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Ref Bias Scandal Ramps Up Before Superbowl

Conspiracy theories and criticism towards NFL Officiating and Referees, primarily related to their rumored “bias” or intentional assistance to the Kansas City Chiefs, have continued to grow in popularity in the weeks leading up to this year’s Superbowl at the New Orleans Superdome. The labor union representing NFL Referees attacked these allegations against their members as “insulting and preposterous”, while NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell called … Continue reading Ref Bias Scandal Ramps Up Before Superbowl

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Fall Sports Coming to a Close

As the end of October, and homecoming, nears, Key West High School (KWHS) fall sports come to an end. As for many seniors, this season is the last season of playing their sport. With all of the sports, fall, winter, and spring, there are always student-athletes in the KWHS Backyard, softball field, Rex Weech Field, and the weight room.  Throughout the season, KWHS student-athletes work … Continue reading Fall Sports Coming to a Close

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Mills signs with the Buccaneers

On March 28th, Kevon Mills, a senior at Key West High School (KWHS), advanced his football career by signing to Beloit College in Crestview, Wisconsin. In an interview with the Key West Citizen, John Hughes, the head coach of the KWHS football team, stated that “Roughly seven percent of all high school football players throughout the nation make it to the college level.” Although it … Continue reading Mills signs with the Buccaneers

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Otto tackling his future

On November 11th, 2004, Christopher ‘Andre’ Otto was born out of the womb without knowing what his future had in store for him: a division one (D1) college football offensive lineman at Florida State University (FSU). “I’ve stuck to football for most of my life,” explained Otto. “I’ve been playing since first grade.”  However, that long journey since little league football has not been all … Continue reading Otto tackling his future

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The Comebacks of NFL Week 3

          In a wild week two full of exciting moments, some of the most exciting were from the multiple comebacks that transpired on Sunday.    Dolphins vs. Ravens-The craziest comeback of the day arguably came from this game right here. The wild game would start with a crazy 103-yard kickoff return to start the game by receiver Devin Duvernay, giving the Ravens a 7-0 lead. No other … Continue reading The Comebacks of NFL Week 3

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Key West High School Football Commits

By: Grayson Acevedo, Emily Bracher, Jack Molder, and Gus Wilson Key West High School’s football team has four seniors headed towards the next level. Jeremiah Osborne, Michael Cates, Nathan Outon, and Henry Audette all have offers to play college ball. With signing day on April 7th, these boys have a great deal of opportunities awaiting them in the future. Jeremiah “Jay” Osborne officially committed to … Continue reading Key West High School Football Commits

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Best Performers of NFL Super Bowl Wild Card Weekend

By: Gus Wilson In the first week of the NFL Playoffs, there were a total of 6 Wild Card games over 3 days. With each game came standout players from teams that either put their team in a position to win or helped them advance into the Divisional Round of the playoffs. Las Vegas Raiders vs Cincinnati Bengals: The Cincinnati Bengals won a close game … Continue reading Best Performers of NFL Super Bowl Wild Card Weekend

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Georgia wins the CFP National Champion

By: Gus Wilson On January 10th, 2022, the Alabama Crimson Tide faced off against the Georgia Bulldogs at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis in the College Football Playoff National Championship. The Bulldogs are coming off a dominant win against the Michigan Wolverines in the semifinal 34 to 11. The Crimson Tide also had an impressive win against the number 4 Cincinnati Bearcats 27 to 6.  … Continue reading Georgia wins the CFP National Champion

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