Kyle Coppola

6 days ago | lakeandsumterstyle.com | Kyle Coppola

Sam Walters, a former standout at The Villages High School and one of Sumter County’s most talented recent basketball talents, has committed to SMU for the 2025-26 college basketball season. The 6-foot-10 forward brings size, experience, and a versatile shooting touch to an SMU program on the rise under head coach Andy Enfield. Walters joins a Mustangs recruiting class that is currently ranked No. 17 nationally.

6 days ago | lakeandsumterstyle.com | Kyle Coppola

If you ask around Eustis for the best Italian food in Lake County, chances are you’ll hear the same answer, Luigi’s Italian Restaurant. Located at 2814 David Walker Drive, this cozy, family-owned eatery is more than just a place to grab pizza and pasta. It’s a slice of Napoli, served with love and a touch of legacy. Behind every great dish is a great story, and Luigi Folgore’s is rooted in family, food and a deep love for serving others.

6 days ago | lakeandsumterstyle.com | Kyle Coppola

A wild, back-and-forth affair between Leesburg and Sanford ended in fireworks as the Lightning erupted for a 12-run 10th inning to secure a 19-11 victory over the River Rats on Sunday night. Down to their final three outs in the ninth, Leesburg pulled off a gutsy rally to tie the game, highlighted by a sharp grounder from left fielder Eli Thurmond that took a tough hop and allowed the tying run to score from second.

1 week ago | lakeandsumterstyle.com | Kyle Coppola

Keydrick Powell is gearing up for a senior season to remember at South Lake High School, and if his off-season performance is any indicator, Lake County better take notice. Keydrick’s love for football runs deep. The South Lake standout first laced up his cleats in elementary school, playing little league ball and watching NFL greats like Odell Beckham, Jr. and Malik Nabers with wide eyes. “I fell in love with the game early,” Keydrick says.

1 week ago | lakeandsumterstyle.com | Kyle Coppola

The Fruitland Park community and surrounding towns continue to pour out love, prayers, and support for one of their own, Sawyer Carroll, an inspiring young boy who has spent the past three years courageously battling multiple brain tumors. Sawyer’s journey has been marked by strength and bravery. Since his diagnosis, he has undergone numerous surgeries aimed at removing the tumors, each time bouncing back with a warrior’s spirit that has inspired many in the area.