Second edition of FedExCup event returns to the Grand Strand in May 2025 at Dunes Golf and Beach Club The PGA TOUR and Visit Myrtle Beach today welcomed ONEflight International as co-title sponsor of the ONEflight Myrtle Beach Classic, which returns to South Carolina’s Grand Strand May 8-11, 2025, at Dunes Golf and Beach Club. Founded in 2010, ONEflight International is a global private aviation company revolutionizing the luxury private jet travel industry. ONEflight – which last fall was tapped as the Official Private Aviation Partner of TGL – boasts six PGA TOUR stars as brand ambassadors in Akshay Bhatia, Denny McCarthy, Patrick Rodgers, Adam Schenk, Scott Stallings and Sahith Theegala. “The energy and excitement around the inaugural Myrtle Beach Classic were undeniable, and the PGA TOUR is eager to see this event continue to grow with this support from ONEflight,” said Tyler Dennis, PGA TOUR Chief Competitions Officer. “Together with the commitment of our partners at Visit Myrtle Beach, the ONEflight Myrtle Beach Classic will thrive as a premier sports and entertainment event in one of America’s top golf destinations." The PGA TOUR’s Myrtle Beach event debuted on the FedExCup schedule in 2024, with Chris Gotterup claiming the first edition by six shots for his first career TOUR victory. Co-sponsored by Visit Myrtle Beach, the inaugural tournament attracted more than 40,000 fans to Dunes Golf and Beach Club across tournament week. “We are thrilled to join as co-title sponsor of the ONEflight Myrtle Beach Classic, furthering our commitment to supporting the growth of professional golf,” said Ferren Rajput, CEO of ONEflight. “This partnership represents an exciting new chapter, and we’re proud to bring our passion for the game to such an iconic destination. Together with Visit Myrtle Beach, we look forward to delivering an exceptional tournament experience for players, fans and the entire golf community.” In December, the PGA TOUR recognized the Myrtle Beach Classic with the “Best-In-Class Element” award at its annual tournament meetings in recognition of its innovative feature “The Q at Myrtle Beach,” an 18-hole shootout featuring prominent digital content creators that drew more than 1 million views worldwide to the Play Golf Myrtle Beach YouTube channel. “Visit Myrtle Beach is very pleased to welcome ONEflight International as a co-title sponsor for the ONEflight Myrtle Beach Classic,” said Tracy Conner, Interim President and CEO of Visit Myrtle Beach. “This partnership elevates the tournament’s prestige and underscores Myrtle Beach’s status as a premier destination for golf and leisure. We eagerly anticipate the enhanced experiences this alliance will bring to players, fans and our local community.” The ONEflight Myrtle Beach Classic, which awards 300 FedExCup points to the champion, is one of two stops in the Palmetto State for the PGA TOUR in 2025, along with the RBC Heritage at Harbour Town Golf Links. The tournament is contested the same week as the Truist Championship, which this year relocates from Quail Hollow Golf Club in Charlotte, North Carolina, to the Philadelphia Cricket Club (Wissahickon Course) in Pennsylvania. The 2025 ONEflight Myrtle Beach Classic will be televised on Golf Channel and PGA TOUR LIVE on ESPN+. About PGA TOUR By showcasing golf’s greatest players, the PGA TOUR engages, inspires and positively impacts our fans, partners and communities worldwide. The PGA TOUR, headquartered in Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida, co-sanctions tournaments on the PGA TOUR, PGA TOUR Champions, Korn Ferry Tour, PGA TOUR Americas and administers PGA TOUR Q-School presented by Korn Ferry and PGA TOUR University. TOUR members represent the world’s best players, hailing from 28 countries and territories. Showcasing the biggest moments in the sport with history and legacy on the line, the PGA TOUR has long-term domestic distribution partnerships for broadcast coverage on CBS, NBC and Golf Channel and video streaming service on ESPN+. Internationally, PGA TOUR coverage is available across 200+ countries and territories in 30 languages via 39 broadcast and digital partners. Virtually all tournaments are organized as non profit organizations to maximize charitable giving, and to date, tournaments across all Tours have generated more than $4 billion. Fans can follow the PGA TOUR via: the PGA TOUR app and PGATOUR.COM ; social media channels, including YouTube , Facebook , Instagram  (in Spanish , Korean  and Japanese ), LinkedIn, TikTok, X (in English, Spanish and Japanese); the PGA TOUR Channel on Free Ad-Supported Television (FAST) platforms such as the Roku Channel, Samsung TV Plus, PlutoTV, Xumo, LG Channels, Tubi, Amazon’s Freevee, FireTV and Alexa devices; and WhatsApp (in English  and Spanish ), WeChat , Weibo , Toutiao  and Douyin . About ONEflight International ONEflight International is a global private aviation company revolutionizing the luxury private jet travel industry since the company’s founding in 2010. It is the fastest growing market leader developing and implementing technological solutions for non-commercial air travel through BAJit, its proprietary online Book a Jet platform. With over 700 world-class selected aircraft charter operator partnerships and a network of 7,000 private jets worldwide, ONEflight empowers members to seamlessly search, select and book a private flight with a fleet of aircraft at their disposal and excellent customer service from booking to disembarking. Visit www.ONEflight.net for more information. ONEflight firmly believes you don’t need to OWN; you just need to FLY. About Visit Myrtle Beach Visit Myrtle Beach is the destination marketing arm of the Myrtle Beach Area Chamber of Commerce and Convention and Visitors Bureau, which serves 14 communities that stretch 60 miles along the northeast coast of South Carolina, including Myrtle Beach, North Myrtle Beach, Little River, Loris, Atlantic Beach, Carolina Forest, Conway, Aynor, Socastee, Surfside Beach, Garden City Beach, Murrells Inlet, Litchfield Beach, and Pawleys Island. Visit Myrtle Beach promotes tourism through various partnerships and initiatives to advance the economic success of the region, popularly known as the Grand Strand and the “Golf Capital of the World.” Along with world-class golf and over 90 golf courses, Myrtle Beach offers fresh coastal Carolina cuisine, vibrant entertainment and family attractions, shopping and more. For more information, go to VisitMyrtleBeach.com . By ML Staff. Content/Images courtesy of PGA

The Miami Dolphins announced they have released cornerback Kendall Fuller , running back Raheem Mostert and tight end Durham Smythe . Fuller  started 11 games for the Dolphins after signing as an unrestricted free agent on March 18, 2024. He totaled 50 tackles (37 solo), seven passes defensed and one fumble recovery during the 2024 season. Fuller has played nine seasons in the NFL after being drafted by Washington in the third round (84th overall) of the 2016 NFL Draft from Virginia Tech. Fuller spent six total seasons with Washington (2016-17, 2020-23) and two with Kansas City (2018-19) where he won Super Bowl LIV during the 2019 season. Mostert  spent the previous three seasons with Miami (2022-24), appearing in 44 games with 30 starts while recording 475 carries for 2,181 rushing yards (4.6 avg.) and 23 rushing touchdowns. He added 75 catches for 538 receiving yards (7.2 avg.) and five touchdown receptions. In 2023, Mostert led the NFL with 18 rushing touchdowns and was named to the Pro Bowl for the first time in his career. He also set single-season franchise records for most total touchdowns in a season (21) and most rushing touchdowns in a season (18) in 2023 as part of the NFL's No. 1 overall offense. Prior to signing with the Dolphins as an unrestricted free agent in 2022, Mostert played for five different franchises across seven seasons – Miami (2015), Baltimore (2015), Cleveland (2015), Chicago (2016) and San Francisco (2016-21). He originally entered the NFL as an undrafted free agent out of Purdue when he signed with Philadelphia on May 2, 2015. Smythe  was a fourth-round pick (123rd overall) by Miami in the 2018 NFL Draft and has played in 112 games with 74 starts over the past seven seasons (2018-24). Smythe totaled 132 receptions for 1,228 yards (9.3 avg.) and three receiving touchdowns, along with four carries for four rushing yards (1.0 avg.) and one rushing touchdown. He played collegiately at Notre Dame. By ML Staff. Content/Images courtesy of Miami Dolphins

In coordination with the launch of the new USPA Member Portal, please see below for instructions on how to utilize the tournament database for all USPA national, sanctioned and circuit events and to be featured in the USPA's newsletter This Week In Polo. TOURNAMENT APPLICATIONS USPA Member Clubs can submit tournament applications for national, sanctioned and circuit events through the new USPA Member Portal. During the application process, submitting additional information for the Tournament Support Program (TSP) is available to access the benefits associated with that program. The tournament application process is outlined below: Step One: Log into your USPA member portal at the following web address: members.uspolo.org . Step Two: Once inside the member portal click on the menu “Tourn. Data” and go to the sub menu “Tournament Application”. Only Club Delegates or their designee have access to apply for tournaments or enter rosters and results through the tournament database. Club Delegates may request access for a designee by emailing Kaila Dowd at kdowd@uspolo.org . Step Three: Enter the tournament information associated with the tournament you are applying for. All information is required. Step Four: Input additional tournament information including whether the tournament intends to use USPA Professional Umpires, along with providing the contact information for the designated Tournament Representative and Equine Welfare Representative. Step Five: Input your host tournament committee members (minimum of 3 required) and selected any optional tournament conditions that may be utilized during the tournament. Please note that selecting an optional tournament condition may impact rostering rules and criteria. Step Six: Provide a club delegate or tournament contact signature to complete the application and proceed to the payment page. Step Seven: Complete your payment to finish the tournament application process. If TSP was selected in Step Three, a $500 deposit is required for the tournament application. This deposit will be refunded if all requirements are met as part of the TSP Guidelines ( Click Here for TSP Guidelines ). For any questions associated with the Tournament Application process, please contact Tournament Manager Kaila Dowd at kdowd@uspolo.org or Tournament Administrator Jesse Baker at jbaker@uspolo.org . ROSTERING AND RESULTS USPA Member Clubs are required to submit Circuit, Sanctioned, and National tournament results in the USPA tournament database, accessible via the Member Portal. Clubs are encouraged to enter results immediately following the completion of any USPA tournament. TSP benefits, including prize money and the free umpire(s) will not be awarded until results are entered and verified. To be included in the “Trophy Stage” section of the USPA’s weekly newsletter, This Week In Polo, results must be entered within two weeks of the conclusion of the tournament. The tournament database is accessible to all USPA Club Delegates or designated club representative, who are responsible for entering team rosters and player information, game scores, winning teams and any special awards or designations. The submission process is outlined below. Step One: Log into your USPA member portal at the following web address: members.uspolo.org . Step Two: Once inside the member portal click on the menu “Tourn. Data” and go to the sub menu “Rosters/Results”. Step Three: You will see a list of tournaments you have access to below as a club delegate or tournament contact. You can filter the results further at the top of the page. Select “Roster” or “Results” on the tournament entry you want to submit information for. Step Four: If you have not already done so, press Roster and enter your teams and rosters. Press “Add Team” to create a new team and search and add team members within each team. The first four players (three players for arena tournaments) are your rostered players and any additional players will be marked as substitutes. Step Five: After adding all teams and players, press “Save Teams” to save your entries. Saving will also validate all teams to ensure they meet the rostering requirements. Green indicates eligible players and teams and red indicates any ineligible players or teams. To qualify for any tournament program or initiatives, including Tournament Support Program (TSP), Bridge to High Goal (B2HG), Prize Money Matching Program (PMMP) and all incentive programs, all teams and players must be eligible to participate. Step Six: After the tournament is completed or after games have been played return to this page and press “Results” to enter game results. Step Seven: Enter all game results by entering the required information and pressing “Add Game”. This will enter your game result into the table below. When completed, press “Final Results”. Step Eight: Enter the results for the final game including Winning Team, final game, Most Valuable Player (MVP), Best Playing Pony (BPP) (enter owner and player names separately) and any additional awards including Sportsmanship and Horsemanship (as applicable). Upload a photo of the winning team by clicking “+ Choose”. Please provide the highest resolution photo possible. The maximum file size that can be uploaded is 100mb. Once you have selected and uploaded an image, enter the players’ names from left to right as they appear. Anyone included in the photo but not a member of the winning team must also be documented in the caption underneath the file upload. Every person shown in the uploaded image must be named! Once all information has been accurately added click “Save” to submit your results. Congratulations, you have now submitted your tournament results. For questions regarding tournament details, please contact USPA Tournament Manager Kaila Dowd at kdowd@uspolo.org . If you would like to have your club featured on the USPA’s social media channels, professional photography/videography imagery from your club’s event can be sent to USPA Communications Manager Cristina Fernandez at cfernandez@uspolo.org for consideration. Entering your club’s tournament results within two weeks of conclusion of play does not guarantee that the results will be featured in the This Week In Polo newsletter right away. If you have submitted all tournament results information and have not seen your club’s results included in the trophy stage section of the newsletter within four weeks of uploading, please reach out to USPA Communications Coordinator Grace Grotnik at ggrotnik@uspolo.org . By ML Staff. Content/Image courtesy of United States Polo Association

FanDuel Sports Network to broadcast five Marlins’ Spring Training games; Marlins Radio Network to broadcast 28 games, including Spring Breakout on March 14, across 940 AM WINZ and MLB.com ; Radio Mambí 710 AM WAQI to air 10 games, beginning with Grapefruit League opener on February 22 MIAMI – The Miami Marlins announced the club’s broadcast schedule for Spring Training games, beginning with their Grapefruit League opener on Saturday, February 22 against the St. Louis Cardinals at 1:10 p.m. ET. Marlins single-game tickets on sale now FanDuel Sports Network will air a total of five games: two stand-alone broadcasts on March 17 against the New York Mets and March 20 against the Houston Astros, and three shared broadcasts with the St. Louis Cardinals on March 11, March 16, and March 18. The Marlins’ English-language flagship station, FOX Sports 940 AM Miami, will broadcast audio from 15 of the club’s 30 Spring Training games, while an additional 12 games, including the Spring Breakout, can be found exclusively on the MLB App. Fans can tune into the Spanish radio broadcast on Radio Mambí 710 AM WAQI or on the MLB App for 10 Grapefruit League games. The Marlins’ exhibition matchup vs. the New York Yankees on Tuesday, March 25 at loanDepot park can be heard on FOX Sports 940 AM Miami and Radio Mambí 710 AM WAQI. FanDuel Sports Network is the exclusive local TV and streaming home of the Marlins, with Kyle Sielaff beginning his first season as play-by-play announcer after spending the past 12 campaigns with the Marlins Radio Network. FOX Sports 940 AM Miami will feature Jack McMullen, who marks his debut campaign as the lead play-by-play voice of Marlins Radio Network after working for three years on the radio broadcast of Triple-A Indiana of the Pittsburgh Pirates. Tickets for Marlins Spring Training games can be found at www.mlb.com/marlins/tickets/spring-training , and tickets for the exhibition matchup between the 2003 World Series opponents are available for all fans at www.Marlins.com/Exhibition . After the conclusion of the exhibition game schedule, the Marlins will host the Pittsburgh Pirates for 2025 Opening Day at loanDepot park on Thursday, March 27, at 4:10 p.m. Fans can secure their tickets today at Marlins.com/Tickets . By ML Staff. Content/Image courtesy of Miami Marlins/Getty Images

Micky Arison, the Managing General Partner of the Miami HEAT, was selected today as a finalist to be inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame Class of 2025. He would become the 10th person with ties to the organization to be inducted into the Hall of Fame, joining Bob McAdoo (2000), Pat Riley (2008), Gary Payton (2013), Alonzo Mourning (2014), Shaquille O’Neal (2016), Ray Allen (2018), Chris Bosh (2021), Tim Hardaway (2022) and Dwyane Wade (2023). In 29 years under his stewardship of the franchise, Arison has guided the HEAT to three NBA Championships (2006, 2012, 2013), seven NBA Finals appearances, seven Eastern Conference championships, 10 Eastern Conference Finals appearances, 16 division titles and advanced to the postseason on 23 occasions, having not missed the playoffs in consecutive seasons over the last 20 years. Despite being the NBA’s sixth-youngest franchise, the HEAT are only one of eight teams to win at least three NBA Championships. Since his first full season operating the team, Arison has compiled a 1,316-995 (.569) record, the best in the Eastern Conference, and second-best in the NBA, as the HEAT are one of just three teams out of 124 in the four major North American professional sports leagues (NBA, NFL, MLB, NHL) to have made the playoffs at least 23 times and win at least three league championships. Additionally, the HEAT have currently sold out 622 consecutive games, the fourth-longest sellout streak in NBA history. Arison served a three-year term as the Chairman of the NBA Board of Governors beginning in October of 2005 and his family has been involved with the organization since his father Ted brought the franchise to the NBA in 1988. Since Arison took control of the team, he has shown stability throughout the organization, including hiring just three head coaches (Riley, Van Gundy, Spoelstra) over that span. He has also showed his commitment to the fans of South Florida when he worked successfully with Miami-Dade public officials to keep the HEAT in downtown Miami. The result of his diligence was an innovative public-private partnership that together built the privately financed county-owned state-of-the-art Kaseya Center. Under Arison’s leadership, the HEAT earned the NBA’s 2022 Sales & Marketing Team of the Year award and have been champions in the fight for inclusion and social justice. In November 2020, Arison was named to the board of the NBA’s Social Justice Coalition which focuses on action and change around voting access and criminal justice reform at the national, state and local levels. In 2018, the HEAT captured the NBA’s inaugural Inclusion Leadership Award for the franchise’s ongoing commitment to diversity and inclusion. The Arison family are devoted to South Florida and over the years have supported a variety of arts-related and community service organizations. Organizations supported by the Arison family include the World Central Kitchen, Wounded Warriors, ICA Miami, Miami Children’s Museum, Jackson Memorial Foundation, Miami Project to Cure Paralysis, Project Medishare for Haiti, Direct Relief, Big Brothers/Big Sisters of Miami, United Way of Miami Dade, Chapman Partnership, Lotus House, Overtown Youth Center, Feeding South Florida and many others. For Miami HEAT tickets click here . By ML Staff. Courtesy of NBA.

Arts for Learning Miami (A4L) is thrilled to announce a generous $250,000 grant from the William R. Kenan, Jr. Charitable Trust to support its transformative ArtWorks Internship Program for High School Students. This funding will help provide meaningful, paid arts internships for 75 high school students, enabling them to explore their creativity, develop essential life skills, and prepare for their futures. Since its inception in 2012, the ArtWorks program has become one of the nation’s largest arts-focused internships for high school students. The program’s impact extends far beyond artistic development, fostering financial literacy, career readiness, and community building among a diverse cohort of young creatives. With this critical support from the Kenan Charitable Trust, A4L will continue to empower Miami’s youth to reach new heights in their personal and professional journeys. “The Kenan Trust’s remarkable generosity ensures that ArtWorks can continue to inspire and uplift Miami’s youth,” said Ivy S. Bennett , Program Director for ArtWorks. “This funding allows us to provide not only hands-on arts education but also essential life skills, such as financial literacy, college advisement, and professional development, all in a safe, inclusive, and creative environment.” The William R. Kenan, Jr. Charitable Trust, founded in 1966, is dedicated to enhancing lives through education, innovation, and equity. By partnering with organizations that align with its mission, the Trust seeks to create opportunities for underserved communities and promote transformative change. “The Kenan Charitable Trust is committed to supporting initiatives that uplift and inspire individuals through education and the arts,” said Nancy J. Cable , Executive Director of the Kenan Charitable Trust. “The ArtWorks program embodies this mission by providing young people with the tools and confidence to pursue their dreams while fostering a deeper connection to their communities. We are proud to partner with Arts for Learning Miami to continue this vital work.”  Through the ArtWorks program, interns are immersed in six weeks of creative exploration across disciplines including visual arts, dance/theater, creative writing/film, animation, architecture, and music production. Under the mentorship of professional artists, interns develop and showcase their own projects, gaining invaluable experience in collaboration, time management, and problem-solving. The program also includes personalized college and career advisement, financial literacy workshops, and networking opportunities for interns to connect with community leaders from various industries. These experiences enable interns to chart clear pathways for their futures and cultivate confidence in their abilities. Applications for the 2025 summer ArtWorks program are open through April 16th. For more information, visit www.a4lmiami.org . About Arts for Learning Arts for Learning (A4L) is a non-profit organization dedicated to advancing teaching and learning through the arts. As a leading source of arts programs in Miami, A4L provides traditional and arts-integrated instruction, student studio programs, after-school and summer programs, high school internships, and teacher and artist professional development. A4L’s programs augment cognitive, social, and emotional development and wellbeing in children and youth. The programs also develop creativity, critical thinking, communication, and problem solving skills, as well as promote positive peer relations and cultivate self-efficacy. A4L partners with Miami-Dade County Public Schools, Miami-Dade County Department of Cultural Affairs, and Young Audiences – A4L’s national affiliate. A4L also serves as the South Florida Wolf Trap, a regional program of Wolf Trap Institute for Early Learning. Annually, A4L’s services are delivered to more than 5,000 children and youth in more than 60 schools, preschools, after-school programs, and summer camps throughout Miami-Dade. About the Trust The mission of the William R. Kenan, Jr. Charitable Trust, a New York perpetual trust based in Chapel Hill, North Carolina, is to empower human potential through education and whole community investment. The Trust’s grantmaking is generally centered in the four states of Florida, New York, North Carolina and Virginia. To learn more about the Kenan Trust, visit kenancharitabletrust.org . By Ml Staff. Content/photo courtesy of Arts for Learning

The  Historic Stranahan House Museum  invites the community to  “Party in Paradise for Preservation.”  Pineapple Jam  will take place on Saturday, March 29, from 7 to 11 p.m., with the picturesque New River creating the perfect backdrop for the casual tropical soirée at Broward County’s oldest and most historic home. More than 250 community leaders adored in tropical chic attire will enjoy an open bar with  tropical-inspired  drinks, fantastic food and live music. Guests will also have the opportunity to bid on luxurious items and exclusive experiences through a raffle and silent auction. Co-chaired by Whitney Dutton and Maggie Gunther, Pineapple Jam is the Historic Stranahan House Museum’s largest annual fundraising event. The 2025 event will honor Paul and Jodi Tanner as the Individual Honoree and Rogers, Morris and Ziegler, LLP as the Corporate Honoree. All proceeds will support the year-round historic preservation and education programs at the Historic Stranahan House Museum, one of the top cultural attractions in Fort Lauderdale. The Historic Stranahan House Museum is the oldest house in Fort Lauderdale and the epicenter of Broward County’s long and fascinating history. Built in 1901, Stranahan House is recognized as the birthplace of Fort Lauderdale and was home to the area’s first businessman, Frank Stranahan, and the first schoolteacher, Ivy Cromartie Stranahan. Stranahan House opened as a museum in 1984. Event sponsorships ranging from $1,000 to $10,000 are available at  https://stranahanhouse.org/pineapple-jam-2025/ . Individual tickets are available for $175. The 2025 Pineapple Jam sponsors confirmed to date include Akerman, Amazon, Rogers, Morris, and Zeigler, Tripp Scott, Broward, Palm Beaches & St. Lucie Realtors, Cushman & Wakefield, Greater Fort Lauderdale Alliance, Gulf Stream Distillery, John Knox Village, Las Olas Company, Water Taxi, Whitney Dutton & Family, DDA, Forvis Mazars, LLP, George Aspinall Band, Miller Construction, MHG Insurance, South State Bank and Durée & Company. The 2025 Pineapple Jam committee members include A.J. Belt, Caroline Carrara, Whitney Dutton, Maggie Gunther, Lindsay Hotte, Nicholas Kollias, Abbie Lipton, Sarah Lis, Kristina Lucia, Peter Neirouz, Brianna Reeves, Ashley Sawyer Smith and Marianna Seiler DeJager. By ML Staff. Image/content courtesy of Stranahan House

A balmy, 15 knot wind stirred the palm trees at the US Sailing Center of Miami for day three of the 2025 49er and 49erFX National Championship. The crowd of 28 skiff racers gathered for the morning briefing was an exhibit of contrast: amongst the field of competitors the youngest are still in high school, moving up from top finishes in the 29er fleet to take the next step on the high performance pathway, while the oldest are stepping back into the 49er from recent experiences sailing the F50 in SailGP, and training with America’s Cup teams in massive foilers. Two teammates here have been racing together for over 20 years, while some have fewer than 20 days together. The fleet is equal parts young guns, dreaming of one day campaigning for the Olympics, current Olympic campaigners, and returning veterans who are coming back to help the fleet grow and develop. The latter group includes 2024 Olympic Bronze medalists in the 49er class, Ian Barrows and Hans Henken. A growing sense of momentum in the fleet is tangible. 2025 49er & 49erFX Nationals | Miami, FL | Image by Salty Brother “This event is the first formal racing opportunity following a busy winter of US Sailing Olympic Development training camps in Miami, and it was a fantastic opportunity to put the work to the test and spar with solid competition,” said US Sailing Olympic Development Director, Rosie Chapman. “The winter camps were a great space to get valuable time on the water and support athletes in new classes with new partners, and to promote knowledge sharing from seasoned veterans. The Nationals turnout this weekend illustrates a positive outcome with 19 of the 23 American athletes in attendance coming straight out of US Sailing ODP training, and we’re excited to continue this momentum as a country. The future is bright for US Skiffs!” Though international activity in the skiff scene may appear quiet since Paris 2024, new entrants in the US fleet have been logging hours out of the spotlight. But the energy in Miami was proof of a renewed excitement in the skiff fleet that will make it the pathway to watch when it comes to talent in the United States this quad.  In the 49erFX class , the story of the week was the steep learning curve amongst all competitors, with the bar rising each day as talented young sailors leapfrogged their skills. On day one, Kelly Cole & Ellie Glenn pushed Logan Mraz and Ronan Curnyn at the front of the fleet, each taking race wins. Day two saw more wind, and Pierce and Fynn Olsen showed the fleet the power of a bow-down VMG mode, putting together a string of bullets. By day three, B Lindsay and Bella Casaretto (29er Youth Worlds champion) showed what they had learned through the weekend to move up the leaderboard with a pair of 2nds to finish strong. The title came down to the final race, with four teams still mathematically in reach of the National Champion title. In the end, Logan Mraz and Ronan Curnyn (USA 8) showed a great jump in boat speed to edge out the competition, taking a bullet in the final race to secure the National Championship. Close behind, Pierce and Fynn Olsen took second place, while B Lindsay and Bella Casaretto rounded out the podium. The shuffling leaderboard throughout the weekend demonstrated the rapid development of the next generation in the U.S. FX fleet, and will offer strong motivation for teams to put in the work before the next domestic event this summer in California. The 49er class was a showcase of experience, skill, and depth, with five different teams claiming race wins throughout the event. Coach Willie McBride captured the fun, competitive energy of the fleet at the beginning of the weekend, when addressing the younger sailors in the fleet: “I hope you’ll spend time hanging out with [the veteran racers] in the boat park and learning everything you can from them, but I hope you won’t give them an inch on the start line.” All competitors, 2025 49er and 49erFX Nationals, US Sailing Center Miami | photo by Salty Brother Many of the young teams in the 49er have been putting in long hours over the last several months training together in Miami, so they came into the Nationals with the advantage of time in the boat with consistent teammates. In contrast, the veterans of the last few Olympic cycles partnered with new sailors to help raise the level all around, demonstrating the importance of experience in the boat over many years. 2024 Olympic Bronze medal crew, Hans Henken returned to the 49er this weekend to push the fleet on the race course and meet up with old friends outside of racing. Hans sailed his first Olympic Trials in the 49er in 2008, so his journey to the podium has spanned a full lifetime for some of the younger competitors on the course this weekend. For Nationals he teamed back up with his 29er skipper, Judge Ryan with whom he won a Youth Worlds medal in 2008, and the duo won the last race of the event. In another boat, Hans’s Olympic skipper, and fellow 2024 Yachtsman of the Year, Ian Barrows battled a canceled flight on day 1 of the event, to fight back to 4th, sailing with ISV rep at the 2022 PanAm Games, Steven Hardee . In the end, Nicolas Muller and Mac Agnese put on a masterclass in consistency. The pair leaned on Mac’s experience in the 49er from the last few quads with Nevin Snow and Nic’s recent pro sailing and training at the helm of the 49er. The Janov brothers, Jordan and Grant , who have been leading the charge of the next generation teams, demonstrated what the future of the class looks like by taking second with moments of excellent speed. Rounding out the podium was Mexico’s Ander and Danel Belausteguigoitia – veterans of the 2024 quad – who raised the bar for the fleet in the moderate conditions on day one and showed moments of brilliance in the breezier conditions. During the trophy presentation, US 49er Class President, and event organizer, Willie McBride captured the essence of the event: “Look around at the people standing next to you. You’ll see athletes who have stood on top of the podium at SailGP, America’s Cup sailors, Youth Olympic champions, several Youth Worlds medalists, College Sailors of the Year, and All-Americans from top universities. And of course our very own, recent Olympic Medalists in the 49er class. This is the coolest group of people, the most rewarding network, and in the next four years we’re going to keep the hammer down to provide the best racing possible, and build a legacy to make this a permanent paradigm for the next generation of skiff sailors.” Beyond the racing, the 49er Nationals offered a glimmer of what is to come in a class that is leading the charge to change the landscape of grassroots energy in American Olympic sailing. US Sailing Olympic Development Director, Rosie Chapman, and Leandro Spina of America One Racing were both on site, working side by side to mobilize resources from both organizations to supercharge the US 49er Class Association and make the event a huge success. Both leaders rolled up their sleeves, moving marks, running the media boat, and bringing along staff to support the racing, reflecting a continued investment in the next generation. The event was also a testament to the legacy of the Skiff Generation regattas, a grassroots initiative spearheaded by the weekend’s PRO, Phil Muller (and current US Sailing Youth Racing Manager) that has propelled U.S. skiff sailing forward over the past decade. “With the 2025 Nationals in the books, the stage is set for an exciting season ahead,” reflected McBride. “The level of competition, depth of talent, and camaraderie on display at this event confirms that the U.S. skiff scene is gaining momentum!” The next 49er event will be held in California this May, as teams head west to begin working at the 2028 Olympic venue. For information on the class vision, please click here . To get involved with the US 49er Class effort, please reach out to class president Willie McBride at www.mcbrideracing.com . Final Standings 49er 2025 National Championship 1st Nicolas Muller & Mac Agnese (USA 118) – 18 points 2nd Jordan & Grant Janov (USA 132) – 29 points 3rd Ander & Danel Belausteguigoitia (MEX 1) – 30 points 49erFX 2025 National Championship 1st Logan Mraz & Ronan Curnyn (USA 8) – 20 points 2nd Pierce & Fynn Olsen (USA 42) – 22 points 3rd B Lindsay & Bella Casaretto (USA 7) – 25 points For full results and race tracking, click here . By ML Staff. Courtesy of US Sailing.

The Miami Dolphins hosted the 15th edition of the Dolphins Cancer Challenge (DCC) on Saturday, February 22, uniting with the South Florida community to raise funds for life-saving cancer research at Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center, part of UHealth – the University of Miami Health System. As the NFL's largest fundraising event, DCC XV united a record-breaking 7,300 participants and raised more than $14 million – surpassing last year's record of $12 million raised, bringing the organization's total contribution to Sylvester to nearly $90 million . Originally established in 2010 to honor former Dolphins player and broadcaster Jim "Mad Dog" Mandich, the event quickly gained widespread community support, with both the Miami Dolphins organization and South Florida residents rallying together to fight cancer. On Saturday, participants cycled 13, 39, 54 or 99 miles – all symbolic of the jersey numbers worn by Dolphins Pro Football Hall of Famers – or walked/ran in the 5K all at the Miami International Autodrome located at Hard Rock Stadium. "We are incredibly proud of the overwhelming support from our community in the fight against cancer," said Javier Sanchez, Executive Director of Dolphins Challenge Cancer. "Rallying over 7,300 participants and raising more than $14 million is a remarkable achievement that reflects the strength and dedication of everyone involved. This is a true testament to the power of this community coming together year after year to make a difference. With 100 percent of the funds raised going directly to Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center, we are more determined than ever to continue raising funds to make strides in cancer care and research here in South Florida." The event, which returned to the Miami International Autodrome (MIA), was hosted in the Paddock Club of the MIA facilities for the second consecutive year. Participants started and finished their walk/run/ride at the finish line of the Formula 1 Crypto.com Miami Grand Prix as supporters and fans cheered on riders from the Mad Dog Cheer Zone presented by AutoNation DRV PNK. "We are very grateful for the longstanding partnership we have with the Miami Dolphins," said Stephen D. Nimer, M.D., director of Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center and the Oscar de la Renta Endowed Chair in Cancer Research. "Thanks to the shared vision of the Dolphins organization, the talented and dedicated cancer physicians and researchers at Sylvester and the engaged and philanthropic South Florida community over the past 15 years, we have made incredible progress in developing new cancer treatments for patients here and around the globe! We are providing more innovative and lifesaving treatments that are reducing the impact of cancer on our community, and are providing more hope and cures for our patients and their families." DCC XV welcomed back its ride distances named in honor of Miami Dolphins players in the Pro Football Hall of Fame – including the 13-mile Dan Marino ride presented by Aetna, the 39-mile Larry Csonka ride presented by MyVenue, the 54-mile Zach Thomas ride presented by Guardant Health and the 99-mile Jason Taylor ride. Participants were also given the opportunity to run or walk with the DCC 5K presented by Amazon or volunteer at the event. Miami Dolphins players, including quarterback Tua Tagovailoa and several others, participated alongside Managing General Partner/Chairman of the Board Stephen M. Ross, Vice Chairman, President and CEO Tom Garfinkel and head coach Mike McDaniel, as the organization united in the fight against cancer. The event culminated at the Finish Line Festival, where platinum-recording artist Third Eye Blind performed at the post event concert with over 470 survivors from the Living Proof Program presented by Harcourt M. and Virginia W. Sylvester Foundation. Participants who surpassed a fundraising goal of $4,000 enjoyed the Heavy Hitter Lounge presented by Berkowitz Pollack Brant & Provenance Wealth Advisors in the MIA Paddock Club. The DCC donates 100 percent of participant-raised funds for cancer research at Sylvester, an effort made possible by the incredible support of all its contributors including generous partners like the Lennar Corporation, AutoNation and Guardant Health. The Dolphins Challenge Cancer (DCC) was founded in 2010 by the Miami Dolphins organization as the signature initiative of the Foundation's health impact area and has become the largest fundraising event in the NFL. The DCC's purpose is to improve people's lives through financial support for innovative cancer research at Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center, part of the University of Miami Health System. In November 2020, the organization announced a $75 million commitment to Sylvester, donating 100 percent of participant-raised funds to further life changing treatment. In 2024, the DCC fulfilled that commitment two years ahead of schedule. The DCC continues to accept donations now through March 13 for DCC XV. For more information, visit www.dolphinscancerchallenge.com . By ML Staff. Content/Image courtesy of Miami Dolphins

FanDuel Sports Network to broadcast five Marlins’ Spring Training games; Marlins Radio Network to broadcast 28 games, including Spring Breakout on March 14, across 940 AM WINZ and MLB.com ; Radio Mambí 710 AM WAQI to air 10 games, beginning with Grapefruit League opener on February 22. The Miami Marlins announced the club’s broadcast schedule for Spring Training games, beginning with their Grapefruit League opener on Saturday, February 22 against the St. Louis Cardinals at 1:10 p.m. ET. Marlins single-game tickets on sale now FanDuel Sports Network will air a total of five games: two stand-alone broadcasts on March 17 against the New York Mets and March 20 against the Houston Astros, and three shared broadcasts with the St. Louis Cardinals on March 11, March 16, and March 18. The Marlins’ English-language flagship station, FOX Sports 940 AM Miami, will broadcast audio from 15 of the club’s 30 Spring Training games, while an additional 12 games, including the Spring Breakout, can be found exclusively on the MLB App. Fans can tune into the Spanish radio broadcast on Radio Mambí 710 AM WAQI or on the MLB App for 10 Grapefruit League games. The Marlins’ exhibition matchup vs. the New York Yankees on Tuesday, March 25 at loanDepot park can be heard on FOX Sports 940 AM Miami and Radio Mambí 710 AM WAQI. FanDuel Sports Network is the exclusive local TV and streaming home of the Marlins, with Kyle Sielaff beginning his first season as play-by-play announcer after spending the past 12 campaigns with the Marlins Radio Network. FOX Sports 940 AM Miami will feature Jack McMullen, who marks his debut campaign as the lead play-by-play voice of Marlins Radio Network after working for three years on the radio broadcast of Triple-A Indiana of the Pittsburgh Pirates. Tickets for Marlins Spring Training games can be found at www.mlb.com/marlins/tickets/spring-training , and tickets for the exhibition matchup between the 2003 World Series opponents are available for all fans at www.Marlins.com/Exhibition . After the conclusion of the exhibition game schedule, the Marlins will host the Pittsburgh Pirates for 2025 Opening Day at loanDepot park on Thursday, March 27, at 4:10 p.m. Fans can secure their tickets today at Marlins.com/Tickets . By ML Staff. Content/Image courtesy of Miami Marlins/Getty Images

Join us at the Jerry Herman Theatre for a wonderful romantic comedy, Almost Maine .  One cold, clear, winter night, as the northern lights hover in the star-filled sky above, the residents of Almost, Maine, find themselves falling in and out of love in unexpected and hilarious ways. Knees are bruised. Hearts are broken. But the bruises heal, and the hearts mend—almost—in this delightful midwinter night’s dream.   Production opens on February 21st at 8PM with additional shows on February 22nd at 2PM and 8PM, February 28th at 8PM, and March 1st at 8PM. The Jerry Herman Theatre 1312 Miller Drive, Coral Gables, FL 33146 Phone: 305.284.3355 For more information, visit: https://ring-theatre.as.miami.edu/index.html By ML Staff. Courtesy of University of Miami

Join the Miami Design District for an event that merges art with a powerful message of heritage and women's empowerment. The Opening Reception for Nicole Moyo's Love Letter to Ndebele Women  will take place on Saturday, March 8, at Palm Court Plaza, in celebration of International Women’s Day. The event kicks off with a design commission walkthrough led by Nicole Moyo herself at 4 p.m., meeting at Palm Court. Then, from 6 to 8 p.m., attendees are invited to the opening reception for Love Letter to Ndebele Women  at 70 NE 40th St. This exhibition honors the collective of over 100 Ndebele women artisans who contributed their craftsmanship, cultural knowledge, and artistic heritage to Pearl Jam , Nicole Moyo's 2025 Design Commission. Through intricate beadwork, these artisans from the Ndebele tribe in southern Africa share stories of identity and belonging, preserving a legacy passed down through generations. The exhibit will be available for a limited time, running from Saturday, March 8 through Sunday, March 9, 2025. The larger Pearl Jam  installation, part of the Miami Design District’s Annual Design Commission in collaboration with the Design Miami Curatorial Lab, features jewelry-inspired sculptures such as oversized pearls, a deconstructable necklace, a sprawling bracelet, and radiant earrings—each influenced by the bold patterns and colors of Ndebele culture. Nicole Moyo, born in Zimbabwe, raised in South Africa, and now based in Toronto, brings a rich cultural perspective to her work. For this commission, she collaborated with indigenous Ndebele women to craft over 1,000 earrings using locally sourced materials. These pieces not only serve as symbols of empowerment but also highlight the connections between diverse cultures. RSVP here! ML Staff. Content/image courtesy of MDD