As sophomores, they were the faces of their respective programs. Petey Smith, Jarvis Giles, Jairus Jones. ...more

February 3, 2009

Most coaches forced to deal with a barrage of adversity, including losing their starting quarterback midway through a season, might wilt under the pressure. ...more

January 30, 2009

verything about the Super Bowl is bigger, grander and more expensive. There is no better example than the live television production. ...more

January 30, 2009

What young boy hasn't pretended to be a professional football player during a pickup game in their backyard? Plant players get to do it for real Friday night at Raymond James Stadium, but first they had to practice like the pros. ...more

January 27, 2009

Ben Roethlisberger has nearly 100 pounds and seven inches on Phillip Ely. That won't stop the Plant High sophomore quarterback from trying to emulate the Pittsburgh Steelers' leader. ...more

January 21, 2009

Ryne Giddins and Aaron Murray enjoyed a healthy rivalry when the two lined up opposite each other the past two seasons. Now the two are on the same team after Parade magazine recognized them for their talent and skills. ...more

January 19, 2009

TAMPA -- Master of ceremonies Jack Harris was in the middle of Plant High School's championship celebration today when he spotted a familiar face in the crowd. "I see Coach Tony Dungy," Harris said. "It's great to have you back where you belong." ...more

January 16, 2009

Former Plant High School quarterback Robert Marve has asked for and been granted his release from the University of Miami after speaking with Hurricanes head coach Randy Shannon on Tuesday, the school announced. ...more

December 30, 2008

A little more than three years ago, Lance Tillison was displaced from his home in Slidell, La., by Hurricane Katrina. ...more

December 27, 2008

Plant coach Robert Weiner gathered his players before Saturday's Class 4A state championship game and gave them a simple directive. ...more

December 21, 2008