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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Aug 20, 1996
Page
8
In the spotlight, a homer drove in five runs as the Yankees defeated the Mariners 10-4. The game highlighted strong offense and pitching to secure the win with a clear edge on the plate.
11 year old Christopher Hudson of Aiken finished third in his division at an Iron Kids triathlon in Atlanta among 20 entrants. He previously won triathlons at Lake Murray and Charleston earlier this year.
ESPN and ESPN2 feature boxing golf tennis and baseball events including Reds at Braves and Rangers at Indians. The Little League World Series games air on multiple channels while the Expos visit the Padres and the Du Maurier Open continues on ESPN2.
Aiken Post 26 ending their best season with a 6-1 loss to Rowan County in the Southeast Regionals. South Carolina state champions finish 33-8 after 22 regional games. coach Bruce Zuehrke says the team absorbs the defeat but holds pride in state title and 15 inning regional win.
Midland Valley High School faces a football season after key players briefly missed practice when Post 26 was eliminated in the Southeastern Regional baseball tournament. Coach Clayton Chriswell defended his players and coach Bruce Zuehlke, emphasizing loyalty and multi sport commitment as Midland Valley prepares to open on August 30 against South Aiken High.
Carolina Panthers first round pick Tshimanga Biakabutuka joined practice for the first time after ending his contract holdout. He worked with the first team offense in a non contact session, with coach Dom Capers noting initial rust but retention from meetings and aiming to be ready for the Sept. 1 opener vs Atlanta.
South Carolina athletics director Mike McGee announces the $13.5 million south end zone expansion at Williams-Brice Stadium, adding 1,600 club seats and a 11,500 square foot banquet hall. The upgrade, funded by the athletic department, aims to boost premium seating for the season opener on September 7 against Central Florida.
Carolina Panthers cut 18 players led by starting guard Sean Love after three exhibitions. Fourth rounder Norberto Garrido and Mathew Campbell win spots as upgrades at guard and tackle, while Tony Smith goes on injured reserve. Jim Kubiak to military reserve. Roster trimmed to 61 ahead of NFL deadline to reach 60.
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