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Rookie backers on fast track Mayo, Crable make big strides with help from veteran Patriots Mon, 04 Aug 2008 02:52:00 EDT
FOXBORO — As far as the Michigan alumni chain goes, Shawn Crable is a pretty darn popular guy.
"A lot of my friends are in different camps, they call every night," said Crable, New England's third-round draft choice last April.

Sweep success: Dice-K earns win No. 12 as Sox sweep A's Mon, 04 Aug 2008 02:52:00 EDT
BOSTON — A rejuvenated outlook and a weaker opponent were the perfect weekend mix for the Boston Red Sox.
Jed Lowrie's two-run triple highlighted a three-run fourth inning that helped Daisuke Matsuzaka to his 12th win and the Red Sox completed a three-game sweep with a 5-2 win over the struggling Oakland Athletics yesterday.

It could be in the Cards for St. Pierre Mon, 04 Aug 2008 02:51:00 EDT
Brian St. Pierre of Danvers has no illusions about playing quarterback for the Arizona Cardinals anytime soon.
The former St. John's Prep and Boston College standout is third on the depth chart behind big name quarterbacks Matt Leinart and Kurt Warner.

Burke earns bragging rights at The Meadow Mon, 04 Aug 2008 02:50:00 EDT
Mike Burke walked into The Meadow at Peabody clubhouse after carding an opening round 71 in the club championship Saturday afternoon thinking his score would be near the top.
You can imagine his surprise when he found out his first 18 holes had produced a seven-shot lead. As it turned out, it was a lead he would not surrender on his way to a two-day 148 and three-shot victory for his first championship at any club since 1984.

Sports briefs Mon, 04 Aug 2008 02:50:00 EDT
Basketball
The Mass Hoop Elite Basketball Skill Development Camp will be held Aug. 11-15 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. for girls and boys ages 7-15 at the Ipswich High School gymnasium. The camp, run under the direction of Zach and Mandy Zegarowski, will offer skill development and fundamentals for each level of children. All participants will receive a T-shirt and individual written evaluations. Cost is $175 for the first child and $75 for each additional child in a particular family, with a cap of $300 per family. Scholarships are also available. To secure a spot, please mail a $50 deposit to Mass Hoop Elite, 261 Cutler Road, South Hamilton, MA 01982, along with your child's name, address and age. Registration forms can be downloaded at www.ipswichtravelbball.com.

Swamp Bats bounce Navs in NECBL playoffs Mon, 04 Aug 2008 02:49:00 EDT
The North Shore Navigators were thrilled to finish second in the NECBL's Northern Division and qualify for the playoffs in just their first season playing in Lynn. The results of the playoffs, however, they might lament for a while.

Speed search: High Street Mile draws top field, woman breaks 11-year-old record Mon, 04 Aug 2008 00:35:00 EDT
Winning the High Street Mile got a lot more difficult yesterday morning. Breaking the four-minute barrier might be borderline impossible.
The 18th running of The Mile, on both the men and women's sides, was a who's who of regionally and nationally renown milers, marathoners and former champions, one of which was mere seconds away from going to Beijing.

Around the Horn with Pete Creamer Mon, 04 Aug 2008 00:21:00 EDT
A former catcher, Andover Legion Post 8 coach Joe Iarrobino can't help but keep a close eye on those who play his favorite position.
When his squad dropped a 5-3 decision to District 8 champion Newburyport Post 150 during the regular season, he couldn't help but notice catcher Pete Creamer, who graduated from Pentucket this spring.

Guttenplan: Reflecting on Yankee Homecoming's growing popularity Mon, 04 Aug 2008 00:20:00 EDT
Dan Guttenplan
NEWBURYPORT — The 51st annual Yankee Homecoming came to a close yesterday, and we are left to sort out the athletic accomplishments of the past week.
The most obvious observation would be that the level of competition continues to rise at the local road races for various reasons. For one, the participation levels for the 10-mile and 5K races — held on Tuesday of Yankee Homecoming week — increase each year. This year's races drew 3,500 participants — up 800 from last year's combined field. With increased registration numbers, we should come to expect more speed at the front of the race.

Local schedule Mon, 04 Aug 2008 00:20:00 EDT
Tomorrow
POST 150 LEGION BASEBALL: Newburyport vs. Hanover (12:30 p.m., Szot Field in Chicopee)

Local sports briefs Mon, 04 Aug 2008 00:19:00 EDT
Baseball
Extra Innings in Salisbury is accepting registration for its fall baseball and softball leagues, which will begin Sept. 6 and 7 with five different age divisions for baseball and three for softball. For more information, call 978-499-0063 or visit www.extrainnings-salisbury.com.

Clippers fall to Cobras in final minute Mon, 04 Aug 2008 06:00 EST

After its AA championship season, Whaling City played the AAA champion Cobras and gave Middleboro all it could handle before bowing, 14-9, in a fantastic finish.

Edwards gets fourth win in Sprint Cup Mon, 04 Aug 2008 06:00 EST

LONG POND, Pa. — Carl Edwards won Sunday's NASCAR Sprint Cup race at Pocono Raceway, gambling with a pit strategy that he thought would cost him the victory.

An avid bowler, Dubois will be missed Mon, 04 Aug 2008 06:00 EST

It made me very to sad to learn of the death of Priscilla Dubois recently. Known by most of the bowling community as Pat, she and her family were a familiar sight at all of the local bowling centers.

Red Sox sweep Oakland Mon, 04 Aug 2008 06:00 EST

BOSTON — A rejuvenated outlook and a weaker opponent were the perfect weekend mix for the Boston Red Sox.

LOCAL GOLF: New partner, same result for LeBlanc in Allendale Women's Fourball Mon, 04 Aug 2008 06:00 EST

DARTMOUTH — Some cooperation between Montaup Country Club and the host course helped produce Sunday's winning team in the Allendale Country Club Women's Fourball.

NFL reinstates Favre Mon, 04 Aug 2008 06:00 EST

GREEN BAY, Wis. — Though the Green Bay Packers say Brett Favre has put them in a difficult situation, they're prepared to welcome him back.

GNB PONY Palaminos bow out of Zone Tournament Mon, 04 Aug 2008 06:00 EST

It was two-and-out for the GNB PONY League Palaminos, who fell 6-2 to a team from Youngstown, Ohio, on Sunday after dropping Saturday's opener to the host team at North Allegheny High School in Wexford, Pa.

Gatemen lose another close one Mon, 04 Aug 2008 06:00 EST

It was another tough loss for the Gatemen on Sunday as Wareham fell to 14-24-1 on the season with a 6-5 loss at Hyannis.

Olympics fighting fans' doubt Mon, 04 Aug 2008 06:00 EST

So you hear about a 41-year-old swimmer making the Olympics eight years after retiring and two years after giving birth. You immediately think:

Singh ends drought at Bridgestone Mon, 04 Aug 2008 06:00 EST

AKRON, Ohio — Vijay Singh nearly threw away the Bridgestone Invitational by missing three putts inside 8 feet on the back nine at Firestone. He won his first World Golf Championship by making the last one, which was all that mattered.

NFL Notebook: Raiders talk Javon Walker out of retirement Mon, 04 Aug 2008 06:00 EST

NAPA, Calif. — Oakland Raiders receiver Javon Walker told the team he wanted to retire and offered to return his $11 million signing bonus before being talked out of it by owner Al Davis.

Cape League: Races heating up Mon, 04 Aug 2008 06:00 EST

Hyannis takes over the Western Division lead in the Cape Cod Baseball League as Orleans again fails to clinch the East.

Golf notes Mon, 04 Aug 2008 06:00 EST

The Cape Pros Challenge, hosted by local touring pros Carri Wood and Jason Caron, is Friday at Hyannis Golf Course. The former Dennis-Yarmouth High stars are raising funds for their new foundation to benefit junior golf.

Amateur soccer: D-Y, Nauset win in quarters Mon, 04 Aug 2008 06:00 EST

SOUTH YARMOUTH D-Y Celtic scored four second-half goals to beat Brewster Ice 6-1 in the Cape Cod Amateur Soccer League quarterfinals.

Bourne tops slumping Orleans Mon, 04 Aug 2008 06:00 EST

BOURNE The Bourne Braves scored nine runs in the first four innings and held on to beat the fading Orleans Cardinals 9-4 in Cape Cod Baseball League play.

Red Sox: A's swept away Mon, 04 Aug 2008 06:00 EST

BOSTON A rejuvenated outlook and a weaker opponent were the perfect weekend mix for the Red Sox.

Cape Cod Junior Golf Association tee times Mon, 04 Aug 2008 06:00 EST

Tee times for Twin Brooks and for the Cape Cod Country Club

Golf Monday: The teachings of Jane Frost Mon, 04 Aug 2008 06:00 EST

Were on the tee: A high spinning slice drifts right, into the trees; find it, chip it back into the fairway; hit a solid 6-iron onto the green; make a 20-footer for par.

On course > Golfing Cape Cod: Falmouth Country Club Mon, 04 Aug 2008 06:00 EST

EAST FALMOUTH If you havent played Falmouth Country Club lately, you havent played Falmouth Country Club.

Bingham: PGA needs a face-lift Mon, 04 Aug 2008 06:00 EST

I wish I could think of something positive to say about the PGA Championship, which CBS and TNT in their telecasts this week will remind you, repeatedly, is Glorys Last Shot.

Local Notes Mon, 04 Aug 2008 02:57:00 EDT
Baseball/Softball
DB's Baseball/Softball facility, located at 1600 Osgood St. in North Andover, will hold a summer program Monday, Aug. 4 through Friday, Aug. 8, from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.. Openings are still available and registration will be on Monday morning. For more information, contact Dave Bettencourt at 978-687-3400 or visit www.dbbaseball.com.

Magee (4-hitter), Fisher Cats complete sweep Mon, 04 Aug 2008 02:56:00 EDT
MANCHESTER, N.H. — Brandon Magee tossed a complete-game four-hit shutout as the New Hampshire Fisher Cats beat the Connecticut Defenders 8-0 yesterday before a crowd of 5,846 at Merchantsauto.com Stadium.

Patriots do a good job mining for quarterback gold Mon, 04 Aug 2008 02:54:00 EDT
FOXBORO — New England's backup quarterbacks are the players no Patriots fan wants to see on the field — unless it's the fourth quarter.
All-Pro quarterback Tom Brady never wants to come out a game, and has proven to be one of the NFL's most durable players since

Polanco carries Thunder into finals Mon, 04 Aug 2008 02:54:00 EDT
Baseball
The Lawrence Thunder beat the Haverhill Black Diamonds 6-1 in the semifinals of the Merrimack Valley Senior Babe Ruth playoffs.
Kenny Polanco hurled a three-hitter and whiffed eight. Darren Infante ripped a two-run single, Francis Schaufenbil contributed three hits and two RBIs and Ricky Torres added two hits. Jose Polanco shined behind the plate.

Donais, Poretta shine at High Street Mon, 04 Aug 2008 02:53:00 EDT
Running
Bradford's Melissa Donais placed third in 5:08 yesterday at the High Street Mile in Newburyport. Amy Mortimer, who placed fifth in the 1,500 at the recent Olympic Trials, won in a record 4:32, 16 seconds ahead of Claudia Camargo.

LaRosa, Kimball help Salem hold off Astros Mon, 04 Aug 2008 02:53:00 EDT
Basketball
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Andover, Lawrence, Salem and Central Catholic all will be playing in the Hoops for Hope best-of-3 quarterfinals beginning tonight at Lawrence's Sullivan Park.
Here is the wrap-up on yesterday's Round of 16 action.

High school baseball: Class of 2009: Blue-chippers' stock soaring Mon, 04 Aug 2008 01:29:00 EDT
Our region has churned out some pretty good baseball classes over the year.
The Carlos Pena/Jay Yennaco-led Class of 1995 leaps out with Haverhill's Pena now a star slugger for the Tampa Bay Rays while Windham's Yennaco reached Triple A ball.

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