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The Walk-Ons talk the start of the NBA season, how the MLB is dealing with Covid-19 and hot wings.

The Walk-Ons talk the start of the NBA season, how the MLB is dealing with Covid-19 and hot wings.

John Watson, Sports Editor Aug 4, 2020

In this week's episode of the Walk-Ons, the crew talks about why shooting percentages are going up in the NBA bubble, how Covid-19 has affected the MLB season and Lou Williams and his trip to get some...

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Friday sports update: MLB battling Covid-19 and ASUN pushing back the fall season

Friday sports update: MLB battling Covid-19 and ASUN pushing back the fall season

John Watson, Sports Editor Jul 31, 2020

Want the latest and greatest news surrounding sports at UNF, Jacksonville and the U.S.? Look no further because this simple and quick video series has got your back. Welcome to the UNF Spinnaker Friday...

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The ASUN Conference has suspended intercollegiate play until possibly April fifth at the earliest.

ASUN taking steps to ensure student-athletes get to the polls

John Watson, Sports Editor Jul 30, 2020

Election day is coming up soon and student-athletes in the ASUN conference will now get the day off according to the recent adoption of a new policy. The ASUN Student Athlete-Advisory Committee (SAAC)...

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ASUN announces pushback of 2020 fall-sports season

ASUN announces pushback of 2020 fall-sports season

John Watson, Sports Editor Jul 24, 2020

It’s official, we will have to wait a bit longer than expected to see our Osprey athletes back in action. The ASUN conference has announced that there will be no regular-season fall sporting events...

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The Walk-Ons talk community relations, career choices and following your dreams

The Walk-Ons talk community relations, career choices and following your dreams

John Watson, Sports Editor Jul 23, 2020

On this week's episode of The Walk-Ons, Christina Hovestadt joined the crew to talk about her career and how she ended up as the Community Relations Manager of the NFL Full Episode: [embedyt] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w9fvAdZkIIk[/embedyt] Christina...

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It runs in the family: former UNF hooper Chase Driscoll begins coaching career close to home

It runs in the family: former UNF hooper Chase Driscoll begins coaching career close to home

John Watson, Sports Editor Jul 22, 2020

As a former basketball player at UNF, Chase Driscoll is no stranger to the legacy behind the last name of "Driscoll". Now, he looks to create his own story as he looks forward to a new opportunity in coaching...

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The Walk-Ons talk MLB baseball, the 2020 season and who will win the World Series

The Walk-Ons talk MLB baseball, the 2020 season and who will win the World Series

John Watson, Sports Editor Jul 21, 2020

Who will win the World Series? What is there to make of the 60-game season? Will the Mets ever make a breakthrough? On this week's episode of The Walk-Ons, we talk about all of those questions and more...

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Jacksonville fall sports update: still much uncertainty

Jacksonville fall sports update: still much uncertainty

John Watson, Sports Editor Jul 16, 2020

Featured Image: Darvin Nelson As Covid-19 continues to spread throughout the U.S., many are wondering whether or not they’ll be able to watch their favorite sports team compete in 2020. Whether it...

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Washington to retire 'Redskins' nickname after thorough review

Washington to retire ‘Redskins’ nickname after thorough review

John Watson, Sports Editor Jul 13, 2020

The Washington Redskins will be retiring the 'Redskins' nickname once-and-for-all after major organizations and sponsors called for change. On July 3rd, the team launched a "thorough review" of the...

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The Walk-Ons talk reporting during a pandemic, Texas Tech sports, and demons

The Walk-Ons talk reporting during a pandemic, Texas Tech sports, and demons

Jul 9, 2020

News4Jax reporter and Texas Tech alum Corley Peel joined the Walk-Ons crew this week to talk about her experiences and stories from working in the news industry. Full Interview: [embedyt] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wIHNCPhK6rE[/embedyt]   Peel...

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Minor League Baseball season cancelled; Jumbo Shrimp look towards 2021

Minor League Baseball season cancelled; Jumbo Shrimp look towards 2021

John Watson, Sports Editor Jun 30, 2020

As the MLB gets ready to begin a shortened season in late July, an announcement earlier today has shut the door on the possibility of minor league baseball in 2020. The MiLB announced at 5 p.m. tuesday...

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UNF shortstop Kyle Brooks attempting to turn a double play during the conference final in Fort Myers, Fla.  Photo courtesy asunphotos.com

Top five things to know about UNF sports

John Watson, Sports Editor Jun 25, 2020

As an Osprey, there is nothing quite like supporting your fellow classmates on the baseball diamond, basketball court or even on the soccer pitch. With the ASUN conference resuming play in the fall, here...

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