Redding Rodeo: Blake Knowles Claims Steer Wrestling Title
Blake Knowles of Heppner Oregon won the steer wrestling title at the Redding Rodeo California with 10.8 seconds on two head earning 4747 dollars. Vince Walker Oakdale California was second 12.0. Blake and cousin Trevor tied for first in the second round 4.8 seconds. World champion Cody Hancock won the bull riding title at Redding earning 3876 dollars. Other event winners include bareback rider Stetson Herrera saddle bronc Jesse Segura barrel racer Sherry Cervi and team ropers Wade Wheatley Kyle Lockett and Casey Minton. Pace Picante ProRodeo Chute-out set for June in Reno with defending champions and top qualifiers.
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Pendleton rodeo reporter Butch Thurman marks 25 years
Butch Thurman of Pendleton Oregon has covered professional rodeo for a quarter century. His email is bthurman at oregontrail dot net.
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Rice aims for fun with 21st NFL season in Denver
GOAT of the era Jerry Rice signs a one year contract with the Denver Broncos seeking to enjoy football again and help the team win a Super Bowl. At 42 he concedes he cannot reach his peak but shows remaining speed and readiness and looks forward to reuniting with coach Mike Shanahan while retaining his standard of excellence.
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Roddick ousted early again on Paris day
Andy Roddick fell to Jose Acasuso in the second round at the French Open 3-6 4-6 6-4 6-3 8-6 after losing a 3-1 lead in the fifth set. The American struggled with positioning and brain cramps, while Acasuso seized opportunities with bold backhands to advance in three hours and 21 minutes.
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Jennings sharp as Rockies top Cubs
Jason Jennings pitched seven solid innings as the Colorado Rockies defeated the Chicago Cubs 5-2 to snap a three game slide. He improved to 2-6, praising a calmer approach and regain of confidence, while Preston Wilson and Todd Greene hit solo homers for Colorado. Chicago's Carlos Zambrano lasted seven innings, giving up three runs on five hits.
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Rogers shuts down Royals in 8-1 win for Rangers
Kenny Rogers limited Kansas City to one run over seven innings as the Rangers beat the Royals 8-1. Hidalgo hit his fifth homer in five games, with Soriano and Teixeira also homering as Texas stretched its winning streak to six, the majors' longest.
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