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Minnechaug wins fifth straight Western Mass. swimming title
Boys swimming: The Falcons finished first with 399 points. Wiktor Karpinski won the 200 freestyle event and led Minnechaug to its fifth straight Western Mass. swiming title. - (Republican photo by...
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Western Mass. Tee Party announces Francis Kringle as 2012 honoree
The head golf professional at The Blandford Club will be honored on May 3 at Tekoa Country Club in Westfield. Francis Kringle of West Springfield has quietly gone about his business for more than 40...
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What has happened to Tiger on Sunday afternoons?
The 14-time major championship winner is on longer a dominating force during final rounds. tThe Associated PressTiger Woods, who once owned Sunday afternoons at golf tournaments, had his latest...
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Phil Mickelson rallies with 64 to win, while Tiger falters at Pebble Beach
Mickelson won by two strokes, while Woods (75) finished nine strokes off the pace. The Associated PressPhil Mickelson reacts during his final-round 64 and two stroke victory at Pebble Beach Sunday...
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Armor trounce Mad Ants 118-87
Springfield set a franchise record with its fifth straight win as it prepares for a two-game home set with East-leading Iowa. Dave Roback | The RepublicanJeff Foote set the tone early for the Armor...
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How good can linebacker Rob Ninkovich become?
Ninkovich emerged as one of the Patriots' best playmakers on defense this year. In our 'What's Next?' series, we explore his potential. Associated PressNew England linebacker Rob Ninkovich recovers a...
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Local high school athletes headed to play sports in college? We want to hear...
The Republican wants parents, coaches and athletic directors to contact the sports department if a high school student-athlete is planning to play sports in college. The Republican was there when...
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University of Connecticut to introduce Warde Manuel as new athletic director
The former AD at University of Buffalo replaces Jeff Hathaway, who retired in August. The Associated PressThe University of Connecticut, with its men's basketball team celebrating its national...
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Former Patriots receiver Randy Moss is coming out of retirement
Moss said that he was forced out of the game prematurely due to off-field issues. Will the Patriots have interest. Randy Moss speaks to fans on UStream Monday morning. Former New England Patriots wide...
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David Ortiz, Boston Red Sox agree on one-year, $14.575M deal, says report
The deal is at the midpoint of what Ortiz requested ($16.5M) and the Red Sox offered ($12.65). APAccording to ESPN's Buster Olney, the Boston Red Sox have come to terms with designated hitter David...
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Red Sox deal with David Ortiz leaves one unanswered question
Ortiz was about to be compared to players who were unlike him. Associated Press file photoBoston Red Sox's David Ortiz signed for $14.575 million Monday, a one-year deal that avoids what would have...
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West Springfield's Kevin McGurk to receive ECAC officiating honor
McGurk officiated over 200 college football games in addition to a distinguished career as a baseball umpire and basketball official. SubmittedKevin McGurk, left, makes a call as his son Andrew looks...
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Hockey division named for a man Berry good to Springfield sports
Local high school hockey teams skate in a league named after Bob Berry, a city and Springfield College athletic hall of famer. Michael Beswick | The RepublicanWestfield and West Springfield squared...
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Izod IndyCar Series drivers pleased with progression of new cars
Three-time defending series champ Dario Franchitti says there are still bugs to work out before next month’s season opener at St. Petersburg. The Associated Press2011 IndyCar champion Dario Franchitti...
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Boston Bruins recall forward Josh Hennessy from Providence
This is the first-career recall for Hennessy in the Boston organization. View full sizeThe Boston Bruins recalled forward Josh Hennessy from Providence. The Boston Bruins announced they've recalled...
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No. 2 Connecticut women rout Oklahoma 73-55
The Huskies (24-2) never trailed on their way to moving to 10-0 all-time in the series. Sue Ogrocki | Associated PressConnecticut guard Tiffany Hayes (3) goes up for a shot in front of Oklahoma guard...
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Randy Moss has a 'chip' on his shoulder, thinks he can be in the same class...
Moss said he will be on a mission to atone for the way his career ended the first time. Associated Press file photoRandy Moss A 10-part series looking at what's to come for the New England Patriots...
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Westminster Dog Show 2012, 1st day of competition [photos]
Competition continues Tuesday night in the Sporting, Working and Terrier groups, and concludes when the seven group winners get together for Best in Show. If you're a dog, you want to be at the 136th...
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The New England Patriots' tight end duo of Rob Gronkowski and Aaron Hernandez...
Here's a scary thought for defensive coordinators: Gronkowski and Hernandez are just starting to realize their potential. APAaron Hernandez and Rob Gronkowski should only continue to get better in...
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New UConn AD Warde Manuel says academic issues surrounding men's basketball...
Warde Manuel, who had served as the University at Buffalo's athletic director since 2005, officially starts his new job March 19. Warde Manuel, right, smiles as sports information director Mike...
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