Pittsburgh Pirates To Recognize USF Sarasota-Manatee's Crew Team

Sunday's ceremony, which will be part of the festivities for USF Sarasota-Manatee Day, could bolster the club-level team's recruiting efforts and visibility.

Pirates Report: March 24

Your daily guide to what's happening with the Pittsburgh Pirates in Bradenton this spring.

Justin James, USF Sarasota-Manatee Crew

Manatee High graduate is a senior majoring in hospitality & restaurant management and the founder and president of the school's club-level crew team.

Upper Manatee River Just One Of Tampa Bay's Wild Places

Gators, snakes and even people are all part of this Florida jungle to be fished and explored.

Pirates Report: March 23

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Pirates Report: March 21

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Main Event: Twins At Pirates

Your guide to entertainment, in and around town.

McGuire And Crew Go Deep for Amberjack

Capt. Larry McGuire gives an offshore fishing report for waters off Anna Maria Island.

PatchCast: NFL Players Help Youth At Free Bradenton Football Clinic

Watch video of Mike Jenkins, Fabian Washington and Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie returning to their hometown.

Pirates Report: March 20

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Pirates Report: March 19

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Catch Of The Week: TV Host, Crystal River Man Land Whopper Sheepshead

Capt. Jimmy Nelson of Extreme Fishing Adventures and angler Todd Mast land fat, spawning sheepshead on 10-pound test.

Marauders Tickets Now On Sale

Bradenton's high Single-A minor league team opens its season April 8.

Pirates Report: March 18

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Pirates Report: March 17

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Pirates Report: March 16

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Pirates Report: March 15

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Pirates Report: March 14

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Pirates Report: March 13

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Main Event: Pirates At Orioles

Your daily guide to entertainment, in and around town.

Gladiators Belt Millionaires, Improve To 7-0

Bradenton announces its Florida Football Alliance championship aspirations with a 42-0 victory over winless Sarasota.

Pirates Report: March 12

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Pirate City Still Buzzing With Activity

The complex remains the spring training home of the Pittsburgh Pirates' minor-league affiliates, including the Bradenton Marauders, and other player development operations.

Look For Sheepshead By Cannon's Marina Buoy

Kim Schearer from Annie's Bait & Tackle gives a Longboat Key-Cortez area fishing report.

Catch Of The Week: Sushi-Grade Amberjack

Bradenton man lands amberjack offshore with Capt. Larry McGuire of Show Me the Fish Charters.

Pirates Report: March 11

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Bradenton Resident Misses His Shot At $1 Million

James Windham, 51, still in good spirits after coming up short in halftime contest at ACC Tournament.

Pirates Report: March 10

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Skyway Piers: An Overlooked, Waterfront Fishing Highway

As fishing options are reduced by regulations, gas prices and closed piers, the Skyway Fishing Pier State Park — which includes the world's longest fishing pier — remains.

Pirates Report: March 9

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Pirates Report: March 8

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Stephanie Shoup, SCF Softball

Sophomore center fielder is in her second season as the Manatees' captain. The 4.0 student was named a 2009-10 National Fastpitch Coaches Association All-Academic Scholar Athlete and a 2010 All-Suncoast Conference selection.

Main Event: SCF Softball Doubleheader

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Pirates Report: March 7

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Pirates Report: March 6

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Pirates Report: March 5

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Catch Of The Week: Slammer Black Drum Duped By Skyway Bridge

Palmetto-based Capt. T.J. Stewart of Cast Away Charters last week guided Lloyd Ashe to a 50-pound black drum near the Sunshine Skyway Bridge.

Some Snook Break Away From Backcountry

Capt. T.J. Stewart reports as water temperatures rise, some snook are creeping away from backcountry waters and onto the flats.

Pirates Report: March 4

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5 Best Concessions At McKechnie Field

Forget the baseball games — the food may be the best part about a day at the ballpark. Here are our picks for what to eat and drink this spring.