Sports – The Wakulla Sun

4 Lady War Eagle softball players sign college scholarships

Posted onApril 8, 2026April 8, 2026AuthorWilliam Snowden

Softball players Abbigail Lawhon, twins Allison and Brianna Stephens, and Makenzie Marlow signed scholarships in a ceremony on Tuesday, March 31.

By WILLIAM SNOWDEN
Editor

Four Wakulla softball players signed college scholarships at a ceremony at the high school on Tuesday, March 31.

Wakulla wrestling celebrates season

Posted onMarch 18, 2026March 17, 2026AuthorSpecial to The Sun

Coach with seniors: Clayton Manzi, Blake Barodte, Aaron Robinson, Coach Nate Litowsky, Gavin Mitchell, Troy Thaxton, William Harvey, and Brady Jackson.

By WALT JACOBS
Correspondent

The Wakulla wrestling team and their families gathered last Thursday night at Wakulla High School to celebrate a spectacular season. At the beginning of the year, expectations were high for an experienced, senior-laden team and fans were excited for what looked to be a promising season ahead. The team went 28-1 in dual meets this season and advanced to the semifinals of the FHSAA State Dual Tournament.

Derek Allen Jr. is new coach

Posted onMarch 11, 2026March 11, 2026AuthorSpecial to The Sun

Former player, Allen will take the helm of football program from retiring coach Scott Klees

Special to The Sun

Wakulla County Schools has named Derek Allen Jr. as the new Head Football Coach of the Wakulla High School War Eagles.
A Wakulla High School graduate and former student-athlete, Allen returns to his alma mater with coaching experience at both the high school and middle school levels. He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Health, Physical Education, and Recreation from Florida A&M University and is a certified Physical Education teacher.

Kendal Haynie wins state championship

Posted onMarch 11, 2026March 11, 2026AuthorSpecial to The Sun

Kendal Haynie has her hand raised in victory at state championship.

By WALT JACOBS
Correspondent

Last season, Kendal Haynie was faced with obstacles that were beyond her control: An injury kept her out of competition for 2 months. She returned to the mat in time for the post-season, but on the first day of the State Tournament she became ill. In spite of those challenges, she courageously battled to a fourth place finish.

7 Wakulla wrestlers qualify for state tournament

Posted onMarch 4, 2026March 4, 2026AuthorSpecial to The Sun

Clayton Manzi qualifies vs Walt Maddox of Marianna.

By WALT JACOBS
Correspondent

On February 28th, in spite of only having nine wrestlers competing, Wakulla placed second as a team in the 1A Region 1 Championship.

2 players sign college scholarships

Posted onMarch 4, 2026March 4, 2026AuthorLinda Ann McDonald

Wyatt Brown and Auvion Thomas signed football scholarships last week: Brown with Webber University and Thomas with St. Thomas University.

By LINDA ANN McDONALD
Correspondent

Wakulla High School hosted two scholarship signing ceremonies on Wednesday, Feb. 25, at the high school.
Stand-outs Auvion Thomas and Wyatt Brown signed with college universities based on stellar athleticism and academics. Both athletes were supported by coaching staff, educational staff, family, and friends present at the event.

Wakulla hosts District 2 championship

Posted onFebruary 25, 2026February 25, 2026AuthorSpecial to The Sun

Kendal Haynie with a pin to win the Regional title.

By WALT JACOBS
Correspondent

On February 19th, Wakulla hosted the FHSAA 1A District 2 championship. It was a high energy event and a night of celebration. 7 seniors were honored, one of Wakulla’s all-time greats was inducted into the Hall of Fame, and 4 wrestlers won District titles.

Lady War Eagles soar at district

Posted onFebruary 18, 2026February 18, 2026AuthorSpecial to The Sun

Coaches with Lady War Eagles Kameron Easter, Kendal Haynie and Julia Baggett, who all three reached the podium. (WRESTLING PHOTOS BY AMBER HAYNIE)

By WALT JACOBS
Correspondent

On February 14th, the FHSAA Girls District 1 Championship was held in Niceville, Florida. Four Lady War Eagles weighed in on Saturday hoping to place in the top four of their respective weight classes and advance to Regionals.

Scott Klees stepping down

Posted onFebruary 11, 2026February 11, 2026AuthorWilliam Snowden

The longtime War Eagle football coach wants to spend more time with family

Scott Klees coaching his team in this year’s playoff game against Bishop Kenny in Jacksonville.

By WILLIAM SNOWDEN
Editor

Scott Klees announced this week that he will retire as Wakulla War Eagle football coach.
Klees, who will still be teaching at the high school, said he wants to spend more time with his family.

Girls weightlifting competes at district

Posted onFebruary 11, 2026February 11, 2026AuthorSpecial to The Sun

The Girls Weightlifting team at districts..

By WINDY JONES
Coach

The WHS Girls Weightlifting team competed in the District Championship Saturday, January 24th at Arnold High School. Several lifters received medals and ribbons, and advanced to the Regional Championship.