Lightning
Wounded club makes pieces fit
LIGHTNING 4, SHARKS 2: Injury-riddled Tampa Bay goes on attack to snap San Jose's win streak at 7.
Ciger finished with Lightning
TAMPA -- Three days after forward Zdeno Ciger left the bench during a game, general manager Jay Feaster said Friday the 32-year-old will not play again for the Lightning.
Bucs/NFL
Reidel, Spurrier reunite
Reidel Anthony signs with Redskins; Bucs focus on keeping top players content.
Coaches reaping seemingly unmatched riches
Franchises from the Redskins to Bucs pay top dollar for top talent.
Golf
One seeks first win, other seeks any win
Briny Baird's 66 leaves him two behind Ernie Els at the Genuity Championship.
Woods keen on greens
MIAMI -- There is little doubt Tiger Woods enjoys being back in Florida, where friendly putting surfaces are not leaving him frustrated on the greens.
Motorsports
Grand Am driver dies at Homestead
Jeff Clinton is killed during a practice run when his car flips multiple times.
As Unser shapes up, so do his 2002 prospects
The veteran has a new ride and carries about 20 fewer pounds.
Baseball
Sheffield believes he has found ideal partner
No longer asked to carry the load or lead in the clubhouse, the new Braves slugger feels relaxed and eager.
Around area camps
DUNEDIN -- A few more outings like Friday's start against Toronto and Yankees manager Joe Torre expects to see Orlando Hernandez's swagger back for good.
College basketball
UF eyes division title, tourney bye
Today's game is key for both the Gators and host Kentucky.
Not everyone likes Pac-10 tournament
For the first time since 1990, the Pac-10 won't be mentioned in the same sentence as the Ivy League.
Big 12 up, ACC down as selection day nears
With eight days left before Selection Sunday, conference tournaments are in full swing and teams are making a final push for a spot in the NCAA Tournament.
Today in college basketball
USF at Southern Miss
Tampa wins big, Eckerd also rolls in men's tourney
MELBOURNE -- Top-seeded Tampa overpowered No. 8 seed Florida Tech 75-61 and No. 2 Eckerd defeated No. 7 Saint Leo 84-76 Friday in the opening round of the men's conference tournament.
Preps
Sickles takes advantage of Jefferson's miscues
TAMPA -- Using a patient approach at the plate and the strong pitching of Chris Delaney, Sickles clobbered district rival Jefferson 10-0 in five innings Friday.
Northside, IRC seek history
After the best seasons in school history for Northside Christian and Indian Rocks Christian, someone is going to the Class A state semifinals for the first time.
Dragon named 4A's top player
Jefferson swingman Tarence Kinsey was named the Class 4A player of the year by the Florida Dairy Farmers Association.
Rams, Wildcats win Chasco titles
The Ridgewood girls and Wesley Chapel boys foreshadow good seasons.
Lakewood ready to quiet Kathleen
Most years, Dan Wright joins fellow coaches in Lakeland for the state championships. He shakes a few hands, catches up on old times and catches up with old friends.
Crystal River's Metz keeps Tigers hitless
CRYSTAL RIVER -- Crystal River coach Brent Hall believes his team is capable of competing for a state title.
Ninth Annual Senior Soccer Challenge
WHAT: Boys and girls all-star teams from Hillsborough and Pinellas counties face off.
Scholarships at stake at soccer all-star game
The Pinellas vs. Hillsborough Senior Soccer Challenge might be an exhibition, but there are plenty of incentives for the participants.
Tornado sparkplug ends career
LAKELAND -- Down by 20 with 1 minute, 41 seconds left in Clearwater's 76-51 state final defeat Friday to Hollywood South Broward, Tornadoes coach Tom Shaneyfelt officially threw in the towel.
Outdoors
Daily fishing report
Another cold front is upon us. This is a regular occurance during winter.
