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Knights fall in five-set match against Naches Valley
ROYAL CITY — The Royal Knights volleyball team (0-6) had a tough battle at home against Naches Valley Tuesday nigh…
Joe Staley 'overwhelmed' by tributes post retirement
When Joe Staley announced his retirement following a stellar 13-year career in San Francisco, he was taken aback by the tributes that poured in from former 49ers teammates, coaches and competitors.
NFL to hold 2021 draft in Cleveland from April 29-May 1
CLEVELAND (AP) — After a successful virtual, stay-at-home experience this year, the NFL plans to hold its draft outdoors in downtown Cleveland next year from April 29 to May 1.
Robert Herbin, ex-Saint-Etienne player and coach, dies at 81
SAINT-ETIENNE, France (AP) — Robert Herbin, a player and storied coach of Saint-Etienne during the French soccer club’s glory years in the 1960s and ’70s, has died. He was 81.
Marshall holds virtual spring fountain ceremony
HUNTINGTON, W.Va. (AP) — Marshall University has held a quiet ceremony to turn on a fountain dedicated to the victims of a deadly plane crash involving its football team 50 years ago.
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Giants to add 15 free agents, including 2 Ohio St. receivers
The New York Giants have agreed to contract terms with 15 players who were not taken in the NFC draft this weekend.
Titans lean on core from AFC title loss in new offseason
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — The Tennessee Titans know every season means starting over no matter how the previous one ended.
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San Diego State's Mitchell declares for NBA draft
SAN DIEGO (AP) — San Diego State junior forward Matt Mitchell has declared for the NBA draft while keeping open the option of returning to school.
Pandemic impacts prospects of non-elite basketball recruits
PHOENIX (AP) — Jake Murphy expected this summer to be his showcase for college coaches, a chance to catch an eye, hopefully earn a Division I basketball scholarship.
Giants claim player, waive six others in post-draft moves
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) — The New York Giants have claimed former Miami Dolphins safety Monte Hartage off waivers.
Jaguars agree to terms with 18 undrafted free agents
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. (AP) — The Jacksonville Jaguars have agreed to terms with 18 undrafted free agents, including running backs James Robinson and Tavien Feaster.
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West Virginia's Tshiebwe to return for sophomore season
MORGANTOWN, W.Va. (AP) — West Virginia forward Oscar Tshiebwe will return for his sophomore season after exploring his NBA options.