Go for Wand Death and Douglas Fallout Across Sport
Edward Schuyler Jr. reflects on the Go for Wand’s fatal Belmont Park breakdown and Buster Douglas’s controversial boxing upset. He contrasts fan anger and admiration with questions of pride, heart, and the sport’s commercial pressures.
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Rising Suns Open NBA Season In Japan
The Suns and the Jazz open the NBA season in Tokyo marking the first regular season games outside North America that count toward standings. Commissioner Stern notes rising interest in Japan. Phoenix coach Fitzsimmons prepared for a 16 hour time difference with 3 am practices. Other Friday openers include Orlando at Atlanta and Cleveland at Boston.
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Aiken Thoroughbreds Ready for Crosstown Clash
South Aiken visits Aiken High in a key region showdown with Aiken 6-0 in league play and 3A No.3 ranked, while South Aiken seeks a playoff berth at 8-1 overall. Coach Larry Nelson warns of a high-stakes, close game contrasting past seasons.
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Aiken and South Aiken Face Crucial High School showdown
At Hagood Stadium Friday night Aiken, record 5-5, seeks a possible at large playoff bid in a key clash with 8 1 season leader South Aiken 8-1 6 0 region. South Aiken already clinched the region title and hosts a first round playoff game. Aiken needs win to boost at large chances.
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Local High School Playoff Picture Tight After Week 11
South Aiken clinched a region crown with a 28-0 win over C.A. Johnson and Aiken must win at Hagood Stadium to keep playoff hopes alive. Silver Bluff also secured a region title with a 21-0 victory at Jasper County and hosts Wade Hampton in the first round. Midland Valley and Strom Thurmond need wins and help to earn spots.
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High School Football Playoff Chase Faces North Augusta
High school football schedule features North Augusta at Yellow Jacket Stadium Friday. Mustangs seek a win and favorable outcomes to clinch a playoff berth while Strom Thurmond needs wins and losses elsewhere. Ridge Spring Monetta Barnwell and North Augusta already eye home games. Wagener-Salley and others push for final spots.
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Hawks look to rebound with low expectations this season
Atlanta star Dominique Wilkins says the Hawks, coming off a 41 41 season that missed the playoffs, face little external pressure as the team aims to prove itself. The 1988 Moses Malone Reggie Theus era is recalled amid ongoing overhaul and optimism.
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No Answers Yet Found For USC's Questionable D
South Carolina linebacker Mike Landry faced questions after Sparky Woods spoke to reporters but defensive woes remained. The Gamecocks yielded 855 yards and 76 points in two games, including a 38 35 loss to The Citadel and a 38 29 defeat at NC State, prompting Landry to admit uncertainty about the defense.
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