EAST LAKE — The mechanics on the mound were straightforward and sound, the strategy a mix of sophistication and strength, the drop ball as precise as the fastball was powerful. The demeanor was one of professional pride. Palm Harbor… Read more

Perhaps it was fitting the hit Palm Harbor University’s Taylor Sabol gave up that ended her bid for a perfect game Thursday night came on a home run. Armed with better tools and new techniques, hitters are taking over softball, especially… Read more

Times’ Super Seven Records through Tuesday 1. Palm Harbor University (11-1): Won its tournament last week by outslugging opponents, including a 15-14 victory against East Lake in final. 2. East Lake (13-3): Went 4-1 at Lady Canes Spring… Read more

EAST LAKE — All week, East Lake has made sure to mark its calendar for tonight’s district showdown with Palm Harbor University. After all, the Eagles still remember the last meeting, an extra-inning loss in which they twice gave up… Read more

Softball Boca Ciega 5, Dixie Hollins 0: Mallory Allen pitched a three-hit shutout as the Pirates improved to 7-3 with a win over the Rebels. Two of the Pirates’ five hits went for extra bases. Brittany Price had a double and Samantha Marra… Read more