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University of Florida College of Journalism and Communications

CJCxARZ 2025 Spring Training Team

Austin Stirling

Austin is a second-year student majoring in journalism with a focus in sports media. He hopes to one day work in the sports media industry and be able to travel around the country working for a team or media company. He is also a huge Yankees fan.

Stories

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Austin’s Spring Training Experience Reflection

Sunday April 9, 2023

My experience covering MLB spring training over the week of UF spring break was exhausting! However, it was definitely worth it! I had a fantastic time with the unique opportunity to be able to be so …
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Moments from Grapefruit League Action

Sunday March 19, 2023

After visiting four different spring training ballparks over the course of the past week, these are some of my favorite moments I was able to capture. Most of these images are action shots of players …
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MLB Spring Training Facilities Utilized by Local Communities

Saturday March 18, 2023

Between the months of February and March every year, MLB teams in the Grapefruit league will travel down to Florida to participate in Spring Training. Teams will typically have their own facilities, …
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Yankees Come-Back Effort Falls Short as Phillies Hold on to Win Thriller

Wednesday March 15, 2023

After a 47-minute first inning, the Yankees found themselves on the wrong end of a 7-1 deficit. New York burned through three pitchers in the prolonged the inning. By the time the second inning …
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Austin Stirling

Thursday March 9, 2023

Hi, there! My name is Austin Stirling, and I am a second-year student majoring in journalism with a focus in sports and media at the University of Florida. I currently work as a sports writer for The …