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Fremont Baseball Outlasts Dorsey, Clinches Playoff Berth
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Fremont Baseball Outlasts Dorsey, Clinches Playoff Berth

Amanda Scurlock, Sports WriterMay 16, 2019

The Dorsey baseball team endured a tough season and their final home game was no different. Despite earning runs in earlier innings, the Dons lost to the Fremont Pathfinders 6-10. The matchup was senior day for Dorsey as they honored seven players: Elijah Dobson, Korey LaFlora, Elijah Moses, Nolan Smith Robinson, Ozabe Banks, Terry Burton, and Samuel Spann. Both teams only allowed four at bats to start the game. Starting pitcher LaFlora struck out two Pathfinders at the top of the second. When Fremont returned to the outfield, sophomore pitcher Matthew Muñoz allowed a single and walked two players. Although

Student Athlete of the Week: Jordan Blackman
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Student Athlete of the Week: Jordan Blackman

Amanda Scurlock, sports writerMay 16, 2019

West Point sophomore wide receiver Jordan Blackman uses his intellect to be a competitive force on the field. His skills made him a standout during his high school years with the St. Genevieve Valiants. As a senior, his contributions on offense and defense aided the Valiants to a 11-2 overall record. As a corner, he made 50 solo tackles, 15 pass deflections, and six interceptions. On offense, Blackman had 207 rushing yards and 572 receiving yards that season. “I was fast, but wasn’t the most physical kid,” he said. “I always had to be smart and be crafty and use

View Park Softball To Battle in Division I Playoffs
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View Park Softball To Battle in Division I Playoffs

Amanda Scurlock, Sports WriterMay 9, 2019

May 9 marks the fourth consecutive year that the View Park Knights softball team reached the playoffs. This season presents a new challenge to the program as they were upgraded to division I competition. View Park finished their season with a contending 11-4 overall record and a 10-0 Coliseum League record. The Knights will face the Hamilton Yankees on Thursday in the first round of the playoffs. “It was very good but at the same time very challenging,” senior Sam Johnson said about the season. “We’re trying to get through them as best as we can.” View Park battled the

Student Athlete of the Week: D’Mar Johnson
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Student Athlete of the Week: D’Mar Johnson

Amanda Scurlock, Sports WriterApril 4, 2019

Dorsey senior linebacker D’Mar Johnson realizes how the lessons learned during a game can last long after the regulated minutes run out. Football does more than just develop a person’s athleticism. “I just like the contact of the sport and the sport, it gives you an edge on how to become a better person in life,” he said. “It’s not even just a game, it’s really a lifestyle that you live.” Johnson helped the Dons earn an 8-5 overall record and pace the Coliseum League with a 5-0 record. Although they had a tough start to their season, the team

FKCP Schools Names Court After Alumni & NBA Star Allen Crabbe
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FKCP Schools Names Court After Alumni & NBA Star Allen Crabbe

Cora Jackson-Fossett, Religion EditorMarch 27, 2019

An adoring crowd of young people, parents, community members and basketball lovers filled the auditorium at the Frederick K.C. Price III Christian Schools to greet NBA star and alumni Allen Crabbe on March 20. The audience gathered to witness the official naming of the Youth Activity Center court after Crabbe, who attended FKCP from the age of 12-weeks-old to his high school graduation.   In addition, the Brooklyn Nets player donated a significant amount last year to keep the institution operating in South Los Angeles. FKCP was established in 1986 by Crabbe’s grandparents, Apostle Frederick and Dr. Betty Price, founders of

Student Athlete of the Week: Sydney Blevins
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Student Athlete of the Week: Sydney Blevins

Amanda Scurlock, Sports WriterMarch 21, 2019

Sophomore Sydney Blevins became team captain of the Hamilton Yankees girls basketball team for this past season. Not only did she help the team during their Open division playoff run, he was with the varsity team last season to help the team win a division II City Section championship.

Bob Stoops Named XFL Head Coach Of Dallas Team
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Bob Stoops Named XFL Head Coach Of Dallas Team

February 11, 2019

The XFL today announced that Bob Stoops, the winningest head coach in University of Oklahoma history, has been named head coach and general manager of the XFL team in Dallas. “We’re incredibly excited to have an individual as accomplished as Bob Stoops join the XFL family,” said Oliver Luck, XFL Commissioner & CEO. “Bob’s achievements at Oklahoma are legendary, and he’s the perfect person to lead our team in Dallas. Having a coach as successful as Bob share the XFL’s vision to reimagine the game is energizing and further validates our mission.” “I’m looking forward to working with Vince McMahon,