Chokeslams & Cheeseheads: Paul Wight & Donovan Jennings
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Things get supersized this week as Paul Wight and Green Bay Packer Donovan Jennings join the “Big Show”. Plus a breakdown of the U.S. World Cup heartbreak, the Kelce-Swift nuptials, the Bears' stadium saga, and face off in a World Cup trivia showdown

Evan Longoria jersey retirement brings late Don Zimmer's family to the field

Tampa Bay Rays legend Evan Longoria will permanently take his place among franchise icons Sunday when the team officially retires his No. 3 jersey at Tropicana Field.

Reclassing trend gives ‘unfair disadvantage’
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A Bay Area teen is looking to change the practice of reclassing, which is when a student repeats the eighth grade, so they are bigger and stronger to play sports in high school. FOX 13’s Mark Skol Jr. reports. 

FIFA boss faces calls for investigation over Trump contact in red card reversal

European lawmakers are mobilizing to probe FIFA President Gianni Infantino after an unprecedented reversal of a World Cup suspension for U.S. striker Folarin Balogun.

US-Belgium was the most-watched soccer telecast in US history

The latest host-nation game between the United States and Belgium in the round of 16 was a hot ticket for fans and TV ratings, turning the broadcast into a ratings demon that now stands as the most-watched soccer telecast in U.S. history. 

FIFA probes incident between IShowSpeed and fan during World Cup

FIFA said it is investigating an incident involving streamer and YouTuber IShowSpeed and a fan in the stands during Friday's World Cup match between Argentina and Cape Verde.

Safety Harbor Little League season could be impacted by aging lights at city park

Safety Harbor city leaders are rushing to secure a temporary fix for dimming sports lights at Safety Harbor City Park before the youth baseball season faces major scheduling conflicts this August.

2 US soccer staff members suspended for Belgium game

While Folarin Balogun’s red-card suspension may have been lifted prior to the U.S. men’s soccer team’s eventual loss to Belgium on Monday night, two of the club’s staff members were not as fortunate. 

Oleg Kulebiakin dreams of return to Tampa
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The Lightning may have seen their development camp come to a close last week, bur for their top pick in 2026 -- Oleg Kulebiakin -- he dreams of returning to Tampa very soon. FOX 13's Sean Barie reports. 

Over 600 drones have now been seized near World Cup sites

More than 600 drones have been seized near FIFA World Cup venues since the tournament began, according to the TSA.

Bucknell ex-coach charged after football player’s death

A former strength and conditioning coach at Bucknell University faces multiple charges, including felony aggravated hazing and reckless endangerment in the death of a football player who collapsed during training.

Late Dallas Cowboys DE Marshawn Kneeland diagnosed with CTE

Researchers at Boston University diagnosed former Dallas Cowboys defensive end Marshawn Kneeland with Stage 1 CTE following his death by suicide in North Texas last November.

Tampa Bay Rowdies stadium packed for World Cup watch party

A high-energy World Cup run ended in heartbreak Monday night as the U.S. men's national team fell 4-1 to Belgium, wrapping up an emotional evening for hundreds of fans at Al Lang Stadium.

Rays return home
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The Tampa Bay Rays are playing in the second to last series before the All Start break hits. FOX 13’s Sean Barie reports. 

Kerr Kriisa, former NCAA basketball star, arrested for alleged fraud scheme

Former college basketball player Kerr Kriisa has been accused of fraudulently obtaining nearly $2.2 million from two victims. Here's what to know.

The FIFA rule that allowed Balogun to play despite red card

U.S. striker Folarin Balogun will be available for the team’s Monday World Cup match against Belgium after FIFA suspended his automatic one-game ban—originally issued after a controversial red card in the Round of 32.

Chess federation suspends Kramnik for public cheating allegations against Daniel Naroditsky

The International Chess Federation (FIDE) has suspended former world champion Vladimir Kramnik for at least one year after determining that he repeatedly made unsubstantiated public allegations of cheating against several players.

FIFA makes final ruling on US soccer star Folarin Balogun's controversial red card suspension

The United States Men's National Team is coming off of a massive victory on Wednesday night over Bosnia and Herzegovina, but there is a big cloud hanging over them for the next match against Belgium.

Rams legend LeRoy Irvin, 2-time All-Pro cornerback, dead at 68

Los Angeles Rams cornerback Leroy Irvin was named first-team All-Pro in 1981 after recording three interceptions, two forced fumbles and three fumble recoveries in 16 NFL games.