Reds rally in 10th sinks Braves in Cincinnati
Chipper Jones misplayed a two-out throwing error setting up Cincinnati's tying rally in the ninth. Dante Bichette delivered a run-scoring single in the 10th to give the Reds a 3-2 win over the Atlanta Braves after Chris Sexton started the decisive inning by singling off Kerry Ligtenberg.
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Padres top Phillies as Clement earns win and saves rise
In Philadelphia Matt Clement improved to 11 10 with six innings of two run ball and Ruben Rivera and Phil Nevin homered. Trevor Hoffman saved his 30th as San Diego improved to 8-1 in nine.
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Yankees claim Canseco off waivers from Rays
New York manager Joe Torre and Jose Canseco agreed to a move after the Yankees claimed Canseco on waivers from Tampa Bay. Canseco, unsure of his role, may join a crowded Yanks left field and DH group and could be replaced by Luis Polonia or used off the bench. Torre praised Luis Sojo’s return, while noting the aim to block Oakland’s right handed bat.
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Comets top Mercury as Thompson leads with 26 points
Houston beat Phoenix 92 84 behind Tina Thompson 26 points and 10 rebounds. Sheryl Swoopes 19 points, Brandy Reed 21, Jennifer Gillom 11 for Phoenix. Cynthia Cooper held to six points in another subpar scoring night.
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Pizza Joe's 5 K Challenge marks 15th anniversary
The Pizza Joe's 5 K Challenge Run and Walk returns September 3 at State Street Pizza Joe's Union Township to benefit Special Olympics of Lawrence County. Preregistration is $10 until August 28, then $12. Awards include top finishers across 14 age groups and top wheelchair finisher. runners and walkers receive shirts and ribbons. Timing by Runner's High Grove City. sanctioned by USATF. race directed by Mitch Olszak contact 658-5273.
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NBA stars set charity game hosted by Theo Ratliff in Beaver County
Philadelphia 76ers center Theo Ratliff will host an all star charity basketball game at the Golden Dome on the Community College of Beaver County campus to raise funds for his Ratliff Foundation and scholarship. The Aug 27 event includes NBA players Brevin Knight Cuttino Mobley Steve Francis Sam Cassell Nick Van Exel Laron Profit Rasheed Wallace Aaron McKie Von Jeego Cummings and Mitch Richmond. Tickets cost 20 with sales in New Castle at Crawl In on Cochran Way.
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Back to School Golf Tourney at Sylvan Heights
Sylvan Heights Golf Course hosts a Back to School Tournament on August 21 with a $15 entry fee. Age divisions 10-11 and 12-14 play nine holes, while 15-18 play eighteen holes. deadline is August 16. Trophies and merchandise prizes awarded to first and second place. Tee times assigned. sign up at Sylvan Heights.
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Miami promotes Lauten to assistant media relations director
Miami University of Ohio announces Burt Lauten promotion to assistant media relations director. A 1999 Westminster College graduate from Ellwood City, Lauten joined the Miami staff as an athletic media relations intern in June 1999. His prime sports include women's basketball, baseball and field hockey.
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Runyon to Join Westminster College Baseball and Pharmacy Program
Catcher Sean Runyon of Westminster New Castle will continue his academic and athletic career at Westminster College. A three year starter for the Red Hurricane, Runyon plans to major in Pharmacy while playing for Westminster College’s baseball program.
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Spears fires ace at Eastland Green in Clarksville Tenn
Jean Spears aced the 101 yard No 5 hole at Eastland Green Golf Course Clarksville Tennessee with a 7 wood. Witnesses Leann Roth Susan Colella and Glen Morrow observed the shot.
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Walk From Page 11: Colorado Rally Falls Short
Colorado overcome a 5-0 deficit to lead 6-5 before Pittsburgh takes 7-6 edge in seventh. Yoshii allowed seven runs in six innings while Cirillo went 4 for 5 with an RBI double. Walker homered for Colorado. Ben Petrick and Hammonds contributed key hits. Ramirez extended hitting streak earlier, now snapped at 13.
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Steelers offensive woes linger after rough line play
Line from page 11 criticizes Pittsburgh as Stewart and Graham shoulder blame. The author notes atrocious line, weak receivers, and lack of a ground game against Miami. Burress and Edwards fail to beat press. Zereoue shows limited room. Hope rests in changes before September. Steve Treu.
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