Blaney Wins Talladega as Wallace Receives Heroic Support
Ryan Blaney held the lead on a two lap restart to clinch his second Talladega win and fourth overall, edging Ricky Stenhouse Jr. amid a race overshadowed by fans backing Bubba Wallace after a noose was found in his garage. Wallace, embraced by drivers and fans, finished 14th as FBI investigated the incident and NASCAR vowed punishment for the culprit. The event featured a show of solidarity with Wallace and a Confederate flag backdrop at the venue during a tense week for the sport.
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MLB to issue 60 game season after union rejection
MLB plans a unilateral 60 game schedule for a pandemic impacted season after the MLB Players Association executive board rejected a negotiated 60 game deal. Commissioner Rob Manfred and Tony Clark had earlier discussed expanded playoffs and new rules. The move could trigger costly legal fights as training timelines and health protocols await union response.
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Simpson wins RBC Heritage on Father’s Day at Harbour Town
Webb Simpson captures the RBC Heritage with a 7 under 64 to finish 22 under, one stroke ahead of Abraham Ancer, setting the tournament scoring record. A three hour delay and late charges marked a dramatic finish as Simpson recalled his late father’s laughter after a U S Open title on Father’s Day.
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VHSL cannot prepare fall schedule yet says executive committee
VHSL Executive Committee to meet in a special session on June 25 to discuss reopening schools under the Governor’s Return to School plan and options for fall sports and activities. They cannot release a working fall calendar until new guidelines are issued and Phase II timing remains unknown.
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Billy” Haun
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Concord kickoff set for season opener at Glenville State
Concord University plans a Thursday September 10 kickoff at 7 p.m. for its season opener against Glenville State at Callaghan Stadium. This marks the Mountain Lions second Thursday opener in four years, with head coach Dave Walker facing his alma mater and Glenville State coach Mike Kellar back at Concord from 2009-10.
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