Krug Wins Open Title In Straight Sets At Local Tennis Open
Chad Krug captures the Garden City Open by beating Ben Richardson in straight sets after cruising through rounds 6-0 6-0 and a late match point that clipped the net. He praises his wife Kate for fitness gains and notes memories of growing up on these courts as part of the victory.
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Milbrett seals landmark goal as US routs Ukraine
Tiffeny Milbrett became the sixth woman to score 100 international goals as the United States defeated Ukraine 7-0 at Metlield in Portland. The milestone came in the 57th minute, with teammate Kristine Lilly adding her 104th, while Mia Hamm remains the all-time leader with 158. The match was the second of three U S exhibitions this summer following a win over Canada and a strong Algarve Cup run. Milbrett also celebrated her 200th cap in a pregame ceremony honoring the late Clive Charles.
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Donovan nets late goal as U S downs Canada for Gold Cup advance
Landon Donovan scores a 90th minute header off a DaMarcus Beasley cross to lift the United States 2-0 over Canada and reach the CONCACAF Gold Cup quarterfinals. Beasley assisted again after entering as a sub in the 67th minute, boosting Donovan to eight Gold Cup goals. The U S leads Group B with six points, set to face Costa Rica in Foxboro in the final group game. Bruce Arena used 22 of 23 on the roster in the two wins.
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Bandits to Open Zone Tournament Against Dodge City
Preston relieved Blackburn in Game 2 as the Bandits fall to Dodge City 7 6 in Game 1 and 6 5 in Game 2. Garden City hosts Dodge City in a Wednesday zone tournament showdown at Great Bend with a 4 p.m. start.
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Giddens Injury Update From Lobo Camp
Giddens reports progress from injury with squats and massages twice daily as he recovers. J R Giddens mentions reaching out to Indiana Pacers forward Danny Granger, who played at New Mexico, who offered praise and support for the UNM program helping players advance.
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West Continues WNBA Dominance In 122-99 All Star Win
In Uncasville, the West improved to 6-0 with a 122-99 victory over the East in the highest scoring All Star game. Sheryl Swoopes led with 15 points as Lisa Leslie dunked late to seal the win. Taj McWilliams-Franklin enjoyed a personal celebration as her Army husband surprised her courtside.
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