WELLINGTON, New Zealand (AP) — Rose Lavelle believes she’s developed into a smarter player in the four years since becoming a breakout star for the United States in the 2019 Women’s World Cup final against the Netherlands.

Rhett Kaufman

Rhett Kaufman swings mightily at the ball during his

Meacham went from ‘too clumsy’ to All-American

“He may be too clumsy to even play a down for us,” was the response Sallie Frazier received after asking head coach Jim Frazier what he thought about the Meacham kid, who would become his first All-American. In 1962, the year that the Tornado Bowl was opened, a tall, lanky kid named Randy Meacham began his high school career at Clinton. A career he would transform into the Oklahoma Lineman of the Year in 1964.

EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) — Saquon Barkley and the New York Giants settled on a contract for the star running back just in time for training camp, with him signing a oneyear contract worth up to $11 million, a person close to the negotiations told The Associated Press.

WHITE SULPHUR SPRINGS, W.Va. (AP) — There’s a noticeable difference in Deshaun Watson, a switch in his demeanor, his actions and words.

Ray remembers his time with Reds

While playing any sport is not forever, being on a team can be beneficial for a player, especially being a leader among the younger players.

Bowling alley to host league meeting

Split Decision and Grill will be hosting a meeting at 6:30 p.m. Monday, July 31 for anyone looking to participate in its annual bowling leagues.

BLOOMINGTON, Minn. (AP) — NFL owners unanimously approved the sale of the Washington Commanders from Dan Snyder to a group led by Josh Harris and including Magic Johnson for a record $6.05 billion, right before the league announced a $60 million fine for Snyder for improprieties corroborated by its investigation into workplace culture and business dealings.

Great volley

Victoria Smith returns a serve in a game of pickleball at Acme Brick Park.

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