Michigan drops to No 2 as USC narrows gap in BCS
Michigan fell 42-39 to Ohio State but held second in the Bowl Championship Series with a margin tight against Southern California. USC trails at .919 with two games left while Ohio State clinched a spot in the BCS title game and joined the 1.000 club under the 2004 formula.
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Dayton and Texas City clash in Class 4A playoff set
Dayton (9-2) meets Texas City (8-3) in a Friday football playoff at Stallworth Stadium with kickoff at 7 p.m. The winner advances in the Class 4A bracket.
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Weekly high school games slate varied matchups
Today’s schedule lists Manuel at Lee at 11 a m for JV and 12 30 p m for varsity Sterling at Westbury Christian at 3 p m JV and 4 30 p m varsity NE Christian Academy at Barbers Hill at 5 30 p m varsity Sterling at Crosby at 4 30 p m freshmen 6 p m JV and 7 30 p m varsity Livingston at Barbers Hill 4 p m freshmen 5 30 p m JV and 7 p m varsity
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Sports slate featuring Maui Invitational and CBE Classic action
Notre core schedule outlines quarterfinals and semifinals across Maui Invitational and CBE Classic. Memphis faces Oklahoma, Georgia Tech plays Purdue, DePaul vs Kentucky, Chaminade vs UCLA, Duke vs Air Force, Marquette vs Texas Tech. Pro bets include Rockets at Knicks and Orlando at Memphis, Giants at Jaguars, plus NHL Colorado at Dallas. Contact to editor Doyle Barlow.
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Barbers Hill Coach Honored After Close Playoff Loss
The Baytown Sun column reflects on the 2006 high school football season ending with Barbers Hill's 31-28 loss to Beaumont Central. It cites coach Don Price's leadership, quarterback Blake Patton's injury, and the season’s lasting impact on players, coaches, and the writer.
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Carr ties NFL record in 24 21 loss to Bills
Houston quarterback David Carr tied the NFL record with 22 consecutive completions but his effort fizzled as Peerless Price caught a late 13 second touchdown pass to give Buffalo a 24 21 win over the Texans. J P Losman had 209 yards in the first quarter and 223 yards total with no TDs.
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Cowboys hand Colts first loss
The Dallas Cowboys defeated the Indianapolis Colts 21 to 14, handing them their first defeat of the season. Peyton Manning threw two interceptions and lost a fumble as Indianapolis finished with several turnovers, ending their 9-1 start and shifting focus to divisional and AFC top seed race. The Cowboys, led by an early game strong defense, earned a key win despite a mixed performance from their quarterback.
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Crosby paint ball facility reopens as Strike Force Paint Ball
Crosby’s Strike Force Paint Ball at 19726 Miller Wilson Road has reopened after a summer closure due to high heat. The seven acre family run site offers two nets and a scenario course with rental gear, base price 34 dollars for 500 paintballs and all day air, plus options for players with own equipment. Co owner Michael Bonham notes they aim for fun and safety while expanding access for youths and families in the area.
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