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Spieth is going places in a hurry
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Spieth is going places in a hurry

April 13, 2015

The most important round in Jordan Spieth’s young career began with a little perspective from his caddie. Texas was playing a college match Sunday in California at Pasatiempo Golf Club.…

Rockies move Hawkins out of closer role
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Rockies move Hawkins out of closer role

April 13, 2015

Colorado Rockies relief pitcher LaTroy Hawkins was relieved of his closer duties after giving up a two-run homer with two outs in the ninth inning Sunday in a 6-5 loss…

Spieth captures Masters, victory for the ages
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Spieth captures Masters, victory for the ages

April 12, 2015

One year after Spieth lost a bid to become the youngest Masters champion, the 21-year-old Texan turned in one of the most dominant wins ever at Augusta National. He never…

FLC women’s lacrosse cruises in road finale
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FLC women’s lacrosse cruises in road finale

April 12, 2015

The Skyhawks improved to 3-1 in the Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference and 7-3 overall. Taylor Cabrera, coming off a career-high five goals at Lindenwood on Friday, started the Skyhawks offense…

With season over, Avs look forward with optimism
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With season over, Avs look forward with optimism

April 12, 2015

Colorado right wing Jarome Iginla was the bright spot for the Avalanche this season, leading the team with 29 goals, including this game-winner Saturday against Chicago in the team’s season…

Skyhawk softball goes 0-for-4 for the weekend
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Skyhawk softball goes 0-for-4 for the weekend

April 12, 2015

The loss drops the Skyhawks to 13-26 overall and 11-17 in the Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference. CMU, which took over first place in the league after two wins over FLC…

Lefty again right at home at Augusta
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Lefty again right at home at Augusta

April 11, 2015

Phil Mickelson always seems to find magic at Augusta.David J. Phillip/Associated Press The Masters always seems to bring out the best in Phil Mickelson. Lefty hasn’t done much this year,…

McIlroy starts fast, stumbles home in finish
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McIlroy starts fast, stumbles home in finish

April 11, 2015

After a fast start Saturday, Rory McIlroy struggled down the stretch in his bid to win the Masters and earn the career Grand Slam.David J. Phillip/Associated Press Two bogeys in…

Grand Junction Tigers tame Durango boys lacrosse
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Grand Junction Tigers tame Durango boys lacrosse

April 11, 2015

The Grand Junction Tigers (6-3, 4-1 Mountain League) dominated start to finish in a 16-1 win against the Demons (5-4, 2-4 ML) at Walker Field in Grand Junction. The Tigers…

Broncos sign tight end Casey
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Broncos sign tight end Casey

April 11, 2015

The free-agent tight end who agreed to a one-year deal with the Denver Broncos on Saturday played for coach Gary Kubiak in Houston from 2009-12. He spent his last two…

First loss of season for Rockies
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First loss of season for Rockies

April 10, 2015

Colorado Rockies shortstop Troy Tulowitzki jumps to throw out Chicago Cubs’ Jason Hammel to end the top of the fifth inning Saturday in Denver.David Zalubowski/Associated Press The Rockies were attempting…

Avalanche finish with a bang
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Avalanche finish with a bang

April 10, 2015

Jack Dempsey/Associated Press<br><br>Colorado Avalanche right wing Jarome Iginla (12) celebrates his goal against the Chicago Blackhawks with teammates Alex Tanguay (40) and Gabriel Landeskog (92) on Saturday in Denver. Semyon…

Miller adds another state cut for Durango swimming
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Miller adds another state cut for Durango swimming

April 10, 2015

He qualified in the 100-yard freestyle, winning the race in 53.62 seconds. DHS lost the dual meet 62-37 to the Indians. “They had us, but it wasn’t by much,” DHS…

Grand Junction girls lacrosse blasts Durango
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Grand Junction girls lacrosse blasts Durango

April 10, 2015

Durango High School’s girls lacrosse team couldn’t match or find its own tempo in a 17-2 loss to the Tigers at home. Grand Junction (4-2, 3-1 Mountain League) scored its…