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John Watson, Sports Editor

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First half fire fuels Ospreys win against Charleston Southern

First half fire fuels Ospreys win against Charleston Southern

John Watson, Sports Editor
September 11, 2021
Updated: Tropical Depression Mindy travels across southern Georgia, missing Jacksonville

Updated: Tropical Depression Mindy travels across southern Georgia, missing Jacksonville

John Watson, Sports Editor
September 9, 2021
Photo courtesy of UNF Athletics

A look back on UNF’s impressive Labor Day weekend

John Watson, Sports Editor
September 8, 2021
Students taking part of the Fortnite Tournament at the Boathouse in 2018.

Is the Boathouse gone for good?

John Watson, Sports Editor
September 3, 2021
Scoring her third goal of the season, Thais Reiss continues to be an important piece of the UNF attack

What you need to know before going to an athletic event

John Watson, Sports Editor
September 2, 2021
Late heroics prove the difference as women’s soccer defeats Mercer in home opener

Late heroics prove the difference as women’s soccer defeats Mercer in home opener

John Watson, Sports Editor
August 30, 2021
Men's soccer ready to get the ball rolling on 2021 season

Men’s soccer ready to get the ball rolling on 2021 season

John Watson, Sports Editor
August 13, 2021
Gabby O'Connell has been with the team since 2016 and is a key piece of UNF's foundation

Eager, hungry and excited: UNF volleyball ready for 2021 campaign

John Watson, Sports Editor
August 13, 2021
Photo Gallery: FSU football practices at UNF

Photo Gallery: FSU football practices at UNF

John Watson, Sports Editor
August 12, 2021
Women’s soccer season preview: UNFinished Business

Women’s soccer season preview: UNFinished Business

John Watson, Sports Editor
August 6, 2021
Jobs in college: Is self-employment a good option?

Jobs in college: Is self-employment a good option?

John Watson, Sports Editor
August 4, 2021
Ervin Lewis previously held the titles of Senior Associate AD of Facilities and Operations and Chief Diversity and Inclusion Officer. He will still carry the duties entrusted in those roles to his new title as deputy athletics director.

Ervin Lewis promoted to Deputy AD

John Watson, Sports Editor
August 2, 2021
Is Planet Fitness really judgment free?

Is Planet Fitness really judgment free?

John Watson, Sports Editor
July 20, 2021
ASUN releases men’s basketball conference schedule

ASUN releases men’s basketball conference schedule

John Watson, Sports Editor
July 8, 2021
UNF’s new track elevates Jacksonville’s national track presence

UNF’s new track elevates Jacksonville’s national track presence

John Watson, Sports Editor
July 7, 2021
Nick Morrow profile: How Matchbox 20 and the University of Maryland brought UNF its next AD

Nick Morrow profile: How Matchbox 20 and the University of Maryland brought UNF its next AD

John Watson, Sports Editor
June 14, 2021
UNF continues postseason win streak with win over Kennesaw State

UNF continues postseason win streak with win over Kennesaw State

John Watson, Sports Editor
May 28, 2021
Men wearing headphones playing video games late at night

New ESports pilot program hopes to elevate UNF’s gaming presence

John Watson, Sports Editor
May 26, 2021
OF/ LHP Austin Bogart is 2-0 on the mound against Stetson this year, allowing just six earned runs in 21.2 innings

Ospreys open ASUN tournament with win over Stetson, take 1-0 series lead

John Watson, Sports Editor
May 22, 2021
Men’s golf narrowly misses top-5 cut at NCAA Regionals

Men’s golf narrowly misses top-5 cut at NCAA Regionals

John Watson, Sports Editor
May 20, 2021
Blake Marabell's three hits on the day were crucial as the Ospreys squeaked past the Hatters 3-2

Marabell’s heroics prove the difference maker as UNF wins on senior day

John Watson, Sports Editor
May 17, 2021
Coach Pigg and his team of Ospreys gave it their best as UNF closed out their season.

Ospreys finish track and field season with solid outing at ASUN Outdoor Championships

John Watson, Sports Editor
May 16, 2021
Jubran's record-setting performance highlights first day of ASUN Outdoor Championships

Jubran’s record-setting performance highlights first day of ASUN Outdoor Championships

John Watson, Sports Editor
May 15, 2021
Tebow is looking to make his return to the NFL after last being seen in training camp with the Eagles in 2015

Fans collide over Tim Tebow signing with the Jags

John Watson, Sports Editor
May 13, 2021
UNF upsets #25 Ole Miss to mark first-ever NCAA tournament win

UNF upsets #25 Ole Miss to mark first-ever NCAA tournament win

John Watson, Sports Editor
May 7, 2021
Wait, some UNF sports are still competing?

Wait, some UNF sports are still competing?

John Watson, Sports Editor
May 7, 2021
Game review: MLB The Show 21

Game review: MLB The Show 21

John Watson, Sports Editor
May 7, 2021
UNF Alumni Andrew Baker has passed away

UNF Alumni Andrew Baker has passed away

John Watson, Sports Editor
April 16, 2021
Ospreys season comes to an end with heartbreaking 1-0 loss to Liberty

Ospreys season comes to an end with heartbreaking 1-0 loss to Liberty

John Watson, Sports Editor
April 15, 2021
Three titles and number one in the country as a freshman, UNF golfing sensation Nick Gabrelcik is hungry for more

Three titles and number one in the country as a freshman, UNF golfing sensation Nick Gabrelcik is hungry for more

John Watson, Sports Editor
April 15, 2021
Being held at the UNF Arena this year to promote social distancing, this year's show was both entertaining and heartwarming

The OZZIES returned last night, here’s who took home awards

John Watson, Sports Editor
April 15, 2021
Dedication to building winning culture fuels Ospreys ahead of ASUN quarterfinals

Dedication to building winning culture fuels Ospreys ahead of ASUN quarterfinals

John Watson, Sports Editor
April 9, 2021
UNF volleyball suffers season-ending loss to Lipscomb in ASUN semis

UNF volleyball suffers season-ending loss to Lipscomb in ASUN semis

John Watson, Sports Editor
April 3, 2021
93 octane and a car treadmill; How Osprey Racing is preparing for their first race in nearly two years

93 octane and a car treadmill; How Osprey Racing is preparing for their first race in nearly two years

John Watson, Sports Editor
April 2, 2021
UNF sweeps Stetson to reach conference semis for first time since 2012

UNF sweeps Stetson to reach conference semis for first time since 2012

John Watson, Sports Editor
March 28, 2021
'Belief in each other' motivating Ospreys ahead of ASUN quarterfinals

‘Belief in each other’ motivating Ospreys ahead of ASUN quarterfinals

John Watson, Sports Editor
March 27, 2021
UF scores pair of late goals to hand UNF first loss of season

UF scores pair of late goals to hand UNF first loss of season

John Watson, Sports Editor
March 25, 2021
UNF women’s soccer survives double-overtime scare to stay undefeated

UNF women’s soccer survives double-overtime scare to stay undefeated

John Watson, Sports Editor
March 21, 2021
UNF volleyball aces their way to victory in regular-season finale over Stetson

UNF volleyball aces their way to victory in regular-season finale over Stetson

John Watson, Sports Editor
March 21, 2021
ABU DHABI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES - JULY 12: In this handout image provided by UFC, (L-R) Kamaru Usman of Nigeria kicks Jorge Masvidal in their UFC welterweight championship fight during the UFC 251 event at Flash Forum on UFC Fight Island on July 12, 2020 on Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. (Photo by Jeff Bottari/Zuffa LLC via Getty Images)

UFC returning to Jacksonville, set to host full crowd of 15,000

John Watson, Sports Editor
March 16, 2021
Team effort leads Ospreys over Lions in ASUN quarterfinal

Team effort leads Ospreys over Lions in ASUN quarterfinal

John Watson, Sports Editor
March 12, 2021
Preview: Lady Ospreys flock to ASUN tourney for QF matchup against UNA

Preview: Lady Ospreys flock to ASUN tourney for QF matchup against UNA

John Watson, Sports Editor
March 11, 2021
UNF men’s cross country wins ASUN championship

UNF men’s cross country wins ASUN championship

John Watson, Sports Editor
March 5, 2021
Shooting woes plague UNF in season-ending loss to North Alabama

Shooting woes plague UNF in season-ending loss to North Alabama

John Watson, Sports Editor
March 4, 2021
Preview: UNF set to face North Alabama in ASUN quarterfinal

Preview: UNF set to face North Alabama in ASUN quarterfinal

John Watson, Sports Editor
March 4, 2021
JU men’s basketball out of ASUN tournament due to COVID issues

JU men’s basketball out of ASUN tournament due to COVID issues

John Watson, Sports Editor
March 1, 2021
UNF trounced by Stetson to wrap up regular season

UNF trounced by Stetson to wrap up regular season

John Watson, Sports Editor
February 27, 2021
Josh Berenbaum, who heated up in late February, could provide a spark if needed in tonight's game.

Hot shooting off the bench fuels UNF win vs. Stetson

John Watson, Sports Editor
February 26, 2021
Lady Ospreys heat up in fourth quarter, extend ASUN win streak

Lady Ospreys heat up in fourth quarter, extend ASUN win streak

John Watson, Sports Editor
February 21, 2021
The Ospreys recorded their second win of the season as they defeated FGCU on Sunday afternoon.

Ospreys soar past Eagles in ASUN-opening win on Valentine’s Day

John Watson, Sports Editor
February 14, 2021
Osprey road trip comes up empty-handed in loss to Liberty

Osprey road trip comes up empty-handed in loss to Liberty

John Watson, Sports Editor
February 13, 2021
Flames torch Ospreys in wire-to-wire win

Flames torch Ospreys in wire-to-wire win

John Watson, Sports Editor
February 12, 2021
Lady Ospreys snap Liberty's 11-game win streak in series-opening win

Lady Ospreys snap Liberty’s 11-game win streak in series-opening win

John Watson, Sports Editor
February 6, 2021
Women’s soccer returns and dominates after 461 days in between matches

Women’s soccer returns and dominates after 461 days in between matches

John Watson, Sports Editor
February 4, 2021
One day, two states, two wins; both Osprey basketball teams defeat UNA

One day, two states, two wins; both Osprey basketball teams defeat UNA

John Watson, Sports Editor
January 30, 2021
ASUN adds three new schools and football as conference expands

ASUN adds three new schools and football as conference expands

John Watson, Sports Editor
January 29, 2021
Ospreys survive strong Kennesaw State comeback attempt, sweep season series

Ospreys survive strong Kennesaw State comeback attempt, sweep season series

John Watson, Sports Editor
January 24, 2021
Second half scoring barrage propels Ospreys to win at home vs Kennesaw State

Second half scoring barrage propels Ospreys to win at home vs Kennesaw State

John Watson, Sports Editor
January 23, 2021
Erin Jones takes a three-point shot in Sunday's contest against the Dolphins. (Photo: John Watson)

Newcomers shine in win against JU, Ospreys sweep season-series

John Watson, Sports Editor
January 17, 2021
Ospreys find groove in comeback win over Lipscomb, split season series

Ospreys find groove in comeback win over Lipscomb, split season series

John Watson, Sports Editor
January 16, 2021
When will more sporting events return to campus?

When will more sporting events return to campus?

John Watson, Sports Editor
January 14, 2021
Hand sanitizer and hitting pins, how the Jacksonville bowling community has been affected by COVID-19

Hand sanitizer and hitting pins, how the Jacksonville bowling community has been affected by COVID-19

John Watson, Sports Editor
January 8, 2021
The Walk-Ons talk high school football, sideline reporting during COVID and fashion tips

The Walk-Ons talk high school football, sideline reporting during COVID and fashion tips

John Watson, Sports Editor
January 7, 2021
ASUN announces shift in schedule, UNF MBB set to stay local this weekend

ASUN announces shift in schedule, UNF MBB set to stay local this weekend

John Watson, Sports Editor
January 5, 2021
Strong start not enough as Ospreys fall to Auburn

Strong start not enough as Ospreys fall to Auburn

John Watson, Sports Editor
December 18, 2020
UNF COVID-19 Task Force issues end-of-semester Coronavirus update

UNF COVID-19 Task Force issues end-of-semester Coronavirus update

John Watson, Sports Editor
December 14, 2020
Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Gardner Minshew II, left, throws a pass over Tennessee Titans linebacker Derick Roberson (50) during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 13, 2020, in Jacksonville, Fla. (AP Photo/Phelan M. Ebenhack)

Minshew replaces Glennon in third quarter vs Titans, Jaguars lose 12th straight game

John Watson, Sports Editor
December 13, 2020
Ryan Burkhardt recorded eight points (two treys) in the 76-67 loss to Creighton.

Perseverance and versatility lead Ospreys to first win of the season against FIU

John Watson, Sports Editor
December 13, 2020
Late push not enough as UNF loses close one to FAU in MBB home opener

Late push not enough as UNF loses close one to FAU in MBB home opener

John Watson, Sports Editor
December 8, 2020
Downtown Jacksonville Landing View of St.Johns River.

UNF PORL releases results from poll on Lot J construction, Jaguars leadership approval rating

John Watson, Sports Editor
December 3, 2020
Darvin Nelson

Ospreys fall to Seminoles without Hendricksen; Driscoll excited for upcoming games

John Watson, Sports Editor
December 3, 2020
North Florida's Jose Placer (15) scored a career-high 26 points for the Ospreys, but it wasn't enough as UNF fell to Flagler on Saturday afternoon. (Ethan Hyman/The News & Observer via AP)

Missed opportunities and turnovers plague Ospreys in loss to Miami

John Watson, Sports Editor
November 30, 2020
What in the world is Small Business Saturday?

What in the world is Small Business Saturday?

John Watson, Sports Editor
November 28, 2020
UNF WBB loses season-opener to ranked NC State 65-93

UNF WBB loses season-opener to ranked NC State 65-93

John Watson, Sports Editor
November 25, 2020
Jacksonville Jaguars running back James Robinson, left, leaps over Pittsburgh Steelers cornerback Steven Nelson (22) as linebacker Olasunkanmi Adeniyi (92) comes in to help during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 22, 2020, in Jacksonville, Fla. (AP Photo/Matt Stamey)

Why the Jaguars have much to look forward to after Sunday’s loss

John Watson, Sports Editor
November 24, 2020
The Walk-Ons talk high school football, Taysom Hill and a difficult matchup for the Jaguars

The Walk-Ons talk high school football, Taysom Hill and a difficult matchup for the Jaguars

John Watson, Sports Editor
November 22, 2020
A photo take outside of the game room near the exterior door to the Student Union.

Major updates come as construction of the Game Room reaches final stages

John Watson, Sports Editor
November 16, 2020
Newcomers and leadership highlight UNF's first virtual Basketball Media Day

Newcomers and leadership highlight UNF’s first virtual Basketball Media Day

John Watson, Sports Editor
November 11, 2020
Jazz Bond had 13 rebounds in the ASUN/MAAC Challenge. Photo by Khorri Newton.

ASUN WBB preseason player of the year Jazz Bond speaks on the team’s ‘win everyday’ mentality

John Watson, Sports Editor
November 10, 2020
Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Jake Luton throws a pass during the second half of an NFL football game against the Houston Texans, Sunday, Nov. 8, 2020, in Jacksonville, Fla. (AP Photo/Phelan M. Ebenhack)

Late push not enough as Jaguars lose seventh straight

John Watson, Sports Editor
November 8, 2020
Walk-Ons talk world series drama, Jake Luton and covering high school football

Walk-Ons talk world series drama, Jake Luton and covering high school football

John Watson, Sports Editor
November 4, 2020
Bellarmine University: five things to know about UNF's newest conference rival

Bellarmine University: five things to know about UNF’s newest conference rival

John Watson, Sports Editor
October 30, 2020
Josh Endicott averaged 54 percent from the field in his first year with the Ospreys.

ASUN releases revised conference basketball schedule; how it affects UNF

John Watson, Sports Editor
October 29, 2020
Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Gardner Minshew, right, is brought down by a group of Los Angeles Chargers defenders during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Oct. 25, 2020, in Inglewood, Calif. (AP Photo/Kyusung Gong)

Jaguars still struggling as Chargers QB Herbert shines in first career win.

John Watson, Sports Editor
October 26, 2020
Darvin Nelson

Report: Ospreys MBB heading north to NC State to play in multi-team event in late November

John Watson, Sports Editor
October 23, 2020
The Walk-Ons talk the World Series, Jaguars football and Atlanta sadness

The Walk-Ons talk the World Series, Jaguars football and Atlanta sadness

John Watson, Sports Editor
October 20, 2020
Consistently inconsistent Jaguars lose fifth straight in 34-16 loss to Detroit

Consistently inconsistent Jaguars lose fifth straight in 34-16 loss to Detroit

John Watson, Sports Editor
October 18, 2020
Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Gardner Minshew (15) walks off the field after failing to make a first down against the Houston Texans during the second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Oct. 11, 2020, in Houston. (AP Photo/Eric Christian Smith)

Jaguars lose yet again, but what’s new?

John Watson, Sports Editor
October 12, 2020
Video: Construction of UNF's competition swimming complex

Video: Construction of UNF’s competition swimming complex

John Watson, Sports Editor
October 9, 2020
Graduates celebrating their hard work.

Graduation application deadline extended to next Friday

John Watson, Sports Editor
October 8, 2020
The Bookstore shaving a large sale on apparel .Photo by Valeree Del Guidice

UNF Bookstore hosts online ‘Cyber Sale’ this week

John Watson, Sports Editor
October 5, 2020
Cincinnati Bengals running back Joe Mixon (28) leaps over Jacksonville Jaguars cornerback Chris Claybrooks (27) for a touchdown in the first half of an NFL football game in Cincinnati, Sunday, Oct. 4, 2020. (AP Photo/Bryan Woolston)

Jaguars defense continues to struggle in loss to Bengals

John Watson, Sports Editor
October 5, 2020
Walk-Ons talk postseason baseball, LeBron James and the Falcons

Walk-Ons talk postseason baseball, LeBron James and the Falcons

John Watson, Sports Editor
October 1, 2020
CAPE CANAVERAL, FLORIDA - MAY 30: The SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket launches into space with NASA astronauts Bob Behnken (R) and Doug Hurley aboard the rocket from the Kennedy Space Center on May 30, 2020 in Cape Canaveral, Florida. The inaugural flight is the first manned mission since the end of the Space Shuttle program in 2011 to be launched into space from the United States. (Photo by Saul Martinez/Getty Images)

Jack-O-Lanterns in space? SpaceX set to launch second crewed mission on Halloween

John Watson, Sports Editor
September 30, 2020
Jaguars vs. Dolphins preview: The duel in Duval of two magicians

Jaguars vs. Dolphins preview: The duel in Duval of two magicians

John Watson, Sports Editor
September 24, 2020
Jaguars place Josh Lambo on injured reserve with hip injury; will miss game against Dolphins and more

Jaguars place Josh Lambo on injured reserve with hip injury; will miss game against Dolphins and more

John Watson, Sports Editor
September 23, 2020
The Walk-Ons recap week one of the NFL season and more

The Walk-Ons recap week one of the NFL season and more

John Watson, Sports Editor
September 20, 2020
UNF study abroad fair is returning to campus; what you need to know

UNF study abroad fair is returning to campus; what you need to know

John Watson, Sports Editor
September 17, 2020
NCAA announces start date for 2020-2021 college basketball season

NCAA announces start date for 2020-2021 college basketball season

John Watson, Sports Editor
September 17, 2020
Drafting UNF's second ever dodgeball team

Drafting UNF’s second ever dodgeball team

John Watson, Sports Editor
September 16, 2020
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