Bucs Losing a coach and a neighbor [Times photo: Toni L. Sandys] Man of faith. Selfless friend. Caring father. In the community, Tony Dungy is known for things far more important than football. Hurdle to Parcells is cleared Bucs agree to build practice facility for likely coach and acknowledge contacting his agent. What they're saying about Bill Parcells Dungy departs with grace, not rancor Outgoing coach reflects on the good in his six seasons and doesn't criticize the men who fired him. Dungy seeking a Bucs-like fit Coach might find ideal match with Colts and may interview next week. Bucs question and answer Gimme five McKay holds his ground Bucs GM still has job, but acknowledges things could change. Kicker had a run-in on sideline ABC doesn't report, won't comment on cause of Martin Gramatica's injury.

Lightning
Big relief found with goaltender and goals
LIGHTNING 5, DEVILS 4 (OT): Khabibulin comes in for 20 late saves; Ciger scores three.

NFL
Chicago's Thomas is top rookie on offense
The second-round draft pick outpoints LaDainian Tomlinson, San Diego's first-rounder.

Spurrier talks great game in 1st Redskins appearance
ASHBURN, Va. -- Steve Spurrier still will wear the visor. He still will yell at players, even though they're older. He still is going to run the Fun 'n' Gun offense, and he'll keep running up the score when he has a chance.

Colleges
Bulls lose at Memphis for sixth straight time
MEMPHIS 81, USF 62: B.B. Waldon goes scoreless and the Bulls shoot only 29 percent from the field.

Robinson looks at ups and downs of long layoff
Men's basketball coach Steve Robinson likens a scheduling quirk -- coming off an eight-day break at this stage of the season -- to a Catch-22.

Zook moves quickly to wrap up commitments
TAMPA -- When Ron Zook was hired Wednesday as football coach, he said he would "hit the ground running" in recruiting.

Kearse, Rutledge testify in Tank Black case
GAINESVILLE -- NFL players Jevon Kearse and Johnny Rutledge testified Tuesday that while in college agent William "Tank" Black gave them thousands of dollars so they would sign with Black's company after turning pro.

USF hit with 11th suit in bias case
The latest suit contains e-mailed photos depicting African-American players with racially stereotypical features, an attorney says.

Outdoors
Daily fishing report
While the weather has brought more favorable conditions, fishing for grouper still is hit and miss. A few inshore areas still have fish, but they are reluctant to eat. Perhaps this weekend's 70-degree weather will change that. An increase in water temperature also should help. Spend extra time at a particular spot. The bottom temperatures still are cool. Give the fish a chance to make their way to your hook. Chumming also can increase your chances.

Preps
Gaither forfeits three victories
The Cowboys used an ineligible player in wins against Sickles, Alonso and Leto this season.

Bucs continue tough season for Crusaders
TAMPA -- There's no getting around the fact Tampa Catholic and Berkeley Prep have records that, well ... stink.

Womack scores 2,000th career point
The Bayshore Christian senior becomes only the third county girl to reach the milestone.

Mosby rallies Hernando
BROOKSVILLE -- Her team trailing by two with time winding down in Tuesday's Gulf Coast Athletic Conference game against Central, Hernando's Bernice Mosby had one thought.

Gators finally bite Rams, 47-44
LAND O'LAKES -- Rachel Rogala was tired of being a part of history. Tuesday night, the Land O'Lakes senior point guard made some of her own.

Wildcats run past Mustangs
Mitchell can't keep up with Wesley Chapel's fast pace in a 70-58 SAC defeat.

Panthers can't overcome Gryphons' early goals
TAMPA -- After defeating Plant 5-1 earlier this season, Sickles didn't waste any time setting the tone in Tuesday's rematch.