The Tampa Bay Sun are in the playoffs and looking to add their own trophy to the Champa Bay case!

In this episode of Unlocking Tampa Bay, we sit down with Sun captain Jordyn Listro to hear her thoughts on the team’s inaugural season, how fun it is to ride a water taxi to games, and her affection for the Heat Wave, as Sun supporters are affectionately known. A native of Toronto, Listro fell in love with Tampa as a standout on the University of South Florida’s women’s soccer team and made it her mission to stick around the area for her professional career. When a Tampa Bay team in the newly-formed USL Super League was announced, it was a dream come true for Listro, especially playing under her former USF coach now Sun coach Denise Schilte-Brown.

With the Sun hosting a semifinal game in the USL Super League playoffs this Saturday at Riverfront Stadium against Dallas Trinity FC, they’ll need all the hometown support to continue their run and add to the city’s hardware collection. Go Sun!

🌟 Highlights of this Episode:

• Tampa Bay Sun FC : https://www.tampabaysunfc.com/
• Semi-final playoff game day tickets: https://seatgeek.com/tampa-bay-sun-fc-tickets
• More info on Jordyn: https://www.tampabaysunfc.com/roster/jordyn-listro/

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In this episode of Unlocking Tampa Bay, we chat with Jess Anderson, the Director of Business Development for Oxford Commons Hospitality Company. One of Oxford Commons’ new ventures involves the relocation of South Tampa institution Mad Dogs & Englishmen from its longtime digs on MacDill Avenue to its new home a mile down the street. The new location spans 6,000 square feet and is a modern take on a classic British pub with multiple dining areas – including a Moroccan Room, a cozy fireplace lounge, and dog-friendly patios – considerably more parking, and a comfy, home-like feel thanks to a team of residential designers creating the aesthetic. Jess talks about how busy the restaurant has been since it opened, how the concept was received by longtime regulars of the original location, and how they’ve managed to create a family-friendly, community gathering spot for the South of Gandy neighborhood. On top of the buzz created by a new location, Mad Dogs & Englishmen was added as a recommended restaurant to the MICHELIN Guide just four weeks after reopening, further adding to the whirlwind last few months. Tune in to hear how the team is handling all of their success as well as what else might be coming down the pipeline Oxford Commons Hospitality in the near future.

🌟 Highlights of this Episode:

• Oxford Commons: https://oxcommons.com/
• Mad Dogs and Englishmen: https://maddogs.com/

• MICHELIN Guide to Florida, Tampa Restaurants:https://guide.michelin.com/us/en/florida/tampa/restaurants?sort=distance

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In this episode of Unlocking Tampa Bay, we sit down with Tampa Bay Rays Chief Business Officer Bill Walsh to discuss what fans can expect this season as the Rays move across the bay to Tampa and temporarily call George M. Steinbrenner Field home for the 2025 season. We explore how the stadium is being transformed from the New York Yankees spring training facility to deliver an authentic Rays experience—switching out signage, incorporating local food vendors, and even installing 3,000 pieces of art to make it feel like home. Bill shares insights on the behind-the-scenes efforts, including the impressive four-day turnaround between the last Yankees Spring Training game and the Rays home opener. We discuss the exciting opportunities of playing in an outdoor venue—think fireworks and special celebrations under the stars – as well as the Rays’ gratitude to the Yankees for allowing them to use the stadium and the eventual return to “home base” at Tropicana Field next season. Tune in for a peek behind the curtain at how the Rays plan to keep the fan experience unforgettable in this unique chapter of Tampa Bay baseball!

🌟 Highlights of this Episode:

• Tampa Bay Rays: https://www.mlb.com/rays

• Shop Rays: https://thebayrepublic.com/

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