Fall Football Returns Fort Hays State Falls to Emporia State
Fort Hays State opened its season under coach Kevin Verdugo with a 52 13 loss to Emporia State. ESU dominated with 600 plus yards of total offense while FHSU struggled on offense and pass protection. Tiger fans endured heat at Tailgreat and left hopeful for better efforts ahead. Local sports writer Mike Kessinger notes the kickoff of football season and the college rivalry atmosphere.
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Lamb earns Buffaloes starting signal caller role
Garden City High School coach Mike Smith named junior Dustin Lamb as Friday's starter against Derby after Caleb Smith's departure opened the QB race. Lamb directed the first unit at the Brown and White Scrimmage, with Adam Price emerging as a capable second string, while Quentin Adams also lined up under center. Price and Adams showcased versatility and two way play as the Buffaloes prepare for the season opener.
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Agassi makes rock-star entrance at US Open
Andre Agassi opened his 20th US Open with a 69 minute 6-3 6-3 6-1 rout of Razvan Saban. The 35 year old star fired 11 aces and showed his trademark flair amid roaring crowd as Rafael Nadal looms in the tournament’s next rounds.
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Nelson suspended after DWI arrest
Nelson, a former Garden City quarterback and transfer to New Mexico, was suspended by coach Rocky Long after an aggravated driving while intoxicated arrest. He will miss the UNLV opener and serve on the scout team Thursday while legal and in-house actions proceed. Police described a belligerent arrest with failed sobriety tests and a breath test refusal. Nelson, 21, is due in court Sept. 19 and previously passed for 1,046 yards and nine TDs last season.
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Saints watch Katrina from afar during Raiders preseason
Saints in San Jose under clear skies as Katrina dominates headlines with 145 mph winds and flooding in New Orleans. Michael Lewis stayed glued to TV coverage while Tulane and the Saints prepared, with Haslett noting resilience could aid long-term team growth. Golf note follows.
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