Softball Rams Fall 5-2 as Base-Running Lapses Cost Havelock
Havelock Rams dropped a 5-2 playoff game to Bertie after two costly base-running mistakes. Laura Kutch led off the fifth with a single and Linette Serrano pinch ran but was caught in a rundown after Serrano overran second. In the seventh, Kim Prapoulenis started the rally but overran second on Casey Schoemaker’s single, ending the threat.
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NASCAR loosens rules to boost Pontiacs and Fords
NASCAR orders body changes for balance after Chevrolets win early races. Pontiacs receive relief with front air dam reductions and higher rear spoilers, aiming to close the gap with the Chevrolet Monte Carlo. Ford and Pontiac concessions now total three this season.
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West Craven bows out in 3A playoff at Beddingfield
West Craven Eagles lose 5-1 to Wilson Beddingfield in the first round at West Craven High. Lee Baker pitched seven strong innings for Beddingfield while Kevyn Fulcher hurled six, with West Craven seniors Spock Purvis Smith and Page ending their careers. Sophomore Dominic Brown went 2-for-3 to lead the Eagles.
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Laney No-Hits New Bern In 1-0 Playoff Win
Will Lathan pitched New Bern High School to a 1-0 loss in the first round of the 4A state playoffs in Wilmington. Adam Gillmore threw a no hitter with 12 strikeouts to lift Laney, ending Lathan’s prep career after a strong outing despite the defeat.
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Magic shock Pacers to take Game 1 in East finals
Orlando trailed 10-0 early as Indiana controlled the boards but rode Shaquille O Neal's 32 points and Dennis Scott's 11 straight in a 105-101 victory. Anfernee Hardaway had 20 points and 14 assists as the Magic rallied from an early 18-point deficit.
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Robinson Named MVP Amid Spurs Victory Chase
Center David Robinson won the NBA MVP with 73 of 90 first place votes and 901 points as San Antonio topped the league at 62 20. Olajuwon finished fifth. Malone third, with Robinson emphasizing team goals and a playoff focus beyond the award.
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