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Oh no, not again! Except this was worse - UMass hockey loses with two seconds...
In an incredible shocking ending for the second straight night, the Minutemen lost on a short-sided wrap around with two seconds remaining. AMHERST - If Friday night’s overtime loss had a sickening...
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Springfield Falcons fall early, can't recover in 6-1 loss to Norfolk Admirals
Norfolk scored on its first shot 37 seconds into the game. Michael BeswickSpringfield forward Matt Calvert is stopped by Norfolk goalie Dustin Tokarski during the Falcons' 6-1 loss Saturday at the...
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Bill Belichick and Tom Brady can cement their legacies with a win over the...
A once struggling coach and an unknown quarterback enter Sunday's Super Bowl on the brink of immortality. APNew England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady, left, talks with head coach Bill Belichick...
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WMass experts predict Patriots victory in Super Bowl XLVI
Check out our Super Bowl XLVI predictions AP Photo/David J. PhillipThe Vince Lombardi Trophy is seen during a news conference for Sunday's Super Bowl XLVI in Indianapolis. What would a Super Bowl be...
View ArticlePositive Coaching Alliance, Kidpower team-up to address child abuse in youth...
A webinar was held last week, and another will be held Thursday at 9 p.m. Whether it’s the scandals at Penn State, Syracuse University or AAU basketball, many people are disgusted by the recent child...
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Springfield native Ron Brace's family hopes for big New England Patriots...
The Brace family is especially proud of Ron for his fund-raising efforts after the June 1 tornado ravaged Springfield, according to his aunt and father. File photo by Mark M. Murray / The...
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Sports stand-out Travis Best supports Ron Brace in New England Patriots'...
The Brace and Best families are so close that they consider their friendship equal to a blood relationship. File photo by Mark M. Murray / The RepublicanTravis Best watches his drive off the 10th tee...
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Welcome to Lucas Oil Stadium for tonight's Super Bowl between the Patriots...
Live from Indianapolis, Patriots writer Nick Underhill sets the scene as Super Bowl XLVI nears. Update: Springfield native Ron Brace was made inactive prior to the game. Nick UnderhillLucas Oil...
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Kevin Garnett carries Celtics to fourth straight win
Boston broke open a close game in the fourth quarter with a 21-7 run to defeat Memphis 98-80. Michael Dwyer | Associated PressMemphis Grizzlies forward Sam Young, right, keeps the ball away from the...
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Bruins' Thomas makes D.C. return in 4-1 win over Capitals
Thomas shut out Washington until late in the third period as Boston snapped a two-game losing streak. Ann Heisenfelt | Associated PressBoston Bruins left wing Brad Marchand, left, celebrates after...
View ArticleRob Gronkowski appears to move fine during warmups
Gronkowski worked out a bit on the field prior to kickoff. INDIANAPOLIS -- New England Patriots tight end Rob Gronkowski worked out on the field prior to Super Bowl XLVI and appeared to be moving...
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Springfield Falcons rally to sink Norfolk Admirals, 4-2
Newcomers and veterans combined to give Springfield a Super Bowl Sunday victory. Staff photo by David MolnarSpringfield Falcon Matt Calvert's (37) shot on goal is blocked by Norfolk Admirals...
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Tom Brady's 96-yard drive gives Patriots 10-9 lead over Giants at halftime in...
Brady atoned for a brutal start. APNew England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady (12) passes against the New York Giants during the first half of the NFL Super Bowl XLVI football game, Sunday, Feb. 5,...
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Indianapolis embraces Eli Manning, Giants over Tom Brady, Patriots
Peyton Manning's little brother is popular in Indianapolis. Associated PressNew York Giants quarterback Eli Manning gives a thumbs-up during pregame warm-ups before the Super Bowl XLVI on Sunday....
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Jerry Smith of Springfield Armor named D-League's 'Performer of the Week'
Smith averaged 26.5 points in 2 victories last week. Republican file photo by David MolnarThe Springfield Armor's Jerry Smith slam dunks the ball over the Sioux Falls Skyforce's Trey Gilder last week....
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James Ihedigbo of Patriots: 'You can't point fingers at anybody'
The former UMass Minuteman from Amherst defended the team's receivers from criticism. Associated PressNew England Patriots defensive back James Ihedigbo responds to questions in the team's locker room...
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Chad Ochocinco pleads guilty to misdemeanor traffic violation in Ohio
New England Patriots wide receiver Chad Ochocinco has pleaded guilty to a misdemeanor charge in Cincinnati hours after playing in the Super Bowl. Chad Ochocinco By LISA CORNWELL Associated Press...
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Dr. Julia Chase-Brand: Smith College alumna and running pioneer
Long before she entered medical school, Chase ran right through the AAU's archaic stop signs and into women's-running lore. SubmittedDr. Julia Chase-Brand is recognized at the 2011 Manchester (Conn.)...
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Where do the Patriots go from here?
The Patriots have plenty of work to do over the offseason, but it shouldn't take much to get back to the Super Bowl. APNew England Patriots tight end Aaron Hernandez walks from the bus to the stadium...
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Super Bowl-champion Giants return home
Sans MVP Eli Manning and the Vince Lombardi Trophy, New York was back in New Jersey to the delight of thousands of waiting fans. Bill Kostroun | Associated PressNew York Giants head coach Tom Coughlin...
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