Mickelson wins PGA after dramatic finish at Baltusrol
Phil Mickelson clinches his second major title in five days with a one stroke victory at Baltusrol after a dramatic 18th hole, tapping in from 50 feet following a risky chip. The win echoes Jack Nicklaus and keeps Tiger Woods chasing the major record. Steve Elkington and Thomas Bjorn finish tied for second after a final round that stretched into Monday.
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Classic Pocahontas Golf Championship Delivers Historic Finish
Jim Nelson reports from Fincastle Country Club where the Pocahontas Men's Amateur saw veteran players and rising youths shine. Charlie Green III edged Chris Wirt in a dramatic sudden death playoff after a back nine duel, claiming his fourth Pocahontas title. Garland Green, Rick Alspaugh and others delivered strong showings as conditions tested every contestant.
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Kevin Leatherwood
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Ellis Aims to Start as VT Defense Grows Strong
Virginia Tech defensive end challenger Chris Ellis, a 6 foot 5 redshirt sophomore, speaks of goose bumps as he dons the jersey for the first practice. He says fans will hear him, notes the bigger stadium, and reflects on offseason coaching push to improve strength and durability for the coming season.
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Tigers Break Through With Win at Kick-a-Rama
Princeton Senior High School’s Kick-a-Rama saw 13 teams compete as the Tigers rebounded from a 1-0 loss to Ravenswood to defeat them 3-1 in the final contest. Coach Everette Bailey praised the roster’s effort and learning from the day’s varied matchups. Co-captains Clint Kinder and Scotty Lambert noted the intense conditions and that experiences against other teams proved valuable for shaping the squad.
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Mountaineer Field welcomes former star J R House back to WVU
J R House, released by the Pittsburgh Pirates in March, joins West Virginia's quarterback competition at Mountaineer Field under coach Rich Rodriguez. A Nitro High School standout once hailed by Sports Illustrated, House recalls a dual sports path and multiple surgeries, but chose WVU to pursue football again and fulfill a long-held dream.
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