Hubert Mizell
Looking for that perfect fit
TAMPA -- This time Tony Dungy got no prompting from upstairs. No nudge from his GM. No family push.
NFL
Revived Upshaw feels at home with Raiders
Former Bucs defensive end embraces his new start.
Fassel not troubled by offense
The Giants offense provided only two field goals against the Eagles in Sunday's divisional playoff game, and coach Jim Fassel knows that won't be enough to contend with high-scoring Minnesota in Sunday's NFC Championship Game.
Walsh's influence extensive
It has been a long time since Bill Walsh walked the NFL sidelines, but in a way, he will be around for Super Bowl XXXV.
Birk steps right in at center for Vikings
In his first season as a starter, he replaces Jeff Christy well enough to join him in the Pro Bowl.
NFL roundup
Turner winds up in San Diego
Lightning/NHL
A desire to teach; an emphasis on play
New coach John Tortorella wants the Lightning to learn and have fun in the game.
Tonight: Lightning at Maple Leafs
WHEN/WHERE: 7:30; Air Canada Centre, Toronto.
NHL roundup
Belfour returns to Stars
Devil Rays
Rays look at Grieve as building block
Coming out of high school, Ben Grieve was considered one of the greatest prep hitters in recent history. Coming through the minor leagues, he was considered a can't-miss prospect. Coming up with the A's, he was considered a blossoming star.
Colleges
Tonight: USF at Charlotte
WHEN/WHERE: 7:30; Halton Arena, Charlotte, N.C.
Tonight: No. 7 UF at Mississippi State
WHEN/WHERE: 8; Humphrey Coliseum, Starkville, Miss.
Center's offense provides unexpected boost
When Florida State women's basketball coach Sue Semrau recruited Levys Torres, she was told to expect plenty of rebounds and blocks.
Another setback: Bad back benches Dupay
The X-ray pile is growing and the roster shrinking for Florida's nationally ranked men's basketball team, which learned Tuesday that shooting guard Teddy Dupay has a herniated disc in his lower back.
Greenberg looks to football title for basketball lesson
TAMPA -- When South Florida men's basketball coach Seth Greenberg finished watching the Oklahoma-Florida State football game last week, he thought he had a great example for his players:
College football roundup
Carter will leave UGA for NFL
Outdoors
Captain's corner
The recent rough seas and dirty water put everyone back to square one when it came to keeping up with fish movement.
Et cetera
Sports in brief
Navratilova will give doubles another shot
Basketball roundup
Spurs crush Magic
Preps
Dynamic duo propels Leopards
LECANTO -- Lecanto knew what it had to do to pick up its fifth win Tuesday. Stop Bernice Mosby and Stephanie Freeman, and you stop Hernando.
Surprise! Tarpon Springs remains unbeaten
Usually when a team loses 10 wrestlers to graduation, three more for disciplinary reasons and has just two returning seniors (Jesse Lane at 145 pounds and Michael Johnson at 189), the chances for an undefeated dual season are grim.
Slumping Rams freeze in fourth
NEW PORT RICHEY -- Two teams passed like ships in the night Tuesday. One sailing toward the future, the other left wondering where all the water is coming from.
Upset bug stings PHU once again
VALRICO -- Bloomingdale wasn't looking for national attention, but it might get some after upsetting top-ranked Palm Harbor U. 2-1 in a Class 4A, District 7 game Tuesday.
Shark, Terrier named all-state
Riverview running back Avious Steadman was named to the Class 4A All-State first team, and Hillsborough linebacker Andra Hoston was named to the 5A All-State first team.
Bulls stun nation's top team
VALRICO -- Bloomingdale wasn't looking for national attention, but it might get some after upsetting top-ranked Palm Harbor U. 2-1 in a Class 4A, District 7 game Tuesday.
Dragons can rest easy after win
TAMPA -- More than an important district victory was at stake when Jefferson took the floor for the third quarter Tuesday against Jesuit.
