United States tops rival to reach world championship meeting
In Indianapolis a dominant third quarter helped the United States beat an undefeated opponent and reach a world championships meeting with Argentina. Michael Finley and Paul Pierce each scored 20 points, with Shawn Marion adding 16 as the Americans improved to 5-0. In Louisville, BMX rider Will New won the 16-year-old novice division at the National Bicycle League Grand Nationals, ending Labor Day weekend strong, while cousin Jesse Adams placed sixth in the 12-year-old rookie class.
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Local High School Sports Schedule Tonight
Today in Aiken and surrounding areas a packed slate of events includes cross country at Greenwooe at 5 pm, tennis at Ridge View at 5 pm, and multiple volleyball and basketball matchups across South Aiken, Midland Valley, Brookland Cayce, and Lexington. Notable games feature Ridge View at Aiken and Strom Thurmond at North Augusta with several JV and girls teams in action.
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TV Schedule Highlights with Baseball and Tennis Events
A list of broadcast times and networks for baseball games including Brewers at Cubs Pirates at Braves Red Sox at Yankees plus US Open tennis and World Championships basketball. Also mentions Royals at Athletics and US Open tennis on multiple channels and times.
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Brandt Named USC Aiken Lady Pacers Coach
USC Aiken selects Mike Brandt as the new head women's basketball coach after Phil Stern's resignation. Brandt, 39, previously led Northeastern Junior College in Sterling Colorado for 13 years and accepted the position after being one of two finalists. Warrick cited a fast yet thorough search and optimism about continuing Stern’s success.
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Hunter runs roughshod to 259 yards in big win
Rashad Hunter rushed 259 yards and two touchdowns on 40 carries as South Aiken High School beat Midland Valley 26-13. He credited his offensive line and noted no big breakaways, saying he simply took what was there and kept running. Hunter earned the Aiken Standard Domino’s Pizza Player of the Week.
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Bowden lauds Clemson defense after tough test
Clemson coach Tommy Bowden praises new coordinator John Lovett as the Tigers beat a highly ranked opponent 31 28 with 203 yards of offense. Bowden noted the team’s early learning curve and credited improvement under the new system after the Georgia game.
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Next game set with Louisiana Tech at Clemson
A Saturday 1 p.m. matchup features Louisiana Tech at Clemson. Louisiana Tech holds a 1-0 record while Clemson starts 0-1. last meeting ended 49-24 in 2002 Humanitarian Bowl.
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Williams sisters win to move closer to US Open final
In New York, Serena Williams overwhelmed Daniela Hantuchova 6-2 6-2 to reach the semifinals while Venus Williams survived a tougher test against Chanda Rubin 6-2 4-6 7-5 to reach the quarterfinals. Also, Pete Sampras and Andy Roddick advanced in the men's quarterfinals as Haas faltered on a double fault.
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USCA soccer teams diverse in makeups
USCA women rely on 12 freshmen and 10 returning players after graduations of top scorers Katie Lawrence Jacqueline Francois and Kirsten Haas. Coach Ike Ofoje notes youth and leadership gaps while senior captain Julie Padgett and veterans aim to balance the squad after a 3 0 season opening win at North Georgia.
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