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Gorel claims legion crown
HOMER CITY — One night after thwarting Clymer Legion’s attempt to clinch the Indiana County Junior Legion title, Gorell Windows sewed up the league regular-season championship with a doubleheader sweep on Friday.
Sunday, July 5, 2009 2:05 AM EDTObama bemoans golf swing to Russian reporter
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Barack Obama says he doesn't like his golf swing and the ball never goes where he wants.
Sunday, July 5, 2009 3:56 PM EDT
Serena Williams beats sister Venus at Wimbledon
WIMBLEDON, England (AP) — Serena Williams kept telling herself she was facing just another foe in the Wimbledon final Saturday, just another woman who hits the ball quite hard, just another player trying to deny her a Grand Slam title.
Sunday, July 5, 2009 3:34 PM EDTNFL: Ravens rocked by McNair's death
BALTIMORE - Steve McNair played only two seasons with the Baltimore Ravens, yet the courage, determination and leadership he displayed during that time made a lasting impression on those within the organization.
Sunday, July 5, 2009 3:34 PM EDT
Iup Crimson Hawks
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Assistant coaches join staffs
Jeff Dow filled one of two vacancies on the IUP women's basketball coaching staff with the hiring of former Glenville State and Marshall assistant coach Jerod Alltop.
Thursday, July 2, 2009 11:50 AM EDTIUP men's basketball team lands two JUCO recruits
Two junior college transfers make up the Indiana University of Pennsylvania basketball program's 2009-10 recruiting class.
Friday, June 26, 2009 12:39 PM EDTIUP to welcome Massimino for golf outing
Joe Lombardi has lined up another big-name coach for the Indiana University of Pennsylvania basketball program's golf tournament.
Thursday, June 25, 2009 12:27 PM EDTIUP's Mostyn earns top award
IUP baseball player Ryan Mostyn has been named a recipient of the Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference Top Ten award for the spring sports season, marking the second straight year he has been recognized for his athletic and academic accomplishments by PSAC sports information directors.
Tuesday, June 23, 2009 12:59 PM EDTNational Pro And Colleg
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Federer beats Roddick for record 15th Grand Slam
WIMBLEDON, England (AP) — Roger Federer won his record 15th Grand Slam title Sunday, outlasting Andy Roddick for his sixth Wimbledon championship in a marathon match that went to 16-14 in the fifth set.
Sunday, July 5, 2009 3:56 PM EDTAUTO RACING: Wilson wins at The Glen
WATKINS GLEN, N.Y. (AP) — Justin Wilson has won the IndyCar Series race at Watkins Glen International.
Sunday, July 5, 2009 3:56 PM EDTArmstrong solid in return to Tour de France
MONACO - Lance Armstrong put in a solid performance in his comeback to the Tour de France on Saturday, finishing the first stage ahead of 170 riders many years younger and a respectable 10th behind winner Fabian Cancellara.
Sunday, July 5, 2009 1:33 AM EDTSerena tops Venus again for third Wimbledon title
WIMBLEDON, England (AP) — Serena Williams fell to her knees on the grass, eyes closed, arms raised, and threw back her head.
Sunday, July 5, 2009 2:05 AM EDTRACING: Briscoe wins second consecutive IRL pole
WATKINS GLEN, N.Y. - Ryan Briscoe couldn't help but flash a big smile.
Sunday, July 5, 2009 2:05 AM EDTArmstrong takes early lead in Tour's first stage
MONACO (AP) — Seven-time champion Lance Armstrong has taken the early lead in the first-stage individual time trial of the Tour de France.
Sunday, July 5, 2009 1:33 AM EDTAUTO RACING: Many drivers take to the track without insurance
WATERTOWN, N.Y. - The last thing short-track driver Tim McCreadie remembers, he was leading in the semifinal qualifier at the Chili Bowl in Tulsa, Okla.
Sunday, July 5, 2009 2:05 AM EDTBASEBALL: Fans deserve hand for all-star voting
Give the fans a hand for an All-Star performance.
Sunday, July 5, 2009 1:33 AM EDTTENNIS: Federer chasing history
WIMBLEDON, England - Serena Williams kept telling herself she was facing just another foe in the Wimbledon final Saturday, just another woman who hits the ball quite hard, just another player trying to deny her a Grand Slam title.
Sunday, July 5, 2009 2:05 AM EDTTENNIS: Serena Williams gets best of sister in women's final
ALL-TIME LADIES' CHAMPIONS
Sunday, July 5, 2009 1:33 AM EDTBASEBALL: MLB pays tribute to Gehrig
NEW YORK - Derek Jeter helped Major League Baseball commemorate the 70th anniversary of Lou Gehrig's luckiest man speech Saturday, reading the famous line from the icon's stirring words during a video tribute before the New York Yankees' game against the Toronto Blue Jays.
Sunday, July 5, 2009 1:33 AM EDTMajor league roundup: Swarm of bees disrupts Astros-Padres game
SAN DIEGO - You had to see it to bee-lieve it.
Friday, July 3, 2009 11:48 AM EDTMLB: How will fans receive Manny Ramirez?
SAN DIEGO - Manny Ramirez will be back in big leagues tonight after a 50-game suspension for violating baseball's drug policy. His return should be nothing short of a spectacle.
Friday, July 3, 2009 11:48 AM EDTCYCLING: Armstrong's return puts Tour de France back on news cycle
MONTE CARLO - Four years later, nothing had changed, although, if anything, the backward-staggering scrum of cameramen and photographers making its way out of the seaside Fairmont Monte Carlo Hotel Thursday morning was larger and even more oblivious to civil decorum than ever.
Friday, July 3, 2009 11:48 AM EDTTENNIS: Williams sisters to meet in Wimbledon final
WIMBLEDON, England - For the eighth time in 10 years, the Wimbledon women's trophy will be lifted by a Williams.
Friday, July 3, 2009 11:48 AM EDTNHL: Hossa hits jackpot
Just when the slowing global economy figured to put a crimp in spending for NHL free agents, Marian Hossa hit the open market again.
Thursday, July 2, 2009 1:02 PM EDTRoddick reaches Wimbledon semifinals
WIMBLEDON, England - Most of the talk at Wimbledon has been about the likelihood of a final between Roger Federer and Andy Murray. It turns out another Andy is also making a strong title run.
Thursday, July 2, 2009 11:31 AM EDTNASCAR: Mayfield wins injunction but is not assured a ride
DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. - Car owner Larry Gunselman says his sponsor does not want Jeremy Mayfield to drive the No. 64 this weekend at Daytona International Speedway.
Thursday, July 2, 2009 11:38 AM EDTBlalock homers to put Texas in range
With their offense hitting the skids in June, the Texas Rangers were dropping fast in the division standings. Texas broke out of its month-long slumber in time to keep things interesting in the American League West.
Thursday, July 2, 2009 1:02 PM EDTNASCAR: Mayfield wins injunction but is not assured a ride
AP Auto Racing Writer
Thursday, July 2, 2009 1:18 PM EDTAL roundup: Orioles rally for stunning 11-10 win
BALTIMORE - Terry Francona nearly carved a path into the infield grass at Camden Yards while walking from the dugout to the mound.
Wednesday, July 1, 2009 11:11 AM EDTArmstrong deals with long odds
PARIS - Lance Armstrong believes he can win an eighth Tour de France title, well aware his aging legs are not as strong as they used to be. He is also willing to put such ambitions aside if it means helping teammate Alberto Contador win.
Wednesday, July 1, 2009 11:11 AM EDTNASCAR: Wimmer outruns top guns
OREGON, Wis. - NASCAR Sprint Cup points leader Tony Stewart runs short-track special events in what little spare time he has. On Tuesday night he walked away from Madison International Speedway with a top-five effort.
Wednesday, July 1, 2009 11:11 AM EDTNL roundup: Skidding Mets lose another
MILWAUKEE - The injury-depleted Mets are a mess, and not even Johan Santana could help against a fill-in starter.
Wednesday, July 1, 2009 11:11 AM EDTTENNIS: An all-Williams final at Wimbledon?
WIMBLEDON, England - Wimbledon could be headed for another all-Williams final. Then again, it could be an all-Russian matchup.
Wednesday, July 1, 2009 1:06 PM EDTNHL: Big trade kicks off free agency period
An old-fashioned trade upstaged the anticipation of the NHL's free-agent shopping season.
Wednesday, July 1, 2009 1:06 PM EDTRigorous testing planned for Tour de France
PARIS - When the Tour de France starts Saturday, some cyclists may as well wear targets on their backs.
Wednesday, July 1, 2009 12:00 AM EDTFederer reaches quarterfinals at Wimbledon
WIMBLEDON, England (AP) — WIMBLEDON, England (AP) — Centre Court fans applauded Roger Federer's latest win at Wimbledon. And they really roared for the roof.
Monday, June 29, 2009 6:40 PM EDTMurray edges Wawrinka under Wimbledon's roof
WIMBLEDON, England (AP) — They played into the night, later than anyone ever had in Wimbledon's long history, and they played indoors, the first match contested entirely under Centre Court's new roof
Tuesday, June 30, 2009 11:49 AM EDTWIMBLEDON NOTEBOOK: Oudin looks to establish herself on tour
WIMBLEDON, England (AP) — After her surprising run to the fourth round of Wimbledon, Melanie Oudin is hoping to establish herself as a regular contender on the women's tour.
Tuesday, June 30, 2009 11:49 AM EDTOutdoors
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Tailoring jig weights to various situations helps
Whether it’s deep or shallow, aggressive or inactive, lakes or rivers, or largemouth or smallmouth, jigs factor heavily in summer and fall bass fishing. Tailoring jig weight to the many fishing situations means getting the most production from this reliable tactic.
Sunday, July 5, 2009 2:05 AM EDTZEKE WILSON: Changes made easy for hunters
The hot topic lately in my small corner of the world has been the new changes in antlerless license application procedures. After several conversations this past week I thought that a number of the readers would also be wondering about the changes or possibly completely unaware of the new methods. Luckily, the Pennsylvania Game Commission has made things for the most part easier on sportsman, and this system for anterless licenses seems to be more like the one hunters dealt with for years.
Sunday, July 5, 2009 2:05 AM EDTCasting for Recovery planned in September
PITTSBURGH — Casting for Recovery will host a weekend retreat Sept. 27 to 29 for women of western Pennsylvania diagnosed with breast cancer. Open to women of all ages and in all stages of breast cancer treatment and recovery, the weekend retreat at Nemacolin Woodlands Resort in Farmington, will incorporate fly-fishing lessons to promote physical and emotional healing. Offered at no cost to participants, the retreat offers women the chance to learn a new sport while connecting with other survivors and enjoying the beauty of the outdoors.
Sunday, July 5, 2009 2:05 AM EDTWest Virginia bear population has grown
Pennsylvania is regarded as having one of the most impressive black bear populations in the continental United States. Our state produces high numbers of bears, as well as some monster-sized specimens.
Sunday, June 28, 2009 2:17 AM EDTOutdoors Notebook
HARRISBURG - Pennsylvania Game Commission executive director Carl G. Roe offered support to legislation that would provide an alternative source of funding for the state's wildlife management agency.
Sunday, June 28, 2009 2:17 AM EDTZeke Wilson: Practice makes perfect
The current price of ammunition has made recreational shooting an expensive hobby. Recently I purchased a small-caliber handgun and have been dealing with the difficulty of finding ammunition for it.
Sunday, June 28, 2009 2:17 AM EDTJeff Knapp: Bears thriving in West Virginia
Pennsylvania is regarded as having one of the most impressive black bear populations in the continental United States. Our state produces high numbers of bears, as well as some monster-sized specimens.
Sunday, June 28, 2009 2:17 AM EDTHoliday programs set at Yellow Creek
PENN RUN - Kayaks and canoes will be available for rental as part of Paddling 101, scheduled from 2 to 4 p.m. Friday at the boat rental area at Yellow Creek State Park. The course will offer participants a close-up look at the park's wildlife.
Sunday, June 28, 2009 2:17 AM EDTHunter-trapper courses
INDIANA COUNTY:
Sunday, June 28, 2009 2:17 AM EDTZEKE WILSON: Practice makes perfect
The current price of ammunition has made recreational shooting an expensive hobby. Recently I purchased a small-caliber handgun and have been dealing with the difficulty of finding ammunition for it.
Sunday, June 28, 2009 2:17 AM EDTRegional Home Teams
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Fedotenko takes pay cut to stay with Penguins
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Turns out more than one player is willing to take a hometown discount to stay with the Stanley Cup champion Pittsburgh Penguins.
Sunday, July 5, 2009 2:05 AM EDTPIRATES 7, MARLINS 4
Moss, Vazquez homer for Pirates in 7-4 win : MIAMI (AP) — Home runs from two unexpected sources powered the Pittsburgh Pirates to a 7-4 victory over the Florida Marlins on Friday night.
Sunday, July 5, 2009 2:05 AM EDTPenguins sign D Nate Guenin
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Defenseman Nate Guenin, who has played in 12 NHL games, has signed a two-way contract with his hometown Pittsburgh Penguins for the 2009-10 season.
Sunday, July 5, 2009 2:05 AM EDTPirates lose to Marlins, 5-3
The Associated Press
Sunday, July 5, 2009 1:33 AM EDTNHL: Scuderi, L.A. Kings agree to 4-year deal
LOS ANGELES (AP) - Rob Scuderi signed a four-year contract with the Los Angeles Kings on Thursday, leaving the Stanley Cup champion Pittsburgh Penguins without their top defensive pairing.
Friday, July 3, 2009 11:48 AM EDTPIRATES: Mets rally from five-run deficit to win 9-8
PITTSBURGH - Fernando Tatis' body was laden with ice bags, Francisco Rodriguez's right arm was wrapped with towels. The weary New York Mets went through a lot to gain an improbable victory in an unwanted game.
Friday, July 3, 2009 11:48 AM EDTNHL: Pens' D Rob Scuderi, L.A. Kings agree to 4-year deal
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Rob Scuderi signed a four-year contract with the Los Angeles Kings on Thursday, leaving the Stanley Cup champion Pittsburgh Penguins without their top defensive pairing.
Friday, July 3, 2009 12:07 PM EDTMETS 9, PIRATES 8 -- New York rallies from 5 down, beats Pittsburgh in 10 innings
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Fernando Tatis' body was laden with ice bags, Francisco Rodriguez's right arm was wrapped with towels. The weary New York Mets went through a lot to gain an improbable victory in an unwanted game.
Friday, July 3, 2009 12:07 PM EDTWilson apologizes for trade remarks
PITTSBURGH - Shortstop Jack Wilson apologized to the Pittsburgh Pirates on Wednesday for criticizing the team's latest trades, saying his frustration at losing three more teammates made it seem as if he were angry at his own club.
Friday, July 3, 2009 12:07 PM EDTPenguins pick up enforcer
PITTSBURGH - The Pittsburgh Penguins signed checking-line forward Mike Rupp to a $1.6 million, two-year contract Wednesday, adding a physical presence to a team that didn't have an enforcer on the ice during the playoffs.
Friday, July 3, 2009 12:07 PM EDTCUBS 4, PIRATES 1
PITTSBURGH - No doubt the Cubs anticipated needing Randy Wells and Sam Fuld to win games for them as the All-Star break approached in early July. The Iowa Cubs, that is.
Thursday, July 2, 2009 11:31 AM EDTPIRATES 3, CUBS 0
PITTSBURGH - Their bench was thin, their minds admittedly jumbled a few hours after watching three more teammates leave. The Pirates had every reason to expect to lose to the Cubs after management effectively told them they're not ready yet to win.
Thursday, July 2, 2009 11:50 AM EDTPirates make more unpopular trades
PITTSBURGH - The Pittsburgh Pirates, swapping outfielders at a rapid rate for the second successive season, sent starting left fielder Nyjer Morgan to the Washington Nationals in a four-player deal involving outfielder Lastings Milledge and also shipped backup Eric Hinske to the Yankees on Tuesday.
Thursday, July 2, 2009 11:50 AM EDTReturn on investment: Indian-born pitchers ready for pro debuts
PITTSBURGH - The Pittsburgh Pirates may soon find out if an investment of $20,000 can produce a couple of million-dollar arms.
Wednesday, July 1, 2009 11:11 AM EDTCubs beat Pirates 3-1 behind Rich Harden
PITTSBURGH (AP) — One good week is all that's needed to move near the top of the crowded NL Central. Or, maybe for the Chicago Cubs, one good series in Pittsburgh.
Tuesday, June 30, 2009 11:49 AM EDTForbes Field: The Pirates' "House of Thrills" opened 100 years ago today
PITTSBURGH - Roberto Clemente's first hit and Babe Ruth's parting shot occurred within the confines of the most spacious ballpark any major league baseball team called home.
Wednesday, July 1, 2009 12:00 AM EDTForbes Field: Facts, firsts and more
FORBES FIELD AT A GLANCE...
Wednesday, July 1, 2009 12:00 AM EDT100 years ago, Forbes was baseball's first palace
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Roberto Clemente's first hit and Babe Ruth's parting shot occurred within the confines of the most spacious ballpark any major league baseball team called home.
Wednesday, July 1, 2009 11:47 AM EDTSteelers sign third-round pick Urbik
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Offensive lineman Kraig Urbik, the first of the Pittsburgh Steelers' three third-round draft picks, has signed a three-year contract.
Tuesday, June 30, 2009 11:49 AM EDTPenguins sign Adams, Guerin
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The Pittsburgh Penguins re-signed Bill Guerin for one year on Monday.
Tuesday, June 30, 2009 11:49 AM EDTPenguins: Guerin, Adams sign
The Associated Press
Wednesday, July 1, 2009 12:00 AM EDTRoyals 3, Pirates 2: Greinke, weather too much for Bucs
PITTSBURGH - Beating Zack Greinke and the weatherman in one day proved too difficult for the Pittsburgh Pirates.
Monday, June 29, 2009 11:11 AM EDTNHL: Pens keep draft in family
PITTSBURGH - The Pittsburgh Penguins celebrated Father's Day a weekend late by drafting three players with NHL lineage.
Sunday, June 28, 2009 2:17 AM EDTPIRATES 6, ROYALS 2
PITTSBURGH - Delwyn Young waited a long time just to drive in a run. So getting four RBIs may have been worth the wait.
Sunday, June 28, 2009 2:17 AM EDTPENGUINS DRAFT
MONTREAL - The Stanley Cup champion Pittsburgh Penguins selected defenseman Simon Despres of the Saint John Sea Dogs in the first round of the NHL draft on Friday.
Sunday, June 28, 2009 4:09 AM EDTTrouble at home: Wannstedt says he's not concerned by recent setbacks
PITTSBURGH - Dave Wannstedt may be 57, but he's still trying to catch 82-year-old Joe Paterno.
Sunday, June 28, 2009 2:17 AM EDTPirates 5, Royals 3: Vasquez halts KC
The Associated Press
Saturday, June 27, 2009 11:03 AM EDTPIRATES 3, INDIANS 2-- Bucs get first walkoff win of season
PITTSBURGH - Andrew McCutchen appears comfortable being saddled with the savior tag for the Pittsburgh Pirates.
Friday, June 26, 2009 11:57 AM EDTPirates prospects start to make impact
PITTSBURGH (AP) - Pedro Alvarez and Brad Lincoln are going to the Futures Game, and their future careers in the major leagues might not be far away, either.
Friday, June 26, 2009 11:57 AM EDTBucs hope Snell finds groove in minors
PITTSBURGH (AP) - Ian Snell, the Pittsburgh Pirates' No. 2 starter, has been demoted to the minors after winning only once in his last 12 starts. The former 14-game winner was optioned to Triple-A Indianapolis on Thursday to work on throwing more first-pitch strikes and improving his breaking ball.
Friday, June 26, 2009 11:57 AM EDTSandlot And Local
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JOHN SINCLAIR: Weather has been major player in local season
Whether you like it or not Saturday, July 4 marked the midpoint of the summer. Corn is knee high and the fireworks are over. It certainly has not felt like summer with the rain and cooler temperatures prevailing in the area for far too long.
Sunday, July 5, 2009 2:05 AM EDTCBS to profile IUP golfer
IUP golfer Gavin Smith will be featured Saturday when CBS televises its recap of the NCAA spring sports championship season. The one-hour program begins at 2 p.m.
Sunday, July 5, 2009 3:34 PM EDTBertig called to legion baseball hall of fame
Mark Bertig was making his way toward Homer City's baseball complex earlier this week when the sparkle of the lights on the American Legion field caught his eye.
Sunday, July 5, 2009 3:34 PM EDTJUNIOR LEGION: GORELL 8, CLYMER 6
HOMER CITY - The race for the Indiana County Junior Legion regular-season championship has come down to the final day.
Sunday, July 5, 2009 2:05 AM EDTLocal auto racing notebook
It seems the only thing that can stop Rod Phillips is the weather.
Thursday, July 2, 2009 11:50 AM EDTINDIANA LEGION 5, HOMER CITY LEGION 3
HOMER CITY - Indiana Legion washed away its sour taste of defeat from Tuesday evening by edging Homer City Legion, 5-3, in an Indiana County Senior Legion baseball game Wednesday.
Friday, July 3, 2009 12:18 PM EDTCLYMER LEGION 13, YOUNG TOWNSHIP 0
WEST LEBANON - Cody Tomayko tossed a two-hit shutout as Clymer Legion beat Young Township 13-0 Thursday and continued its march toward the Indiana County Junior Legion regular-season title.
Friday, July 3, 2009 12:07 PM EDTMarion Center bests Kittanning
CREEKSIDE - Marion Center defeated Kittanning, 10-2, in the second round of the District 7 Little League 11-and-12-year-old baseball tournament Wednesday.
Thursday, July 2, 2009 11:38 AM EDTLEGION BASEBALL: HOMER CITY 2, INDIANA 1
HOMER CITY - Scott Harsh embraced the idea of facing Indiana Legion ace Jordan Britcher in a critical Indiana County Senior Legion baseball game Tuesday evening.
Thursday, July 2, 2009 11:50 AM EDTEckenrode tosses no-hitter for Clymer Legion
CLYMER - Clymer Legion keeps rolling along.
Wednesday, July 1, 2009 11:47 AM EDTLITTLE LEAGUE: Indiana scores shutout in opener
Indiana shut out New Bethlehem, 10-0, in the opening round of the District 7 Little League tournament Sunday.
Wednesday, July 1, 2009 11:47 AM EDTLucky Jim honored once again
The honors keep coming for Lucky Jim, a standardbred racehorse owned by local interests.
Wednesday, July 1, 2009 11:47 AM EDTSmith and Fink defend ICC title
For the second year in a row, the duo of Dave Smith and Artie Fink reign as the champions of the Indiana Country Club Invitational golf tournament.
Monday, June 29, 2009 6:45 PM EDTCreekside wins 15th straight
CREEKSIDE - Since its season-opening loss to Indiana, three-time Indiana County League champion Creekside has been on a serious roll.
Monday, June 29, 2009 2:33 PM EDTSunday's local roundup
TJS Mining blanks Bob's Pizza
Monday, June 29, 2009 12:22 PM EDTSenior Legion showdown set
HOMER CITY - Homer City Legion set up a showdown with Indiana Legion with one week remaining in the Indiana County Senior Legion baseball schedule.
Monday, June 29, 2009 11:11 AM EDTTop-seeded entry survives ICC duo
The top seed in the Indiana Country Club Invitational golf tournament survived Friday - just barely - to advance to today's semifinal round of the annual event.
Sunday, June 28, 2009 4:09 AM EDTICC stages thrilling semifinals
Drama filled both semifinal matches in the annual Indiana Country Club Invitational Golf Tournament Saturday.
Tuesday, June 30, 2009 11:49 AM EDTSENIOR LEGION: Homer City sweeps Marion Center
MARION CENTER - Homer City Legion gained a half-game in the Indiana County Senior Legion standings on first-place Indiana Legion by sweeping Marion Center in a doubleheader Saturday. Homer City Legion won the high-scoring twinbill by taking the first game 11-10 and the second 16-12.
Tuesday, June 30, 2009 11:49 AM EDTJOHN SINCLAIR: Juniors making their mark in golf ranks
There are lots of things going on in Indiana County golf circles. So let's get right to it.
Tuesday, June 30, 2009 11:49 AM EDTTop-seeded golfer barely survives ICC play Friday
The top seed in the Indiana Country Club Invitational golf tournament survived Friday — just barely — to advance to today’s semifinal round of the annual event.
Sunday, June 28, 2009 1:49 AM EDTAround the area
C&E captures Homer City LL title
Saturday, June 27, 2009 11:03 AM EDTLegion baseball roundup
Lucas Chakot walked with the bases loaded in the bottom of the eighth inning, scoring Jordan Britcher to lift first-place Indiana Legion to a come-from-behind win 8-7 over Young Township in an Indiana County Senior Legion baseball game Friday.
Sunday, June 28, 2009 4:09 AM EDTArea juniors place on tour
GREENSBURG - Steve Sanderson, of Indiana, took first place in the boys' 13-15 Oakmont Division in the North East Junior Golf Tour event at Mount Odin Golf Course on Thursday.
Sunday, June 28, 2009 1:42 AM EDTErickson, Lydick earn top seed in ICC event
As hot as the weather was Thursday afternoon, the golf was even hotter in the qualifying round of the Indiana Country Club Invitational.
Sunday, June 28, 2009 1:42 AM EDTINDIANA COUNTY LEAGUE: QUALITY CONSTRUCTION 10, FORD CITY 9
GRACETON - Quality Construction won its second straight game, doubling its win total from the season, by staging a last-inning comeback in a 10-9 victory over Ford City in Indiana County League baseball action Thursday.Trailing 9-6, Quality Construction scored four runs in the bottom of the seventh and scored the winning run on a squeeze bunt.
Sunday, June 28, 2009 1:42 AM EDTJUNIOR LEGION: Clymer takes over first place
CLYMER - Clymer Legion built an early seven-run lead and held off Young Township to scored a 12-6 victory over Young Township in an Indiana County Junior Legion baseball game Wednesday.
Friday, June 26, 2009 12:39 PM EDTLocal athletes make MMA debuts at Altoona
BLAIRSVILLE - Lion-Do Club fighters ``The Outlaw'' Jesse Garshnick, ``Big'' Jon Neese and Justin ``The Kid'' Head will make their professional Mixed Martial Arts debuts at the Valley Fight League Broad Avenue Brawlers show Friday, July 24, at the Jaffa Mosque in Altoona.
Thursday, June 25, 2009 10:47 AM EDTIndiana County League: Indiana 9, Ford City 4
Dave Saintz hit two two-run homers as Indiana dominated Ford City, 9-4, in an Indiana County League baseball game Wednesday.
Thursday, June 25, 2009 10:47 AM EDTBack in Pittsburgh, former champ Spadafora wins on TKO
PITTSBURGH - Paul Spadafora, a former IBF lightweight champion fighting for the first time in 14 months, knocked out Ivan Bustos on Wednesday night.
Thursday, June 25, 2009 10:47 AM EDTSports Columnists
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ASK BABE
Dear Babe: I have an ASA Mickey Mantle Story set with the autographed card. Would the signed card increase in value if I had it authenticated?
Sunday, July 5, 2009 2:05 AM EDTJOHN STEIGERWALD: Let's keep the anthem in sports
Don’t take Michael Kinsley out to the ball game.
Sunday, July 5, 2009 2:05 AM EDTJIM LITKE: 'Marked' man Mayfield in for quite a fight
When NASCAR people talked about the need for speed, methamphetamines weren't part of the conversation.
Friday, July 3, 2009 12:07 PM EDTJIM LITKE: Coach K passes on Lakers, but Olympic job might be his
Everybody wants to be wanted. And then there's Mike Krzyzewski.
Wednesday, July 1, 2009 1:06 PM EDTWilliam C. Rhoden: Soccer gaining respect in U.S.
Another loss on a major stage: Brazil 3, United States 2.
Monday, June 29, 2009 11:11 AM EDTMARK KISZLA: Slain coach stayed home
A tornado took his house a year ago. A gunman took his life at age 58. But nobody can take away what football coach Ed Thomas gave a little town in America's heartland where he taught social studies and raised NFL players: a love so big it lives forever.
Sunday, June 28, 2009 2:17 AM EDTAsk Babe: Woods' signature is much in demand
Dear Babe: I was a caddie in 1996 at the Disney golf tournament, which Tiger Woods won. I had him sign my caddie pass.
Sunday, June 28, 2009 1:59 AM EDTMARK KISZLA: Slain coach stayed home
A tornado took his house a year ago. A gunman took his life at age 58. But nobody can take away what football coach Ed Thomas gave a little town in America's heartland where he taught social studies and raised NFL players: a love so big it lives forever.
Sunday, June 28, 2009 2:17 AM EDTHARVEY ARATON: American tennis gets jump-start
WIMBLEDON, England - It never takes very long here to be reminded how much of a catty-to-carnivore's world women's tennis has become since the days when Chris Evert and Martina Navratilova would share bagels before going out to Centre Court to settle another championship fortnight.
Sunday, June 28, 2009 2:17 AM EDTRick Weaver: Pirates fans' consternation is misguided
Even the most hardened cynic had to be impressed. And if you follow the Pirates, you can't help but be a cynic.
Sunday, June 28, 2009 4:09 AM EDTJim Litke: Tiger sees red ... but not on leaderboard
FARMINGDALE, N.Y. - He didn't need to hear any more.
Tuesday, June 23, 2009 11:10 AM EDTGARY SHELTON: Persistence pays off for Glover
FARMINGDALE, N.Y. - When it was over, when all of the famous names had fallen away, when all of the cheering for all of the others had ended, Lucas Glover finally looked as if he had no idea what to do.
Tuesday, June 23, 2009 8:20 PM EDTTIM DAHLBERG: Perennial runner-up Mickelson keeps it in perspective
FARMINGDALE, N.Y. - There was no smile, just a look of resignation as Phil Mickelson trudged wearily up the muddy slope off the 18th green. He was finally finished in a U.S. Open that seemed like it would never end, and the shouts of support coming from the bleachers were never going to mask the realization that another chance had slipped away.
Tuesday, June 23, 2009 8:20 PM EDT
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