No passing fancy

The Tampa Tempest, the area's Women's Professional Football team, hosts the Miami Fury on Saturday hoping to score its first win.

By Times staff writer

© St. Petersburg Times, published November 3, 2000

TAMPA -- One side is guaranteed to walk away with its first victory in a meeting of winless Women's Professional Football teams Saturday at Chamberlain High School.

[Times photo: Thomas M. Goethe] Brenda P. Berry (96), a defensive end, lines up with other Tempest teammates at a recent practice.

The Tampa Tempest, the area's most notable bunch of female players, hopes to rebound from its rough debut when hosting the Miami Fury in the 7 p.m. game.

Tampa took a pounding against Minnesota in St. Paul two weeks ago, losing 63-0 to start its inaugural season 0-1. Problems began on the team's first possession when the Tempest failed to convert on fourth down deep in their own territory. The team subsequently faltered.

The team, led by speedy wide receiver/kick returner Roblyn Carr, managed to recover three fumbles.

Miami has struggled, too, starting its season 0-2. Linebacker Sharion Spears heads the defense.

Tickets are $15 for general admission; $20 for VIP seats.

The Women's Professional Football League features 15 teams and opened its season Oct. 14. A 10-game schedule is to be followed by playoffs and a championship game Feb. 3. For information, call (813) 806-0951.

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