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Yep. Maybe playing them twice before anyone else gives them tigers a leg up in the district race. Those Dogs' from up north have got to be hungry now. GOOD LUCK 21-3A. I would not want to meet up with anyone in this district. You talk about playoff experience from just playing the regular season. GO Tigers!!! 8)

NEW: Gillispie balks at A&M deal COLLEGE STATION — At the end of another bizarre day in Texas A&M's quest to lock down basketball coach Billy Gillispie, school officials delayed an announcement of a new contract agreement after receiving indications from Gillispie that he wants to keep open his options for the most tantalizing of current job openings — Kentucky. According to sources close to the situation, Gillispie late in the day balked at verbally agreeing to a new contract placed before the A&M board of regents for approval on Thursday. Under the new contract, Gillispie's base salary would jump from $1.25 million to around $1.6 million per year. The school had hoped to announce the new deal Thursday afternoon and put to rest nearly a week of speculation about Gillispie's intentions to stay at A&M. The day's maneuverings kept the uncertainty alive for A&M fans, but brought a week of drama at Arkansas to an end. According to reports, the Razorbacks elected to drop pursuit of Gillispie after being informed by athletic director Bill Byrne around noon on Thursday that Gillispie, who is in Atlanta for the Final Four, was accepting the new contract offer at A&M and was staying put. Curiously, according to reports, Byrne contacted Arkansas athletic director Frank Broyles around 10 a.m. on Thursday to grant his permission for the Razorbacks to talk to Gillispie. Following the A&M regents meeting, A&M officials prepared a statement to acknowledge the new contract and announce Gillispie's acceptance of the deal. Around 7 p.m., the announcement plans were scrapped. [Hidden Content]

I wonder if they would talk about their mother or sister that way?

Loveofthegame, Please before you say stupid things check the facts, while it means absolutly nothing to me LSU-E plays a very good schedule that already includes a sweep of Galveston, and Laredo. They played and beat Wharton, and Bossier City last year. The head Coach at LSU-E has averaged 8 players a year signing with top D-1's. I understand the debate and everyone pulls for there own guy but with another great statement from Dayton That the catcher did not sign because Mcneese St. did not give him a full scholarship...........No such thing @ a D1 unless you are a LH Pitcher that throws 92+ and he will probably only get 80%. Jake Rowell has done it for 3 years in a row, Jackson and Carnahan need to stay healthy like Jake for 3 years and then we can talk. Catcher is a tough position and from what I understand Jake has played some 3B as well as 1B.

It seems that the biggest school in the district can only talk smack about the smallest school in the district. I thought the difference in the game this year was not talent but better coaching from Buna's coaching staff. They knew what we were going to do before we did it. Like I have said before the best teams in this district are Deweyville,Buna & East Chambers. JMO

Annual street festival kicks off Astros' opening day activities The Astros today announced plans for Opening Day 2007 to be held on Monday at Minute Maid Park. The Astros begin the 2007 season against the Pittsburgh Pirates at 6:05 p.m., and Astros Opening Day is sold out for the eighth consecutive season. Minute Maid Park gates will open at 3:00 p.m., with pregame ceremonies beginning at 5:30 p.m. The following is an overview of the day: Day: Monday, April 2, 2007 Game Time: 6:05 p.m. Opponent: Pittsburgh Pirates Location: Minute Maid Park Tickets: SOLD OUT 11:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Opening Day Street Festival 12:30 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. Pep Rally at Street Festival 12:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. Opening Day Blood Drive 3:00 p.m. Gates Open to Minute Maid Park 5:30 p.m. Pregame ceremonies begin 6:05 p.m. Astros vs. Pirates PREGAME CEREMONIES The Astros' opening-day ceremonies will feature the presentation of the colors by the Houston Fire Department Honor Guard. The first pitch will celebrate a "Salute to Houston's Good Guys," with the U.S. Army Golden Knights parachuting into Minute Maid Park. Other pregame activities include a flyover by the 147th Fighter Wing of the Air National Guard and a presentation of an oversized American flag held and displayed by members of the 2006 5A State Champion baseball team from The Woodlands High School. In addition, the first 30,000 fans will receive a Rally Towel, courtesy of Gallery Furniture. THE NATIONAL ANTHEM The national anthem for Astros opening day will be performed by Beaumont native and country music star Clay Walker. Walker first topped the Billboard country singles chart in 1993 with What's It to You and followed with his second consecutive No. 1 hit, Live Until I Die. Since then he's placed 31 titles on Billboard's singles chart in addition to four platinum-selling albums and two gold albums. Walker recently performed at the Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo on March 3.. His new album titled Fall is scheduled to be released on April 17. Walker will also sing God Bless America during Monday's seventh-inning stretch. ASTROS OPENING DAY STREET FESTIVAL Festivities surrounding Astros Opening Day 2007 begin with the Astros Sixth Annual Opening Day Street Festival at Halliburton Plaza adjacent to Union Station on Crawford Street. The Opening Day Street Festival, hosted by Clear Channel, will run from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and is free to the public. One of the highlights of the Opening Day Street Festival will be a lunchtime Astros pep rally from 12:30 to 1:00 p.m., with Astros Chairman and CEO Drayton McLane, Hall of Fame Broadcaster Milo Hamilton, Astros Broadcasters Brett Dolan and Dave Raymond, Astros pitchers Woody Williams and Jason Jennings, outfielder Carlos Lee and infielder Mark Loretta. The Astros will be joined by News Radio 740 KTRH's Ted Deluca. The festival will also feature live music by Rapture and The Shillingtons, live broadcasts from 93.7 The Arrow and 94.5 The Buzz, and food, drinks, interactive games, and prizes. Astros mascot Junction Jack will be on hand to entertain the crowd. All eight of the Houston-area Clear Channel stations will be represented at the Astros Opening Day Street Festival including the Astros flagship station - News Radio 740 KTRH. Also in attendace will be Mega 101 FM Latino and Proud, 94.5 The Buzz Houston's New Rock, Classic Rock 93.7 The Arrow, The New Mix 96.5, Sunny 99.1, Talk Radio 950 KPRC, and KBME The Sports Animal. The Astros Opening Day Street Festival is also sponsored by the following Clear Channel partners: Broadview Wireless, Bubbles, Double Dave's, FunJet, Home Loan Store, Hygea Laser Therapy, Infinity Insurance, James Coney Island, Kolache Factory, McDonalds, Meals on Wheels, Nestle Tollhouse Café, People's Trust Federal Credit Union, Picazo Restaurant Bar & Grill, Tara Energy, TX Dot, Washington Mutual and Wings N' More. OPENING DAY BLOOD DRIVE The Astros in Action Foundation, in conjunction with Gulf Coast Regional Blood Center and ARAMARK, is hosting the annual Opening Day Blood Drive at Minute Maid Park. The blood drive will run from 12:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., Monday in the Union Station Conference Center on the third floor of Union Station. The blood drive is open to all fans, and attendance at the Opening Day game is not required to participate. Donors will receive an Astros T-shirt and a ticket coupon good for up to eight half-price tickets in selected sections for the Astros versus Florida Marlins series (April 16-17). The Gulf Coast Regional Blood Center provides blood and blood components to patients in over 220 healthcare institutions in a 25-county service area. Donors must be at least 17 years of age, weigh a minimum of 110 pounds, and be in good general health. The donation process takes less than an hour, and one donation can save as many as three lives. For more information about the Astros Blood Drives, Neighborhood Donor Centers, or the blood donation process call Gulf Coast Regional Blood Center at (713) 790-1200 or 1 (888) GV-BLOOD (482-5663) or logon to [Hidden Content]. ENTERING MINUTE MAID PARK The Astros encourage fans to arrive early for Opening Day 2007 and be prepared to open bags for security inspection upon entry into the ballpark. Bags larger than 16"x16"x8" are prohibited. Fans will be required to return such items to their vehicle. Coolers are prohibited, and food and beverages may not be brought into the ballpark.

HAHAHAHAHAHAHA. Funny but true. Why elese would she want to be an umpire. She cut her hair and has to talk deep when she makes a call. Wonder how much this hoss benches? ;D ;D

Biggio one and done to end his great career? Biggio will reveal plans when 'time is right' Astros second baseman Craig Biggio has figured out how he wants his career to end. He just isn't telling anyone yet. "I know exactly what I want to do in my mind," Biggio said. "I'm just hoping it works out that way." The first step for Biggio would be to get the 70 hits he needs for 3,000. His next step might be to announce his retirement, effective at the end of the season. Biggio, 41, hinted at such a plan Tuesday in an interview with FOXSports.com. "When the time is right, I'm going to let everybody know," he says. "I think it's fair to the fans to let them know. I think they should know." He then mentioned former teammate Jeff Bagwell's final appearance in a Grapefruit League game last March. "If a lot of fans knew that was going to be Baggy's last game, they would have filled the stadium," Biggio said. "People would have come out in appreciation of how he played the game over the years. "He just wasn't able to get back from an injury. In general, I'm going to be honest with the fans." By doing so, Biggio would give himself the opportunity to take a victory lap around the National League and allow Astros fans to celebrate the end of a 20-year, likely Hall of Fame career. Cal Ripken took a similar approach with the Orioles in 2001, announcing on June 19 that he intended to retire at the end of the season. Biggio makes no secret of his desire to spend more time with his wife, Patty, and three children — Conor, 14, Cavan, 11, and Quinn, 7. "I love the game. I love my family. And I miss my family," Biggio says. "They've paid a big sacrifice. "As an older player, with your kids getting ready to go to high school, it gets harder and harder each year, especially coming down here (to spring training)." Biggio's agent, Barry Axelrod, says that Biggio has been saying such things for the past four or five years. "As his boys get closer to his high-school years, I think he's dying to be around them more," Axelrod says. "This is the last year of his contract. I guess if he hits .325, maybe they'll talk to us about one more. I can't predict anything. But I would think it's winding down." It has been a pleasure to watch this guy compete day in and day out for almost 20 years. Talk about a true gamer. HOF'er in my book

Geez people! SHUT UP AND PLAY. If anyone posting is hitting 1.000, then talk all you want to. Get off the computer, do some homework, or go practice hitting and throwing so you can let your actions do the talking!

It’s uncalled for in high school sports in my opinion. As a player that played on both levels I have just found it funny when little kids talk trash from behind a fence. But I know it is going to happen at the college level and by grown adults not just kids. Plus I 'm sure some of the things they said had nothing to do with the game (mainly because HJ was never even close), but were straight derogatory remarks towards Dishon. Which is also going to happen in college, but it just gets under my skin when somebody gets on here and brags about it.

I really find it funny when somebody is going to talk trash to an athlete like Dishon. When he is faster then anybody you have in your program, a better football player then anybody you have, a better baseball player then anybody you have, has a higher GPA ( I believe he is ranked highest male in his class), and honestly it would be funny to see any of you say any remarks to him to his face. No matter what you have on BC in basketball you will not have a player sign to a school from any sport that is comparable to LSU. So please show respect to him or any other player that is playing the actual sport. Because by them being on the field they are doing their best in actually competing in a sport, compared to sitting on their butt and drinking. And thanks for all of the details about the kids drinking because I have a friend who is an officer of Hardin County and he will be present at the next home game.

#3 jags you need to stop talking all that trash man you talk so much but then you make an excuse every time yall lose just face the fact and yall better get ready to play friday against PNG because how they played last night against Vidor i bet you they are working extremly hard

Oh i am sorry, I am the only one on here who talks .where are you at when they talk about vidor??

OH I am not worried, I was just saying I am sure Dewey pitched some last night..thats all..Isnt this a forum where you talk about things?

Way to whip the cougars. I hope this will end the lowlife trash talk.

I have played in all the before mentioned fields and PA Memeorial's is the deepest...unless you talk about WOS old field It's about 425 with a tree in the field of play!!!!

HAHA...this is y parents should stay outta it....ive had situations where parents from the losing side talk crap about me behind my back....but loud enough to hear.....and a minute later a different parent of the same team comes up shakes my hand and tells me i called a good game.....i cant stand the ones that talk behind my back, they should say it to my face! and just a reminder to the parents.......ITS NOT THE WORLD SERIES, ITS LITTLE LEAGUE BASEBALL!

I teach Hunters education in Dayton feel free to ask any questions, if you are interested I would be glad to talk about it. March 26, 2007 Hunter Education Instructors Needed AUSTIN, Texas — Hunters 21 and older who find themselves wanting to give back to the activity they love and enjoy should contact the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department and become certified as a hunter education instructor. “The department needs men and women to share their love for hunting and the great outdoors by volunteering as an instructor,†said Terry Erwin, hunter education program coordinator. “The Hunter Education Program's goals are to reduce hunting related accidents and violations; promote safe, responsible, knowledgeable and involved hunting practices and enhance conservation efforts, hunting traditions and values. Current instructors include game wardens, volunteers and professional educators, but we need your volunteer help to carry on this valuable tradition.†Prospective instructors must graduate from a state-certified hunter education student course in addition to taking TPWD’s four-hour online training and then attend an 8-hour instructor training workshop and written examination. Other steps include an oral interview by a TPWD game warden. A criminal background check will be conducted and those failing to meet certain standards may be denied certification. Application forms and a schedule of upcoming instructor certification workshops are available by contacting Erwin at (800) 792-1112 ext. 4999 or visit the TPWD web site at www.tpwd.state.tx.us/learning/hunter_education/instruct.phtml

Bettman worried about player safety and injury TORONTO -- NHL commissioner Gary Bettman says fighting is part of hockey and believes some people have been "running off a little too fast on this topic." "My view on fighting hasn't changed," Bettman told The Canadian Press on Monday. "We've never taken active steps or considered eliminating fighting from the game. "I've always taken the view that it's a part of the game and it rises and lowers based on what the game dictates." While Bettman seemed OK with the game's current stand on fighting, he's concerned about the larger safety issues. "The discussion that we've been having is about player safety and injuries," said Bettman. "We've had a number of injuries resulting from fighting recently. "The question is whether or not that's an aberration or whether or not it's something we need to be concerned about." He's not convinced anything needs to change. "I think it's premature for anybody to reach any conclusions," Bettman said. "I think the first [thing] is for us to decide whether or not it's an issue, whether or not there needs to be an adjustment. Because there may not be. "I think people are running off a little too fast on this topic. I know it's an emotional one for a lot of people and it gets a lot of attention, but to have a discussion about whether or not this is an issue is a long way from saying, `Here are the 10 things we need to do."' The recent debate started with Philadelphia Flyers tough guy Todd Fedoruk being taken off the ice on a stretcher last Wednesday night after a fight with the New York Rangers' Colton Orr. The following day, league disciplinarian Colin Campbell said it was time to look at fighting in the game. "I think it's time to ask the question," Campbell said. That simple comment immediately sent shock waves through the hockey world, with players, coaches and general managers weighing in on the issue. Bettman offered his opinion Monday. He expressed concern over the increasing size of players, citing the example of players who have led the league in fighting majors. Garry Howatt held that distinction 30 years ago and was 5-foot-9, 175 pounds. Twenty years ago, it was Chris Nilan of the Montreal Canadiens, who was 6-foot and weighed about 200 pounds. Ottawa Senators tough guy Brian McGrattan had the most majors last season. He's 6-foot-5, 250 pounds. "Players have gotten bigger," Bettman said. "As a result, we at least have to take a look to see what is the consequence of that on player safety." Suggestions about ways to increase safety have been wide ranging. While some have called for fighting to be eliminated completely, Fedoruk said he'd like to see tough guys wear protective gloves like mixed martial arts fighters. Don Cherry, the host of "Coach's Corner" on "Hockey Night in Canada," doesn't believe fighting will ever be banned. "Gary Bettman and I are great friends," he said. "And we both know that fighting has always been part of the game." Bettman thinks all relevant parties should be included in the discussion of whether fighting seriously jeopardizes the health of players. "The PA [players' association] obviously is going to have to be involved," he said. "This is something that's going to have to be discussed with the managers, with the competition committee ... and ultimately the board of governors." The popularity of fighting is not something that influences Bettman's opinion on its place in the sport. In fact, the commissioner doesn't think fighting has helped sell the game in nontraditional U.S. hockey markets. "I've never looked at it that way," Bettman said. "I think fighting has always reached whatever level is appropriate in the game and has been a part of the game. And I don't have a problem with that." The only thing he's concerned about is the players who make the game what it is. If fighting is a threat to their safety, that's the only reason he wants to talk about it. "Nobody wants to see our players injured on a regular basis," Bettman said. "That's the concern." Copyright 2007 by The Associated Press

PLAYER OF THE WEEK --- ANDY DEWEY OF THE DAYTON BRONCOS. WITH ALL THE PITCHING TALK IT IS EASY TO OVER LOOK WHAT MR. DEWEY DOES AT THE PLATE. HE DOES NOT HIT THE HOME RUNS THE OTHER WORTHY CANDIDATES HIT BUT THE LEAD OFF HITTER FOR THE BRONCOS MAKES IT INTERESTING ON THE BASE PATHS. LUMBERTON -- 3 FOR 5, 3 STEALS -- WAS STEALING HOME TO CAUSE THE BAULK IN BOTTOM OF 7. SCORE 3 RUNS OZEN -- 1 FOR 3, 2 STEALS -- SCORE 2 RUNS VIDOR -- 1 FOR 3 DOUBLE 2 RBI, 3 STEALS INCLUDING HOME IN THE FIRST, SCORE 3 RUNS LCM -- 1 FOR 2 TRIPLE, SCORE 2 RUNS IN THE FIRST INNING HE WAS HIT BY A PITCH -- STOLE SECOND, THIRD, AND HOME AGAIN. IN THE SEVENTH WITH THE TYING RUN IN SCORING POSITION HE WAS WALKED INT. MR. DEWEY WAS A BUSY YOUNG MAN THIS WEEK.

FOR PITCHER OF THE WEEK ANDY DEWEY OF THE DAYTON BRONCOS. HE SURE HAS BEEN THE TOPIC OF A LOT OF CONVERSATION LATELY. HE PITCHED 15 1/3 INNINGS --- 17 1/3 IF YOU COUNT THE LUMBERTON GAME SATURDAY. IN THOSE INNINGS HE HAD 27 STRIKEOUTS. GOING 2 WINS 1 LOSS AND 1 SAVE. I THINK WHAT HAS BEEN OVER LOOKED WITH ALL THE TALK ABOUT HOW OFTEN HE PITCHED IS HOW GOOD HE REALLY IS.

That's some pretty funny stuff guys.....but, man you talk about gettin' somebody riled up.

I have played in all the before mentioned fields and PA Memeorial's is the deepest...unless you talk about WOS old field It's about 425 with a tree in the field of play!!!!

Hemphill mourns loss of 3 teens killed in car wreck By RYAN MYERS , The Enterprise Pete Churton/The Enterprise Hemphill High School students comfort each other Monday at a memorial for three students who died in a car wreck on Friday. HEMPHILL - Black ribbon, letters to suddenly departed friends. Openly weeping, students embraced Monday at a makeshift memorial near the Hemphill High School band hall. Like these teenagers, Hemphill has opened its heart, sharing a tragic burden. Three young women, Sara Katlyn Click, a sophomore; Sarah Emmaline Adame, a junior; and Sarah Elizabeth Felts, a senior, died Friday in a car wreck near Nacogdoches. In a town of 1,100, each was a well-known figure in a social scene of fewer than 300 high school students. Since the painful news arrived, parents have opened their homes, hosting impromptu gatherings where Hemphill's teens shared stories and grieved together for their friends. Denise Taylor, whose daughter was best friends with Adame, said the community's response has been as powerful as the tragedy. "The way people have turned out, it's like one big family here," Taylor said by phone while her daughter met with friends. "We've lost three beautiful girls who were truly loved," she said. At the high school Monday, principal Marc Griffin said a memorial began over the weekend with students deciding of their own accord to affix letters on a chain link fence near the band hall. Felts played trumpet in the band and Click was a majorette. Amid candles, stuffed animals, paintings and about 100 letters, one page read, "... three little angels we have watched them grow, three little angels we're proud to know." Griffin, born in Hemphill and a graduate of the high school, said counselors were at the school Monday from surrounding towns and nearby universities. Students kept the counselors busy, but Griffin said his faculty was equally affected, as each young woman had a parent or grandparent who works for the Hemphill Independent School District. "It would be hard to talk to anyone in town that didn't know them. We're talking about three well-known, role-model girls," the principal said. Planning for Monday's classes began Saturday, interim Superintendent Glenn Pearson said in his office. "All my administrators and some teachers met Saturday and then I met with them Sunday to plan what to do," Pearson said. Administrators visited each girl's parents, seeking their opinions, then prepared a press release and planned what teachers would say in classrooms, Pearson said. "The community is hurting right now," the superintendent said. The teachers came in early for a meeting; we knew the students would be hurting." An eighth grade track meet Monday night went on as scheduled so students would have a place to meet and talk and avoid being alone, Pearson said. On his way to the track meet, senior Jared Powell said students set aside differences Monday. "The morning was pretty touchy, a lot of awkward silence," Powell said by phone. "But usually everyone hangs out in their own little groups of friends, but today everyone hung out together, helped each other." Sarah Felts was a senior planning for college, described in letters on the memorial as a leader and trustworthy friend. Powell said Sara Click was a family friend and a talented baton twirler who "had fun no matter what the circumstances were." Her principal said Sarah Adame was a talented writer, who with the other girls competed in University Interscholastic League academic competitions. Another Hemphill High School student, 17-year-old Tasha Leann Felts, Sarah Felts' cousin, survived the accident but remained hospitalized Monday. Pearson said Tasha Felts was in serious condition with multiple broken bones but was improving. With Sarah Felts driving, the four girls were on their way to Nacogdoches and Lufkin for shopping and a movie, Griffin said. In a second car in the crash were Tina Smith, 32; Mindy Smith, 8; John Smith, 4; Amber Pierce, 25; and Destiny Pierce, 2, all of San Augustine. Each was listed in serious or stable condition after the wreck, according to the Texas Department of Public Safety. Without much organization, most of Hemphill turned up at a park Saturday night, Taylor said. There were candles; mourners held hands and someone sang "Amazing Grace." The school band then marched in formation, without uniforms or instruments, to the high school. "These kids really love each other up here," Taylor said. "I grew up in a big city. It's not like that here." [email protected]

hey #3 yall are playing PNG friday at yalls place so when yall lose just admit it you wont have an excuse of saying how yall lost your just gunna have to face the fact that you need to stop the trash talk cause yall CAN NOT back it up