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Archives for July 2011

The Quarterback Shuffle

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By Breanna Jacobs As Aaron Rodgers hoisted the Lombardi Trophy over his head and looked upon his team with admiration, cheesehead cheers erupted throughout the nation. In that magical moment, football fans and analysts alike had one unified thought: Rodgers is going to be a Packer for his entire career. Green Bay is his town and, more importantly, his team. Some could say … [Read more...] about The Quarterback Shuffle

Playoff baseball at The Basket

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By Paul Casey Gotham WEBSTER, N.Y. - As the New York Collegiate Baseball League's regular season casts a reflection in the rear-view mirror, it is time to move on to the  playoffs, and Dave Brust's Webster Yankees will appear in the  post-season for the second time in as many years. The 2011 NYCBL West Division Regular Season Champion Yankees take on the Geneva Red Wings … [Read more...] about Playoff baseball at The Basket

Pair of Webster hurlers combine on no-hitter

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By Paul Casey Gotham GENEVA, N.Y. -- Webster Yankee head coach, Dave Brust has his concerns. With his team clinching the New York Collegiate Baseball League's West Division on Saturday, the Webster skipper wants his team to remain focused for the upcoming playoffs. If Tuesday night's effort is any indication, the Webster nine have blocked out all distractions. Nate … [Read more...] about Pair of Webster hurlers combine on no-hitter

Bostick signs with the A’s

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By Paul Gotham ROCHESTER, N.Y. -- From high school to professional baseball with one stop in between, Chris Bostick (Aquinas Institute) has done more this summer than most will do in a lifetime. Days before he heard his name called as he walked across the stage to receive his high school diploma, the Oakland Athletics called on Bostick in the 44th round of the Major League … [Read more...] about Bostick signs with the A’s