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Nazareth’s Kroboth corners job **Sophomore starts on defense for 9-3 Temple, which plays on ESPN today in EagleBank Bowl.
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Price’s decade of dominance **Easton grad owns Pa., national high school records, part of world-record relays in college. **2000 – 2009 THE DECADE **DARK DAYS AND BRIGHT MOMENTS **FEMALE ATHLETE OF THE DECADE
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Brotherly love for Dawkins
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City of Brotherly Love welcomes back Dawkins
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Many locals look to play in bowls **However, Lehighton product Robbie Frey will sit out UConn’s game with injury.
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Iverson fueled Sixers’ run to Finals in ’01 **Though Philadelphia fell to Lakers, he provided impetus for a memorable season. **2000 – 2009 THE DECADE **DARK DAYS AND BRIGHT MOMENTS **NO. 5 REGIONAL STORY
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Scott: Big gains, big losses **For better, or sometimes worse, football player Austin Scott dominated the local sports landscape for much of the decade. **2000 – 2009 THE DECADE **DARK DAYS AND BRIGHT MOMENTS **NO. 6 LOCAL STORY
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Scott: Big gains, big losses
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Eagles defense packs a big punch
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Defense packs a big punch
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A history-making season for Easton’s coach **Three wins by the Red Rovers in eight days among the team’s accomplishments. ** 2009 MORNING CALL ALL-AREA FOOTBALL COACH OF THE YEAR
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FootballHigh School
Moncman applies at Palisades **Liberty football coach, who won a state title in 2008, is not happy with BASD’s support.
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Eagles’ offense soaring
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Confident youngsters bolster Birds
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Confident youngster bolster Birds
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Smith, Schubach definition of team players
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Smith, Schubach definition of team players
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Iverson gets a hero’s welcome **Fans pack Wachovia Center for star’s return, but Sixers can’t break losing streak.
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FootballPro
Reid, Eagles bask in afterglow **The coach, reportedly on the verge of contract extension, still excited about Michael Vick’s performance in Sunday’s win.
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Reid, Eagles bask in afterglow
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Iverson gets a hero’s welcome
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Gym founders want to give kids a fighting chance **Ex-boxers band together to open facility to provide guidance for city’s youngsters.
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FootballHigh School
Seals deal in second half **Selinsgrove outscores Central Catholic 21-0 over last two periods in 31-10 win.
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FootballHigh School
Vikings hope for a defensive storm ** David McFadden, a 6-6 DE, looks to slow a Selinsgrove offense averaging 47 ppg.
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Easton has its hands full with La Salle ** Red Rovers are first District 11 team to meet a Philadelphia Catholic opponent in playoffs. ** PIAA CLASS 4A QUARTERFINALS
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Signing Iverson a smart move
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Signing Iverson a smart move
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Samuel backs up his talking
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ENERGETIC EASTON PREVAILS **Red Rovers, playing their third game in eight days, claim District 11 Class 4A championship
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Central takes to the air to fly past Comets **Vikings are held to 69 yards on the ground, but Nosovitch throws for 209 yards and three touchdowns.
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FootballHigh School
Easton ‘punishes’ P’burg **Led by Justin Pacchioli on offense and Patrick Murphy on defense, Easton wins fourth straight in series, 26-10
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Parkland expects Red Rovers to be ready **Trojans in D-11 4A title game against Easton, which will be playing on short rest.
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FootballHigh School
Practice on Thanksgiving just fine for Vikes
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Practice on Thanksgiving just fine for Vikes
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FootballHigh School
Practice on Thanksgiving just fine for Vikes
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BasketballCollege
Mintz’s moves in the paint a work of art for Leopards **Junior scores 18, grabs 10 rebounds in Lafayette’s win over Hartford.
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Philadelphia Eagles injuries hurt so good **Sheldon Brown shows his mettle, plays 122nd straight game despite the pain.
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Hot On The Gridiron
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HOT ON THE GRIDIRON
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Philadelphia Eagles injuries hurt so good
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Bakset struggles lead to loss for Muhlenberg **SCOTTY WOOD TOURNAMENT
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FootballHigh School
Easton puts away Hazleton, preps for P’burg **Red Rovers face annual Thanksgiving game, title bout against Parkland in a week.
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Rovers still remember Eachus, Hazleton ** Two years ago, Cougars knocked off Easton in playoff. Tonight, the Red Rovers get a chance for payback. ** DISTRICT FOOTBALL PLAYOFFS
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BasketballCollege
First-year men’s coach McClary to rely on frontcourt ** COLLEGE BASKETBALL
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BasketballHigh School
Another postseason run could be in cards for Mule women
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FootballHigh School
Need a coaching model? Try Bob Mitchell
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FootballCollege
Freshman carries Mountain Hawks to victory **C.J. McCollum scores 22 points to help Lehigh post 79-71 win over Quinnipiac.
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FootballHigh School
Need a coaching model? Try Bob Mitchell
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FootballHigh School
Northwestern football coach Mitchell to step down **After 28 years, 177 victories and three D-11 titles, he’ll coach Tigers in final game Friday.
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BasketballHigh School
Greyhounds looking for gradual improvement
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Moravian women feature talent, depth, experience **COLLEGE BASKETBALL
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BasketballHigh School
DeSales looking to fit pieces together **Bulldogs lost two stars, but have the depth and balance to come back strong.
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Loaded Bulldogs have Final Four potential **DeSales return four starters from team that reached D-III Elite Eight last season.
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Eagles taking cautious approach with Brian Westbrook
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HOT ON THE GRIDIRON
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Down for the count? **Severity of Eagles running back Brian Westbrook’s second concussion of season yet to be determined
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FootballHigh School
Big offensive, defensive plays key Wilson victory
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Brown, Birds’ secondary face imposing challenge **Chargers QB Phillip Rivers has a bevy of tall receivers to throw to.
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Easton overpowers Nazareth **Top-seeded Red Rovers came out strong in 28-0 win.
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Eagles’ secondary faces big challenge in Chargers
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BasketballCollege
Getting back to NCAAs is Bears’ goal **COLLEGE BASKETBALL PREVIEW
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Second season begins **The Class 4A district subregional playoffs get under way tonight with four games, three of which involve LVC teams. No. 8 Nazareth meets No. 1 Easton in an LVC rematch.
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BasketballCollege
Warriors look to overcome offseason disarray **COLLEGE BASKETBALL PREVIEW
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FootballHigh School
Martell strives to keep building on a legacy
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BasketballCollege
Lafayette eyes identity, more wins ** Sophomore-dominated team will play hard, coach says, but must limit mistakes.
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BasketballCollege
Talented Mountain Hawks eyeing top-50 status ** COLLEGE BASKETBALL
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Lehigh men hope to be in title race ** Mountain Hawks have veteran team, but must find way to win close games.
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BasketballCollege
It’s where you finish for Leopards’ men’s, women’s teams **LAFAYETTE BASKETBALL
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FootballHigh School
HOT ON THE GRIDIRON
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Eagles’ offensive line woes put Donovan McNabb in jeopardy
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Eagles’ offensive line woes put Donovan McNabb in jeopardy
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FootballHigh School
Liberty heads to playoffs after Freedom win **Senior Anthony Gonzalez has stellar final game against rival to end high school career.
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FootballHigh School
Playoff picture comes into focus **Easton earns No. 1 seed with win over Bethlehem Catholic
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FootballHigh School
Something at stake in all final weekend games **Only Allen-Dieruff meeting is without playoff implications, and that one is for pride.
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BasketballCollege
Golden Bears’ Dennis makes a D-1 statement
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FootballHigh School
It’s been a wild ride in the topsy-turvy LVC
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BaseballPro
At sports bar, Phillies, Yankees fans mingle, and so do emotions
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HOT ON THE GRIDIRON
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Reid praises a ‘good combination’ in blowout **Coach credits his players and assistants for win over Giants. Westbrook still recovering.
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Birds come up big to stomp Giants **Weaver makes the most of his opportunity
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FootballHigh School
Easton, Catty grind out wins **Red Rovers trounce Liberty to stay atop district, LVC standings
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Lehigh’s Hall, KU’s Dennis earn preseason awards **COLLEGE BASKETBALL
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A lot on the line at Cottingham tonight **Easton hosts Liberty in game with huge implications. Parkland and Emmaus will also square off in an important game.
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FootballHigh School
Whitehall is looking ahead to the future
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FootballPro
Jackson’s TD run set the tone **Witherspoon just what the Eagles needed
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Jackson’s TD run sets the tone **Witherspoon just what the Eagles needed
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FootballPro
Friday highlights: An upset, a blowout **Liberty in control from the beginning in rout of Nazareth.
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FootballPro
Looking ahead could be very costly **With rivalry week looming and playoffs berths on the line, teams can’t afford to lose focus.
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FootballHigh School
Robbie Frey, fellow Huskies to honor fallen teammate **Ex-Lehighton star says UConn football team will rally following death of Jasper Howard.
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Nazareth is a force to be reckoned with
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These are desperate times for the Birds **EAGLES NOTEBOOK
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Birds all business on road trip to Oakland **Eagles coach Andy Reid wants his team to maintain focus against lowly Raiders.
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Desopite the cold, LVC heats up **Easton’s late drive gives Rovers first-place tie in LVC
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Easton-Freedom winner will be in district driver’s seat ** Red Rovers, Patriots are tied for first place in Class 4A subregional standings.
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Richmond-Maine game will have LVC flavor ** COLLEGE FOOTBALL
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HOT ON THE GRIDIRON
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FootballPro
A training camp holdout, Maclin up to speed now
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FootballHigh School
High-scoring homecomings **Liberty seniors enjoy satisfying moments as Becahi falls
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Surging Central looks to remain unbeaten **Vikings host Whitehall. Meanwhile, Liberty and Becahi open Bethlehem city series.
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FootballHigh School
Palos restoring the pride at Becahi
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HOT ON THE GRIDIRON
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Eagles welcome back Trotter to the nest **The four-time Pro Bowl middle linebacker has his first practice since being signed.
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McNabb likely to return **EAGLES NOTES
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Valley crowds thrill to big plays ** Freedom’s Webb runs wild in win over Parkland
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Freedom’s Webb rising to his challenges this year **The speedy back has been racking up yardage and looks forward to the Parkland game.
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Fairclough, Vikes have righted their ship
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HOT ON THE GRIDIRON
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FootballPro
Staring at the future **Expect Jackson to provide plenty of action
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Tenacious defense tops Valley teams **Easton succumbs to Emmaus’ physicality, determination
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Intriguing logjam atop conference standings **Four LVC teams have 2-0 marks heading into a weekend of interesting matchups.
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Easton discovers that revenge tastes sweet
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Saints steamroll the Birds **New Orleans, led by QB Drew Brees, sheds Eagles defense for 421 yards. Special teams blunders add to ugly loss. **Mixed bag for Kolb
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Golden Hawks hold off Zephyrs’ rally **Bethlehem Catholic beats Whitehall 27-19 and gets set to play CCHS next week.
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Top teams proving they’re worthy **Easton, with a long memory, avenges ’08 loss to Parkland
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Undefeated Easton, Parkland meet **The visiting Red Rovers are out to avenge a 26-0 loss to the Trojans last season.
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Chance to be QB leads Gonzalez to Pitt **The Liberty High senior chooses the improving program over PSU, others.
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Hurricanes have work cut out for them
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Birds bring back Garcia **With McNabb ailing, veteran quarterback, who played for the Eagles in 2006, is signed as an insurance policy.
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QUALITY TARGETS **A bird’s nest full of skill position talent and a rebuilt offensive line bring Super Bowl aspirations to Donovan McNabb and the Eagles
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Wet and wild games for LVC openers ** Parkland topples Liberty
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Can Eagles put pieces together? **After a preseason filled with injuries and inconsistency, they prepare for the Panthers.
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Westbrook shaking off the rust **Eagles running back did not play in the preseason, but says he’s ready for opener.
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Eagles add former Buccaneers tight end **Alex Smith, most recently cut by New England, has 11 career touchdowns.
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Andrews says he’s ready for the ‘beasting’ to begin **EAGLES NOTEBOOK
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Demps loses free safety battle to rookie Harris **EAGLES
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Eagles put Vick on exempt list **They keep Feeley, along with seven wide receivers in trimming roster to 53 players.
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These Eagles will probably not make the cut today
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Get ready for a healthy dose of Vick, backups **With Eagles starters sitting out, Michael Vick, Kevin Kolb and others will take over tonight.
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Demps, Harris in battle to start at free safety **EAGLES NOTEBOOK
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In limbo, Feeley says loyalties are in Philly **Nonetheless, the quarterback could be showcased Thursday night for a possible trade.
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Vick to play in first half, start second half **EAGLES NOTEBOOK
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Eagles’ Andrews: ‘My body feels great’ **Starting right tackle, coming off an injury, practices with pads for second straight day.
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Mornhinweg will take it game by game with Vick ** EAGLES NOTEBOOK
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Middle LB spot the center of attention ** Gaither runs with Eagles’ first team in battle with Mays that could take spotlight off Vick.
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Vick’s successful debut **Controversial QB looks good in limited action, but a lackluster offense needs David Akers to win it in the end.
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Vick’s successful debut **Michael Vick looks good in limited action, but a lackluster offense needs David Akers to win it in the end.
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McCoy willing to learn by watching Westbrook **EAGLES NOTEBOOK
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Eagles’ No. 1 pick has focus on the future, not fumbles **Wide receiver Jeremy Maclin says he wants to go out and make plays in 2nd home game.
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Reid ready to let Vick loose **The Eagles coach says the beleaguered quarterback will see meaningful action in his first game in nearly 3 years
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Reid says Vick will play Thursday against Jaguars **EAGLES NOTEBOOK
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Shawn Andrews wants to play in opener **The offensive lineman has yet to practice.
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McDermott seeking improvement **Eagles defensive coordinator looking for progress from his players — and himself.
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Kolb says he’s healthy, looking forward to playing **EAGLES NOTEBOOK
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Reid: Vick could see action Thursday **Eagles coach will base decision on how the QB feels in practice this week.
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Shawn Andrews itching to get back **EAGLES NOTEBOOK
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Peyton picks defense apart **Manning sharp in dissecting Philly’s normally strong unit. ‘We need to work on a lot of things,’ says Birds’ Mikell.
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Peyton picks defense apart **Manning sharp in dissecting Philly’s normally strong unit. ‘We need to work on a lot of things,’ says Birds’ Mikell.
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Mays making all the right moves at middle linebacker **EAGLES NOTEBOOK
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Westbrook easing his way back **Eagles running back is practicing with the team, but won’t make the trip to Indy.
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Samuel a very vocal member of the secondary **EAGLES NOTEBOOK
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Shawn Andrews to have back examined in California **EAGLES NOTEBOOK
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McNabb impressed by Vick’s work ethic **Eagles QB says he’d line up at receiver or tight end to get Vick on the field for a few plays.
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Birds’ defense, offensive line looking for cohesiveness **EAGLES NOTEBOOK
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Vick getting extra work after practice **Eagles’ controversial quarterback has his first workout in full pads.
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Vick seems to get a kick out of camp **On his first first day of practice, new Eagles’ QB is all smiles and crisp throws.
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McNabb wanted to be in Vick’s corner
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BIRDS VICK-TORIOUS **The Eagles drop their preseason opener to the Pats but pick up the quarterback enigma named Michael Vick
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BIRDS VICK-TORIOUS **The Eagles drop their preseason opener to the Pats but pick up the quarterback enigma named Michael Vick
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Eagles leave Lehigh on wounded wings **They end training camp, begin preseason play at less than full strength, especially on offensive line.
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It’s preseason, but still intriguing **The ‘rematch’ of Super Bowl XXXIX could help answer questions for both teams.
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Getting stress relief **Night out with Larry Holmes and Fan Appreciation Day give Eagles a good feeling. **PHILADELPHIA EAGLES TRAINING CAMP
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Eagles tight end Celek catching on **The third-year player is expected to be a bigger part of the passing attack this year.
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McCoy eager for chance to shine against Patriots
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No need to panic **PHILADELPHIA EAGLES TRAINING CAMP
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Rookie Ingram likely to miss season **Tight end suffers ACL injury; Birds cut former ESU punter Ken Parrish.
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Passing the torch **Sean McDermott now has the responsibility of maintaining the Eagles’ tradition of aggressive defense.
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DeSean Jackson is showing he deserves the top spot **EAGLES NOTEBOOK
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Birds getting feisty as training camp wears on **EAGLES TRAINING CAMP
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Owner of optimism **Eagles owner Lurie says ‘there is a lot to be excited about’ after last season’s strong finish and a productive offseason.
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Maclin looks sharp following absence **EAGLES NOTEBOOK
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Cornerback Samuel happy to be back on the field **EAGLES NOTEBOOK
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These are crucial days for Joe Mays **Second-year linebacker will get the chance to replace the injured Stewart Bradley.
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Eagles finally reach deal with Maclin **EAGLES NOTEBOOK
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Penn State product gains notice with pick **EAGLES NOTEBOOK
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Flight Night was alright **Practicing at home in front of 31,786 fans benefits players, Eagles Youth Partnership.
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No. 1 pick Maclin remains a no-show **EAGLES NOTEBOOK
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More than practice **Eagles’ training camps have changed drastically since Chuck Bednarik’s days.
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‘Church Van’ aims to roll over rivals
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Eagles’ Curtis finally feeling healthy **Veteran wide receiver back in form after battling sports hernia injury.
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Eagles pay tribute to coach who help ‘shape this game’ **Players, coaches share their memories of the late Jim Johnson.
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Eagles now getting a good look at Ingram **The University of Florida tight end has fully recovered from his knee injury and is ready to vie for a spot on the squad.
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Rookie tempers flare on practice field **Moise Fokou, LeSean McCoy tangle briefly in camp’s first altercation at Lehigh this year.
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Eagles mourn loss of a leader **Jim Johnson, the team’s defensive coordinator for 10 years, dies of cancer at age 68.
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Stacy Andrews, coming off surgery, reports early **EAGLES NOTEBOOK
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McNabb has no problem with no-show **Top pick Maclin missing, but Eagles QB, a holdout himself in ’99, says it’s ‘business.’
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Minus Maclin **Eagles arrive at Lehigh without first-round draft pick Jeremy Maclin, who has yet to sign a contract.
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Eagles name McDermott coordinator **Longtime assistant takes over defense for Jim Johnson, who is battling cancer.
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McNabb has plenty of help around him **Eagles have added some weapons and some protection for their quarterback
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From secondary to primary ** Eagles secondary coach Sean McDermott has interim tag removed, is named defensive coordinator. ** PHILADELPHIA EAGLES
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5 questions heading into training camp **Westbrook’s injuries, the defense … how will it all play out?
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BasketballHigh School
SportsFest: 14 new events and all the favorites
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There’s strong, and then there’s SportsFest strong **Annual sports extravaganza, which begins in earnest today, unveils new competition.
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Saucon gets raves as challenging, beautiful **Players say they want Women’s Open to return to Old Course. Earliest would be in 2016.
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For Creamer, disaster strikes at 10th hole
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Pink Panther gets lion’s share of attention Friday
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What nerves? Teenagers tame Saucon **Thompson (71) and Korda (72) conquer early jitters. Combined, the Floridians are 30 years old.
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Ochoa trying to live up to great expectations **The world’s top woman player has won twice this year, but she expects more of herself as she strives to remain No. 1.
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Tour veteran Jones making rare appearance **The retired 49-year-old wants to raise awareness of fact that there is no Women’s Senior Open.
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Meet and tweet: Kim’s plan to advance golf **Colorful two-time winner reaches out to fans and also eyes top of leaderboard.
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FootballHigh School
Hurricane set to hit West Coast **Liberty’s Jarrod West agrees to play for Pac-10’s Stanford after graduating next year.
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Defense is Golden **A goal-line stand in the final minutes gives Gold team 7-3 win over Red team.
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More than teammates **Southern Lehigh duo, stepbrothers, will lead Red team defense tonight.
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Rivals finally on the same team **Liberty’s Brandon Brader, Freedom’s Eddie Mateo teammates for all-star game.
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Classic rally falls short **Liberty’s Devin Street draws double coverage as Ohio snaps a three-game losing streak.
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After an eventful year, this Street is on the map ** Liberty receiver, an unknown as a junior, earns a scholarship and championships as a senior.
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Liberty’s Klotz wants to ‘tear it up’ in Altoona **PA. FCA ALL-STAR GAME
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Long days no longer faze Lee **Freedom safety having so much fun at Big 33 camp, he doesn’t mind the extra work.
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Liberty’s Latimer out to prove he belongs with best **The all-area linebacker was not all-state or heavily recruited, but he’s in the Big 33 game.
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Locals stars out to win Big 33 game **Liberty’s Horvin Latimer and Devin Street, Freedom’s Jermel Lee to lead state against Ohio.
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Gatorade gushes over Replay game **Easton and Phillipsburg players get together to celebrate the event.
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Wilson’s Davidson leads the way **The Morning Call boys track athlete of year is first to run sub 48-second 400.
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Becahi, Lombardo strike gold **Hawks capture first place in 400-meter relay
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Davidson’s aiming high; Becahi boys start strong
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Emmaus, Parkland cruise to boys title game **Southern Lehigh, Nazareth win semifinal games to reach girls final.
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Running into the record book **Wilson’s Davidson dominates
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Multiple medalists are possible **Davidson, Brandon, Troxell and others could lead way at two-day meet at Whitehall.
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FLYING HIGH **The Parkland boys track team has dominated with 81 straight dual-meet triumphs and 10 straight league titles.
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Davidson brings home gold for Wilson **He captures 200, 400 meter races, two relay events for Warriors.
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Saucon’s Lombardo takes four gold medals **Allison Vanek of Wilson breaks school and meet record in the pole vault.
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Emmaus girls set school mark in 3,200-meter relay **Liberty’s Cygan wins duel in individual 3,200 run; Nazareth leads team standings.
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Henninger, Hightower, Gillette sparkle **Seniors, from Whitehall, Easton and Parkland respectively, win gold.
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Six inducted into football Hall ** Cortez, Diorio, Silock, LaMontagne, Sniscak, Rudelitsch honored.
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Former understudy McClary takes over Mules ** He succeeds Madeira, Muhlenberg’s winningest coach.
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Freedom’s McLaughlin zoned in as a top sprinter
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Liberty’s Gonzalez gets ‘drafted’ by the Army **Liberty’s QB gets a preliminary invite to All-American Bowl.
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P’burg passes Easton **Kullman, Luke impress Mannings in Gatorade win, 27-12.
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Price part of an American record-setting relay
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Price, Lady Vols win, Koons anchors ‘Nova to 3rd **PENN RELAYS
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High school dual meets are for all the athletes **TRACK AND FIELD
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Gatorade looking for another replay **Second shot: A successful game could mean others in future.
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‘The most fun since high school’ **Settling the score … the tie score: P’Burg’s Tim Flynn having a ‘blast’ preparing for Replay game.
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Emmaus’ Bottiglieri ready for PSFCA game **Coach, 3 area players in 1 of 3 all-star grid games in late June. **SCHOLASTIC FOOTBALL
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Hochman getting a second chance **Redemption: Easton kicker wants to get back field goal that got away in 1993.
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Pros feel the passion **Eagles’ Westbrook, Reid can relate to Rovers, ‘Liners.
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Health weighing on mind of Phillipsburg’s Lebitz **Back into shape: Lineman has lost 50 pounds in training.
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Most teams still rounding into shape, eyeing bigger meets **TRACK AND FIELD
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Penn State wins its first NIT **Hurtin’: MVP Cornley’s courage lifts Lions over Baylor.
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Leiner fills role for Lions ** Whitehall grad’s career finale: Former walk-on has done his part to help PSU reach NIT final.
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Opening surge carries Penn State **Advance to NIT title game: Nittany Lions grab early, hold off late rally by Irish.
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A traditional choice **Geiger has committed himself to game next month vs. archrival.
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Foursome earn all-state honors **No 1st-teamers: Clark, Vargas, Hughes and Schmidt tabbed.
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Nits hoping for better NIT ** Empty feeling: PSU doesn’t want to come home without a title.
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Valley-area boys track teams loaded with talent
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Honors for Braswell, Burke **Best of the Bulldogs: DeSales basketball stars named D-III first-team All-Americans.
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Hawks hope to soar higher next year **Lehigh looks ahead: Team has plenty of talent returning.
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Auburn runs away from Lehigh **Rail-thin Bonner makes Lehigh vanish
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Troyan is better prepared ** Lehigh’s coach says she’s learned a lot since 1997 blowout. ** NCAA WOMEN’S BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT
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Lehigh thrives with family theme **Finding a balance: Troyan juggles duties as coach, mom.
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Kutztown faces tall order in Gannon on its home court **Golden Knights are 20-1 at home, with two wins vs. KU.
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Lehigh gets powerful Auburn **NCAAs: Hawks don’t want short ride leading to quick exit.
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DeSales ‘dream’ ends with 70-60 loss to F&M; **’Best team in school history’ has sense of accomplishment.
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Rich sets benchmark for excellence
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Mules’ Madeira resigns **22 years at the helm: Men’s coach holds school record for wins.
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Three Lehigh Valley-area college teams march on
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An unlikely Valley showdown **Patriot League final: Lehigh, Lafayette women have taken different roads to title game.
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Lehigh rallies past Army **Strong second half puts Hawks within reach of PL title.
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Slipper fitting well for Lafayette **Cinderellas: Seventh-seeded ‘Pards reach PL final.
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DeSales, Moravian lose ** Local ladies are badly outrebounded in first-round games.
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Favorite Lehigh playing on its favorite court **Mountain Hawks, unbeaten at home, host Patriot tourney.
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Lafayette and Lehigh facing a long road **Patriot games: Both teams have poor finishes and must go on the road to advance in tourney.
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Muhlenberg set for long trek to Polar Bear country
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Kutztown rolls into PSAC semifinals **Guards lead the way: Golden Bear men beat Mansfield 97-86.
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Four area teams in D-III hoops dance **NCAAs: DeSales, Muhlenberg and Moravian women, Bulldog men prepare for national tourney.
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Mules keep their intensity and their title **Second straight: Relentless Muhlenberg rolls on.
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Waylen, others finding solid path to 4-year colleges
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Inconsistent Leopards fall to Black Knights **Mistakes hamper Lafayette in 79-59 loss to Army.
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Inconsistent Leopards fall to Black Knights **Mistakes hamper Lafayette in 79-55 loss to Army.
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Muhlenberg a perfect fit in Centennial Conference **COLLEGE BASKETBALL
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Leopards tame Hawks in wild one **Stabler barnburner: Brown leads Lafayette with 26.
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Lehigh outmuscles Lafayette with inside depth **Hawks cruise, 73-58, despite missing one of their top players.
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PL women’s event getting local support
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Muhlenberg men prep for playoffs, hold off Dickinson
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Allen grad Barbosa drafted by pro team in Puerto Rico
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Burke ‘in a zone’ to set DeSales record **Bulldog senior poured in 46 pts. Tuesday vs. Del. Val.
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Muhlenberg women want Centennial perfection **COLLEGE BASKETBALL
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Canada’s Mintz enjoys freedom of America’s game
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Bulldogs, Mules benefit from non-league battle **COLLEGE BASKETBALL
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Braswell carries DeSales **Darnell the difference: Allen grad tallies 17, hits game-winner against Muhlenberg.
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Lafayette falters in 2nd half against Holy Cross
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Area players making last-minute decisions wise ones
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Taming the Big Ten tigers **Led by a fiery competitor in Battle and a strong senior leader in Cornley, the Nittany Lions eye national respect.
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DeSandes-Moyer, others got it right most times
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A day of pride for coaches, players **Many area football standouts sign on with Division I programs.
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Three area women’s teams have high aspirations **COLLEGE BASKETBALL
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Holy Cross pulls away from cold-shooting Lehigh **Hawks end first half of Patriot League season in 4th place.
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Cedar Crest well on its way to respectability
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Hall’s late shot leads Hawks to 61-59 victory **PATROT MEN
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Moravian women leaving opponents in a ‘foul’ mood this season **COLLEGE BASKETBALL
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St. Benedict’s proves its worth ** The New Jersey school tops Maryland’s Bishop McNamara in OT.
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Hawks make FTs, hold off Leopards **Milestone: Lehigh’s Hall hits 1,000-point plateau in win.
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Tough travels for Mountain Hawks and Leopards
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Ben shoots way into Kutztown record book **The senior becomes KU’s top scorer in win over Mansfield.
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ESU men have the drive to suceed under Wilson **COLLEGE BASKETBALL
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Lafayette shines at the line **Sinks Navy: The Leopards ride clutch foul shooting to a Patriot League win over the Middies.
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Losing streak has Lehigh men looking for answers
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Navy 3-pointer torpedoes Mountain Hawks **Big shot and costly T doom Lehigh in league home opener.
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DeSale’s Zwetolitz has sights set beyond hoops **COLLEGE BASKETBALL
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Moravian gets defensive, delivers Spirk’s 400th win **Second-half push: ‘Hounds pull away from Crusaders.
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Lehigh men must regroup after bad loss to Princeton
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Emmaus grad happy to be in the hunt at DeSales
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DeSales realistic after first loss **Cold spell: Shoots 23 percent to end run at unbeaten season.
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Hawks continue strong start ** Move to 10-3: Carrington, Hall help Lehigh rally from bad start to beat Columbia.
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