When it comes to leadership, junior Asa Johnson just may be a natural for Aurora Christian. That includes on the football field and the basketball court. In the fall, Johnson was thrust into the role as the starting quarterback when the former starter, also a junior, transferred. He didn’t miss a beat, leading the Eagles to a state playoff berth. A similar scenario played has … [Read more...] about Just like being quarterback in football, Aurora Christian’s Asa Johnson takes lead in basketball. ‘Had to work hard.’
Baseball
Eddie Fisher Passes Away
Former All-Star Eddie Fisher passed away on Monday at 88. His obituary was provided by an Oklahoma funeral home. Born in Shreveport, Louisiana, Fisher moved to Oklahoma as a child. He attended OU before signing with the Giants in 1958. A knuckleballer, Fisher reached the majors within a year of signing his pro contract. He pitched sparingly over three seasons with San … [Read more...] about Eddie Fisher Passes Away
Michigan agrees to a multiyear extension with men’s basketball coach Dusty May during successful debut season
ANN ARBOR, Mich. — Michigan has agreed to a multiyear contract extension for Dusty May, who this season became the first basketball coach in school history to win his first 13 home games. The school announced the move on Friday, two hours before tipping off against rival Michigan State. “His commitment to this university and the success of the men’s basketball program has far … [Read more...] about Michigan agrees to a multiyear extension with men’s basketball coach Dusty May during successful debut season
Former employee of Geneva dance studio pleads guilty to stealing $146,000 from business
A former employee of the Elise Flagg Academy of Dance in Geneva pleaded guilty on Friday to stealing around $146,000 from the dance studio, according to the Kane County State’s Attorney’s Office. For the count of felony theft she pleaded guilty to, Desiree Cortez, 47, of Geneva, was sentenced to four years of probation and ordered to pay back the money she stole from the studio … [Read more...] about Former employee of Geneva dance studio pleads guilty to stealing $146,000 from business
Cubs, Travis Jankowski Agree To Minor League Deal
8:52pm: It’s a minor league deal with a non-roster invite to big league camp, reports Jesse Rogers of ESPN. 5:25pm: The Cubs and outfielder Travis Jankowski have agreed to a deal, reports Ari Alexander of KPRC 2. The details of the deal for the Excel Sports Management client haven’t been publicly reported yet. If it’s a major league deal, the Cubs would have to open a 40-man … [Read more...] about Cubs, Travis Jankowski Agree To Minor League Deal