Pettitte Returns as Astros Top Pirates 2-0 in Debut Victory
Andy Pettitte, back from a strained elbow, shut down Pittsburgh over six innings for his first win as an Astro. He allowed one hit and walked none, while Raul Mondesi provided the Pirates’ sole baserunner with a walk and a first‑inning single. Pettitte celebrated milestone 150th victory as Houston held on.
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Sterling Lady Tigers rout Spring Woods in bidistrict blowout
Sterling pitcher Kristi Malpass dominated as Lily Kahanek struggled early before Sterling pulled away to a 10-0 five inning win at the Sterling Softball Field. Malpass fanned 12 while allowing two hits. Spring Woods ends 17-9. Sterling advances to face La Porte in the area round.
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Lee Baseball Drops Playoff Hopes in 10-0 Loss at Kingwood
Lee fell 10-0 to District 22-5A champion Kingwood in a game that ended a possible playoff run on Thursday. The Mustangs built a big early lead and held Lee hitless through four innings as Lee’s season wraps with a 6 p.m. game at Herrington Field. Freshman Jeremy Moses is slated to start as Lee says goodbye to five seniors.
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City youth fishing tourney set at Sylvan Beach Pier
The eighth annual City of La Porte Youth Fishing Tournament invites area youngsters ages 5 to 14 to Sylvan Beach Pier from 9 to 11:30 a.m. Participation is limited to 150. awards follow with ribbons, bags, and a soft drink. Prizes include longest fish and eel, shortest fish, best-looking, ugliest, and most unusual catch. Pre-register by phone 281-470-9891. on-site start at 7:30 a.m. Bring tackle. catch and release.
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Doyle Claims Big 12 Javelin Title With 179 7 Throw
Katy Doyle of Texas A&M set a new NCAA leading mark by throwing 179 feet 7 inches to win the Big 12 championship in Norman Oklahoma. The performance surpassed her previous best by nearly 19 feet.
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Fun Ford Weekend at Houston Raceway Park
Baytown Houston Raceway Park hosts the 16th Annual Fun Ford Weekend from today through Sunday. Activities begin with a test and tune today from 10 am to 4 pm.Saturday and Sunday feature All Ford drag racing, a car show, swap meet, and car corral with Ford models from pickups to Mustangs Taurus.
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