Hitting a baseball is considered one of the toughest feats in sports. With a ball traveling up to 100 mph and the mound just 60 feet, 6 inches away, a batter has less than a second to decide whether to swing.
For those who can consistently make contact, it's an unmatched feeling.
St. Francis Catholic Academy senior William Collett has had a journey like few others in youth sports. The shooting guard has overcome tremendous obstacles to become the captain of the St. Francis Catholic Academy varsity basketball team, earning this week's UF Health Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine Athlete of the Week honor.
This one week seminar is an immersion experience in basic musculoskeletal pathology, correlated with radiographic and imaging staging techniques, histologic diagnosis, and principles of treatment covering the gamut of musculoskeletal lesions.
A private reception for UF Orthopaedic Surgery and Sports Medicine Alumni, Family, and Friends held during the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) Annual Meeting.
Join us for a cocktail reception and appetizers at The Nolen Rooftop lounge with beautiful views of the San Diego skyline during the AAOS 2025 Annual Meeting.
For Bell senior weightlifter Kennedy Smith, the journey to success has always been fueled by a desire to be the best. However, after winning three straight regional titles in high school, her perspective shifted this year. Smith's focus on enjoying the competition has made her most recent season her most gratifying yet, earning her the UF Health Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine Athlete of the Week award.
Ar'Nayshia Griffin, a junior guard for Bradford High School, has been named the UF Health Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine Athlete of the Week. The Starke native is currently averaging 26.6 points per game, a performance that places her among the top scorers in all of North Central Florida.
In comparison, those scoring numbers would stand out even among the top players in women's basketball at any level nationwide. The leading scorer in the WNBA this season is averaging 26.9 points per game, while the NCAA Division I leader is averaging 26.5.
The ASES Foundation is committed to improving shoulder and elbow care and surgical procedures through education and research.
An Introduction to Orthopaedic Surgery for Undergraduate and Medical Students:
The Columbia girl's varsity basketball team has faced a string of early-season injuries, leading to struggles and a four-game losing streak. However, the Tigers have turned things around, winning three straight road games, thanks in part to a standout performance from junior guard Mariah Cox. Cox put up 17 points and 10 steals in the Tigers' victory over PK Yonge, earning her the UF Health Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine Athlete of the Week honor.
Gainesville High School boys' basketball got off to a strong start in the 2024 season, winning three straight games to open play. However, the Hurricanes knew they would face a tough test when defending two-time state champions Williston High School came to town.
