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The Jacksonville Jaguars and Dennard have parted ways nine days after agreeing to a three-year, $13.5 million contract in free agency. The Jaguars said Thursday, March 26, 2020, “the two sides could not come to an agreement on the final contract terms. (TRIBUNE NEWS SERVICE)

The Jacksonville Jaguars and Dennard have parted ways nine days after agreeing to a three-year, $13.5 million contract in free agency. The Jaguars said Thursday, March 26, 2020, “the two sides could not come to an agreement on the final contract terms. (TRIBUNE NEWS SERVICE)

NFL: Jaguars, Dennard part ways after agreeing to 3-year contract

ASSOCIATED PRESS
Thursday, March 26, 2020
JACKSONVILLE — The Jacksonville Jaguars and cornerback Darqueze Dennard have parted ways nine days after agreeing to a three-year, $13.5 million contract in free agency. The Jaguars said Thursday “the two sides could not come to an agreement on the final contract terms.
Columbia coach Brian Thomas looks on during the Tigers’ game against on March 3. (BRENT KUYKENDALL/Lake City Reporter)

Columbia coach Brian Thomas looks on during the Tigers’ game against on March 3. (BRENT KUYKENDALL/Lake City Reporter)

PREP BASEBALL: Brian Thomas' quest for 300 wins halted by coronavirus

JORDAN KROEGER
Tuesday, March 24, 2020
Before every season, Columbia’s baseball players come up with team goals as well as personal goals. The same goes for Brian Thomas, who eyed a milestone heading into his fourth year as the Tigers’ head coach.
The Olympic Training Center in Colorado Spring is closed due to the coronavirus. (ISAIAH J. DOWNING/USA TODAY Sports)

The Olympic Training Center in Colorado Spring is closed due to the coronavirus. (ISAIAH J. DOWNING/USA TODAY Sports)

CORONAVIRUS: Tokyo Olympics postponed to 2021

ASSOCIATED PRESS
Tuesday, March 24, 2020
Not even the Summer Olympics could withstand the force of the coronavirus. After weeks of hedging, the IOC took the unprecedented step of postponing the world's biggest sporting event, a global extravaganza that's been cemented into the calendar for more than a century.
Al Woods agreed to a one-year contract to join the Jaguars on Monday. (TRIBUNE NEWS SERVICE)

Al Woods agreed to a one-year contract to join the Jaguars on Monday. (TRIBUNE NEWS SERVICE)

NFL: Jaguars agree to sign journeymen defenders Marsh, Woods

ASSOCIATED PRESS
Tuesday, March 24, 2020
JACKSONVILLE — The Jacksonville Jaguars have agreed to sign two journeymen defenders in free agency: linebacker/pass-rusher Cassius Marsh and defensive tackle Al Woods. Marsh, who notched 36 tackles and 2 1/2 sacks in 16 games with Arizona last season, agreed to terms on a one-year contract Monday.
Columbia’s head basketball coach Steve Faulkner instructs his players against Dillard during the Class 6A state semifinals at The RP Funding Center on March 5, in Lakeland. (MICHAEL WILSON/Special to the Reporter)

Columbia’s head basketball coach Steve Faulkner instructs his players against Dillard during the Class 6A state semifinals at The RP Funding Center on March 5, in Lakeland. (MICHAEL WILSON/Special to the Reporter)

BOYS BASKETBALL: Columbia coach Steve Faulkner finishes runner-up in 6A Coach of the Year voting

JORDAN KROEGER
Monday, March 23, 2020
Columbia’s stellar basketball season received more recognition on Monday. Head coach Steve Faulkner finished runner-up in the the Florida Dairy Farmers Class 6A Coach of the Year voting behind Bartow’s Terrence McGriff, who led the Yellow Jackets to the state championship.
New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady (12) smiles as he walks off the field before their preseason game against the Detroit Lions at Ford Field in Detroit, on Aug. 8, 2019. (MIKE MULHOLLAND/TNS)

New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady (12) smiles as he walks off the field before their preseason game against the Detroit Lions at Ford Field in Detroit, on Aug. 8, 2019. (MIKE MULHOLLAND/TNS)

NFL: Tom Brady officially signs with Buccaneers

ASSOCIATED PRESS
Friday, March 20, 2020
TAMPA — A new look for the NFL: Tom Brady in Tampa Bay pewter and red rather than Patriots red, white and blue. The six-time Super Bowl champion quarterback signed a two-year contract in free agency on Friday, embarking on a “new football journey” with the Buccaneers.
Columbia baseball player Lance Minson steps into the batter's box during the Tigers' Purple & Gold game on Feb. 7. (FILE)

Columbia baseball player Lance Minson steps into the batter's box during the Tigers' Purple & Gold game on Feb. 7. (FILE)

PREP SPORTS: Is this it? Seniors hope the coronavirus doesn't end their careers prematurely

JORDAN KROEGER
Thursday, March 19, 2020
Asherah Collins was in the middle of a track meet when she heard the news last Friday. The Columbia County school district was canceling classes, along with all athletic events, for two weeks due to the coronavirus pandemic following a statewide mandate.