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Jordan Olivia (11) prepares to catch the ball while practicing with the pitcher. Olivia committed to the University of Florida for his position as a catcher.

Gator Bound Jordan Olivia Joins UF Baseball

Ella Reeves, Online Editor October 7, 2025

Being accepted into the University of Florida is a difficult feat; however, being offered a position on their baseball team accompanied by a scholarship for their efforts is a whole other feat within itself....

The football team gathers to pray together for their injured teammate during a game. This game was the first home game of the 2025-2026 season, which took place on Aug. 22.

The Benefit of Playing Team Sports at Plant

Emma Brown, Sports Editor October 6, 2025

At Plant High School, athletics play a significant role on campus, as students choose to participate in one or more of the numerous sports available throughout the year. Not only do sports provide students...

On day two of the 2025 Ryder Cup tournament, the United States will win two of the eight matches played, leaving the door wide open for Europe to win. The win at Bethpage Black was Europe’s second consecutive win.

The Ryder Cup Review

William Massari, Staffer October 6, 2025

With the conclusion of the 45th Ryder Cup, Europe will retain the cup after a fantastic finish.    At the end of Day One, Europe finished with a five-and-a-half-to-two-and-a-half-point lead. Europe's...

Raymond James Stadium displayed vibrance during the Bucs vs Eagles game on Sunday, Aug 27. The Bucs lost the game 31-25.

The Buccaneers and Their Time in Tampa

William Massari, Staffer October 1, 2025

Every season, the cannons fire for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Ever since 1976, the Bucs have been a staple of Tampa Bay. "After playing their first season in the American Football Conference (AFC), the...

This track in Barcelona, Spain has 66 laps with a lap record of 1.18.441 set in 2018 by Daniel Ricciardo. Formula One visited the track in June 2025.

All About Formula One

William Massari, Staffer September 19, 2025

“It’s Lights Out and Away We Go”   Almost every weekend, people around the world turn on their TVs to watch a Formula One race. Twenty drivers will line up on the track and wait for the red...

Fans watch as the University of Florida kicks off against the University of South Florida on Saturday, Aug. 6, 2025, in Gainesville. USF won the game 18–16, concluding the non-conference matchup between the two teams

Predators in the Swamp: UF vs USF

Emma Brown, Print Editor September 10, 2025

The University of South Florida (USF) and the University of Florida (UF) met on Saturday, Aug. 6, in Gainesville for a non-conference football matchup. The game took place on UF's home field and concluded...

Duran Manuel (12) celebrates a big time play with a turnover. That was a successful play to lead Plant to victory.

Plant vs Robinson: A Feature on Aiden Pancholy

August Voss, Staffer September 8, 2025

The Plant Panthers came out with a win over rival school, the Robinson Knights, this past week, beating them 78-7.    When Quarterback Aidan Pancholy (12) was asked if he expected to win, he said,...

Plant's Swim and Dive team cheers on teammates during the relay. The encouragement for each swimmer demonstrated unity throughout the team.

Plant Swim Team Posts Strong Results Against Jefferson and Blake

Megan Canady, Staffer September 5, 2025

On Thursday, Sept. 4, the Plant swim team put up a battle against Jefferson and Blake High School in a district meet at Bobby Hicks Pool, showing the skill and determination of these students. The meet...

Fans were cheering loudly as the Bucs rushed the field to play their last Preseason game. The game was close, but the Bills came out with the win.

Passing & Preparing: Bucs Preseason Football

August Voss, Staffer September 4, 2025

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers finished their 2025 preseason on Saturday, August 23, with a 23-19 loss to the Buffalo Bills at Raymond James Stadium. Although the Bucs fell short on the scoreboard, they ended...

Students put their paddles together after a game of pickleball. Pickleball was originally created by a group of three, just like Panther Pickleball.

Meet Panther Pickleball, Plant’s Newest Club Sport

Felix Waite, Staffer September 4, 2025

Pickleball has been popping up all around South Tampa: among a growing number of tournaments, courts and teams, it seems that everybody has joined the pickleball bandwagon. It’s no wonder, then, that...

Florida began the scoring with a fumble returned for a touchdown on the third play. On Aug. 30, Florida beat the Long Island Sharks with a final score of 55-0.

Chomping Away the Competition

Gavin Grider, Features Editor September 2, 2025

The University of Florida (UF) opened their season with a win, on Saturday, Aug. 30, against the Long Island University Sharks with a score of 55-0 at Ben Griffin Hill Stadium, giving the Gators a chance...

Dillon Rose Bailey (12) is passing the ball to Darryon Williams (12), hoping to score. This touchdown created a play that would later lead to a 28-20 victory.

Kicking Off the First Home Game: Plant vs Wiregrass Ranch

Emma Brown, Sports Editor August 25, 2025

Friday night lights returned, and our Panthers played their second home game of the season on Friday, Aug. 22. Plant played against Wiregrass Ranch in a nail-biting match, due to the score going back and...

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