Friday, June 29, 2007


The Atlanta Braves continue their hot streak as they began a 10 game road trip on Friday night. The Braves again scored double digits, this time winning 12 to 3 against the Florida Marlins. The Braves scored two in the third, then scored four more in the fifth while batting around. That would be enough as Atlanta starting pitcher Chuck James held the Marlins to only one run on four hits in 6 2/3 innings.

Thursday, June 28, 2007

Hawks Land Horford

The Atlanta Hawks used their Number Three draft pick Thursday to choose Florida's Al Horford. The Hawks took point guard Acie Law of Texas A-and-M with their second first-round pick,at Number 11 overall. As expected, the Portland Trail Blazers chose Ohio State's Greg Oden over fellow freshman Kevin Durant with the number one overall pick in this years NBA Draft.With the 12th pick, the Philadelphia 76ers took Georgia Tech freshman forward Thaddeus Young. Another Georgia Tech freshman, point guard Javaris Crittenton,was selected by the Los Angeles Lakers with the 19th draft choice.

Wednesday, June 27, 2007

Braves Bust out Brooms and Bats


Chipper Jones drove in four runs to back a strong start from John Smoltz, helping the Atlanta Braves beat Washington 13-0 Wednesday night. The win completed a three game sweep by the Braves. Atlanta had a season-high 22 hits and scored in six of the first seven innings, snapping out of a dreadful five-game losing streak in which they scored just one run against Detroit and Boston. Smoltz (9-4) struck out seven and walked one, leaving for apinch-runner in the fifth after throwing only 89 pitches.

Tuesday, June 26, 2007

The Ugly Dog

I bring you Elwood, a 2-year-old Chinese Crested and Chihuahua mix, was crowned the world's ugliest dog. Elwood, hairless except for a mohawklike puff of white fur on his head — is often referred to as "Yoda" or "E.T.," for his resemblance to those famous science-fiction characters. After finishing second in last years contest, Elwood took home the title in 2007. You may have seen him as the Call of the Day....if not, here he is with the yuck hanging out of his mouth.

Monday, June 25, 2007

Hanzel Wins City Amateur

Doug Hanzel won his second straight Savannah City Amateur Golf Championship this past weekend at Bacon Park. Hanzel has actually won five city championships in seven years. His four-under par for the tournament was the only score in red, beating the field by four strokes. Recent Benedictine grad Brendan Gillins won the second place trophy by virtue of a tie breaker with an even par and also took home the Junior Championship title. Steve Holton and Wills Smith placed third and fourth, respectively, also with even pars. In the Senior Division, Charles Thibodaux won by two strokes with a two-over 144.

Thursday, June 21, 2007

Patrick Signs with Arizona


Former Jenkins High standout Ben Patrick has signed a three-year contract with the Arizona Cardinals. Patrick was drafted by Arizona in the seventh round of the NFL draft in April. The University of Delaware Tight End is the first Arizona rookie to sign this year. The Cardinals picked up five draft picks in this years draft.


Patrick, who transferred to Delaware from Duke, caught 64 passes for 639 yards and six touchdowns for the Blue Hens in 2006. Following the season, Patrick was invited to play in both the East-West Shrine Game and the Senior Bowl.

Tuesday, June 19, 2007

Tyson Named Top Prospect

Statesboro High Senior DeAngelo Tyson has been named the state of Georgia's top college football prospect. The 6'2 275 pound defensive tackle named the top prospect by Bobby Burton of rivals.com. Earlier this year, Tyson verbally committed to the University of Georgia.

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2007 Georgia Southern University Football Schedule

Sept. 8 WEST GEORGIA 6 p.m.
Sept. 15 at Coastal Carolina 7 p.m. TV (SportSouth)
Sept. 22 * CHATTANOOGA 7 p.m. TV (CSS)
Sept. 29 * W. CAROLINA 3:30 p.m. TV (CSS)
Oct. 6 SOUTH DAKOTA ST. 2 p.m.
Oct. 13 * at Elon 3 p.m. TV (SportSouth)
Oct. 20 * at Appalachian State 3:30 p.m.
Oct. 27 * THE CITADEL (HC) noon TV (CSS)
Nov. 3 * at Wofford 1:30 p.m.
Nov. 10 * FURMAN 3:30 p.m. TV (SportSouth)
Nov. 17 at Colorado State 2 p.m.

* Southern Conference game
All times Eastern / times subject to change