Find Clean Water For Game Fish this Weekend

Capt. Ray Markham of Backwater Promotions said anglers will need to find clean water areas and use bright colors

A "Puffy" Catch Boated Off AMI

Evie Devries had fun with her catch -- a puffer fish landed offshore of Anna Maria Island on a charter with Capt. Larry McGuire

Lakewood Ranch Defeats Braden River in Season Opener

The Pirates had home field advantage but couldn't make it work for them as they fell 28-18 to the Mustangs.

Snook Under Dock Lights a Prime Option

Capt. Andy Cappar of Reel Native Charters said nighttime fishing is a top option as water temperatures rise and snook begin to trickle back into the bays

When Choosing a Fishing Guide, Do Your Homework

Not only do professional fishing guides have different levels of fishing experience, they all have one-of-a-kind personalities. Make sure you find the right fit.

Mackerel, Trout, Top Targets in Bradenton

Capt. Tom Chaya out of Catchers Marina on Anna Maria Island lets Bradenton-area anglers know where to go for the best chance at Spanish mackerel, trout and redfish.

Georgia Freshwater Anglers Experience Something "Big and Bad"

Capt. Larry McGuire guided a Georgia couple offshore of Anna Maria Island where Jerime Buffington boated a 35-pound amberjack -- a far cry from the freshwater fish they were used to

Bradenton Christian Fumbles Away Kickoff Classic

Of host Cardinal Mooney's 23 points in Friday night's nine-point win, 16 came courtesy of three first-half fumbles.

Freshman Emerges in Braden River Win

Justin Ross, the younger brother of quarterback Steven Ross, caught a touchdown pass and registered an interception in the first half of Friday night's 17-6 Kickoff Classic victory at Booker.

Baseball Is More Than Foster's Side Project

Right-hander Zachary Foster, the only Allegheny Mountain Collegiate Conference player to be drafted by a major league organization, has utilized a sidearm delivery since being promoted to the team.

Manatee Hurricanes' Season Kickoff is Hardly Ideal

Nationally ranked Manatee High football team's Kickoff Classic shows room for improvement.

Hurricanes Edge American Heritage in Kickoff Classic

Manatee High scores the game's final two touchdowns to avoid a loss to the visiting Delray Beach school, which played in three Class 1A state championship games from 2007-2010.

Top-Water Trout One of Best Options in Bays

Capt. Warren Girle has been slaying trout on top-water plugs, while Capt. T.J. Stewart agreed that trout - along with mangrove snapper - are the best bites in Bradenton heading into September

Hurricanes to Visit D.C. Area for Football Opener

Manatee High will travel to the Baltimore-Washington D.C. area to play Olney, Md. Good Council

Inman Returns For Postseason Run

Right-hander Jeff Inman, a Stanford University graduate who has battled elbow pain the last two seasons, will see action as a reliever after returning from the disabled list.

Red Grouper Biggest of Native Floridian's Life

Harold Gaw of Lakeland fished waters off of Anna Maria Island with Capt. Larry McGuire of Show Me the Fish Charters for a 28-pound grouper

Former Pro Football Player Passes Skills on at Manatee

Tracy Sanders, who played for the Manatee Hurricanes 1983 undefeated, state-championship team, is the Hurricanes secondary coach

Manatee High Football Players Beat the Heat

Manatee High, which began practicing Monday, has used a variety of methods, including souped-up water buckets, to ensure athletes don't suffer heat stroke

Southeast Alum Sanders Hoping to Earn Roster Spot with NFL's Baltimore Ravens

Terron Sanders, a 2006 Southeast High School graduate, was signed by the Ravens in late July and is participating in his first NFL training camp.

Waldron Makes Immediate Contribution to Marauders' Run

New guy picked up victories in his first two appearances for the Florida State League team, taking a nine-game winning streak into Tuesday night's contest at Fort Myers.

Catch of the Week: Birthday Girl Boats Snook in Terra Ceia Bay

Tina Fontan of Riverview, fishing with Palmetto Capt. Rachel Nobbe-Cato, takes the Catch of the Week honors with her 27-inch snook last week in Terra Ceia Bay

Here's How to Find Gobs of Grouper and Snapper

Capt. Larry McGuire of Show Me the Fish Charters offers anglers a summertime tip on how to boat some monster red grouper, which are biting well in 125- to 150-feet of water.

The Battle Wages for Leach

Pittsburgh Pirates prospect and current Bradenton Marauders right-hander Brian Leach is trying to turn around a disappointing 2011 season.

All-Madden Campers Treated to Elite Instruction

Gridiron elite, such as NFL quarterback Vinny Testaverde, instruct high school players at the IMG Academies All-Madden Camp.

Bradenton Native Striving to Reach the Major Leagues

Michael Ohlman, who graduated from Lakewood Ranch in 2009, has spent the last three years in the Baltimore Orioles’ organization.

Catch of the Week: Monster Red Grouper Slammed off AMI

Capt. Larry McGuire of Show Me the Fish Charters guided Justin Tsikererdanos from Kissimmee to a nearly 30-pound red grouper

Pair of "7s" Make for Good Luck with Capt. Markham

The Terra Ceia fishing guide last week guided two seven year olds to inshore species on artificials

Shark Fishing Could Get an Overhaul from FWC

The proposed changes would ban chumming for sharks from public beaches, require circle hooks for some shark species and add great hammerhead and tiger shark to the banned fishing list.

Paulino's Latest Adventure Comes Out of Left Field

Typically a catcher, the Bradenton Marauder recently fielded a different position.

Offshore Producing Gag Gouper and More

Capt. Larry McGuire of Show Me Fish Charters lets Bradenton-area anglers know what could be caught offshore of Anna Maria Island

Boy Boats Cobia near Emerson Point

Capt. Ray Markham of Terra Ceia guided 7-year-old Alex Meeks from Bartow to a juvenile cobia near Emerson Point on Thursday

Four Variables That Determine a Fish Feed

It may take some work, but anglers can keep logs of four primary conditions that determine a quality fish feed.

Chambers Brings Marauders Two More Supporters

Whether a home game or road contest, Evan and Denise Chambers have been in the stands to watch their son, Evan Jr., and his Bradenton teammates.

Bradenton's 'Brides & Baseball' Offers Chance to Win Diamond

The final game of the Bradenton Marauders' eight-game homestand lets brides go on a scavenger hunt, chew through cake and possibly win a diamond wedding ring worth more than $2,000

Catch of the Week: Bradenton Kid Catches First American Red

Colin Grooms of Bradenton caught an estimated 12-pound American red snapper this week while fishing with Capt. Larry McGuire of Show Me the Fish Charters

Dead Baits Could be Ticket for Inshore Game Fish

Capt. Jason Ramsey of www.fishtheflats.com gives Bradenton anglers tips on how to hook snook, trout redfish and more this week

Lorin Returns to Form with Marauders

Right-hander, who was acquired by the Pittsburgh Pirates in a trade deadline deal two years ago, has overcome a hip injury to earn All-Star recognition.

Bradenton's Perez Pitches Scoreless Inning in MLB All-Star Game

The Cleveland Indians closer, who once played for the Pendleton School and Manatee High, appeared in the AL's 5-1 loss to the NL on Tuesday.

Photo Gallery: DeSoto Fishing Tournament

Winners showed off their fish and hoisted big checks Sunday during the weigh-ins and awards ceremony at the Bradenton Yacht Club.

Bucs Hall of Famer Drops in on His Bradenton Restaurant

Lee Roy Selmon weighs in on NFL lockout, life after football and building a winning team.