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Full gallery »Everblades lose to Reading Royals, 3-2, in Game 4 of ECHL Eastern Conference Semifinal

  • David Albers/Staff -Florida Everblades forward Matthew Pistilli chases a loose puck against the Reading Royals in Game 4 of the ECHL Eastern Conference Semifinal on Friday, April 26, 2013, at Germain Arena in Estero.
  • David Albers/Staff -Florida Everblades goalie Jessie Deckert makes a save in the second period against the Reading Royals during Game 4 of the ECHL Eastern Conference Semifinal on Friday, April 26, 2013, at Germain Arena in Estero.
  • David Albers/Staff -Nine-year-old Evan DeBono and his father, Fort Myers resident Allen Michael DeBono, keep tabs on the action between the Reading Royals and the Florida Everblades during the second period of Game 4 of the ECHL Eastern Conference Semifinal on Friday, April 26, 2013, at Germain Arena in Estero.
  • David Albers/Staff - The Reading Royals defeat the Florida Everblades, 3-2, in Game 4 of the ECHL Eastern Conference Semifinal on Friday, April 26, 2013, at Germain Arena in Estero.
  • David Albers/Staff -Florida Everblades forward A.J. Jenks takes a poke at Reading Royals forward T.J. Snyer in the third period of Game 4 of the ECHL Eastern Conference Semifinal on Friday, April 26, 2013, at Germain Arena in Estero.
  • David Albers/Staff -Reading Royals forward Ian O'Connor battles for possession against Florida Everblades defenseman Charles Landry in the second period of Game 4 of the ECHL Eastern Conference Semifinal on Friday, April 26, 2013, at Germain Arena in Estero.


Full gallery »Scenes before first round of NFL draft

  • Warren Sapp arrives on the red carpet before the first round of the NFL football draft, Thursday, April 25, 2013, at Radio City Music Hall in New York.(AP Photo/Craig Ruttle)
  • A large NFL logo decorates the stage before the first round of the NFL football draft at Radio City Music Hall, Thursday, April 25, 2013, in New York. (AP Photo/Jason DeCrow)
  • Luke Joeckel, third from left, a tackle from Texas A&M, poses for a photo in the green room before the first round of the NFL football draft, Thursday, April 25, 2013 at Radio City Music Hall in New York. (AP Photo/Jason DeCrow)
  • Luke Joeckel, right, from Texas A&M, stands in the green room before the first round of the NFL football draft, Thursday, April 25, 2013 at Radio City Music Hall in New York. (AP Photo/Jason DeCrow)
  • Sharrif Floyd, a defensive tackle from Florida, is hugged in the green room before the first round of the NFL football draft, Thursday, April 25, 2013, at Radio City Music Hall in New York. (AP Photo/Jason DeCrow)
  • Wide receiver Cordarrelle Patterson, from Tennessee, checks his cell phone in the green room before the first round of the NFL football draft, Thursday, April 25, 2013 at Radio City Music Hall in New York. (AP Photo/Jason DeCrow)


Full gallery »Florida Everblades vs. Reading Royals in Eastern Conference semifinals

  • Dania Maxwell/Staff Fans cheer as the Florida Everblades enter the rink for a game against the Reading Royals in Game 3 of the Eastern Conference semifinals at Germain Arena on Wednesday, April 24, 2013 in Estero, Fla.
  • Dania Maxwell/Staff Mathieu Merrifield (15) of the Florida Everblades makes the first goal with Evan Barlow (23) of the Reading Royals following behind during the first period in Game 3 of the Eastern Conference semifinals at Germain Arena on Wednesday, April 24, 2013 in Estero, Fla.
  • Dania Maxwell/Staff Tommi Kivisto (6) of the Florida Everblades pushes Nikita Kashirsky (5) of the Reading Royals during the third period of Game 3 of the Eastern Conference semifinals at Germain Arena on Wednesday, April 24, 2013 in Estero, Fla.
  • Dania Maxwell/Staff Matthew Pistilli (36) of the Florida Everblades attempts a goal with Mark Mitera (4) of the Reading Royals blocking the shot in Game 3 of the Eastern Conference semifinals at Germain Arena on Wednesday, April 24, 2013 in Estero, Fla.
  • Dania Maxwell/Staff Adam Brace (28) of the Florida Everblades looks where to pass the puck in a game against the Reading Royals in Game 3 of the Eastern Conference semifinals at Germain Arena on Wednesday, April 24, 2013 in Estero, Fla.
  • Dania Maxwell/Staff Florida Everblades celebrates a goal made by A.J. Jenks (21) in a game against the Reading Royals in Game 3 of the Eastern Conference semifinals at Germain Arena on Wednesday, April 24, 2013 in Estero, Fla.


Full gallery »Girls lacrosse: Barron Collier defeats Gulf Coast, 19-1

  • David Albers/Staff - The Barron Collier Girls Lacrosse team defeats Gulf Coast High School, 19-1, on Tuesday, April 23, 2013 at Barron Collier High School in Naples.
  • David Albers/Staff - The Barron Collier Girls Lacrosse team defeats Gulf Coast High School, 19-1, on Tuesday, April 23, 2013 at Barron Collier High School in Naples.
  • David Albers/Staff - The Barron Collier Girls Lacrosse team defeats Gulf Coast High School, 19-1, on Tuesday, April 23, 2013 at Barron Collier High School in Naples.
  • David Albers/Staff - The Barron Collier Girls Lacrosse team defeats Gulf Coast High School, 19-1, on Tuesday, April 23, 2013 at Barron Collier High School in Naples.
  • David Albers/Staff - Barron Collier's Olivia Ferrucci looks for a shot under pressure from Gulf Coast's Kiera McMeekan in the first half on Tuesday, April 23, 2013 at Barron Collier High School in Naples. The Barron Collier Cougars defeated the Gulf Coast Sharks, 19-1.
  • David Albers/Staff - The Barron Collier Girls Lacrosse team defeats Gulf Coast High School, 19-1, on Tuesday, April 23, 2013 at Barron Collier High School in Naples.


Full gallery »Boys lacrosse: Barron Collier defeats Gulf Coast, 15-3

  • David Albers/Staff - Barron Collier's Michael O'Dea is congratulated by teammate Austin Miller for a goal in the first quarter on Tuesday, April 23, 2013 at Barron Collier High School in Naples. The Barron Collier Cougars defeated the Gulf Coast Sharks, 15-3.
  • David Albers/Staff - Barron Collier's Justin Schwatrz is sandwiched between two Gulf Coast players while trying to move the ball up field in the first quarter on Tuesday, April 23, 2013 at Barron Collier High School in Naples. The Barron Collier Cougars defeated the Gulf Coast Sharks, 15-3.
  • David Albers/Staff - Barron Collier's Matt Ihm looks for a shot under pressure from Gulf Coast's Rion Gage in the first quarter on Tuesday, April 23, 2013 at Barron Collier High School in Naples. The Barron Collier Cougars defeated the Gulf Coast Sharks, 15-3.
  • David Albers/Staff - The Barron Collier Boys Lacrosse team defeats Gulf Coast High School, 15-3, on Tuesday, April 23, 2013 at Barron Collier High School in Naples.
  • David Albers/Staff - The Barron Collier Boys Lacrosse team defeats Gulf Coast High School, 15-3, on Tuesday, April 23, 2013 at Barron Collier High School in Naples.
  • David Albers/Staff - The Barron Collier Boys Lacrosse team defeats Gulf Coast High School, 15-3, on Tuesday, April 23, 2013 at Barron Collier High School in Naples.


Full gallery »Pro hockey: Reading Royals 3, Florida Everblades 2

  • Reading's Barry Almeida (19) and Florida goalie Jesse Deckert (40). ECHL Hockey, the Florida Everblades vs. the Reading Royals at the Sovereign Center in Reading Saturday night for Game two of the second round ECHL playoffs. Reading won 3-2. Reading won 3-2. 4/20/2013 Reading, PA Reading Eagle Photo by Ben Hasty
  • Reading's Alex Berry (29) moves the puck past Florida's A.J. Jenks (21), who has dropped his stick. ECHL Hockey, the Florida Everblades vs. the Reading Royals at the Sovereign Center in Reading Saturday night for Game two of the second round ECHL playoffs. Reading won 3-2. Reading won 3-2. 4/20/2013 Reading, PA Reading Eagle Photo by Ben Hasty
  • Florida's Corey Trivino (12) and Reading's Ian O'Connor (16) ECHL Hockey, the Florida Everblades vs. the Reading Royals at the Sovereign Center in Reading Saturday night for Game two of the second round ECHL playoffs. Reading won 3-2. Reading won 3-2. 4/20/2013 Reading, PA Reading Eagle Photo by Ben Hasty
  • Florida's David Rutherford (91) and Reading's Kirk MacDonald (13). ECHL Hockey, the Florida Everblades vs. the Reading Royals at the Sovereign Center in Reading Saturday night for Game two of the second round ECHL playoffs. Reading won 3-2. Reading won 3-2. 4/20/2013 Reading, PA Reading Eagle Photo by Ben Hasty
  • Reading's Barry Almeida (19) and Florida's Brent Henley (2). ECHL Hockey, the Florida Everblades vs. the Reading Royals at the Sovereign Center in Reading Saturday night for Game two of the second round ECHL playoffs. Reading won 3-2. Reading won 3-2. 4/20/2013 Reading, PA Reading Eagle Photo by Ben Hasty
  • Florida's Corey Trivino (12). ECHL Hockey, the Florida Everblades vs. the Reading Royals at the Sovereign Center in Reading Saturday night for Game two of the second round ECHL playoffs. Reading won 3-2. Reading won 3-2. 4/20/2013 Reading, PA Reading Eagle Photo by Ben Hasty


Full gallery »Pro hockey: Florida Everblades 4, Reading Royals 3

  • Florida's Adam Brace (28) and Florida's Mike Merrifield (7) celebrate Brace's goal in the first period. ECHL Hockey, the Florida Everblades vs. the Reading Royals at the Sovereign Center in Reading Friday night for Game one of the second round ECHL playoffs. Florida won 4-3. 4/19/2013 Reading, PA Reading Eagle Photo by Ben Hasty
  • Reading's Joel Champagne (24) and Florida's Brent Henley (2) compete for the puck. ECHL Hockey, the Florida Everblades vs. the Reading Royals at the Sovereign Center in Reading Friday night for Game one of the second round ECHL playoffs. Florida won 4-3. 4/19/2013 Reading, PA Reading Eagle Photo by Ben Hasty
  • Florida goalie Jesse Deckert (40) makes a save. ECHL Hockey, the Florida Everblades vs. the Reading Royals at the Sovereign Center in Reading Friday night for Game one of the second round ECHL playoffs. Florida won 4-3. 4/19/2013 Reading, PA Reading Eagle Photo by Ben Hasty
  • Florida's Mathieu Roy (15) and Reading's Kirk MacDonald (13) vie for the puck. ECHL Hockey, the Florida Everblades vs. the Reading Royals at the Sovereign Center in Reading Friday night for Game one of the second round ECHL playoffs. Florida won 4-3. 4/19/2013 Reading, PA Reading Eagle Photo by Ben Hasty
  • The Everblades celebrate a goal by Florida's A.J. Jenks (21) in the first period. ECHL Hockey, the Florida Everblades vs. the Reading Royals at the Sovereign Center in Reading Friday night for Game one of the second round ECHL playoffs. Florida won 4-3. 4/19/2013 Reading, PA Reading Eagle Photo by Ben Hasty
  • Florida's Corey Trivino (12) moves the puck past Reading's T.J. Syner (14). ECHL Hockey, the Florida Everblades vs. the Reading Royals at the Sovereign Center in Reading Friday night for Game one of the second round ECHL playoffs. Florida won 4-3. 4/19/2013 Reading, PA Reading Eagle Photo by Ben Hasty


Full gallery »Prep baseball: South Fort Myers vs Cypress Lake at Hammond Stadium

  • South Fort Myers High baseball players -- including third baseman Reyes Ramon -- wear a different kind of cap during their game against Cypress Lake High on April 17, 2013 at Hammond Stadium in Fort Myers. South won 4-3. Kevin Johnson/Staff
  • South Fort Myers High second baseman Kenny Buzenius covers the bag as Cypress Lake High's Ryan Rivera attempts to steal on April 17, 2013 at Hammond Stadium in Fort Myers. South won 4-3. Kevin Johnson/Staff
  • South Fort Myers High pitcher Jack Kelly delivers a pitch against Cypress Lake High on April 17, 2013 at Hammond Stadium in Fort Myers. South won 4-3. Kevin Johnson/Staff
  • South Fort Myers High outfielder Conner Kammerlocher makes a catch in right field against Cypress Lake High on April 17, 2013 at Hammond Stadium in Fort Myers. South won 4-3. Kevin Johnson/Staff
  • Cypress Lake High third baseman Andy Williams tags out South Fort Myers High's Eddie Collins during a rundown on April 17, 2013 at Hammond Stadium in Fort Myers. South won 4-3. Kevin Johnson/Staff
  • South Fort Myers High pitcher Jack Kelly receives congratulations from catcher Forrest Hunter at the end of an inning against Cypress Lake High on April 17, 2013 at Hammond Stadium in Fort Myers. South won 4-3. Kevin Johnson/Staff

South Fort Myers edged Cypress Lake, 4-3, in a high school baseball game at Hammond Stadium in Fort Myers on April 17, 2013.



Full gallery »Prep boys lacrosse: Estero vs Fort Myers

  • Fort Myers High's Max Margolin (1) carries the ball while guarded by Estero High's Craig Fitzgerald during a District 16 boys lacrosse semifinal on April 17, 2013 at Bishop Verot High School in Fort Myers. Fort Myers advanced with a 17-14 win. Kevin Johnson/Staff
  • Estero High's Justin Koch (21) and goalie Jordan Lysiak protect the Wildcats net against Fort Myers during a District 16 boys lacrosse semifinal on April 17, 2013 at Bishop Verot High School in Fort Myers. Fort Myers advanced with a 17-14 win. Kevin Johnson/Staff
  • Fort Myers High's Austin Ciresi carries the ball at midfield while chased by Estero players during a District 16 boys lacrosse semifinal on April 17, 2013 at Bishop Verot High School in Fort Myers. Fort Myers advanced with a 17-14 win. Kevin Johnson/Staff
  • The Estero High sideline and their fans watch as the Wildcats season comes to an end in a District 16 boys lacrosse semifinal on April 17, 2013 at Bishop Verot High School in Fort Myers. Fort Myers advanced with a 17-14 win. Kevin Johnson/Staff
  • Estero High's Dalton Ackley, right, checks Fort Myers High's Austin Ciresi during a District 16 boys lacrosse semifinal on April 17, 2013 at Bishop Verot High School in Fort Myers. Fort Myers advanced with a 17-14 win. Kevin Johnson/Staff
  • Fort Myers High's Bryant Cole intercepts the ball in front of Estero High's Austin Wallen (10) during a District 16 boys lacrosse semifinal on April 17, 2013 at Bishop Verot High School in Fort Myers. Fort Myers advanced with a 17-14 win. Kevin Johnson/Staff

Fort Myers snapped a 5-5 halftime time and went on to eliminate Estero, 17-14, in a District 16 boys lacrosse semifinal on April 17, 2013 at Bishop Verot High School in Fort Myers.



Full gallery »Pat Summerall 1930 - 2013

  • In this April 19, 1994, photo, Pat Summerall, completing his 34th and final season with CBS, receives an award for lifetime achievement at the 1994 Sports Emmy Awards in New York. Fox Sports spokesman Dan Bell said Tuesday, April 16, 2013, that Summerall, the NFL player-turned-broadcaster whose deep, resonant voice called games for more than 40 years, died at the age of 82. (AP Photo/Rob Clark, File)
  • In this Feb. 3, 2002, photo, Fox broadcasters Pat Summerall, left, and John Madden stand in the booth at Louisiana Superdome before the NFL Super Bowl XXXVI football game in New Orleans. Fox Sports spokesman Dan Bell said Tuesday, April 16, 2013, that Summerall, the NFL player-turned-broadcaster whose deep, resonant voice called games for more than 40 years, has died at the age of 82. (AP Photo/Ric Feld, File)
  • FILE - In this Jan. 23, 1994, file photo, Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones, left, talks with CBS commentator Pat Summerall before the NFL football NFC championship game between the Cowboys and the San Francisco 49ers in Irving, Texas. Fox Sports spokesman Dan Bell said Tuesday, April 16, 2013, that Summerall, the NFL player-turned-broadcaster whose deep, resonant voice called games for more than 40 years, has died at the age of 82. (AP Photo/Ron Heflin, File)
  • FILE - In this Nov. 30, 1994, file photo, former President Gerald Ford, right, greets sportscaster Pat Summerall at a reception for the 10th annual American Sportscasters Hall of Fame Awards dinner in New York. Ford presented Summerall with the Sportscaster of the Year award at the dinner honoring the legendary voices of sports broadcasting and the achievements of sports legends. Fox Sports spokesman Dan Bell said Tuesday, April 16, 2013, that Summerall, the NFL player-turned-broadcaster whose deep, resonant voice called games for more than 40 years, has died at the age of 82. (AP Photo/Ron Frehm, File)
  • FILE - In this April 10, 1994, file photo, CBS broadcaster Pat Summerall works in the television booth on No. 18 during the final round of the Masters golf tournament at Augusta National Golf Club in Augusta, Ga. Fox Sports spokesman Dan Bell said Tuesday, April 16, 2013, that Summerall, the NFL player-turned-broadcaster whose deep, resonant voice called games for more than 40 years, has died at the age of 82. (AP Photo/Lenny Ignelzi, File)
  • FILE - In this Sept. 17, 1960, file photo, New York Giants placekicker Pat Summerall poses for a portrait in New York. Fox Sports spokesman Dan Bell said Tuesday, April 16, 2013, that Summerall, the NFL player-turned-broadcaster whose deep, resonant voice called games for more than 40 years, has died at the age of 82. (AP Photo/John Rooney, File)

Pat Summerall, the deep-voiced NFL player-turned-broadcaster who spent half of his four decades calling sports famously paired with John Madden, died April 16, 2013.



Full gallery »Florida defeats FGCU, 5-3, at Hammond Stadium

  • David Albers/Staff - Florida Gulf Coast University's Brandon Bednar is tagged out at third base by University of Florida's Josh Tobias on a single that also scored an RBI in the first inning at Hammond Stadium on Tuesday, April 16, 2013, in Fort Myers.
  • David Albers/Staff - Florida Gulf Coast University's Brandon Bednar reacts to being tagged out at third base on a single that also scored an RBI in the first inning against the University of Florida at Hammond Stadium on Tuesday, April 16, 2013, in Fort Myers.
  • David Albers/Staff - Florida Gulf Coast University's Danny Patrick pitches in the fourth inning against the University of Florida at Hammond Stadium on Tuesday, April 16, 2013, in Fort Myers.
  • David Albers/Staff - Florida Gulf Coast University's Brooks Beisner catches a foul fly ball against the University of Florida at Hammond Stadium on Tuesday, April 16, 2013, in Fort Myers.
  • David Albers/Staff - Florida Gulf Coast University plays the University of Florida at Hammond Stadium on Tuesday, April 16, 2013, in Fort Myers.
  • David Albers/Staff - Florida Gulf Coast University's Brooks Beisner walks through the dugout while playing the University of Florida at Hammond Stadium on Tuesday, April 16, 2013, in Fort Myers.


Full gallery »Everblades finish off Jackals, 7-2

  • David Albers/Staff - The Florida Everblades defeat the Elmira Jackals, 7-2, in game six of the ECHL Eastern Conference quarterfinals on Monday, April 15, 2013, in Estero.
  • David Albers/Staff - The Florida Everblades defeat the Elmira Jackals, 7-2, in game six of the ECHL Eastern Conference quarterfinals on Monday, April 15, 2013, in Estero.
  • David Albers/Staff - The Florida Everblades defeat the Elmira Jackals, 7-2, in game six of the ECHL Eastern Conference quarterfinals on Monday, April 15, 2013, in Estero.
  • David Albers/Staff - The Florida Everblades defeat the Elmira Jackals, 7-2, in game six of the ECHL Eastern Conference quarterfinals on Monday, April 15, 2013, in Estero.
  • David Albers/Staff - The Florida Everblades defeat the Elmira Jackals, 7-2, in game six of the ECHL Eastern Conference quarterfinals on Monday, April 15, 2013, in Estero.
  • David Albers/Staff - The Florida Everblades defeat the Elmira Jackals, 7-2, in game six of the ECHL Eastern Conference quarterfinals on Monday, April 15, 2013, in Estero.


Full gallery »Pro hockey: Game 5, Elmira Jackals 5, Florida Everblades 1

  • Florida Everblades vs. Elmira Jackals Kelly Cup first round action. Jackals won game five 5-1 and now trail Everblades 2 games to 3 in their best-of-seven series.
  • Florida Everblades vs. Elmira Jackals Kelly Cup first round action. Jackals won game five 5-1 and now trail Everblades 2 games to 3 in their best-of-seven series.
  • Florida Everblades vs. Elmira Jackals Kelly Cup first round action. Jackals won game five 5-1 and now trail Everblades 2 games to 3 in their best-of-seven series.
  • Florida Everblades vs. Elmira Jackals Kelly Cup first round action. Jackals won game five 5-1 and now trail Everblades 2 games to 3 in their best-of-seven series.
  • Florida Everblades vs. Elmira Jackals Kelly Cup first round action. Jackals won game five 5-1 and now trail Everblades 2 games to 3 in their best-of-seven series.
  • Florida Everblades vs. Elmira Jackals Kelly Cup first round action. Jackals won game five 5-1 and now trail Everblades 2 games to 3 in their best-of-seven series.


Full gallery »Class 2A-District 11 Track and Field Championships

  • Special to the Daily News/Jason Easterly Golden Gate High's Mirlin Cherisme leads the pack during the girls 300 meter hurdles during the FHSAA Class 2A, District 11 track meet District finals held at Golden Gate High School on Friday April 12.
  • Special to the Daily News/Jason Easterly Immokalee High's Lynecee Romelus runs the girls 400 meter run during the FHSAA Class 2A, District 11 track meet District finals held at Golden Gate High School on Friday April 12.
  • Special to the Daily News/Jason Easterly Nick Hallock starts the races during the FHSAA Class 2A, District 11 track meet District finals held at Golden Gate High School on Friday April 12.
  • Special to the Daily News/Jason Easterly Golden Gate High's Yomny Garcia competes in the boys 400 meter run during the FHSAA Class 2A, District 11 track meet District finals held at Golden Gate High School on Friday April 12.
  • Special to the Daily News/Jason Easterly Runners compete in the 400 meter run during the FHSAA Class 2A, District 11 track meet District finals held at Golden Gate High School on Friday April 12.
  • Special to the Daily News/Jason Easterly Immokalee High's Lynecee Romelus runs the girls 400 meter run during the FHSAA Class 2A, District 11 track meet District finals held at Golden Gate High School on Friday April 12.


Full gallery »Pro hockey: Game 4, Everblades 5, Jackals 4

  • Florida Everblades' Adam Brace tries to poke the puck in the goal during the first period against the Elmira Jackals at First Arena in Elmira, NY, Friday evening.
  • Jeff Richards/Special to the Daily News Shawn O’Donnell of the Florida Everblades battles for the puck with the Elmira Jackals’ Dylan Quaile in Game 4 of the teams’ ECHL playoff series Friday night in Elmira, N.Y.
  • Florida Everblades players celebrate their second goal to take the lead in the first period of game four of the Kelly Cup playoffs against the Elmira Jackals at First Arena in Elmira, NY, Friday evening.
  • Florida Everblades' Adam Brace tries to poke the puck in the goal during the first period against the Elmira Jackals at First Arena in Elmira, NY, Friday evening.
  • Florida Everblades' Adam Brace, center, battles Elmira Jackals', Rob Bellamy, left, and Jordan Pietrus for the puck during the first period of game four of the Kelly cup playoffs at First Arena in Elmira, NY, Friday evening.
  • Florida Everblades' Shawn O'Donnell battles Elmira Jackals' Dylan Quaile for the puck during the first period of game four of the Kelly cup playoffs at First Arena in Elmira, NY, Friday evening.


Full gallery »Prep tennis: Barron Collier girls win 3A regional final

  • Scott Butherus/Staff Barron Colliers' Anastasia Kondrasov serves in the 3A regional finals against host Fort Myers on Thursday, April 11, 2013.
  • Scott Butherus/Staff Barron Colliers' Anastasia Kondrasov serves in the 3A regional finals against host Fort Myers on Thursday, April 11, 2013.
  • Scott Butherus/Staff Barron Colliers' Emily Wyman serves in the 3A regional finals against host Fort Myers on Thursday, April 11, 2013.
  • Scott Butherus/Staff Barron Colliers' Emily Wyman has some words with the official in the 3A regional finals against host Fort Myers on Thursday, April 11, 2013.


Full gallery »FGCU Womens Basketball's 2013 banquet

  • David Albers/Staff - Florida Gulf Coast University junior Sarah Hansen is recognized at the women's basketball banquet at the Crowne Point Fort Myers at Bell Tower Shops on Wednesday, April 10, 2013, in Fort Myers.
  • David Albers/Staff - Florida Gulf Coast University senior Joyce Iamstrong speaks with supporters at the women's basketball banquet at the Crowne Point Fort Myers at Bell Tower Shops on Wednesday, April 10, 2013, in Fort Myers.
  • David Albers/Staff - Florida Gulf Coast University's women's basketball team hosts their 2nd annual banquet at the Crowne Point Fort Myers at Bell Tower Shops on Wednesday, April 10, 2013, in Fort Myers.
  • David Albers/Staff - Florida Gulf Coast University senior Joyce Iamstrong is recognized at the women's basketball banquet at the Crowne Point Fort Myers at Bell Tower Shops on Wednesday, April 10, 2013, in Fort Myers.
  • David Albers/Staff - Florida Gulf Coast University's women's basketball team hosts their 2nd annual banquet at the Crowne Point Fort Myers at Bell Tower Shops on Wednesday, April 10, 2013, in Fort Myers.
  • David Albers/Staff - Florida Gulf Coast University's women's basketball team hosts their 2nd annual banquet at the Crowne Point Fort Myers at Bell Tower Shops on Wednesday, April 10, 2013, in Fort Myers.


Full gallery »Game 3, Florida Everblades 2, Elmira Jackals 1 OT

  • Everblades #12 Corey Trivino. Rick Bacmanski/Special to the Daily News
  • Blades #52 Oliver Dame-Malka in action. Rick Bacmanski/Special to the Daily News
  • Blades goalie Jesse Deckert makes the first period stop on the attacking Jackals. Rick Bacmanski/Special to the Daily News
  • First Period FaceOff action in the Florida zone. Rick Bacmanski/Special to the Daily News
  • Jackals #21 Louis Caporusso fights Blades #6 Tommy Kovisto to get into the Florida zone. Rick Bacmanski/Special to the Daily News
  • Jackals captain Jean Borbeau gets sent to the ice in second period play. Rick Bacmanski/Special to the Daily News


Full gallery »Golf: 2013 Terra Cotta Invitational

  • Special to the Daily News/Jason Easterly Nathan Kimsey of Lincolnshire, England tees from the third hole during the Terra Cotta Invitational held at Naples National Golf Club on Sunday, April 7, 2013.
  • Special to the Daily News/Jason Easterly Nathan Kimsey of Lincolnshire, England tees from the third tee box during the Terra Cotta Invitational held at Naples National Golf Club on Sunday, April 7, 2013.
  • Special to the Daily News/Jason Easterly Josh Lee of Orange Park, Fla. hits his second shot from the second hole fairway during the Terra Cotta Invitational held at Naples National Golf Club on Sunday, April 7, 2013.
  • Special to the Daily News/Jason Easterly Philipp Westermann of Pinneberg, Germany hits his second shot from the second hole fairway during the Terra Cotta Invitational held at Naples National Golf Club on Sunday, April 7, 2013.
  • Special to the Daily News/Jason Easterly Robbie Shelton, IV , of Wilmer, Ala. chips onto the second green during the Terra Cotta Invitational held at Naples National Golf Club on Sunday, April 7, 2013.
  • Special to the Daily News/Jason Easterly Terra Cotta Invitational held at Naples National Golf Club on Sunday, April 7, 2013.


Full gallery »Everblades scream past Elmira, 5-1, in first game of 2013 quarterfinals

  • David Albers/Staff - Florida Everblades forward Brandon MacLean argues a call in the first period against the Elmira Jackals during the first game of the ECHL Eastern Conference quarterfinals at Germain Arena on Friday, April 5, 2013, in Estero.
  • David Albers/Staff - The Florida Everblades take the ice against the Elmira Jackals at the first game of the ECHL Eastern Conference quarterfinals at Germain Arena on Friday, April 5, 2013, in Estero.
  • David Albers/Staff - Florida Everblades forward Corey Trivino chases Elmira defenseman Ben Blood in the first period of the first game of the ECHL Eastern Conference quarterfinals at Germain Arena on Friday, April 5, 2013, in Estero.
  • David Albers/Staff - Florida Everblades defenseman Mike Ratchuk is checked by Elmira forward Rob Bellamy in the first period of the first game of the ECHL Eastern Conference quarterfinals at Germain Arena on Friday, April 5, 2013, in Estero.
  • David Albers/Staff - Illuminating hockey pins await purchase at the first game of the ECHL Eastern Conference quarterfinals between the Florida Everblades and the Elmira Jackals at Germain Arena on Friday, April 5, 2013, in Estero.
  • David Albers/Staff - The Florida Everblades defeat the Elmira Jackals, 5-1, in the first game of the ECHL Eastern Conference quarterfinals at Germain Arena on Friday, April 5, 2013, in Estero.



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