Lakers win in overtime as series goes to 2-0
NBA action shows the LA Lakers defeating Orlando 101 to 96 in overtime on Sunday. The scoreboard updates also note upcoming games with Detroit and Pittsburgh in their series, and major league baseball matchups including Cleveland, Seattle, and Boston not yet decided at press time.
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Ackley top Tar Heels hitter eyed for center field switch
Ackley, who has batted at least .400 for three straight seasons, regarded as the best hitter available, played mostly first base for the Tar Heels as he recovers from elbow ligament replacement surgery this season. His speed could push a transition to center field in pro ball. He, represented by Boras, hit a three run homer.
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Baseball Draft Highlights From Major League Selections
The article surveys the 2010 MLB draft with notes on top picks and team strategies. It highlights Seattle Mariners high school pitcher Dustin Ackley era context, Donavan Tate among notable early choices, and the broadcasting shift to prime time with Bud Selig at the podium. It mentions key selections by Pittsburgh, San Francisco, Atlanta, Cincinnati, and Washington, plus the rise of pitchers in the first 15 picks.
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College baseball slate with ranked foes and MLB notes
Area calendar lists games on Saturday and Sunday with Arkansas versus Cal State Fullerton and Virginia against LSU, followed by Arizona State versus North Carolina and Southern Mississippi versus Texas. The round up covers MLB injuries and callups, NBA trades, NFL signings, and Villanova basketball roster news.
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Floyd resigns as USC basketball coach
Tim Floyd has stepped down from his post at Southern California amid allegations he gave cash to a man who helped steer former star O J Mayo to the Trojans. Floyd cited a loss of enthusiasm in a one paragraph letter to athletic director Mike Garrett.
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Woodson prospects and Ansel Ponder eyeing Michigan debut
The piece notes Marshall facing Virginia Tech, West Virginia, Southern Illinois, and Bowling Green to reach a bowl, while Gregg Brandon unveils a new offense against William & Mary before Texas Christian. Former Bluefield star Ansel Ponder is listed as a top Western Michigan receiver, with WMU set for Big Ten trips to Michigan State and Indiana as they contend for the MAC title.
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Appy. Appy. stars of tomorrow in Appalachian League
In Mercer County readers are reminded of the Appalachian League pathway to the majors. The piece highlights Wade Davis and Ty Morrison among Princeton players in the Rays system, lists top prospects from the Rays and Orioles, names Braves and Braves affiliates with ex players, and notes Bluefield College pitcher Jon Link as a rising Sox prospect. It ends with a nudge to catch a game this summer.
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Rasnick chooses Emory & Henry after long battle with illness
T.J. Rasnick recalls a long, painful journey from a Wake Forest hospital bed to Emory & Henry. He chose soccer over football while weighing options, reached 100 career goals, and plans pre med studies. He credits family and faith for resilience and aims to contribute to the Wasps this season.
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