Tate Beats Crestview
October 19, 2013
The Tate Aggies hit the road Friday night to take on the Crestview Bulldogs with their eyes on a playoff berth. The Bulldogs played hard taking the lead during the game, but could not hold off the Aggies’ offense. And Tate went on beat Crestview by a score of 29-24.
Tate started off the game by blocking a Crestview punt early in the first quarter, leading to a 32-yard field goal from kicker Dylan Mancuso. Tate took the early lead, 3-0. Again in the first quarter, Mancuso kicked a field goal. The 29-yarder made the score Tate 6, Crestview 0.
Later in the second quarter, the Bulldogs had the Aggies near the on endzone when Tate’s quarterback dropped the ball in the end zone and was able to fall on it. That gave the Bulldogs a safety with the score 6-2. Late in the 2nd quarter, Crestview decided to go for it on fourth down, throwing an 18-yard touchdown pass for a 9-6 Aggies lead at the half.
Crestview began the second half with a 97 yard touchdown drive to increase their lead over Tate 16-6. Crestview had the momentum until a tipped pass landed in the hands of Tate’s Diamonte Thompson, who took it 5- yards for a Aggie touchdown. Tate still trailed 13-16.
On Tate’s next possession, Tia Samuel sprinted up the middle of the field for a 79-yard touchdown run. Tate missed the extra point, to make the score Tate 19, Crestview 16. The Aggies’ next score was again by Tia Samuel. This one was for 25 yards to increase Tate’s lead to 26-16.
Tate’s Dylan Mancuso was called on again for his thid field goal of the night. He kicked a 44-yard field goal to make the score 29-16. With less than a minute to go, the Aggies intentionally gave up a safety to make the score Tate 29 Crestview 18. Crestview was able to quickly score on their next possession, but failed to convert the two point conversion to make the final score Tate 29, Crestview 24.
Tate’s Coach Ronnie Douglas said that he was “very pleased with the win. The players worked really hard all week for the game”. We hurt ourselves in the first half, but were able to come out in the seconded half and play a better game”.
Tate (6-2, 1-1) travels to Ft Walton next week. Kickoff is at 7:00.
by Darryl Singleton
Baker Beats Jay
October 19, 2013
The Baker Gators continued their perfect season Friday night with a 21-13 win over the Jay Royals n the War on Highway 4 game.
With the district win, the Gators ensured a playoff spot and improving their record to 7-0, 2-0 in District 1-1A. The Royals moved to 3-4 for the season, 0-2 in the district.
The Royals will be on the road again next Friday night as they travel to Cottondale to take on the Hornets at 7 p.m.
Pictured: The Jay Royals at the Baker Gators Friday night. Photos by Michele Gibbs for NorthEscambia.com, click to enlarge.
Friday Night Finals
October 19, 2013
Here are final scores from around the area tonight:
- Northview 35, Freeport 0 [Read more...]
- Tate 29, Crestview 24 [Read more...]
- Baker 21, Jay 13 [Read more...]
- West Florida 63 Gulf Breeze 14
- Pace 20, Pensacola 18
- Navarre 35, Choctaw 28
- Niceville 28, FWB 21
- Catholic 41, Arnold 0
- Milton 24, Escambia 21
- Leroy 26, Flomaton 19
- T.R. Miller 42, Straughn 7
- Opp 27, W.S. Neal 24
- Escambia Academy 26, Clarke Prep 14
- Hillcrest 52, Escambia Co. (Atmore) 14
JV Football: Baker Gators Beat The Northview Chiefs
October 18, 2013
The junior varsity Baker Gators defeated the JV Northview Chiefs Thursday night, 14-6.
The Chiefs only score came on a touchdown run from freshman Desmone Knight in the second quarter. With failed extra point attempt, Baker was up 7-6 headed into a halftime performance by the Northview Tribal Beat Band.
The JV Chiefs will host West Florida High School next Thursday at 6 p.m. in a game that was rescheduled from October 3.
Pictured top: Desmone Knight scores a touchdown for the junior varsity Northview Chiefs Thursday night in Bratt. NorthEscambia.com photos, click to enlarge.
Lady Chiefs Wind Down Season, Begin Playoff Action Next Week
October 18, 2013
The Northview Lady Chiefs wrapped up their regular season this week as they prepare to move into the playoffs next week.
Thursday night, Northview took on Central High on the road. Scores were:
JV: 19-25, 7-25 with Central winning.
Varsity: 25-16, 25-27, 25-11, 25-16 with Northview winning.
E’Layzha Bates had three aces, one kill and a block for the Chiefs, while Lana Clayton had five aces and two kills.
On Tuesday, the Chiefs traveled to Bay Minette to take on Baldwin County High School:
JV: 16-25, 23-25 with BCH winning
Varsity: 14-25, 10-25, 10-25 with BCH winning
Northview will begin district playoff action Tuesday at 6 p.m. at Northview as the Lady Chiefs take on the winner of a Monday night game between Freeport and Holmes County.
NorthEscambia.com file photo.
Pensacola Marathon Sells Out For Second Straight Year
October 17, 2013
The growth of the running industry continues to impact the Pensacola Marathon as the full marathon category has sold out for the second straight year. The Pensacola Marathon also features a half marathon and relay category.
Only 400 half marathon spots and 50 team slots remain at this point.
In total, nearly 2,500 people will participate in this year’s event on Sunday, November 10, which is a 30 percent increase over last year’s registration numbers.
“We are pleased with the growth and support of this event from the runners and community,” said Ray Palmer, executive director of the Pensacola Sports Association, the event’s managing company. “Nearly 40 percent of the runners are from out of town which speaks volumes to our race management and our community. Runners enjoy this event and visiting Pensacola and are telling their friends about it.”
For complete race information and to register for one of the few half marathon or relay spots, runners can visit www.marathonpensacola.com or call 850-434-2800.
Northview, Major Leaguer Caleb Gindl To Hold Baseball Clinic For Ages 9-17
October 15, 2013
Northview Baseball and Major Leaguer Caleb Gindl of the Milwaukee Brewers will present a fall baseball clinic for ages 9-17. Participants will receive on the field experience while supporting the Northview Chiefs baseball program.
The clinic will be held Saturday, November 9 from 9 a.m. until 1 p.m. at the Northview baseball complex. The cost is $40 per participant. Pre-register by October 29 for a free clinic t-shirt. The number of registrations are limited.
For more information or to register, call the Northview Diamond Club at (850) 554-8594.
Friday Football Schedule
October 14, 2013
Here’s a look at the Friday night football schedule for this week:
FLORIDA
- *Freeport at Northview, 7 p.m.
- *Jay at Baker, 7 p.m.
- *Tate at Crestview, 7 p.m.
- *Gulf Breeze at West Florida, 7 p.m.
- *Pine Forest at Washington, 7:30 p.m.
- *Arnold at Catholic, 7:30 p.m.
- *Pace at PHS, 7:30 p.m.
- *Choctawhatchee at Navarre, 7:30 p.m.
- *Escambia at Milton, 7:30 p.m.
* denotes a district game.
ALABAMA
- Flomaton at Leroy
- Hillcrest at Escambia Co. (Atmore)
- Escambia Academy at Clarke Prep
- Straughn at T.R. Miller
- W.S. Neal at Opp
Down And Dirty Mud Run Benefits Group That Helps People Stay Clean
October 13, 2013
Over 1,000 people got down and dirty Saturday in Cantonment as they climbed, crawled, waded and sloshed their way through the Cantonment mud in the Pensacola Mud Run. The proceeds from the event benefit Pathways for Change, a nonprofit committed to keeping people clean – clean from drugs and crime free.
The Pensacola Mud Run was an untimed obstacle course designed to push participants slightly out of their comfort zones. The start and finish were on 117 acres specifically developed for event next to the St. Matthews Baptist Church on Highway 95A in Cantonment.
The three mile loop included a dozen professional designed obstacles, ranging from balance beams across three feet of muddiness, rope walls, mudslides, military crawl through the mud, ice pits, dirt moguls, tires, haystack climbs and more.
The event also included a big surprise for one young lady as her muddy boyfriend proposed..and she said yes.
Pictured: “Team Dirty Faith” from Momentum Church makes their way through the course Saturday at the Pensacola Mud Run in Cantonment. Photos by Beck Lodge for NorthEscambia.com, click to enlarge.
Friday Night Finals
October 12, 2013
Here is a look at Friday night football scores from across the area:
FLORIDA
- Graceville 44, Jay 14 [Read more...]
- Tate 43, Washington 10 [Read more...]
- West Florida 66, Rutherford 27
- Catholic 28, Milton 6
- Niceville 26, Navarre 0
- Crestview 22, Pine Forest 14
- Mosley 13, Gulf Breeze 7
- Pace 31, Fort Walton Beach 17
- Escambia 62, Leon 34
- Baker 42, North Bay Haven 0
- OPEN: Northview, PHS
ALABAMA
- Southern Choctaw 30, Flomaton 22
- Escambia County 34, Monroe County 22
- T.R. Miller 54, Southside Selma 14
- Bayside 34, W.S. Neal 26
- Escambia Academy 44, South Choctaw 10