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Welch wraps up college lacrosse career in style Sat, 17 May 2008 00:20:00 EDT
Jean DePlacido
Greg Welch wrapped up his college lacrosse career last weekend with a trip to the NCAA tournament. The Springfield College captain from Peabody helped the Pride to another winning season.

Allison picks up second win for Jupiter Sat, 17 May 2008 00:20:00 EDT
Peabody's Jeff Allison picked up his second straight win for the Class A Jupiter Hammerheads Thursday night in their 5-2 victory over the Brevard County Manatees.
Allison, now 2-4 after taking four losses and three no-decisions in his first seven starts, worked 1-2-3 innings in the first, second, fourth and fifth innings for the Hammerheads.

Locals help East Coast Karate in Boston tournament Sat, 17 May 2008 00:18:00 EDT
BOSTON — Local athletes helped the East Coast Karate & Aerobics Fitness Center of Swampscott to several first and second place finishes in the recent World Martial Arts Federation Tournament at the Reggie Lewis Center in Boston.

Sports briefs Sat, 17 May 2008 00:18:00 EDT
Running
The Wicked Running Club of Salem will hold an open house today (9 a.m.) at Forest River Park. The club has weekly runs, discounts on clinics by world class runner Jen Toomey and her husband, Mike, and many other activities. For more information, contact Tim Short at tim.short1@gmail.com.

Beverly lacrosse team make state tourney Sat, 17 May 2008 00:18:00 EDT
BOYS LACROSSE
The Beverly High boys lacrosse team is a long way from its main goal of winning a state title, but at least the Panthers are going to the postseason.
Joe Reinold scored the game-winning goal with four minutes left and goalie Kevin Ranta made a spectacular save in the final seconds to preserve a 10-9 win over Marblehead yesterday. The Panthers improved to 9-7 and earned a berth in the state tourney with two regular season games remaining.

Danvers captures ninth NEC baseball title in last 10 seasons Fri, 16 May 2008 21:57:00 EDT
DANVERS — Same as it ever was, same as it ever was.
Bobby Dean, Chris Perry and the other members of the Danvers High baseball team may have no idea who the Talking Heads are — they popularized the above-mentioned lyrics in "Once In a Lifetime" nearly 30 years ago. But when it comes to what they do on the diamond, they certainly know what those words mean.

Sox, Brewers to play doubleheader today Sat, 17 May 2008 01:46:00 EDT
BOSTON — Terry Francona's return to managing had to wait another day when last night's series opener between the Boston Red Sox and Milwaukee Brewers was postponed by rain.
The skipper of the AL All-Star team did, however, add managers Joe Girardi of the New York Yankees and Jim Leyland of the Detroit Tigers to his coaching staff for that game against the NL on July 15.

Going back to Garden: Celts forced into another Game 7 Sat, 17 May 2008 01:46:00 EDT
CLEVELAND — The Cleveland Cavaliers packed for a weekend stay in Beantown — not a few weeks on Cape Cod.
They've got at least one more game left, and in the NBA, it's as big as they ever get.

Magnifico's late-game heroics spark Amesbury Fri, 16 May 2008 23:28:00 EDT
Softball
Amesbury 8, Pentucket 7
In a matter of two innings, Gabby Magnifico and her Indians sparked two dramatic comebacks to beat River Rivals Pentucket.
Down 6-2 in the bottom of the sixth, Magnifico hit a three-run homer as Amesbury tied the score. However, in the top of the seventh, the Sachems went back on top by a run. In the bottom half of the inning though, Abby Pare's RBI single right up the middle to score Laura Kaminski plated the Indians' winning run.

Winner take all: State tourney-bound Triton eliminates Port from postseason contention Fri, 16 May 2008 22:28:00 EDT
NEWBURYPORT — River Rival clashes don't normally need any extra incentives, but it was the postseason come early at War Memorial Stadium as both Triton and Newburyport were in desperation mode faced with the prospect of elimination from the state tournament with one more loss.

Big Man on Campus Sunday May 18, 2008
WORCESTER - It's a good thing Keith Landers is used to pitching in pressure situations, because lately there have been plenty for the hard-throwing St. Peter-Marian left-hander.

Bumbling sweep for Sox Sunday May 18, 2008
The Brewers and Red Sox combined to make nine errors in the doubleheader, seven in the second game. It was the most errors in a major league game this year.

Week's rotation up in air Sunday May 18, 2008
BOSTON - Injury, rain and yesterday's doubleheader have left the Red Sox with media-shy TBA scheduled to start three of the four games against Kansas City.

Manny regains groove in relief Sunday May 18, 2008
BOSTON - It was such a familiar scenario, the Red Sox building an early lead, then watching the other team storm back.

Big Brown romps in Preakness, nears Crown Sunday May 18, 2008
BALTIMORE - Big Brown charged to the lead turning for home and then cruised down the stretch to win the Preakness yesterday, still perfect and squarely pointed toward thoroughbred racing's first Triple Crown in 30 years.

Santana hurls Mets past Yankees Sunday May 18, 2008
Johan Santana (5-2) gave the New York Yankees a firsthand look at the legitimate ace they turned down last winter.

Seniors launch Devils Sunday May 18, 2008
FITCHBURG - Any time Derek Boucher and Mike Szajner have a bat in their hands, the Blue Devils are thrilled.

Callahan delivers winner Sunday May 18, 2008
Matt Callahan scored with 34 seconds remaining to tie it at 12-12, then netted the winner for the host Hilltoppers with 12 ticks left.

Bernardians drop Devils Sunday May 18, 2008
Chris Kinger scored two goals for the visiting Bernardians (8-9), who scored three goals in the third period to take a 5-1 lead.

Algonquin streak goes on Sunday May 18, 2008
SHREWSBURY - Algonquin Regional girls' coach Lisa Danielson doesn't know what she did to be blessed with such great athletes. Her team captured its sixth straight Class A title at the 36th District E Track and Field Invitational yesterday at Shrewsbury High, as the Tomahawks continued a tradition they don't want to relinquish any time soon.

Rangers outlast Pioneers Sunday May 18, 2008
FITCHBURG - That's the thing about paper: It's good for writing on and reading, and that's about it.

Revs put it all together, shut down Earthquakes Sunday May 18, 2008
FOXBORO - For the 13,004 fans in attendance at Gillette Stadium last night, the Revolution provided a glimpse into how good this team can really be.

Howell jumps out to the lead Sunday May 18, 2008
Charles Howell III shot a 5-under 67 yesterday to take a one-stroke lead over Kenny Perry into the final round of the AT&T Classic in Duluth, Ga.

Rodriguez notches TKO in first main event Sunday May 18, 2008
BOSTON - His fight delayed almost two hours because of shoddy ring ropes that had to be repaired twice during the night, Worcester middleweight Edwin Rodriguez still managed to shine while fighting in the first main event of his pro career.

Rahal driving strong Sunday May 18, 2008
For Graham Rahal, driving in the Indianapolis 500 has been an almost lifelong ambition.

Trainer says his horse ready to Triple up Sunday May 18, 2008
BALTIMORE - He called his shot and won the Kentucky Derby.

Brady connects early, sparks Surge to romp Sunday May 18, 2008
WORCESTER - Shawn Brady's first pass attempt last night was almost picked off. His next incompletion in the New England Surge's matchup with the New Jersey Revolution wasn't until the third quarter.

Salerno, Lemire living a dream Sunday May 18, 2008
What are the odds of two former high school football standouts from Central Mass. meeting in an Austrian Football League game? Pretty good, actually.

Colts' Wayne is looking to further elevate game Sunday May 18, 2008
INDIANAPOLIS - Reggie Wayne's image keeps evolving.

TV, Radio Sunday May 18, 2008

The Week Ahead Sunday May 18, 2008

Turco earns the No. 1 star Sunday May 18, 2008
DETROIT - Marty Turco picked the perfect time for his first NHL victory at Joe Louis Arena.

H.S. SOFTBALL: Stang splits doubleheader Sun, 18 May 2008 06:00 EST

DARTMOUTH — It wasn't close this time, but the end result remained the same for Bishop Stang in a 9-1 softball loss to Eastern Athletic Conference archrival Coyle-Cassidy on Saturday.

A remarkable comeback Sun, 18 May 2008 06:00 EST

Jeff Provencher, a three-sport athlete at New Bedford High, is back on the volleyball court after October surgery to replace an enlarged heart.

H.S. TRACK: NBH's Rose nets record at relay meet Sun, 18 May 2008 06:00 EST

His coaches tried — at least a little — to talk him out of taking his last jump.

H.S. Roundup: ORR's Chang advances to individual quarterfinals Sun, 18 May 2008 06:00 EST

Old Rochester senior Regis Chang won both his matches in the MIAA South Sectional tournament in Barnstable and has advanced into this morning's sectional quarterfinals at 10. Semifinals will follow in the early afternoon. The finals will be played next...

Celtics come home for decisive Game 7 Sun, 18 May 2008 06:00 EST

WALTHAM — The Boston Celtics can drive by the statue of Red Auerbach on their way to work Sunday, pick up some lunch at Faneuil Hall and then warm up under the 16 NBA championship banners their predecessors helped hang from the rafters.

U.S. Sportsmen's Alliance to combat Humane Society with knowledge Sun, 18 May 2008 06:00 EST

The U.S. Sportsmen's Alliance (USSA) announced this week the creation of a fund with the sole purpose of combating the world's number-one anti-hunting organization. Money collected through the Sportsmen Against HSUS fund will be used in the continuing...

As Manny heads for history, what does it mean? Sun, 18 May 2008 06:00 EST

On Aug. 11, 1929, Babe Ruth drilled a Willis Hudlin fastball over the 60-foot high, 290-foot right-field fence at Cleveland's League Park.

INSIDE THE CELTICS: It's all on the line in Game 7, the free-throw line Sun, 18 May 2008 06:00 EST

Heading into today's Game 7 between the Boston Celtics and the Cleveland Cavaliers, the Green are wishing LeBron James would take the same advice he gave to his mother, Gloria, back in Game 4: "Sit down!"

INSIDE BASEBALL: Star shines in surprising places Sun, 18 May 2008 06:00 EST

When it comes to the All-Star Game, there's usually a reason for everything, even if it's not one anyone wants to hear. As it was last year with Kevin Youkilis, the White Sox Carlos Quentin — the AL's home run leader entering the weekend with 10...

Big Brown delivers at Preakness Sun, 18 May 2008 06:00 EST

BALTIMORE — Not once but twice, jockey Kent Desormeaux sneaked a peek to see if anyone was gaining on Big Brown.

Dice-K still unbeaten, as Sox sweep Sun, 18 May 2008 06:00 EST

BOSTON — Daisuke Matsuzaka, known for his deliberate pace on the mound, didn't hesitate when asked whether he's becoming the ace of Boston's staff.

H.S. BASEBALL NOTEBOOK: Arms key to race for Fairhaven Sun, 18 May 2008 06:00 EST

His team is on a very thin bubble as far as qualifying for the postseason tournament is concerned, but Rudy Bulgar knows if Fairhaven's season is to be extended, the pitching must continue to come up big.

SOFTBALL NOTEBOOK: Whalers still in hunt state tournament bid Sun, 18 May 2008 06:00 EST

New Bedford is still alive to make the state tournament, but the 6-10 Whalers are facing a must-win game on Monday when they host Brockton.

Road blocked Sat, 17 May 2008 06:00 EST

The Celtics played a good road game, but it wasn't good enough to give them something they still don't have — a road win in the 2008 NBA playoffs.

AT FENWAY PARK: Gabe still has game, on and off field Sat, 17 May 2008 06:00 EST

BOSTON — Gabe Kapler walked down the tunnel from the visitors clubhouse, peeked his head into the raindrops and strode to the reporters that awaited him in the dugout.

Belichick snaps back at Walsh Sat, 17 May 2008 06:00 EST

BOSTON — New England Patriots coach Bill Belichick lashed out at the team's former video assistant Friday, saying in a televised interview that Matt Walsh was a low-level staffer who was fired for "poor job performance"

Martins keep Voc-Tech alive Sat, 17 May 2008 06:00 EST

NEW BEDFORD — Needing to win its final two matches to remain postseason eligible, the GNB Voc-Tech boys volleyball team turned to a familiar twosome to get a decisive 3-0 win over Wareham, 25-10, 25-18, 25-19, on Friday night.

Big Brown treated like champ Sat, 17 May 2008 06:00 EST

BALTIMORE — Like any true A-lister, he kept the masses waiting for hours.

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