Florida Poly spent its first decade building an identity around STEM. Now, as the university enters its next stage of growth, it’s adding intercollegiate athletics.
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Lkld Lore: Lakeland High School’s 2006 State Championship Football Team
After a historic game that came down to inches, seven Dreadnaughts would go on to become “Gatornaughts,” and four made it to the NFL.
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Florida Poly’s Fledgling Athletics Program Secures Use of Auburndale Sports Facilities
The Phoenix will use the Lake Myrtle Sports Complex, Auburndale Softball Complex, and Auburndale Community Center for three years, beginning with the inaugural men’s soccer match next month.
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Bryant Stadium to Host Inaugural ‘Pouncey Classic’ on July 18
On Saturday, July 18, the Pouncey Foundation and New Beginnings High School will host the inaugural Pouncey Classic from 2 to 8 p.m. at Bryant Stadium, home of the Lakeland Dreadnaughts
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2026 Polk County Sports Awards Celebrate Athletic Achievement
More than 80 athletes and coaches and six teams were recognized at the 2026 Polk County All Sports Awards and Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony.
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Beyond Spring Training: Hundreds of Teams Visit Polk County for RussMatt and THE Spring Games
Baseball and softball tournaments bring more than 600 teams, thousands of visitors, and millions in economic impact to local fields this spring.
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Detroit Tigers Begin 61st Preseason at Publix Field at Joker Marchant Stadium
2026 Spring Training marks the team’s 90th campaign at TigerTown in Lakeland, the longest current relationship between a Major League Baseball team and a host city.
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Lakeland’s Lake Gibson High School Boasts Three Alumni in Super Bowl LX
Three former Braves — a linebacker, assistant coach, and NFL official — will take the field this Sunday.
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Lake Gibson Braves Wrestling Secures 11th State Title
The Lake Gibson Braves wrestling team came back from injuries to win its 11th state title in January, but the season isn’t over yet.
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Polk Senior Games Return for the 33rd Year of Competition
Registration is open for the 2026 Polk Senior Games where men and women aged 50 and over compete for gold in 97 Olympic-style events.
