VMI Eyes Richmond Test After Openers
Virginia Military coach Bob Thalman downplays Richmond 31 to 0 opener as VMI hosts the Spiders in a Big Five clash. Richmond, 7-3 over William & Mary, seeks to rebound while NIACC, Virginia Tech, and William & Mary also face challenging opponents in a loaded Saturday schedule.
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Orioles Win Behind Strong Arms In Toronto Thriller
The Orioles beat Toronto 10-4 as Mike Flanagan and Don Stanhouse combined on four hits. Flanagan left with a blister in the ninth after his 16th complete game, but Baltimore extended its AL East lead and snapped a three game skid.
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Notre Dame Opens Season With Michigan Purdue and Michigan State
Notre Dame, led by Rusty Lisch, faces Michigan in a TV feature to start the season then takes on Purdue and Michigan State. The accompanying picks forecast Notre Dame 25 Michigan 17 and project scores for 12 more games, highlighting upsets and strong performances across major programs.
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Judges Classic Invitational At Handley Preview
Handley hosts a 16 team Judges Classic with Woodbridge Oakton and Stonewall Jackson as varsity favorites. Timmy Marshall leads Handley while T C Williams Dwight Stephens is a strong individual favorite. Woodbridge seeks depth with Keller returning. Oakton and Stonewall Jackson also loom as threats alongside dark horses James Wood and Lake Braddock.
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Star Pickers Puncture Picks Amid Delirious Season Start
Star sports editor Ken Morrison faces a rough week after a shaky start and a string of wrong calls including Houston over Pittsburgh 38 7. Morrison jokes about exile in Samoa or Alaska as he explains errant choices and notes Buckeye Potts outplayed him.
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