- Life update -
Today is my first day as the new sports reporter for
@asheville
!
I'm so excited to move to Asheville and cover sports in western North Carolina.
Tips? My DMs are always open!
The journalism school at UT at Austin announced its winners of the Dan Rather Medal for News and Guts on Monday. I’m honored to share that I won the college competition for my story in
@TheAlligator
back in September about the Florida women’s basketball program.
What a day. I’m so grateful for everyone at
@TheAlligator
and those who paved the way for me and so many other talented and gifted young journalists. Shoutout to my wonderful editors.
Earlier this week, I was contacted by ESPN’s Outside the Lines about the story I published this week. They are running a SportsCenter Special on the story and an interview with me afterward. If you want to watch it, it’ll be on ESPN around 1:40 p.m.
The Hearst Journalism awards announced its winners for the sports writing category last night. I’m proud to announce that I finished third place for the story I wrote back in late September about the toxic environment in the Florida women’s basketball program.
I’m so excited to share what I’ve been working on since last July. Please give it a read because my amazing colleagues and I worked really hard on this story.
Former
#Gators
women’s basketball coach Cam Newbauer is accused of making racist remarks, throwing basketballs at players, and verbally abusing the team.
“He broke my child…And she didn’t want me to say anything because she thought it would get worse.”
Some ~personal news~
I’m excited to announce that I’m not leaving the Florida Gators beat anytime soon. I’m so thankful that
@AdamDubbin
and
@GatorsWire
are bringing me back to be an assistant editor starting in March. Keep an eye out for the many
#Gators
stories to come.
I reached out to UF to see if interim head coach Kelly Rae Finley wanted to comment on the story that reported new allegations against her and added that Kinslow and a teammate of hers attempted suicide. They declined.
#Gators
@alligatorSports
I spoke with Cydnee Kinslow about Cameron Newbauer and the abuse within Florida’s women’s basketball program.
She had a lot to share. This story will be worth your time today.
It’s super disappointing to not be notified about this, but my team is amazing to have my back like this. They’ve said everything that has needed to be said.
This is not ok.
#Gators
AD Scott Stricklin met behind closed doors with four select reporters for this interview…
Conveniently,
@TheAlligator
was not invited.
@zacharyahuber
worked on this story for months yet he was locked out when Stricklin decides he wants to talk.
Mullen didn't go over to sing the fight song and Florida's alma mater, according to
@_sammy_harrison
. He's done it win or lose since he's gotten to Florida.
I finally got this former coach Cam Newbauer follow-up story out. I’m sorry it took this long, but the reporting process was much more difficult. Check out my latest for
@TheAlligator
. Once again this wouldn’t be possible without my amazing editors. Hope you enjoy.
B.B. Staples, the mother of former women’s basketball player Corey Staples wrote to
@ScottStricklin
about Newbauer multiple times in 2019.
“I don’t know what it is going to take for you to truly consider this something as real and dangerous."
To join
@ryan_dhaley
.
- Personal News Announcement -
It’s an honor to say that I’ve been hired to serve as Assistant Sports Editor for my last semester at UF. I love this newspaper and this section more than anything. I’m excited for one last ride! Apply! You won’t regret it!
Join our Fall 2021 team!!
Applications for alligatorSports (and Avenue!) are now live and can be found at the link below! Everyone is encouraged to apply!
Applications are due on Friday, August 13th at 11:59 p.m.
My friend and coworker
@petitus25
just got to go on the Paul Finebaum show. She did a great job breaking the news about the 19 positive COVID-19 tests within the Florida program. I’m so proud and happy for you!
@finebaum
@alligatorSports
I'm back with some more personal news!
Today was my first day with Jags Wire. I'm excited to cover my hometown NFL team. Thank you
@SportsGrind_Don
for having me. I look forward to building off of the excellent foundation you and
@TylerNettuno
have established here.
I'm back at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa for Round 2 with
@ryan_dhaley
and
@alligatorSports
. Florida plays UCF in the Gasparilla Bowl (aka the
@eric_adelson
bowl). Follow along with me here for updates. The kickoff is set for 7 p.m.
Tuscola won 35-34, ending a nine-game losing streak to the Bears in the rivalry. Here’s the video I took from the last play of the game. Pisgah tried to go for two and the win but the pass fell incomplete.
@acthshuddle
I sadly won’t be out to see any Week 3 action tonight. I’m back home in Florida for a family funeral. My Grandmother that I lived with in college passed away on Aug. 24. I’ll be back on the sidelines in WNC next week.
Congratulations to the other winners! I also want to thank my editors at
@TheAlligator
last summer and fall because it wouldn’t be possible without them. Thank you for everyone’s support. If you haven’t read the story and would like to do so, I’ll link it in the next tweet.
LSU falls on the last tumbling pass. Florida will take the meet to stay unbeaten. Wow, what a meet. No. 1
#Gators
defeats the No. 2Tigers 198.150-198.050. Story to come
@alligatorSports
@TheAlligator
.
I’m here along with my colleague
@ryan_zehnder
to cover the Florida women’s basketball game versus Grambling State for
@alligatorSports
. Follow along for updates.
Goodbyes are always hard and last night I had to say so long to
@TheAlligator
and
@alligatorSports
, which was one of the toughest things I've ever had to do. I love this place and everyone I've met there. Check it out, and thank you for letting me be a part of a team again.
.
@zacharyahuber
says his goodbye to alligatorSports
Tears dropped from my eyes and formed a puddle on the ground at the library at Providence High School because I thought it would be the last time I’d be a part of a team.
Twelve hours later, I made it to Kentucky to cover Florida’s matchup versus the undefeated Wildcats today at 6 p.m. I’m also excited to see Rupp Arena because I’m a college basketball junkie.
The mother of Sydney Morang, Lynn, confirmed B.B. Staples’ email that her daughter Sydney was retaliated against after she and her husband Frank sent a letter to Athletic Director Scott Stricklin and UF President Kent Fuchs about former coach Cam Newbauer.
Another college coach abusing his or her power. Disgusting stuff in here that’s all too familiar. Some fantastic reporting and writing from the Indiana Daily Student this morning.
Also a reminder to everyone to support student journalism!
Over coach Steve Aird’s four years, 15 of 25 IU volleyball players have left the program before finishing their eligibility as the team’s record has declined.
The players allege it's due to a culture of fear Aird built.
1/4
@idsnews
Most communities are going through some troubling times, but I got the chance to shine the spotlight on a former Florida football player who’s using his passion for good. Shoutout to
@theebigbossSS
@ahmadblack35
@BenTroupe84
for helping me tell this story.
#Gators
@TheAlligator
Former UF offensive lineman Shannon Snell is using his pitmaster skills to give back to communities across the state during the pandemic.
From
@zacharyahuber
I’m here for Florida women’s basketball media availability today with interim head coach Kelly Rae Finley and several players. Follow along with
@JesseRich352
and me for updates.
#Gators
@alligatorSports
tell me your university doesn’t care about the women’s basketball program without telling me your university doesn’t care about the women’s basketball program…
I covered my first ever Haywood County Championship Game between Tuscola-Pisgah tonight. I couldn’t live-tweet because of service, but man, the rivalry surpassed every expectation I had.
Feleipe Franks with a perfect deep throw to walk-on Jaylin Jackson, but he can’t hang on. It’s easy to tell he has been working on his touch on deep throws.
@InsideTheGators
Former Belmont women’s basketball player Sierra Jones speaks about her experience under coach Cam Newbauer and how accountability extends beyond him. Must read!
This is absolutely disgusting and horrifying and sounds all too familiar to what players said about former Florida women’s basketball coach Cameron Newbauer. Great job by
@petitus25
to bring to this light!
I’m back for Game 2 of the NCHSAA 4A state final in Burlington between No. 1 T.C. Roberson and No. 4 Wake Forest. The Rams lead the series 1-0 and can clinch the state championship with a win in Game 2. Follow along for updates.
@acthshuddle
Hello from Burlington! I’m here at Burlington Athletic Stadium for Game 1 of the 4A NCHSAA state finals series between No. 1 T.C. Roberson and No. 4 Wake Forest. Roberson will be the home team for the first game. Follow along for updates.
@acthshuddle
I'm here for the No. 1
#Gators
gymnastics meet against No. 24 Missouri at the O'Dome tonight. The meet can be watched on the SEC Network or follow along here. They are also holding Pride Night.
@alligatorSports
@TheAlligator
Here is my game story from last night. Wake Forest commit and Christ School guard Bryson Cokley poured in 25 points to help his team beat Asheville School.
I’m in Hendersonville again this week for West Henderson’s second-round game vs. West Rowan. West Henderson is the No. 2-seed in the west while West Rowan is the No. 15-seed. Kickoff is still a little while away at 7:30 p.m.
@acthshuddle
Senior running back Dameon Pierce and junior linebacker Mohamoud Diabate made The Athletic's 'Freak List' Monday. Pierce came in at No. 21 and Diabate entered the list at No. 43.
@alligatorSports
We’re getting ready for Game 1 here in Burlington for the NCHSAA 3A state final series between No. 1 J.H. Rose and No. 3 West Henderson. First pitch is scheduled for 8 p.m. Follow along for updates.
@acthshuddle
I’ll be cover the No. 1
#Gators
versus No. 2 LSU meet from Baton Rouge, Louisiana for
@alligatorSports
@TheAlligator
. It’s the clash of the titans and the seventh meet since 2007 involving the top ranked teams. The first routine starts at 7:30 p.m. and can be seen on SEC Network
North Carolina State softball commit
@EnsleyTori
can get it done on the hardwood, too. She recorded her 1,000th career point vs. Swain County.
@acthshuddle
I’m at Hendersonville High School for it’s girls and boys basketball varsity matchups versus Patton. The Bearcats elected to play tonight following the tragic death of student-athlete Elyja Gibbs Thursday morning. Follow along for updates.
I'm here covering the No. 1 Gators gymnastics meet versus No. 18 Auburn tonight in the O'Dome for
@TheAlligator
@alligatorSports
. We're set to begin at 8:30 p.m.
@chasitymaynard0
is also shooting for the meet tonight, so follow her to see the pictures she snaps tonight.
I’m helping out the
@GreenvilleNews
tonight. I’m in Asheville for the
@SoConSports
conference championship game between top-seeded
@FurmanHoops
and No. 7-seed
@GoMocsMBB
. Tip off is at 7 p.m. and can be seen on ESPN. Follow along for updates
As a winner, I’m enthusiastic to meet Dan Rather and the judges. Thank you to all my editors and coworkers who contributed to this life-changing story. I couldn’t have done it without any of you. Here is a link to the website announcing the award:
I’ll never thank
@Kkylewood
,
@EvanMPLepak
and
@Bfarrell727
enough for taking a chance on me last spring. I’ve enjoyed everyday working for the sports section and learned so much from you guys. Thank you for making
@alligatorSports
so special. Good luck Evan!
"I took the leap knowing damn well I didn't belong in that newsroom when I first got there. But it turned out to be one of the best decisions of my existence,"
@EvanMPLepak
wrote under his final byline in The Alligator.
ESPN's Mel Kiper Jr. joined "Get Up" and denounced the latest addition to Jacksonville. This isn't the first time he criticized Tebow for attempting to make the leap to the NFL.
I made the trip to Winston-Salem for the NCHSAA 1A high school girls basketball state championship between No. 3 East Columbus and No. 3 Cherokee. Follow along for updates.
@acthshuddle
Hi, I'm going to live tweeting the
@GatorsVB
match versus Auburn tonight for
@TheAlligator
@alligatorSports
. You can watch it live on the SEC Network. Follow along in this thread for updates.
Starting a new thread for the boys basketball game. East Henderson is wearing these cool warmups to honor North Henderson student Madison Crawford who passed away in a car accident on Dec. 8 along with the other victims. Follow along for updates.
@acthshuddle
The
#Gators
Gervon Dexter keeps racking up NIL endorsements. He announced a partnership with Boost Mobile, according to his Instagram.
@alligatorSports