Ru caps legendary Polk State Volleyball career with jersey dedication
Kaila Ru is off to continue her college volleyball career at the NCAA Division I level, but in more ways than one, she’ll always be at Polk State College. Ru achieved Polk State Volleyball immortality…
Pep rally for Polk State Soccer set for Tuesday
For the first time since 2009, Polk State Soccer is bound for the final site of the national NJCAA Tournament. To see the Eagles off as they soar to Evans, Ga., Polk State College will…
5 questions with Andrew Tew: Program Coordinator making immediate impact for Athletics
Program Coordinator for Athletics Andrew Tew joined Polk State College in March. During his brief time in the Athletics Department, Tew has played an instrumental role in modernizing the College’s athletics site, promoting the athletics…
Polk State celebrates NJCAA Day: The Journey Begins Here
Junior college athletics will likely never get the fanfare or notoriety of major NCAA Division I sports, but for many, it has played a vital role in who they are today. Today is NJCAA Day,…
30 Polk State students named to FCSAA All-Academic Team
A 2021-22 Academic Year that saw Polk State College accomplish many things has culminated in 26 student-athletes and four Student Government Association (SGA) members earning FCSAA All-Academic honors. To qualify for the FCSAA All-Academic Team,…
Nigerian National Team member Ottah excels early for Polk State Soccer
Undefeated at 7-0 and nationally ranked in the United Soccer Coaches Poll, newcomers have played a vital role for Polk State Soccer. Among those, perhaps no one’s story is more unique than that of midfielder…
Polk State Athletics debuts fresh look to polkeagles.com
Polk State College has teamed with SIDEARM Sports to bring a clean, new look to the athletics website, which is now live at www.polkeagles.com. The transition brings a more modern feel; it also provides for…
Strive for Five: Polk State Volleyball’s family culture key to success
A former player and current assistant coach, Polk State Volleyball’s Dayanna Teixeira knows the struggles that student-athletes face. To assist those athletes through that journey, Polk State Volleyball is turning to those who have been…
Polk State celebrates 50th anniversary of Title IX
Women’s athletics has been a mainstay at Polk State College and academic institutions across the country for as long as most can remember, but there was a time when opportunities for women in sports were…
Giles Camp allows Polk State Basketball players to connect with local youth
The annual Brandon Giles Skills Camp gives local youngsters the opportunity to bolster their basketball skills and learn new things but for Polk State Basketball players, it’s a chance to make a positive impact. With…