From gang life to Christ Jason Avant’s path to pro football
A Detroit native and former top Illinois prep, Jason Avant describes a violent youth, a tough football start, and a life-changing moment on May 4 2003 at True Worship Church. He credits prayer and Bible study with leaving cocaine and parties behind, guiding a Michigan career, transformation, and mentoring teammates.
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True Worship Church
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Shaddix and Campbell lead Cuo to fourth straight WAC title
Shaddix and Campbell paced the Lady Buffs as they claimed their fourth consecutive Western Athletic Conference team title. Shaddix narrowly earned WAC Player of the Year after posting standout rounds including a 66 at Sim Park and a 69 at Hutchinson. Campbell opened with 38 and 40, won a playoff for third, and both will return next season as top contributors. Thayer, a prior state 6A champion, also features in legacy as other seniors move on. Campbell committed to Missouri Kansas City, while Thayer signed with Kansas.
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Anne Willman
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Abbey
Abbi
Audrey Gerber
Megan Steward
Lindsay Bradstreet
Hannah Leiker
Kendra Martin
University of Missouri- Kansas City
University of Kansas
Heat hold off Thunder in finals rematch clash 103 97
LeBron James led Miami with 29 points and nine assists as the Heat beat Oklahoma City 103 97 marking their fifth straight win over the Thunder and a 19 6 start. Dwyane Wade 21 points Mario Chalmers 20 and Chris Bosh 16 aided the effort. Durant 38 for OKC Westbrook 21, but late threes failed as Durant dunked to narrow the gap. Chalmers sparked in unguarded moments driving key scores and facilitating the rally.
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Heat
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Thunder
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Oklahoma City
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Kevin Martin
Boston
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Kendrick Perkins
Ibaka
Bosh
James
Ray Allen
Lakers edge Knicks 100 94 to extend five game win streak
Kobe Bryant scored 34 as the Lakers rallied in the second half to beat the New York Knicks 100 94 marking a five game winning run under coach Mike D Antoni. Metta World Peace added 20 and defended Carmelo Anthony who led New York with 34 points.
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World Peace
Steve Nash
New York
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Nash
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Hunt leads SMU to 43 10 win in Hawaii Bowl
SMU dominated Fresno State in Honolulu as Margus Hunt produced a defining performance. He pressured Derek Carr, forced two fumbles, and a safety, earning MVP honors as SMU built a 43 10 victory. Garrett Gilbert contributed 98 rushing yards and 212 passing yards.
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