When we Americans think of women's soccer, the image of Brandi Chastain ripping off her T-shirt - to reveal the sports bra underneath - in celebration of the United States' World Cup victory in 1999 quickly comes to mind. ...more

October 19, 2007

Imagine Michael Vick, but only bigger. That's pretty much what the Titans have in QB Vince Young. He's got Daunte Culpepper-like size and a big-time arm, but he's not a real accurate thrower. He's dangerous, though, because he can get outside the pocket and turn up field. That's what the Bucs have to be concerned with. Young doesn't have a game-breaking receiver or anyone who truly stands out above the rest of his targets, so he makes defenses pay by breaking their containment and running for critical yards. Because he's so big, he's very tough to bring down. The best way to keep him from hurting you is to keep him trapped inside the pocket. The Bucs have faced this type of quarterback before and they usually do a pretty good job against them. The reason is they tend to be very disciplined in their rush. They cut off the escape routes to the side and up the middle and force the quarterback to throw. If they can remain disciplined today, they can neutralize Young's effectiveness and keep him from hurting them with his feet. ...more

October 13, 2007

Chris Simms stood in front of his locker early last week, shaking is head in disbelief. The irony of the situation was just too great to comprehend. ...more

October 6, 2007

The scene around Tampa Bay left tackle Donald Penn's locker had been serene since training camp broke in late August. ...more

October 6, 2007

Youngsters attending Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic School in Dunedin felt the excitement of seeing a special blessing come to light last Sunday when the school's newly remodeled media center was rededicated. ...more

October 6, 2007

The season is only three weeks old, but already you can see the Bucs are better this year. ...more

September 30, 2007

As a Buccaneer season ticket holder and a veteran of both Gulf Wars, our national anthem is a highlight of every game. Everybody knows to take their hat off during the anthem, but sometimes people forget and I feel it's my job to help remind people, like I had to do last Sunday. ...more

September 27, 2007

The best surprises usually come in boxes and are rarely found through an invitation to be a guest on 'The Maury Show.' ...more

September 23, 2007

As the sun rose over our beautiful Lake Placid last Sunday, everyone was there. The American Legion passing out flags in their crisp white shirts. The Greater Lake Placid Chamber of Commerce with CEO Eileen May decked out in shimmering patriotic red. Our first responders, sheriffs, police officers, firemen and women and EMTs in their starched uniforms and shiny patent leather shoes. The fire trucks, squad cars and ambulances were all clean and shiny. The musicians were well rehearsed. The speakers all had carefully, thoughtfully prepared notes and messages. The bagpiper was ready for Amazing Grace. The bugler prepared for Taps. Even Stanford from The Heron's Garden was sporting a red, white and blue tie while setting out complimentary coffee and donuts. Yes, everyone was there. Everyone but you, our community. ...more

September 14, 2007