Category Archives: Sports

Polk Voices Speak to Spring Training Baseball Economics …

Posted on March 23, 2011 by Bob Gernert

Florida Trend has included an article on “The Economics of Baseball’s Spring Training” among its March 23 suggested reading. The overview written by Ryan Holewell appears online at www.governing.com and speaks to the dilemma public officials face when considering whether … Continue reading →

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Florida Sports Hall of Fame Opens at Lake Myrtle

Posted on June 22, 2010 by Bob Gernert

The Florida Sports Hall of Fame opened in ribbon cutting ceremonies this morning and now shares quarters with Polk County Tourism and Sports Marketing at their new Lake Myrtle complex. The Hall of Fame houses memorabilia from some of Florida’s … Continue reading →

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Golfing Moment at Friday’s Tournament …

Posted on April 13, 2010 by Bob Gernert

If you’re a golfer you’ll find something new and entertaining at this Friday’s Chamber Challenge Golf Tournament. Golf Entertainer and celebrity impersonator, Brad Denton will be on hand prior to the shotgun start. In addition to demonstrating skill with a … Continue reading →

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Chain of Lakes Cycling Classic – This Weekend!

Posted on April 16, 2009 by Bob Gernert

April 18 and 19 will be a grand weekend for cycling enthusiasts with an Alturas Road Race on April 18 and a fast-paced downtown Winter Haven Criterion event with a series of races for most ages on Sunday, April 19. … Continue reading →

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Golfing with Derrick Brooks

Posted on March 30, 2009 by Bob Gernert

  You never can tell who you might play golf with at the Chamber tournament. Former Buccaneer Derrick Brooks (left) joined  Terrance Barber, Alex Santiago, III and Darryl Talley at the March 27 event.

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Chain of Lakes Complex … Make No Little Plans

Posted on May 15, 2008 by Bob Gernert

Satellite view of proposed master planning DRI City Commissioners, staff, Chamber and Main Street representatives heard a preliminary overview of how redevelopment of the current Chain of Lakes Stadium/Southwest Complex property is likely to proceed. The City actually plans to … Continue reading →

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Paddling is Key to Success

Posted on April 14, 2008 by Bob Gernert

No, we’re not speaking of corporal punishment … but the best way to win the Second Annual Chain of Lakes Challenge Canoe & Kayak Races is to paddle your boat better than anyone else in the competition. Bring your canoe … Continue reading →

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Ladies and Gentleman … Start Your Volleyballs!

Posted on March 20, 2008 by Bob Gernert

Cypress Gardens to Host First-Ever Corporate Beach Volleyball Tournament In celebration of the reopening of Splash Island Water Park and Cypress Gardens’ first-ever Ski & Surf Weekend, the park will host a Corporate Beach Volleyball Tournament on Saturday, March 29. … Continue reading →

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Sunshine State Games Mean Busy June for Polk

Posted on May 25, 2007 by Bob Gernert

More than 30 Polk County locations will host the Florida Sunshine State Games during the weekends of June 9-10 and 15 – 17. Thousands of Florida’s finest amateur athletes will participate. Area hotels, restaurants and retailers should find themselves busy. … Continue reading →

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