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Elite sprinter, state distance champ share Livingston County boys track and field top honor
When selecting Livingston County’s top boys track and field athlete in 2024, how do you choose between one runner who set three county sprint records and another who won a state championship while establishing himself as an all-time great? The answer: You don’t. ...
Rediscovering Flint’s Gem: Atwood Stadium
Nestled in the heart of Flint, Michigan, amidst the ebb and flow of urban life, lies a gem that echoes with the cheers of history and the promise of community spirit — Atwood Stadium. If you haven’t heard of it, it's a bit like Detroit Lions quarterback Jared Goff, quietly impressive yet vastly underrated.
Grant Fisher of Grand Blanc qualifies for Paris Olympics in 5,000 meters
FLINT – Grant Fisher will have an opportunity to win two gold medals in the Paris Summer Olympics. Fisher, the former Grand Blanc High School All-American, won the 5,000 meters Sunday in the U.S. Olympic Trials in Eugene, Ore., after previously winning the 10,000. If you purchase a product...
Howell's Hunter Gubeno, Pinckney's Tyler Ray swim in Colts' stadium at U.S. Olympic Trials
Hunter Gubeno of Howell and Tyler Ray of Pinckney have swam in big state and national meets throughout their careers, but nothing could prepare them for the atmosphere at the recent U.S. Olympic Team Trials. Yes, it’s the biggest meet for Americans short of the Olympics or world championships, so the Trials are the opportunity of a lifetime for many swimmers. ...
Meet the 2024 All-Livingston County boys track and field team
The All-Livingston County boys track and field team features some powerful 1-2 tandems. It could be long time before any team from the county has two sprinters like Hartland seniors Cameron Cheetam and Evan Bryan, both of whom broke 11 seconds in the 100-meter dash. A sub-11 time is exceedingly rare in this county. ...
Brighton hurdler Erin Dowd takes 'victory lap' at U.S. Olympic track and field trials
Erin Dowd’s track and field career ended on her terms. And it couldn’t have ended in a better venue for an American in her sport. The final race in a career that began 13 years ago at Scranton Middle School in Brighton took place in the U.S. Olympic Team Trials at iconic Hayward Field...
Samantha Sisk named Powers new volleyball head coach
FLINT, Mich. (WJRT) - Powers has found their next volleyball head coach as Samantha Sisk will be taking over the program. Last season, she was the JV volleyball coach. She didn't expect to be in this position a year ago, but couldn't pass up the opportunity to coach a talented group.
Letters to the Editor June 29, 2024
The Goodrich Martian Softball Boosters are excited to show that hard work and community support really pays off. The boosters have been on a mission to raise fundraising dollars to provide necessary upgrades to their home field. Their field hasn’t had major changes since the 1990s, but now have completed Goal 1, which is a brand new regulation height outfield fence donning banners of community supporters. With the generosity of local businesses, alumni, community members, and family supporters, they will soon be completing their next goal, replacing the sidelines and backstop fencing to playoff worthy standards.
Katie Levick’s 4-46 and Bess Heath’s 58 Drive Northern Diamonds’ Victory Over Central Sparks
Levick and Heath shine as Northern Diamonds defeat Central Sparks by four wickets in the Rachael Heyhoe-Flint Trophy match to secure their fifth win in the competition. Northern Diamonds scored 242 runs for 6 wickets, with Bess Heath making an unbeaten 58 and Emma Marlow contributing 55 runs. Central Sparks...
Drive, Chip and Putt local qualifier tees off busy 2024 junior season at White Lake Golf Club
WHITEHALL – The summer of 2024 is shaping up to be a very busy one for White Lake Golf Club and the White Lake Junior Golf Foundation. To view video, click here. The Drive, Chip and Putt local qualifier on Saturday, June 15, at White Lake Golf Club was a prominent event in that schedule.
Hartland diver Jack Losert joins Brighton's Luke Newcomb as All-American
Brighton senior Luke Newcomb already knew in March he made the All-America swim list, because he swam an automatic qualifying time in the state meet. Hartland senior Jack Losert had to wait out the process, which is different for divers than swimmers. ...
MCC Golf Ready for Next Level
Under sunny skies dotted with a few clouds not far from the Atlantic Ocean, an array of emotions began flooding over Kamryn Johnston on the morning of May 21. The 24-year-old Mott Community College freshman stepped to the first tee to commence round one of the National Junior College Athletic Association Division 1 Championships at Duran Country Club in Melbourne, FL.
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