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The United Soccer League announced plans to launch a Division One men’s professional league in the 2027-28 season, marking a significant expansion of the U.S. soccer landscape. The new league will represent the highest level of professional soccer within the USL structure, complementing its existing leagues: the USL Championship (Division II) and USL League One

The Valspar Championship is set to return to Tampa Bay from March 17 to March 23, bringing with it the excitement of world-class golf, dynamic fan experiences and a robust commitment to community impact. Held at the Copperhead Course at Innisbrook Golf Resort, the tournament continues to be a highlight on the PGA TOUR calendar

The American Athletic Conference will honor the legacy of late University of South Florida men’s basketball coach Amir Abdur-Rahim by naming him the Honorary 2024-‘25 American Men’s Basketball Coach of the Year. Abdur-Rahim, who passed away in October, will be recognized during USF’s home game against Temple on Feb. 6. His family will join Pernetti

The ReliaQuest Bowl has announced that the University of Michigan and the University of Alabama will go head-to-head at the annual college game, scheduled for Dec. 31, at Raymond James Stadium, in Tampa. The game will kick off at noon and be telecast nationally, on ESPN. The annual bowl game hosts teams from the Southeastern

Tickets for the 2024 ReliaQuest Bowl, set to take place at Raymond James Stadium on New Year’s Eve, are now available for purchase through Ticketmaster. The annual college football game, which kicks off at noon on December 31, will feature teams from the Southeastern Conference and the Big Ten Conference. The official teams will be

The University of South Florida has announced another major donation. The Gonzmart Family Foundation has gifted the school $1 million to support its new on-campus stadium. The Gonzmart Family Foundation, led by Richard Gonzmart, Casey Gonzmart Sr., Andrea Gonzmart Williams and Casey Gonzmart Jr., represents fourth- and fifth-generation owners of the Columbia Restaurant Group. Richard

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University of South Florida Athletics has appointed associate head coach Ben Fletcher as interim head coach, for the 2024-25 men’s basketball season, following the passing of head coach Amir Abdur-Rahim. Fletcher, promoted to associate head coach in June, has been with USF since 2023 and was pivotal in leading the Bulls to a 25-8 record,

Pelican Golf Club and The ANNIKA driven by Gainbridge at Pelican, are uniting to launch a “Florida Strong” t-shirt and sweatshirt campaign benefiting the Florida Disaster Fund. The campaign aims to support Floridians affected by Hurricanes Helene and Milton, directing proceeds to the Volunteer Florida Foundation’s disaster relief efforts. Starting today, fans can purchase “Florida

Jeff Vinik, chairman and governor of the Tampa Bay Lightning, sold a significant portion of the team and Vinik Sports Group to a group of investors, led by Doug Ostrover and Marc Lipschultz.  The NHL’s Board of Governors approved the sale on Oct. 1. The deal is effective immediately. Vinik will retain full control of

On Oct. 19, the University of South Florida hosted a memorable day at Raymond James Stadium, marked by a victory over the University of Alabama at Birmingham and efforts to support hurricane relief. In collaboration with Feeding Tampa Bay, USF collected donations for those impacted by Hurricanes Milton and Helene, offering complimentary tickets to fans

By Jeremy Friedman, vice president of public relations, Outlyr BELLEAIR, Fla. – Lead with Legacy. For Hall-of-Famer Annika Sorenstam, that phrase encompasses all facets of her career, both on and off the golf course. One of the most decorated golfers in history, Annika rewrote the record books during her 15-year Hall-of-Fame career, amassing over 90