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Students taking part of the Fortnite Tournament at the Boathouse in 2018.

Is the Boathouse gone for good?

John Watson, Sports Editor | Sep 3, 2021

Featured Image: Colin McCann Is the Boathouse closed for good? The rise of COVID meant a sudden fall for one of UNF’s oldest dining establishments? With the Boathouse remaining empty for over a...

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Photo Gallery: FSU football practices at UNF

Photo Gallery: FSU football practices at UNF

John Watson, Sports Editor | Aug 12, 2021

Football at UNF? While the Ospreys may not have a football team, they hosted the FSU Seminoles as the team traveled to Jacksonville to practice. The practice was held at the field by UNF Crossings. Photos...

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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 | Aug 2, 2021

As the athletic department looks to kick off the fall season, some roles are being shifted as newly-hired Athletic Director, Nick Morrow takes over. As one of UNF’s office veterans, Ervin Lewis has been...

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Is Planet Fitness really judgment free?

Is Planet Fitness really judgment free?

John Watson, Sports Editor | Jul 20, 2021

Is Planet Fitness really a “Judgement-free zone” when it comes to working out? Gyms like Planet Fitness pride themselves on creating inclusive environments for everyone. But is this inclusivity actually...

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Wait, some UNF sports are still competing?

Wait, some UNF sports are still competing?

John Watson, Sports Editor | May 7, 2021

Featured image: Justin Nedrow As the end of the spring sports seasons come to a near, there is still much at stake for many UNF teams. With some going to play in the ASUN tournament and others finding...

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Game review: MLB The Show 21

Game review: MLB The Show 21

John Watson, Sports Editor | May 7, 2021

Take me out to the ballgame, take me out to the crowd. The sights and sounds from America’s 32 MLB ballparks set the stage for this year's edition of MLB The Show. While many PlayStation users have enjoyed...

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UNF Alumni Andrew Baker has passed away

UNF Alumni Andrew Baker has passed away

John Watson, Sports Editor | Apr 16, 2021

Andrew Baker passed away this morning at 3:53 a.m. after a long battle in the hospital according to a Facebook post from his sister, Gillian McLaughlin. In the post she wrote:  “Patrick Andrew...

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Flames torch Ospreys in wire-to-wire win

Flames torch Ospreys in wire-to-wire win

John Watson, Sports Editor | Feb 12, 2021

Featured Image: Justin Nedrow As Liberty continued to push their lead, the North Florida Ospreys had to play catch-up the entire game and were forced to try and make a miracle happen. The Flames brought...

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When will more sporting events return to campus?

When will more sporting events return to campus?

John Watson, Sports Editor | Jan 14, 2021

Featured Image: Khorri Newton Mark your calendars, set your alarms and put on your finest face coverings because more sports are about to return to campus in January. While basketball has led the athletic...

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What in the world is Small Business Saturday?

What in the world is Small Business Saturday?

John Watson, Sports Editor | Nov 28, 2020

In big cities and in small towns, small businesses are everywhere you look. While you may look past them on your way to work, it is no easy task to own a small business. Small Business Saturday was created...

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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 | Oct 12, 2020

Every week, Jaguars fans are hopeful to go to sleep on Sunday night with a win under their belt and a smile on their face. However, the Jacksonville Jaguars continue to disappoint, and this week’s 30-14...

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Drafting UNF's second ever dodgeball team

Drafting UNF’s second ever dodgeball team

John Watson, Sports Editor | Sep 16, 2020

Featured Image: Jordan Beauchamp | Flickr While there are still no live sporting events being played on UNF's campus, a few key members of last semester's spring dodgeball squad have departed and a...

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