Pebble Beach set for U S Open as players weigh conditions
Ahead of the 119th U S Open at Pebble Beach, players like Jordan Spieth gauge the weather and course setup. Officials praise the course, especially the greens, while wind and small greens pose scoring challenges. Koepka Mickelson and Johnson are among top contenders with Wind conditions shaping strategy.
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Armed duty members sail in Big Rock Blue Marlin event
Active duty personnel from North Carolina joined the Big Rock Blue Marlin tournament through the Hero program now in its second year. Participants Koch and Whittler praised the experience on the Just Chillin, noting the event honors service members even without a catch.
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Florida State's Mike Martin Seeks Final CWS Title
Florida State coach Mike Martin, retiring after this season at 75, leads his 41-21 Seminoles into the College World Series in Omaha for the 17th time. His team earned a last at-large bid, rides a six game win streak, and faces Arkansas as he chases a long elusive national title. DJ Stewart calls Martin the greatest coach in college baseball history and hopes for poetic justice.
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Blues Fan Finally Sees St. Louis Stanley Cup Triumph
A lifelong St. Louis sports follower recalls the citys hockey lineage from the 1958 Hawks to the Blues. He lists Hall of Famers, games, and radio voice Dan Kelly as pivotal, and reveals pride in finally witnessing the Blues Stanley Cup win after a long writing career.
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Walker facing free agent choice amid Hornets stint
Shooters star Walker says he is focused on the present with Charlotte but acknowledges free agency offers a chance to pick a winner. The guard, a three time All Star and 2011 UConn champion, has averaged 25.6 points per game last season and 20 plus in four straight years while the Hornets highlight playoff drought. He calls being in the driver's seat for the first time exciting despite potential stress.
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