'OK not to be OK': Mental health takes top role at Olympics
TOKYO (AP) — For decades, they were told to shake it off or toughen up — to set aside the doubt, or the demons, and focus on the task at hand: winning. Dominating. Getting it done. For …
Basketball diplomacy: US, Iran meet on court at Tokyo Games
SAITAMA, Japan (AP) — The Americans applauded the Iranian national anthem. The Iranians applauded the U.S. anthem. There were a few handshakes before, plenty more handshakes after, and words of …
"Just proud": Ledecky finally wins gold at Tokyo Olympics
TOKYO (AP) — When Katie Ledecky finally saw that familiar number next to her name, the emotions flooded to the surface at the Tokyo Aquatics Centre. She tumbled over the lane rope to give …
DME Prepzone Football Media Day set for Monday
SEC Football Media Day is considered to be the unofficial start of the football season — when a legitimate countdown to the opening kickoff can begin. The same can be said about our annual …
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Thomas new Curry baseball coach
CURRY — Brandon Thomas had a successful run as the head baseball coach at Echols Middle School in …
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Eagle Elite Coach of Year: Blair leads team to semifinals, reaches milestone win in 2021
Sumiton Christian doesn’t play your typical Class 1A baseball schedule. The Eagles take on all …
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Eagle Elite Player of Year: Tyler Ingle puts together stellar season for Eagles
Tyler Ingle was as clutch as they come for the Sumiton Christian Eagles this baseball season. Batting …
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Diekemper, Lambert join JHS volleyball staff
Kryssi Diekemper and Emily Lambert have starred on the volleyball court at the high …
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Oakman's Williams named Eagle Elite Coach of Year
OAKMAN — Paten Williams came full circle this softball season.The one-time standout Oakman High …
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Fabulous freshman: Madison shines for Curry
Curry’s softball team already had a loaded lineup when Jenna Madison joined the squad this …
Bevill State names Chris Harris head softball coach
SUMITON – Bevill State Community College (BSCC) is excited to announce the appointment of Chris Harris as the new Head Coach of the Women’s Softball Team. Harris has an overall record …
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Big 12's Texas, Oklahoma make request to join powerhouse SEC
Texas and Oklahoma submitted a request Tuesday to join the Southeastern Conference, with SEC Commissioner …
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With eye on SEC, Oklahoma, Texas move toward leaving Big 12
Oklahoma and Texas took the first formal step Monday toward moving to the Southeastern Conference, …
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SEC takeover: Expansion would just mean more power, wealth
Barring a dramatic change of direction, Texas and Oklahoma are moving toward taking the Red River Rivalry …
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COLUMN - Bryant & Saban: Who is the GOAT?
I wasn't alive during the days of Paul “Bear” Bryant as the legendary coach died three years …
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Chasing Buckeyes: Who can dethrone Ohio State in Big Ten?
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — There aren't many revelations to be learned about Ohio State's recent …
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AP source: Big 12 leaders discuss how to keep Texas and OU
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Big 12 leaders held a call without Texas and Oklahoma on Thursday to discuss …
RICHMOND, Va. (AP) — Any worries about Jonathan Allen going into the final year of his contract without a long-term deal have evaporated on the eve of Washington training camp. Allen and the …
Media picks Alabama to beat Georgia for SEC championship
Alabama, Boston College set football matchups for 2031, 2034
Alabama, Saban agree to new 8-year deal through 2028 season
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — Devin Leary can only imagine what it's like being a high school recruit in the era of college athletes finally being able to profit from their fame. North Carolina …
Harsin brings culture change to Auburn
Bench, Nikhazy help Ole Miss beat Auburn 7-4 in SEC tourney
Ex-LSU starting quarterback TJ Finley transferring to Auburn
Auburn University to shorten suspension for its fishing team
Number of NFL players in vaccination process up to 80%
The number of NFL players in the COVID-19 vaccination process has reached 80%, with nine teams having 90% or more of their players in that category. Dr. Allen Sills, the league's medical director, …
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Peyton Manning teams up with brother, ESPN for MNF MegaCast
ESPN has finally landed Peyton Manning as a "Monday Night Football" commentator. It's just not in a way …
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Pentagon chief allows Naval Academy grad to pursue NFL job
WASHINGTON (AP) — Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said Tuesday that the U.S. military will allow …
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Cowboys to make their 3rd appearance on HBO's 'Hard Knocks'
The Dallas Cowboys will be featured for the third time in the 20th anniversary season of "Hard Knocks." …
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Tagovailoa has 5 INTS, Dolphins open minicamp without Howard
DAVIE, Fla. (AP) — Tua Tagovailoa threw five interceptions in practice on Tuesday. Worse, all …
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Belichick not expecting Gilmore to attend minicamp this week
FOXBOROUGH, Mass. (AP) — Patriots coach Bill Belichick says he doesn't expect cornerback …
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New nickname in hand, Pats rookie Mac Jones finding his footing
FOXBOROUGH, Mass. (AP) — Mac Jones has his new nickname. He also is slowly getting more …
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) — A Minor League Baseball team in the American South temporarily changed its name and its jerseys to celebrate the Korean community in its hometown. For Friday night …
Padres-Nats game suspended after shooting outside DC stadium
White Sox, RHP Lance Lynn agree to $38M deal for 2022, '23
Review: 'Cheated' details an shameful chapter in baseball
Cade Cunningham arrived at Oklahoma State as the expected No. 1 overall NBA draft pick and did nothing to change that in one season as the Cowboys' floor leader. He's the headliner in this draft …
Bucks edge Suns 123-119 to take 3-2 lead in NBA Finals
Paul carries Suns past Giannis, Bucks in NBA Finals opener
ESPN takes Nichols off NBA Finals duty after leaked comments
Column: Earnhardt blossoms into multimedia personality
CONCORD, N.C. (AP) — There's a pointed episode in Dale Earnhardt Jr.'s television show that encapsulates his remarkable transformation from a bashful, third-generation racer into a multimedia …
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NASCAR's Elliott still chasing 1st win of season in Texas
AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — NASCAR is set to race the Circuit of the Americas for the first time and all …
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Jimmie Johnson to make Indy 500 debut - for NBC Sports
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Jimmie Johnson will make his first Indianapolis 500 start this year after all …
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Keselowski claims 6th win at Talladega with overtime pass
TALLADEGA, Ala. (AP) — Brad Keselowski did it exactly right this time and finally got that last-lap …
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Phelps: NASCAR not considering requiring COVID vaccinations
TALLADEGA, Ala. (AP) — NASCAR is not considering mandating its competitors be vaccinated …
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ARCA's Lancaster taken to hospital after crash at Talladega
TALLADEGA, Ala. (AP) — ARCA driver Derrick Lancaster was placed on a ventilator at an area …
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Jeb Burton wins first Xfinity Series race at Talladega
TALLADEGA, Ala. (AP) — The rain came at a good time for Jeb Burton, helping him end a …