Lost
Sentimental
Lost sports equipment bag in Ocala, FL
Bleachers outside Ocala Soccer Complex
Lost
listing
Posted
8 days
ago
Description
I lost equipment for various sports after an evening practice at the Ocala Soccer Complex on Tuesday around 6:30 p.m. The bag is black with a bright yellow stripe and my initials on the tag. Inside are shin guards, a well-worn basketball, two tennis rackets, and a small padlock—items I use for multiple teams and formats. I'm anxious because this gear represents months of training, late-night conditioning, and shared laughs with teammates. If you found it lying by the bleachers near the entrance to Silver Springs State Park, I’d really appreciate you keeping it safe.
Approximate last-seen location
Bleachers outside Ocala Soccer Complex
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