Briefs 9-14-16

ORLANDO SPEEDWORLD

   Coming up at Orlando Speed World Dragway:

   * Today (Wednesday) is “Whoop Azz Wednesday”, featuring “All Welcome Test and Tune, Grudge Racing and Fun Runs” with gates opening at 6 p.m. and racing from 6 p.m.-to-11 p.m. General Admission is $12.

   * Thursday is CFMR Bike Night, featuring "All Welcome" Test-n-Tune & Grudge Racing for bikes only, plus FREE Vendor Space (Non Food) with Paid Admission. Gates will open at 6 p.m. General Admission is $12 with an additional $10 fee to race.

   * “Friday Night Frenzy” will also feature “All Welcome Test and Tune and Grudge Racing” with gates opening at 6 p.m. General Admission is $12, plus an additional $13 to race.

   * Funday Sunday. "All Welcome" Test-n-Tune & Grudge Racing. Free Swap Space with paid admission. Gates open at 9 a.m. Racing from 10 a.m.-to-4 p.m. Admission is $12; kids 10-Under free. Race Fee is $13.

   The Dragway Information Hotline is at (407) 568-5522 and the website is at _ www.raceosw.com/dragway/.

   SpeedWorld is located 17 miles east of Orlando in Bithlo at 19164 East Colonial Drive, between Orlando and Titusville on Highway 50 at the 520 Cocoa Cutoff.

 

LMSA

   Ahoy!

   Congrats to Alan and John on the Nacra for beating out 21 other boats in winning last Wednesday's Rum Race held under beautiful clear skies, and a nice 10-to-12 knot easterly breeze. Joe, Laura and Scott on Spider Pig were the first displacement boat. Ray, Sherry and Francois were the first planing boat. David won the drawing for the Gosling's.

   Here are the complete results:

   1. (Multihull 1) Nacra (John Chamberlin), 0:48:55; 2. (Multihull 2) Tse Tse Fly (Bill Blalock), 0:53:44; 3. (Multihull 3) Blue Banana (Jeff Herter), 0:56:01; 4. (Multihull 4) Fat Cat (Richard Rayburn), 0:57:12; 5. (Planing 1) Zita Rose (Ray Laguna), 0:57:33; 6. (Displacement 1) Spider Pig (Joe Lobato), 0:58:18; 7. (Planing 2) Gen 3 (Fisk Hayden), 0:59:40; 8. (Multihull 5) Loose Cannon (Willie Blevins), 1:00:16; 9. (Displacement 2) Patriot (David Mair ),1:01:00; 10. (Displacement 3) Black Jack Bill (Bill Holstein), 1:01:06; 11. (Displacement 4) Show Me (Andy Forrest), 1:01:23; 12. (Displacement 5) Arianna (Allister James), 1:01:27; 13. (Planing 3) Bad JuJU (Jim White), 1:02:18; 14. (Displacement 6) Andiamo (Steve Clifton), 1:02:37; 15. (Multihull 6) Bye Bye (Ron Seamans), 1:02:53; 16. (Planing 4) Raider16 (Olivier Fleury), 1:03:41; 17. (Displacement 7) Castaway (Richard Mcfadyen), 1:06:15; 18. (Planing 5) Tallawah (Kevin Raymond), 1:09:41; 19. (Displacement 8) Teacher's Pet (Mike McKewon), 1:12:02; 20. (Displacement 9) Shade Seeker (Mike Padgett), 1:16:28; 21. (Displacement 10) Second Chance (Don Hoofring), 1:18:47; 22. (Displacement 11) Summer Time (Greg Wozniak), 1:20:19.

   Upcoming events:

   * Gosling’s Rum races – Every Wednesday, start window 6:25 p.m.-to–6:30 p.m. Please come by the LMSA clubhouse to check the course and sign-in. Remember to set-up RaceQs on your smart phone (RaceQs.com). Everyone is invited. Come on out. We'll find a spot for you. Go to _ http://www.flalmsa.org/?page_id=101 _ for info, rules, sailing instructions and course descriptions.

   * Sunday, Sep. 18 – LMSA Jameson Race. Start window is 4:20 p.m.-to-4:30 p.m.

   * Saturday-Sunday, Oct. 1-2 – LMSA Fall Regatta. The regatta is open to all sailboats of 12-feet LOA or greater. Expected one-design classes: Sunfish, San Juan 21, Mutineers, Buccaneers, Lightning, Flying Scots, Hobie Waves, Force 5, Laser, Wayfair, Windmills and Catalina 22. Portsmouth classes, regardless of number of entrants, shall consist of Planing, Multi and Displacement hulls. After racing on Saturday, join an LMSA tradition, the Limlit Party at the clubhouse. Then off to the Regatta Dinner at the Sanford Elks Lodge. Go to __ http://www.regattanetwork.com/event/13290#_home __ to register for the Sanford Fall Regatta or __ www.facebook.com/FlaLMSA/ __ to check out the FaceBook Page. If you have any question, please send to an email to __ fla.lmsa@gmail.com __ or contact the Regatta Chair, Scott Marriott, at laser61500@aol.com.

   ATTENTION SAILORS of the LMSA Fall Regatta (9/30-10/2) & Kettle Cup Regatta (12/2-12/4):

   Hotel rates for these events are available at Comfort Inn & Suites 590 Ava Court, Sanford 32771.

   This is a PHONE ONLY RESERVATION. Please call 407-585-1580 and ask for “REGATTA RACE RATE $85 +tax/per night”. Cannot be booked by third party travel site or hotel website.

   For more information about LMSA, please visit our web site _ www.flalmsa.org _ or call (321) 578-8364.

   Interested parties can find results from past races of 2015 on the "Race Results" page (www.flalmsa.org/?page_id=623) and results from year’s prior is on the Race Results Archive page (www.flalmsa.org/?p=2229).

   The LMSA is also on Facebook (www.facebook.com/pages/Lake-Monroe-Sailing-Association/110483735742242), please go to the page and click LIKE and get notices and see photos instantly.

   See you out on the water!

 

RECREATION SOFTBALL

   Here is the upcoming schedule for the City of Sanford Recreation Services Department Adult Fall Slowpitch Softball League at Pinehurst Park.

   The Semi-Co-Ed/Fun League on Wednesday will have Wet Spot battling B & B Discount Beverage at 6:30 p.m.; The Bailouts squaring off with Facebook Famous at 7:30 p.m. and Trinity Tattoo challenging The Willow Tree-Sausage Sliders at 8:30 p.m.

   Everyone is invited to watch the games for free at Pinehurst Park, located on West 24th Street off 17-92.

   For more information contact Eric Griffin, City of Sanford Recreation Supervisor, at 407-688-5120; visit the city website _ www.sanfordfl.gov _ or email: eric.griffin@sanfordfl.gov _ the League Information Website, including registration forms, is at _ http://www.leaguelineup.com/welcome.asp?cmenuid=1&url=sanfordsoftball&si....

 

UCF MEN’S SOCCER

   After three weeks on the road, UCF will make its home debut tonight (Wednesday). The Knights (0-2-0) host Florida Gulf Coast (2-2-1) at 7 p.m. The first 200 students through the gates at the UCF Soccer Complex will receive a voucher for a Knightro bobblehead that can be picked up following the match.

   UCF is seeking its first win after dropping road contests at Grand Canyon and South Carolina. The last match for the Knights at Mercer on Sunday was cancelled due to thunderstorms in the Macon, Georgia, area. UCF also had its match at Charlotte on Sept. 2 cancelled due to the remnants of Hurricane Hermine.

   The Knights continue their six-match homestand on Saturday with a noon kick against Jacksonville.

 

UCF VOLLEYBALL

   The UCF volleyball team played three matches at the Holiday Inn Orlando UCF Area Classic. The Knights posted a 2-1 record, and came in second at the tournament.

   UCF opened the tournament with a strong four set victory over FAU. The team recorded 61 kills, 56 assists and 62 digs. Jalé Hervey led the team with 22 kills, hitting .340 with two block solos. Jeanne Westney led the team with six total blocks (four solo, two assists).

   The Knights dropped a hard faught 3-2 (25-22, 19-25, 23-25, 25-22, 5-15) match to LSU. Hervey recorded 19 kills, while Taylor Gallart and Kia Bright logged 17 and 16, respectively. Jordan Pingel recorded 26 digs in the match.

   On Sunday afternoon, the Knights defeated Seattle 3-0 (25-23, 25-18, 25-23). Freshman Alli Sabol tallied eight kills, hitting .538 with two block assists. Kia Bright logged her sixth double-double of the year with 10 kills and 10 digs.

   Hervey and Sabol were named to the All-Tournament Team.

   The Knights, who are presented by Holiday Inn Orlando East UCF Area, return to The Venue as they host the Holiday Inn Orlando East UCF Area Challenge this Friday and Saturday. Here is the schedule:

Friday, September 16

   10 a.m. _ Central Michigan vs. Central Arkansas.

   12 p.m. _ UCF vs. UNC-Asheville.

   5:30 p.m. _ Central Michigan vs. UNC-Asheville.

   7:30 p.m. _ Central Arkansas vs. UCF.

Saturday, September 17

   11 a.m. _ Central Arkansas vs. UNC-Asheville.

   4 p.m. _ UCF vs. Central Michigan.

   General admission adult season tickets are now available for $30, and youth tickets (ages 2-17 years) are $15 and good for one-general admission seat to all 2015 regular season home matches. General admission single game tickets are $5 for adults and $4 for youth, seniors (55+) and UCF Faculty Staff. Admission is free for UCF students. For more information on how to purchase tickets, go to _ http://www.ucfknights.com/sports/2016/6/13/tickets-w-volley-tickets-html... _ or call 407-UCF-1000.Knights second.

 

POP WARNER FOOTBALL

   Here is the schedule for Week 4 in the Mid Florida Pop Warner League. There will be 15-sites holding games (Seminole County teams in bold) in six weight classes _ Tiny Mite; Mitey Mite; Junior Pee Wee; Pee Wee; Junior Varsity; Unlimited _ Saturday with most days starting at 9 a.m. and continuing throughout the day. Here is the schedule.

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 17

   Azalea Park @ Hagerty; Clermont @ Umatilla; East Ridge @ Lake Howell; Harmony @ Oviedo; Lake Brantley @ South Orlando; Lake Highland @ Lyman; Lake Mary @ Sanford; Leesburg @ Avalon; Mount Dora @ Ridge Youth; Ocoee @ Winter Park; Olympia @ Dr. Phillips; Pine Hills @ Apopka; South Central @ Wekiva; St. Cloud @ Winter Springs; West Orange @ South Lake.

   For more information go to _ www.mfpw.org _ and look for links to each team (Associations) to find specific game times and directions to fields.

 

SENIOR BASEBALL

   Here is the upcoming schedule in the Orlando Senior Baseball Association Spring Season in the 25-and-Over and 35/45-and-Over League that plays its games at Zinn Beck Field, Historic Sanford Memorial Stadium, Central Winds Park in Winter Springs, Showalter Field in Winter Park and the South Orange Youth Complex in Orlando. Visit the website _ www.leaguelineup.com/osba _ for more information on the league.

35/45-AND-OVER LEAGUE

Saturday, September 17

   10 a.m. _ Royals @ Padres, Stadium.

   10 a.m. _ Central FL Cardinals @ Brewers, Zinn Beck.

   1 p.m. _ Orlando Braves @ Expos, Stadium.

   1 p.m. _ Daytona Beach Rays @ Orlando Yankees, Zinn Beck.

25-AND-OVER LEAGUE

Best-of-3 Championship Series

Sunday, September 18

   10 a.m. _ Game 1: Orioles/Lugnuts winner vs. Knights/Brewers winner, Stadium.

   1 p.m. _ Game 2: Orioles/Lugnuts winner vs. Knights/Brewers winner, Stadium.

Wednesday, September 21

   7 p.m. _ Game 3, if necessary: Orioles/Lugnuts winner vs. Knights/Brewers winner, Stadium.

 

NEW SMYRNA SPEEDWAY

   The 2015 NASCAR Whelen All-America Series at New Smyrna Speedway is underway.

   This Saturday will be The Florida Firm Night at the Races featuring a special 50-lap feature for the Pro Late Models, plus division action in the Modifieds, Sportsman and Bombers.

   Pit gates open at 3 p.m. Pro Late Model practice from 4 p.m.-to-5 p.m. Division practice will be from 5 p.m.-to-6 p.m. Ticket booths and grandstand gates open at 6 p.m. with Pro Late Model qualifying at 6:15 p.m. and racing starts at 7:30 p.m.

   Adult admission is $15 (reserved seating is $20, the top six (6) rows of the Main Grandstand) with all seniors (65+) and military with valid ID (for proof of age or Military affiliation) admitted for $13. Kids 11 years of age and under are free of charge. MUST be accompanied by paying Adult to qualify for Free Admission.

   The track is located at the corner of SR. 44 and CR 415, between New Smyrna, DeLand and Daytona.

   For information on New Smyrna Speedway, call the track office at 386-427-4129 or visit the website at www.newsmyrnaspeedway.org.

 

ORLANDO CITY

   Orlando City SC (7-8-13, 34 points) fell to the LA Galaxy (11-4-14, 47 points) 4-2 Sunday at StubHub Center. Kevin Molino scored his 10th goal of the season and Brek Shea scored his second goal in as many games.

   City struck on the counterattack in the 20th minute when Boden caught up to a long ball on the end line and passed to Cyle Larin, whose shot was blocked inside the six-yard box. The ball rebounded out to Molino, who made his return to the Lions after representing Trinidad and Tobago in a 2018 FIFA World Cup Qualifier, and he fired it home for the 1-0 lead.

   Orlando City held the lead for 15 minutes before Mexican international Giovani Dos Santos tapped home an Emmanuel Boateng cross for the equalizer. Then in the 38th minute, LA made it 2-1 when Alan Gordon fired in a pass from Jelle Van Damme.

   Shea came on in the second half and was an immediate spark to the Lions’ attack. Just six minutes after entering the match, Shea ripped a shot from distance that LA goalkeeper Brian Rowe had to leap through the air to swat over the bar. The Texan then scored his third goal of the season when he slammed home a rebound in stoppage time.

   With six games remaining, the Lions hold a one-point lead on the New England Revolution for the sixth and final Eastern Conference playoff spot with a game in hand.

   Orlando City returns to Camping World Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 17, when it hosts Columbus Crew SC at 7:30 p.m. The Lions then head to Washington, D.C. for a critical match against D.C. United on Sunday, Sept. 24.

 

UCF WOMEN’S SOCCER

   The UCF women's soccer team might be the new Cardiac Kids, after another exciting finish against FGCU extends the Knights' winning streak to four.

   Tied at 3-3 in the 86th minute, senior Carol Rodrigues blasted a bicycle kick on goal and junior Hannah DeBose was there to put back the rebound. The goal would turn out to be the game winner as thunderstorms moved in and lightning would delay the match indefinitely per NCAA rule 7.6.

   FGCU got on the board early, finding the back of the net in just the sixth minute. The Eagles would add another tally in the 30th minute extending the lead to 2-0.

   The Knights responded though, when junior Jen Vera sent a long ball into the offensive zone. Senior Carlin Huegli won a foot race with the FGCU keeper and placed a perfect chip shot, cutting the lead to one.

   The Eagles reclaimed a two-goal lead in the second half, but the Black and Gold refused to quit. In the 62nd minute, senior Carol Rodrigues brought the Knights back to life, when she collected her own rebound in the box and scored her seventh goal of the season.

   Before the late goal by DeBose sealed the victory, it was junior Bridget Callahan who found the equalizer in the 80th minute on a set piece delivered by sophomore Carrie Lawrence. The Knights have now won four-straight, with three of those wins coming from goals in the final 10 minutes or overtime.

   UCF was coming off a Thursday night in which the offense erupted against FIU, with the Knights shutting out the Panthers 5-0 at the UCF Soccer Complex.

   The effort matches the most goals scored by the Knights in a single game since joining the American Athletic Conference. The last time came back in 2013, with a 5-0 dismantling of UNF.

   Five different Knights found the back of the net, including junior Julia Moore and Lawrence who each tallied their first of the year. Rodrigues, Cortney O'Connell and Morgan Ferrara also added to their individual totals with a goal each.

   UCF Women's Soccer, Presented by Napleton's Volkswagon, heads to Gainesville to face the No. 5 Gators on Sunday, Sept. 18, at 7 p.m.

 

ORLANDO PRIDE

   Orlando Pride returned to Camping World Stadium on Saturday night to host Sky Blue FC in the second leg of a home-and-home series. The two teams played just three days prior, seeing a 1-1 decision at Rutgers University, but the New Jersey-based team took the three points in the second match by a 2-1 margin.

   Kristen Edmonds, a New Jersey native, continued her strong season for the Pride, adding to her team-leading total with her sixth goal of the season in the 44th minute. After Alex Morgan was taken down 30 yards out, Edmonds took the set piece herself and curled a shot over Sky Blue’s five-player wall, into the upper 90 and well-beyond the reach of goalkeeper Caroline Casey.

   The Pride carried a one-goal lead into the half for the second-straight game against the Sky Blue, but Sam Kerr spoiled that lead for the second time, putting in the equalizer in the 49th minute.

   Then, Maya Hayes gave Sky Blue the lead five minutes after with a second-effort attempt after Ashlyn Harris made the initial save on the one-on-one chance.

   Orlando will have a week off next week due to international matches and returns to Camping World Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 24, for its season finale against FC Kansas City.

   Tickets for the 5 p.m. kickoff game can be purchased at www.orlando-pride.com or by calling (855) ORL-CITY.

 

STETSON FOOTBALL

   The Stetson Hatters left little room for doubt on Saturday night at Spec Martin Stadium, building a 27-3 lead over visiting Warner in the first half before coasting to a 30-15 victory over the Royals for the first win of the 2016 season.

   Stetson improved to 1-1 on the season while dropping Warner to the same record.

   The game turned into a saga of two halves as the Hatters dominated the opening periods but then came out flat after halftime. Penalties were again an issue for Stetson, which was flagged 11 times in the game for 89 yards. Two of those came in the second half and were the result of players losing their composure.

   The Hatters used an impressive opening drive to get on the board early and then took advantage of three Warner interceptions to build the lead in the first half.

   Gaven DeFilippo finished the game having completed 24-of-36 pass attempts for 229 yards and two touchdowns. He did have one interception in the first half on a ball that was tipped at the line of scrimmage. Krgan Moore led 10 different receivers to have recorded a reception with seven catches for 80 yards.

   On the ground, the Hatters finished with 148 yards with Clay Mazza leading the way with 59 on 17 attempts. Matt Taft piled up 49 yards on eight carries in the fourth quarter as Stetson put the game away.

   The Hatters will now have a week off to get ready for the start of play in the Pioneer Football League. Stetson will open league play on Sept. 24, at home, against rival Jacksonville.

 

FCSL CELEBRITY GOLF

   As a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, the Florida League relies on donations, sponsors, and fundraisers to operate every year. For the past eight years, Interlachen Country Club in Winter Park has been gracious enough to host the annual Celebrity Golf Tournament. It is the FCSL’s biggest fundraiser of the year, as 30 foursomes from all over the country descend on Central Florida to take part in this exciting event.

   Each foursome will have a baseball celebrity join as the fifth player and among the tournament awards will be _ Closest to the Pin contests on all Par 3s; Longest Drive contest; and 1st, 2nd, 3rd place prizes.

   The event will take place November 13 & 14 and here is the schedule of events:

Sunday, November 13

   6 p.m. _ Pairings Party at Interlachen. A chance to mix and mingle with MLB celebrities while enjoying delicious hors d'oeuvres and a complimentary open bar. A select few celebrities use the evening to promote the Florida League, helping the attendees understand the importance of summer collegiate baseball. It also marks the opening of the silent auction, which brought in more than $35,000 in 2014, and includes a number of unique items, sports memorabilia, and vacation packages. Each foursome will receive eight tickets to the pairings party.

Monday, November 14

   10 a.m. _ Check in opens at Interlachen.

   10 a.m.-to-11:30 a.m. _ Complimentary range balls, putting challenge and an All-American lunch buffet.

   11:30 a.m. _ Shotgun start. Snacks, Beer, Cigars and Soft drinks available throughout the day on the course.

   5 p.m. _ Awards reception with hearty hors d'oeuvres and open bar.

   6:30 p.m. _ Silent auction ends.

   While playing a round of golf at this luxurious course is a treat in itself, playing with a baseball celebrity is an added plus.

   For more information and find the link to register on-line, go to _ www.FloridaLeague.com _ or contact: Rob Sitz, Florida League President, by e-mail _ rsitz@floridaleague.com _ or by phone at _ 321-206-9174.

 

HUNTER SAFETY COURSE

   The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) is offering free hunter safety internet-completion courses in central Florida.

   “Don’t wait, take your hunter safety course today,” said JoAnne Peagler, Northeast Region hunter safety coordinator.

   Students who have taken the online course and wish to complete the classroom portion must bring the online-completion report with them.

   All firearms, ammunition and materials are provided free of charge. Students should bring a pen or pencil and paper. An adult must accompany children younger than 16 at all times.

   Anyone born on or after June 1, 1975, must pass an approved hunter safety course and have a hunting license to hunt alone (unsupervised). The FWC course satisfies hunter-safety training requirements for all other states and Canadian provinces.

   The locations and times are:

Internet-completion Courses

Brevard

   * Sept. 16 (6–10 p.m.) & Sept. 18 (8 a.m.–noon) Port Malabar Rifle and Pistol Club, Palm Bay.

Lake

   * Sept. 17 (8 a.m.–1 p.m.) Lake Correctional Institution, Clermont.

   * Sept. 24 (8 a.m.–3 p.m.) Royal Trails Community Park, Eustis.

Orange

   * Sept. 17 (8 a.m.–2 p.m.) Central Florida Rifle & Pistol Club, Orlando.

Seminole

   * Sept. 17 (8 a.m.–1 p.m.) Seminole County Gun & Archery Association, Geneva.

Traditional Courses

Brevard

   * Sept. 16 (6–9 p.m.), Sept. 17 (8 a.m.–5 p.m.) & Sept. 18 (8 a.m.–noon) Port Malabar Rifle and Pistol Club, Palm Bay.

Volusia

   * Sept. 17 & 18 (8 a.m.–5 p.m.) DeBary Hall, DeBary.

   The specific locations for these classes will be given to those who register in advance. Those interested in attending a course can register online and obtain information about future hunter safety classes at MyFWC.com/HunterSafety or by calling the FWC’s regional office in Ocala at 352-625-2804.

 

SOAP BOX RALLY

   The City of Sanford Recreation Services Department and Central Florida Soap Box Derby will be hosting its first race of the 2016-2017 Rally Season with the September Rally on Saturday, Sep. 24, at Sanford Derby Park.

   Check in will be at 7 a.m., with racing beginning at 8 a.m. and the event will consist of a Double Elimination race for each class _ Stock, Super Stock, Masters _ in the morning, followed by a lunch break and a Single Elimination race for each class in the afternoon.

   The registration fee is $55 per car for single entries and $100 total per family (two or more family members).

   The final day to register is Wednesday, Sept. 21, at 5:30 p.m.

   Soap Box Derby racing is open to children ages 7 to 20 _ Stock, 7-to-13; Super Stock, 9-to-18; Masters, 10-to-20 _ with a limited number of loaner cars available for new participants.

   Everyone, especially interested non-racers, is invited to attend any of the family friendly events, free of charge, at the beautiful Derby Park facility located on the west side of Sanford on Oregon Avenue, north off of CR-46A (25th Street/H. E. Thomas Parkway) or east off of Rinehart Road, just south of the GreeneWay entry. The track is East of Bentley Elementary School.

   For more information or to download a registration form, please check out the websites at www.soapboxderby.org or www.centralfloridasoapboxderby.com or call the City of Sanford Recreation Services Department at 407-688-5120.