Space Coast Daily https://spacecoastdaily.com/ Sat, 16 May 2026 18:34:05 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.8.5 Coast Guard Seizes Sailboat ‘Soulmate’ Off Melbourne Coast in Connection With Missing Person Investigation https://spacecoastdaily.com/2026/05/coast-guard-seizes-sailboat-soulmate-off-melbourne-coast-in-connection-with-missing-person-investigation/ https://spacecoastdaily.com/2026/05/coast-guard-seizes-sailboat-soulmate-off-melbourne-coast-in-connection-with-missing-person-investigation/#respond Sat, 16 May 2026 18:34:05 +0000 https://spacecoastdaily.com/?p=494779 The U.S. Coast Guard has taken control of a sailboat tied to the ongoing investigation into the disappearance of Lynette Hooker. [...]

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The U.S. Coast Guard has taken control of a sailboat tied to the ongoing investigation into the disappearance of Lynette Hooker.

BREVARD COUNTY • MELBOURNE, FLORIDA – Special agents with the U.S. Coast Guard Investigative Service (CGIS), supported by multiple Coast Guard surface and aviation assets, seized the sailing vessel Soulmate approximately 40 nautical miles off the coast of Melbourne, Florida, as part of an ongoing criminal investigation into the disappearance of Lynette Hooker.

The seizure was conducted during a complex surveillance and interdiction operation coordinated by CGIS and operational Coast Guard surface from Sector Miami and aviation assets from Air Station Miami.

Following the seizure, the vessel lost engine power and was taken under tow by the Coast Guard Cutter Winslow Griesser.

The towing operation was transferred to a crew from Coast Guard Station Fort Pierce for transit through Fort Pierce Inlet.

The vessel Soulmate is currently in the custody of CGIS as part of an active criminal investigation.

Due to the ongoing nature of the investigation, no additional details are being released at this time.

Anyone with information regarding the disappearance of Lynette Hooker is encouraged to contact the U.S. Coast Guard Investigative Service via CGIS Tips.

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WATCH REPLAY! Brevard Old Red Eye Rugby takes on the Detroit Tradesmen in the USA Club Rugby National Championships.

By Kat Roche, Club Rugby

After months of hard work, blood, sweat, and tears, 20 teams, including Brevard Old Red Eye, are in Chicago to play for the USA Club Rugby National Championship!

CHICAGO, ILLINOIS – There are five trophies on the line, one for each of the divisions, and by the close of Sunday, those trophies will be claimed by the best of the best.

First up, we have Brevard Old Red Eye taking on the Detroit Tradesmen. Brevard won the Gulf Coast Super Regional, the breeding ground for D3 National Champions.

And I say this because the last six D3 National Championship titles have gone to Gulf Coast teams. Four to the Austin Blacks, one to the Columbia Rhinos, and one to the Palm Beach Panthers.

If Brevard wishes to add their name to that list, it’s all or nothing for the next two matches. Brevard actually finished 5-2 in the regular season, chalking up two losses to the Palm Beach Panthers.

In the Florida final, however, Old Red Eye got its revenge, smashing the Panthers to qualify for their third Super Regional in a row.

In 2024, they lost in the final to the Austin Blacks, 18-14, who went on to take the National title. In 2025, they lost in the final to the Columbia Rhinos, 31-24, who went on to take the National title.

This year, they defeated the Austin Blacks in the semifinal 46-34 before taking on New Orleans in the final. New Orleans took a 24-0 lead into halftime, looking like it would be another disappointing finish for Brevard, but Old Red Eye was not about to go down without a fight.

It was slow going, but Brevard dotted down once, twice, and suddenly, with ten minutes left in the match, we had a game on our hands.

When Jean-Eric Van der Elst Portero (what a name!) scored in the 74th minute, the stands were riotous. Koby Deacon converted for Brevard to take the lead 26-24. The final five minutes were chaos as New Orleans desperately tried to take back the lead, but Brevard stood firm.

The final whistle went, and the Florida fans stormed the field. Brevard did it; they were heading to Chicago.

Old Red Eye knows the competition only gets tougher from here, but they’ve been through hell and come out the other side. Florida might just have another National Championship team on their hands.

Standing in the way of Brevard and this fairy tale ending are the men from Michigan, the Detroit Tradesmen.

While Brevard had their share of regular-season losses and close games, Detroit is the opposite. The Tradesmen have been near unstoppable this season, going undefeated in league play since they kicked off in August.

After winning the Midwest Championship over the Chicago Blaze back in November, they stacked their spring schedule with friendlies to better prepare for the playoffs.

It clearly paid off as they blanked the St. Louis Hornets in the Super Regional semifinal 66-0, advancing to the final.

It turns out they would once again face the Chicago Blaze after Blaze eked out a win over the Rocky Mountain Champions, the Denver Highlanders, 21-12.

In the all-Midwest final, Detroit scored early and scored often to storm out to a blazing lead over Chicago. With a halftime score of 31-12, the Tradesmen were only halfway through their scoring streak.

Both teams dotted down a few more times, but it was never out of Detroit’s control, final score 58-31.

If Detroit makes it to the final, it will be the first time since 2019 that a Midwest D3 team has made it to the National Championship match, following in the footsteps of the Grand Rapids Gazelles.

The last time the Northern Super Regional Champion reached the final was in 2023, when the Colorado Springs Grizzlies won their semi.

The last time a Midwest D3 team won outright was in 2011, with Metropolis claiming the National title over the Syracuse Chargers.

It would also be the Tradesmen’s first time in a D3 National Championship match, and their first visit to any National Championship match since 2018, when the D2 team finished as runners-up.

Fresh off securing their third consecutive Florida Rugby Union Division 3 title earlier this month, the Red Eyes, coached by Mike (Kiwi) Nevin, carried that momentum into regionals—and elevated their game when it mattered most to win their first Gulf Coast Super Regional D3 title and a spot in the Final Four in Chicago, May 16 and 17.

AUSTIN, TEXAS – The Brevard Old Red Eye Rugby Club continues its dominant 2026 campaign, capturing the Gulf Coast Super Regional D3 Championship in Austin with back-to-back statement victories.

Fresh off securing their third consecutive Florida Rugby Union Division 3 title earlier this month, the Red Eyes, coached by Mike (Kiwi) Nevin, carried that momentum into regionals—and elevated their game when it mattered most to win their first Gulf Coast Super Regional D3 title and a spot in the Final Four in Chicago, May 16 and 17.

LEFT TO RIGHT: Brevard Old Red Eye Rugby Club Mike “Kiwi” Nevin, Red Eye President Corkey Newman, and Red Eye Team physician Dr. David Williams with the Gulf Coast Super Regional D3 title trophy. The Red Eyes captured the Gulf Coast Super Regional D3 Championship in Austin, Texas, with back-to-back statement victories. “This latest achievement marks a defining moment in the club’s resurgence—proving that their recent state dominance is no fluke, but part of a sustained climb toward national contention,” said Newman.

On Saturday, the Red Eyes, led by two tries from winger Dewayne Parks and New Zealand-born flyhalf, Koby Deacon, delivered a powerful performance against the hometown Austin Blacks, earning a decisive 46–34 victory in a high-scoring battle that showcased their depth, pace, and attacking precision.

This avenged a four-point loss to the Blacks in the GCSR Final two years ago.

The Blacks went on to easily win the National Championship that year.

They followed it up on Sunday with an incredible second-half performance, spurred on by Man of the Match and team captain, Brock Roper, coming back from a 24-0 halftime deficit to defeat a strong New Orleans side 26-24 to secure the Super Regional title and punch their ticket for the national playoff picture.

Last year, the Red Eyes lost the GCSR Final in 2OT to the eventual National Champion, Columbia, SC, and the Red Eyes look to continue the trend of the last nine D3 National Champions coming out of the GCSR.

Founded on a culture that blends physical, hard-nosed rugby with a strong sense of camaraderie, the Red Eyes, who last year celebrated their 50-year anniversary, have built one of the most resilient and tight-knit programs in Division 3, consistently competing for the Florida Rugby Union D3 Championship.

With a strong Space Coast, national, and even international following, and a roster spanning generations of players and a history that includes championship runs and international touring, the club continues to embody both competitive excellence and community spirit.

Red Eyes team captain Brock Roper, who plays in honor of his father Steve Roper, a great player who passed away last year in a tragic boating accident in the Bahamas, hoists the championship trophy. Founded on a culture that blends physical, hard-nosed rugby with a strong sense of camaraderie, the Red Eyes, who last year celebrated their 50-year anniversary, have built one of the most resilient and tight-knit programs in Division 3, consistently competing for the Florida Rugby Union D3 Championship.

“This latest achievement marks a defining moment in the club’s resurgence—proving that their recent state dominance is no fluke, but part of a sustained climb toward national contention,” said Corkey Newman, former player, long-time club President, and assistant coach.

With confidence surging and momentum firmly on their side, the Red Eyes now set their sights on the next stage—carrying the pride of Florida and the Gulf Coast into the national spotlight as the #1 seed in Chicago.

The Red Eyes would like to thank their amazing sponsors, MedFast Urgent Care, CMR Constructors, Dog N Bone British Pub, Three Bridges Planning, Island Direct Primary Care, Roper Plumbing, EZ Pack n Ship, Pig & Whistle British Pub, Swist Family Real Estate LLC, G&B Wealth Management, and Cocoa Village Tattoo Gallery, who have made this accomplishment possible.

They would also like to thank their former players (Old Boys) and supporters who cheer them on wherever the match may be, and continue to support the club financially.

The Red Eyes, a 501(c) (3) charitable organization, would greatly appreciate the community’s support for travel, lodging, and meals in Chicago through tax-deductible donations by clicking the Donate button at BrevardRugby.com.

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Excitement is building across Viera as the adrenaline-fueled Space Coast Bulls and Barrels event returns to Space Coast Daily Park on May 15 and 16, promising two nights of heart-pounding rodeo action for fans of all ages.

BREVARD COUNTY • VIERA, FLORIDA – Excitement is building across Viera as the adrenaline-fueled Space Coast Bulls and Barrels event returns to Space Coast Daily Park on May 15 and 16, promising two nights of heart-pounding rodeo action for fans of all ages.

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Presented by Space Coast Daily and sponsored by Kelly Ford, the event will showcase skilled riders taking on powerful bulls and lightning-fast barrel racing competitors in a display of athleticism, courage, and precision.

Gates open at 5:30 p.m. each evening, with the main show kicking off at 7:30 p.m.

Excitement is building across Viera as the adrenaline-fueled Space Coast Bulls and Barrels event returns to Space Coast Daily Park on May 15 and 16, promising two nights of heart-pounding rodeo action for fans of all ages.

This year’s event will feature expanded seating to accommodate growing crowds, reflecting the increasing popularity of rodeo entertainment along Florida’s Space Coast.

Spectators can expect a lively atmosphere filled with thrilling rides, crowd engagement, and family-friendly fun.

Tickets are priced at $20 in advance through MyTicketFox and $25 at the gate.

Families are especially encouraged to attend, as children ages seven and under will be admitted free. Parking will be available on site for five dollars per vehicle.

Excitement is building across Viera as the adrenaline-fueled Space Coast Bulls and Barrels event returns to Space Coast Daily Park on May 15 and 16, promising two nights of heart-pounding rodeo action for fans of all ages.

The venue, located at 5775 Stadium Parkway, is well known for hosting large-scale community events, and this rodeo production continues to build on that reputation.

With professional riders, a dynamic production team, and strong local sponsorship, Space Coast Bulls and Barrels is shaping up to be one of the must-see events of the spring season.

Additional event information and ticket access can be found through Space Coast Daily, which continues to play a central role in bringing major entertainment experiences to the region.

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BREVARD COUNTY, FLORIDA – The suspects below were arrested by various law enforcement agencies on the Space Coast!

PLEASE NOTE: All suspects are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. The mugshots and arrest records published on SpaceCoastDaily.com are not an indication of guilt, or evidence that an actual crime has been committed.

Robert Chandler Rathmann
Gender MALE
Race WHITE
DOB 12/10/1998
Address ,
Height/Weight 76/160.0
Arrest Date/Time 5/13/2026 9:15 pm
Booking Date/Time 5/14/2026 12:05 am
Arrest Location ,
Arresting Agency BREVARD COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE
Booking Number 2026-00005742
Prisoner Type 03 - FAM AWAITING TRIAL
Incarceration Reason WARRANT
Total Bond Amount $0
Current Charges
PETIT THEFT 3RD DEG OTHER LARCENY 3RD SUBSQ OFFENSE
Statute Counts
812.014.3c 1
PETIT THEFT 3RD DEG OTHER LARCENY 3RD SUBSQ OFFENSE
Statute Counts
812.014.3c 1
Dennis Yancey
Gender MALE
Race WHITE
DOB 11/06/1959
Address ,
Height/Weight 75/220.0
Arrest Date/Time 5/13/2026 8:46 pm
Booking Date/Time 5/14/2026 12:15 am
Arrest Location MALABAR, Florida
Arresting Agency PALM BAY POLICE DEPARTMENT
Booking Number 2026-00005743
Prisoner Type 08 - MAM AWAITING TRIAL
Incarceration Reason OPEN CHARGES
Total Bond Amount $0
Current Charges
DUI >0.15 W PERS <18 IN VEH - ALCOHOL
Statute Counts
316.193.4 1
Ana Maria Ramirez
Gender FEMALE
Race WHITE
DOB 09/05/1960
Address ,
Height/Weight 66/
Arrest Date/Time 5/13/2026 5:59 pm
Booking Date/Time 5/14/2026 12:46 am
Arrest Location COCOA BEACH, Florida
Arresting Agency COCOA BEACH POLICE DEPARTMENT
Booking Number 2026-00005744
Prisoner Type 19 - FAF AWAITING TRIAL (FEMALE)
Incarceration Reason OPEN CHARGES
Total Bond Amount $0
Current Charges
AGG BATTERY W DEADLY WEAPON
Statute Counts
784.045.1a2 1
ABUSE ELDERLY OR DISABLED ADULT WO GREAT HARM - AGG ASSAULT
Statute Counts
825.102.1. 1
Gregg Randall Graham
Gender MALE
Race WHITE
DOB 04/13/1955
Address ,
Height/Weight 72/220.0
Arrest Date/Time 5/13/2026 7:47 pm
Booking Date/Time 5/14/2026 12:56 am
Arrest Location COCOA, Florida
Arresting Agency BREVARD COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE
Booking Number 2026-00005745
Prisoner Type 08 - MAM AWAITING TRIAL
Incarceration Reason OPEN CHARGES
Total Bond Amount $0
Current Charges
ASSAULT LEO FIREFIGHTER EMT ETC.- SIMPLE ASSAULT
Statute Counts
784.07.2a. 1
Rashawn Jamual Daniels
Gender MALE
Race BLACK
DOB 03/17/1989
Address ,
Height/Weight 68/160.0
Arrest Date/Time 5/14/2026 1:45 am
Booking Date/Time 5/14/2026 1:52 am
Arrest Location COCOA, Florida
Arresting Agency BREVARD COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE
Booking Number 2026-00005746
Prisoner Type 08 - MAM AWAITING TRIAL
Incarceration Reason WARRANT
Total Bond Amount $0
Current Charges
NON SUPPORT OF CHILDREN OR SPOUSE
Statute Counts
827.06 1
NON SUPPORT OF CHILDREN OR SPOUSE
Statute Counts
827.06 1
Joel Abriecet Boyd-pajotte
Gender MALE
Race BLACK
DOB 08/25/1980
Address ,
Height/Weight 68/246.0
Arrest Date/Time 5/13/2026 9:24 pm
Booking Date/Time 5/14/2026 2:17 am
Arrest Location COCOA, Florida
Arresting Agency COCOA POLICE DEPARTMENT
Booking Number 2026-00005747
Prisoner Type 03 - FAM AWAITING TRIAL
Incarceration Reason OPEN CHARGES
Total Bond Amount $0
Current Charges
FENTANYL - TRAFFICKING 4 GR OR MORE
Statute Counts
893.135.1c4a 1
Devon Marie Oneil
Gender FEMALE
Race WHITE
DOB 11/16/1990
Address ,
Height/Weight 62/130.0
Arrest Date/Time 5/14/2026 1:50 am
Booking Date/Time 5/14/2026 4:17 am
Arrest Location COCOA, Florida
Arresting Agency BREVARD COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE
Booking Number 2026-00005748
Prisoner Type 19 - FAF AWAITING TRIAL (FEMALE)
Incarceration Reason OPEN CHARGES
Total Bond Amount $0
Current Charges
AMPHETAMINE/METHAMPHETAMINE - TRAFFICKING 14 GR OR OVER
Statute Counts
893.135.1f1 1
POSSES CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE W/O PRESCRIPTION
Statute Counts
893.13.6A 1
Stephon Demarcus King
Gender MALE
Race BLACK
DOB 10/30/1991
Address ,
Height/Weight 70/200.0
Arrest Date/Time 5/14/2026 2:49 am
Booking Date/Time 5/14/2026 4:31 am
Arrest Location MERRITT ISLAND, Florida
Arresting Agency BREVARD COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE
Booking Number 2026-00005749
Prisoner Type 03 - FAM AWAITING TRIAL
Incarceration Reason OPEN CHARGES
Total Bond Amount $0
Current Charges
VOP
Statute Counts
948.06 1
RESIST OFFICER WO VIOL
Statute Counts
843.02 1
Deric Anthony William Suazo
Gender MALE
Race WHITE
DOB 07/06/1986
Address ,
Height/Weight 73/180.0
Arrest Date/Time 5/14/2026 1:50 am
Booking Date/Time 5/14/2026 4:52 am
Arrest Location COCOA, Florida
Arresting Agency BREVARD COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE
Booking Number 2026-00005750
Prisoner Type 03 - FAM AWAITING TRIAL
Incarceration Reason OPEN CHARGES
Total Bond Amount $0
Current Charges
VOP
Statute Counts
948.06 1
Mitchell Allen Desaulnier
Gender MALE
Race WHITE
DOB 07/04/1990
Address ,
Height/Weight 71/
Arrest Date/Time 5/13/2026 10:45 pm
Booking Date/Time 5/14/2026 5:12 am
Arrest Location PALM BAY, Florida
Arresting Agency MELBOURNE POLICE DEPARTMENT
Booking Number 2026-00005751
Prisoner Type 08 - MAM AWAITING TRIAL
Incarceration Reason OPEN CHARGES
Total Bond Amount $0
Current Charges
DUI >0.15 W PERS <18 IN VEH - ALCOHOL
Statute Counts
316.193.4 1
Cameron Joseph Aiello
Gender MALE
Race WHITE
DOB 04/23/1999
Address ,
Height/Weight 72/220.0
Arrest Date/Time 5/14/2026 12:56 am
Booking Date/Time 5/14/2026 5:26 am
Arrest Location INDIALANTIC, Florida
Arresting Agency PALM BAY POLICE DEPARTMENT
Booking Number 2026-00005752
Prisoner Type 03 - FAM AWAITING TRIAL
Incarceration Reason OPEN CHARGES
Total Bond Amount $0
Current Charges
CORRUPTION BY THREAT AGAINST PUBLIC SERVANT - SIMPLE ASSAULT
Statute Counts
838.021.3b. 1
BREACH OF PEACE-DISORDERLY CONDUCT
Statute Counts
877.03 1
ASSAULT LEO FIREFIGHTER EMT ETC.- SIMPLE ASSAULT
Statute Counts
784.07.2a. 1
Scot Nmn Darling
Gender MALE
Race WHITE
DOB 06/03/1960
Address ,
Height/Weight 66/180.0
Arrest Date/Time 5/14/2026 4:52 am
Booking Date/Time 5/14/2026 6:39 am
Arrest Location CAPE CANAVERAL, Florida
Arresting Agency BREVARD COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE
Booking Number 2026-00005753
Prisoner Type 07 - MAM SENTENCED <365
Incarceration Reason COUNTY SENTENCED
Total Bond Amount $0
Current Charges
TRESPASS FAIL TO LEAVE PROP ON ORDER OF OWNER
Statute Counts
810.09.2a 1
Rahul Jayesh Modi
Gender MALE
Race ASIAN
DOB 02/05/2001
Address ,
Height/Weight 71/195.0
Arrest Date/Time 5/14/2026 7:03 am
Booking Date/Time 5/14/2026 8:39 am
Arrest Location MELBOURNE, Florida
Arresting Agency FHP - COCOA BRANCH
Booking Number 2026-00005754
Prisoner Type 08 - MAM AWAITING TRIAL
Incarceration Reason OPEN CHARGES
Total Bond Amount $0
Current Charges
EXCESS OF THE SPEED LIMIT BY 100MPH OR MORE
Statute Counts
316.1922.1b 1
Barry S Woodward
Gender MALE
Race WHITE
DOB 11/12/1982
Address ,
Height/Weight 67/265.0
Arrest Date/Time 5/14/2026 6:36 am
Booking Date/Time 5/14/2026 8:59 am
Arrest Location DRACUT, Massachusetts
Arresting Agency BREVARD COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE
Booking Number 2026-00005755
Prisoner Type 16 - OAM OTHER JURISDICTIONS
Incarceration Reason OTHER JURISDICTION
Total Bond Amount $0
Current Charges
OUT OF STATE FUGITIVE
Statute Counts
941.13 1
Charlie Wayne Boone
Gender MALE
Race WHITE
DOB 02/16/1971
Address ,
Height/Weight 68/150.0
Arrest Date/Time 5/14/2026 5:52 am
Booking Date/Time 5/14/2026 9:37 am
Arrest Location TITUSVILLE, Florida
Arresting Agency TITUSVILLE POLICE DEPARTMENT
Booking Number 2026-00005756
Prisoner Type 03 - FAM AWAITING TRIAL
Incarceration Reason OPEN CHARGES
Total Bond Amount $0
Current Charges
CHILD ABUSE WO GREAT BODILY HARM-SIMPLE ASSLT
Statute Counts
827.03.2c 1
Thierry J Lettiere
Gender MALE
Race WHITE
DOB 07/16/1988
Address ,
Height/Weight 66/165.0
Arrest Date/Time 5/14/2026 9:29 am
Booking Date/Time 5/14/2026 10:34 am
Arrest Location MELBOURNE, Florida
Arresting Agency BREVARD COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE
Booking Number 2026-00005757
Prisoner Type 03 - FAM AWAITING TRIAL
Incarceration Reason WARRANT
Total Bond Amount $0
Current Charges
POSSES CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE W/O PRESCRIPTION
Statute Counts
893.13.6A 1
POSS/USE DRUG PARAPHERNALIA
Statute Counts
893.147.1 1
Darius Taylor White
Gender MALE
Race BLACK
DOB 04/04/1991
Address ,
Height/Weight 70/175.0
Arrest Date/Time 5/14/2026 4:45 pm
Booking Date/Time 5/14/2026 11:30 am
Arrest Location COCOA BEACH, Florida
Arresting Agency COCOA BEACH POLICE DEPARTMENT
Booking Number 2026-00005759
Prisoner Type 08 - MAM AWAITING TRIAL
Incarceration Reason OPEN CHARGES
Total Bond Amount $0
Current Charges
BATTER - TOUCH OR STRIKE (FIBRS 13A)
Statute Counts
784.03.1a1 1
Gina Balsley
Gender FEMALE
Race WHITE
DOB 02/06/1988
Address ,
Height/Weight 60/148.0
Arrest Date/Time 5/14/2026 7:19 am
Booking Date/Time 5/14/2026 11:44 am
Arrest Location KIHEI, Hawaii
Arresting Agency BREVARD COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE
Booking Number 2026-00005760
Prisoner Type 32 - OAF OTHER JURISDICTIONS (FEMALE)
Incarceration Reason OTHER JURISDICTION
Total Bond Amount $0
Current Charges
OUT OF STATE FUGITIVE
Statute Counts
941.13 1
Javon Dwayne Taylor
Gender MALE
Race BLACK
DOB 03/06/1993
Address ,
Height/Weight 68/190.0
Arrest Date/Time 5/14/2026 11:05 am
Booking Date/Time 5/14/2026 12:34 pm
Arrest Location MERRITT ISLAND, Florida
Arresting Agency BREVARD COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE
Booking Number 2026-00005761
Prisoner Type 14 - OAM STATE INMATES
Incarceration Reason ORDER TO TRANPSORT
Total Bond Amount $0
Current Charges
ROBBERY SUDDEN SNATCH WO FIREARM OR WEAPON - PURSE SNATCHING
Statute Counts
812.131.2b 1
FTA MISDEMEANOR
Statute Counts
843.15.1b 1
BATTERY - TOUCH STRIKE / DV / DATING VIOL
Statute Counts
784.03.1a1 . 1
SIMPLE ASSAULT INTENT THREAT TO DO VIOLENCE
Statute Counts
784.011.1 1
Sean Edward Davis
Gender MALE
Race WHITE
DOB 10/28/1988
Address ,
Height/Weight 73/215.0
Arrest Date/Time 5/14/2026 11:27 am
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]]> https://spacecoastdaily.com/2026/05/arrests-in-brevard-county-may-15-2026-suspects-presumed-innocent-until-proven-guilty/feed/ 0 Eastern Florida State Men’s Tennis Team Earns Best Finish in Program History at NJCAA Division I National Tournament https://spacecoastdaily.com/2026/05/eastern-florida-state-mens-tennis-team-earns-best-finish-in-program-history-at-njcaa-division-i-national-tournament/ https://spacecoastdaily.com/2026/05/eastern-florida-state-mens-tennis-team-earns-best-finish-in-program-history-at-njcaa-division-i-national-tournament/#respond Sat, 16 May 2026 04:05:48 +0000 https://spacecoastdaily.com/?p=494718 The Eastern Florida State College men’s tennis team enjoyed its best finish in program history, placing third in the NJCAA Division I National Tournament at Collin College in Plano, Texas. [...]

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]]> doubles team of Johan Mottlau and Filip Sormaz brought home a national title in straight sets
The Eastern Florida State College men’s tennis team enjoyed its best finish in program history, placing third in the NJCAA Division I National Tournament at Collin College in Plano, Texas. It was the third time that an Eastern Florida State College team had placed third in the national tournament. “It was a stellar week of tennis for Eastern Florida State College, and I am immensely proud of this group,” Eastern Florida State College men’s tennis coach Nick Rosatti said.

BREVARD COUNTY, FLORIDA – The Eastern Florida State College men’s tennis team enjoyed its best finish in program history, placing third in the NJCAA Division I National Tournament at Collin College in Plano, Texas.

“It was a stellar week of tennis for Eastern Florida State College, and I am immensely proud of this group,” Eastern Florida State College men’s tennis coach Nick Rosatti said.

“It was a joy to watch our guys make a huge comeback to secure a podium position. We played extremely well in doubles, which proved to be the difference.”

“It was a stellar week of tennis for Eastern Florida State College, and I am immensely proud of this group,” Eastern Florida State College men’s tennis coach Nick Rosatti said. “It was a joy to watch our guys make a huge comeback to secure a podium position. We played extremely well in doubles, which proved to be the difference.” (EFSC image)

The No. 2 doubles team of Johan Mottlau and Filip Sormaz brought home a national title, winning the championship with a straight sets win over Pratt’s Kenta Kawada and Thiofhi Tshivhase in straight sets to win the title and become the second doubles team in program history to win a national championship.

The first set was back and forth, with Mottlau and Sormaz getting the break, then being broken to make it 2-2. The Pratt duo took a 4-2 lead, but the Titans responded with another break to tie things 4-4.

It would be tied 6-6 with Mottlau and Sormaz picking up the gutsy win in a tight 8-6 tiebreaker, posting the 7-6 win in the first set.

They continued to play well, jumped out to a 4-0 lead, and locked up the title with a 6-2 win.

Mottlau and Sormaz came into the tournament as the No. 4 seed in No. 2 doubles and defeated the No. 5 seed before beating the No. 1 seed to make the final. Then, in the final, they defeated the No. 2 seed for the title.

“I am excited for Johan and Filip for winning the National Championship! I am so proud of them and know that they are outstanding young men, and I had the privilege of coaching them in the fall. So happy for both of them,” Eastern Florida State College Associate Vice President of Athletics Jeff Carr said.

“I am excited for Johan and Filip for winning the National Championship! I am so proud of them and know that they are outstanding young men, and I had the privilege of coaching them in the fall. So happy for both of them,” Eastern Florida State College Associate Vice President of Athletics Jeff Carr said.

Pablo Garcia was in the championship final at No. 3 singles as the No. 6 seed’s run ended with a runner-up finish as he fell to the No. 1 seed, Kenta Kawada from Pratt Community College.

Garcia got off to a fast start, but Kawada battled back to win the first set in a tiebreaker 7-6.

Garcia could not get back on track and fell 6-2 in the second set. The sophomore was the No. 6 seed and defeated both the No. 2 and No. 3 seeds to reach the finals.

The No. 1 doubles team of Fernando Martinez and Salva Mulet also finished in second place as they lost in the final, 6-3, 6-4 to Pratt’s Sam Dineen and Kenneth Rabinad Vila.

“Of our three finals matches, all three of them were against the overall champion, Pratt Community College, and we were able to win one of those,” Rosatti said.

The Titans did win a pair of consolation final matches on Thursday.

Mottlau came back from being down 5-4 to defeat Weatherford’s Andres Serrano 8-5 and claim the title. Mottlau finished the tournament 2-1, rebounding from a quarterfinals loss to win the consolation title.

Tomas Kurz Cardozo dominated on Thursday, winning the consolation final 8-1 against USC Sumter’s Andrew Griffith. Cardozo also went 2-1 in the tournament after losing in the quarterfinals.

The doubles team of Cordozo and Pablo Garcia lost in the consolation finals, 8-5.

“This doubles national championship reflects the grit and competitive spirit of our men’s tennis team,” said Eastern Florida State College President Dr. Jim Richey. “Facing one of the most rigorous tournaments in the country, our student-athletes rose to the challenge and proved they belong at the very top of NJCAA Division I tennis. We are incredibly proud of their perseverance, teamwork, and the way they represented our college in Plano. Congratulations to Coach Nick Rosatti and the entire team. Go, Titans!”

The team finished with five All-Americans, which is a program record and just the third national championship in school history.

“This doubles national championship reflects the grit and competitive spirit of our men’s tennis team,” said Eastern Florida State College President Dr. Jim Richey.

“Facing one of the most rigorous tournaments in the country, our student-athletes rose to the challenge and proved they belong at the very top of NJCAA Division I tennis. We are incredibly proud of their perseverance, teamwork, and the way they represented our college in Plano. Congratulations to Coach Nick Rosatti and the entire team. Go, Titans!”

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]]> https://spacecoastdaily.com/2026/05/eastern-florida-state-mens-tennis-team-earns-best-finish-in-program-history-at-njcaa-division-i-national-tournament/feed/ 0 WATCH: Space Coast Sports Hall of Fame’s Lisa Davidson Put Florida State Softball On Map in 1990s https://spacecoastdaily.com/2026/05/watch-space-coast-sports-hall-of-fames-lisa-davidson-put-florida-state-softball-on-map-in-1990s-2/ https://spacecoastdaily.com/2026/05/watch-space-coast-sports-hall-of-fames-lisa-davidson-put-florida-state-softball-on-map-in-1990s-2/#respond Sat, 16 May 2026 04:04:47 +0000 https://spacecoastdaily.com/?p=494739 Lisa Davidson was the second Lady Seminoles to be named an All-American. She finished her career with four consecutive ACC Championships and three World Series appearances. [...]

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]]> Lisa Davidson finished her career with four consecutive ACC Championships and three World Series appearances

WATCH: Lisa Davidson was the second Lady Seminoles to be named an All-American. She finished her career with four consecutive ACC Championships and three World Series appearances. In 2003, almost 10 years after she graduated, Davidson was honored again when the ACC organized a 50th-anniversary team for each sport, and she was selected as one of 24 Florida State softball players on the squad. In 2005, she was inducted into the FSU Hall of Fame.

LISA DAVIDSON – 2014 INDUCTEE

• All-American At FSU
• ACC Tournament MVP
• Florida State Hall of Fame

A CHIP OFF THE OLD BLOCK

BREVARD COUNTY, FLORIDA – Some men follow their fathers into sport. Some women follow their moms. For Lisa Davidson, softball was a mother-daughter thing.

“My mom was an awesome third baseman with the Zephyrs adult team in Satellite Beach,” said Davidson.

“I was always around when they would play, and I always had my glove in hand.”

Born at Health First’s Holmes Regional Medical Center, Davidson was throwing softballs almost simultaneously as learning to walk.

By the time she was six years old, she was involved in girls’ traveling teams, progressing from Percy’s Junior Lassies to the Lassies and to the Mets, all Satellite Beach teams.

Because she lived in Indialantic, she switched to the local Sharks, much to the Mets’ consternation.

Lisa Davidson was only the second Lady Seminoles to be named an All-American. She finished her career with four ACC Championships and three World Series appearances.
Lisa Davidson was only the second Lady Seminoles to be named an All-American. She finished her career with four ACC Championships and three World Series appearances.

Not to worry, however, for Davidson was soon returning to Satellite Beach.

Her home address listed her as attending Melbourne High School, where she spent a year, but the family soon moved to Satellite Beach so Davidson could play ball with the superior Satellite High School softball team.

“The team was so much better,” she said.

“It was a huge thing for us to move, because we didn’t have much money, but my mom thought it would give me the edge I needed for a scholarship.”

Mom was right.

REMARKABLE TRANSITION TO FAST PITCH

After snagging the team championship for Satellite and enjoying an incredible and totally legit .809 batting average in her senior year, Davidson was recruited by the Lady Seminoles at Florida State University, an impressive accomplishment, particularly when considering that she had only played slow pitch in high school, while the Lady Seminoles were a fast pitch team, requiring intensive batting practice on Davidson’s part to come up to speed in zeroing in on those 80-miles-per-hour pitches.

Davidson was the second Lady Seminoles to be named an All-American. She finished her career with four consecutive ACC Championships and three World Series appearances. (Image for SpaceCoastDaily.com)
Davidson was the second Lady Seminoles to be named an All-American. She finished her career with four consecutive ACC Championships and three World Series appearances. (Image for Space Coast Daily)

Davidson was a fast learner. As a freshman, she stepped in and led the team with a .341 batting average.

The Lady Seminoles themselves were transitioning, as was Davidson, as they stepped into a new conference, the ACC, and claimed the first ACC title in any sport, thanks in large part to Davidson, which dominated the conference.

She led the ACC in triples and was ranked in the league’s top 10 in five other categories.

Her platinum exploits on the diamond earned her the ACC Tournament’s Most Valuable Player title in 1993. She was an all-tournament selection at the UNC Invitational.

Davidson was the second Lady Seminoles to be named an All-American. She finished her career with four consecutive ACC Championships and three World Series appearances.

In 2003, almost 10 years after she graduated, Davidson was honored again when the ACC organized a 50th-anniversary team for each sport, and she was selected as one of 24 Florida State softball players on the squad.

In 2005, she was inducted into the FSU Hall of Fame.

After college, Davidson played semi-professional ball in San Antonio, Texas, for five years.

With a master’s in English, she taught high school for 15 years in South Florida before joining her mom at the family business, Dogleg Sportswear in Orlando.

Daughter Taylor carries on the athletic tradition in her own sport, soccer. You can expect another Hall of Famer in the family.

“She’s a much better athlete than I ever was, and I expect will be highly recruited,” says the proud Davidson.

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]]> https://spacecoastdaily.com/2026/05/watch-space-coast-sports-hall-of-fames-lisa-davidson-put-florida-state-softball-on-map-in-1990s-2/feed/ 0 FRESH FROM FLORIDA: Prepare a Delicious, Nutrient-Packed Breakfast of Florida Egg and Vegetable Bake https://spacecoastdaily.com/2026/05/fresh-from-florida-prepare-a-delicious-nutrient-packed-breakfast-of-florida-egg-and-vegetable-bake/ https://spacecoastdaily.com/2026/05/fresh-from-florida-prepare-a-delicious-nutrient-packed-breakfast-of-florida-egg-and-vegetable-bake/#respond Sat, 16 May 2026 04:03:50 +0000 https://spacecoastdaily.com/?p=494737 This nutrient-packed breakfast is a great way to start your day! Get our Florida Vegetable & Egg Bake recipe. [...]

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]]> Let each member of the family add the toppings they prefer to their assigned portion of the omelet bake
Fresh from Florida highlights this delicious Florida Vegetable & Egg Bake recipe. This nutrient-packed breakfast is a great way to start your day.

BREVARD COUNTY, FLORIDA — Fresh from Florida highlights this delicious Florida Vegetable & Egg Bake recipe. This nutrient-packed breakfast is a great way to start your day.

INGREDIENTS

■ 10 Florida eggs

■ 2 (8-ounce) tubes of croissant dough

■ 1/3 cup Florida mushrooms, sliced thin

■ 1/3 cup Florida sweet peppers, diced

■ 1/4 cup Florida zucchini, diced

■ 1/4 cup Florida yellow squash, diced

■ 1 cup Jack cheese, shredded

■ 1/3 cup bacon, cooked and chopped

■ 1 teaspoon of your favorite seasoning blend

■ Sea salt and fresh ground pepper to taste

PREPARATION

■ Preheat oven to 350 degrees. In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together eggs and seasoning blend.

■ Open both tubes of croissant dough and unroll them on a clean cutting board.

■ Using a knife, slice along all the connecting lines, then cut each triangle in half lengthwise.

■ Roll up each piece of cut croissant dough, starting at the big end, until all of them have been rolled into what looks like mini croissants.

■ Line your medium to large-sized cast-iron pan or baking dish all the way around with the rolled croissant dough pieces to form a crust.

■ Pour the whisked eggs into the lined pan. Start adding the vegetables, bacon, and cheese to the pan.

■ Once finished, lightly season the eggs with salt and fresh ground pepper.

■ Place the pan in the oven and cook for 15 to 25 minutes until the eggs are cooked throughout and the croissants are golden brown. Remove from oven and serve warm.

■ Fresh Tip: Let each member of the family add the toppings they prefer to their assigned portion of the omelet bake.

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]]> https://spacecoastdaily.com/2026/05/fresh-from-florida-prepare-a-delicious-nutrient-packed-breakfast-of-florida-egg-and-vegetable-bake/feed/ 0 Melbourne Municipal Band Rock & Roll Revue Will Rock the House to Benefit Martin Andersen Senior Center in Rockledge https://spacecoastdaily.com/2026/05/melbourne-municipal-band-rock-roll-revue-will-rock-the-house-to-benefit-martin-andersen-senior-center-in-rockledge/ https://spacecoastdaily.com/2026/05/melbourne-municipal-band-rock-roll-revue-will-rock-the-house-to-benefit-martin-andersen-senior-center-in-rockledge/#respond Sat, 16 May 2026 04:03:17 +0000 https://spacecoastdaily.com/?p=494732 Melbourne Municipal Band’s Rock & Roll Revue eight-piece ensemble, complete with a male vocalist and a Doo-Wop trio, will perform at 7:30 p.m., Friday, May 29, during a dinner show that benefits Martin Andersen Senior Center [...]

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]]> eight-piece ensemble, complete with a male vocalist and a Doo-Wop trio, will perform May 29 at 7:30 p.m.
Melbourne Municipal Band’s Rock & Roll Revue will rock during a Friday, May 29, dinner-and-a-show at Martin Andersen Senior Center. Dinner and a show for $25 is a sweet deal, but it’s even sweeter when Melbourne Municipal Band’s Rock & Roll Revue rocks the house for a good cause.

BREVARD COUNTY, FLORIDA – Dinner and a show for $25 is a sweet deal, but it’s even sweeter when Melbourne Municipal Band’s Rock & Roll Revue rocks the house for a good cause.

The eight-piece ensemble, complete with a male vocalist and a Doo-Wop trio, will perform at 7:30 p.m., Friday, May 29, during a dinner show that benefits Martin Andersen Senior Center in Rockledge.

Founded in 1983, the Senior Center provides older area residents with essential resources and opportunities for social connections.

Now in its 61st season, the Melbourne Municipal Band provides free, high-quality concerts to the community and nurtures the next generation of musicians through youth education and performance initiatives.

Founded in 1965, the MMB is an integral part of the Space Coast cultural community, serving more than 21,000 attendees each year through concerts, dances, and other ensemble performances.

The band’s 80-plus members and auxiliary volunteers spend 30,000 hours each year on rehearsals and performances.

During the performance on May 29, attendees will enjoy a lasagna-and-salad dinner, followed by classic dance tunes from the revue.

“The audience can expect music from the 1950s, 1960s, and 1970s by several of their favorite artists for their dancing and listening pleasure,” said Rock & Roll Revue conductor Art Martin.

Joining the musicians and vocalist, Jeremy Lundquist will be the Swingtimers Vocal Trio of Connie Maltby, Diana Sageser, and Dave Hutson.

Maltby, who moved to St. Augustine last year, is back in town and thrilled to sing again. She sang with the Brevard Chorale, Space Coast Symphony Orchestra, and, of course, the Swingtimers Trio for many years.

You can catch her in The Sound of Music this summer at the Limelight Theatre in St. Augustine.

Sageser has been singing away with the Swingtimers for a decade.

“I come from a very musical family, one that used to sing harmonies together while we were setting and clearing the table after dinner,” she said.

Sageser has played percussion with both MMB and the Melbourne Community Orchestra and has also played and sung with the Harbor City Dance Band.

The multi-talented Sageser has also performed as a living history interpreter and a professional clown.

“My grandmother was involved in vaudeville, so I guess it’s in my blood,” she said.

Hutson, founder and director of the Swingtimers, has been singing close harmony since high school, when he was part of a folk music group.

When he joined MMB’s Swingtime Big Band as a sax player, Hutson formed the Swingtimers to sing swing music of that era.

The group has since expanded its repertoire to include songs reminiscent of Manhattan Transfer.

Hutson also sings in the Oh Golly Dixieland Band and the 321 Jazz Orchestra and plays sax for the New Horizons Band. He is the founder and director of the Adagio Sax Quartet.

Rock & Roll Revue conductor Art Martin attended the legendary Juilliard School of Music in New York City.

He taught in New Jersey public schools for more than 40 years and served as an adjunct instructor of music at Montclair State University.

Martin has been a member of the Melbourne Swingtime big band, Melbourne Municipal Band, and The Oh Golly Dixieland Band, and has played a variety of woodwind instruments in the pit orchestras at the Historic Cocoa Village Playhouse and the Henegar Center.

He also performed with the Space Coast Pops and Central Florida Winds. He is currently the band leader for Rock & Roll Revue and the Oh Golly Dixieland Band.

Tickets for dinner and the show are available at the Martin Andersen Senior Center, 1025 Florida Ave., Rockledge. For more information, call 321-631-7549.

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WATCH LIVE! Brevard Old Red Eye Rugby takes on the Detroit Tradesmen in the USA Club Rugby National Championships.

By Kat Roche, Club Rugby

After months of hard work, blood, sweat, and tears, 20 teams, including Brevard Old Red Eye, are in Chicago to play for the USA Club Rugby National Championship!

CHICAGO, ILLINOIS – There are five trophies on the line, one for each of the divisions, and by the close of Sunday, those trophies will be claimed by the best of the best.

First up, we have Brevard Old Red Eye taking on the Detroit Tradesmen. Brevard won the Gulf Coast Super Regional, the breeding ground for D3 National Champions.

And I say this because the last six D3 National Championship titles have gone to Gulf Coast teams. Four to the Austin Blacks, one to the Columbia Rhinos, and one to the Palm Beach Panthers.

If Brevard wishes to add their name to that list, it’s all or nothing for the next two matches. Brevard actually finished 5-2 in the regular season, chalking up two losses to the Palm Beach Panthers.

In the Florida final, however, Old Red Eye got its revenge, smashing the Panthers to qualify for their third Super Regional in a row.

In 2024, they lost in the final to the Austin Blacks, 18-14, who went on to take the National title. In 2025, they lost in the final to the Columbia Rhinos, 31-24, who went on to take the National title.

This year, they defeated the Austin Blacks in the semifinal 46-34 before taking on New Orleans in the final. New Orleans took a 24-0 lead into halftime, looking like it would be another disappointing finish for Brevard, but Old Red Eye was not about to go down without a fight.

It was slow going, but Brevard dotted down once, twice, and suddenly, with ten minutes left in the match, we had a game on our hands.

When Jean-Eric Van der Elst Portero (what a name!) scored in the 74th minute, the stands were riotous. Koby Deacon converted for Brevard to take the lead 26-24. The final five minutes were chaos as New Orleans desperately tried to take back the lead, but Brevard stood firm.

The final whistle went, and the Florida fans stormed the field. Brevard did it; they were heading to Chicago.

Old Red Eye knows the competition only gets tougher from here, but they’ve been through hell and come out the other side. Florida might just have another National Championship team on their hands.

Standing in the way of Brevard and this fairy tale ending are the men from Michigan, the Detroit Tradesmen.

While Brevard had their share of regular-season losses and close games, Detroit is the opposite. The Tradesmen have been near unstoppable this season, going undefeated in league play since they kicked off in August.

After winning the Midwest Championship over the Chicago Blaze back in November, they stacked their spring schedule with friendlies to better prepare for the playoffs.

It clearly paid off as they blanked the St. Louis Hornets in the Super Regional semifinal 66-0, advancing to the final.

It turns out they would once again face the Chicago Blaze after Blaze eked out a win over the Rocky Mountain Champions, the Denver Highlanders, 21-12.

In the all-Midwest final, Detroit scored early and scored often to storm out to a blazing lead over Chicago. With a halftime score of 31-12, the Tradesmen were only halfway through their scoring streak.

Both teams dotted down a few more times, but it was never out of Detroit’s control, final score 58-31.

If Detroit makes it to the final, it will be the first time since 2019 that a Midwest D3 team has made it to the National Championship match, following in the footsteps of the Grand Rapids Gazelles.

The last time the Northern Super Regional Champion reached the final was in 2023, when the Colorado Springs Grizzlies won their semi.

The last time a Midwest D3 team won outright was in 2011, with Metropolis claiming the National title over the Syracuse Chargers.

It would also be the Tradesmen’s first time in a D3 National Championship match, and their first visit to any National Championship match since 2018, when the D2 team finished as runners-up.

Fresh off securing their third consecutive Florida Rugby Union Division 3 title earlier this month, the Red Eyes, coached by Mike (Kiwi) Nevin, carried that momentum into regionals—and elevated their game when it mattered most to win their first Gulf Coast Super Regional D3 title and a spot in the Final Four in Chicago, May 16 and 17.

AUSTIN, TEXAS – The Brevard Old Red Eye Rugby Club continues its dominant 2026 campaign, capturing the Gulf Coast Super Regional D3 Championship in Austin with back-to-back statement victories.

Fresh off securing their third consecutive Florida Rugby Union Division 3 title earlier this month, the Red Eyes, coached by Mike (Kiwi) Nevin, carried that momentum into regionals—and elevated their game when it mattered most to win their first Gulf Coast Super Regional D3 title and a spot in the Final Four in Chicago, May 16 and 17.

LEFT TO RIGHT: Brevard Old Red Eye Rugby Club Mike “Kiwi” Nevin, Red Eye President Corkey Newman, and Red Eye Team physician Dr. David Williams with the Gulf Coast Super Regional D3 title trophy. The Red Eyes captured the Gulf Coast Super Regional D3 Championship in Austin, Texas, with back-to-back statement victories. “This latest achievement marks a defining moment in the club’s resurgence—proving that their recent state dominance is no fluke, but part of a sustained climb toward national contention,” said Newman.

On Saturday, the Red Eyes, led by two tries from winger Dewayne Parks and New Zealand-born flyhalf, Koby Deacon, delivered a powerful performance against the hometown Austin Blacks, earning a decisive 46–34 victory in a high-scoring battle that showcased their depth, pace, and attacking precision.

This avenged a four-point loss to the Blacks in the GCSR Final two years ago.

The Blacks went on to easily win the National Championship that year.

They followed it up on Sunday with an incredible second-half performance, spurred on by Man of the Match and team captain, Brock Roper, coming back from a 24-0 halftime deficit to defeat a strong New Orleans side 26-24 to secure the Super Regional title and punch their ticket for the national playoff picture.

Last year, the Red Eyes lost the GCSR Final in 2OT to the eventual National Champion, Columbia, SC, and the Red Eyes look to continue the trend of the last nine D3 National Champions coming out of the GCSR.

Founded on a culture that blends physical, hard-nosed rugby with a strong sense of camaraderie, the Red Eyes, who last year celebrated their 50-year anniversary, have built one of the most resilient and tight-knit programs in Division 3, consistently competing for the Florida Rugby Union D3 Championship.

With a strong Space Coast, national, and even international following, and a roster spanning generations of players and a history that includes championship runs and international touring, the club continues to embody both competitive excellence and community spirit.

Red Eyes team captain Brock Roper, who plays in honor of his father Steve Roper, a great player who passed away last year in a tragic boating accident in the Bahamas, hoists the championship trophy. Founded on a culture that blends physical, hard-nosed rugby with a strong sense of camaraderie, the Red Eyes, who last year celebrated their 50-year anniversary, have built one of the most resilient and tight-knit programs in Division 3, consistently competing for the Florida Rugby Union D3 Championship.

“This latest achievement marks a defining moment in the club’s resurgence—proving that their recent state dominance is no fluke, but part of a sustained climb toward national contention,” said Corkey Newman, former player, long-time club President, and assistant coach.

With confidence surging and momentum firmly on their side, the Red Eyes now set their sights on the next stage—carrying the pride of Florida and the Gulf Coast into the national spotlight as the #1 seed in Chicago.

The Red Eyes would like to thank their amazing sponsors, MedFast Urgent Care, CMR Constructors, Dog N Bone British Pub, Three Bridges Planning, Island Direct Primary Care, Roper Plumbing, EZ Pack n Ship, Pig & Whistle British Pub, Swist Family Real Estate LLC, G&B Wealth Management, and Cocoa Village Tattoo Gallery, who have made this accomplishment possible.

They would also like to thank their former players (Old Boys) and supporters who cheer them on wherever the match may be, and continue to support the club financially.

The Red Eyes, a 501(c) (3) charitable organization, would greatly appreciate the community’s support for travel, lodging, and meals in Chicago through tax-deductible donations by clicking the Donate button at BrevardRugby.com.

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SpaceX is targeting Tuesday, May 12, for Falcon 9’s launch of Dragon’s 34th Commercial Resupply Services (CRS-34) mission for NASA to the International Space Station from Space Launch Complex 40 (SLC-40) at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station in Florida.

BREVARD COUNTY • CAPE CANAVERAL, FLORIDA – The 34th SpaceX commercial resupply mission under contract with NASA is headed to the International Space Station with new scientific experiments after lifting off at 6:05 p.m. EDT Friday on a Falcon 9 rocket from Space Launch Complex 40 at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station in Florida.

The SpaceX spacecraft, loaded with nearly 6,500 pounds of cargo for the space station’s Expedition 74 crew, is scheduled to autonomously dock at about 7 a.m. Sunday, May 17, to the forward port of the station’s Harmony module.

In addition to cargo for the crew aboard the space station, Dragon will deliver several new experiments, including a project to determine how well Earth-based simulators mimic microgravity conditions, a bone scaffold made from wood that could produce new treatments for fragile bone conditions like osteoporosis, and equipment to help researchers evaluate how red blood cells and the spleen change in space.

The Dragon spacecraft also will carry a new instrument to study charged particles around Earth that can impact power grids and satellites, an investigation that could provide a fundamental understanding of how planets form, and an instrument designed to take highly accurate measurements of sunlight reflected by Earth and the Moon.

These experiments are just a sample of the hundreds of investigations conducted aboard the orbiting laboratory in the areas of biology and biotechnology, physical sciences, and Earth and space science. For more than 25 years, people have lived and worked continuously aboard the International Space Station, advancing scientific knowledge and making research breakthroughs that aren’t possible on Earth.

The space station helps NASA understand and overcome the challenges of human spaceflight, expand commercial opportunities in low Earth orbit, and build on the foundation for long-duration missions to the Moon, as part of the Artemis program, and to Mars.

The Dragon spacecraft is scheduled to remain at the station until mid-June, when it will depart and return to Earth with time-sensitive research and cargo, ahead of splashing down off the coast of California.

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]]> https://spacecoastdaily.com/2026/05/watch-live-spacex-ready-to-launch-crs-34-mission-tonight-from-cape-canaveral/feed/ 0 WATCH LIVE: Merritt Island Christian Holds Class of 2026 Graduation Ceremony Tonight https://spacecoastdaily.com/2026/05/watch-live-merritt-island-christian-holds-class-of-2026-graduation-ceremony-tonight/ https://spacecoastdaily.com/2026/05/watch-live-merritt-island-christian-holds-class-of-2026-graduation-ceremony-tonight/#respond Fri, 15 May 2026 21:10:04 +0000 https://spacecoastdaily.com/?p=494740 Merritt Island Christian School’s Class of 2026 will celebrate a major milestone Friday evening as seniors walk across the stage during Graduation Day ceremonies at First Baptist Church in Merritt Island. [...]

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ABOVE VIDEO: Merritt Island Christian Graduation 2026

BREVARD COUNTY • MERRITT ISLAND, FLORIDA — Merritt Island Christian School’s Class of 2026 will celebrate a major milestone Friday evening as seniors walk across the stage during Graduation Day ceremonies at First Baptist Church in Merritt Island.

The graduation ceremony is set for 7 p.m. on Friday, May 15, at First Baptist Church, located at 140 Magnolia Avenue in Merritt Island.

Family members, friends, faculty and supporters will gather to honor the hard work, achievements and bright futures of the graduating seniors as they take the next step in their journeys.

For those unable to attend in person, Merritt Island Christian School is offering a live stream of the ceremony so loved ones can still be part of the special celebration from anywhere.

School leaders expressed pride in the Class of 2026 and their accomplishments, celebrating the graduates for their dedication and perseverance throughout their academic careers.

Congratulations to the Merritt Island Christian School Class of 2026 as they mark this exciting new chapter surrounded by their MICS family and community support.

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BREVARD COUNTY, FLORIDA – U.S. Rep. Mike Haridopolos joined Space Coast Daily’s Zach Clark for a wide-ranging interview covering some of the biggest issues impacting the Space Coast and the nation, including America’s return to deep space, global diplomacy, and the loss of a longtime Florida political leader.

Haridopolos reflected on his recent meeting with the Artemis II astronauts, calling it an inspiring moment as NASA prepares to send humans around the moon for the first time in more than 50 years.

He also shared an early preview of Artemis III, the historic mission expected to return astronauts to the lunar surface, highlighting the Space Coast’s central role in America’s next era of exploration.

The congressman also weighed in on President Donald Trump’s summit meeting with China, discussing its broader economic and geopolitical implications as tensions between the two global powers remain a major focus in Washington.

On a more personal note, Haridopolos spoke emotionally about the passing of former Congressman Bill Posey, describing Posey as a close friend, mentor, and one of Florida’s most dedicated public servants.

Haridopolos reflected on Posey’s lasting impact on his own career and praised the former congressman’s decades of service to Brevard County, the Space Coast, and the nation.

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