Northview Baseball Splits Friday The 13th Games With Milton
February 14, 2026
Friday the 13th was perhaps a little bad luck for the Northview Chiefs varsity as they lost to Milton, but luckier for the Northview JV as they earned a big win over the Panthers.
Milton 5, Northview 3
The varsity Northview Chiefs lost to Milton 5-3 on Friday night in Milton.
Jackson Bridges took the loss for Northview, going two and one-third innings while surrendering four runs (two earned) on one hit, walking one and striking out two. Jase Portwood took the mound for three and two-thirds innings in relief, allowing three hits and a run (none earned) as he struck out seven and walked just one.
Bridges had two RBIs for the Chiefs, going 1-4 on the night. Luke Chavers, Dane King and Grayden Sheffield also contributed one hit each.
Next week will be busy in Bratt for the Chiefs; Northview will host Walton on Monday, Freeport on Tuesday, and Escambia on Friday.
Northview 15, Milton 1 (JV)
Tyler McAnally struck out 10 for the Northview Junior Varsity Chiefs in a 15-1 win over Milton on Friday. He gave up five hits and one run in five innings with no walks.
The JV Chiefs took a nine-run lead in the first inning and never looked back.
Greyson Hubbard went 3-3 to lead Northview at bat. McAnally and Karson Miller each had three RBIs. Sawyer Gilmore and Brentley Guy each added multiple hits for NHS, while Bryce Gigier recorded two of Northview’s six walks.
Baseball: Tate Varsity And JV Fall To Pace
February 14, 2026
The Tate varsity and junior varsity Aggies fell to the Pace Patriots on Friday, February 13, at Tate.
Pace 11, Tate 4
The Tate Aggies fell 11-4 to the Pace Patriots Friday night at Tate.
Bryton McLellan pitched four innings of relief ball for the Aggies. He allowed one hit and one run (zero earned), striking out five and walking none. Nathan Connors took the loss for the Tate Varsity Aggies. He pitched for one inning, surrendering eight runs (seven earned) on four hits, walking two and striking out one. Logan Kimmons pitched two, allowing two hits, two runs, walking one and striking out zero.
Hunter Clayton, Kannon Ham, Cooper Halfacre, Evan Taylor, Kaden Posta, and Brody White each had one hit for the Aggies. Ham led with two RBIs, going 1-2 on the night.
Up next, the Aggies will host West Florida on Wednesday, February 18.
Pace 8, Tate 4 (JV)
The Tate Aggies JV took the lead in the bottom of the first against Pace but fell 8-4 on Friday to the Pace Patriots JV.
The early lead for the Aggies came on a two-run Jordan Edmond double, a one-run single from Caileb Javier**,** and a run on an error.
Edmond led the Tate JV with two RBIs, going 1-2. Javier, Edmond**,** and Mason Bryant had one hit each.
Hunter Taylor opened on the mound for Tate, giving up two hits and four runs in one and one-third innings while striking out none and walking four.
Tate High Aggies Boys Tennis Improves To 3-1
February 14, 2026
The Tate High Boys Tennis team picked up a couple of big wins recently.
Last week, Tate High Boys Tennis earned a 6-1 win over West Florida High. Walker Culver provided the spark with hard-fought singles and doubles wins.
This past Thursday, Tate Boys Tennis improved to 3-1 with a 7-0 win over the Escambia Gators.
Up next, the Tate Aggies will host the Washington Wildcats on Tuesday.
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Photos: Ernest Ward, Ransom Volleyball Wrap Regular Season
February 13, 2026
The Ernest Ward Middle Eagles hosted the Ransom Middle Tigers in the final volleyball match of the regular season.
In junior varsity action, Ernest Ward downed Ransom, while the Tigers topped the Eagles in varsity play.
For a photo gallery, click here.
Ernest Ward also celebrated Eighth Grade night, recognizing
- Neveah Allen
- Evie Brooks
- Lola Chavers
- Ryleigh Crabtree
- Lily Lowery
- Brylynn McGhee
- McKenzie Norton
- Harleigh Grace Parsons
- Calee Satterwhite
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Tate Lacrosse Beats PHS 16-2
February 13, 2026
Tate High School Girls Lacrosse beat the Pensacola High Tigers 16-2 on Thursday night at Tate.
With the win, the Aggies are 1-1 on the young season, while PHS dropped to 0-2.
Up next, Tate will host the Milton Panthers in a district matchup on Tuesday, February 17, at 6 p.m.
Preseason Softball: Tate Falls To WFHS
February 13, 2026
West Florida 20, Tate 10
The Tate Aggies fell to the West Florida Jaguars 20-10 in preseason softball on Thursday.
Aubree Gorum was 1-1 for the Aggies at the plate, and led the team with two RBIs. Madison Smillie was 3-5 to lead Tate at bat. Emorie Nelson, Mykamia Padgett, and Jordyn Banks each added a hit.
The Aggies will open the regular season at home against Crestview on Tuesday at 6:30 p.m.
UWF Breaks Ground On New Stadium
February 12, 2026
The University of West Florida reached a historic milestone on Wednesday, officially breaking ground on the Darrell Gooden Stadium, a multi-use football and events facility that represents UWF’s growth and a significant investment in the community.
University leaders, student-athletes, donors, community partners and elected officials gathered on campus to celebrate the start of construction on the project that will enhance the student experience and serve as a hub for community engagement.
“We are celebrating a milestone that represents not just the start of construction, but the continuation of an extraordinary journey that began long before I arrived here,” said UWF President Manny Diaz Jr. “The Darrell Gooden Stadium represents an important step forward for the University of West Florida, creating a place where students, alumni and the community can come together around shared traditions and feel proud to be Argonauts. I would like to thank the Tourist Development Council, the Gooden family and our generous donors for their long-term commitment to the growth and future of UWF.”
Designed to expand seating capacity from approximately 3,800 to 7,500, the new stadium will include premium seating, club areas and suites, along with modern amenities that enhance the game-day experience and allow the facility to host a wide range of events beyond football.
“This groundbreaking marks a transformative era for Argonaut Athletics, providing our student-athletes with a championship-caliber home that matches their dedication on the field and ‘builds champions for life,’” said UWF Athletics Director Dave Scott. “By bringing football and major events directly to the heart of our campus, we are creating an unmatched game-day environment that will strengthen the bond between our University and the entire Pensacola community for generations to come.”
The stadium is funded through a combination of institutional investment and donor support, including a lead gift in excess of $9 million that secured the facility’s name. The project also received a $2 million grant from Escambia County’s Tourist Development Council through the Tourist Development Tax, recognizing the stadium’s impact on tourism and economic activity.
“The stadium is a whole new game changer, and I think it will really change the program for the betterment of the University,” Gooden said. “I’m just blessed and proud, and I feel very honored that the stadium is going to be named after me. I think that’s just a great honor, and I’m really excited to see this thing move forward and get the new stadium done.”
The first kickoff at Darrell Gooden Stadium is planned for Fall of 2027. Construction on Darrell Gooden Stadium will continue while the Argos compete during the 2026 season. As part of the phased development, a new state-of-the-art LED video board — measuring 85 feet wide by 30 feet tall — will be installed in the end zone opposite the Darrell Gooden Center and will be in place for the 2026 season. The video board will enhance the game-day experience for fans while supporting future media, marketing and community event opportunities as the stadium project moves toward full completion.
“This stadium changes what’s possible for our program,” said Head Football Coach Kaleb Nobles. “It enhances recruiting, allows us to attract quality opponents, and gives our student-athletes a first-class environment that reflects the direction of UWF Athletics. Most importantly, it gives our fans and community a place they can truly call home.”
Economic impact studies from the UWF Haas Center project substantial benefits from the new stadium. Over a five year period, the football program alone is expected to generate $23.3 million in economic output and contribute $8.7 million to Escambia County’s gross regional product, excluding construction costs. Historically, UWF Athletics has generated $248.6 million in total economic output over a five year period, while the University contributes approximately $1.4 billion annually.
Barrineau Park Historical Society Donates To Northview Lady Chiefs Softball
February 12, 2026
The Barrineau Park Historical Society (BPHS) presented a $500 donation on Wednesday to the Northview High School Lady Chiefs softball team.
BPHS is a Northview partner in education. The donation was presented by Craig Exner to Northview coach Amy Holland.
According to the school, BPHS believes in “investing in the youth of today who will be the leaders of tomorrow.”
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Baseball Season Openers: Northview Falls To Catholic; Tate Blanks Pine Forest
February 11, 2026
Pensacola Catholic 5, Northview 3
The Northview Chiefs dropped their season opener to the Pensacola Catholic Crusaders 5-3 on Tuesday night in Bratt.
Catholic took a 1-0 lead into the top of the fourth on a fly-out. A Jase Portwood sacrifice fly tied the game at 1-1 in the bottom of the sixth. Catholic regained the lead in the top of the seventh.
At the plate, Portwood led with one RBI. Taylor Curtis went 2-3, while Dane King and Luke Chavers were both 1-3.
For a Catholic at Northview photo gallery, click here.
Grayson Burns was first on the mound for Northview, giving up four hits and one run in six innings while striking out nine and walking three.
On Friday, the Chiefs will travel to Milton at 7 p.m.
Tate 23, Pine Forest 0
Tate blanked the Pine Forest Eagles on Tuesday night, 23-0, in the season opener for the Aggies.
At bat, Kannon Ham led Tate going 3-4 and Griffin Cook went 2-2.
On the mound, Bryton McLellan earned the win, allowing one hit and no runs while striking out four. Keelan Beasley pitched one, allowing no hits and no runs while striking out three.
The Aggies will return home Friday night at 7 p.m. to host the Pace Patriots.
Pictured: Pensacola Catholic defeated Northview Tuesday night. NorthEscambia.com photos, click to enlarge.
Tuesday Preseason Softball: Night Ends With Losses for Tate And Northview
February 11, 2026
Niceville 14, Tate 6
In preseason action Tuesday night, the Niceville Eagles defeated the Tate Lady Aggies 14-6.
Kaylie Mitchell hit a solo home run to left field for the Lady Aggies in the bottom of the fourth.
At bat, the Aggies were led by Sarah Mitchell with two RBIs as she went 1-3. Taylor Robinson went 3-4, while Brelynn Morries and Kayleigh Burt each had multiple hits.
Mykamia Padgett went three innings for the Aggies, giving up three runs (two earned) on three hits while striking out five and walking three.
Up next, Tate will take on West Florida on Thursday.
Pace 6, Northview 2
It was a preseason battle between two runner-ups from last year as 6A Pace defeated Rural Division Northview 6-2 on Tuesday night in Pace.
Daviona Rudolph and Avery Stuckey both had one hit for Northview. Peyton Womack and Rudolph each had an RBI.
Mikayla McAnally was first in the circle for the Chiefs, giving up two hits and no runs in two innings, striking out four and recording no walks. Womack threw three innings in relief, surrendering nine hits and six runs (three earned), striking out three and walking zero.
At 4 p.m. Thursday, Northview will take on Navarre in Pace.
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