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- Reds double digits top Brewers Wednesday, July 28, 2010 @ 8:55PMThe Cincinnati Reds took the rubber game of the three game series with the Brewers.
- Red Sox Sweep Angels to Cap Trip Wednesday, July 28, 2010 @ 7:25PMMarco Scutaro hit a tie-breaking grand slam in the eighth inning, and the Boston Red Sox wrapped up a 10-game West Coast trip with a 7-3 victory over the Los Angeles Angels on Wednesday, sweeping the three-game series.
- Wilson fined for his orange cleats Wednesday, July 28, 2010 @ 7:00PMWilson fined for his orange cleats
- Giants' Wilson Fined For Wearing Orange Cleats Wednesday, July 28, 2010 @ 6:49PMSan Francisco Giants closer Brian Wilson has been fined by major league baseball for wearing orange cleats during Tuesday's 6-4 win over the Florida Marlins. The shoes, a gift from Nike presented to Wilson at the All-Star game, apparently violated the league's dress code. It was the first time Wilson has worn them in a regular season game.
- Towson football preparing for 2010 season Wednesday, July 28, 2010 @ 6:45PMTigers bolstered by new recruits, recent transfers, Ambrose says After Towson's football practices, players tend to avoid defensive tackle Yaky Ibia.
- Briefs: Strasburg first felt tightness 'couple days ago' Wednesday, July 28, 2010 @ 6:42PMWednesday's MLB news briefs: Nationals rookie right-hander Stephen Strasburg says he first felt tightness in his pitching shoulder 'a couple days ago' and chalks it up to 'kind of hitting the wall a little bit.' Stephen Strasburg - sport - Washington Nationals - Major League Baseball - Atlanta Braves
- Giants' Wilson fined for wearing orange cleats Wednesday, July 28, 2010 @ 6:39PMBen Margot FILE - In this July 27, 2010, file photo, San Francisco Giants' Brian Wilson works against the Florida Marlins during the ninth inning of a baseball game in San Francisco. Wilson has been fined by major league baseball for wearing orange cleats during Tuesday's 6-4 win over the Marlins.
- Giants closer fined for wearing orange cleats Wednesday, July 28, 2010 @ 6:30PMSAN FRANCISCO -- San Francisco Giants closer Brian Wilson has been fined by major league baseball for wearing orange cleats during Tuesday's 6-4 win over the Florida Marlins.
- Reds Clobber Brewers Again Wednesday, July 28, 2010 @ 6:09PMBrandon Phillips hit a 450-foot grand slam that landed in Bernie Brewer's slide in deep left field and Travis Wood earned his first win in the majors for the Cincinnati Reds, 10-2 over Milwaukee on Wednesday.
- Phillips hits slam, Reds rally against Brewers Wednesday, July 28, 2010 @ 6:07PMThere's a sign in the visitor's clubhouse at Miller Park warning players they can get in trouble trying to sneak a ride on Bernie Brewer's slide way out in left field. Brandon Phillips got a rush just by hitting it. Phillips smacked a 450-foot grand slam that landed in the giant yellow slide before popping out and Travis Wood earned his first win in the majors for the Cincinnati Reds,...
- SPORTS NOTEBOOK: July 28 Tuesday, July 27, 2010 @ 2:03PMSend your sports announcements and news to dwolcott@cnc.com or ocm@cnc.com or fax to 508-591-6601 or mail to Old Colony Memorial, 182 Standish Ave., Plymouth, MA 02360.
- Favorable trade Tuesday, July 27, 2010 @ 1:15PMWashington may have claimed the Southeast Conference’s regular season championship, but Mt. Pleasant claimed the District 11 title, 4-1, last night at the Mapleleaf Community Complex, ending the Demons’ season in the process.
- Community sports calendar - July 29 Tuesday, July 27, 2010 @ 12:56PMSend all photos, stories and calendar items to observersports@hcnonline.com or to 907 Main St., Humble, TX 77338.
- Stamps' Bryant named offensive player of the week Tuesday, July 27, 2010 @ 12:01PMCalgary wide receiver Romby Bryant is the CFL offensive player of the week after scoring two touchdowns in the Stamps' 40-20 win over Saskatchewans.
- Time for rookie hazing to end Tuesday, July 27, 2010 @ 11:07AMCowboys WR Dez Bryant was right to reject a practice that no longer matches the NFL's current landscape.
- Giants rookie Jones leaving hospital Tuesday, July 27, 2010 @ 10:53AMNew York Giants rookie safety Chad Jones is heading home to New Orleans after a nearly month-long stay in the hospital.
- Eagles training camp preview Sunday, July 25, 2010 @ 12:14PMWhat to watch for as Philadelphia's training camp opens
- NFL Predictions for 2010 Season: 10 Predictions For Minnesota Viking Sunday, July 25, 2010 @ 9:05AMThe Minnesota Vikings will be a team on a mission this upcoming season. With the likely return of the legendary Brett Favre, Minnesota is primed to be a serious contender in the NFC once again. The Vikings have serious talent on both sides of the ball that will likely result in a Super Bowl victory. Well, at least I hope so. As we all know, Minnesota has never won a Super Bowl. Hopefully in ...
- Signing up but with no guarantee in Madison Sunday, July 25, 2010 @ 6:12AMMADISON – Following an in-person signup June 12, the Madison Junior Girls’ Field Hockey program will consider late registrations for the fall season, but with no guarantee of placement in the program.
- Teen referees gain appreciation for game they love at Waterfront Soccer Tournament Sunday, July 25, 2010 @ 5:18AMNot every youth in cleats is trying to score goals this weekend at the Waterfront Soccer Tournament.
- Local sports calendar of events and notices Sunday, July 25, 2010 @ 3:43AMCOACHES NEEDED
- Around Your Town 07/25 Sunday, July 25, 2010 @ 2:45AMBisbee and area youths can sign up for the soccer season at the Bisbee Farmers Market on Saturday. Children and youth from age 4 to 12 years old can participate. The cost is $30 for the first child and $25 for each additional child. Registration runs through Aug. 31. Shin guards and soccer cleats are the only equipment needed. For more information, visit the website at: http ...
- 5 Eagles with something to prove Sunday, July 25, 2010 @ 2:25AMStacy Andrews
- Upcoming Sports Calendar Sunday, July 25, 2010 @ 1:08AMCHHS FOOTBALL: The CHHS Football Mini-Camp will be held July 26-29, with sessions running from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. each evening. The camp is free and open to all CHHS student athletes that are planning on playing football this fall. For more information, contact head coach Issac Marsh at IMarsh@chccs.
- Don't believe everything you were taught Sunday, July 25, 2010 @ 12:16AMEvery once in a while, your grandfather will tell you about some fabulous feat that happened before you were born, often to belittle whatever modern-day achievements some of us are celebrating. Guess what? Often, they're embellishing the facts or just making stuff up.Frankly, there are a lot of things -- some of them sports things -- I don't believe. Here now is Couch Slouch's first installment ...
- Former Comer star, college standout and NFL player now coaching college Saturday, July 24, 2010 @ 11:51PMFormer B.B. Comer standout Marcus Knight is starting a new chapter in his life. The former NFL player has hung up his playing cleats for a coaching whistle. Knight is going into his first full season as the wide receivers coach at Valparaiso University in Indiana.
- NFL blitz: Teams are doubling up in the backfield Saturday, July 24, 2010 @ 10:14PMT he NFL had its first 2,000-yard running back in six years last season: Tennessee’s Chris Johnson. But Johnson, who carried a league-most 358 times, was a rarity. Because of the wear-and-tear of a 16-game schedule — in addition to the different skills required in multiple offenses — most teams are doubling up in the backfield and splitting the workload between two and sometimes among three ...
- Former Met back at the Park Saturday, July 24, 2010 @ 9:30PMThere aren’t too many former Pittsfield Mets players still lacing up the cleats and taking the field. That’s why seeing John Kelly this weekend helped bring back memories.
- Andrew Breitbart And The Mullar Omar Debate Saturday, July 24, 2010 @ 4:14PMMullah Omar is where?
- Elite U-10 boys soccer team holds tryouts at Arthur Hill High School Saturday, July 24, 2010 @ 3:30PMSoccer coach Jim Duggan will hold tryouts for elite male athletes, ages 8-9, from 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. Tuesday at Arthur Hill High School.
- O.C. baseball team will hit Lithuania Saturday, July 24, 2010 @ 3:14PMA team of teenage baseball players is about to leave Orange County to represent the United States in a tournament where few American ballplayers have ever been. I'll be the team's assistant coach. And, after talking with the man who has organized...
- Slip in standards adds to surface tension at Etihad Saturday, July 24, 2010 @ 12:24PMTHE chorus of disapproval surrounding the Etihad Stadium surface has increased in volume after another prime-time showpiece at the venue was marred by frequent slipping and sliding.
- The numbing affect of No. 4 Saturday, July 24, 2010 @ 12:11PMMatt’s Take: Mr. Favre, For many years you have continued to amaze me with your “never say die” approach to playing quarterback. You have always lived by your arm, and died by your arm. I enjoyed watching you sling the ball, sometimes...
- Georgetown’s Bitchell to suit up for pro soccer team’s Academy program Thursday, July 22, 2010 @ 5:02PMSometimes, you just need the right people to start a Revolution. Georgetown’s Matt Bitchell is one of these individuals, and his soccer skills will come in very handy when the first shot is fired later this fall.
- Sports Digest Thursday, July 22, 2010 @ 4:57PMExtended GHS volleyball open Gym featuring Brooke Stahmer. Tue. July 20 and Thurs. July 22, 1-3pm in Warrior Gym. Come touch a ball before tryouts!
- Cubs' Managerial Opening Provides a Nice Subplot for Girardi's Expiring Contract Thursday, July 22, 2010 @ 3:19PMCould Girardi really walk away from being manager of the Yankees? New York Yankees - Manager - Management - Employment - Business
- Custom Soccer Cleats Thursday, July 22, 2010 @ 2:52PMThe custom soccer cleat is growing in popularity mainly due to the increasing number of professional players that sport their own custom made soccer cleat. The trend combines the latest technology of the latest soccer cleats with the push for an individual look to the soccer cleat.
- East Atlanta Mustangs begin preseason Monday Thursday, July 22, 2010 @ 2:45PMFor student-athletes who want to play football this season, but attend a private school that doesn’t field a team or are home schooled, the East Atlanta Mustangs are offering an opportunity.
- SEC Media Days: Thursday Wrap-Up Thursday, July 22, 2010 @ 2:31PMThe man tasked with taking over the SEC’s worst program was the biggest hit this week, and I don’t think anyone will top him. New Vanderbilt coach Robbie Caldwell ripped away Steve Spurrier ‘s claim on the Most Quotable Coach award, and while that won’t win him any games, it sure makes the lowly Commodores more fun to write about.
- Weston Town Crier Female Athlete of the Year: Abby D'Angelo Thursday, July 22, 2010 @ 2:28PMOn the soccer field, she was a ferocious tackler and the last line of defense in front of the goal. On the track, she was a Division 4 state champion on the 4 by 200 meter relay team. On the lacrosse field, she was the leading scorer and best defender for an overachieving team.
- Drive's "Green Day" to Celebrate Greenville's Birthday Thursday, July 22, 2010 @ 1:29PMGreenville, SC - The Greenville Drive will mark the City of Greenville's 179th birthday on Tuesday, August 10th, with its fifth annual Green Day celebration, to be held during its 7:05 PM game against the Rome Braves at Fluor Field at the West End.
- Kicker helps lead Gladiators Thursday, July 22, 2010 @ 7:46AMLosing a kicker such as Marco Armiento could cripple a team's special teams unit in football, and going into this season that is what the Sudbury Gladiators had to deal with.[...]
- Long-distance cycling: recommended equipment Thursday, July 22, 2010 @ 6:41AMHaving tackled the gruelling Etape du Tour, Charles Starmer-Smith gives the low-down on everything you need for those long rides .
- Scene Calendar: 07-22 Thursday, July 22, 2010 @ 6:38AMExcept where indicated, all area codes are 419. ROCK AND ALTERNATIVE A.J's Doolittle: 8525 Secor Rd., Lambertville; 734-856-3838; Classified: Fri.; Nick and Ian: Wed. Bier Stube: 5333 Monroe St.; 841-7999; Phonic Phreaks: Sun. Bitter End: Meinke Marina, 1086 Anchor Point Rd., Curtice, O.; 836-8610; Bobby May and Dry Bones Revival: Fri. Casa Barron Mexican Restaurant: 209 Louisiana Ave ...
- What To Expect From The Minnesota Vikings' Rookies In 2010 Thursday, July 22, 2010 @ 4:07AMIn the 2010 draft, the Minnesota Vikings made a total of eight picks. Four of them were used on offense, four on defense. Some may have questioned the Vikings' day three picks, but they could have actually been some of the smarter picks out there. Let's take a look at all of Minnesota's 2010 draft picks. Round two: Chris Cook, DB, Virginia Many questioned whether or not the Vikings made the ...
- Around Your Town: 7/22/10 Thursday, July 22, 2010 @ 2:14AMKids are invited to the field trip of a lifetime at KGCN — Kids’ and God’s Communication Network. Get ready for a week of games, stories, crafts and activities for kids ages 3 and up as they focus on God and the great ways He communicates with us. The event will be from 9 a.m. to noon through Friday at the Seventh-day Adventist Church, 777 S. Highway 92. Contact Lorraine Bartholomew at 227-5915 ...
- CHATTER: Kang survives, advances at U.S. Girls' Junior event Thursday, July 22, 2010 @ 1:13AMDanielle Kang didn't need to be reminded about her history as a stroke-play medalist entering match play at a United States Golf Association championship event.
- Vallejo High grad plays full-contact women's football Wednesday, July 21, 2010 @ 4:54AMApril Paraiso receives plenty of strange looks when she tells people she plays full-contact, tackle football for the Bay Area Bandits.Because she's an independent model, her friends and family were easily confused, at least at first.
- Prep football: North contact days start Mon. Wednesday, July 21, 2010 @ 4:08AMSheboygan North will hold its summer contact days for the Golden Raiders football team next week Monday through Friday at the North football field.
- Piniella will hang up cleats after season Wednesday, July 21, 2010 @ 3:44AMCHICAGO - Chicago Cubs manager Lou Piniella announced yesterday that he will retire at the end of the season, ending a storied and often colorful career that included 18 years in the majors as a player and another 22 as a manager.