Sports and golf highlights across major events and invites
The lineup features back-to-back Blackhawks at Detroit versus the Red Wings and golf stars at Augusta for the Masters opening Thursday. High school track invitationals spread across Centralia Nashville Fairfield Lesser-Walier and Benton on Thursday. LSU baseball opens a four game set at Southwest Missouri State in Springfield. SIU women's golf debuts at the Illini Spring Classic in Champaign after winning Saluki Invitational.
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Vienna native Adam Hook earns pitcher of the week honors
McKendree College pitcher Adam Hook, a Vienna, Virginia native, was named pitcher of the week by the American Midwest Conference and NAIA Region . The junior right-hander threw a three-hit shutout in a 10-0 win over William Woods, fanning nine for a season-high. He stands 5-1 with a 4.33 ERA and leads the Bearcats with five complete games and 44 strikeouts.
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Mavericks Trail Blazers NB Blues Predators Capitals
Mavericks trail Blazers in a tight contest as NB play knocks. Blues face Predators in a pivotal clash while Capitals and Blackhawks seek key wins to boost standings.
Mickelson's Augusta Gambit Keeps Fans Guessing
Phil Mickelson builds drama at Augusta National as he chases his first major win. He remains energetic and unpredictable, promising a bold Sunday bid while others worry over his major record and recent form. Experts weigh his chances and character.
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Mickelson
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Jack Nicklaus
Salukis end season with banquet after 28-8 run
Southern Illinois University players celebrated a 28-8 season at a Civic Center banquet. Coach Bruce Weber said the team should enjoy the moment before turning to next year and continuing workouts after their NCAA Sweet 16 loss to Connecticut.
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Weber says no to Bills
Bruce Weber officially declined consideration for Saint Louis University’s vacant Billikens coaching post after a postseason banquet in Carbondale. He cited media speculation and noted conversations with SLU Athletic Director Doug Woolard, reiterating no intent to pursue the job.
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Romar
Great Northwest
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SIU
Doug
Purdue
Carbondale Community High
The First Tee of the Year Failures and a Par Return
A veteran golfer recounts a stuttering return to play after inviting by Rick Underwood. Despite studying grip, stance, breath, and greens, the opening shot hooks into the woods and the round ends with a resilient par. The piece blends humor with sports self critique and reflects on old habits and new approaches.
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Rick Underwood
Orr
Target
Winkeler
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