Tebow headlines Fla. prom for teens with special needs

Former quarterback Tim Tebow was the star attraction at a prom held for teenagers and young adults with special needs in Daytona Beach, Florida.  

Rays re-tool for 2017, as well as future success

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (AP) - The goal of playing meaningful games in September and beyond remains the same for the cost-conscious Tampa Bay Rays, who feel a busy offseason has improved their chances of contending for a postseason berth. Escaping the basement in the AL East won't be easy, especially after trading left-handed pitcher Drew Smyly and lead-off man Logan Forsythe, however general...

Lightning send Jets to 4th straight loss with 4-1 victory

WINNIPEG, Manitoba (AP) - Jonathan Drouin will probably see himself on some highlight segments during the next few days. The Tampa Bay forward made a slick pass to set up a goal by rookie Brayden Point in the Lightning's 4-1 victory over the Winnipeg Jets on Saturday night.

Florida lawmakers support naming road after Arnold Palmer

The Florida House Transportation & Infrastructure Subcommittee on Wednesday unanimously backed a proposal (HB 225) that would designate a stretch of State Road 408 (the East-West Expressway) in Orlando after World Golf Hall of Fame member Arnold Palmer, who died in September at age 87.

Little League World Series inspired USF player to dream big

It's been nine years since USF's Kevin Merrell made a trip to the Little League World Series. It was a time in his life that he thinks about often.

Texas Rangers conduct search for Tom Brady's missing jersey

Lieuteant Governor Dan Patrick has requested that the Texas Rangers assist the Houston Police Department in the search for Super Bowl LI champion quarterback Tom Brady's jersey, which was stolen from the New England Patriots' locker room at NRG Stadium in Houston on Sunday night. 

Rays pack up for Port Charlotte

Spring Training is fast approaching. This year in the MLB, teams will begin their season about a week earlier than they did in 2016. Rays pitchers and catchers report February 13.

Historic comeback gives New England 34-28 victory over Atlanta in Super Bowl LI

Two weeks of buildup and excitement will culminate Sunday, as the Atlanta Falcons square off with the New England Patriots in Super Bowl LI at NRG Stadium in Houston. The NFL title game pits one of the league's marquee franchises against one that was long known for futility. The Falcons are making only their second Super Bowl appearance. On the other sideline, the Patriots are making their...

President Trump predicts 8-point Patriots win over Falcons in Super Bowl

President Donald Trump sat down for a pre-game Super Bowl interview with Fox News’ Bill O’Reilly in what has become a yearly tradition with the network hosting the Super Bowl. When asked for his prediction for the big game, Trump said he thinks the New England Patriots will defeat the Atlanta Falcons in Super Bowl LI.

Bolts Street Team puts street hockey on school's curriculum

Some lucky students in Manatee County learned how to play in the streets, from some of the best on the ice. 

Stone has 2 goals, assist as Senators beat Lightning 5-2

TAMPA, Fla. (AP) - Guy Boucher's return to the Tampa Bay area was a good one thanks to an Ottawa Senators victory. Mark Stone had two goals and an assist, Mike Condon made 19 saves and the Senators beat the Tampa Bay Lightning 5-2 on Thursday night. Boucher, the Senators' coach, was behind the bench in Tampa for the first time since being fired by the Lightning midway through the...

How to sound like an NFL fan while watching the Super Bowl

If you're among the millions of people who watch precisely one NFL game each year, yet want to sound like a real football fan during Sunday's Super Bowl, The Associated Press has you covered.

Lakeland recruit: 'I have to take responsibility' for tweet

The dreams of a Lakeland High School football star have been dashed by a run-in with the law and the tweet that followed.

FOX NFL Crew Gears up for Super Bowl Sunday

Super Bowl LI marks the network's eighth time the show will be broadcast on FOX.   And network executives have lots of exciting  things in store for viewers--including a device that will give viewers a virtual access from inside the player's helmet. 

Chara nets go-ahead goal in 3rd, Bruins beat Lightning 4-3

TAMPA, Fla. (AP) - The Boston Bruins and Tampa Bay Lightning are heading in different directions in the Atlantic Division.

High school football recruits must first make the grade

National signing day is the one of the biggest highlights for a high school football player. It's huge payoff for four years of hard work, but not everyone that plays the game is going to be rewarded for playing the game.

Former Rays player Sean Rodriguez involved in deadly crash

Former Tampa Bay Rays player Sean Rodriguez and his family are recovering after a crash that left one man dead over the weekend.