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How much do stars matter on National Signing Day? A lot. Or not at all

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December 21, 2022

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How much do stars matter on National Signing Day? A lot. Or not at all

Texas running back commit Cedric Baxter Jr. is the only 5-star player in the Central Florida 2023 recruiting cycle.

Magic see upside even after win streak ends, turn attention to Rockets

After a narrow loss to the Hawks, the Magic can start another winning streak vs. the 9-21 Rockets.

Early signing day: UF coach Billy Napier endorses 'more accurate' star system

At Florida, 5 stars often foreshadows success. Even so, 3 stars is not an albatross, either. Kyle Trask was a 2-star QB and shined.

Early signing day: UCF is a prime example that star ratings don't always matter

UCF has shown during the last 10 years that landing 4- and 5-star prospects isn't always necessary to achieve national success.

Early signing day: FSU QB Jordan Travis proves recruiting stars aren't all alike

Jordan Travis was rated as a 3-star prospect, but he has the Seminoles on the verge of a 10-win season going into the Cheez-It Bowl.

Jones High tops final 2022 Sentinel Super 16 football rankings

Jones leads final Orlando area football rankings ahead of Edgewater, Apopka and Seminole.

Magic won't have Chuma Okeke for at least another month because of surgery

Chuma Okeke has missed the last 14 games after leaving a Nov. 21 road loss to the Pacers with knee soreness.

Hallelujah and Merry Christmas! Bama stars opt to play in bowl game | Commentary

Alabama stars Bryce Young and Will Anderson Jr. will participate in the Sugar Bowl even though both are projected as top 5 NFL Draft picks.

High school scores and top performers from Tuesday, Dec. 20

Among the boys basketball winners in holiday tournament play were Leesburg, Evans, TFA and Oviedo.

Rays to split spring training at Disney, Tropicana Field

The Rays have trained in Port Charlotte, which is about 90 minutes south of St. Petersburg, since 2009.

Chris Perkins: Dolphins focused on Aaron Rodgers and Packers, not playoff possibilities

The Dolphins basically need to win two of their final three games to earn a playoff berth.

A 30-year hot streak seems to be coming to an end for Tom Brady

If the Bucs do not win their final three games, Tom Brady will have a losing record for the first time as a starting quarterback.

UCF scores commitment from Palmetto DL Andrew Rumph

With the early signing period opening, Palmetto defensive lineman Andrew Rumph has committed to UCF.

Orlando City will open 34-match schedule for 2023 at home

The Lions are focused on finally advancing in the playoffs to build on last season's Open Cup championship.

Sherfield scores 22 points to send Oklahoma past Florida

The two-day event features the men's and women's teams from the original four schools to sign partnership deals with Jordan Brand.

Lightning locked up by Maple Leafs in Toronto

Tampa Bay has its five-game win streak snapped and loses an opportunity to gain ground on the Leafs.

UCF women snap 3-game losing skid with rout of Idaho St.

After losing by an average of 27.3 points in three consecutive games, the Knights got back on the winning track at their own tournament.

Mortgage executive Mat Ishbia will purchase Suns and Mercury for $4 billion

Mortgage executive Mat Ishbia has agreed in principle to the WNBA and NBA franchises from embattled owner Robert Sarver, according to the AP.

Masters will invite all eligible players in 2023 — even those from Saudi-funded LIV Golf league

Players who defected from the PGA Tour are still welcome at the Masters next year, even as Augusta National officials expressed disappointment Tuesday in the division.

Dequan Finn, Toledo defeat Liberty in Boca Raton Bowl

Dequan Finn passed for 133 yards and a touchdown, and rushed for another score to lead Toledo past Liberty in the rainy Boca Raton Bowl.

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