Sports columns from Bradenton, FL

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Bradenton Herald sports writer Alan Dell

Commentary | History says Greg Schiano's double talk doesn't bode well for Bucs QB Josh Freeman

The coach is tailoring his comments to fit his audience, and what he didn't say this week might be more important.

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JASON DILL

Commentary | Bevy of Bradenton Gladiators named Florida Football Alliance all-stars

Even though it wasn't a glorious run to a Florida Football Alliance championship, the Bradenton Gladiators are still being recognized this weekend as All-Star selections for the NFC.
ALAN DELL

Commentary | Kansas coach shows true Self at Dick Vitale Gala; Bowden holds court

If Andrew Wiggins was at the Dick Vitale Gala, he likely would've pointed to Bill Self as the reason he chose Kansas.
FLORIDA STATE SEMINOLES

Dick Vitale Gala | At 83, Bobby Bowden has no regrets, still feisty

Bobby Bowden is not sure the new college football playoff is a good thing, but he is certain he doesn't want to be on the selection committee.
JASON DILL

Commentary | Gladiators must wait until next year

The Bradenton Gladiators entered last Saturday's Florida Football Alliance NFC Championship game facing a familiar opponent.
TAMPA BAY BUCCANEERS

Commentary | Ronde Barber deserves swift induction into Pro Football Hall of Fame

This we know about Barber, whose 16-year NFL career officially came to an end last week: He was an anonymous giant.
HIGH SCHOOL SPORTS

Prep Rally | Crystal ball yields five predictions

Another spring season is coming to a close, and with it another prep sports season. What can we expect from here?
MANATEE

College Football Hall of Fame commentary | Tommie Frazier to take rightful place among game's greats

How good was Tommie Frazier? He ran the option like Magic Johnson played point guard. He threw a pass like Reggie Miller hit 3-pointers and won like NBA legend Bill Russell.
JASON DILL

Commentary | Big opening night at Full Throttle Speedway in East Manatee

The remodeled and renamed Full Throttle Speedway had its Grand Opening on Saturday night.
ALAN DELL

Commentary | Joe Hills' Arena League heroics earn him an invitation to Carolina Panthers camp

This time, things might go right for Joe Hills.
BAYSHORE

Prep Rally | Bayshore softball's ride to region final a memorable one

If it were easy to do something memorable, something that breaks new ground or blazes a trail, everybody would do it. And milestones wouldn't be special at all.