Attitude change boosts Texas under Herman at media days
Texas coach Tom Herman says the Longhorns shifted from compliant to committed before the 2014 season. He notes a restored belief in the locker room after a 7-6 Texas Bowl finish following a 33-16 win over Missouri. Oklahoma remains favored in the Big 12 preseason poll.
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Goose Creek Memorial Boosters Seek Football Sponsors
The Goose Creek Memorial Football Booster Club is selling sponsorships for the upcoming season to fund away game meals, and possibly a new football tunnel and the football and awards banquet. Sponsors range from $250 Bronze to $1,000 Platinum, with emails for information.
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Ross Sterling Lady Ranger Volleyball Camp Schedule
Ross Sterling High School will host a summer volleyball camp for incoming freshmen and grades 5 through 8 from July 24 to 27. Session 1 for freshmen runs 9 a.m. to noon and Session 2 for grades 5–8 runs 1 to 4 p.m. Contact coach Candace Southall at candace.southall gecisd.net for information.
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Faith Cook transfers from UTEP to Sam Houston State
Faith Cook, former Goose Creek Memorial standout, leaves UTEP after two seasons to join Sam Houston State. She logged 5.8 points per game and 35 percent from three last season as one of four Miners to transfer.
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Cyclist Martin Wong Tours for Charitable Cause Across North America
Toronto native Martin Frank Wong rides through Baytown on a North American charity tour named Cross Continent 4 Cars. He began June 19 in Mexico City aiming to reach his hometown by September to honor his late girlfriend Dr. Carina Valdespino Villeda who worked with Doctors Without Borders. He funds the journey by IT recruiting work and seeks donations online, planning daily park or campsite stops to keep within a $10 daily budget. Wong notes Texas hospitality and even a brisket sandwich incident as he progresses toward New Orleans and Charlotte while engaging with locals along the East Coast route.
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NBA expands real time stats for betting market
Las Vegas AP reports the NBA is upgrading official data feeds to deliver near real time stats for in game betting as the Supreme Court opens states to wagering. Commissioner Adam Silver says leagues seek compensation for intellectual property while state policies shape how casinos pay for data.
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TCU and Oklahoma leaders at Big 12 media day in Frisco
Gary Patterson notes he did not bring Shawn Robinson to Big 12 media day for superstition reasons while Oklahoma stars Kyler Murray and Baker Mayfield successor questions loom. QBs Kyle Kempt and Will Grier receive attention as candidates amid limited representation. Patterson cites past outcomes with Kenny Hill and the 6-7 2018 season. Murray headed for baseball with Athletics after signing for 4.66 million, while Kendall and other contenders vie for Oklahoma and TCU quarterback roles.
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