Lightning's Namestnikov making his name known

When the Lightning drafted Vladislav Namestnikov number one in 2011, not many could even correctly pronounce his name.

Special fan scores memorable touchdown

It was a memorable night for football players and fans attending a game Thursday in Albany, Louisiana.

Bishop, Killorn key 2-1 Lightning win over Sabres

Kristen Bury, the mother of Chance Walsh, attended her first appearance in a Sarasota county court at 9:00 a.m. this morning.

Winston, Buccaneers feel good about direction they're headed

TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — Jameis Winston trusts the Tampa Bay Buccaneers know what's best for him. That includes being more of a game manager than freewheeling passer as he learns how to play quarterback in the NFL. Five games into his rookie season, the 2013 Heisman Trophy winner has already suffered three times as many losses as he did during his entire college career.

Motorbike rider becomes world's first paraplegic to complete backflip on motorbike

In January 2014, motorbike rider Bruce Cook attempted one of the most difficult feats, a back flip, at the Nitro Circus, an action sports event in Canada.

FOX 13 Pep Rally: Lennard High School

Students got rowdy and riled during another FOX 13 Pep Rally, this time at Lennard High School in Ruskin. 

Spezza has big goal, Stars beat Lightning 5-3

TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — Jason Spezza is on an offensive roll. Spezza scored a momentum-shifting goal in the third period and had an assist as the Dallas Stars beat the Tampa Bay Lightning 5-3 on Thursday night. "Jason is pretty hot right now," said Dallas goalie Kari Lehtonen, who made 30 saves. Dallas also got goals from Tyler Seguin, Jamie Benn, Cody Eakin and Jason Demers. Steven Stamkos had two goals and an assist for the Lightning.

Bucs' Doug Martin is on a mission

In his first year Doug Martin set high standards breaking team records on his way to a Pro Bowl season.

Gainesville reacts to Spurrier's resignation from South Carolina

It takes some pretty big accomplishments to have your own statue on campus at the University of Florida. Steve Spurrier's part of that elite group. "Well, he's a great guy,” said close friend of Spurrier's and Voice of the Gators Mick Hubert with a smile.

Zetterberg lifts Red Wings to 3-1 win over Lightning

Henrik Zetterberg had a goal and an assist and Jimmy Howard made 20 saves to help the Detroit Red Wings beat the Tampa Bay Lightning 3-1 Tuesday night.

Former NBA star Odom found unconscious at Nevada brothel

Authorities say former NBA and reality TV star Lamar Odom has been hospitalized after he was found unconscious at a Nevada brothel.

Spurrier resigns, takes blame for South Carolina's slide

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Steve Spurrier said Tuesday that he made the decision to resign as South Carolina's head coach because the team was heading in the wrong direction. "We've slipped. It's my fault. I'm the head coach," he told a news conference. Spurrier said he started really thinking about resigning Sunday morning, spoke to South Carolina athletics director Ray Tanner that afternoon and told his team on Monday night that he was stepping down, effective immediately.

Stamkos earns 500th point in Lightning's 6-3 win over Bruins

Steven Stamkos scored his 500th career point with a tiebreaking power-play goal that sent the Tampa Bay Lightning to a 6-3 win over the Bruins on Monday afternoon.

Man with cerebral palsy and cancer receives blue belt in jiu-jitsu

Ian Matuszak, a 20-year-old from Westbury, has cerebral palsy. It is a debilitating disease that impacts the lives of millions of people. he was also recently diagnosed with cancer. On Saturday, October 3rd, in front of around 200 people, Ian was given his blue belt in Brazilian jiu-jitsu.

Bucs beat Jaguars, end 11-game home losing streak

Tampa Bay ended a puzzling stretch of futility at home, while also prolonging Jacksonville's misery on the road. Doug Martin ran for 123 yards and three touchdowns Sunday, helping rookie Jameis Winston rebound from the worst performance of his pro career and lead the Buccaneers to a 38-31 victory over the mistake-prone Jaguars.  

Bucs, Dolphins, Jags already falling short of expectations

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. (AP) — Things were supposed to be different in the Sunshine State this season. — The Tampa Bay Buccaneers drafted quarterback Jameis Winston with the top pick, getting a Heisman Trophy winner and collegiate national champion. — The Miami Dolphins signed defensive tackle Ndamukong Suh to a six-year, $114 million contract, landing the top free agent on the market.