Lady Pirate runner receives nationwide $10,000 scholarship

  • Mikaela Nichols runs in a track meet at Yulee High School in March. Nichols is one of 10 recipients of the 2026 AAU National Scholarship. Photo by Ashley Chandler/News-Leader
    Mikaela Nichols runs in a track meet at Yulee High School in March. Nichols is one of 10 recipients of the 2026 AAU National Scholarship. Photo by Ashley Chandler/News-Leader
    A Fernandina Beach High School studentathlete is one of 10 U.S. athletes to receive a 2026 AAU National Scholarship. Local track and cross country standout Mikaela Nichols received one ...

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