The top 10 stories of the Sarasota sports scene in 2024

These moments and victories stood out among the rest this year.

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  • December 26, 2024
In 2024, Sarasota proved its strength in its resurgence
  • December 25, 2024
Despite 3 hurricanes, 2024 left Longboat Key smiling
  • December 24, 2024
Elks show their heart in Lakewood Ranch with toys for children in need
  • December 21, 2024
Your Observer's most-viewed stories of 2024 reveal not-so-surprising observations

Arts + Culture

  • December 25, 2024
For Sarasota arts groups, 2024 was the year of fancy footwork
  • December 24, 2024
It's music as usual for the Perlman Music Program's winter residency
  • December 22, 2024
Sarasota actress is making the most out of 'Menopause The Musical'
  • December 18, 2024
Wallenda's Wonderland comes back stronger in its second year
  • December 17, 2024
A downtown gallerist finds a home in Fruitville Road furniture store
  • December 16, 2024
FST's 'The Heart Sellers' gives voice to the voiceless
  • December 18, 2024
18 holes of community fun at Tara Golf and Country Club
  • December 16, 2024
Holiday spirits shines at Holiday Boat Parade of Lights
  • December 16, 2024
Bird Key Yacht Club lights their docks at annual event
  • December 16, 2024
Holidays at The Bay offers a party where the community is invited
  • December 16, 2024
Sandy Claws Beach Run brings energy to the holiday spirit
  • December 15, 2024
Longboat Key celebrates end of fall stress with community concert
  • December 13, 2024
Ranch Nite Wednesday has residents coming back for seconds
  • December 13, 2024
Women's Golf Association of Longboat Key celebrates the holidays
  • December 13, 2024
Sarasota neighborhoods light up for the holidays
  • December 11, 2024
Young performers create holiday splendor in Ringling Museum courtyard
  • December 11, 2024
Lakewood Ranch Elks Hoop Shoot puts youth basketball in the spotlight
  • December 10, 2024
'Sandwich King' Owen Han returns to Out of Door Academy
  • December 10, 2024
National tennis tournament hosted titleholders from around the country
  • December 9, 2024
Community spirit goes on display at Sarasota Holiday Parade
  • December 9, 2024
Longboat Harbour put new twists on its annual Lighting of the Docks
  • December 9, 2024
Hot air balloons come to Sarasota in Balloon Glow & Laser Show
  • December 9, 2024
Rockin' Reindeer Ball brings River Club residents together
  • December 8, 2024
All smiles after blues festival in Lakewood Ranch
  • December 8, 2024
Downtown Sarasota lights new Christmas tree
  • December 8, 2024
St. Armands Circle hosts annual holiday tree lighting
  • December 8, 2024
Local runners show their holiday spirit at the Jingle Jog 5K in Sarasota
  • December 6, 2024
Palm Aire club hosts a merry luncheon
  • December 5, 2024
See the displays at this year's Lights in Bloom
  • December 3, 2024
Longboat Island Chapel kicks off Christmas in the Garden
  • December 3, 2024
Braden River High JROTC cadets volunteer for Habitat for Humanity
  • December 2, 2024
Holiday Pet Blessing at Unity of Sarasota celebrates the joy of pets
  • December 2, 2024
Siesta Key parade kicks off the holiday season
  • December 2, 2024
Black Friday Block Party offers post-Thanksgiving excitement
  • December 1, 2024
Laurel Park residents gather for clean-up duty
  • November 30, 2024
Ornament workshop kicks off the holidays in Lakewood Ranch
  • November 29, 2024
FPL volunteers decorate Longboat Key Fire Rescue Station for the holidays
  • November 28, 2024
A slice of turkey and a side of love at the Florida Turkey Trot in Sarasota