Cleveland to Welcome WNBA Expansion as 16th Team
The WNBA announces Cleveland will become the league 16th team beginning in 2028, to be run by Rock Entertainment Group and play home games at Rocket Arena. Training will occur at Cleveland Clinic Courts in Independence, with franchise history rooted in the former Cleveland Rockers.
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Dress Leads Ohio Open First Round At Firestone
Akron Medina resident Ray Dress shot a 6 under par 64 on the Fazio Course to tie for third in the opening round of the 104th Ohio Open at Firestone. Ken Keller is three shots back after a 66 on the North Course while Nolan Haynes led with a 62 on the Fazio.
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Alcaraz Edges Fognini in Five Sets on Wimbledon Day One
Carlos Alcaraz, rattled by nerves and nine double faults, outlasted Fabio Fognini 3 2 21 4 1 in a heat‑shocked first round. Alcaraz fought back from early jitters as a spectator illness paused play and marked a tense debut before a respectful, emotional postmatch scene.
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LeBron Dominates Lakers Frame With Quiet Opt-In Signal
The Lakers face a pivotal season as LeBron James signals a continued, if tempered, commitment. Amid a new ownership shift, Paul keeps focus on front office partners and win-now pressure, stressing LeBron’s pursuit to maximize remaining seasons.
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Guardians face scoring drought as offense falters in July
Cleveland guards a low batting average led by Ramirez and Kwan while Naylor and Fry struggle. The Guardians lean on pitching, posting a 3.79 ERA in June as Bieber’s return delays. Front office signals potential minor league help and reinforcements before the July 31 trade deadline.
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Ferrell and Clift shine as Medina standout athletes
Ferrell, a 2010 grad, earned four basketball letters at Medina High School, finished as the program leader in rebounds and collected multiple Gazettes honors while playing at Wheeling Jesuit and Baldwin Wallace. Clift, a 2015 grad, earned Senior Male Athlete of the Year honors for football and baseball, set receiving and pitching marks, and starred at Youngstown State after a standout high school career.
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