St Petersburg, Florida | WTA appoints new CEO – Portia Archer

Portia Archer has been appointed the new CEO of the WTA and will take up the post on 29 July

The WTA has appointed NBA G League Chief Operating Officer Portia Archer as its new CEO to replace Steve Simon, who will remain in his role as WTA chairman, it was announced on Wednesday.

The WTA is an organisation I have long admired. It has pioneered the growth and development of women's professional sport around the world, and I am excited to have the opportunity to join the team as we deliver our ambitions for the Tour and ... Read more

No. 4 on the list of Tampa Bay’s Most Powerful Politicians

St. Petersburg Mayor Ken Welch continues to hang out in the Top 5 on the list of Tampa Bay’s Most Powerful Politicians, landing the No. 4 spot this year after nearly topping the list last year at No. 2.

It’s no surprise that someone ... Read more

Red Sox OF Wilyer Abreu sprains ankle on dugout steps, goes

May 22, 2024; St. Petersburg, Florida, USA; Boston Red Sox outfielder Wilyer Abreu (52) celebrates after beating the Tampa Bay Rays at Tropicana Field. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-USA TODAY Sports

The Boston Red Sox placed Wilye ... Read more