West Orange girls lax bests Horizon

ROBERT L. BURNETT.

DIED MARCH 2, 2023.

Robert L. Burnett passed on March 2, 2023. He is survived by his wife, Wendy, and his sons, Chris and Brett Michael.

Rob was born in Orlando and lived in Windermere and Winter Garden. He attended Lakeview High School and USF, where he earned his degree in mechanical engineering.

He was a longtime business owner in Winter Garden until his retirement. As an instructor at Palm Construction School, he touched many lives, and he will be truly missed.

The West Orange High School girls varsity lacrosse team defeated Horizon High School 17-2 Friday, March 3, during a nondistrict game. This was the second time in the history of Hawks Nation the two teams faced each other. The Lady Hawks currently hold 6-2 overall season record, while the Lady Warriors have started 7-2. Horizon is scheduled to host Edgewater for a non-district game at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, March 7. West Orange is set to host the Windermere Wolverines for a district game at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, March 8.