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PBA Women’s Volleyball responds to loss with four-match winning streak
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. – After falling to the University of Indianapolis in a five set match on Sept. 11, Palm Beach Atlantic’s women’s volleyball team responded with four consecutive wins. The team’s response came after the loss to Indianapolis, when PBA won the first two sets before Indianapolis came back to force a fifth set. Although the Sailfish eventually lost 3-2, the match provided an early test for the team. The Sailfish defeated Fort Valley State 3-0 and Trevecca Naz
Aliya Navarro
Sep 282 min read


PBA softball plays Nova Southeastern
WEST PALM BEACH Fla. –– The softball team fell just short in a close game against Nova Southeastern at Nova on Saturday, losing 2-3 despite a strong defensive performance and dominant pitching. The team came out scoring in the first inning. Kaitlyn Campbell reached first base on a groundball to shortstop and advanced to second on an overthrow. Dianna Montidoro followed with a sacrifice bunt to move Campbell to third, setting up a scoring opportunity. Larken Maseda then hit
Aliya Navarro
Apr 132 min read


The double life of college athletes
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla– The morning alarm goes off at 5:30 a.m. for a 6 a.m. practice. For college athletes, this is their everyday normal. Hit the fields before the books. The double life of college athletes is an everyday struggle. According to the NCAA, about 530,000 athletes play as NCAA athletes. At Palm Beach Atlantic, 13% of undergraduates play a collegiate sport. Balancing a college degree and competing in college sports comes with many struggles. PBA senior Bianca Gree
Autumn Gaudet
Mar 142 min read


PBA men's Basketball beats Lynn and moves onto the Semifinals
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. - The men's basketball team secured a strong 88-82 victory over Lynn Tuesday night, securing their third win of the season against the rival team in a game defined by strong shooting, early momentum and key defensive plays. The team came out with intensity, quickly setting the tone and building a 16-point lead in the first quarter. Their fast start allowed them to control the pace of the game early, and they carried that momentum into halftime with a c
Aliya Navarro
Mar 42 min read


PBA baseball beats Nova in decisive win
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. - The Palm Beach Atlantic baseball team delivered a commanding performance against Nova Tuesday night, securing an 8-2 victory through disciplined hitting and steady pitching. From the opening inning, PBA set the tone, refusing to let Nova gain momentum and controlling the pace of the game on both sides of the ball. Graduate student Ian Pennington led the offensive charge with an exceptional night at the plate. Going 3-for-4, Pennington recorded five RBI
Aliya Navarro
Feb 182 min read


“Take It One Day at a Time”: Sailfish Ride Historic Win Into Strong Midseason Push
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. — Palm Beach Atlantic recorded the most significant victory in program history during the 2025–26 season with an 87–84 win over top-ranked Nova Southeastern, a result that helped move the Sailfish men’s basketball team through a strong midseason stretch. The upset marked a turning point for Palm Beach Atlantic, which followed the win with consecutive victories that improved its overall record as the season progressed. The Sailfish have shown increased co
Erika Tavarez
Feb 122 min read


PBA softball volunteers at Miracle League
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. - The PBA softball team stepped off their field and into a more meaningful role, volunteering with the Miracle League in Palm Beach Gardens at the Garden Park field. What started as a simple day of community service quickly turned into an experience that impacted both the players and the children they worked with. The event brought together members of the softball team and children with special needs for a day of baseball, laughter and connection. The
Aliya Navarro
Feb 12 min read


PBA soccer team shines this season with trophy victory
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. — Palm Beach Atlantic’s soccer team is having a strong season, finishing as Sunshine State Conference regular-season champions with an undefeated record. The team is currently ranked No. 2 in the nation, marking one of the program’s most competitive runs in recent years. They are hosting the next couple of games, which will be played on PBA’s soccer field, giving this team an advantage. This success comes during a notable year for the Sunshine State Conf
Erika Tavarez
Dec 7, 20252 min read


Pedal power: The largest BMX track in Florida
The only bicycle motocross (BMX) track in Palm Beach County began as a simple dirt course built by parents for their kids and has grown into the largest BMX track in Florida and the nation. Open to the public, Okeeheelee BMX aims to create a family-friendly environment for anyone interested in the sport. From the 1970s to the early 1980s, the only BMX tracks in Florida were located in Miami and Broward County. There are currently 15 BMX race tracks in Florida, making it one
Eden Yacovetti
Oct 24, 20252 min read


Students devote time out of busy schedule to a time-honored school tradition
2024 Sailfish Cup winners celebrate their victory. Photo credit: Wilma Ritzén Sailfish Cup, an Olympic-style set of games, has become a...
Hedda Jarhall
Feb 21, 20243 min read


Palm Beach takes steps toward breast cancer awareness
The starting line of Making Strides of Palm Beach County. Photo Credit: Lindsay Bennett October brings awareness to the 29,560 people...
The Beacon Today
Nov 11, 20233 min read


Sailfish Men's Golf: On par for success
Photo Credit: Cole Helman How about those Sailfish? With their recent victory in the Jay Jennison tournament, the Palm Beach Atlantic...
Jake Swad
Oct 10, 20232 min read


Running organization builds girls' self-confidence
Photo Credit: Girls on the Run Girls on the Run is a national nonprofit organization designed to build girls' self-worth and help them...
Anna Hanstveit
Sep 27, 20233 min read


New club helps eSports find its place on PBA campus
Designated eSports area on PBA campus. Photo Credit: Alisa Koryagina Palm Beach Atlantic University started the new school year with...
Alisa Koryagina
Sep 26, 20233 min read


The 2022 FIFA World Cup excites fans, shocks world with controversy
One day into the World Cup, many different political issues surfaced, causing major upsets among fans and teams. The World Cup started on...
The Beacon Today
Jan 10, 20232 min read
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