Washington drops Redskins nickname amid sponsor pressure
The Washington NFL franchise announced it is dropping the Redskins name and Indian head logo amid sponsor pressure and decades of criticism. A new team name is to be chosen, with Dan Snyder and coach Ron Rivera leading the development, as sponsors FedEx Nike Pepsi and Bank of America joined the push for change. Native leaders praised the move while calling for full removal of Native imagery from sports, urging swift action across leagues.
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High school sports resume workouts amid COVID safety rules
Goose Creek CISD along with Barbers Hill and Crosby resumed workouts after a COVID layoff. Masks on field, social distancing, and open locker rooms per UIL guidance. Baytown Lee and GCM show lower turnout. athletes wear masks during drills. trainers from Houston Methodist on site. Practices run Monday to Thursday at Lee and GCM, Sterling five days.
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Westbrook tests positive for covid as Rockets plan NBA restart
Russell Westbrook announced he tested positive for covid-19 before the Rockets travel to Orlando for the NBA restart. He said he is quarantined, feeling well, and will rejoin the team once cleared. Separately, Cory Roper returns to Texas for the Wanker 350 at Texas Motor Speedway after finishing 23rd in Kentucky. Sterling volleyball cancels camp due to pandemic while resuming workouts ahead of season.
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Redfish Stars and Big Prizes in Coastal STAR Tournament
The Coastal Conservation Association STAR tournament awards a million dollars in gear and scholarships. Winners include eight-year-old Marilyn Monroe in the Redfish Division and others from Corpus Christi to Baffin Bay. Prizes include a Ford F-150 for the first five tagged redfish and a 25,000 scholarship for under 18 winners.
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