Noon Optimist Juniors Win State Championship in Big Comeback
The Noon Optimist Juniors defeated Altamount 8-1 to clinch the state title after a wire-to-wire rally. Pitcher Martinez struck out 14, with key hits from Taschner Nine Blewett Johnson and McGuire, as Deming and regionals ahead in Alexandria Louisiana await August 4.
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Holmes in comeback bid vs Butterbean in Norfolk
Larry Holmes, 52, returns from a 20 month layoff to face Eric Esch in a scheduled 10 round heavyweight bout in Norfolk. Holmes, seeking a 75th pro fight and a payday, weighs 248 pounds and aims to prove he still can fight while Esch promises a knockout bid and a multimillion dollar future.
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Heinen Leads John Deere Classic After Round One
Mike Heinen shot an 8 under par 64 to hold a one stroke lead at the John Deere Classic in Silvis Illinois. Fred Funk trailed, defending champ David Gossett was three back, with Tripp Isenhour and Robert Gomez matching him in a crowded leaderboard.
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Sugai Leads after First Round at Senior British Open
Noboru Sugai fired a 4-under 67 to lead by one stroke over Russell Weir after opening round at Royal County Down. Tom Watson eagled the first hole and posted a 70 in Newcastle, Northern Ireland.
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Jarrett Aims for Pocono Victory Title Hope
Dale Jarrett returns to Pocono Raceway where he has a strong record and believes his Robert Yates Racing Ford can contend. He notes the track favors horsepower and handling, with rival Ricky Rudd also strong for the team, as they eye the Pennsylvania 500 and a career mark.
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Armstrong opens mountain tour with stage win and lead
Lance Armstrong wins the first Pyrenees stage at La Mongie to take a 1:12 lead over Joseba Beloki. He extends the advantage with a Plateau de Beille uphill sprint and grows the gap to 4:21 after Mont Ventoux. Frigo wins the 88 mile stage. he dodges a fan’s photo bid and faces past doping issues from last year.
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Home run ruling sparks Eastdale rally in baseball tilt
Jeremy Kirk reached base to set up McLeod whose apparent homer clung to the yellow fence before staying in play. Eastdale cut the deficit on a Zagone run, then Martinez hit a two run shot to push the lead to 5 1. Justin Cooper provided solid catching behind the plate as Brandon Jones and McLeod earned praise at infield positions. Coach Jones said we shut them down and that the defense never panicked.
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