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U.S. Open
Sister showdown
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The Williamses, Venus and Serena, beat their semifinal opponents in straight sets to set up a family affair.
Roddick, Hewitt have new rivalry
NEW YORK -- They have met only three times, not 32. But after Thursday night's five-set match between Andy Roddick and Lleyton Hewitt, the talk was that it someday could be a rivalry to approach Pete Sampras-Andre Agassi.
American hopes on Sampras again
The No. 10 seed is the last U.S. player remaining in the nation's championship. |
Bucs
Short-handed Bucs get all their options in line
Early injuries cause juggling on offensive and defensive fronts.
New rule delivers an early dividend
TAMPA -- A new NFL rule that begins this season allows teams to declare their seven inactives for Sunday's games on the day of the game. In the past, teams had to name four inactives on Friday and three more on game day.
Colleges
Pitt pursues its lost luster
Once-proud Panthers, who host USF today, are slowly reversing long slide.
Gators declare Dupay ineligible
Senior guard, linked to a gambling investigation, blames himself for violating NCAA rules.
Both teams wish they had different game
GAINESVILLE -- Just call it the game almost nobody wants to play. Or even watch, for that matter.
Rutgers coach is motivation for Hurricanes
CORAL GABLES -- The only thing standing between Miami and a 2-0 record is a familiar face.
Expect FSU to keep reins tight on Rix
TALLAHASSEE -- Redshirt freshman quarterback Chris Rix has his proverbial license and has shown stellar potential behind the wheel of Florida State's offensive machine.
College football capsules
MORGAN STATE AT FLORIDA A&M
Surprising Fresno State may already be doomed
What appeared to be a brutal schedule could turn into a blessing for Fresno State.
Devil Rays
Hot A's pound Rays
Oakland proves it's playoff-ready in a 9-3 win over Tampa Bay.
Ex-Rays thrive, but McRae not surprised
OAKLAND, Calif. -- Vinny Castilla, enjoying a remarkable renaissance, is playing a key role in Houston's bid for the NL Central title. Albie Lopez has helped pitch Arizona to the NL West lead. Fred McGriff is trying to keep the Cubs atop the wild-card race. Gerald Williams is a reserve with the soon-to-be AL East champion Yankees.
Slump stumps Grieve
The Rays outfielder struggles to swing the bat aggressively.
Rays daily report
Outta rightfield
Outdoors
Captain's corner
Just when we thought it was safe to go back to light tackle, pack away the 4/0 reels and take the fighting belts off the boat, late-season tarpon continue to antagonize.
Motorsports
Mayfield's progress stalled
His No. 12 team has gone backward after offseason changes, and he's miffed.
Et cetera
New race arrives in town
Race director Fred Sommer filling spots after a shift from Clermont to St. Petersburg.
Preps
Dragons blow away Hawks
Josh Balloon and Matt Glavich each score three touchdowns in a 63-0 rout, handing Armwood the worst defeat in its 16-year history.
Marshall show sparks Tarpon
TARPON SPRINGS -- It is a cardinal rule of special teams -- never field a punt inside your 10-yard line.
Vikings overcome miscues, Rebels
Despite giving up a kickoff return for a touchdown and a blocked punt, Northeast overpowers Dixie Hollins 27-16.
Hillsborough clobbers Robinson 39-7
TAMPA -- Robinson's Kwane Doster is the man.
Sharks survive thrilling shootout
Chamberlain scores late, but can't hold off Avious Steadman and Riverview.
Missed conversion costly as Tech nips King in overtime
TAMPA -- There were plenty of pre-game dramatics surrounding Tampa Bay Tech and King on Friday night at Bill Stewart Stadium.
Moody rushes onto scene in 21-12 Zephyrhills win
The running back shows he has recovered from an ankle injury with a strong second-half performance.
Wesley Chapel growing up in a hurry
In rapid fashion, the Wildcats best Sunshine Athletic Conference foe River Ridge 39-0 to improve to 2-0.
Pirate power spoils Mitchell home opener
NEW PORT RICHEY -- A banner taped to the Mitchell Stadium fence before the team's inaugural varsity home opener read: The tradition begins.
Crystal River rolls to win
CRYSTAL RIVER -- The plan was to get a simple yard and a first down.
Leopards drive past Hurricanes
INVERNESS -- Reports of Hernando's demise were a bit premature.
Marauders win shocker 14-6
CCC stuns three-time defending state champion Tallahassee North Florida Christian.
Gaither kicks Plant City 14-12
Penalties and missed extra points prove costly for the Raiders and the Cowboys take advantage.
Lecanto emphatically ends skid
BROOKSVILLE -- If there's a better way to end a 13-game losing streak, Dick Slack doesn't know of one.
Bucs block kick, thwart Rams' rally
NEW PORT RICHEY -- Ridgewood thrilled its home crowd Friday by rallying for two fourth-quarter touchdowns. But Gulf's Mike Emmons quickly silenced the Rams faithful by blocking a Cale Durocher extra-point attempt to preserve a 14-13 victory. After a scoreless first half, Gulf caught fire midway through the third quarter. The Bucs covered 59 yards in nine plays, culminating the drive with a 19-yard scoring pass from Jeff Blanchette to Ryan Kaller.
Pinellas football notebook
Dunedin 30, Clearwater 27
Hillsborough football notebook
East Lake 69, Countryside 20
