Taylor probation draws anger
Tuesday, March 22, 2011 Former star Giants linebacker Lawrence Taylor must register as a sex offender and serve six years of probation for an encounter with a teenage runaway. The girl, now 17, said...
View ArticleTampa Bay Rays' Sean Rodriguez yearns for everyday job
By Marc Topkin, Times Staff Writer Tuesday, March 22, 2011 PORT CHARLOTTE — As Rays manager Joe Maddon scrolls through his definition of the ultimate super utility player, it's obvious that Sean...
View ArticleBasketball: Pasco all-stars prevail as LOL's Warren earns MVP
Andy Villamarzo, Times Correspondent Tuesday, March 22, 2011 NEW PORT RICHEY — In the ninth annual Pasco vs. Hernando-Citrus all-star game, there were no flashy dunks, high-soaring alley-oops or even...
View ArticleSpurs unsure when Duncan might return
Times wires Tuesday, March 22, 2011 SAN ANTONIO, Texas — Tim Duncan is on crutches, and the Spurs don't know when he'll be back.An MRI exam Tuesday showed no signs of structural damage in Duncan's...
View ArticleGeorgia hits late to stun FSU
Times wires Tuesday, March 22, 2011 NCAA Women's Tournament Round of 16Region semifinals and finalsSemifinalsChampionshipSemifinalsRegion semifinals and finalsPHILADELPHIA Region1. Connecticut1....
View ArticleTampa Bay Rays' Dan Johnson finding his groove
By Joe Smith, Times Staff Writer Tuesday, March 22, 2011 FORT MYERS — A notoriously slow starter during spring training, Dan Johnson is starting to get hot at the right time.Johnson homered for the...
View ArticleTampa Bay Lightning loses to New York Islanders 5-2
By Damian Cristodero, Times Staff Writer Tuesday, March 22, 2011 TAMPALightning players said it is not time to panic. Considering the way things are going, they might want to give it a try.Nothing...
View ArticleBaseball: Alonso jumps on Brandon early then cruises
Eduardo A. Encina, Times Staff Writer Tuesday, March 22, 2011 BRANDON — Four days ago, Alonso beat Brandon in a pitcher's duel in the Saladino Tournament quarterfinals.On Tuesday, the Ravens returned...
View ArticleBaseball: Freedom stays patient, erases four-run deficit
David Rice, Times Correspondent Tuesday, March 22, 2011 TAMPA — Freedom rallied from a four-run deficit on the road Tuesday to hand Gaither its second district loss in a 7-6 victory.Junior Alex Milne...
View ArticleBaseball: Seminole wiser in rematch with Clearwater
Chris Girandola, Times Correspondent Tuesday, March 22, 2011 SEMINOLE — The last time Seminole faced Clearwater, the Warhawks were admittedly unabashed about the talent they possessed after outscoring...
View ArticleTrack: Final burst helps Lakewood girls repeat; Countryside boys win fourth...
Bob Putnam, Times Staff Writer Tuesday, March 22, 2011 CLEARWATER — For the past three years, Lakewood and Northside Christian had a stranglehold on the girls team title at the Ed Wells/Kiwanis...
View ArticleNo set date for Tampa Bay Rays' John Jaso to return from groin injury
By Marc Topkin, Times Staff Wednesday, March 23, 2011 Tampa Bay Rays catcher John Jaso remains sidelined and "uncomfortable" as a result of being hit in the groin by a foul ball on Saturday. With no...
View ArticleNewsome High shocks to win Saladino Tournament
By Brandon Wright, Times Correspondent Wednesday, March 23, 2011 BRANDON — March is synonymous with the madness associated with the NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament, but a different Cinderella stole...
View ArticleTampa Bay Rays' Jake McGee stronger following Tommy John surgery
By Joe Smith, Times Staff Writer Wednesday, March 23, 2011 PORT CHARLOTTE — The first time Mark McGee tried to catch his son Jake's pitches, he literally felt something special.McGee, 24, the Rays...
View ArticleAge hasn't lowered expectations of Champions Tour regular Bernhard Langer
By Rodney Page, Times Staff Writer Wednesday, March 23, 2011 LUTZBernhard Langer is 53 years old. He looks 33. The native of Germany has been a professional golfer since he was 15 and shows no signs...
View ArticleFormer Honda Grand Prix of St. Petersburg champ Graham Rahal hopes to reach...
By Antonya English, Times Staff Writer Wednesday, March 23, 2011 Three years ago, Graham Rahal stunned the IndyCar world with his victory at the Honda Grand Prix of St. Petersburg at age 19.Rahal's...
View ArticleWhat's wrong with the Tampa Bay Lightning?
By John Romano, Times Sports Columnist Wednesday, March 23, 2011 TAMPA — You do not need more analysis.You do not need to hear about the lack of jump or jam or any of the other euphemisms for a hockey...
View ArticleAnother win for Katrina Hamby in Women's 500 Club bowling
By Derek J. LaRiviere, Times Correspondent Wednesday, March 23, 2011 The Hernando County Women's 500 Club had its singles tournament at Spring Hill Lanes on Sunday.In the A Division, Katrina Hamby...
View ArticleFlorida Gators' Kenny Boynton says he's ready to take on BYU's Jimmer Fredette
By Antonya English, Times Staff Writer Wednesday, March 23, 2011 NEW ORLEANS — Florida sophomore G Kenny Boynton said Wednesday he will play at full speed tonight against BYU. Boynton sprained his...
View ArticleJimmer Fredette's legend grows on NCAA Tournament stage
By Gary Shelton, Times Sports Columnist Wednesday, March 23, 2011 NEW ORLEANSHere in a tiny corner of the Jimmerverse, even idols can get upgrades. Jimmer Fredette, the best scorer in the world, was...
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