wiregrass Ranch (FL): Wiregrass Ranch HS, located in Wesley Chapel,Fl is looking for a Varsity Offensive Line Coach. Send resumes to MMKantor@pasco.k12.fl.us.

Greenhill School (Dallas, TX): Greenhill School, a prep school in Dallas, TX is looking for a Head Football Coach/Game Day Administrator. Interested candidates, please apply on the school’s website using the following link. Greenhill School Football Coach/Gameday Administrator.

Northview (Bratt, FL): Northview HS is seeking a home game for 10/20 and 10/27 in 2023. Please Contact Coach Wes Summerford if interested. (850)4267000 or Wsummerford@ecsdfl.us.

Alvirne (NH): Assistant coach Matt Lee has been elevated to head coach.

Calvary Day (Savannah, GA): Calvary Day in Savannah ga is looking for a scrimmage game on August 4th 2023. Please contact Mark R Stroud at mstroud@calvarydayschool.com

Christian Academy of Myrtle Beach (SC): Christian Academy of Myrtle Beach SC seeks full time Christian teachers and assistant football coaches who would like to help build a Championship Football Program while working in a Christ-centered environment. Competitive teaching salary, benefits pac and coaching supplements are offered. All subject matters will be possible for the right person who is a solid believer and has a passion for teaching and coaching football in a Christ- centered environment. Interested candidates can email head coach Marty Williams at martywilliams1959@icloud.com.

EL RENO, Okla. (KFOR) – Redlands Community College recently announced students named to the college’s honor rolls for the Fall 2022 semester.

Students listed on the President’s Honor Roll have completed 12 or more credit hours and have earned a GPA of not less than 3.8, with no grade less than a B – excluding 0-level courses. The Vice President’s Honor Roll is for students who have completed 12 or more hours of coursework and have earned a GPA of 3.5 to 3.79, with no grade less than a C – excluding 0-level courses.

The Fall 2022 President’s Honor Roll includes: Caroline Boysen, Alvin, TX; Blake Janssen, Amber; Jordan Edwards, Anadarko; Hunter Perrier, Bartlesville; Gabrielle Stringer, Bethany; Taylor Westervelt, Binger; Carlie Golden, Calumet; Karysa Meade, Calumet; Dru Steffes, Canute; Lyndsey Garrett, Carlisle, KY; Jack Wootton, Carter; Trey Tichenor, Cashion; Johnathon Stewart, Chandler; Marissa Kirkendall, Choctaw; Connor Pell, Chouteau; Victoria Kirkendoll, Clinton; Griffin Behrens, Colbert; Gracelynn Nickell, Comanche; Macy Moore, Edmond; Aaron Broyles, El Reno; Bailey Denwalt, El Reno; Reagan Dunn, El Reno; Logan Edwards, El Reno; Mario Galindo, El Reno; Dillon Green, El Reno; Wyatt Mehan, El Reno; Rosanelly Vite, El Reno; Macy Henry, Foster; Ryan Deschand, Fredonia, PA; Grayden Baker, Glenpool; Jennifer Renteria-Beltran, Guthrie; Kerri Mattson, Hinton; Kenedy Devoe, Justin, TX; Caleb Arthaud, Keyes; Konner Baartman, Kingfisher; Isabella Meza, Kingfisher; Zachary Swaim, Kingfisher; Abby Wood, Leavenworth, KS; Jenna Wilcox, Leedey; Jack Habjan, Linwood, KS; Sydney Morehead, Lone Wolf; Sarah Sanders, Maysville; Nathan Dacus, Minco; Colin Oaks, Minco; Dakota Doty, Mustang; Gregory Limage, Naguabo, PR; Mason Allan, Nocona, TX; Benjamin Huntley, Norman; Hayley Coffey, Okarche; Abigail McIlvain, Okarche; Bryce Reese, Okarche; Lily Dilbeck, Oklahoma City; Elizabeth Hernandez, Oklahoma City; Keith Jefferson Jr., Oklahoma City; Amya Lindsay, Oklahoma City; Alexus Roberson, Oklahoma City; Emily Row, Oklahoma City; Stormee Murphy, Okmulgee; Jared Harmon, Perry; Ethan Pacheco, Red Oak, TX; Karli Schwerdtfeger, Stratford; Molly Kreutzer, Talihina; Kara Miner, Tryon; Alejandro Diaz, Tulsa; Kimberly Boyer, Tuttle; Chyann Emerson, Tuttle; Audrey Head, Union City; Cameron Michels, Weatherford, TX; Jessica Herrera Anderson, Wesley Chapel, FL; Brianna Dysinger, Yukon; Joanna Graham, Yukon; Matthew Hammock, Yukon; Trenton Jones, Yukon; Arianna Kantsperger, Yukon; Paige Karmun, Yukon; Mallory Pitt, Yukon; Hannah Rose, Yukon; Kathrine Saxton, Yukon; and Braydon Wheeler, Yukon.

The Fall 2022 Vice President’s Honor Roll includes: Marcus McCawley, Blanchard; Camron White, Canyon, TX; Luke Biddy, Chickasha; Jadah Hall, Chickasha; Alyssa Baldwin, Choctaw; Brooke Seale, Cleveland, TX; Merideth Behrens, Colbert; Ruby Sifuentes, El Paso, TX; Colten Atkinson, El Reno; Christopher Courrege, El Reno; Ian Fair, El Reno; Morgan Girten, El Reno; Jayci Hicks, El Reno; Saige Martin, El Reno; Jayhden Moncrease, El Reno; Riley Robertson, El Reno; Jessica Anderson, Greenfield; Delila Palmer, Harrah; Haylee Lundry, Haworth; Kase Boling, Hinton; Korali Smith, Kingfisher; Peyton Townsend, Kingfisher; Melody Wilfong, Kingfisher; Ana Vasco Taracena, Laverne; Nash Hensley, Markleville, IN; Keelyn Stone, Mustang; Ryan Huntley, Norman; Drew Faires, Oklahoma City; Dori Hudson, Oklahoma City; Caleb Dixon, Piedmont; Becca Toles, Ponca City; Jett Cunningham, Sentinel; Maddylon Burris, Stillwater; Brian Jones, Thomas; Jaden Straka, Union City; Jeremy Pool, Weatherford; Alexis Archer, Yukon; Avery England, Yukon; Shelby Gilles, Yukon; Nevaeh Hintz, Yukon; Daniel Kandankeril Oomm, Yukon; Ashton Parker, Yukon; Casey Stuart, Yukon; Chelsea Vicenti, Yukon; and Ryan Weller, Yukon.

Congratulations from the KFOR News team!