Hailey Waldo Riverbend News Volleyball season is just around the corner, and Branford High School (BHS) is preparing to welcome athletes back to the court for tryouts on Monday, July 27, at…
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Sports news for Hamilton, Lafayette and Suwannee counties.
Suwannee Middle School Volleyball Program announces open gym and tryouts
Hailey Waldo Riverbend News Suwannee Middle School (SMS) is gearing up for another volleyball season, with open gym sessions underway and official tryouts scheduled for the week of Monday, July 27. Student-athletes…
Inaugural Red, White and Blue golf tournament held
Ady Kinsley Riverbend News The Suwannee Country Club held its inaugural Red, White and Blue golf tournament on Saturday, July 11, to celebrate America’s 250th birthday. This event was in benefit of…
Suwannee Football 2026-2027
The Bulldogs – League: – Class 3A – Region R1 – District D2 The Bulldogs, coached by Coach Kyler Hall, ended the 2025-26 season with a 1-9 record. SHS seniors are ready…
Lafayette Football 2026-2027
The Hornets – League: Sunshine State – Atlantic North Region In coach Marcus Edwards’s sixth year, the Hornets will compete in a new league. The LHS seniors, #1 Trevor Byrd, #3 Lane O’Steen,…
Hamilton County Football 2026-2027
The Trojans – League: Florida Section Freelance In his second season at Hamilton, coach Fabian Reid is ready to compete in the new Independent Football League. HCHS seniors are fired up and…
Branford Football 2026-2027
The Buccaneers – League: Sunshine State – Atlantic North Region With new coach Will Dettor, Branford looks forward to battling in the new Sunshine State League. Last year the Bucs were 7-4 overall…
AirPitchUSA 3v3 soccer tournament registration is now open
Riverbend News The AirPitchUSA 3v3 North Florida Cup will be held on Saturday, Aug. 1. This single-day event will feature exciting soccer games for players ages 5 and up. There are boys’…
Second Chance Act takes effect, bringing proactive cardiac screenings to Florida student athletes
Story Submitted The Second Chance Act officially took effect statewide on Wednesday, July 1, requiring all high school student-athletes to undergo a medical evaluation, including an electrocardiogram (EKG), before participating in school-sanctioned…
LHS Hornets visit the Jacksonville Jaguars
Photo courtesy of LHS Quarterback Club Members of the Lafayette High School (LHS) Hornets football team had the opportunity to visit the Jacksonville Jaguars in mid-June to watch their Organized Team Activities…
Hamilton County 12U All Stars Softball Takes States Championship
Rick Patrick Riverbend News For the girls on the Hamilton County 12U All Stars softball team, winning state championships is nothing new. According to head coach Pablo Garcia, this same team of…
Hamilton County 16U baseball wins state
Rick Patrick Riverbend News After going undefeated in both the district and state tournaments, the Hamilton County Recreation Department 16U baseball team is moving on to the national level. They will be…
HCHS Football Boosters to hold chicken and rice fundraiser
Ady Kinsley Riverbend News The Hamilton County High School (HCHS) Football Boosters will be holding a fundraiser on Friday, July 10, in support of this year’s Trojan football players. They will be…
Buccaneer volleyball camp to be held this month
Ady Kinsley Riverbend News The Branford High School (BHS) Buccaneer volleyball coaching staff, along with special guest Santa Fe College Head Coach Bailey Coleman, will be holding this year’s Girls’ Volleyball Camp…
Branford Youth Football and Cheer registration is now open
Ady Kinsley Riverbend News Registration for the Branford Youth Football League and Cheerleading team is now open for the 2026 season. The program has football and cheer programs for kids ages 4…
Charity Golf Tournament to benefit local athlete competing internationally
Hailey Waldo Riverbend News Golfers and the community are invited to take part in the First Annual Red, White and Blue Charity Golf Tournament on Saturday, July 11, at the Suwannee Country…
HamCo WaterSmart initiative aims to equip youth with lifesaving swim skills
Hailey Waldo Riverbend News A new program meant to promote water safety and swimming confidence among youth is making a splash this summer. The HamCo WaterSmart initiative will provide Hamilton County children…