Sports Archive

Sports injuries are a serious concern at any level of competition. Daily, more protocols are approved to help ensure the safety of athletes.


That level of care is making its way into Okaloosa County after the School Board approved a partnership with Orthopaedic Associates and Axis Physiotherapy Institute during its June 22 meeting.

Baker football is a standout when it comes to Rural football in the FHSAA, and senior running back Calvin Wilks III has contributed to that success.


With his senior year approaching, Wilks III is keeping it simple to prepare for 1A competition.

For many children who gain an interest in football, their first introduction is through Pop Warner.


Here in Crestview, the Hub City Bulldogs are amongst the toughest competition throughout the Southeast region, and their conditioning camp last Tuesday showcased why.

The Crestview Cross Country team has been busy this summer after starting their training back on June 1.


Each morning at 7:00 a.m. the Bulldogs have been waking up to get better ahead of the 2026 season.

Josh Bethel had an outstanding season on the court last year for the Baker Gators, helping lead the team to a second straight Rural District championship game.


After improving his numbers from his sophomore year to his junior, Bethel aims to do it again one last time.

The Crestview football team was one win away from being crowned district champions for the 2025 season.


With an overall record of 6-4, and finishing 2-1 in the district, the Bulldogs look to make a breakthrough during the 2026 season. Here are five games to watch in 2026.

The Baker Gators have consistently performed well in the Rural Classification of the FHSAA year in and year out.


The 2026 season may hold a different story as the Gators selected to stick with the FHSAA and move up to 1A. Here are five games to watch for the upcoming season.

It’s been eight months since Baker’s volleyball season ended back in October, but it seems no time has passed with the way the team performed during their first practice this past Tuesday. The Gators have consistently found success over the past four years at both the 1A and Rural classification levels.


After finishing their season in the regional semifinals last year, the Gators are already working hard to make another FHSAA State appearance.

It’s year three for Crestview boys’ basketball head coach Clay Hancock, and he’s on a mission to make Crestview a district contender this year.


After hosting summer tryouts back in May, and some intense practices during the week, coach Hancock got the see his boys in action at the “Dawg House Classic” back on June 23.

Crestview baseball head coach Cory McSween has wasted no time getting the ball rolling since being hired as the new head coach.


Only a week had passed, and coach McSween already had his team put together and began summer training to get his team prepared for the regular season.