Beckham's two run homer fuels Georgia comeback in title game
Georgia rallied from three down to beat Fresno State 7-6 in Game 1 of the College World Series finals in Omaha. Gordon Beckham launched a two run homer to left center as Matt Cerrone and Joey Lewis added consecutive doubles for the tying and go ahead runs. Joshua Fields closed with a clean ninth, sending Georgia within one win of its second national title. Fresno State, 45-31, eyes Game 2 seeking to extend its upset postseason run.
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Bryant James to lead US in Beijing Olympics
USA Basketball announced a 12 player roster led by MVP Kobe Bryant with LeBron James and Dwyane Wade. The lineup includes Carmelo Anthony, Jason Kidd, Dwight Howard and Chris Paul, picked without a tryout for a minicamp in Las Vegas and an exhibition against Canada before overseas play. The Americans open against China on August 10.
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Bannister keeps KC rolling with strong outing
Kansas City lefty Brian Bannister issues six walks in seven innings but allows only three unearned runs as the Royals top the Colorado Rockies 8-4 for an eighth win in nine. Mark Teahen belts a three run homer and Bannister improves to 7-6 despite wildness, citing his dislike of free passes.
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Carmelo Anthony pleads guilty to DUI reduced charge
Denver Nuggets star Carmelo Anthony pleaded guilty to driving while ability impaired, given one year probation, 24 hours community service, and $1,000 in fines. He also pleaded guilty to failure to stay in a single lane after a police stop on I-25 on April 14. He will join the Alive at 25 program to promote safe driving.
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Ivanovic tops de los Rios as Wimbledon opens
Top seed Ana Ivanovic, the new Grand Slam champion and world No 1, extended her strong form on day one at the All England Club. The 20-year-old Serb defeated Rossana de Los Rios 6-1 6-2 in under an hour to reinforce her title bid.
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Lightning halts Blues comeback at Clint Lightner Field
Finney County Blues rally from three down to within a run, but umpires halted play in the fifth as dark skies and nearby lightning moved in. Liberal earns 3 2 win after earlier beating Lakin 9 6. Blues pitcher Daniel Gutierrez held Liberal to four hits while the club left three on base.
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