Dennis Maffezzoli

Feb 12, 2025 | tcpalm.com | Dennis Maffezzoli

Dennis MaffezzoliSpecial to TC PalmVERO BEACH – Bryan Rahal is not just putting together a program at Vero Beach High School, he is building a culture and setting standards for years to come. “Just the overall culture of the program and what the coaches bring to us to practice and the leadership we have as far as defense, at the plate and on the mound,” Vero Beach senior catcher Cole Morgan said.

Feb 12, 2025 | tcpalm.com | Dennis Maffezzoli

FORT PIERCE CENTRAL HIGHCoach: David ThomasLast year: 10-13Coach’s outlook: “We have the depth and team chemistry to compete with anyone. We have our eyes set on a district championship and making a run at the State Final Four. We play a very tough schedule by design and alot of our games are away. This will help us become a stronger team when we start district playoffs.”FORT PIERCE WESTWOOD ACADEMYCoach: Taylor BarnesNeed a break? Play the USA TODAY Daily Crossword Puzzle.

Feb 9, 2025 | tcpalm.com | Dennis Maffezzoli

Dennis MaffezzoliSpecial to TC PalmJENSEN BEACH – When its offense sputtered out of the gate early, the Jensen Beach High girls basketball team relied on its defense to stay in contention. “Our talking on defense made us really be able to guard the post and inside,” Falcons guard Lizzie Fitzwater said.

Feb 7, 2025 | tcpalm.com | Dennis Maffezzoli

Dennis MaffezzoliSpecial to TC PalmFORT PIERCE – The St. Lucie West Centennial High boys basketball team got to the rim for easy baskets. Fort Pierce Central settled for jump shots. That was the difference in the game. The Eagles grabbed the lead midway through the fourth quarter and hung on for a 52-48 victory over Central in the Class 7A-District 7 final Friday night at the gym called the Cobra Pit. “That was 100% the game plan,” Centennial coach Chris Carannante said.

Nov 15, 2024 | sports.yahoo.com | Dennis Maffezzoli

JUPITER — It is never easy preparing for all the shifting and misdirection in Treasure Coast High’s single Wing-T offense. “It’s not fun,” Jupiter High defensive coordinator Josh Brooks said. “They throw so many different things at you. It’s hard to replicate in practice. You can line up in the formation, but to get a true look, it’s tough to do.”The Warriors’ defense made it look easy in stopping the Titans and creating turnovers.