Popovich speaks for first time since stroke
Spurs president Gregg Popovich addressed the media for the first time since his stroke six months ago at Mitch Johnson’s introduction as head coach. Flanked by Tim Duncan and Manu Ginobili, Popovich said his health is improving, confirmed Johnson’s hire, and vowed to support him while remaining with the organization as president.
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Packed day of area high school soccer and more
Boys and girls soccer schedule lists Linn-Mar, Liberty, Dubuque Senior, Kennedy, Prairie, Xavier, Western Dubuque, and others with 4:15 to 7:30 p.m. starts. Includes boys and girls tennis at multiple sites, along with golf invites, minor league baseball, college games, and major league playoff listings and late scores.
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Iowa City High
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Morgan Rupp
Kylie Wachtl
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Ainsley Wilson
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Hayley Morris
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Lily Belle Barker
Shay Munson
Addy Brown
Lillian Buresh
Kate Newlin
Morris
Mehar Julka
Evelyn Bern
Josie Kramer
Lauren Saito
Carmen Hartgrave
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Clara Haker
Reese Roberts
Hannah Thierer
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Lily Schmid
Sophie Bodin
Gretchen van 'Ddekinge
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Kendall Palmersheim
Kate Walker
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Claire Franzwa
Lila Bowman
Layla Langseth
Hayzel Wernimont
Yuzuka Fujikawa
Emory Anzele
Maya Hoffman
Kacy Khongmaly
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Bree Stegall
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Baseball and basketball and football rosters update brief
MLB trades and roster moves include Evan McKendry to White Sox for cash. Twins reactivate Willi Castro and Royce Lewis, demote Gasper and Julien. Cubs promote Gavin Hollowell, place Shota Imanga on IL. Cardinals recall Graceffo and move McGreevy, Munoz optioned. Jazz extend Will Hardy through 2031. Fever and Lynx waive players. Ravens release Justin Tucker. Packers release Griffi. Chiefs sign Bassa and Smith, waive Thompson, Lynch.
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Kansas City Chiefs
Jefferey Bassa
Brashard Smith
B.J. Thompson
Blake Lynch
Golden State advances past Houston in first round
Golden State 103 Houston 89 clinches series at 4-3. Also notes conference semifinals matchups and upcoming games with Indy Cleveland, New York Boston, Denver Oklahoma City. NHL Winnipeg tops St Louis 4 3 to win series 4-3 and listed playoff games and MVC golf results follow.
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Wolves players say they grew up after March 2 team meeting
The Minnesota Wolves credit a March 2 team meeting with turning a fragile group into a mature unit. After early season turmoil and a key blowup, the players embraced accountability, reshaped roles, and began closing games more effectively, pushing toward a second round against Golden State.
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Heart of America Tournament results and schedules note
The Heart of America Tournament final at Ozark Missouri saw Central Methodist beat Mount Mercy 11 to 3 as Mount Mercy bats produced two hits from Jeremy Figueroa and Josh Notriano. Local golf notes include May 8 events for 50 and over best shot at Marengo and three person best shot at Guttenberg with club contacts.
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