Spurs star Sean Elliott starts recovery after kidney transplant
Sean Elliott moved from ICU to a transplant ward room one day after surgery at Methodist Specialty and Transplant Hospital. His brother Noel donated a kidney and doctors say recovery is progressing, with potential return to basketball possible in months.
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Akron Racers bring fastpitch excitement to affordable family fun
The Women’s Pro Softball League visits Akron with the Racers drawing about 1,000 fans per game at Firestone Stadium. Tickets start at 3 dollars with promotions including Friday Dogs and family four packs. Mascot Wheelie entertains while management studies Lorain County reach for next season.
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Turner Sports lures Mike Fratello back to broadcasting
Mike Fratello signs a multiyear Turner Sports deal returning to TV after being fired as Cavaliers coach in June. He previously worked for NBC and Turner, and could partner with Marv Albert. Fratello eyes potential coaching again and cites 13 NBA seasons as broadcaster and coach.
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Liberty Clinches Eastern Title With 66 54 Win Over Mystics
Tamika Whitmore scored a season high 20 points to lead the Liberty to a 66 54 win over Washington in New York sealing the Eastern Conference championship. Crystal Robinson added 12 points as New York secured home court and a bye for the opening round. Chamique Holdsclaw had 11 points for the Mystics, who fell to 12 19. Nikki McCray scored 12 for Washington. The Liberty improved to 17 13 and led Charlotte by two games with two left in the regular season. The best of three WNBA final begins Sept 2.
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Racers on Verge of WPSL Playoffs With Four Regulars Left
Akron Racers chase a postseason spot in the WPSL with four regular season games remaining two at home over the weekend. They sit tied for third at 31 31, two back of Virginia and four behind league leader Tampa Bay. They visit Virginia Thursday and Friday then host Virginia Saturday and Sunday noting kickoff times.
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Akron Racers sharpen national TV deal and hometown support
The Akron Racers, WPSL’s new fastestpitch club, secure ESPN2 coverage of their game with the Durham Dragons. The team leverages homegrown talent led by Crystl Bustos, trades for local star Carla Brookbank, and draws strong crowds at Firestone Stadium amid a $3 million city effort and modest league salaries.
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