Is relationship between Rays owner, fans souring?
JP Peterson, host of The JP Peterson Show, joined FOX 35's Garrett Wymer to talk about the ongoing stadium saga for the Tampa Bay Rays and what the seemingly deteriorating relationship between the team's owner and elected officials in the region means for the future.
Florida Gators host championship rally in Gainesville
The Florida Gators men's basketball team, national NCAA champions of 2025, arrived back in Gainesville on Tuesday for a welcome rally. Florida edged out Houston in a 65-63 nail-biter to win the NCAA national championship Monday night. The victory marked the Gators’ third national title—and their first since 2007—capping a remarkable postseason run.
Florida Gators men's basketball team honored with rally to celebrate NCAA championship
The Florida Gators men's basketball team, the 2025 NCAA national champions, returned to Gainesville for a welcome-back rally at the University of Florida on Tuesday afternoon.
Florida Gators win 3rd NCAA title in thriller, stops Houston at the buzzer
Florida edged out Houston in a 65-63 nail-biter to win the NCAA national championship Monday night.
Florida defeats Houston 65-63 to win NCAA championship
The Florida Gators are national champions, defeating the Houston Cougars in San Antonio on Monday night.
PHOTOS: Gators fans gather at O'Connell Center for men's NCAA championship watch party
It's great to be a Florida Gator! The University of Florida hosted students and Gators fans at the Stephen C. O'Connell Center to watch the big game.
11th annual 'Guns N' Hoses' charity hockey game this weekend
The Orlando Solar bears will host a hockey games between local first responders this Sunday at the 11th annual "Guns N' Hoses" event. Firefighters and law enforcement officers will face off at 1 p.m. at the Kia Center.
Tampa Bay Rays miss termination letter deadline
The March 31 deadline came and went and the City of St. Petersburg never got a termination notice from the Tampa Bay Rays. The $1.3 billion dollar deal officially died, without the fanfare of its coronation. That’s now opening conversations about what happens next, now that there is no last-minute play.
Shaq gives letterman jacket to local high schoolers
Shaquille O'Neal is known for his big acts of generosity, and a local high school football team just got a taste of that. The Hall of Famer bought letterman jackets for the entire team.
It's weird, but works. Will Marlins adopt torpedo bat?
Ely Sussman, founder of Fish on First, spoke with FOX 35's Garrett Wymer about the Miami Marlins' strong opening weekend to the Major League Baseball season. They also talk about the 'torpedo' bats the New York Yankees are using to great success already - and its ties to the Marlins, thanks to its development by the team's fielding coordinator.
All Pro Dad Experience happening this weekend in Orlando
NFL Quarterback Kirk Cousins is in Orlando this weekend for the All Pro Dad Experience at Camping World Stadium. The event invites children and their fathers to participate in a fun-filled day of interactive family moments, as well as offers some practical fatherhood tips to take home and put into practice.
Orlando Magic Dreamers aim for a national championship
The Orlando Magic are growing the game of basketball for everyone. The wheelchair team affiliated with our NBA stars is now front and center as they aim to compete for a national championship. The athletes are excited to see their hard work pay off.
Tampa Bay Rays play for first time in temporary home
Today is opening day for the Tampa Bay Rays, and although it's a home opener, the Rays aren't playing at Tropicana Field. The Rays are utilizing the New York Yankees' spring training facility, Steinbrenner Field, after Tropicana Field was damaged during Hurricane Milton.
Tampa Bay Rays prepare for opening game tomorrow
The Tampa Bay Rays are set to kick off their 2025 season this Friday at Steinbrenner Field in Tampa, a temporary home necessitated by hurricane damage to Tropicana Field. The Rays' new home at Steinbrenner Field will house up to 10,000 fans on game days.
Florida Gators' road to the Final Four
Kevin Brockway, Florida Gators beat reporter for the Gainesville Sun, joined FOX 35's Garrett Wymer on Florida Live to breakdown the NCAA tournament so far, preview the Sweet 16 game against Maryland and a potential Elite Eight matchup, and discuss what the team needs to do on the road to the Final Four.
2 Central Florida players named to USA flag football team
Mett Brielle Harden and Kanard Bradford, who are are two local Central Florida flag football players that have been named to the initial rosters for USA football's junior flag national teams. Harden is on the 2025 15U U.S. Girls’ Flag National Team, while Bradford is a member of the 2025 15U U.S. Boys’ Flag National Team.
Weekly sports recap with Mike Bianchi
Mike Bianchi, Orlando Sentinel sports columnist and host of "Open Mike" on 96.9, joins FOX 35 to recap all things sports for this week, including the future of University of Central Florida spring games and the kick off of the NCAA tournament.
DeLand High School wrestler wins state title
Congratulations to Grace Lashinsky! The DeLand High School student and wrestler has claimed the school's first-ever state championship .
Who could block UF's shot at a national championship?
Kevin Brockway, Florida Gators beat reporter for the Gainesville Sun, joined Florida Live to talk about UF's spectacular season that culminated in their 5th SEC championship and 3rd-ever 1-seed selection in the NCAA tournament -- as well as the challenges that could be ahead if the Gators hope to bring home a national championship.
MLB in Orlando? City makes strong bid for franchise as Tampa Bay Rays search for new home
The Tampa Bay Rays are searching for a new home after hurricane damage to Tropicana Field, with Tampa and Orlando emerging as top contenders.