Elrod Hendricks, beloved Orioles figure, dies at 64
Elrod Hendricks, longtime Orioles player and bullpen coach, died of a heart attack on Wednesday night, just before his 65th birthday. A fixture in Baltimore for decades, he helped run camps, signed autographs, and was revered as the Orioles’ unofficial ambassador. Brooks Robinson and Jim Palmer mourned his loss, praising his kindness and impact.
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Colts coach Tony Dungy mourns death of son James
Team president Bill Polian announced assistant head coach Jim Caldwell will lead the Colts in Dungy’s absence after the tragedy that struck the Dungy family. At North Central High School in Indianapolis, Principal C E Quandt described James Dungy as a bright, unobtrusive student who cherished his football ties. Members of the Buccaneers organization echoed shock and support as players recalled James’s presence at practice and games and friends remembered him as a kind, funny teen who loved being part of the football family.
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All-American. Cantwell to start as Cantwell steps in for injured Brohm
Virginia Tech notes Hunter Cantwell will replace injured Brian Brohm as Louisville continues toward the Gator Bowl. Hokies star Cory Williams reflects on team confidence, leadership, and handling recent losses while Tony Dungy and others send prayers after a family tragedy.
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Indians and Warriors win Wednesday hoops battles
Pocahontas beat Big Creek 82 to 70 as Mark Little scored 36 points with seven steals and six assists. Shayne Dillon added 20 points and ten rebounds while Brandon Pouley had 15 as Pocahontas hit nine 3-pointers and improved to 3-1. Big Creek’s Ronnie Benton led with 20 points. Jeff Cooper 19. Pocahontas meets Jaeger in the Jaeger Christmas Tournament on December 27. The night also saw James Monroe and Wyoming East split, with Justin Caldwell scoring 19 for Wyoming East and Cody McDaniel tallying 10 for James Monroe. Wyoming East improves to 3-1 ahead of a Thursday game at Pike View.
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Leinart Cleared By NCAA After TV Segment Violation
USC quarterback Matt Leinart had eligibility temporarily revoked for appearing in an ESPN promotional segment. He was reinstated after USC petitioned the NCAA. Leinart had been barred from media activities until after Christmas and faces Texas in the Rose Bowl.
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Princeton Middle School Girls Team Goes 7-0 in Week
The Princeton eighth grade girls basketball team won three games to improve to 7-0. They defeated Oakvale Matoaka and Beckley Park with strong contributions from Krystle White Brittany Lankford Tess Otey Cheyanne Walker Elise Cowgill and Mary Beth Miller.
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Tazewell Dogs Focus on Defense and Midrange Offense
THS coach Rasnick notes defense is being refined with varied zones and man reads while the Dogs emphasize a swing offense and midrange shooting. Team (2-4) seeks higher shooting accuracy after early-season uneven quarters, with players Cogar Belcher Cecil Mitchell Tinsley contributing front and backcourt depth. Tazewell opens at George Wythe Christmas Tournament on Dec 28 vs Rural Retreat at 7:15 p.m.
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