Despite finishing the season 4-6, sophomore quarterback Manny Reyes III has orchestrated some bright moments for the Barbara Goleman High Gators. IInserted as the starter against district winner Doral Prep, Reyes threw for 187 yards and two touchdowns and was named Player of the Game. Reyes broke a school record throwing an 84 yard touchdown pass in the Gators’ 41-30 loss to the Firebirds. He completed eight passes out of 14 attempts...

Mater Lakes Academy swimming and diving team finished in second place in district competition and several players qualified for regional competition last week. The swimmers and divers who competed in the regionals include Helen Fors (200-yard freestyle); Jose Perdomo (200 yard freestyle and 100 yard backstroke); Alex Akouri (200 yard freestyle); Garbiela Fernandez (200 yard individual medley and 100 yard breaststroke); Michael Fernandez...

For the first time in their young athletic careers, Alexis and Erika Castroman found themselves on opposing teams as St. Thomas University and A.S.A. College clashed in a memorable softball match-up featuring the now sibling rivalry. Last month, Alexis Castroman, a senior at St. Thomas University, who has played her whole collegiate career there, faced off against her sister Erika Castroman, a freshmen at A.S.A. College. The Bobcats...

  Miami Lakes Youth Center will be hosting several fun and exciting programs for middle and high school students at “The Spot” from 6 to 8 p.m. during November at 6075 Miami Lakes Drive. Friday, November 2 - Movie Night. Popcorn, drinks and a movie on a giant screen. Invite friends and enjoy a movie night with them. Wednesday, November 7 - Open Hang Night. The Youth Center is equipped with a billiard table, table tennis,...

  Miami Lakes Jingle Bell Jog has raised, so far, $30,000 and attracted major sponsors since the Miami Lakes Veterans Committee announced the 5k run and walk event in July. Committee chairman Nayib Hassan said he expects 1,500 people, which is the limit for the number of participants, to take part in the event, which is scheduled for 7:30 a.m., Saturday, December 1. The event, which honors and shows appreciation for military soldiers...