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Orb wins 139th Kentucky Derby

Posted on May 4, 2013 by susan

It was a sloppy track at the 139th running of the Kentucky Derby.  A lot of rain and a muddy track made for not the best conditions.  Non the less, a great race.  Orb, co-favorite, takes the Derby.  It was … Continue reading →

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Memphis and OKC advance

Posted on May 4, 2013 by admin

Late night NBA action saw the OKC Thunder take out Houston, 103-94 to win that series 4-2 and advance.  They were led by Kevin Durant with 27 points, 8 rebounds, and 6 assists.  James Harden had similar numbers for Houston, … Continue reading →

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Knicks and Pacers advance and will play on Sunday

Posted on May 3, 2013 by susan

The Indiana Pacers defeated the Atlanta Hawks in Atlanta, 81 – 73 and take the series, 4 -2.  Pacers advance and the Hawks stay home.  Disappointing effort by the Hawks.  Really expected them to at least win this game at … Continue reading →

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Congrats to LeBron, MVP for 4th time?

Posted on May 3, 2013 by admin

Rumor has it LeBron James will be named NBA MVP for the fourth time.  WOW!  He will become only the second player in history to receive that honor, MVP four times in five seasons.  The other…non other than Bill Russell.  … Continue reading →

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No sunshine at Quail Hollow, but Mickelson shines bright

Posted on May 3, 2013 by admin

The promise of 72 degrees and sunshine did not materialize today at Quail Hollow in Charlotte, NC for the Wells Fargo Golf Tournament.  What is going on with this May weather in the south?  Anyhow, Phil Mickelson was shinning brightly, … Continue reading →

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No sunshine at Quail Hollow, but Mickelson shines bright

Posted on May 3, 2013 by susan

The promise of 72 degrees and sunshine did not materialize today at Quail Hollow in Charlotte, NC for the Wells Fargo Golf Tournament.  What is going on with this May weather in the south?  Anyhow, Phil Mickelson was shinning brightly, … Continue reading →

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Thurs. NBA results, Golden State advances, Bulls and Nets will go seven!

Posted on May 3, 2013 by admin

Thursday night NBA playoffs are completed and one team advances, one series will go to a deciding game seven.  The Golden State Warriors are into the next round, winning 92 – 88 over Denver to advance to round 2.  Glad … Continue reading →

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Atlanta Braves, way to go Justin Upton and Evan Gattis

Posted on May 2, 2013 by susan

Two Atlanta Braves were recognized for their excellence in the month of April.  Justin Upton was named NL player of the month.  Evan Gattis was named rookie of the month.  Way to go and well deserved! The Braves host the … Continue reading →

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NBA Wednesday, Pacers over Hawks, Houston outlasts OKC

Posted on May 2, 2013 by susan

Wednesday night playoff action in the NBA, fairly mild on the “drama meter”.  No real accusations of “dirty play” or near fights, but some interesting results non the less.  The Pacers soundly defeated the Atlanta Hawks in Indiana, 106 – … Continue reading →

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Tuesday night NBA wrap-up..Dirty Play? WWKD?

Posted on May 1, 2013 by admin

Tuesday night NBA games resulted in some interesting results, along with some accusations of “dirty play”  So, first the uncontroversial.  Memphis defeated the LA Clippers (that other team in LA), 103 – 93 to even the series at 2-2.  Chris … Continue reading →

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