Tate Aggies Soccer And Basketball Earn Friday Night Wins
December 21, 2024
Tate High School Aggie soccer and basketball both earned wins Friday night.
BOYS BASKETBALL
Tate 89, Navarre 58
BOYS SOCCER
Tate 3, Pensacola 1
Former Aggie Ronnie Douglas Named New Head Coach At Milton
December 20, 2024
Former Tate Aggies football head coach Ronnie Douglas has been named the new head coach for the Milton Panthers.
“With a proven track record of revitalizing struggling football programs, Coach Douglas is poised to bring a new era of success to Milton High School,” the school said Thursday.
Douglas has resigned from Tate in 2015 and after two seasons as head football coach to spend more time on his carwash business. He led the Aggies on two trips to the playoffs in his two seasons with a 8-3 record in his first season and a 9-3 record in his second season. The back-to-back play off appearances were the first for the Tate Aggies since the 1976 and 1977 seasons. Before Douglas, the Aggies won a four total games during three seasons.
He took over the Pine Forest High School football program in 2020 before resigning in 2022. He was 28-8 over three seasons at Pine Forest.
“Coach Douglas arrives with a wealth of experience, having previously turned around multiple underperforming teams into competitive powerhouses,” Milton High said in a press release. “His strategic vision, dedication to player development, and commitment to building winning cultures make him an exceptional choice for Milton High School. With a focus on strong fundamentals, teamwork, and community engagement, Coach Douglas is set to inspire both players and fans alike. We are excited to welcome Coach Ronnie Douglas to the Panther family. His impressive history of transforming football programs is exactly what we need as we look to elevate our program to new heights. We believe that Coach Douglas will not only drive our athletes to excel on the field but also help them grow as individuals off the field.”
Milton High was 0-10 this past season and is a combined 6-24 since 2022.
FloridaHighSchoolFootball.com also named Douglas as the All-Panhandle Coach of the Year.
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Tate Lady Aggies Down Northview (With Photo Gallery)
December 17, 2024
The Tate Lady Aggies defeated the Northview Chiefs 70-23 Monday night during Ugly Sweater Night at Tate’s Fryman Gym.
Sam Williams led the Aggies on the court with 23 points. Brelynn Morris added 18 for Tate, while Taylor Malone had 10 points and Sarah Mitchell contributed eight. Other Aggie scorers were Amerie McGee with five, Kahri Davis with four and Kaylie Mitchell with two. Northview stats were not reported.
For a photo gallery, click here.
The Tate Lady Aggies will host Navarre on Wednesday in their final game until the new year. Northview will enjoy a long winter break until a January 9, 2025, game against Pensacola Catholic.
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Tate Aggies Win Two Over The Atmore Blue Devils
December 17, 2024
The Tate Aggies won two of the Escambia County High Blue Devils Monday night in Atmore.
The Tate varsity defeated Atmore 86-67, and the JV Aggies beat ECHS 58-25.
For more photos from varsity action, click here.
The Aggies play next at the Escambia Gators, and host Navarre on Friday night to round out the calendar year.
Photos by Andrew Garner/Atmore Advance for NorthEscambia.com, click to enlarge.
Tate High’s Nate Ozuna Signs To Play Baseball At Pellissippi State
December 17, 2024
Tate High School’s Nate Ozuna signed Monday to play baseball for the Pellissippi State Panthers in Tennessee. Photos for NorthEscambia.com, click to enlarge.
SEC Soccer Tourney Remaining In Escambia County Through 2026 And Perhaps Beyond
December 14, 2024
The SEC Women’s Soccer Tournament will remain in Escambia COunty through 2026, with a possible extension to 2029, following a successful partnership since 2022, according to Pensacola Sports.
This year’s tournament at Ashton Brosnaham Park off 10 Mile Road, which saw Texas win its first SEC title, drew increased attendance compared to 2023.
Escambia County’s Ashton Brosnaham Athletic Park features 13 full-size soccer fields and a stadium complex with modern locker rooms across its 103 acres. This facility, combined with Pensacola’s beaches and hospitality, has established the city as a premier destination for collegiate soccer, Pensacola Sports said.
“Pensacola has provided an outstanding experience for our teams and SEC soccer fans,” said SEC Commissioner Greg Sankey. Similarly, Pensacola Sports President Ray Palmer expressed enthusiasm about the extension, noting their commitment to enhancing the tournament experience each year.
“Each year, we strive to enhance the tournament experience for everyone involved, and this extension shows the confidence the SEC has in Pensacola as a host city,” said Palmer. “We’re looking forward to welcoming the teams and their supporters back through 2026 and possibly beyond.”
For soccer championship action photos, click here.
For Fan Fest photos, click here.
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Flomaton Hurricane Head Coach Doug Vickery Retiring After 19 Years
December 13, 2024
Longtime Flomaton High School head football coach Doug Vickery has announced that he retiring from coaching in the state of Alabama.
Vickery has been the head coach for the Hurricanes for 19 years. During those 19 years, Vickery led the Hurricanes to their first-ever state championship in 2018, and there have been five quarterfinal appearances. Three of his boys played football for Flomaton during his tenure.
Vickery has not said will be next for him.
Above and below: Flomaton head coach Doug Vickery. NorthEscambia.com photos, click to enlarge. Pictured bottom two photos: The Flomaton Hurricanes and Vickery celebrate their first ever state championship. Trent Penny/Anniston Star for NorthEscambia.com, click to enlarge.
Tate High’s Tristen Showalter Signs To Play Softball At Reid State
December 13, 2024
Tate High School’s Tristen Showalter signed Thursday to play softball with the Reid State Lions. Photos for NorthEscambia.com, click to enlarge.
Tate High’s Blakely Campbell Signs To Play Softball At University of Mobile
December 12, 2024
Tate High School’s Blakely Campbell signed Wednesday to play softball for the University of Mobile Rams. Photos for NorthEscambia.com, click to enlarge.
Tate High’s Lacy Wilson Signs To Play Softball With Huntingdon College
December 11, 2024
Tate High School’s Lacey Wilson signed on Tuesday play softball for Huntingdon College
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