The winner of the 2009 Publix Super Markets Gasparilla half marathon, Richie Cunningham, sounds like a character out of a television show. But don't be fooled. The only attribute this tough-as-nails Australian triathlete shares with the fictional character is his bright red hair. ...more

March 1, 2009

He didn't break the record, but Olympic runner Ryan Hall recorded the fastest time for the Gasparilla 15-kilometer run since it stopped awarding prize money in 1998. ...more

February 28, 2009

Cars and runners don't mix, which is why Bayshore Boulevard and several other downtown streets will be barricaded this morning for the Gasparilla Distance Classic. Sunday won't be any better, with the Gasparilla Marathon winding through downtown. ...more

February 28, 2009

Cars and runners don't mix, which is why Bayshore Boulevard and several other downtown streets will be barricaded Saturday morning for the Gasparilla Distance Classic. Sunday won't be any better, with the Gasparilla Marathon also winding through downtown. ...more

February 27, 2009

These days, no one could blame you for thinking scandal or disgrace will eventually ensnare professional athletes with even the most solid of moral foundations. These are, after all, cynical times. ...more

February 27, 2009

2008 Olympian Ryan Hall has come to Tampa to compete in Saturday's Publix Super Markets Gasparilla Distance Classic 15-kilometer road race. Hall, the American record holder in the half marathon (59 minutes, 43 seconds) who is tuning up for next month's Boston Marathon, responded to questions posed by Tampa Tribune running and triathlon writer Bill Ward about his early running career, his days as a Stanford University star, his faith and, now, running as a professional. ...more

February 26, 2009

Well done Tanglewood! This year's total of $55,000 raised is amazing. On behalf of the "Tanglewood Ride for the Cure" thanks is extended to the many volunteers who made this a success. As well, a special thank you is extended to Sweetbay, Winn-Dixie and Publix for their contributions; the ride raised $1,400. ...more

February 25, 2009

Jericho Road Ministries is now taking registrations for the second annual 10K/5K/1 Mile Charity Run-Walk to be held at 7:30 a.m. Saturday, April 18 in River Country. ...more

February 24, 2009

John Tortorella back behind an NHL bench is the best hockey news since Wayne Gretzky gave up the violin, writes Martin Fennelly. ...more

February 24, 2009

Publix Super Markets has once again topped all other grocery chains nationwide in customer satisfaction, according to a new survey by the University of Michigan and other groups. ...more

February 20, 2009