The 28-year-old Douglas, the first Black woman to win the Olympic all-around title, had been attempting a comeback after an eight-year layoff. FORT WORTH, Texas — Gabby Douglas’ long shot bid to make the U.S. women’s gymnastics team for the Paris Olympics is over. The 2012 Olympic all-around champion withdrew from the USA Gymnastics Championships … Read more
The all-day celebration will include live music, fireworks, games, food trucks and more. AUSTIN, Texas — It’s almost time, Longhorn fans! The University of Texas at Austin is just about a month away from leaving the Big 12 behind and joining the Southeastern Conference (SEC). To celebrate, UT and Texas Athletics have planned a free, all-day … Read more
Rookie outfielder Wyatt Langford was also activated by the Rangers. The Texas Rangers activated Nathan Eovaldi from the 15-day injured list to start their World Series rematch against the Arizona Diamondbacks on Tuesday night, rather than have the right-hander pitch in a rehab game. Eovaldi, an All-Star last season in his Rangers debut, had been … Read more
Thompson was 12 when she qualified for the 2007 U.S. Women’s Open at Pine Needles, at the time the youngest ever to qualify. LANCASTER, Pa. — Lexi Thompson is retiring this year from full-time competition, ending a career filled with a powerful game, an appeal to young fans and plenty of star-crossed moments in the … Read more
“I’m thrilled on the opening of Roca & Martillo in collaboration with the San Antonio Spurs,” said Chef Jason Dady. SAN ANTONIO — There will be more reasons for Silver and Black fans to head out to The Rock at La Cantera besides San Antonio Spurs watch party events. The Rock at La Cantera announced … Read more
Negro Leagues records for more than 2,300 players were incorporated into MLB records after a three-year research project. NEW YORK — Josh Gibson became Major League Baseball’s career leader with a .372 batting average, surpassing Ty Cobb’s .367, when Negro Leagues records for more than 2,300 players were incorporated Tuesday after a three-year research project. … Read more
“… In many cases, those ducts are pointed right at your face. If you are susceptible to allergies, it’s putting it right in your nose,” a local auto mechanic said. AUGUSTA, Maine — As warmer days arrive, many of us are already turning on the air conditioner in our cars and trucks. But if you … Read more