(Sports Spectrum) The Liberty University men’s basketball program continued its run of success this season with a third straight NCAA Tournament appearance. On Wednesday, the university made a commitment to keep head coach Ritchie McKay at the helm, rewarding him with a third contract extension in as many years. McKay agreed to a contract to coach the Flames through the … [Read more...] about Liberty Rewards Basketball Coach Ritchie McKay With Contract Extension: ‘This Place Is Pretty Special’
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Slain Doctor Killed by Former NFL Player Wrote of Faith, Life’s Fragility
By MEG KINNARD Associated Press COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) Robert Lesslie — the South Carolina physician and author who authorities say was killed, along with three family members and a repairman, by former NFL player Phillip Adams — frequently wrote of the fragility of life and a deep-seated Christian faith that guided him personally and professionally. “I know without a doubt … [Read more...] about Slain Doctor Killed by Former NFL Player Wrote of Faith, Life’s Fragility
Former NBA Star Shaquille O’Neal Pays Off Engagement Ring For Random Man at Jewelry Store
(USA Today) Buying an engagement ring for a future spouse can be stressful enough. But Hall of Famer Shaquille O'Neal made it a lot easier for one man. During a segment on NBA on TNT, in which O'Neal serves as an analyst, he spoke about how he paid off the price of an engagement ring for a man who was shopping at a jewelry store after a video of the moment went … [Read more...] about Former NBA Star Shaquille O’Neal Pays Off Engagement Ring For Random Man at Jewelry Store
With 100% Capacity Allowed, Rangers See Packed Stands For Home Opener At Globe Life Field
(CBS DFW) As many as 40,000 fans were inside Globe Life Field in Arlington Monday afternoon for the Texas Rangers’ home opener. The full capacity crowd is one of the first since the COVID-19 pandemic began more than a year ago. There was lots of energy and excitement at the ballpark for the team’s Opening Day, which was a much different sight than any of the 2020 regular … [Read more...] about With 100% Capacity Allowed, Rangers See Packed Stands For Home Opener At Globe Life Field
White Sox Rookie Yermín Mercedes Giving Thanks To God After Historic Start To Season
(Sports Spectrum) White Sox catcher Yermín Mercedes played 617 games and recorded 2,128 at-bats in the minor leagues before manager Tony La Russa put him on the major-league roster as a third option behind the plate this season. Mercedes had appeared in just one MLB game. It doesn’t appear he will be headed back to the minors any time soon. In his first start, Mercedes went … [Read more...] about White Sox Rookie Yermín Mercedes Giving Thanks To God After Historic Start To Season