Danny Federico editor@riverbendnews.org Lafayette High School’s varsity softball team traveled to Madison County High School on Friday, Feb. 20, to take on the Cowgirls. The Hornets were coming off a 15-0 loss…
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Bulldogs honor wrestling seniors after Santa Fe matches
Christian Peterson reporter@riverbendnews.org On Thursday, Feb. 5, Suwannee High School hosted Santa Fe High School for the ultimate wrestling showdown. Families also gathered to honor the seniors who had devoted their time to making the wrestling team succeed. …
Three Branford seniors sign letters of intent
Christian Peterson reporter@riverbendnews.org On Friday, Feb. 6, the Branford High School auditorium was filled in honor of three students as they signed their letters of intent to continue their athletic careers at various colleges. Victoria Swain: Victoria Swain signed…
Hornets celebrate seniors during basketball game
Christian Peterson reporter@riverbendnews.org On Friday, Jan. 30, the Lafayette County High School Hornets hosted their rivals, the Branford High School Buccaneers, for basketball showdowns. While the rivalry games were a big draw for many, another celebration took place that night that…
Trojans celebrate basketball seniors by defeating Bulldogs
Christian Peterson reporter@riverbendnews.org On Friday, Jan. 30, the Hamilton County High School Trojans hosted the Suwannee High School Bulldogs for two basketball games. While the competition was fierce, there was another reason for the crowd gathering…
Buccaneers celebrate seniors with weekend game
Christian Peterson reporter@riverbendnews.org On Saturday, Jan. 31, the Branford High School Buccaneers girls basketball team hosted the Union County Fightin’ Tigers for a weekend showdown. While the girls were the only team competing that evening, the boys team was also present for another…
Two Branford superstars earn Florida Dairy Farmers awards
Christian Peterson reporter@riverbendnews.org Florida is an agriculturally based state, a fact that is especially evident in North Central Florida. One of the region’s most prominent industries is dairy farming, and many local farmers have come together to form the Florida Dairy Farmers organization. While the importance…
Bulldogs dominate at girls weightlifting districts
Christian Peterson reporter@riverbendnews.org Suwannee High School (SHS) has dominated the girls weightlifting scene for years, and with the new season underway, the Bulldogs are once again proving their strength. On Friday, Jan….
Branford Soccer secures double district championship win
Christian Peterson reporter@riverbendnews.org Branford High School soccer program has been growing at a rapid pace. Though the program is only four years old, both the girls’ and boys’ teams are already seeing…
2025-26 All-Riverbend Volleyball Team
Middle Blockers Outside Hitters Right-Side Hitter Setter …
2025-26 All-Riverbend Football Team
Offense Quarterback Tywan “T.K.” Williamson (#9) Senior, Lafayette High School Completed 95 of 172 passes for 1,906 yards and 30 touchdowns, averaging 173.3 yards per game and posting a 112.1 quarterback rating,…
Branford football program to join Sunshine State Athletic Association in 2026
Christian Peterson reporter@riverbendnews.org Athletic associations play an integral role in high school sports across the country. In Florida, the largest and most well-known is the Florida High School Athletic Association (FHSAA). However,…
Suwannee 4-H Livestock Judging Team earns high honors during Georgia contest
Jason Futch reporter2@riverbendnews.org The Suwannee County 4-H Livestock Judging Team participated in the Southeastern 3 Livestock Judging Contest at the Georgia National Fairgrounds in Perry, Ga., from Thursday, Dec. 11, to Friday,…
Buccaneers fight hard but suffer two basketball losses
Christian Peterson reporter@riverbendnews.org On Tuesday, Jan. 6, the Branford High School Buccaneers basketball teams hosted two schools. The evening opened with the girls team facing down their county rivals the Suwannee High…
Hornets celebrate soccer seniors while battling Bulldogs
Christian Peterson reporter@riverbendnews.org On Thursday, Jan. 8, the Lafayette High School Hornets’ boys and girls soccer teams hosted the Taylor County Bulldogs in two soccer showdowns. While the competition was fierce, the…
Suwannee soccer celebrates senior night with victories
Christian Peterson reporter@riverbendnews.org On Friday, Dec. 19, the Suwannee High School Bulldogs hosted the Lafayette High School Hornets for two soccer showdowns. The girls were first on the field, and the Bulldogs…
Trojans defeat Hornets on the basketball court
Christian Peterson reporter@riverbendnews.org On Thursday, Dec. 18, the Hamilton County High School Trojans hosted the Lafayette High School Hornets in a basketball showdown between both the boys and girls teams. Both schools…