While Oxbridge trails just Pine Crest (-2) -- the very same who bested all Palm Beach County teams at regionals -- they've shot par as a team to place them just two shots outside the lead.

Founded in 2011 by philanthropist William I. Koch, Oxbridge Academy is a private, college preparatory school for students in grades 6 to 12.

Alexandra Phung, the younger Phung sister, scored a 142, highest on the Owls and good for 10th place overall among state individuals. Kayla Bryant shot a 144, the 17th best individual mark.

Oxbridge Academy offensive coordinator Jonathan King reflects on the program's return in 2023. He was a coach on the team during the 2017 season. "Support is here," he said.

Bridget and Bill Koch 's ocean-to-lake home was the setting for an evening to benefit Oxbridge Academy. The "Spring Soirée" took place March 4. More Palm Beach society news here.

Oxbridge Academy, which hasn't fielded a program since 2017 but returned with a junior varsity program last season, will play in the SSAC conference. Oxbridge has nearly 60 kids at pre-season ...