In a shocking turn of events, Chaminade-Madonna went from one of the most hyped high school football programs in Florida to a big ole question mark.
Head coach Jason Milgrom resigned Sunday morning via Twitter with a cryptic message that took a shot at the school’s “decisions” regarding the football program.
“Last night, I resigned from my position as Head Football Coach at Chaminade-Madonna College Preparatory,” Milgrom said in the Tweet. “There is never a good time and this is the prime definition of that.
“However, I was unable to comprehend some decisions and the thought process on the future of the program,” Milgrom said. “I could not willingly and knowingly promote something anymore that I was not sold on.
Read his full message:
— Jason S. Milgrom (@moose_coach) July 31, 2016
So what the heck is Milgrom talking about?
There is speculation that the issue revolved around potential funding cuts to the program.
Looks like something got figured out at Hollywood Chaminade-Madonna after funding cuts led to a chunk of the team threatening to transfer
— Rob Cassidy (@Cassidy_Rob) August 1, 2016
Chaminade acted quickly and hired former Hallandale High School football coach Dameon Jones for the top job.
Jones had successful years coaching Hallandale, especially in his last two at the school when he went to a 21-4 record.
Chaminade-Madonna is a top high school football program located in Hollywood, FL.
“Chaminade’s commitment to building a competitive athletic program supported by its vision to prepare students for higher learning brought Jones out of retirement,” Chaminade-Madonna athletic director Andre Torres in a press release obtained by the Sun-Sentinel. “His extensive background, community ties and dedication to student and program development have prepared him for his new opportunity with the C-M Lions.”
Chaminade was seen as a program on the rise due to a solid first season last year under Milgrom’s leadership (they went 7-2) and a strong class of transfers that had come to the school in the off-season.
The school also announced in April that it would finally have lights on its football field- allowing for the play of home night games.
Read More: Chaminade Madonna High School To Get Lights For Football Field
Chaminade had been ranked as the 44th best football team in the nation according to preseason polls. However, the news of Milgrom’s resignation has dropped them out of the top 50.
According to Rob Cassidy, a reporter for Rivals.com, there are not expected to be any transfers from the school.
Seems like everyone will be back. Also, I finished “Stranger Things”. I have some thoughts, but it’s too early for that kind of fire.
— Rob Cassidy (@Cassidy_Rob) August 1, 2016
Even so, what a wild few days for high school football fans in South Florida.
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VIDEO: Clemson Tiger Fan Launches Into Racist, Homophobic Attack On Miami, Before College Football Game
Update: With the Miami Hurricanes set to play the Clemson Tigers in the ACC Championship game on Dec. 2, this story has started to go viral. It is worth noting that this piece was originally published on October 21, 2015 in the run-up to the regular season UM-Clemson matchup that season. But clearly the increased interest in this article shows that fans on both sides of this matchup are going to be fired up for the ACC Championship.
Original Story:
The UM- Clemson “rivalry” doesn’t really exist. The ‘Canes and Tigers are on opposite sides of the ACC and rarely play each other.
But the Miami Hurricanes may have a little more bulletin board material than usual for the game upcoming on Saturday.
A Clemson fan going by the name of SAVAGE TIGERR on Youtube posted and then deleted a racist and homophobic video attacking South Florida in preparation for the game.
The video was saved and then published on a popular Facebook page run by Miami based film director and massive Hurricane fan Billy Corben.
The video below is very NSFW and contains very strong language:
Racist Homophobic Clemson Tigers Fan Rants Against Miami, Mexicans and Homosexuals (WARNING: STRONG LANGUAGE) — uploaded and deleted by YouTube user SAVAGE TIGERR
Posted by The U on Wednesday, October 21, 2015
Video/Photo Credit: Billy Corben/ “The U” on Facebook
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Tailgate In Style: Here Are The Best Miami Food Events For This Upcoming Week
This piece was originally published by our partner MIAbites.com and is produced by them.
Each week MIAbites will feature The Weekly Nibble, highlighting “foodie” events and special promotions for the upcoming week. Please note that specific details, dates and prices are subject to change, so please call ahead to confirm event details.
Saturday September 12th – The Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts is hosting their #ArtsLaunch2015 with all day events. Farmers Market, Free food Tastings at Café at Books & Books, Brunch at Brava!, Interactive workshops with New World Symphony and Miami City Ballets and lots more. Visit website for complete schedule of events. Arsht Center 1300 Biscayne Blvd Miami, FL.
Saturday September 12th– Ortanique on the Mile. 11:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. Chef Cindy Hutson will host an interactive cooking class at her restaurant, Ortanique on the Mile. This hands-on cooking experience with Hutson will teach guests to create recipes like Baby Gulf Shrimp Salad, New Zealand Lamb Korma and Puttin’ On The Ritz Pie. Price: $108 pp (includes tax and gratuity). Ortanique on the Mile 278 Miracle Mile. Coral Gables, FL. 305 446 7710
Sunday September 13th– BLT Prime is hosting a Tailgating for a Cause event., Dolfans can celebrate the beginning of football season in style with a fun and charitable Tailgate Season Kickoff Cooking Class & Lunch at BLT Prime. Chef de Cuisine Dustin Ward will lead the interactive culinary experience which will begin at 11AM with handcrafted cocktail making followed by a step-by-step demo of the menu including Grilled NY Strip with Onion Marmalade, Summer Squash Skewers and Honey Cake with Grilled Figs, all the while guests will indulge in complimentary beverages. The three-hour class includes a cooking demonstration on the Champion’s patio outdoor grills, followed by lunch and Dolphins vs. Redskins season opener watch party. The class is priced at $75 per person and all proceeds will benefit St. Jude’s Research Hospital. BLT Prime at the Trump National Doral Miami, 4400 NW 87th. Doral, FL.
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Monday September 14th- Marion, the new neighborhood meeting place one block south of Mary Brickell Village opens Monday, September 14, 2015 for dinner only, Starting Monday, October 5th the restaurant will be opening for lunch and dinner, from 11am to 11pm. Serving up fare and products of the highest quality, handpicked by Executive Chef Jean Paul Lourdes, patrons have the option to sit down and dine on exquisite Mediterranean fare or grab-and-go one of the restaurant’s savory rotisserie chickens or its variety of pastries and other gourmet food items. Lourdes brings with him an impressive culinary pedigree, having worked at three-star Michelin restaurants in Paris, Tokyo, London and Hong Kong. Marion 1111 SW 1st Avenue Miami, FL 786 717 7512.
Thursday September 17th– Yelp Miami hosts “Big Bite in Little Haiti”. From 8-10 pm, Big Bite event brings together the city’s top toques, bakers, and chocolate makers to fight for your vote in the “Best Bite” competition. Join us at the Little Haiti Cultural Center for flowing wine and local brews, live artist demos and surprise performances, all in the heart of the emerging Little Haiti neighborhood. For the full lineup of over 30 participating vendors and to RSVP, check out Yelp Events! Free entrance. Little Haiti Cultural Center 212 NE 59th Terrace. Miami, FL.
Looking ahead…
Friday September 18th– The Forge welcomes the James Beard Foundation’s Taste America®: “Local Flavor from Coast To Coast” for an evening that begins with a tasting reception featuring an exciting lineup of Miami’s finest chefs, including Timon Balloo, Cindy Hutson, Brad Kilgore, Giorgio Rapicavoli, and Cesar Zapata. Then, enjoy a unique four-course seated dinner designed by James Beard Award Winners Rocco DiSpirito and Christopher Lee, with Pastry Chef Sergio Navarro. Evening emceed by award-winning Miami Herald food editor Evan S. Benn. Tickets are $250. The Forge 432 W 41st St, Miami Beach, FL
Saturday September 19th– Benefitting the United Way of Miami, The Intercontinental plays host to the Second Annual Young Leaders’B.Y.O.B.‘Build Your Own Brunch’ from 11-2 pm.. An interactive cooking and eating experience led by Chef Bradley Kilgore of Alter and two of his culinary friends: Chef Roel Alcudiaof The Cypress Room and Chef William Crandall of the soon-to-open Izzy’s Fish and Oyster. Miami Herald food editor and new Young Leaders member, Evan Benn, will host the cooking extravaganza. Spend a Saturday with friends learning to make the perfect brunch, from start to finish. At your table, you and your friends will follow along with our chefs and team up to cook each course, and then enjoy your culinary creations. Helping you along the way are culinary arts students from Johnson & Wales University who will teach you a few tricks of the trade, as well. Tickets are $100 for Young Leaders and $125 GA, with deadline to purchase Tuesday September 15th. The Intercontinental 100 Chopin Plaza. Miami, FL
Saturday September 19th– Sur La Table, the retail destination for those with a passion for cooking and a love for food, will welcome the James Beard Foundation’s Taste America®: “Local Flavor from Coast To Coast” into its kitchens for the third consecutive year. Free in-store activities of the day will include cooking demos by Taste America All-Star and James Beard-Award-winning chef Rocco DiSpirito, along with chef Cindy Hutson, who will showcase a recipe prepared with Lifeway Kefir. Stores will also offer book signings, tastings from local producers and artisans, and productdemos and tastings from national Taste America sponsors. For the full schedule of events and more information, please visit www.jbftasteamerica.org/event/miamiSur La Table Mizner Park 438 Plaza Real Boca Raton, FL.
( Information provided by various sources and subject to change. Please call ahead to confirm )
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16 Year Old Boy Leads Police On Multi County Chase In South Florida
Update: 1:53 PM EST
A 16 year old boy had been leading police on a wild two county chase for the past hour in South Florida.
The chase finally came to an end at around 1:50 PM EST after the suspect was arrested in Miami Gardens.
The chase began in Southern Miami-Dade County after the boy allegedly stole a Chevy Suburban.
More to come.
Video from WSVN Channel 7 in Miami.
WSVN-TV – 7NEWS Miami Ft. Lauderdale News, Weather, Deco
Cover Photo Credit: Traffic Camera/ WSVN (Screenshot)
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