Sandalwood Saints head coach Malik Reaves wanted his team to understand that a new season must mean a new standard. After going winless a year ago, the Saints opened their 2026 campaign with a statement, rolling past the KIPP Bold City Greyhounds in a convincing Kickoff Classic victory. Sandalwood jumped on KIPP early and never...Read More

The 2026 Duval County Baseball Gateway Conference Championship turned into an instant classic, as Baldwin edged Sandalwood 4-3 in a thrilling back-and-forth battle. In the end, Baldwin made history, capturing its first Gateway Conference title and finishing the job with grit and timely plays. Early on, it looked like Sandalwood was in control. They came...Read More

Jacksonville Fl- Mother Nature tried to slow down the Mandarin Mustangs on Friday night, she was unsuccessful.  The Mustangs cruised to an easy victory against the Sandalwood Saints despite weather that had ducks running for shelter. In a game that had multiple weather delays QB Knox Annis had 3 first half TD’s and the offensive...Read More

Northeast FL- Seven is the biblical number of completion. So every Sunday, we’ll highlight our 7 Takes from a particular game that we covered during the week. These “7 Takes” make up a complete game summary, highlighting key factors that led to the outcome. Our fifth complete game we provide 7-Takes from Sandalwood at Fletcher, where...Read More

One of the most coveted athletes in Northeast Florida the last decade, the long and fast defensive back Ameer Speed caught the eye of NFL scouts and was drafted by the New England Patriots in the 6th round of the 2023 NFL Draft. The 6’3, 215 pound defensive back has always stood out at his...Read More

-Jacksonville Fl- There’s no love lost between Fletcher and Sandalwood High Schools. There’s a long history of fights on and off the field at several different events, illuminating a long and heated rivalry. Friday night was no different, as the Senators fought off the Saints on and of the field for a thrilling 1-point victory....Read More

Jacksonville Fl- The 2022 season officially kicked off tonight, as the first live high school football action in Northeast Florida began. Players from Baldwin, Oakleaf, and Sandalwood were extremely eager to hit opposing teams, while makin big plays for the fans. Several players didn’t let a soggy wet field at Sandalwood stop them from putting...Read More

It’s been a great season so far for several teams in the area. Lets check out the top teams in Northeast Florida and where they are ranked currently in the state rankings. Duval Sports Rank #1 State RankSchoolRecordWinStrengthClass RankingRegionClass2St. Johns Country Day (Orange Park)12-2-022.38112.1441R12A St. Johns Country Day comes in at #1 in our mid-season...Read More

Jacksonville Fl- The Gateway Conference Championship Game for Girls Basketball featured two former champions in Jackson and Sandalwood.  Sandalwood last won in 2018-2019 and Jackson last won in 2009-2010.  This matchup also featured some of the best post players in the area.  Sandalwood has junior Jada Jones and Jackson has senior Irene Kabassubabo and junior...Read More

The Gateway Conference Tournament decided on two teams Wednesday night to face each other in the championship game. But first those two teams would have extremely exciting and hard fought contests to overcome. Check out the game recaps below Girls Basketball Semifinals Games held at Ribault Jackson 53 Mandarin 43 This game featured a matchup...Read More