Football
Tony Thomas, Valrico
Thomas, 17, made history for the Bloomingdale football program in the Bulls' 21-10 victory over Plant City on Oct. 3. It was the first homecoming victory for Bloomingdale in its 17 years as a school. Thomas scored all three touchdowns while rushing for 117 yards. The Bulls senior is also a starting infielder for the baseball team.
Corey Acor, Bloomingdale
Acor, 14, tied for third place as an adult in the Florida State Association Chess Championship held during Labor Day weekend in Orlando. The Bloomingdale High freshman also competed in several national adult chess tournaments, including the National Open in Las Vegas and the World Open in Philadelphia.