Astros and White Sox Meet in Odd World Series
The 2005 Fall Classic pits the 20-1 Astros and 22-1 White Sox in Chicago. Clemens versus Contreras headlines a pitching duel as both clubs chase their first titles. Chicago fans celebrate while noting historic gaps since 1917 and 1959.
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Baytown Christian hosts playoff opener with undefeated district run
Baytown Christian Academy kicks off post season Friday at 4 p.m. hosting New Braunfels Christian after finishing district play undefeated for the eighth straight year. Coach Kelle Bond says focus is on their side of the net as they pursue a playoff run backed by improved defense and ball control. Senior Carrie Fisk highlights team unity and heart driving progress from a six starter turnover season.
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Texas Longhorns Eye Final Four Hopes at Media Day
At Big 12 Media Day Texas stars look to meet high preseason expectations while ribbing P J Tucker about last season's academic ineligibility that cost him 14 games. LaMarcus Aldridge returns from hip injury, and Daniel Gibson is the reigning Big 12 freshman of the year as Rick Barnes cautions about titles being premature.
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White socks boycott fuels World Series pride and fandom
A fan urges Astros backers to abandon white socks to boost the team in the World Series. He jokes about the social discomfort, urges sockless or red-footwear support, and even jokes about enforcement to keep the unorthodox look going for a historic Colt .45s origin story and 43 year wait for a title.
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Astros win World Series clincher ending Houston title drought
Houston completed a 5-1 victory over St Louis to clinch the World Series and end the city’s 44-season wait for a title. Clemens, Pettitte, and Oswalt ready for alternates as Lidge earns praise. Clemens signs for 2005, boasting a 1.87 ERA.
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