Amherst native Ryan Rita earns major league call up
Amherst High graduate Ryan Rita made his major league debut with the Texas Rangers after being purchased Aug 29. By Tuesday he had started all five games, going 4-for-19 with a run and an RBI while describing the moment as surreal and a dream fulfilled for him and his supporters. He is the first Amherst High and Lake Erie College product to reach the majors.
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Williams Overcomes Rough Start For U S Open Victory
Serena Williams recovered from an early two break deficit to defeat Flavia Pennetta 6 3 6 2 in the U S Open quarterfinal. Williams extended her Flushing Meadows winning streak to 19 and pursues a third consecutive U S Open title, a feat last achieved by Chris Evert.
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Salazar Delivers First Career Shutout as Indians Top Tigers 7-0
Danny Salazar struck out nine without a walk to earn his first career shutout, improving to 6-6 as Cleveland blanked Detroit 7-0. He delivered a late rallying push, finishing strong in the ninth amid an 11,739-broadcast crowd.
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Rangers and Avon settle West Shore clash in penalties
North Ridgeville and Avon played to a 1-1 tie in a West Shore Conference soccer showdown. Tristan Coffey scored for North Ridgeville in the 28th minute and converted a later penalty, while Ranger goalkeeper Kyle Milner produced a key save to force shootout.
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Rivalry at center as Browns face Steelers opener
Browns rookie coach Mike Pettine framed the Pittsburgh game as a tough but not decisive rivalry. He and players studied history to prep for the Heinz Field matchup Sunday at 1 p.m., with Channel 19 and WKNR 850-AM among the outlets carrying coverage.
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Ohio State Receiver Devin Smith Faces Deep Threat and Inconsistency
Ohio State senior Devin Smith stands out as a premier deep threat with 19 career TDs averaging 41.7 yards and six scores over 50 yards including an 80 yard opener against Navy. He has struggled for consistent targets with only eight receptions in his past six games and three grabs for 16 yards in losses to Michigan State and Clemson.
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