By Beth Jones
TaxSlayer Gator Bowl
The 81st annual TaxSlayer Gator Bowl game will pit Virginia against Missouri on Dec. 27 at EverBank Stadium in Jacksonville, and once again Amelia Island is hosting a team.
The Virginia Cavaliers will call the Omni home while they are in town, and the team will practice at Fernandina Beach High School.
Leading up to the big game, the TaxSlayer Gator Bowl recognized area educators. Mary Walker of Fernandina Beach High School was the 14th Most Valuable Teacher of the season and was awarded $1,000 through the Extra Yard for Teachers program.
Walker was nominated by a student, who said, “She really cares about the success of her students and builds a great relationship with the students, like myself, making it a joy to see her at school.”
Mrs. Gray from Yulee Primary School and Ms. Scott from Emma Love Hardee Elementary School were also honored and awarded $1,000.
Tickets for the game are on sale through Ticketmaster. Visit www.taxslayergatorbowl.com.
Richard Roberts’ Youth Christmas Party
The Elm Street Sportsman Association is hosting the Richard Roberts’ Youth Christmas Party from 3-6 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 20, at the MLK Jr. Center in Fernandina Beach. Refreshments will be served, and each child in attendance receives a gift bag.
For information, call Lawrence at 904-753-1486.
Flag football and cheer
It’s time to sign up for flag football and cheer with the Fernandina Beach Youth Football Association. Deadline is Jan. 2 for football registration, and cheerleaders must sign up by Jan. 8.
Player evaluations are Jan. 5-7, and the season kicks off Jan. 23-24. Cost is $160 for each participant. Visit www.fernandinabeachyouthfootball.com.
Congrats, Skyler!
Fernandina Beach High School swimmer Skyler Revere competed in her first Junior National swim meet in Indianapolis. She competed in the 500-yard, 1,000-yard and mile freestyle events.
Sliders half-off offer
Local residents in Nassau, Duval and Camden counties can take advantage of Sliders Seaside Grill’s half-off offer. Food is half off Monday through Thursday through Dec. 24. Dine in only. Visit www.sliderseaside.com.
