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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.
Jake Paul vs. Mike Perry: Exciting Showdown in Tampa with High Stakes
Jake Paul has chosen to proceed with his fight against Mike Perry, risking a potential showdown with Mike Tyson in November. The 200-pound catchweight bout will headline a DAZN pay-per-view event in Tampa, Florida, offering an intriguing matchup between Paul and the bareknuckle star. Paul's record: 9-1 with 6 KOs.
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.
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 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...
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...
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...
Ole Miss baseball adds third portal pitcher with Tampa transfer Alex Canney
Inside the Rebels has confirmed initial reports that Junior University of Tampa right-handed pitcher Alex Canney is the latest to join Ole Miss' 2024 transfer class. The 6-foot-1, 200-pound veteran was a 38-game starter across three seasons for the Spartans and now becomes first-year pitching coach Joel Mangrum's third transfer pitcher commitment.
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...
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.
The Scoop: Weds. July 17th, 2024 Tampa Bay and Florida headlines by WMNF
St. Pete City Council raises concerns in Rays deal over forgotten burial ground. WMNF’s Chris Young reports about the concerns over a forgotten burial ground under the proposed development of the new stadium. Florida lawmakers speak out against Trump’s attack on Saturday. Both Democratic and Republican lawmakers in...
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.
Gayle Guyardo tries Olympic Sport Climbing on Bloom TV
TAMPA (Bloom) – Rock climbing made its Olympic debut in 2021 in Tokyo and is set to be featured in this year’s games in Paris. Gayle Guyardo, the host of the nationally syndicated health and wellness show, Bloom, tries rock climbing with the help of Vertical Ventures fitness instructor Bryce Valdez.
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...
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