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Jacksonville Jaguars running back James Robinson (25) runs past Houston Texans defensive tackle Jaleel Johnson (93) and middle linebacker Neville Hewitt (43) on Dec. 19, 2021, in Jacksonville. (AP FILE)

NFL: Jaguars RB James Robinson ready to 'be me again' in opener

ASSOCIATED PRESS

Friday, September 9, 2022

JACKSONVILLE — Running back James Robinson could be on a snap count when Jacksonville opens the season at Washington on Sunday. The third-year pro is working his way back from a torn Achilles tendon in his left leg sustained at the New Yok Jets in December.

PREP ROUNDUP: Disosway breaks own CHS record, plus golf scores

NEWS STAFF

Friday, September 9, 2022

Another week, another record-setting performance by Columbia swimmer Ian Disosway After breaking the school record in the 100-yard breaststroke against Baker County on Sept. 1, Disosway topped his own mark Wednesday against P.K. Yonge, winning the event in 1:04.08. His previous record was 1:04.47.

Columbia High linebacker Tyrell Peterson (left) and defensive back Jaylen Cooper converge on a Union County ballcarrier last week. The Tigers are looking to pick up their first win of the season when Deland visits Tiger Stadium tonight. (BRENT KUYKENDALL/Lake City Reporter)

PREP FOOTBALL: Here’s everything you need to know for the Week 3 games

NEWS STAFF

Thursday, September 8, 2022

DELAND (1-1) AT COLUMBIA (0-2) Kickoff: 7:30 p.m. Last week: Union County 31, Columbia 27; Deland 40, Centennial 22 Last season’s meeting: Did not play Players to watch: Columbia: Jaden Robinson (Sr., LB); Deland: Javon Ross (Sr.

Florida coach Billy Napier, front right, and quarterback Anthony Richardson watch from the sideline against Utah last Saturday in Gainesville. (AP Photo/Phelan M. Ebenhack)

COLLEGE FOOTBALL: All eyes on Richardson as Kentucky, Florida begin SEC play

ASSOCIATED PRESS

Thursday, September 8, 2022

GAINESVILLE — Anthony Richardson dazzled a packed Swamp in Florida's season opener, delivering more feel-good moments than anyone honestly could have expected. Long runs, precise throws, broken tackles, clutch plays, a whirly-bird 2-point conversation, the go-ahead touchdown.

Columbia quarterback Tyler Jefferson, trying to avoid a Union County defender last Friday, will try to deliver the Tigers their first win of the season Friday when Deland visits. (BRENT KUYKENDALL/Lake City Reporter)

PREP FOOTBALL: Tigers looking for first win to jumpstart season

JORDAN KROEGER

Wednesday, September 7, 2022

The words have reverberated throughout the Columbia locker room this week. Just get one. The Tigers believe one win can get their season turned around after a surprising 0-2 start.

Fort White’s Najeeb Smith looks for a crease in the Newberry defense in the Indians’ 34-17 loss last week. (CHRISTINA FEAGIN/Special to the Reporter)

PREP FOOTBALL: Indians look for revenge against Keystone

MORGAN MCMULLEN

Wednesday, September 7, 2022

FORT WHITE — When the Indians suit up to take on Keystone Heights, they’ll do so without one of the more impactful linemen on their roster. Still, considering the recent history between the two teams, motivation won’t be an issue.

Suwannee defensive lineman Robert Robinson wraps up Hamilton County quarterback Chance Cherry last Friday. (JAMIE WACHTER/Lake City Reporter)

PREP FOOTBALL: ’Dogs will get identity lesson from Indians

JAMIE WACHTER

Wednesday, September 7, 2022

LIVE OAK — Two weeks into the season, the Suwannee Bulldogs are still trying to figure out exactly what kind of team they are. Are they physical or finesse? Do the Bulldogs’ teeth come out on defense or do they enjoy flashing their offensive skill?

Branford quarterback Cohen David looks for room to run against Fort White in a Preseason Classic game Aug. 19. (MORGAN MCMULLEN/Lake City Reporter)

PREP FOOTBALL: Buccaneers braced for challenge from Bulldogs

CONCEPCION LEDEZMA

Wednesday, September 7, 2022

BRANFORD — Just moments following Branford’s invigorating 54-0 victory against overmatched Bronson at home, coach Tim Clark made sure to give his team a reality check. “As soon as the clock ran out on Friday, our message to them was ‘Hey, next week is not going to be like this,’” Clark said.

A pair of Lafayette High defenders wrap up a Taylor County ballcarrier last week. (JACK HOWDESHELL/Special to the Reporter)

PREP FOOTBALL: Lafayette looks to regroup against Hamilton County

CONCEPCION LEDEZMA

Wednesday, September 7, 2022

MAYO — The game couldn’t have started any better for Lafayette last Friday at Taylor County. LHS took the opening possession, used up 11 plays to build a 6-0 lead on Kiami McKnight 1-yard run. “We wanted to establish the run early on, and we did that,” Lafayette coach Marcus Edwards said.

Florida State running back Trey Benson (3) fights for extra yardage as Duquesne defenders pursue in the Seminoles' Week 1 game in Tallahassee. (PHIL SEARS/Associated Press)

COLLEGE FOOTBALL: ACC gets shot to boost reputation

ASSOCIATED PRESS

Wednesday, September 7, 2022

DURHAM, N.C. — Duke coach Mike Elko has been around college football long enough to know how the season’s opening month can shape the perception of a league’s strength. That’s important in the weeks ahead for the Atlantic Coast Conference.