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Plant City para archer qualifies for Paralympics after surviving brutal attack
PLANT CITY, Fla. - When we first met the unstoppable Tracy Otto in April 2023, she was determined to qualify for the paralympic archery team. She’s the survivor of a brutal attack at the hands of an ex-boyfriend, but she fought through her injuries, proving the impossible is possible.
Plant High School alum selected in first round of MLB Draft
ARLINGTON, Texas — Tampa is home to a top-10 MLB draft pick. The Kansas City Royals selected Jac Caglianone with the sixth overall pick on Sunday night. The two-way player was a star at Plant High School before becoming one of the best players in Florida Gators baseball history with pitching and hitting prowess.
City of Tampa’s weekly camp teaching kids how to skateboard
TAMPA, Fla. - At the City of Tampa’s weekly skate camps, instructors hope to build confidence in the skaters, many of whom are stepping onto a skateboard for the first time. "We take kids who have never been on a board and kids who have skated for a couple of years, and we just try and push them to do new things," skate instructor Maurice Williams said.
Tampa Bay produces top skiers, puts on quite a show
CARROLLWOOD — It’s a family-made pyramid scheme. These skiers build pyramids behind moving boats. And with the Tampa Bay Water Ski Show Team — which has been thrilling area audiences for more than 40 years — performance water skiing tends to run in the family. “We...
Tampa vet trains for National Veterans Wheelchair Games
TAMPA, Fla. — 19 Tampa-area veterans will represent the community at the National Veterans Wheelchair Games in New Orleans July 25 to 30. U.S. Army veteran Malika Montgomery will be competing for the first time in the 2024 games. “I’m involved in shot put and discus, softball, pickleball, nine...
Pickleball pops up at Sparkman Wharf
TAMPA, Fla. - Pickleball courts have popped up for a brief time at Sparkman Wharf in Tampa. For four days, experienced and beginner picklers can play pickleball for free. The pop-up pickleball event touts itself as an opportunity to match up, meet fellow players, and enjoy the waterfront atmosphere. All...
Rough Week Ahead As Heat Returns
Our hot, steamy weather returns for the start of another week with a good chance for showers and thunderstorms. Those storms not only delayed a lot of weekend events, but we also had the outright cancellation of the Morgan Wallen concert Friday night at Raymond James Stadium due to illness. That event has been rescheduled for October 4th.
Pickle your fancy this week at Water Street Tampa's pickleball pop up
Pickleballers of all experience levels can dill-y dally at Sparkman Wharf this week.State of play: At Water Street and Tampa Pickleball Crew's free three-part pickleball event series, you can dink on four waterside courts with complimentary paddles and balls.Beginners can get professional assistance and tips to better their game from Tampa Pickleball Crew instructors.Details: The first pop-up of the series starts Tuesday with play available anytime between 9am and 9pm through Thursday.Beginner hours are 9-11am and 5-7pm.What's ahead: The series continues August 13-16 and September 9-12.
TJ Speed Seeking Success in Toronto
PITTSBORO, Ind. – USF Pro 2000 Presented by Continental Tire travels to Canada this weekend for the penultimate event weekend of the season on the Streets of Toronto. After a tough weekend in Ohio, TJ Speed Motorsports is looking for success in Rounds 15 and 16 of the championship, bringing a driver lineup of Liam Sceats and Cooper Becklin.
Rogers Park Golf Course driving range in Tampa gets technological upgrade
TAMPA — The latest phase of the profound facelift performed at Rogers Park Golf Course in recent years has been completed. The newest tuck is steeped in technology. Starting Monday, golfers at the East Tampa municipal course can try out the Toptracer Range, a cutting-edge virtual system that tracks a ball’s flight, displays its path in real time and offers instant feedback on speed, launch angle and more. T.J. Heidel, the course’s senior director of golf, said the system employs the same technology as Topgolf.
Women's Soccer: Lakewood Ranch's Erika Tymrak leading Tampa Bay Sun FC of USL Super League
The next stop on Erika Tymrak’s soccer journey isn’t too far from home. Tymrak, the National Women’s Soccer League veteran and Lakewood Ranch native, was one of the first three signees to Tampa Sun FC. The club is one of eight teams that are a part of the USL Super League, a new professional women's soccer league that is set to begin its inaugural season in August.
Western Mass Pioneers' Alec Hughes wins 2024 Golden Boot
Tampa, Fla. – United Soccer League announced on Monday that Western Mass Pioneers forward Alec Hughes has won the 2024 League Two Golden Boot, awarded to the player that scored the most goals in the 2024 season. Hughes scored 16 goals in 13 matches, leading Western Mass Pioneers to...
2024 Alabama Football Opponents: South Florida, Vanderbilt and South Carolina
Continuing a preview of 2024 Alabama Football regular season opponents includes three teams that the Crimson Tide should beat, with ease. Combined USF, Vandy, and South Carolina are not likely to produce more than 20 wins. This is the second in a series of posts in which the Crimson Tide's...
UT Spartans Women's Lacrosse team basking in national championship glory
TAMPA, Fla. - This summer has been a season of celebration for the Spartans Women's Lacrosse coach Kelly Gallagher. She is basking in the glory of her first national title and the rewards that come with it. Gallagher and her staff also earned the Division II staff of the year...
UNC Baseball: Alberto Osuna announces his transfer destination
Alberto Osuna wasn't able to return to the UNC baseball program due to him exhausting his Division I eligibility, but his collegiate career isn't over just yet. After entering the transfer portal, Osuna has found a new home, as he'll take his talents to Tampa to close out his college career.
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