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ANDREW SODERGREN

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Prep baseball: Waiting for state title game hardest part for Estero High Published 05/14/2013 at 7:53 p.m.
After waiting 15 years for this moment, a 12-day layoff isn’t going to deter Frank Turco.
Prep football: Fominaya, Gulf Coast working to build new identity Published 05/13/2013 at 10:55 p.m.
Pete Fominaya knows it’s going to take time to rebuild at Gulf Coast High School.
Shift change: Ex-Blade Hartlieb still a fan favorite Published 05/01/2013 at 10:46 p.m.
Ernie Hartlieb impresses people wherever he goes.
Shift Change: Ex-Blade Brindley coaching future hockey stars Published 04/30/2013 at 8:40 a.m.
Ryan Brindley says he’d like to see Southwest Florida recognized as a hockey factory like Canada, Boston or Minnesota. He’s certainly doing his part to make that happen.
Shift Change: Ex-Blade Brent McDonald keeping a family tradition alive Published 04/29/2013 at 10:13 a.m.
Family is extremely important to former Florida Everblade Brent McDonald, and as a hockey player, he formed a brotherly bond with his teammates.
Shift change: Former Everblades put out fires instead of killing power plays Published 04/27/2013 at 11 p.m.
Terry Lindgren and Matt Pagnutti have experienced all of those in both of their careers — first as professional hockey players and now as firefighters in Estero.
Shift change: Ex-Everblades call SWFL home, thriving in new careers Published 04/27/2013 at 10:59 p.m.
Many of the biggest names in Florida Everblades history have made Southwest Florida their homes after their playing careers were finished.
Prep football: D'Ernest Johnson shakes off fumble, runs Immokalee to state title game Published 12/07/2012 at 11:44 p.m.
MIAMI — D'Ernest Johnson got a pep talk from former Immokalee standout and longtime NFL star Edgerrin James.
Friday night lights: Scenes from Southwest Florida playoff football games Published 11/30/2012 at 11:09 p.m.
They started the day with sights set on a title, three teams looking to inch closer to the Citrus Bowl. For three hours, the boys from Naples, Immokalee and First Baptist Academy battled, their boisterous fa
Prep football: First Baptist hits the road to face unbeaten Dade Christian in 2A semifinal Published 11/29/2012 at 8:28 p.m.
With just four teams still alive in the Class 2A state playoffs, there are no weak teams left.
Prep football: First Baptist notches program's first playoff win Published 11/16/2012 at 11 p.m.
First Baptist Academy was trailing in its first-ever state playoff game, and Indian Rocks Christian had all the momentum after a pair of impressive scoring drives.
Prep football: Lack of finishing kick does in Lely again STATS Updated 10/12/2010 at 2:08 p.m.
For the second consecutive week, a game turned on the Lely Trojans when their opponent fumbled a bad snap on a punt yet still converted for a first down.
Prep football: Heads-up special teams play pushes Lehigh to victory over Lely Updated 10/01/2010 at 11:03 p.m.
In a compelling game full of momentum shifts and big plays, Lehigh punter Derrick Wells had the biggest.
MLB Locals: Hot streak puts Estero's Bighames over .300 Published 08/08/2009 at 5:32 p.m.
Before his first professional baseball season started, Tyler Bighames set a personal goal of hitting .300.
MLB Locals: FGCU alum Peacock aiming high in Marlins organization Published 08/24/2008 at 4 a.m.
The first baseman is hitting .301 in his first professional season with the Gulf Coast League Marlins
Class 3A-14 tiebreaker: After year being ineligible, Immokalee back in the playoffs Published 11/06/2007 at 12:03 a.m.
This one was for the seniors, both this year’s and last. Immokalee’s football team couldn’t go to the state playoffs last year, despite a dominant 10-0 season, due to FHSAA violations. Before this season started, the Indians’ seniors set the ...
Preseason football: Faustin leads Lely over Lehigh, 34-13 Updated 08/23/2007 at 11:31 p.m.
Following Thursday night's victory over Lehigh in a preseason classic, Lely coach Steve Pricer affectionately called senior running back Fortin Faustin “our little Superman.”
Winter Coach of the Year: Mark Rosenbalm Published 04/09/2007 at 6:56 p.m.
The Daily News selects Palmetto Ridge's wrestling coach Mark Rosenbalm as the Coach of the Year.
Wrestler of the Year: Richie Dehnz Published 04/09/2007 at 6:49 p.m.
The Daily News selects Palmetto Ridge's Richie Dehnz as the Wrestler of the Year.
Winter Wrestler of the Year: Richie Dehnz Published 04/09/2007 at 6:49 p.m.
The Daily News selects Palmetto Ridge's Richie Dehnz as the Wrestler of the Year.
Signing Day: Golden Eagles send 4 to play D-I football Published 02/08/2007 at 2:49 a.m.
Bill Kramer called it "one of the most gratifying days a coach can have." With family and friends in attendance, Naples paid tribute to eight football players taking their careers to the next level at a ceremony for National Signing ...
Kobza’s late 3-pointer lifts NHS past Lely Updated 02/04/2007 at 3:30 a.m.
Lely and Naples had played twice during the regular season, with the Trojans posting a pair of double-digit victories. Naples girls basketball coach Dave Walker switched his defense for Saturday’s rematch in the District 4A-12 championship game, and the results ...
Neumann girls upset Evangelical Christian to win 2A-12 soccer title Published 01/19/2007 at 8:33 p.m.
The St. John Neumann girls soccer team upset Evangelical Christian, 1-0, winning a shootout 4-3.
Gulfshore Shootout: Naples bounces back with big win over Cypress Lake Published 12/31/2006 at midnight
At halftime of their third-game guarantee against Cypress Lake at the Naples Daily News Gulfshore Shootout at Golden Gate High School on Saturday, the Naples Golden Eagles looked up at the scoreboard and saw a most welcome sight.
Gulfshore Shootout: Barron battles back to taste victory Published 12/31/2006 at midnight
Barron Collier didn't want to leave the Naples Daily News Gulfshore Shootout empty-handed, yet for much of its third-game guarantee game with Fort Lauderdale-Western, it looked like the Cougars would do just that.
Gulfshore Shootout: Golden Gate tripped up by DeSoto in OT Published 12/30/2006 at midnight
It looked like the perfect ending for Golden Gate. Trailing by one with less than 30 seconds to go against the 11-1 Bulldogs of DeSoto County, the Titans turned on the defensive pressure and got the play they needed. Joey ...
Gulfshore Shootout: Gulf Coast takes Lemon Bay to OT Published 12/30/2006 at midnight
The teams met again Thursday in a consolation semifinal game at the Naples Daily News Gulfshore Shootout at Golden Gate High School, and if not for a controversial technical foul called on the Gulf Coast bench late in regulation, the ...
Bishop McNamara beats DeSoto, advances to semi-finals Published 12/29/2006 at 12:24 a.m.
Gulfshore Shootout Roundup
Gulfshore Shootout: Gulf Coast holds off testy Cypress Lake Published 12/28/2006 at 1:20 p.m.
It was a rare game where both coaches walked away happy at its conclusion. For Gulf Coast coach Adam Hale, he was elated his team came out with much more passion than it had the night before in its loss ...
Gulfshore Shootout: Too little, too late for two-win Naples against Lemon Bay Published 12/28/2006 at 1:14 p.m.
For the second consecutive game at the Naples Daily News Gulfshore Shootout, the Naples Golden Eagles played well enough to win but fell just short.
Gulfshore Shootout Roundup: Senior’s 3-point barrage lifts Mount Dora over Erie (Pa.) Published 12/28/2006 at 8:19 a.m.
Trailing Erie (Pa.) Cathedral Prep by five points in the third quarter, Mount Dora needed a spark.
Trojans have their way with LaBelle Published 10/07/2006 at 12:27 a.m.
It started out looking like your routine interception return. Lely’s Sam Baptiste picked off an errant LaBelle pass at his own 12, juked his way out of a tackle, then another. He raced to midfield where he whisked past Gabriel ...
Grove pitches Golden Gate National to win over rival Published 07/17/2006 at 12:09 a.m.
The Golden Gate National Junior Division All-Stars showed they don't need to hit to win baseball games. Not as long as they have Stephen Grove on the mound. Golden Gate National had just one hit, but Grove tossed a one-hit, ...
Sorenson's first home run helps San Carlos to 3-0 win Published 07/15/2006 at 12:25 a.m.
Dustin Sorenson picked a fine time to hit his first-ever home run. With his team leading by a run with a runner on second and two outs in the top of the sixth, Sorenson lashed a two-strike offering from Golden ...
Spring players of the year: Brittany Delaney Published 05/28/2006 at 12:25 a.m.
Sometimes, it seems Barron Collier’s Brittany Delaney is her own worst enemy on the tennis court. It’s not that she makes a ton of mistakes, but she constantly talks to herself, belittling her play. “That’s an awful shot, stupid, stupid, ...
Spring players of the year: Keith Embree Published 05/28/2006 at 12:25 a.m.
As a freshman, Lely’s Keith Embree advanced to the Class 3A individual singles final. The tennis standout figured he’d have three more chances to bring home the coveted state title. However, a slump and extremely tough competition sent Embree home ...
Spring coaches of the year: Eric and Tyler Manring Published 05/28/2006 at 12:25 a.m.
Brothers Eric and Tyler Manring took over the Barron Collier boys tennis program prior to the start of last season. In two years at the helm, the Manrings have guided the Cougars to consecutive Class 3A state titles. Not a ...
Indians fans stand behind team Published 05/26/2006 at 12:25 a.m.
Spring football certainly had a different feel to it on Thursday night in Immokalee. What is usually a festive time had an undercurrent of tension, as the powerhouse program has come under question by the FHSAA for alleged use of ...
Vikes' Herrera sets his goals high Published 05/20/2006 at 12:21 a.m.
Anthony Herrera has already proven many critics wrong in his NFL career. He’d like to continue defying the doubters. Undrafted in 2004, the offensive lineman from Barron Collier and the University of Tennessee signed a free-agent deal with the Minnesota ...
Bears rugby goes deeper at nationals Published 05/09/2006 at 12:05 a.m.
The Naples Bears Rugby Club at Palmetto Ridge High School ended its season last week in the U.S. Rugby South National championship, the equivalent of a regional final.
Naples has major test; Barron also seeks state Published 05/02/2006 at 12:14 a.m.
The Naples and Barron Collier softball teams are each vying for a spot in the state tournament, with the Golden Eagles facing a very daunting task indeed.
Icing on Cougars' cake Published 04/29/2006 at 12:25 a.m.
After a long two days of competing in the Class 3A team tennis tournament, Barron Collier’s Reid Carleton and Erik Corace were in no mood for working overtime. The Cougars’ No. 1 doubles tandem easily defeated Fort Lauderdale’s team of ...
Smashing success Published 04/28/2006 at 12:27 a.m.
Barron Collier had a bittersweet day at the Class 3A tennis tournament on Thursday. The boys cruised to their second straight championship, but the girls fell short in their quest for a repeat, finishing in a second-place tie with Chamberlain. ...
Disqualification costs BC's Irvin medal Published 04/28/2006 at 12:19 a.m.
It was supposed to be a triumphant cap to a unique high school tennis career for Barron Collier senior David Irvin. For the fourth year in a row, Irvin was a member of a state championship tennis team. However, he ...
BC in position to capture two more crowns Published 04/27/2006 at 12:25 a.m.
Both of Barron Collier’s tennis teams still have hopes of repeating as Class 3A tennis champions. The boys are in much better position than the girls after winning all of their matches in straight sets on Wednesday. The Cougars’ five ...
State tennis: Another Cougar sweep? Published 04/25/2006 at 12:13 a.m.
The Barron Collier boys and girls tennis teams begin defense of their state titles Wednesday morning, with both teams competing in the Class 3A state tournament in Altamonte Springs.
Barron girls get shot to defend title at state Published 04/22/2006 at 12:14 a.m.
Barron Collier's No. 1 singles player Brittany Delaney was struggling through a tough second set at the Class 3A-6 regional final against Bradenton Bayshore. Playing against a feisty foe in Nina Alinpic, Delaney was down on herself.
Six Celtics lauded at school ceremony Published 04/22/2006 at 12:10 a.m.
St. John Neumann paid tribute to six graduating seniors on Friday with a ceremony celebrating the signing of athletic scholarships.
Wrestlers of the Year: Lee Campbell and Richie Dehnz Published 04/16/2006 at 12:10 a.m.
In a banner year for area wrestling, two champions stood above the rest by winning state titles in undefeated fashion. Senior Lee Campbell of Gulf Coast and sophomore Richie Dehnz of Palmetto Ridge dominated their respective weight classes, with Campbell ...
Fielding the tough question Published 04/11/2006 at 12:10 a.m.
John Tolisano is an extremely talented baseball player, but even the great ones go through tough times. While there is no question Tolisano is a polished hitter for a 16-year-old, his fielding and future as a shortstop came into question ...
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