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Last 14 days of local sports headlines.May 11th, 2008
Ryan Ludwick's 2-run single lifts Cards past Brewers 5-3
MILWAUKEE (AP) — Eric Gagne no longer wants to be called the Brewers’ closer. He’s pitching his way out of that role, anyway.
MILWAUKEE (AP) — Eric Gagne no longer wants to be called the Brewers’ closer. He’s pitching his way out of that role, anyway.
Raiders advance to district semifinals
FARMINGTON — The North County scored three runs with the help of three doubles in the third inning, and received another strong effort from unbeaten pitcher Nick Howlett on Saturday in a 4-2 triumph over Potosi during Class 3, District 2 opening-round action.
FARMINGTON — The North County scored three runs with the help of three doubles in the third inning, and received another strong effort from unbeaten pitcher Nick Howlett on Saturday in a 4-2 triumph over Potosi during Class 3, District 2 opening-round action.
Upcoming local sports events
Local sports events will be announced in the Daily Journal on Tuesday, Friday, and Sunday for two weeks preceding the event. Please send an announcement of your upcoming event to the sports department no sooner than three weeks before the event or its registration deadline by either phone 431-2010, FAX 431-7640, or drop it off in person at the Daily Journal office in Park Hills.
Local sports events will be announced in the Daily Journal on Tuesday, Friday, and Sunday for two weeks preceding the event. Please send an announcement of your upcoming event to the sports department no sooner than three weeks before the event or its registration deadline by either phone 431-2010, FAX 431-7640, or drop it off in person at the Daily Journal office in Park Hills.
Farmington trails De Soto in suspended game
FARMINGTON — The Farmington and De Soto baseball teams squared off in the third of four quarterfinal games scheduled in the Class 3, District 2 tournament at Wilson-Rozier Park on Saturday, but sloppy weather would not permit the contest to be completed.
FARMINGTON — The Farmington and De Soto baseball teams squared off in the third of four quarterfinal games scheduled in the Class 3, District 2 tournament at Wilson-Rozier Park on Saturday, but sloppy weather would not permit the contest to be completed.
Busch overcomes penalty, car and Darlington stripe in win
DARLINGTON, S.C. (AP) — Kyle Busch won the battle of attrition Saturday night as NASCAR’s least popular driver overcame a pit-road penalty and several scrapes with the wall to win at Darlington Raceway.
DARLINGTON, S.C. (AP) — Kyle Busch won the battle of attrition Saturday night as NASCAR’s least popular driver overcame a pit-road penalty and several scrapes with the wall to win at Darlington Raceway.
Sorenstam takes 3-shot lead into final round at Kingsmill
WILLIAMSBURG, Va. (AP) — Rarely spectacular but remarkable for her consistency, Annika Sorenstam shot her third consecutive nearly mistake-free round Saturday, and her 2-under 69 signaled that she may be ready to give Lorena Ochoa a run for No. 1 again.
WILLIAMSBURG, Va. (AP) — Rarely spectacular but remarkable for her consistency, Annika Sorenstam shot her third consecutive nearly mistake-free round Saturday, and her 2-under 69 signaled that she may be ready to give Lorena Ochoa a run for No. 1 again.
Ganassi's gamble pays off with Dixon on Indy 500 pole
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Strategy was almost as important as speed Saturday as Scott Dixon won the pole for the Indianapolis 500 with a big gamble by his Target Chip Ganassi Racing team.
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Strategy was almost as important as speed Saturday as Scott Dixon won the pole for the Indianapolis 500 with a big gamble by his Target Chip Ganassi Racing team.
Cardinals yank Jason Isringhausen from closer's role
MILWAUKEE (AP) — Jason Isringhausen got his wish.
MILWAUKEE (AP) — Jason Isringhausen got his wish.
Fans long to be scattered on sporting sites
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Even though he’s only 37 and in good health, Nathan Davis has already made out his will. In it, he bequeaths money to the University of Alabama athletic department and his ashes to Bryant-Denny Stadium.
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Even though he’s only 37 and in good health, Nathan Davis has already made out his will. In it, he bequeaths money to the University of Alabama athletic department and his ashes to Bryant-Denny Stadium.
MAC's Saturday game is deja vu of opener
PARK HILLS — The Mineral Area Cardinals were able to reach the fifth inning on Saturday against the Maple Woods Monarchs when for the second time in four days their game was again suspended because of rain.
PARK HILLS — The Mineral Area Cardinals were able to reach the fifth inning on Saturday against the Maple Woods Monarchs when for the second time in four days their game was again suspended because of rain.
May 10th, 2008
Youth gives way at Players
PONTE VEDRA BEACH, Fla. (AP) — Hot blasts of wind on a diabolical course made The Players Championship tough enough to turn someone’s hair gray. Not that the leaders needed any help with that Friday.
PONTE VEDRA BEACH, Fla. (AP) — Hot blasts of wind on a diabolical course made The Players Championship tough enough to turn someone’s hair gray. Not that the leaders needed any help with that Friday.
MAC Cardinals drop opening game to St. Charles
PARK HILLS — The Mineral Area College Cardinals had a hard time hosting the Region 16 Junior College Tournament on Day One as the faucet for the day’s rain was turned on and off in recurring cycles Wednesday morning. Finally, after a pair of one-hour delays and a fifth-inning downpour, the officials gave notice that the day’s games were canceled and play was finally resumed on Friday from where they had left off.
PARK HILLS — The Mineral Area College Cardinals had a hard time hosting the Region 16 Junior College Tournament on Day One as the faucet for the day’s rain was turned on and off in recurring cycles Wednesday morning. Finally, after a pair of one-hour delays and a fifth-inning downpour, the officials gave notice that the day’s games were canceled and play was finally resumed on Friday from where they had left off.
Clearwater home run takes away Rebels win
PIEDMONT, Mo. — Infielder Jake Hime blasted a game-winning, three-run homer in the bottom of the seventh inning on Friday, lifting host Clearwater past Central 7-6 in the regular season finale for both teams.
PIEDMONT, Mo. — Infielder Jake Hime blasted a game-winning, three-run homer in the bottom of the seventh inning on Friday, lifting host Clearwater past Central 7-6 in the regular season finale for both teams.
Weeks' 2-run single dumps Isringhausen and Cards
MILWAUKEE (AP) — Rickie Weeks hit a bases loaded, two-run single with two outs in the bottom of the ninth to give Milwaukee a 4-3 victory over the St. Louis Cardinals on Friday night and snap the Brewers’ six-game losing streak.
MILWAUKEE (AP) — Rickie Weeks hit a bases loaded, two-run single with two outs in the bottom of the ninth to give Milwaukee a 4-3 victory over the St. Louis Cardinals on Friday night and snap the Brewers’ six-game losing streak.
Sorenstam, Ochoa in final group at Kingsmill
WILLIAMSBURG, Va. (AP) — Lorena Ochoa started with a birdie, pulling her even with Annika Sorenstam, the playing partner she replaced as the No. 1 female golfer in the world.
WILLIAMSBURG, Va. (AP) — Lorena Ochoa started with a birdie, pulling her even with Annika Sorenstam, the playing partner she replaced as the No. 1 female golfer in the world.
Knights place second at districts, Arnold claims first in singles
SIKESTON — The Class 3 District 1 tennis tournament was held on Friday, and the Farmington Knights finished in second place behind the host team, with the Potosi Trojans taking third and Crystal City fourth.
SIKESTON — The Class 3 District 1 tennis tournament was held on Friday, and the Farmington Knights finished in second place behind the host team, with the Potosi Trojans taking third and Crystal City fourth.
Malkin's 2 goals lead flyin' Penguins past Flyers, 4-2
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Evgeni Malkin scored two dazzling goals 5 minutes apart to give Pittsburgh a two-goal lead, after Sidney Crosby tied it, and the Penguins rode their two big stars to a 4-2 victory over cross-state rival Philadelphia in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference finals Friday night.
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Evgeni Malkin scored two dazzling goals 5 minutes apart to give Pittsburgh a two-goal lead, after Sidney Crosby tied it, and the Penguins rode their two big stars to a 4-2 victory over cross-state rival Philadelphia in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference finals Friday night.
Rams' top draft pick has good first outing
EARTH CITY, Mo. (AP) — Chris Long found out early that although he was the St. Louis Rams’ first-round draft choice and the No. 2 selection overall, he is still just a rookie.
EARTH CITY, Mo. (AP) — Chris Long found out early that although he was the St. Louis Rams’ first-round draft choice and the No. 2 selection overall, he is still just a rookie.
MAC prolongs season with six-inning rally
PARK HILLS — Chad Moss belted a pivotal two-run homer, and fellow outfielder Seth Blackwell delivered the decisive two-run single during a chaotic sixth-inning rally, as Mineral Area College extended its baseball season on Friday with a 10-8 victory over North Central at the Region XVI Tournament.
PARK HILLS — Chad Moss belted a pivotal two-run homer, and fellow outfielder Seth Blackwell delivered the decisive two-run single during a chaotic sixth-inning rally, as Mineral Area College extended its baseball season on Friday with a 10-8 victory over North Central at the Region XVI Tournament.
May 9th, 2008
Rockies' gain split of four games with Cards
DENVER (AP) — Matt Holliday had four singles, Jorge De La Rosa scattered five hits over 5 2-3 innings and the Colorado Rockies beat the St. Louis Cardinals 9-3 Thursday to salvage a split in their four-game series.
DENVER (AP) — Matt Holliday had four singles, Jorge De La Rosa scattered five hits over 5 2-3 innings and the Colorado Rockies beat the St. Louis Cardinals 9-3 Thursday to salvage a split in their four-game series.
Missouri's best senior women golfers to play at Terre Du Lac
On May 20-21 women golfers from around the State of Missouri, including Johnson County, Kansas, will take over the 18-hole Terre Du Lac Country Club to compete in the 16th Senior Championship Tournament put on by the Missouri Women’s Golf Association (MWGA).
On May 20-21 women golfers from around the State of Missouri, including Johnson County, Kansas, will take over the 18-hole Terre Du Lac Country Club to compete in the 16th Senior Championship Tournament put on by the Missouri Women’s Golf Association (MWGA).
Red Wings roll past Stars 4-1 in West finals opener
DETROIT (AP) — Johan Franzen, Brian Rafalski and Tomas Holmstrom scored power-play goals for the Detroit Red Wings, who built a big lead in the second period and coasted to a 4-1 win over the Dallas Stars in Game 1 of the Western Conference finals on Thursday night.
DETROIT (AP) — Johan Franzen, Brian Rafalski and Tomas Holmstrom scored power-play goals for the Detroit Red Wings, who built a big lead in the second period and coasted to a 4-1 win over the Dallas Stars in Game 1 of the Western Conference finals on Thursday night.
Richardson To Become Hannibal Runner
North County speedster Adam Richardson will join the Hannibal-La Grange Trojans next year on their track and field team. Richardson signed on Wednesday with his parents Ray and Brenda Richardson alongside. North County track coach Jack Goeller (left) and weightlifting coach Tom Hackworth (right) flank Hannibal’s athletic Director Jason Nichols behind Richardson. - Donn Adamson / Daily Journal
North County speedster Adam Richardson will join the Hannibal-La Grange Trojans next year on their track and field team. Richardson signed on Wednesday with his parents Ray and Brenda Richardson alongside. North County track coach Jack Goeller (left) and weightlifting coach Tom Hackworth (right) flank Hannibal’s athletic Director Jason Nichols behind Richardson. - Donn Adamson / Daily Journal
Linehan wants to start team-buiding now
ST. LOUIS (AP) — The St. Louis Rams’ three-day mandatory minicamp that begins Friday is an indication that coach Scott Linehan is not taking the long view.
ST. LOUIS (AP) — The St. Louis Rams’ three-day mandatory minicamp that begins Friday is an indication that coach Scott Linehan is not taking the long view.
Upcoming local sports events
Local sports events will be announced in the Daily Journal on Tuesday, Friday, and Sunday for two weeks preceding the event. Please send an announcement of your upcoming event to the sports department no sooner than three weeks before the event or its registration deadline by either phone 431-2010, FAX 431-7640, or drop it off in person at the Daily Journal office in Park Hills.
Local sports events will be announced in the Daily Journal on Tuesday, Friday, and Sunday for two weeks preceding the event. Please send an announcement of your upcoming event to the sports department no sooner than three weeks before the event or its registration deadline by either phone 431-2010, FAX 431-7640, or drop it off in person at the Daily Journal office in Park Hills.
Garcia builds an early lead
PONTE VEDRA BEACH, Fla. (AP) — The flag was in a tempting location, back and left on the 13th green at the TPC Sawgrass with a pond running alongside the left side. Sergio Garcia took dead aim with a 7-iron and the ball never left its target.
PONTE VEDRA BEACH, Fla. (AP) — The flag was in a tempting location, back and left on the 13th green at the TPC Sawgrass with a pond running alongside the left side. Sergio Garcia took dead aim with a 7-iron and the ball never left its target.
Pierce, Allen lead Celtics to Game 2 victory
BOSTON (AP) — Paul Pierce scored 19 points and Ray Allen broke out of a seven-quarter scoring drought with 16 points to help Boston beat Cleveland 89-73 on Thursday night and take a 2-0 lead in the Eastern Conference semifinals.
BOSTON (AP) — Paul Pierce scored 19 points and Ray Allen broke out of a seven-quarter scoring drought with 16 points to help Boston beat Cleveland 89-73 on Thursday night and take a 2-0 lead in the Eastern Conference semifinals.
Guillen talking himself out of a job
It may be too late for the White Sox to get a refund for the sensitivity training they were ordered to put manager Ozzie Guillen through two summers ago. The man seems more determined than ever to talk his way out of a job.
It may be too late for the White Sox to get a refund for the sensitivity training they were ordered to put manager Ozzie Guillen through two summers ago. The man seems more determined than ever to talk his way out of a job.
Thursday's Sports in Brief
Thursday's sports in brief around the country.
Thursday's sports in brief around the country.
Knightettes drop final match of regular season
FARMINGTON — The Farmington girls soccer team successfully limited the number of first-half scoring threats allowed to Notre Dame on Thursday, but the powerful Bulldogs still notched a 3-0 win in the regular-season finale for both teams.
FARMINGTON — The Farmington girls soccer team successfully limited the number of first-half scoring threats allowed to Notre Dame on Thursday, but the powerful Bulldogs still notched a 3-0 win in the regular-season finale for both teams.
May 8th, 2008
Richardson Outtlifts Them All
Adam Richardson holds the Overall Strongest Competitor Trophy which he won at the Spartan Powerlifting Meet in St. Louis. Richardson won the award for the best total weight in the three-lift event, bench press, squat and dead lift. Standing with Richardson is North County weightlifting coach Tom Hackworth. - Submitted photo
Adam Richardson holds the Overall Strongest Competitor Trophy which he won at the Spartan Powerlifting Meet in St. Louis. Richardson won the award for the best total weight in the three-lift event, bench press, squat and dead lift. Standing with Richardson is North County weightlifting coach Tom Hackworth. - Submitted photo
Olympic torch lit on top of Everest
BEIJING (AP) — An Olympic flame reached the top of the world Thursday.
BEIJING (AP) — An Olympic flame reached the top of the world Thursday.
Red Wings sweep, Rangers still alive
DENVER (AP) — Johan Franzen’s second hat trick in three games fueled Detroit’s 8-2 rout of Colorado on Thursday night that completed a sweep of the injury-riddled Avalanche.
DENVER (AP) — Johan Franzen’s second hat trick in three games fueled Detroit’s 8-2 rout of Colorado on Thursday night that completed a sweep of the injury-riddled Avalanche.
Not all progress is academic
The people who run college athletics took time off the other day from counting the millions of dollars top athletes make for their schools to pat themselves on the back because more athletes are actually going to class.
The people who run college athletics took time off the other day from counting the millions of dollars top athletes make for their schools to pat themselves on the back because more athletes are actually going to class.
Wednesday's Sports in Brief
Here's a look at Wednesday's sports in brief around the country.
Here's a look at Wednesday's sports in brief around the country.
Mark Mulder has rotator cuff strain
DENVER (AP) — Cardinals starter Mark Mulder has a mild rotator cuff strain in his left shoulder, causing St. Louis to stop his injury rehabilitation assignment.
DENVER (AP) — Cardinals starter Mark Mulder has a mild rotator cuff strain in his left shoulder, causing St. Louis to stop his injury rehabilitation assignment.
Rockies rally past Cardinals, Izzy blows save
DENVER (AP) — The Rocktober magic returned to Coors Field at least for a night.
DENVER (AP) — The Rocktober magic returned to Coors Field at least for a night.
Knights escape rain, beat Bluff 6-2
POPLAR BLUFF — The Farmington Knights managed to elude Wednesday’s drenching rains to get in their game against the Poplar Bluff Mules, and they picked up a 6-2 win in the process.
POPLAR BLUFF — The Farmington Knights managed to elude Wednesday’s drenching rains to get in their game against the Poplar Bluff Mules, and they picked up a 6-2 win in the process.
Rockies blast Cardinals 9-3, De La Rosa picks up win
DENVER (AP) -- Matt Holliday had four singles, Jorge De La Rosa scattered five hits over 5 2-3 innings and the Colorado Rockies beat the St. Louis Cardinals 9-3 Thursday to salvage a split in their four-game series.
DENVER (AP) -- Matt Holliday had four singles, Jorge De La Rosa scattered five hits over 5 2-3 innings and the Colorado Rockies beat the St. Louis Cardinals 9-3 Thursday to salvage a split in their four-game series.
Region 16 Tourney put on hold by Wednesday's rains
• Mineral Area Cardinals get four-plus innings in. See Friday’s Daily Journal for the rest of the story.
• Mineral Area Cardinals get four-plus innings in. See Friday’s Daily Journal for the rest of the story.
Burlison and Woods U. To Play In Nationals
Fredericktown High School graduate Mark Burlison holds up his plaques for making First-Team All-Region and All-Conference in golf. Burlison and the William Woods University golf team earned the right to play in the NAIA National Tournament to be played next week at the Indiana National Golf Club in Plymouth, Indiana. - Submitted photo
Fredericktown High School graduate Mark Burlison holds up his plaques for making First-Team All-Region and All-Conference in golf. Burlison and the William Woods University golf team earned the right to play in the NAIA National Tournament to be played next week at the Indiana National Golf Club in Plymouth, Indiana. - Submitted photo
May 7th, 2008
Warriors pick up 17th win, Blackcats fall to De Soto
STE. GENEVIEVE — The Valle Warriors continued their winning ways on Tuesday with a a 7-4 win over the St. Vincent Indians. After giving up two runs in the top of the first, the Warriors scored three in the bottom of the inning and never trailed again.
STE. GENEVIEVE — The Valle Warriors continued their winning ways on Tuesday with a a 7-4 win over the St. Vincent Indians. After giving up two runs in the top of the first, the Warriors scored three in the bottom of the inning and never trailed again.
MVP at the buzzer and when the check arrives
Short of leaving town, there are only two ways to make your teammates better. Teach them to make good decisions, share the ball and then hang around long enough to see that trust rewarded — or else threaten to leave until management trades for some better ones.
Short of leaving town, there are only two ways to make your teammates better. Teach them to make good decisions, share the ball and then hang around long enough to see that trust rewarded — or else threaten to leave until management trades for some better ones.
Tuesday's Sports in Brief
Here's a look at Tuesday's sports in brief around the country.
Here's a look at Tuesday's sports in brief around the country.
Looper turns in longest outing of career
DENVER (AP) — Braden Looper pitched into the ninth inning in the longest outing of his career and went 2-for-3 with an RBI, and the St. Louis Cardinals hung on for a 6-5 win over the slumping Colorado Rockies on Tuesday night.
DENVER (AP) — Braden Looper pitched into the ninth inning in the longest outing of his career and went 2-for-3 with an RBI, and the St. Louis Cardinals hung on for a 6-5 win over the slumping Colorado Rockies on Tuesday night.
Walks and errors haunt Cougars against Eagles
CADET — The recently-struggling Grandview baseball team scored five unearned runs with the assistance of five Kingston errors, and spoiled the home finale for the Cougars with a 7-6 victory on Tuesday.
CADET — The recently-struggling Grandview baseball team scored five unearned runs with the assistance of five Kingston errors, and spoiled the home finale for the Cougars with a 7-6 victory on Tuesday.
Kobe Bryant wins 1st MVP award
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Finally, an MVP award for Kobe Bryant.
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Finally, an MVP award for Kobe Bryant.
Knightettes celebrate Senior Night with win, Lady Cats lose in shoot-out
FARMINGTON — The Farmington Knightettes soccer team gave their seniors a final home game to remember with a 4-2 win over the Windsor Owls on Tuesday, the Knightettes’ Senior Night.
FARMINGTON — The Farmington Knightettes soccer team gave their seniors a final home game to remember with a 4-2 win over the Windsor Owls on Tuesday, the Knightettes’ Senior Night.
Celtics hold off LeBron James and beat Cavaliers 76-72
BOSTON (AP) — LeBron James drove to the basket, the lane surprisingly clear. He reached out toward the rim, rolled the ball off his fingertips ...
BOSTON (AP) — LeBron James drove to the basket, the lane surprisingly clear. He reached out toward the rim, rolled the ball off his fingertips ...
May 6th, 2008
Knights take tourney crown, McLaurin shoots 67
TERRE DU LAC — The MAAA Conference Tournament was held at the Terre Du Lac Country Club on Monday and when the nine teams had finished their 18-hole rounds, the Farmington Knights stood atop the nine-school standings with a score of 323. The Arcadia Valley Tigers were next in line with a 330, followed by the Fredericktown Blackcats at 346.
TERRE DU LAC — The MAAA Conference Tournament was held at the Terre Du Lac Country Club on Monday and when the nine teams had finished their 18-hole rounds, the Farmington Knights stood atop the nine-school standings with a score of 323. The Arcadia Valley Tigers were next in line with a 330, followed by the Fredericktown Blackcats at 346.
Trojans win twin-bill, Knights, Vikings fall in extra frames
POTOSI — The Potosi Trojans added a make-up game with the St. Pius Lancers onto their already scheduled contest with the Union Wildcats on Monday and the Trojans decisively swept both ends of the doubleheader with an offensive display of 23 hits and 25 runs. Potosi defeated Union 14-5 and then crushed St. Pius 11-2.
POTOSI — The Potosi Trojans added a make-up game with the St. Pius Lancers onto their already scheduled contest with the Union Wildcats on Monday and the Trojans decisively swept both ends of the doubleheader with an offensive display of 23 hits and 25 runs. Potosi defeated Union 14-5 and then crushed St. Pius 11-2.
Lady Raiders use second-half goals to defeat Lady Cats
BONNE TERRE — The North County Raiders picked up their third varsity win in soccer on Monday with a 3-1 come-from-behind victory over the Fredericktown Lady Cats.
BONNE TERRE — The North County Raiders picked up their third varsity win in soccer on Monday with a 3-1 come-from-behind victory over the Fredericktown Lady Cats.
Bruns, Francis, Kempin and Dodd grace Victory Lane at SFCR
FARMINGTON — A J Bruns, from Lincoln, IL drove his Bruns Service Center, Honey Hole Outfitters, Eagle Chassis mount to a “hat trick” on Saturday evening, winning his heat, dash and feature events in convincing style.
FARMINGTON — A J Bruns, from Lincoln, IL drove his Bruns Service Center, Honey Hole Outfitters, Eagle Chassis mount to a “hat trick” on Saturday evening, winning his heat, dash and feature events in convincing style.
Busch becomes Public Enemy No. 1 for wrecking Earnhardt
CONCORD, N.C. (AP) — Three security guards followed Kyle Busch around Lowe’s Motor Speedway, where his safety was presumably still in danger from a victory-starved “Junior Nation” incensed over the late-race accident that cost Dale Earnhardt Jr. a victory.
CONCORD, N.C. (AP) — Three security guards followed Kyle Busch around Lowe’s Motor Speedway, where his safety was presumably still in danger from a victory-starved “Junior Nation” incensed over the late-race accident that cost Dale Earnhardt Jr. a victory.
Monday's Sports in Brief
Here's a look at Monday's sports in brief around the country.
Here's a look at Monday's sports in brief around the country.
Pujols scores winning run
DENVER (AP) — A hustling Albert Pujols scored from second base on a groundout in the ninth inning, lifting the St. Louis Cardinals to a 6-5 victory over the Colorado Rockies on Monday night.
DENVER (AP) — A hustling Albert Pujols scored from second base on a groundout in the ninth inning, lifting the St. Louis Cardinals to a 6-5 victory over the Colorado Rockies on Monday night.
Big innings fuel two Central wins
PARK HILLS — The Central baseball team highlighted a successful comeback by exploding for nine insurance runs during the sixth inning on Monday, turning a close game into a 13-3 rout over visiting West County.
PARK HILLS — The Central baseball team highlighted a successful comeback by exploding for nine insurance runs during the sixth inning on Monday, turning a close game into a 13-3 rout over visiting West County.
May 5th, 2008
Mineral Area College Basketball Players In Transition
The Mineral Area College Cardinals basketball team announced recently the signing of three existing players as well as three incoming players. In left photo (from left to right) are Head-coach Corey Tate, sophomores Jerwin Calloway, Barry Wellington and Ryan Lawrence, and assistant coach Chad Kish. Calloway signed with Northern Illinois University, Wellington with SIU-Edwardsville, and Lawrence at University of Missouri-St. Louis. In right photo, signing with MAC (left-right) are Mike Stovall, a transfer from Oregon State, and Kevin Johnson from University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee. Not pictured is Korey McDaniel from Cuba, Missouri. - Donn Adamson / Daily Journal
The Mineral Area College Cardinals basketball team announced recently the signing of three existing players as well as three incoming players. In left photo (from left to right) are Head-coach Corey Tate, sophomores Jerwin Calloway, Barry Wellington and Ryan Lawrence, and assistant coach Chad Kish. Calloway signed with Northern Illinois University, Wellington with SIU-Edwardsville, and Lawrence at University of Missouri-St. Louis. In right photo, signing with MAC (left-right) are Mike Stovall, a transfer from Oregon State, and Kevin Johnson from University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee. Not pictured is Korey McDaniel from Cuba, Missouri. - Donn Adamson / Daily Journal
Creamer finishes strong to win in Tulsa
BROKEN ARROW, Okla. (AP) — Paula Creamer blew another lead late in the final round and found herself in another playoff.
BROKEN ARROW, Okla. (AP) — Paula Creamer blew another lead late in the final round and found herself in another playoff.
Anthony Kim cruises to win at Wachovia Championship
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — Knee surgery prevented Tiger Woods from attempting to defend his Wachovia Championship title. Anthony Kim didn’t disappoint fans at Quail Hollow Club looking for Tiger-like brilliance.
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — Knee surgery prevented Tiger Woods from attempting to defend his Wachovia Championship title. Anthony Kim didn’t disappoint fans at Quail Hollow Club looking for Tiger-like brilliance.
Gas prices have race fans rethinking trip to the track
Auto racing is the ultimate in gas-guzzling entertainment. But the prospect of paying $4 a gallon to get to the track has some fans reluctant to start their engines.
Auto racing is the ultimate in gas-guzzling entertainment. But the prospect of paying $4 a gallon to get to the track has some fans reluctant to start their engines.
No cards for Eight Belles
There won’t be a dramatic fight for life this time around. No national day of mourning for a brave horse who wouldn’t give up.
There won’t be a dramatic fight for life this time around. No national day of mourning for a brave horse who wouldn’t give up.
Sunday's Sports in Brief
Here's a look at Sunday's sports in brief.
Here's a look at Sunday's sports in brief.
Struggling reliever demoted to minors
ST. LOUIS (AP) — Anthony Reyes was demoted to the minor leagues by the St. Louis Cardinals on Sunday after sputtering in a relief role with a 5.27 ERA.
ST. LOUIS (AP) — Anthony Reyes was demoted to the minor leagues by the St. Louis Cardinals on Sunday after sputtering in a relief role with a 5.27 ERA.
Pujols leads Cards past Cubs
ST. LOUIS (AP) — Albert Pujols reached base for the 32nd consecutive game, one shy of his personal best to start the year, and did it with a key two-run double in the fourth inning that was the go-ahead hit in the St. Louis Cardinals’ 5-3 victory over the Chicago Cubs on Sunday night.
ST. LOUIS (AP) — Albert Pujols reached base for the 32nd consecutive game, one shy of his personal best to start the year, and did it with a key two-run double in the fourth inning that was the go-ahead hit in the St. Louis Cardinals’ 5-3 victory over the Chicago Cubs on Sunday night.
Cubs' offense backs Lilly in victory over Cardinals
ST. LOUIS (AP) - The top offense in the major leagues surfaced again on Saturday. Chicago Cubs manager Lou Piniella only asks that his team try to minimize the lows.
ST. LOUIS (AP) - The top offense in the major leagues surfaced again on Saturday. Chicago Cubs manager Lou Piniella only asks that his team try to minimize the lows.
McLaurin Completes Four-Year Sweep of District Crowns
Jordan McLaurin has been the medalist a perfect four straight years in Class 2 district tournaments. Monday McLaurin shot a par 72 at Crown Pointe Golf Course to lead his team to a berth in the state play-offs.
Jordan McLaurin has been the medalist a perfect four straight years in Class 2 district tournaments. Monday McLaurin shot a par 72 at Crown Pointe Golf Course to lead his team to a berth in the state play-offs.
Kim roars to four-shot lead at Wachovia
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) -Quail Hollow Club’s tree-lined, old-style setup has produced an impressive list of winners, ranging from Vijay Singh to Jim Furyk to last year’s champion, Tiger Woods.
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) -Quail Hollow Club’s tree-lined, old-style setup has produced an impressive list of winners, ranging from Vijay Singh to Jim Furyk to last year’s champion, Tiger Woods.
MAC Cardinals end regular season on four-game winning streak
PARK HILLS — The MAC Cardinals sunk the North Central Missouri Pirates 6-3 in the first game and 9-0 in the second game to garner wins in both games of Sunday’s doubleheader at Harold Loughary Field.
PARK HILLS — The MAC Cardinals sunk the North Central Missouri Pirates 6-3 in the first game and 9-0 in the second game to garner wins in both games of Sunday’s doubleheader at Harold Loughary Field.
Lady Warrior run away with 15th district title
FULTON — The Valle Lady Warriors continue to dominate their district meets in Class 1 track, having won 15 in all including 14 of the last 16. Their latest, a 135 point runaway of the Class 1 District Meet held on Saturday. New Haven placed second as a team with 73 points and Saxony Lutheran was third at 63. The win is Valle’s second in a row.
FULTON — The Valle Lady Warriors continue to dominate their district meets in Class 1 track, having won 15 in all including 14 of the last 16. Their latest, a 135 point runaway of the Class 1 District Meet held on Saturday. New Haven placed second as a team with 73 points and Saxony Lutheran was third at 63. The win is Valle’s second in a row.
Four Area Players Make Coaches Honors Team
Four players were selected for tennis honors by the coaches for their excellent play and good sportsmanship on the courts. From left to right are Frederick Beckmann of North County, Justin Arnold of Farmington and Andrew Blunt of North County. Not pictured is Nathan Payne of Potosi. - Donn Adamson / Daily Journal
Four players were selected for tennis honors by the coaches for their excellent play and good sportsmanship on the courts. From left to right are Frederick Beckmann of North County, Justin Arnold of Farmington and Andrew Blunt of North County. Not pictured is Nathan Payne of Potosi. - Donn Adamson / Daily Journal
Upcoming local sports events
Local sports events will be announced in the Daily Journal on Tuesday, Friday, and Sunday for two weeks preceding the event. Please send an announcement of your upcoming event to the sports department no sooner than three weeks before the event or its registration deadline by either phone 431-2010, FAX 431-7640, or drop it off in person at the Daily Journal office in Park Hills.
Local sports events will be announced in the Daily Journal on Tuesday, Friday, and Sunday for two weeks preceding the event. Please send an announcement of your upcoming event to the sports department no sooner than three weeks before the event or its registration deadline by either phone 431-2010, FAX 431-7640, or drop it off in person at the Daily Journal office in Park Hills.
May 4th, 2008
Big Brown wins Derby; filly Eight Belles euthanized
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP)-Big Brown was pulling away from the field, accelerating with every powerful stride toward the finish line in the Kentucky Derby.
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP)-Big Brown was pulling away from the field, accelerating with every powerful stride toward the finish line in the Kentucky Derby.
Bowyer wins wild Richmond race
RICHMOND, Va. (AP) - Denny Hamlin appeared headed toward an easy victory. Then, Dale Earnhardt Jr. seemed poised to snap his two-year losing streak.
RICHMOND, Va. (AP) - Denny Hamlin appeared headed toward an easy victory. Then, Dale Earnhardt Jr. seemed poised to snap his two-year losing streak.
Upcoming local sports events
Local sports events will be announced in the Daily Journal on Tuesday, Friday, and Sunday for two weeks preceding the event. Please send an announcement of your upcoming event to the sports department no sooner than three weeks before the event or its registration deadline by either phone 431-2010, FAX 431-7640, or drop it off in person at the Daily Journal office in Park Hills.
Local sports events will be announced in the Daily Journal on Tuesday, Friday, and Sunday for two weeks preceding the event. Please send an announcement of your upcoming event to the sports department no sooner than three weeks before the event or its registration deadline by either phone 431-2010, FAX 431-7640, or drop it off in person at the Daily Journal office in Park Hills.
Knights end lengthy drought in MAAA tournament finals
FARMINGTON - The Farmington baseball program had repeatedly reached the finals of the MAAA Conference Tournament over the past eight years, only to watch its opponents carry the championship plaque away each time.
FARMINGTON - The Farmington baseball program had repeatedly reached the finals of the MAAA Conference Tournament over the past eight years, only to watch its opponents carry the championship plaque away each time.
Seven home runs equal two region wins for MAC
PARK HILLS - The Mineral Area College baseball team took full advantage of an inviting breeze that blew steadily to center field on Saturday, and likely improved its seed for the upcoming Region XVI Tournament.
PARK HILLS - The Mineral Area College baseball team took full advantage of an inviting breeze that blew steadily to center field on Saturday, and likely improved its seed for the upcoming Region XVI Tournament.
May 3rd, 2008
Creamer takes early lead; Ochoa six behind
BROKEN ARROW, Okla. (AP) - Paula Creamer and Lorena Ochoa played together for the first 36 holes at the SemGroup Championship, battling a vicious wind that came from two directions and getting two very different results.
BROKEN ARROW, Okla. (AP) - Paula Creamer and Lorena Ochoa played together for the first 36 holes at the SemGroup Championship, battling a vicious wind that came from two directions and getting two very different results.
Bohn takes Wachovia Championship lead as Mickelson fades
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) - As Phil Mickelson’s round imploded with a series of wayward shots, the Wachovia Championship flew in a different direction.
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) - As Phil Mickelson’s round imploded with a series of wayward shots, the Wachovia Championship flew in a different direction.
Big Brown gets chance to prove he's a big-time colt
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP) - All week, the chatter along the Churchill Downs backstretch has been about Big Brown running away with the Kentucky Derby.
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP) - All week, the chatter along the Churchill Downs backstretch has been about Big Brown running away with the Kentucky Derby.
Price takes Champions Tour lead
LAKEWAY, Texas (AP) - Nick Price shot a season-best 7-under 65 on Friday to take a one-stroke lead over fellow major champion Mark O’Meara after the first round of the Champions Tour’s FedEx Kinko’s Classic.
LAKEWAY, Texas (AP) - Nick Price shot a season-best 7-under 65 on Friday to take a one-stroke lead over fellow major champion Mark O’Meara after the first round of the Champions Tour’s FedEx Kinko’s Classic.
Warriors shut out Trojans for third place
Editor’s Note: The championship game of the MAAA baseball tournament between Farmington and Ste. Genevieve was completed past our deadline for print. Full details of that contest can be found in Sunday’s Daily Journal.
Editor’s Note: The championship game of the MAAA baseball tournament between Farmington and Ste. Genevieve was completed past our deadline for print. Full details of that contest can be found in Sunday’s Daily Journal.
May 2nd, 2008
Red Wings sweep, Rangers still alive
DENVER (AP) — Johan Franzen’s second hat trick in three games fueled Detroit’s 8-2 rout of Colorado on Thursday night that completed a sweep of the injury-riddled Avalanche.
DENVER (AP) — Johan Franzen’s second hat trick in three games fueled Detroit’s 8-2 rout of Colorado on Thursday night that completed a sweep of the injury-riddled Avalanche.
Tigers claim conference golf title, tourney next in sight
PARK HILLS — The Arcadia Valley Tigers put a lock on first place in the Mineral Area Activities Association boys golf conference on Thursday with a 182-197 win over the Central Rebels at Crown Pointe Golf Course. Rolin Baker of Central was medalist of the dual meet with a 40.
PARK HILLS — The Arcadia Valley Tigers put a lock on first place in the Mineral Area Activities Association boys golf conference on Thursday with a 182-197 win over the Central Rebels at Crown Pointe Golf Course. Rolin Baker of Central was medalist of the dual meet with a 40.
Rebels beat Cougars to win consolation, Vikings win
FARMINGTON — The Central Rebels let loose a fiery offense on Thursday, scoring six runs in the first inning to defeat the Kingston Cougars 12-2 and win the consolation final of the MAAA Tournament at Wilson Rozier.
FARMINGTON — The Central Rebels let loose a fiery offense on Thursday, scoring six runs in the first inning to defeat the Kingston Cougars 12-2 and win the consolation final of the MAAA Tournament at Wilson Rozier.
MAC Cardinals drop pair of close games to Monarchs
PARK HILLS — The Mineral Area College Cardinals could not come up with the right hits at the right time as they lost both ends of a doubleheader to the Maple Woods Monarchs 1-0 and 6-4 on Thursday.
PARK HILLS — The Mineral Area College Cardinals could not come up with the right hits at the right time as they lost both ends of a doubleheader to the Maple Woods Monarchs 1-0 and 6-4 on Thursday.
Much more than a trip around the bases
It’s hard to praise sportsmanship without sounding like a chump.
It’s hard to praise sportsmanship without sounding like a chump.
A wind-blown start for Ochoa
BROKEN ARROW, Okla. (AP) — Lorena Ochoa felt helpless as too many shots ballooned into relentless gusts that reached 36 mph Thursday, sending her to only her second round over par this year.
BROKEN ARROW, Okla. (AP) — Lorena Ochoa felt helpless as too many shots ballooned into relentless gusts that reached 36 mph Thursday, sending her to only her second round over par this year.
Thursday's Sports in Brief
Sports in brief around the country for Thursday.
Sports in brief around the country for Thursday.
Raiders tame Bulldogs for fifth-place finish
FARMINGTON — Jake Cavins provided a dominant performance on the mound, and the North County baseball team displayed sound fundamentals on Thursday to claim a 5-0 victory over West County in the fifth-place game of the MAAA Tournament.
FARMINGTON — Jake Cavins provided a dominant performance on the mound, and the North County baseball team displayed sound fundamentals on Thursday to claim a 5-0 victory over West County in the fifth-place game of the MAAA Tournament.
May 1st, 2008
Bulldogs, raiders to play for MAAA fifth
BONNE TERRE — The North County Raiders beat the Valley Vikings 13-3 in five innings Wednesday, scoring five of their 13 runs in the first inning.
BONNE TERRE — The North County Raiders beat the Valley Vikings 13-3 in five innings Wednesday, scoring five of their 13 runs in the first inning.
MAC powers up in split with St. Charles
PARK HILLS — The Mineral Area College Cardinals and St. Charles Cougars picked up where they had left off in the second inning of a game which was started on April 8, but was suspended due to rain.
PARK HILLS — The Mineral Area College Cardinals and St. Charles Cougars picked up where they had left off in the second inning of a game which was started on April 8, but was suspended due to rain.
Warriors fight wind at districts, Rebels and Knights win duals
STE. GENEVIEVE — The Valle Warriors placed sixth out of nine schools in the Class 1, District 1 Tournament held at Ste. Genevieve County Country Club with a score of 429. Medalist honors went to the lone player of the Van Buren team, Zane Betz, who scored an 82.
STE. GENEVIEVE — The Valle Warriors placed sixth out of nine schools in the Class 1, District 1 Tournament held at Ste. Genevieve County Country Club with a score of 429. Medalist honors went to the lone player of the Van Buren team, Zane Betz, who scored an 82.
Danica Patrick will be in comfort zone at Indy 500
Danica Patrick will be among the favorites to win the Indianapolis 500 when practice officially begins Tuesday for the May 25 race.
Danica Patrick will be among the favorites to win the Indianapolis 500 when practice officially begins Tuesday for the May 25 race.
Flyers one away from finals, Sharks avoid sweep by Stars
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Danny Briere scored on a rebound with 3:38 left to lift Philadelphia to a 4-2 victory over Montreal on Wednesday night and a 3-1 lead in the Eastern Conference semifinals.
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Danny Briere scored on a rebound with 3:38 left to lift Philadelphia to a 4-2 victory over Montreal on Wednesday night and a 3-1 lead in the Eastern Conference semifinals.
Soto two three-run homers power Cubs past Brewers
CHICAGO (AP) — Geovany Soto hit two three-run homers and Chicago pounded the Milwaukee Brewers 19-5 on Wednesday night with prospective owner Mark Cuban watching from the current owners’ seats.
CHICAGO (AP) — Geovany Soto hit two three-run homers and Chicago pounded the Milwaukee Brewers 19-5 on Wednesday night with prospective owner Mark Cuban watching from the current owners’ seats.
Wednesday's Sports in Brief
PRO BASKETBALL, DALLAS (AP) — The Dallas Mavericks fired coach Avery Johnson, the first of what’s likely to be many offseason moves after the team with the league’s highest payroll again flopped in the first round of the playoffs.
PRO BASKETBALL, DALLAS (AP) — The Dallas Mavericks fired coach Avery Johnson, the first of what’s likely to be many offseason moves after the team with the league’s highest payroll again flopped in the first round of the playoffs.
Perfect inning ends closer's slump
ST. LOUIS (AP) Getting to the point where the countdown to 300 saves could begin was quite an ordeal for St. Louis Cardinals closer Jason Isringhausen.
Mulder struggles in rehab start
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (AP) St. Louis Cardinals left-hander Mark Mulder gave up nine runs in his fourth rehabilitation start, an indication he's far from ready to return from September shoulder surgery.
Looper, Ankiel pace Cardinals past Reds 5-2
ST. LOUIS (AP) — Rick Ankiel’s big series helped the surprising Cardinals win a franchise-record 18 games this month.
ST. LOUIS (AP) — Rick Ankiel’s big series helped the surprising Cardinals win a franchise-record 18 games this month.
Large-School co-champs to meet in tourney finals
FARMINGTON — The regular season co-champions of the MAAA Large-School baseball division each advanced to the conference tournament title game with narrow semifinal victories on Wednesday night.
FARMINGTON — The regular season co-champions of the MAAA Large-School baseball division each advanced to the conference tournament title game with narrow semifinal victories on Wednesday night.
Raiders win on courts, Knights edged out by Cape
FESTUS — The North County Raiders tennis team defeated the St. Pius Lancers Wednesday 6-3.
FESTUS — The North County Raiders tennis team defeated the St. Pius Lancers Wednesday 6-3.
April 30th, 2008
A different kind of NFL recruit
Nearly 15 minutes pass before the first question about football and the Detroit Lions gets asked.
Nearly 15 minutes pass before the first question about football and the Detroit Lions gets asked.
Tuesday's Sports in Brief
A brief look at sports around the country for Tuesday.
A brief look at sports around the country for Tuesday.
Tigers take foothold on first place, Blackcats and Trojans win
ARCADIA — The Farmington Knights and Arcadia Valley Tigers were both undefeated in dual matches when they finally locked horns on the Arcadia Valley Golf Course to decide which team would stand alone in first place going into the last week of conference play.
ARCADIA — The Farmington Knights and Arcadia Valley Tigers were both undefeated in dual matches when they finally locked horns on the Arcadia Valley Golf Course to decide which team would stand alone in first place going into the last week of conference play.
Trojans pull off upset in extra innings over Raiders
BONNE TERRE — The Potosi Trojans narrowly defeated the North County Raiders 6-4 in extra innings Tuesday in the quarterfinal round of the 2008 MAAA Tournament.
BONNE TERRE — The Potosi Trojans narrowly defeated the North County Raiders 6-4 in extra innings Tuesday in the quarterfinal round of the 2008 MAAA Tournament.
Lady Cats earn win in 1st half, Knightettes lose in 2nd
FREDERICKTOWN — The Fredericktown Lady Cats were hungry for a win an on Tuesday they took it out on Kennett in the first half of play, 2-1, and then hung on for their second win of the season.
FREDERICKTOWN — The Fredericktown Lady Cats were hungry for a win an on Tuesday they took it out on Kennett in the first half of play, 2-1, and then hung on for their second win of the season.
MAC Cardinals win hard, win easy over Flo Valley
ST. LOUIS — The Mineral Area College Cardinals started their week’s overbooked schedule with a pair of wins at Florissant Valley on Tuesday. The Cardinals, pulled out a 3-2 win in game won, having to go the extra inning to get it, and in game two they overpowered the Norsemen for an 8-0 shut-out.
ST. LOUIS — The Mineral Area College Cardinals started their week’s overbooked schedule with a pair of wins at Florissant Valley on Tuesday. The Cardinals, pulled out a 3-2 win in game won, having to go the extra inning to get it, and in game two they overpowered the Norsemen for an 8-0 shut-out.
Strong pitching leads Warriors, Dragons into MAAA semifinals
STE. GENEVIEVE — Sophomore Michael Greminger pitched six shutout innings, and the Valle baseball team capitalized on six Fredericktown errors Tuesday night for a 9-1 quarterfinal victory in the MAAA Tournament.
STE. GENEVIEVE — Sophomore Michael Greminger pitched six shutout innings, and the Valle baseball team capitalized on six Fredericktown errors Tuesday night for a 9-1 quarterfinal victory in the MAAA Tournament.
US Jewish leaders call for boycott of Beijing Olympics
A wide-ranging group of U.S. Jewish leaders plans to release a statement Wednesday urging Jews worldwide to boycott the Summer Olympics in Beijing, citing China’s troubling record on human rights and Tibet.
A wide-ranging group of U.S. Jewish leaders plans to release a statement Wednesday urging Jews worldwide to boycott the Summer Olympics in Beijing, citing China’s troubling record on human rights and Tibet.
NHL PLAYOFFS
CONFERENCE SEMIFINALS
CONFERENCE SEMIFINALS
Penguins poised to oust Rangers and move to East finals
NEW YORK (AP) — The Pittsburgh Penguins finally showed signs of cracking during a very shaky second period.
NEW YORK (AP) — The Pittsburgh Penguins finally showed signs of cracking during a very shaky second period.
Cardinals pound Reds rookie Cueto in 7-2 win
ST. LOUIS (AP) — The Cincinnati Reds ran themselves into an unusual double play in the first inning. Joel Pineiro gave them few chances after that.
ST. LOUIS (AP) — The Cincinnati Reds ran themselves into an unusual double play in the first inning. Joel Pineiro gave them few chances after that.
April 29th, 2008
Knights and Tigers claim district championships
FARMINGTON — The District 1 tournaments for both Class 2 and 3 were held at Crown Pointe Golf Course on Monday with 11 schools participating in each tournament.
FARMINGTON — The District 1 tournaments for both Class 2 and 3 were held at Crown Pointe Golf Course on Monday with 11 schools participating in each tournament.
Vikings stun spiraling Rebels in extra innings
PARK HILLS — The Valley baseball team broke through for six runs in the eighth inning, and maximized a superb effort from pitcher Josh Akers to derail Central, 9-4 on Monday in the opening round of the MAAA Tournament.
PARK HILLS — The Valley baseball team broke through for six runs in the eighth inning, and maximized a superb effort from pitcher Josh Akers to derail Central, 9-4 on Monday in the opening round of the MAAA Tournament.
Upcoming local sports events
Local sports events will be announced in the Daily Journal on Tuesday, Friday, and Sunday for two weeks preceding the event. Please send an announcement of your upcoming event to the sports department no sooner than three weeks before the event or its registration deadline by either phone 431-2010, FAX 431-7640, or drop it off in person at the Daily Journal office in Park Hills.
Local sports events will be announced in the Daily Journal on Tuesday, Friday, and Sunday for two weeks preceding the event. Please send an announcement of your upcoming event to the sports department no sooner than three weeks before the event or its registration deadline by either phone 431-2010, FAX 431-7640, or drop it off in person at the Daily Journal office in Park Hills.
Blackcats, Trojans cruise through opening round
FREDERICKTOWN — The sixth-seeded Fredericktown Blackcats scored eight times in the third inning, and ended a five-game losing skid on Monday with an opening-round, 11-0 shutout over Arcadia Valley in the MAAA Tournament.
FREDERICKTOWN — The sixth-seeded Fredericktown Blackcats scored eight times in the third inning, and ended a five-game losing skid on Monday with an opening-round, 11-0 shutout over Arcadia Valley in the MAAA Tournament.
Bulldogs use third inning burst to bag Cougars
LEADWOOD — The West County Bulldogs defeated the Kingston Cougars 8-0 Monday in the first round of the 2008 MAAA Baseball Tournament.
LEADWOOD — The West County Bulldogs defeated the Kingston Cougars 8-0 Monday in the first round of the 2008 MAAA Baseball Tournament.
Farmington sweeps non-conference tourney
FARMINGTON — The Farmington Knights swept all nine of the events in the non-conference tennis tourney for MAAA schools held on Monday. Schools participating in the event were the North County Raiders, the Potosi Trojans and the Arcadia Valley Tigers.
FARMINGTON — The Farmington Knights swept all nine of the events in the non-conference tennis tourney for MAAA schools held on Monday. Schools participating in the event were the North County Raiders, the Potosi Trojans and the Arcadia Valley Tigers.
Pistons, Celtics still fighting, but Magic advance
ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) — Surprise, NBA. The first team to advance in the Eastern Conference playoffs wasn’t the heavily favored Boston Celtics or the battle-tested Detroit Pistons.
ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) — Surprise, NBA. The first team to advance in the Eastern Conference playoffs wasn’t the heavily favored Boston Celtics or the battle-tested Detroit Pistons.
Celtics stumble at a bad time
David Stern was courtside in Atlanta, taking in the game and making sure no one was flashing any signs not officially approved by the NBA.
David Stern was courtside in Atlanta, taking in the game and making sure no one was flashing any signs not officially approved by the NBA.
Play of the Day: Obama shoots hoops with Tar Heels
CHAPEL HILL, N.C. (AP) — For all his basketball skills, Barack Obama was out of his league.
CHAPEL HILL, N.C. (AP) — For all his basketball skills, Barack Obama was out of his league.
Monday's Sports in Brief
PRO BASKETBALL, CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — Well-traveled Larry Brown has reached an agreement to return to the NBA as coach of the Charlotte Bobcats, a person familiar with the decision told The Associated Press.
PRO BASKETBALL, CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — Well-traveled Larry Brown has reached an agreement to return to the NBA as coach of the Charlotte Bobcats, a person familiar with the decision told The Associated Press.
Jocketty backs off 'vendetta' talk in return to St. Louis
ST. LOUIS (AP) While viewing Busch Stadium from the visitors' dugout for the first time, new Cincinnati Reds general manager Walt Jocketty backed off brash comments that he and manager Dusty Baker had vendettas to settle in the NL Central.
Cardinals place Thompson on DL
ST. LOUIS (AP) The St. Louis Cardinals placed right-hander Brad Thompson on the 15-day disabled list Monday with elbow inflammation, five days after demoting him to the minors.
ST. LOUIS (AP) The St. Louis Cardinals placed right-hander Brad Thompson on the 15-day disabled list Monday with elbow inflammation, five days after demoting him to the minors.
Arroyo hits pool, ends losing streak in Reds' win over Cards
ST. LOUIS (AP) — In an effort to stop getting hit so much, Bronson Arroyo hit the pool.
ST. LOUIS (AP) — In an effort to stop getting hit so much, Bronson Arroyo hit the pool.
April 28th, 2008
Packers take WR Nelson in second round
GREEN BAY, Wis. (AP) — After trading out of the first round, the Green Bay Packers used the first of their three second-round picks on Kansas State wide receiver Jordy Nelson.
GREEN BAY, Wis. (AP) — After trading out of the first round, the Green Bay Packers used the first of their three second-round picks on Kansas State wide receiver Jordy Nelson.
Weekend Sports in Brief
PRO FOOTBALL, NEW YORK (AP) — Michigan tackle Jake Long sat back and smiled from the outset of the NFL draft on Saturday, having already signed with the Miami Dolphins as the top overall choice. He inked a five-year contract worth $57.75 million, $30 million of it guaranteed.
PRO FOOTBALL, NEW YORK (AP) — Michigan tackle Jake Long sat back and smiled from the outset of the NFL draft on Saturday, having already signed with the Miami Dolphins as the top overall choice. He inked a five-year contract worth $57.75 million, $30 million of it guaranteed.
Glaus' first homer leads Cardinals past Astros
ST. LOUIS (AP) Troy Glaus got his first homer and curtain call with St. Louis on Sunday. Not bad for someone getting over pink eye.
ST. LOUIS (AP) Troy Glaus got his first homer and curtain call with St. Louis on Sunday. Not bad for someone getting over pink eye.
Knights defeat Blue Jays after Friday rain delay
FARMINGTON - The Farmington Knights blasted past the Charleston Blue Jays 9-1 for the last three innings of their game on Saturday.
FARMINGTON - The Farmington Knights blasted past the Charleston Blue Jays 9-1 for the last three innings of their game on Saturday.
Lee's homer off Isringhausen gives Astros win
ST. LOUIS (AP) - Carlos Lee’s home run capped a three-run rally off Jason Isringhausen in the ninth inning, helping the Houston Astros beat the St. Louis Cardinals 3-2 on Friday night for their sixth straight victory.
ST. LOUIS (AP) - Carlos Lee’s home run capped a three-run rally off Jason Isringhausen in the ninth inning, helping the Houston Astros beat the St. Louis Cardinals 3-2 on Friday night for their sixth straight victory.
Lady Rebels Guard To Join Spartans
Central senior Sara Rieger recently signed a national letter of intent to play basketball at Missouri Baptist University in St. Louis.
Central senior Sara Rieger recently signed a national letter of intent to play basketball at Missouri Baptist University in St. Louis.
Dunlap Signs With Missouri Baptist
Central senior Jennifer Dunlap recently signed a national letter of intent to play basketball at Missouri Baptist University in St. Louis, where she plans to major in education.
Central senior Jennifer Dunlap recently signed a national letter of intent to play basketball at Missouri Baptist University in St. Louis, where she plans to major in education.
Pitcher optimistic after latest rehab start
ST. LOUIS (AP) — St. Louis Cardinals left-hander Mark Mulder, recovering from shoulder surgery, said Saturday he’s getting closer to a return to the rotation despite spotty numbers in his last rehab start.
ST. LOUIS (AP) — St. Louis Cardinals left-hander Mark Mulder, recovering from shoulder surgery, said Saturday he’s getting closer to a return to the rotation despite spotty numbers in his last rehab start.
Knights dealt late-night shutout
FARMINGTON — The Farmington Knights managed just four hits against pitcher Zach Bardot, and dropped a 4-0 decision to St. Clair late Saturday night in the final game of the Missouri Wood Bat Classic.
FARMINGTON — The Farmington Knights managed just four hits against pitcher Zach Bardot, and dropped a 4-0 decision to St. Clair late Saturday night in the final game of the Missouri Wood Bat Classic.
Rams deal on 2nd day of draft
ST. LOUIS (AP) — The St. Louis Rams were in a dealing mood on the second day of the NFL draft on Sunday, using later picks as bargaining chips to move up and take prospects in the fourth and fifth rounds.
ST. LOUIS (AP) — The St. Louis Rams were in a dealing mood on the second day of the NFL draft on Sunday, using later picks as bargaining chips to move up and take prospects in the fourth and fifth rounds.
Kyle Busch wins under caution at Talladega
TALLADEGA, Ala. (AP) — This time, the crash happened behind Kyle Busch. Instead of leaving Talladega Superspeedway with a smashed-up car, he drove into Victory Lane.
TALLADEGA, Ala. (AP) — This time, the crash happened behind Kyle Busch. Instead of leaving Talladega Superspeedway with a smashed-up car, he drove into Victory Lane.
Sorenstam wins Stanford International in playoff
AVENTURA, Fla. (AP) — Annika Sorenstam made a par on the first playoff hole Sunday, good enough to beat Paula Creamer in the Stanford International Pro-Am.
AVENTURA, Fla. (AP) — Annika Sorenstam made a par on the first playoff hole Sunday, good enough to beat Paula Creamer in the Stanford International Pro-Am.
Scott beats Moore in playoff at Nelson
IRVING, Texas (AP) — Adam Scott made a 9-foot birdie putt on No. 18 to force a playoff, then made a 48-footer playing it again on the third playoff hole to beat Ryan Moore in the EDS Byron Nelson Championship on Sunday.
IRVING, Texas (AP) — Adam Scott made a 9-foot birdie putt on No. 18 to force a playoff, then made a 48-footer playing it again on the third playoff hole to beat Ryan Moore in the EDS Byron Nelson Championship on Sunday.
Franklin, Rucker go in fourth round
ST. LOUIS (AP) — Will Franklin’s low-key senior season did not work against him in the NFL draft. Tight end Martin Rucker ended up with a two-day draft party with a longer wait than anticipated.
ST. LOUIS (AP) — Will Franklin’s low-key senior season did not work against him in the NFL draft. Tight end Martin Rucker ended up with a two-day draft party with a longer wait than anticipated.
April 27th, 2008
Knights defeat Blue Jays after Friday rain delay
FARMINGTON - The Farmington Knights blasted past the Charleston Blue Jays 9-1 for the last three innings of their game on Saturday.
FARMINGTON - The Farmington Knights blasted past the Charleston Blue Jays 9-1 for the last three innings of their game on Saturday.
Knightettes and Trojans win conference meet, lady Trojans and Raiders place second
STE. GENEVIEVE - The 2008 Mineral Area Activities Association conference track meet was held on Friday with 18 events each of the boys and girls divisions.
STE. GENEVIEVE - The 2008 Mineral Area Activities Association conference track meet was held on Friday with 18 events each of the boys and girls divisions.
Lee's homer off Isringhausen gives Astros win
ST. LOUIS (AP) - Carlos Lee’s home run capped a three-run rally off Jason Isringhausen in the ninth inning, helping the Houston Astros beat the St. Louis Cardinals 3-2 on Friday night for their sixth straight victory.
ST. LOUIS (AP) - Carlos Lee’s home run capped a three-run rally off Jason Isringhausen in the ninth inning, helping the Houston Astros beat the St. Louis Cardinals 3-2 on Friday night for their sixth straight victory.
Schumaker's single gives Cards 4-3 win over Houston
ST. LOUIS (AP) - Skip Schumaker sat and waited for a ball over the plate. When the right pitch finally came from Houston reliever Wesley Wright in the ninth inning Saturday, the Cardinals’ left fielder simply put it in play.
ST. LOUIS (AP) - Skip Schumaker sat and waited for a ball over the plate. When the right pitch finally came from Houston reliever Wesley Wright in the ninth inning Saturday, the Cardinals’ left fielder simply put it in play.
Make-shift Rebels roughed up by Charleston
FARMINGTON - Finishing off their portion of the rain-altered Farmington Wood Bat Tournament, the Central Rebels found it a hard go against the win-hungry BlueJays of Charleston Saturday afternoon. Behind the nine strike-out pitching of James Miller, the BlueJays posted an 8-0 shut-out for their only win in the tourney.
FARMINGTON - Finishing off their portion of the rain-altered Farmington Wood Bat Tournament, the Central Rebels found it a hard go against the win-hungry BlueJays of Charleston Saturday afternoon. Behind the nine strike-out pitching of James Miller, the BlueJays posted an 8-0 shut-out for their only win in the tourney.
Three Valle hurlers combine for no-hitter
FARMINGTON - Pitchers Nathan Geile, Jason Blum and Andrew Bader combined for a six-inning no-hitter on Saturday, as Valle claimed an otherwise sluggish, 6-1 victory over St. Clair in the Missouri Wood Bat Classic at Wilson-Rozier Park.
FARMINGTON - Pitchers Nathan Geile, Jason Blum and Andrew Bader combined for a six-inning no-hitter on Saturday, as Valle claimed an otherwise sluggish, 6-1 victory over St. Clair in the Missouri Wood Bat Classic at Wilson-Rozier Park.
Knightettes pull away from Lady Cats in second half
PERRYVILLE - The Farmington girls soccer team scored four unanswered goals in the second half on Saturday morning for 7-3 victory over Fredericktown at the Perryville Invitational.
PERRYVILLE - The Farmington girls soccer team scored four unanswered goals in the second half on Saturday morning for 7-3 victory over Fredericktown at the Perryville Invitational.