Tropics Officially Sign Veteran Defender Jose Birche

October 17, 2018 - LAKELAND - The Florida Tropics, who will start their third season in the Major Arena Soccer League in early December, have officially signed veteran defender Jose Luiz Birche. Per league and team policies, terms of the agreement were not disclosed. Nicknamed "Bazooka" because of his heavy left-footed shot, Birche has spent the last two seasons with the Harrisburg Heat, and was part of the 2014-15 arena champion Monterrey La Raza. He is a native of Pennapolis, Brazil. In 31 total games with... Full Story

Lakeland Magic Host Select-A-Seat Event October 27

October 16, 2018 - Following the Lakeland Magic 5K the morning of October 27, the team will host a select-a-seat event at the RP Funding Center while offering fans the opportunity to meet and interact with Lakeland Magic players, get autographs, shoot baskets on the official Lakeland Magic basketball court, interact with Swish the mascot and engage in a number of family friendly activities throughout the day. Those interested in purchasing tickets for the upcoming season will be able to view their exact seat lo... Full Story

Lakeland Magic Single-Game Tickets on Sale Now

October 3, 2018 - Single-game tickets for the 2018-19 Lakeland Magic season are on sale now to the general public. The Lakeland Magic, NBA G League affiliate of the Orlando Magic, tip-off their second season home schedule on Saturday, November 10 at 7:00PM against the Westchester Knicks, NBA G League affiliate of the New York Knicks. Tickets are available for purchase: Online at lakelandmagic.com/tickets At the RP Funding Center box office (located at 701 W. Lime Street) By calling 863.825.3258 Mos... Full Story

Lakeland Magic Held Inaugural Day of Service

September 26, 2018 - On September 20, the Lakeland Magic gave back to the community by volunteering at five different locations across Polk County on the same day. Volunteers included Lakeland Magic staff, employees from Amazon and Lakeland Electric as well as students from Southeastern University. The organization focuses on five core pillars and each project supported a different area of focus. Homelessness | Habitat for Humanity | Fort Meade/Lake Wales Hunger | kidsPACK | Lakeland Health/Fitness | Flo... Full Story

• Lakeland Magic Held Inaugural Day of Service - Lakeland Magic (G League) September 26
• Lakeland Magic Trade Returning Rights of Kalin Lucas - Lakeland Magic (G League) September 25
• Nine Saturday Home Games, Orlando Rival Showdowns Highlight 2018-19 MASL Schedule - Florida Tropics SC (MASL) September 25
• Lakeland Magic Trade Returning Rights of Rodney Purvis - Lakeland Magic (G League) September 21
• Lakeland Magic 2018-19 Promotional Calendar Announced - Lakeland Magic (G League) September 19
• Lakeland Magic Trade Returning Rights of Maverick Rowan - Lakeland Magic (G League) September 15
• A-League Sports Acquires Florida Tarpons for New Arena League Play in 2019 - Florida Tarpons (AAL) September 14
• Lakeland Magic Host Inaugural 5K on October 27 - Lakeland Magic (G League) September 11
• Lakeland Magic Host Open House Event September 11 - Lakeland Magic (G League) September 4
• Tropics Partner with Lakeland Adult Soccer Org. to Form New and Improved Friday Night Men's League - Florida Tropics SC (MASL) September 4
• Tropics Announce Home Opener Date for December 1st, 2018 - Florida Tropics SC (MASL) August 31
• Flying Tigers vs. St. Lucie Mets Cancelled - Lakeland Flying Tigers (FSL) August 30
• Flying Tigers vs. St. Lucie Mets Doubleheader Cancelled - Lakeland Flying Tigers (FSL) August 29
• Flying Tigers vs. St. Lucie Mets Postponed - Lakeland Flying Tigers (FSL) August 28
• Flying Tigers vs. Mets Doubleheader Postponed - Lakeland Flying Tigers (FSL) August 27
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OurSports Central provides coverage of the following alternative and minor league teams in Lakeland, Florida:

• Florida Tarpons (AAL)
• Florida Tropics SC (MASL)
• Lakeland Flying Tigers (FSL)
• Lakeland Magic (G League)
• Tigers East (GCL)
• Tigers West (GCL)

Other cities near Lakeland, Florida with alternative or minor league teams:

• Clearwater, Florida
• Dunedin, Florida
• Kissimmee, Florida
• Orlando, Florida
• Tampa, Florida
• Bradenton, Florida
• Osceola, Florida

September 2	FSL	Palm Beach 0 at Lakeland 2	Final
September 1	FSL	Palm Beach 7 at Lakeland 2	Final
August 31	FSL	Palm Beach 3 at Lakeland 1	Final
August 30	FSL	St. Lucie at Lakeland (Game 1)	Cancelled
August 30	FSL	St. Lucie at Lakeland (Game 2)	Cancelled
August 29	GCL	Tigers West 5 at Cardinals 11 (Champ. Gm. 2)	Final
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• Florida Tropics' 2018-19 schedule features new Orlando rival - MASL Lakeland Ledger (September 25)
• Lakeland Magic give locals a looksee - G League Lakeland Ledger (September 23)
• Lakeland Magic to hold tryouts this weekend - G League Lakeland Ledger (September 18)
• Flying Tigers blank Cards in season finale - FSL Lakeland Ledger (September 3)
• Tigers rained out - FSL Lakeland Ledger (August 30)
• Bergjans, Fairchild spur Tortugas to 3-1 win - FSL Daytona Beach News-Journal (August 24)
• Tortugas fall to Flying Tigers, 16-6 - FSL Daytona Beach News-Journal (August 23)
• Scott Moss gets 15th win after Tortugas rally past Flying Tigers, 4-2 - FSL Daytona Beach News-Journal (August 22)
• Manning, Deatherage spur Lakeland to win - FSL Lakeland Ledger (August 18)
• Pinero's grand slam paces Lakeland to 12-1 win over Daytona - FSL Lakeland Ledger (August 17)
• Tortugas held to 4 hits in 12-1 loss - FSL Daytona Beach News-Journal (August 17)
• Sedio's single lifts Lakeland past Daytona in 10 innings - FSL Lakeland Ledger (August 16)
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