Remembering Jim Valvano and His Enduring Words
A personal reflection on Jim Valvano’s life and philosophy. The writer recalls Valvano’s courage against bone cancer, his ESPY remarks about laughing thinking and crying, and the impact of his character on players, friends, and fans.
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Canadiens Eliminate Nordiques In Adams Division Clash
Montreal swept the Quebec Nordiques four straight after a 6-2 game to win the Adams Division series. Paul DiPietro emerged as the unlikely hero with three goals and one assist, stepping in for injured Stephan Lebeau.
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Sports TV Schedule Highlights Evening Lineup
Television listing covers April 29 programs including Red Wings vs Maple Leafs at 7 30 p m and Hornets vs Celtics at 8 p m plus Spurs at Trail Blazers and Flames at Kings. Also features This Week in NASCAR and local high school tennis baseball softball soccer golf matches and regional broadcasts.
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Correction Misidentification in Aiken High Golf Report
Aiken High School golfer Bryan Young led Aiken to victory over South Aiken High School with a one under 35. The Wednesday edition incorrectly referred to him as Eric Young. The Aiken Standard apologizes for the error.
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Strong field highlighted for Southern Cross junior invitational
The 19th Southern Cross at Palmetto Golf Club draws 28 teams and four individuals from across classifications with top juniors like Justin Roof and Charles Warren. Organizers say the field is the strongest yet and some programs had to be turned away. Tommy Beirshenk and past medalist David Seawell are noted alumni in a preview of the event.
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Union High School
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Boiling Springs High School
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David Seawell
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Clemson University
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Marlins snap Braves four game skid in Atlanta win
Benito Santiago's ninth inning infield single drove in the go ahead run as the Florida Marlins beat the Atlanta Braves 3 The win lifts Florida to 9 12 while Atlanta falls to 11 12 for their first sub .500 mark since last June The Marlins bullpen and timely hits tipped the outcome with Greg Briley aboard to start the ninth and Brian Harvey sealing the save.
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Valvano Visits Kennedy For Final Talk On Death Bed Bond
Florida State coach Pat Kennedy visited Jim Valvano last Thursday at Duke Hospital where Valvano, in the final fight of his life, spoke of basketball and the NCAA rule changes. Kennedy recalled Valvano’s remarkable spirit and lifelong impact as messages of friendship poured in from Duke coach Mike Krzyzewski and others.
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Derby Dream Up Close For Rokeby's Mack Miller
Louisville notes Mack Miller longtime Rokeby Stable conditioner for Paul Mellon aims to run a Kentucky Derby hopeful. The bay colt in Barn 38 at Churchill Downs trains after Keeneland workouts and could become Mellon's final Derby horse as the operation winds down.
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