At the beginning of 2007, I was recovering from having my left triceps reattached to my elbow. I had been a competitive weightlifter for 47 years. Since I was already weak, I decided I might as well lose some weight and make a comeback in a lower weight class. ...more

October 9, 2008

Some of the major accomplishments during the past quarter-century by athletes who were past the age of 40: ...more

August 24, 2008

WRESTLING Springstead wrestlers Nick, Dustin Soto earn All-American honors at prestigious national tournament. ...more

July 31, 2008

When it comes to high school coaches, prep athletes can get a wide range of mentors. ...more

June 23, 2008

Brandon High wrestling standout Eric Grajales came up short Friday in his quest to earn a spot on the United States wrestling team for the 2008 Summer Games in Beijing. ...more

June 14, 2008

It had to happen this way. John Stanjeski helped get the Mitchell wrestling program on its feet as an assistant for five seasons. In Season 6, Stanjeski became the head coach. ...more

May 28, 2008

Hunter Joyer impressed people when he lifted 445 pounds on the bench press during the Class 2A state boys weightlifting meet last month in Daytona Beach. ...more

May 28, 2008

WRESTLING Ex-Leopard grappler Michael Combs shooting for World Junior Greco-Roman Tournament. ...more

May 18, 2008

Brianna Hooker had a moment when she just had to yawn. The River Ridge High junior spent Friday night at the prom and came home at 12:30 a.m. ...more

May 13, 2008

Three years ago, as a member of Mitchell High's softball team, Tenisha Dixon realized she needed to improve. Succeeding at a higher level required increased strength and better conditioning. She turned to her mother, Regenia, Mitchell's assistant weightlifting coach. Shortly afterward, Dixon began lifting weights regularly. ...more

February 24, 2008