Polk, Manatee and Hillsborough school officials will delay fall sports
Three counties in Tampa Bay announced Tuesday a delay in fall sports when school starts back.
Despite advisor's suggestions, high school sports in Florida cleared to start
The meeting began with an update from Mayo Clinic's Dr. Jennifer Maynard, who was part of the board’s Sports Medicine Advisory Committee. Dr. Maynard presented three key recommendations from the committee, all of which the board declined to adopt as policy.
Shed fire destroys Northwest Tampa Lacrosse team's gear, including special COVID-19 face shields
Early Sunday morning, the Northwest Tampa Lacrosse community suffered a devastating setback when their equipment shed at North Lakes Sports Complex in Hillsborough County caught fire, destroying everything inside. The shed was filled with thousands of dollars in lacrosse equipment and priceless memories in the form of team photos.
Pinellas school leaders delay next phase for student-athletes' summer workouts
The Pinellas County School District was supposed to kick off Phase Three of their summer conditioning and workout plan for their athletes on Monday, however, out of an abundance of caution, the district has now said they plan to stay in Phase Two.
Gaither Cowboys ready to hand opponents double trouble
Jordan Young is one of Tampa Bay's top high school football cornerback recruits. For his senior year, Young has made the jump from Jesuit -- transferring to Gaither High to join the Bay Area's other top-ranked cornerback, Jordan Oladokun.
Transfers could lead Carrollwood Day football to complete turnaround
Carrollwood Day's head coach Mark Jones has never had this much talent to work with. The former Bucs receiver is heading into his fifth year with CDS with field full of game-changers, including a half-dozen transfers.
High schools push ahead for fall football amid pandemic
High schools across the country are trying to figure out how and when students will return to classrooms this fall.
First phase of 'return to play' guidelines begins for Pinellas County student-athletes
Athletes in the Pinellas County School District were able to return to the field Monday as the district kicked off summer practices. School officials have implemented a three-phase plan along with numerous guidelines in order to make sure their athletes and coaches are staying safe during the pandemic.
Martin Gramatica leads youth soccer teams back to the practice fields
You can hear the excitement in former Bucs kicker Martin Gramatica's voice. After three months without being able to coach his two soccer teams at Florida Premier FC, he couldn't get to the field fast enough when Pasco County re-opened the fields.
Gronkowski, Buccaneers to replace football gear lost in Blake High shed fire
A fire inside a shed at Blake High School destroyed nearly all of the football team’s equipment, but the newest Tampa Bay Buccaneer is stepping up to help.
Big changes for Hillsborough High School's football program
Next week, student-athletes across Hillsborough County will be allowed out of quarantine and back on the practice fields. Every county has different return dates, but all will be cleared to return by July 1.
Seffner Christian's Michael Trigg is all about football, basketball and BBQ
Seffner Christian's Michael Trigg is facing a lot of choices. This 6-foot-four, 235-pound high school athlete has his pick from top universities in two different sports: football and basketball.
Justin Strnad's journey takes him from East Lake High School to the NFL
Hall of Famer John Elway welcomed him to the Broncos. Future Hall of Famer Von Miller welcomed him to the Broncos’ linebacker group. For former East High School football standout Justin Strnad, it has been a terrific two weeks.
Jesuit baseball devastated after FHSAA cancels spring season
The FHSAA gave high school spring teams like Jesuit baseball a glimmer of hope three weeks ago.
Gaither quarterback Kiael Kelly getting recruited virtually
Instead of enjoying this spring getting to know his new teammates at Gaither High School, Kiael Kelly, the son of former Tampa Catholic and Miami Hurricane star Kenny Kelly, works on his game with his brother and quarterback coach, CJ Bennett.
State agency officially calls off high school spring sports
The Florida High School Athletics Association is pulling the plug on the spring sports season, according to a statement the organization released Monday.
High school athletes still prepping for college, despite COVID-19 closures
Spring sports at high schools across the country are at a standstill, which means college recruiting is taking a hit, too.
FHSAA gives glimmer of hope to Jesuit Baseball, other spring sports
Hope was something Tampa Jesuit baseball had an abundance of just a few weeks ago.
Coronavirus shutdown delays spring football; may impact fall season
The Florida High School Athletic Association has come out today with the first decision in two weeks regarding all spring sports. They have extended the shutdown until at least until May 3, holding out hope that they can still salvage some spring games.
Strawberry Crest cheer team wins school's first national championship
The varsity cheer squad at Strawberry Crest High School has a lot to celebrate. The team just won the school's first cheerleading national championship.


















