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Cancer survivors take to diamond
Exhibition softball team to play in tournament at Al Bishop complex
June 20, 2013 12:38 AM | 0 0 comments | 1 1 recommendations | email to a friend
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The Braves’ Jordan Schafer loses his helmet sliding home on a wild pitch in the fifth inning of Wednesday’s game. Feeling the sting of a doubleheader sweep one day earlier, Atlanta was able to turn the tide back in its favor in the fourth game of the teams’ unique five-game series. <Br>Associated Press photo
Braves prevail despite Medlen’s fielding blunder
Kris Medlen issued a blanket apology to every coach he’s ever had. At least he could laugh about an inexplicable defensive blunder.
June 20, 2013 12:35 AM | 0 0 comments | 0 0 recommendations | email to a friend
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After salvaging the season with an overtime win in Game 6, LeBron James, left, and Dwyane Wade can add another championship ring to their fingers with a win in tonight’s series-clincher. <Br>Associated Press photo
Title, legacies at stake tonight
Game 7s do more than settle championships. They define legacies.
June 20, 2013 12:31 AM | 0 0 comments | 3 3 recommendations | email to a friend
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A sprained elbow Tiger Woods aggravated at the U.S. Open will keep him sidelined until the British Open takes place next month. <BR>Associated Press photo
Woods sidelined with elbow injury
In little more than a month, Tiger Woods went from being tough to beat to having a tough time even playing.
June 20, 2013 12:30 AM | 0 0 comments | 3 3 recommendations | email to a friend
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Blackhawks players celebrate in front of the Boston fans after their overtime winner in Wednesday’s Game 4 of the Stanley Cup Finals. <BR>Associated Press photo
Chicago wins latest OT battle
Brent Seabrook’s goal 9:51 into overtime lifted the Chicago Blackhawks to a wild 6-5 victory over the Boston Bruins on Wednesday night and tied the Stanley Cup finals through four games.
June 20, 2013 12:27 AM | 0 0 comments | 5 5 recommendations | email to a friend
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Mia Hamm celebrates with Abby Wambach after a goal in the 2003 Women’s World Cup. Ten years later, Wambach is just two goals shy of tying Hamm’s U.S. record. <BR>Associated Press photo
Wambach on verge of Hamm’s goals mark
Replacing Mia Hamm as the all-time leading goal scorer for the United States women’s soccer team can’t happen soon enough for Abby Wambach.
June 20, 2013 12:20 AM | 0 0 comments | 4 4 recommendations | email to a friend
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Paulding County’s Zack Wheeler won his big league debut Tuesday night, helping the Mets sweep their doubleheader in Atlanta. <BR>Associated Press photo
Paulding native Wheeler debuts by beating Atlanta
After a long day at Turner Field, the future suddenly looks a lot brighter for the New York Mets. Just imagine Matt Harvey and Zack Wheeler at the top of the rotation for years to come.
June 19, 2013 12:33 AM | 0 0 comments | 13 13 recommendations | email to a friend
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LeBron James, left, and the Heat staged a remarkable rally against Tony Parker's Spurs, dashing San Antonio's title hopes and forcing a winner-take-all Game 7 in the NBA Finals. <Br>Associated Press photo
Heat stun Spurs on verge of title, force Game 7
LeBron James shrugged off a poor start to get 32 points, 11 assists and 10 rebounds, Ray Allen hit a 3-pointer with 5.2 seconds to play to force overtime and the Miami Heat staved off elimination w...
June 19, 2013 12:29 AM | 0 0 comments | 12 12 recommendations | email to a friend
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Justin Rose’s emotional run to the U.S. Open title, dedicated to his late father, brought England its first major in nearly two decades. <BR>Associated Press photo
England takes pride in Rose’s bloom to major champion
Ever since Greg Norman’s final-round implosion allowed Nick Faldo win the Masters in 1996, a generation of fine English talent has come up short in golf’s four major championships.
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  • Marietta's Andrew Kivette earns internship at National Baseball Hall of Fame
    06.18.13 - 12:33 am
  • East Paulding’s Zack Wheeler set to debut for Mets
    06.18.13 - 12:31 am
  • Solon Page set for Team USA U15 camp
    06.17.13 - 12:49 am
  • Jake Stephens earns two All-America honors
    06.17.13 - 12:46 am
  • Braves claim series behind Teheran
    06.17.13 - 12:43 am
  • Justin Rose wins U.S. Open, elusive first major title
    06.17.13 - 12:39 am
  • Merrigan on exclusive lists
    by Carlton D. White
    cwhite@mdjonline.com
    06.16.13 - 12:29 am
  • Freeman caps rally with hit off closer
    by Charles Odum
    Associated Press Sports Writer
    06.16.13 - 12:26 am
  • Mickelson in position for first Open title
    by Doug Ferguson
    Associated Press Sports Writer
    06.16.13 - 12:15 am
  • Staley commits for two sports
    by Carlton D. White
    cwhite@mdjonline.com
    06.15.13 - 04:25 pm
    • Steven Jackson, the NFL’s active leader in career rushing yards, said he’s looking forward to being a contributor in his first season with the Falcons. <BR>Associated Press photo
    Jackson trying to solve Falcons’ run game woes
    Steven Jackson is still trying to feel his way through his first offseason with the Atlanta Falcons.
    June 20, 2013 12:34 AM | 0 0 comments | 1 1 recommendations | email to a friend
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    A key part of North Cobb’ success last season, Cameron Albright will likely find himself trying to do the same in the Atlantic Coast Conference in the fall of 2014 after committing to North Carolina. Albright was one of two Cobb County football standouts who made their verbal promise to the Tar Heels, joining Wheeler’s Allen Artis. <Br>Staff photo by Nathan Self
    Albright, Artis make North Carolina commitments
    Allen Artis and Cameron Albright both made verbal commitments to play football at North Carolina beginning with the 2014 season. The commitments, which took place Saturday, ended a long process for...
    June 19, 2013 12:36 AM | 1 1 comments | 15 15 recommendations | email to a friend
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    Dante Scott
    Campbell's Scott also bound for Mississippi State
    Guard joins Wheeler’s Staley as potential Bulldog teammates
    June 19, 2013 12:35 AM | 0 0 comments | 17 17 recommendations | email to a friend
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    Georgia Tech's Glen Rice Jr. (41) walks down the court after a foul call against Georgia Tech during the second half of an NCAA college basketball game against Boston College Saturday, Feb. 4, 2012, in Atlanta. Georgia Tech won 51-47. (AP Photo/David Goldman)
    Glen Rice Jr. may be first-round selection in NBA draft
    INDIANAPOLIS — Former Walton High School standout Glen Rice Jr. already knows what to expect in his next job.
    June 18, 2013 12:28 AM | 1 1 comments | 14 14 recommendations | email to a friend
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    Cole Guertin <Br>Staff photo by Samantha M. Shal
    Player of the Year: Guertin prospers after transitioning to offense
    At one point of his high school career, it was Cole Guertin’s job to stop people from scoring. Now, he’s the one doing the scoring.
    June 16, 2013 12:34 AM | 0 0 comments | 17 17 recommendations | email to a friend
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    Jonathan Gross <Br>Staff photo by Samantha M. Shal
    Coach of the Year: Gross makes up for Harrison's shortcomings
    Making the state tournament every year, only to go no further than the second round, was getting stale for coach Jonathan Gross and Harrison’s boys soccer team.
    June 16, 2013 12:33 AM | 0 0 comments | 24 24 recommendations | email to a friend
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    Monica Herrera
    Player of the Year: Herrera drives Harrison’s ‘bus’ to runner-up finish
    Harrison trailed by a goal in the first half of its state championship game against Parkview, and midfielder Monica Herrera sensed that the team had lost some confidence.
    June 15, 2013 04:28 PM | 0 0 comments | 28 28 recommendations | email to a friend
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    Steve Riccard
    Coach of the Year: Riccard defensive in his approach
    Harrison’s girls soccer team has a unique way of defending. Though coach Steve Riccard preferred not to go into the specific details, he did reveal that it’s a system where all 11 players — includi...
    June 15, 2013 04:23 PM | 0 0 comments | 25 25 recommendations | email to a friend
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    Tyler Young <BR>Staff photo by Kelly J. Huff
    Golfer of the Year: Mount Paran standout Young only by name
    It’s no wonder the Mount Paran Christian junior has been so successful. His attitude, demeanor and skill on the golf course has proven to be an asset for the Eagles over the past three seasons.
    June 14, 2013 12:29 AM | 0 0 comments | 37 37 recommendations | email to a friend
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    Scott Varner <Br>Staff photo by Kelly J. Huff
    Coach of the Year: Varner’s team beats inexperience
    High school golf is as much a team sport as it is an individual one, and the Mount Paran Christian boys needed to be reminded of that sometimes.
    June 14, 2013 12:27 AM | 0 0 comments | 30 30 recommendations | email to a friend
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  • Golfer of the Year: Williams’ will to succeed guides Walton’s season
    by Carlton D. White
    cwhite@mdjonline.com
    06.13.13 - 12:28 am
  • Coach of the Year: Griffin effective as ‘psychologist’
    by Carlton D. White
    cwhite@mdjonline.com
    06.13.13 - 12:25 am
  • After four-year gap, Walton regains Directors Cup
    by Adam Carrington
    acarrington@mdjonline.com
    06.12.13 - 12:15 am
  • KSU finds top defensive assistant
    by John Bednarowski
    sportseditor@mdjonline.com
    06.12.13 - 12:14 am
  • Pinetree ready to host best players in the state
    by John Bednarowski
    sportseditor@mdjonline.com
    06.11.13 - 01:03 am
  • Player of the Year: Lowe reaches great highs as spark of title-clinching team
    by Adam Carrington
    acarrington@mdjonline.com
    06.09.13 - 12:16 am
  • Pitcher of the Year: Bats chilled against Blue Devils’ Friese
    by John Bednarowski
    sportseditor@mdjonline.com
    06.09.13 - 12:14 am
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