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When the Sunshine State Conference preseason polls were released, the oddsmakers and coaches didn't see much turbulence ahead for the rest of the league when facing Embry-Riddle. Picked to finish seventh out of 11 teams, the Eagles were largely viewed as a mid-pack squad. Fast forward to February, and the view from the cockpit looks much different.

In a game broadcast on HBCU GO, featuring high-flying slams, flared tempers, and a frantic final minute, Bethune-Cookman University outlasted arch-rival Florida A&M 87-83 on Saturday night.

Down by eight at the half and struggling to penetrate Florida A&M’s suffocating zone defense, the Wildcats orchestrated a gritty second-half comeback to edge the Rattlers 57-56 on Saturday afternoon. The win, punctuated by a defensive masterclass in the closing seconds, sent a clear message: Moore Gymnasium can be a house of horrors for visiting rivals. 📷Perry Williams IV | Nunlarger Films

The Bethune-Cookman University women’s basketball team concluded play in the Holiday Hoops Classic at Stetson University this weekend, dropping a pair of contests against Stonehill College and William & Mary.

High-flying dunks and clutch perimeter shooting defined the atmosphere at DME Academy this week as four NCAA Division III programs converged for the annual Mauro Panaggio Invitational. After two days of intense, wire-to-wire competition, Trine University emerged as the tournament champion.

If you want to see exactly how basketball should be played, look no further than the No. 14 Embry-Riddle Women's Basketball team. There is an old adage that to see the sport at its purest, you watch the women’s game, and the Eagles proved that sentiment true on Saturday afternoon.

This new alignment allows Mainland to "rejoin familiar foes" not just for bragging rights, but for district hardware. Mainland has maintained fierce non-district rivalries with these schools—often playing them in packed regular-season finales

The annual Florida Classic football game between Bethune-Cookman University and Florida A&M University will be forced to move to a new venue in 2026 as its longtime home, Camping World Stadium, formerly known as the Citrus Bowl, undergoes major renovations.

We’re talking about the Daytona Beach Classic, presented by Coast 2 Coast Basketball. If you slept on this event, you missed out on some serious hoops.

How Small Schools Can Win the NIL and Transfer Game. The landscape of college sports has fundamentally shifted. With the advent of Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL)  and the Transfer Portal , small colleges and Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) face an undeniable challenge: keeping their homegrown talent. The phrase "glorified JUCO" now echoes in the halls of many smaller athletic programs, a painful acknowledgment that a standout freshman or sophomore could

Trae Bass and JCSU Break 55-Year Drought on Way to NCAA Playoffs For the first time in over half a century, the Johnson C. Smith University (JCSU) Golden Bulls are the Kings of the CIAA. And right in the middle of this history-making defense is Daytona Beach’s very own Latrae "Trae" Bass. The former Seabreeze Sandcrab is wrapping up his senior season in the most spectacular way possible: with a ring on his finger and a ticket to the NCAA Division II Playoffs. 🏆 A Historic Ac

he Mainland High School Buccaneers have burst back onto the Florida high school football scene, cracking the MaxPreps Florida top 25 rankings.

For two quarters, it looked like business as usual. The Miami Norland Vikings, a gridiron dynasty from the 305, were doing what they do best: dominating. They raced to a 29-7 halftime lead against the Lake Mary Rams, and it seemed another Central Florida team was about to learn a tough lesson from a South Florida powerhouse.

In a notable matchup on Friday night, the Spruce Creek Hawks football team secured a 25-22 victory over the Avon Eagles from Ohio. The Avon Eagles, who are the defending Ohio Division II state champions

When we talk about "Making Waves" here on the Fun Coast, we often mean athletes who excel on the field. But today, we’re celebrating a New Smyrna Beach graduate who is excelling in the studio, the classroom, and now, the collegiate arena! Meet Jordyn Williams, a recent New Smyrna Beach High School alumna whose journey proves that talent, dedication, and an academic drive are the ultimate winning combination. 🩰 Dancing With the 'Cudas Throughout her time at NSBHS, Jordyn was

Daytona Beach is home to a unique community leader who blends the discipline of the boxing ring with the devotion of the pulpit. Meet Glenn Hagler, a man weaving together his passions for faith and fitness to make a distinct impact on the local community. Hagler's journey brought him to Florida from New Jersey, where he previously led a congregation as a pastor. Trading the northern climate for the Sunshine State, he didn't leave his calling behind, but rather integrated it i

Shayne Rodney, a high school track champion, overcame performance anxiety through rigorous training and guidance. His athletic journey led him to a fulfilling career in chiropractic care. He now applies a holistic approach to health, integrating rehab, sports performance, and nutrition, driven by his faith and passion for the human body.

Volusia and Flagler Counties are Ready for Action The air is thick with anticipation as high school and college football officially...