Lightning rookie Nick Perbix fitting in nicely

This has been quite the year for Nick Perbix. It started with a spot on the US Olympic team, then came the culmination of his college career, quickly followed up with his pro hockey debut with the Syracuse Crunch in April. This October it got even better with a call-up to the Tampa Bay Lightning.

Catches, Cutters & Spitoons: Alexi Lalas
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This week on the NODPOD, a breakdown of the best catches in NFL history, the weirdest College Football Rivalry trophies and hidden beer tents in Qatar for the World Cup. Plus, a rocker & soccer conversation with USMNT legend Alexi Lalas. Also, a fun game of Blues singer or Baseball player.

USF men's soccer team ready for NCAA Tournament

It's hard to imagine that a team that failed to score a single goal in their first four games is now heading to the NCAA Tournament. But that is exactly how this season went for the USF men's soccer team. 

Set for the second season
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The USF men?s soccer team is playing in the NCAA Tournament Thursday night at home, but there was a time this team was unable to win a match

USFL moving Tampa Bay Bandits to Memphis
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The short-lived era of the USFL in Tampa is over, with the organization, owned by FOX, deciding to move the team to Memphis.

Former Hillsborough firefighter reignites passion for golf 

Patti Valero was once a firefighter and headed to the pros in bowling, but an crash changed the course of her life. Now she's a pro in the arena of inspiration.

For Pattie Valero, golf is a calling
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On her home golf course in Bloomingdale, Patti Valero is far removed from the night her life changed forever.

Tom Brady, Bucs beat Seahawks 21-16 in historic Germany game

Tom Brady stayed undefeated abroad by throwing two touchdown passes to help the Tampa Bay Buccaneers beat the Seattle Seahawks 21-16 on Sunday in the first regular-season game played in Germany.

Indian Rocks Christian cross-country rallies behind teammate to win gold

In front of their friends and family Friday, the members of the Indian Rocks Christian School cross-country team got their moment in the sun. The team was being honored at a pep rally after capturing their second straight state title a week ago. 

Birdies & Bratwurst: Brittany Lincicome and Sara Walsh
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On this week's NODPOD, Scott and Chris talk football coaching vacancies, the new rankings, and a crackdown on storming the field. Plus, two female powerhouses in the sports world. NFL Network reporter Sara Walsh talks about the trip to Germany for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers' vs the Seattle Seahawks. And 8-time LPGA major champion Brittany Lincicome continues to crush in her sport.

King High football embraces underdog roll as they head into first playoff game against Tampa Catholic

The Lions finished the regular season with three wins and seven losses but went undefeated in district play which earned them a spot in the state playoffs. They'll go up against Tampa Catholic in their first-round playoff game.

King of the underdogs
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Despite having three wins and seven losses the King Lion?s count this season as a monumental success as they try to rebuild the program.

More colleges join NFL study that uses mouthguard sensors to track head impacts

The NFL partnered with eight college football teams to have their players wear the devices to collect data on head impacts these athletes experience during games and practices.

Bucs have special glasses to avoid sleep deprivation in Germany

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are looking forward to an NFL first. They'll play in the first regular season game in Germany. 

Pelican Golf Club putting itself on the map
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Between the Pelican Women?s Championship and the Match, the Pelican Golf Club in Bellaire will have its fair share of golf royalty on its course.

Watch: Polish amputee scores spectacular bicycle kick goal

Marcin Oleksy, who has one of his legs amputated, scored the awesome goal during a match between Warta Poznan and Stal Rzeszow, both of which are teams in Poland’s top-flight league for amputee soccer players.

Kane cut on wrist by skate blade in Oilers' win vs Lightning

Edmonton forward Evander Kane left early in the second period of the Oilers' 3-2 win over the Tampa Bay Lightning after being cut on the left wrist by a skate blade Tuesday night.

NYC Marathon returns: Chebet, Lokedi of Kenya win in debuts

Evans Chebet of Kenya won the New York City Marathon men's race and Sharon Lokedi of Kenya won the women’s race Sunday, both of them making a splash in their debuts.