Ndamukong Suh will soon be joining his teammates in Tampa for training camp, the first step in the team’s quest to not only make it back to the postseason for the first time since 2007, but also become the first team ever to play a Super Bowl in their home stadium. Super Bowl LV will take place at Raymond James Stadium following the 2020 regular season. Suh has had an eventful … [Read more...] about Just Ndamukong Suh enjoying some brunch
Bucs C Ryan Jensen won a big championship over the weekend
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are seeking to win their second championship this season now that they have Tom Brady under center. Brady and his former Patriots teammate Rob Gronkowski bring a wealth of championship experience with them that will hopefully rub off on their fellow teammates. But as it turns out, center Ryan Jensen took home the first big championship of 2020 for the … [Read more...] about Bucs C Ryan Jensen won a big championship over the weekend
RB Devonta Freeman is in the market for a new agent
Free-agent running back Devonta Freeman has been looking for a new team to call his own ever since the Atlanta Falcons released him earlier this offseason. For a time, it seemed the idea of Freeman coming to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers had some legs to it, with the running back even telling the Bucs on Twitter to reach out to him directly. Freeman’s presence in a young Bucs … [Read more...] about RB Devonta Freeman is in the market for a new agent
The COVID-19 pandemic has created turmoil in the sports world
Training masks, like the one former Eagles running back Jay Ajayi wore here, would be one approved by the league for players to wear during practices during the coronavirus pandemic. | Photo by Brett Carlsen/Getty Images Society’s ugly side has been prominent during these tough times. The COVID-19 pandemic has created fears, doubt, and uncertainty for many across the world. … [Read more...] about The COVID-19 pandemic has created turmoil in the sports world
View from the Catwalks: Choi-full, Choi-full, we adore thee
Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports Kevan Smith on masks, Choi on swinging right handed, Shane and Shane impress. Rays News: Catcher Kevan Smith on masks: #Rays catcher Kevan Smith had a lot to say today. Listen/read: pic.twitter.com/a1UXIWgz8c— Josh Tolentino (@JCTSports) July 11, 2020 Marc Topkin on the Rays chemistry during these unusual times. Juan Toribio on Choi’s right … [Read more...] about View from the Catwalks: Choi-full, Choi-full, we adore thee
Lightning Round: Tampa Bay roster announced as the Stanley Cup run starts again
TAMPA, FL - FEBRUARY 25: Nikita Kucherov #86 of the Tampa Bay Lightning celebrates his goal with teammates Steven Stamkos #91 and Erik Cernak #81 against the Toronto Maple Leafs during the first period at Amalie Arena on February 25, 2020 in Tampa, Florida. | Photo by Scott Audette /NHLI via Getty Images Summer Training Camps open today for NHL teams. Today, Monday July … [Read more...] about Lightning Round: Tampa Bay roster announced as the Stanley Cup run starts again
The HBCU movement is here
Earlier this month, highly-coveted five-star basketball recruit Makur Maker committed to Howard, a historically black college. Maker turned down offers from Kentucky, Memphis and UCLA, and his decision proves the historically black college or university (HBCU) movement is alive and well. WIKIMEDIA COMMONS/SIXMAN It was just over a month ago that Mikey Williams, a five-star … [Read more...] about The HBCU movement is here
Podcast Preview: Alton Walker: ‘COVID was a curse and a blessing’
Alton Walker wasn’t sure how the Tampa Bay Tornadoes’ inaugural season would play out. He’s since decided to postpone the Tornadoes’ first season, which has gifted him with a new perspective. PHOTO COURTESY OF ALTON WALKER Alton Walker, co-owner of the Tampa Bay Tornadoes, was expecting to see an arena full of fans and a momentous season. After all, he spent two years of his … [Read more...] about Podcast Preview: Alton Walker: ‘COVID was a curse and a blessing’
The Oracle Sports Podcast – Alton Walker
In this episode of The Oracle Sports Podcast, Nolan and Hannah discuss the ramifications of canceling/rescheduling the football season, ponder what could happen if leagues return too quickly and sit down with Tampa Bay Tornadoes co-owner Alton Walker to discuss the future of his team and how they’ve navigated the pandemic landscape. … [Read more...] about The Oracle Sports Podcast – Alton Walker