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World Cup Viewer’s Guide: Messi seeks history with Argentina

DOHA, Qatar (AP) — Lionel Messi returns to the World Cup for a fifth attempt at finally winning soccer’s biggest prize.

22-23 Winter Preview: East Clinton swimming

Any athletic program takes time to build a winner, even those programs established many years ago.

Chubb’s TD in OT gives Brissett, Browns 23-17 win over Bucs

CLEVELAND (AP) — Jacoby Brissett wasn’t seeking sympathy and he didn’t want any ceremonial sendoff.

Ohio State is 5 in second-to-last CFP rankings behind USC

Ohio State was No. 5 on Tuesday night in the second-to-last College Football Playoff rankings, positioned to possibly take advantage if one of the top four slips up on championship weekend.

CFP deja vu: TCU in third, Ohio State lurking and lobbying

FORT WORTH, Texas (AP) — TCU has been in this position before, third in the College Football Playoff rankings going into its last game before the final four teams are set.

GBK Final: Carroll 40, Wilmington 37 (UPDATE: Story, boxscore added)

DAYTON — The Wilmington High School girl basketball team lost a close one to Dayton Carroll 40-37 Monday in a non-league contest.

WHS girls win IronClad baker bowling tournament

HILLSBORO — The Wilmington High School girls bowling team won the second annual IronClad baker bowling invitational Saturday at Highland Lanes.

Astros burst ahead, beat Phillies 5-2, tie World Series 1-1

HOUSTON (AP) — Framber Valdez swapped his glove and his spikes midgame. He repeatedly rubbed his hands.

Noszka must wait on cupcakes until after state cross country

When she’s not involved in sports as a competitor or fan, Taylor Noszka likes to be in the kitchen.

Analysis: Bet the under; NFL pendulum has swung to defense

Bet the under when it comes to point totals in the NFL these days.