MESA, Ariz. — For the first time in more than nine months, Chicago Cubs pitching prospect Cade Horton faced batters. During live batting practice on the backfields of the Cubs’ complex Sunday morning, Horton had just two goals against the four hitters he faced: attack them and “get my groove back on.” “I feel like I accomplished that,” Horton said, “and so I’m happy with what … [Read more...] about Chicago Cubs prospect Cade Horton is back on mound, and Colin Rea is bringing versatility to the pitching staff
But there he was early Saturday evening, trying to reflect on a sixth straight loss for the Bulls, as well as his own present and future. “It was kind of like, ‘OK, what happens with me?’ “ Vucevic said. “The front office picked a direction, and now at this point of the season we have what we have. I was a little out of my rhythm, but I feel like I’ve found a few things the … [Read more...] about
Bulls Notes: White, Ball, Vucevic
With Zach LaVine and DeMar DeRozan both now in Sacramento, Bulls guard Coby White has become the fulcrum of Chicago’s offensive attack, writes Julia Poe of The Chicago Tribune. Poe wonders if he’s ready for that spotlight. “This is the growth that he’s got to do if he wants to become the kind of player I know he wants to be,” head coach Billy Donovan said. “He’s getting a full … [Read more...] about Bulls Notes: White, Ball, Vucevic
United States women’s national soccer team beats Australia 2-1 in SheBelieves Cup
GLENDALE, Ariz. — Lynn Biyendolo scored 42 seconds into the match and the United States beat Australia 2-1 on Sunday in the SheBelieves Cup. Michelle Cooper scored her first international goal in her second appearance for the U.S., which improved to 2-0 in the four-team round-robin tournament. Biyendolo’s goal was the fastest by a U.S. player since Ashley Hatch scored 24 … [Read more...] about United States women’s national soccer team beats Australia 2-1 in SheBelieves Cup
On vault with little fault, Ava Sullivan becomes first state champ in Oswego co-op program history. ‘My goodness.’
Oswego co-op senior gymnast Ava Sullivan stuck the landing on her layout Yurchenko vault and raised an arm in triumph before turning and hugging coach Michael Borge. Sullivan knew she had just done something great, even though she didn’t realize exactly how great or how unique it was. “My dad always tells me when I do any dismount just stick it like a lawn dart — like throw it … [Read more...] about On vault with little fault, Ava Sullivan becomes first state champ in Oswego co-op program history. ‘My goodness.’