Sebastian Jimenez Returns Home | Gainesville News

Gainesville News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Sep 4, 2026 · 1m

Sebastian Jimenez, a standout 17-year-old athlete from Gainesville High, and his mom are finally coming home after being detained by ICE for over a month — but their journey back is just the beginning. Fleeing Venezuela a decade ago on a legal visa, they applied for asylum when their status expired, and Sebastian has since become a beloved star on the field and in the classroom. His coach, Ashour Peera, praised his bright spirit and called for community solidarity, especially in education. While ICE remains tight-lipped, local leaders hope for a swift, lawful resolution. A GoFundMe has been…