Bianchi: Cignetti award reminds us of Corso's greatness | Rays win 12th of past 13 | Latest on Magic coach search

McClanahan’s third scoreless outing in row leads Rays to 12th win in 13 games • Who could the Magic hire as the next coach? Names to know in the Orlando search

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Sentinel Sports Final Thursday, May 7, 2026

Stay informed — sign up for these newsletters Knights Weekly WEEKLY The latest on UCF football, recruiting, basketball and more. Sign up Bianchi: Cignetti award reminds us of Corso's greatness | Rays win 12th of past 13 | Latest on Magic coach search Bianchi: Curt Cignetti’s award reminds us that the real magic of Lee Corso was never the headgear Indiana coach Curt Cignetti will win the inaugural Lee Corso Legacy Award on Thursday night near Orlando. Read more → McClanahan’s third scoreless outing in row leads Rays to 12th win in 13 games Tampa Bay has won 10 straight home games and is 14-4 at home in its first season back at Tropicana Field following a season across the bay at Steinbrenner Field while repairs were made at the Trop following damage caused by Hurricane Milton. Read more → Who could the Magic hire as the next coach? Names to know in the Orlando search Magic president of basketball operations Jeff Weltman said Monday the Orlando organization has already heard from a “great number of candidates.” Read more → Bianchi: Nearly 20 years later, it’s time for Magic and Billy Donovan to run it back! Two decades after Billy Donovan backed out on the Orlando Magic, this is the perfect time for a full-circle moment. Read more → Elijah Hutcheson’s commitment continues Gators’ O-line haul under Phil Trautwein Offensive tackle Elijah Hutcheson’s commitment to Florida continued the success of assistant coach Phil Trautwein luring top prospects to his position. Read more → Lake Highland’s epic lacrosse rivalry; Deltona (19-0), Montverde (17-0) | Varsity Weekly Lake Highland, American Heritage girls lacrosse rivalry, fueled by esteemed coaches, has seven straight Florida state championships. They should meet again on Saturday in FHSAA final. Read more → Orlando high school scores and statistics from Wednesday, May 6 In boys weightlifting, Ryan Thompson of Leesburg won the 2A Olympic title at 199 pounds. In girls track, Lee Peters of Foundation won the Class 1A 100 dash state title, while Duke Carpenter of Geneva won the 1A boys discus title. Softball winners included TFA, MDCA and Montverde. Read more → Scott Frost sees familiar spark as UCF looks to rebound in Year 2 Scott Frost sees echoes of 2017 as UCF eyes a Year 2 leap, banking on QB Alonzo Barnett III’s return, experience and buy-in. Read more → Williamson’s go-ahead single lifts Rays to fifth straight win Tampa Bay won for the 11th time in 12 games and ran its home winning streak to nine. The Rays haven’t allowed more than three runs in 12 straight games, tying a team record set in 2013. Read more → A spot in Orlando Magic history: What will new coach add to this lineup? With Jamahl Mosley’s firing Monday after five seasons, the Orlando Magic are looking for its next head coach. Here’s a glance back at the men who previously held Orlando’s top job. Read more →

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Big Thunder reopens | Universal show closing | New Disney ferryboat

Universal Orlando’s Horror Make-Up Show closing for revisions • Disney building new ferryboat, naming it after former president

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Theme Park Rangers Wednesday, May 6, 2026

Stay informed — sign up for these newsletters Things to Do WEEKLY A look at entertainment and sporting events in Orlando and around Central Florida. Sign up Big Thunder reopens | Universal show closing | New Disney ferryboat Disney: New Big Thunder rail results in smoother operator The coaster is rollling again at Magic Kingdom with a glimpse of the future. Read more → Universal Orlando’s Horror Make-Up Show closing for revisions Live production, staged since 1990, will keep its horror-humor mix Read more → Disney building new ferryboat, naming it after former president In 2027 the fleet will add the double-decker Meg Gilbert Crofton, honoring Disney World’s leader from 2006-13 Read more → Disney leaders optimistic about theme parks despite attendance dip Attendance at U.S. parks down 1% but revenue up 5% Read more → Attractions panelists dive into state of the industry Experts discuss villains land, kids-driven park, AI and more Read more → Hey, it’s May! How Orlando attractions are gearing up for summer 2026 What’s fresh this summer, Big Thunder and beyond. Read more → Universal Orlando: Summer fare includes ‘Jaws,’ minions, Spielberg exhibit Temporary movie-driven activities, seasonal favorites on tap Read more → Gold standard: Refreshened Big Thunder rolling back into Disney World Frontierland coaster returns Sunday after 15-months of down time Read more → Legoland Florida adding World Cup experiences, creativity goals Among the activities will be jersey designs, Lego versions of soccer players Read more → Disney sets August start dates for Not-So-Scary, Food & Wine events The Magic Kingdom’s Halloween event and Epcot food fest get start dates. Read more → Gatorland’s Swamp Walk: What to see, where to catch old Florida vibes Strolling through the home of actual Florida wildlife is now enhanced with conservation information and history lessons. Read more →

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