Rowdies Loan Luis Alvarez to Charlotte Independence

February 12, 2026 - ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. - The Tampa Bay Rowdies announced today the club has loaned midfielder Luis Alvarez to USL League One's Charlotte Independence for the 2026 season, pending league and federation approval. Per club policy, terms of the loan agreement were not disclosed. Alvarez recorded two goals and three assists in 20 appearances across all competitions for the Rowdies during the 2025 campaign. The Honduran midfielder joined the club midway through last season via transfer from Charlotte... Full Story

Rowdies Fall 2-0 to Philadelphia Union in Preseason

February 7, 2026 - ST. PETERSBURG, Fla - The Tampa Bay Rowdies fell 2-0 in a preseason meeting with last year's Major League Soccer Supporters Shield winners Philadelphia Union on Saturday evening at Al Lang Stadium. "I think for large portions of the game it was toe-to-toe," said Rowdies Head Coach Dominic Casciato. "I thought we maybe had the better of the chances. I think in the last 20 minutes or so, when they brought on some of their big guns, they maybe showed they were a bit more clinical than us in the ... Full Story

The Tampa Bay Sun Foundation Is Proud to Present Free Youth Soccer Clinics, Generously Powered ByTECO

February 6, 2026 - The Tampa Bay Sun Foundation is proud to present FREE youth soccer clinics, generously powered by TECO and open to the entire community. These clinics are available to boys and girls ages 7-13 and welcome players of all skill levels-from those new to the sport to young athletes looking to further develop their game. Led by U.S. Soccer-licensed coaches, the clinics are designed to provide a fun, supportive, and healthy environment focused on skill development, teamwork, and a love for the g... Full Story

Yankees Name Zak Wasserman as Tampa Tarpons' Manager in 2026

February 5, 2026 - TAMPA, FL. - The New York Yankees have announced the Tampa Tarpons' 2026 coaching staff, led by newly appointed manager Zak Wasserman. Wasserman, the Tarpons' fourth manager in as many years, replaces Aaron Bossi, who will serve as the High-A Hudson Valley Renegades' manager in 2026. Wasserman enters his third season in the Yankees organization and his first as manager of the Tampa Tarpons. Before joining the Tarpons, Wasserman spent 2025 as the Defensive Coach for the Triple-A Scranton Wi... Full Story

• Yankees Name Zak Wasserman as Tampa Tarpons' Manager in 2026 - Tampa Tarpons (FSL) February 5
• The Sun Celebrate National Girls & Women in Sports Day - Tampa Bay Sun FC (GSL) February 4
• Rowdies and Sarasota Paradise Introduce Charity "Cochol Cup" - Tampa Bay Rowdies (USL) February 3
• Tampa Bay Sun FC Adds Faith Webber of NWSL on Loan; Tash Flint of Gainbridge Super League Heads to Denver Summit - Tampa Bay Sun FC (GSL) January 30
• Tampa Bay Sun FC Signs Defender Taylor Chism - Tampa Bay Sun FC (GSL) January 29
• Rowdies Earn 2-2 Preseason Draw against St. Louis City SC - Tampa Bay Rowdies (USL) January 28
• Tampa Bay Sun FC Welcomes Liz Beardsley on Loan from Houston Dash - Tampa Bay Sun FC (GSL) January 28
• Rowdies and FYSA TOPSoccer Team up for Soccer Around the World - Tampa Bay Rowdies (USL) January 26
• Rowdies Draw 2-2 with New York City FC in Preseason Opener - Tampa Bay Rowdies (USL) January 23
• Tampa Bay Sun FC Welcomes Midfielder Maddie Pokorny on Loan from Racing Louisville FC - Tampa Bay Sun FC (GSL) January 23
• Sign up for Free Youth Soccer Clinics Before Upcoming Home Matches - Tampa Bay Sun FC (GSL) January 22
• Tampa Bay Sun FC Announces Retirement of Defender Ava Tankersley - Tampa Bay Sun FC (GSL) January 22
• Rowdies Acquire Defender Brian Schaefer on Loan from FC Cincinnati - Tampa Bay Rowdies (USL) January 22
• Rowdies Set 2026 Preseason Schedule - Tampa Bay Rowdies (USL) January 22
• Tampa Bay Sun Football Club Announces Forward Emma Gaines-Ramos Has Been Recalled by Washington Spirit - Tampa Bay Sun FC (GSL) January 21
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