By Barron Demon Brittney Rayfield made her decision and verbally committed on March 12 to play for Flagler College. Rayfield, who originally played for the University of South Florida (USF), is now a sophomore at Pensacola State College (PSC) noted “a lot went into the decision.” Eckerd College initially offered Rayfield a full ride scholarship,…
By Barron Demons After a remarkable start, the Pirates walk off the court for the final time this season. Head Coach Clenita “Penny” Belford and her team looked unbeatable to start the season. The Pirates, in their first 16 games, went 16-0 and were ranked number 10 in the National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA).…
By Barron Demons In a fight for second place for the Region 8 State Tournament, the Pirate men basketball team fell to Chipola College 66-61, eliminating them from postseason contention. Where the top two teams of their conference gets a chance to play in the Region 8 tournament, the Pirates found themselves in third place,…
By Barron Demons The Pensacola State College (PSC) Pirates defeated the number one ranked Northwest Florida State College (NWFSC) Raiders 87-70, ending the Raiders’ 25-game winning streak. Hartsell Arena erupted on Feb. 7 when Gerald Williams made a last second, heroic three-pointer to seal the game against conference foe Tallahassee Community College. Beating the Raiders…
By Barron Demons Willesley Butler has been a part of the men’s basketball team since 2015. In his final season with the Pirates, Butler was determined to give it his all. Born in Old Harbour, St. Catherine, Jamaica, Butler started playing basketball at 14. While living in Jamaica, Butler received an athletic scholarship to…
By Josh McQueen Intramurals are organized sporting activities available to all Pensacola State College (PSC) faculty and students.The events take place throughout the semester and there is no certain skill level required. Doug Rodgers, intramural sports director, is looking for participants to join the intramurals activities at PSC. “We are really recreational. We do the…
By Barron Demons The baseball season for Pensacola State College (PSC) is in full swing, and with a heavy recruiting class, the Pirates have a chance to improve from last season. Head Baseball Coach Bryan Lewallyn signed 20 new players after being undermanned last year and looks to continue to build his team for the…
By Barron Demons The Pensacola State College (PSC) softball team is determined to make a statement this year to prove they belong with the best. The Pirates ended last season with an overall record of 22-23 which results in a .489 winning percentage. The Pirates are putting last year behind them and look to improve…
By Barron Demons Aminat Jubril and AJ Yates continue to play the sport they love while being members of Pensacola State College’s Robinson Honors Program. Most athletes, whether on scholarship or walk-on, attend school to be a part of a sporting team and to obtain their degree. Jubril and Yates are extending their knowledge beyond…
By Barron Demons Samantha Reid started playing “Wee-Ball” at age two and fell in love with the game. Reid was eventually plagued by injuries and made the decision to leave the sport she loves. N ow a sophomore at Pensacola State College, (PSC) Reid has decided to pursue a medical degree. Reid started playing in…