Polk State Pitcher Overcomes Setbacks, Shines on Field
Alec Asher was drafted by the San Francisco Giants, but a bone spur in his throwing elbow derailed his plans. He eventually made his way to Polk State, where he’s had an incredible career —…
Polk State Makes History With Retirement of Two Jerseys
The College retired the basketball jerseys of Lance Jeter and Lorenzo Williams. Jeter and Williams both went on to play at the professional level. Read more coverage at Central Florida Online.
Polk State Baseball Defeats St. Johns, Softball Splits Doubleheader
Sophomore Brian Johnson started and pitched seven innings in a Feb. 29 win over St. Johns, giving up just five hits, one unearned run and two walks. Meanwhile, Polk State softball split a doubleheader against…
Polk State Soccer Signs Auburndale High Player
Bre Eldridge also had offers from St. Leo University, Eckerd College and Warner University. In the 2011-12 season, she led the county in goals by a center midfielder. Read more coverage in Polk Preps.
Polk State Basketball Defeats State College of Florida
The Eagles won the Suncoast Conference Tournament 72-56 during Monday night’s “Blackout” event.” The Eagles will now head to the FCSAA/NJCAA Region 8 Men’s Basketball Tournament in March. Read more coverage in The Ledger.
Former Polk State Softball Star Winning at USF
Kenshyra Jackson recently made a hit that was later ruled an error. Regardless, her coach says she’s “a dangerous hitter because she has no fear.” Read more coverage in The Oracle.
Polk State’s Alec Asher Shines in Victory Over Seminole State
Asher struck out 10 and allowed no earned runs in eight innings. The Eagles won 6-1 on Saturday. Asher was a standout pitcher at Lakeland High School, where he was drafted by the San Francisco…
Softball Recruit Highlighted in News Chief
Shortstop Maggie Roberts was a 2010 Second Team All-County selection and batted. 459. Read more in The News Chief.
Former Polk State Basketball Player Honored
Masse Doumbe was named Newcomer of the Year at the Sun Conference banquet earlier this week. He now plays for Northwood University in South Florida. Read more of the story at The Ledger.
Polk State Cheerleaders Compete at National Championship
The list of Top 10 cheerleading teams in the country now includes Polk State College. In their first appearance at the Cheersport National Cheer and Dance Competition, the Polk State Eagles finished ninth in the…