Sports

Ken Marker crosses the finish line

Ken Marker crosses the finish line

Exclusive Subscriber Content

On the mark

Nick Blank
Wednesday, November 26, 2025
A triathlon is an exacting test of endurance where competitors push themselves in running, biking and swimming.  With a fourth-place finish in the men’s 45-49 division, Ken Marker has claimed a place at Ironman World Championships in Kailua-Kona, Hawaii.
The Fernandina Beach girls cross country team at the FHSAA 2A Region 1 meet. Photo by Stephanie Nichols

The Fernandina Beach girls cross country team at the FHSAA 2A Region 1 meet. Photo by Stephanie Nichols

Exclusive Subscriber Content

Lady Pirates race to state fourth year in a row

Submitted
Saturday, November 22, 2025
The Fernandina Beach high school girls and boys cross country teams competed at the FHSAA 2A Region 1 meet in Jacksonville last Friday with the girls team advancing to the state meet in Tallahassee this weekend for the fourth straight year and the boys qualifying one runner, John William Martin.
Pirates defensive lineman Kevin Ortiz makes a tackle

Pirates defensive lineman Kevin Ortiz makes a tackle

Exclusive Subscriber Content

Warriors best Pirates in all-Nassau semifinal showdown

Nick Blank
Friday, November 21, 2025
One team from Nassau County was guaranteed to head to the Sunshine State Athletic Association final. Behind a terrific rushing output, the West Nassau Warriors (12-1) defeated the Fernandina Beach Pirates (7-5) in a 20-10 war of attrition.
The Hornets vs. Pirates girls soccer game on Nov. 17. Photo by Marisa DeMar/News-Leader

The Hornets vs. Pirates girls soccer game on Nov. 17. Photo by Marisa DeMar/News-Leader

Exclusive Subscriber Content

Pirates, Hornets face off on the pitch

News Staff
Wednesday, November 19, 2025
The boys and girls soccer teams at Fernandina Beach and Yulee high schools faced off in Fernandina Beach on Monday night. The Pirates bested the Hornets in both matches. The Lady Pirates beat the Lady Hornets 8-0, and the Pirates beat the Hornets 3-0 after a scoreless first half.
Senior Daniel Armenta kicks off for the Hornets during Friday's playoff game. Photo by Ashley Chandler/News-Leader

Senior Daniel Armenta kicks off for the Hornets during Friday's playoff game. Photo by Ashley Chandler/News-Leader

Exclusive Subscriber Content

Yulee's rally falls short in playoffs

Jim Luksic
Wednesday, November 19, 2025
It was a tale of two halves and turnovers Friday night at Yulee High School. Despite storming back in the 2nd half, the Hornets' fell short in their playoff game against the West Florida (Pensacola) Jaguars, who held on 24-16.
FBHS TOP 8 State Finalists: Skylar Revere; Logan Cook; Cora Foxwell-Jones; and Rileigh Revere. Submitted photos

FBHS TOP 8 State Finalists: Skylar Revere; Logan Cook; Cora Foxwell-Jones; and Rileigh Revere. Submitted photos

Exclusive Subscriber Content

Pirates impress at 2A State swim meet

News Staff
Friday, November 14, 2025
Fernandina Beach High School swimmers competed in the 2A State Swimming Championship Friday, Nov. 7 in Ocala. Overall, the Lady Pirates swimmers finished in ninth Place and the Pirates swimmer finished in 17th.
Pirates soccer played Bishop Kenny on Nov. 5. Photo by Ashley Chandler/News-Leader

Pirates soccer played Bishop Kenny on Nov. 5. Photo by Ashley Chandler/News-Leader

Exclusive Subscriber Content

Pirates, Lady Pirates kick off seasons

Ashley Chandler
Wednesday, November 12, 2025
The Fernandina Beach High School soccer teams winter seasons officially are underway. The boys team has three games under their belt kicking off the season at 2-1. The Pirates beat Christ’s Church Academy in their first game of the season 8-2 with goals from seven different Pirates.

Exclusive Subscriber Content

Trades, matchups place AFC South in focus

Nick Blank
Friday, November 7, 2025
The NFL trade deadline is an odd one. In baseball and hockey, it’s usually playoff teams shipping prospects for high-wage veterans. In basketball, teams flip stars regularly. The global transfer market in soccer allows clubs to buy and sell players like stocks.