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    San Antonio Spurs power forward Tim Duncan (21) shoots against Miami Heat shooting guard Mike Miller (13) during the second half of Game 6 in the NBA Finals basketball series Tuesday in Miami. Associated Press

    James helps Heat stave off elimination in Game 6 of NBA Finals

    LeBron James shrugged off a poor start to get 32 points, 11 assists and 10 rebounds, Ray Allen hit a 3-pointer with 5.2 seconds to play to force overtime and the Miami Heat staved off elimination with a 103-100 victory over the San Antonio Spurs in Game 6 of the NBA Finals on Tuesday night.

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    Daytona Speedway green flags upgrades with no state backing

    Rejected for funding by state lawmakers, Daytona International Speedway is racing ahead on its own with $375 million to $400 million in upgrades for the front stretch

    • Jun. 18, 2013
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    Big ESPN sports radio changes coming in Southwest Florida

    There are some big changes coming to Southwest Florida sports radio starting Thursday.

    • Jun. 17, 2013
  1. East Lee's Omaris Tolbert (8) stiff arms Dunbar's Tajze Battle (7). The Dunbar Tigers were leading East Lee Jaguars at the half as the two teams played at East Lee HS on Friday.

    Dunbar shines in summer 7-on-7s

    Trailing by five points with 18 seconds to go, Dunbar High School wide receiver Ryeshene Bronson caught a 40-yard touchdown pass, boosting the Tigers to victory last week.

    • Jun. 17, 2013
  2. Recruiting: Local picks FSA at camp

    Florida State's camp started slowly for recruiting, but transformed into a two-day whirlwind with six verbal commitments.

    • Jun. 17, 2013
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    Miami Heat's Ray Allen (34) tries to shoot against San Antonio Spurs' Manu Ginobili (20), of Argentina, during the second half at Game 5 of the NBA Finals basketball series, Sunday in San Antonio. The San Antonio Spurs won 114-104. Associated Press

    San Antonio Spurs top Miami Heat in NBA Finals Game 5

    Manu Ginobili started for first time this season for Spurs and responded with best effort of year

    • Jun. 16, 2013
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    Justin Rose, of England, holds his trophy after winning the U.S. Open golf tournament at Merion Golf Club today in Ardmore, Pa. Associated Press

    U.S. Open 2013: Rose denies Mickelson

    Justin Rose broke Phil Mickelson's back in last year's Ryder Cup. He broke Mickelson's heart today in the U.S. Open.

    • Jun. 16, 2013
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    Shawn Stefani, right, reacts after hitting a hole in one on the 17th hole as Kyle Stanley looks on during the fourth round of the U.S. Open golf tournament at Merion Golf Club, Sunday, June 16, 2013, in Ardmore, Pa. (AP Photo/Julio Cortez) AP

    Mickelson, Stricker chase history at US Open

    Phil Mickelson awoke on Father Day's in a place he's never been — having the lead to himself after 54 holes at a U.S. Open. It also happened to be his 43rd birthday. And just in case he forgot, fans serenaded him with a chorus of "Happy Birthday" when Mickelson showed up at the practice range before his afternoon tee time. His round began with a shot seen many times this week — a drive that landed in thick rough.

    • Jun. 16, 2013
  3. Bishop Verot's Ismael Brito, batting against Pensacola Catholic at the Class 4A state semifinals last month, will attend Tusculum College (Tenn.) in the fall. Brito's father died of a heart attack in 2012. Sarah Coward/news-press.com

    Lee County baseball player persevering for dad

    Ismael Brito completing journey for late father.

    • Jun. 15, 2013
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    Phil Mickelson fist bumps a fan after walking off the 12th hole during the third round of the 113th U.S. Open. JD Mercer/USA TODAY Sports

    U.S. Open 2013: Mickelson keeps his spot at the top

    Merion Golf Club has been the dominant force this week at the 113th U.S. Open. Except, perhaps, for Phil Mickelson.

    • Jun. 15, 2013
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    Paille lifts Bruins in overtime to tie Stanley Cup Final

    Daniel Paille scored with 6:12 left in the first overtime as the Boston Bruins beat the Chicago Blackhawks 2-1 to tie the Stanley Cup Final 1-1.

    • Jun. 16, 2013
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    South prevails in Florida State League All-Star game

    A five-run, fifth inning broke open a close game as the South pulled away for the North for an 8-1 victory Saturday in the Florida State League All-Star game in Dunedin.

    • Jun. 15, 2013
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    Seattle Mariners first-round draft pick Mike Zunino heads to a batting cage during the team warm-up Tuesday, July 3, 2012. (AP Photo/Elaine Thompson) / ASSOCIATED PRESS

    Fort Myers' Zunino hits a tiebreaking home run for Seattle Mariners, 3-2 win over A's

    Only hours after being assured he would be the Seattle Mariners catcher for the foreseeable future, Mike Zunino put together the type of game that could keep him in the role the rest of the season.

    • Jun. 15, 2013
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    Fort Myers Miracle players on display

    Five of seven selected for All-Stars ready to play.

    • Jun. 15, 2013
  4. Evin Graham news-press.com file photo

    Fort Myers High grad Graham to play for former FGCU coach Balza at Palm Beach Atlantic

    Evin Graham’s near-lifelong flirtation with FGCU has added an interesting new twist. The Fort Myers High School graduate and opponent to FGCU as a member of fellow Atlantic Sun Conference program Jacksonville is transferring to Palm Beach Atlantic to play for FGCU founding coach Dave Balza, who was recently hired by the Division-II program.

    • Jun. 14, 2013
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    Los Angeles Dodgers starting pitcher Clayton Kershaw, right, yells as Arizona Diamondbacks manager Kirk Gibson, left, as umpire Clint Fagan separates them after Los Angeles Dodgers' Zack Greinke was hit by a pitch during the seventh inning of their baseball game, Tuesday, June 11, 2013, in Los Angeles.  (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill) ASSOCIATED PRESS

    MLB suspends Arizona pitcher 10 games for role in brawl

    Arizona pitcher Ian Kennedy has been suspended for 10 games and Diamondbacks infielder Eric Hinske for five for their roles in a brawl this week, while managers Don Mattingly and Kirk Gibson have been given one-game bans.

    • Jun. 14, 2013
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    E.J. Manuel is introduced as the number sixteen overall pick to the Buffalo Bills during the 2013 NFL Draft at Radio City Music Hall.  USA TODAY Sports
Apr 25, 2013; New York, NY, USA; E.J. Manuel is introduced as the number sixteen overall pick to the Buffalo Bills during the 2013 NFL Draft at Radio City Music Hall. Mandatory Credit: Jerry Lai-USA TODAY Sports USA TODAY Sports

    FSU's E.J. Manuel signs with Bills

    Former Florida State quarterback EJ Manuel signed with the Buffalo Bills, which selected him in the first round of last month’s NFL Draft, today.

    • Jun. 14, 2013
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    Cubs knock off Miracle, 5-1

    DAYTONA — The Daytona Cubs beat the Fort Myers Miracle, 5-1, to salvage a series split at Jackie Robinson Ballpark on Thursday night.

    • Jun. 14, 2013
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    Miami-area sports bar deck collapses, dozens in water

    Authorities say an outdoor deck behind a popular Miami-area sports bar has collapsed during the NBA Finals, sending dozens of patrons into the shallow waters of Biscayne Bay and critically injuring three people.

    • Jun. 13, 2013
  5. Dunbar, Fort Myers, North Fort Myers receive sportsmanship awards

    Dunbar, Fort Myers and North Fort Myers were named recipients of this year’s Fred E. Rozelle Sportsmanship Awards by the FHSAA.

    • Jun. 13, 2013
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    Phil Mickelson smiles as he waits for play to resume after a weather delay during the first round of the U.S. Open golf tournament at Merion Golf Club, Thursday, June 13, 2013, in Ardmore, Pa. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel) AP

    U.S Open: Rain, sloping greens present challenges in first round

    Clouds gave way to peeks of sunshine, squeegees gave way to putters, and the 13th hole gave way to birdies during the first round of the U.S. Open's return to Merion Golf Club.

    • Jun. 13, 2013
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    NCAA, Miami under microscope as hearing opens

    Like with so much the NCAA does, the guidelines for a hearing of the Committee on Infractions are laid out in precise detail, right down to the arrangement of the hotel conference room (tables are arranged in a large square, with committee members flanked

    • Jun. 13, 2013
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    Miami Dolphins quarterback Ryan Tannehill drops back to pass as he runs drills during NFL football minicamp, Wednesday, June 12, 2013, at the team's training facility in Davie, Fla. (AP Photo/Wilfredo Lee) AP

    Will Dolphins' Ryan Tannehill eventually 'take over' as best AFC East QB?

    AVIE, Fla. — Ryan Tannehill knows that for the Miami Dolphins to achieve a playoff leap year, it is up to him to emerge from the shadows of Andrew Luck, Robert Griffin III and Russell Wilson.

    • Jun. 13, 2013
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    Gators sports budget to top $100 million

    The University Athletic Association approved a $100.4 million budget for the 2013-14 school year on Wednesday, the highest in school history.

    • Jun. 13, 2013
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    Jason Leffler

    NASCAR driver Leffler dies after crash in dirt car event

    NASCAR driver Jason Leffler died after an accident tonight at a dirt car event at Bridgeport Speedway.

    • Jun. 12, 2013
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    Stroke Saver video: Alignment

    Arrowhead instructor Ben Kitts, working with Joey Burke, says the keys to good chipping and pitching by youths are: Having impact alignment and follow-through alignment. Keeping basic alignment with arm and club.

    • Jun. 12, 2013
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    Florida Gators budget over $100 million for first time

    The University Athletic Association approved a $100.4 million budget for the 2013-14 school year on Wednesday, the highest in school history.

    • Jun. 12, 2013
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    Former Mariner High star Mike Zunino was called up by the Seattle Mariners on Tuesday. He was the No. 3 overall pick last year. AP

    Mariner High grad Mike Zunino joins Seattle Mariners

    One year and one week after the Seattle Mariners made him the No. 3 pick in the Major League Baseball First-Year Player Draft, catcher Mike Zunino joined the team Tuesday night.

    • Jun. 12, 2013
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    Tim Tebow, center, tosses the ball as Tom Brady, left, talks with offensive coordinator Josh McDaniels on Tuesday in Foxborough, Mass. AP

    Tebow gets to work with his new team

    Tim Tebow is back on the field with an NFL team — the New England Patriots. The Patriots announced the signing of the former Jets quarterback on Tuesday, six weeks after he was cut by New York and just in time for the start of the three-day Patriots minicamp that runs through Thursday.

    • Jun. 12, 2013
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    Lance Kearse Photo by Andy Meng

    Former Fort Myers High hoops star tries out for Jags

    Should Lance Kearse make the Jacksonville Jaguars, he will have gone from preps to the pros.

    • Jun. 12, 2013
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    FILE- In this Jan. 14, 2012, file photo, then-Denver Broncos quarterback Tim Tebow, right, hugs New England Patriots head coach Bill Belichick following an NFL divisional playoff football game in Foxborough, Mass. Tebow is joining the New England Patriots, according to a report by ESPN on Monday, June 10, 2013. The high-profile quarterback who spent one season mostly on the sidelines with the New York Jets is expected to attend the start of the Patriots three-day minicamp on Tuesday. (AP Photo/Charles Krupa, File) ASSOCIATED PRESS

    It's official: New England Patriots sign Tim Tebow

    The New England Patriots officially announced the signing of former University of Florida great Tim Tebow this morning.

    • Jun. 11, 2013
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    Seattle Mariners first-round draft pick Mike Zunino heads to a batting cage during the team warm-up Tuesday, July 3, 2012. (AP Photo/Elaine Thompson) ASSOCIATED PRESS

    Seattle Mariners call up former Southwest Florida baseball star Zunino

    Former Mariner High catcher Mike Zunino has been promoted to the Seattle Mariners.

    • Jun. 11, 2013
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    Willie Taggart and his entire USF coaching staff will be at South Fort Myers High School today to conduct a one-day football camp. J. Meric/South Florida Bulls

    Bulls coach hopes to motivate local players at USF football camp

    Willie Taggart, whose high school football career resembled one of an all-time great, will bring his coaching style for a day to South Fort Myers High School, where he hopes to motivate future champions.

    • Jun. 10, 2013
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    Miguel Sano, shown in the bullpen with Fort Myers Miracle pitchers, was promoted to Class Double-A New Britain (Conn.) with two other players Sunday.

    Improvement, big bats lead to promotions

    Miguel Sano and Eddie Rosario simply had nothing left to prove playing for the Fort Myers Miracle, Minnesota Twins director of minor leagues Brad Steil said.

    • Jun. 10, 2013
  6. Immokalee's JC Jackson makes a catch over Dunbar's Al Smith on Friday night at Immokalee High School. Jackson ran the catch in for a touchdown. AMANDA INSCORE/THE NEWS-PRESS

    Immokalee football player commits to Florida

    Immokalee's top prospect, cornerback J.C. Jackson, made an early verbal commitment to Florida State, de-committed about 10 days ago, and committed to Florida on Saturday.

    • Jun. 10, 2013
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    If you can't beat 'em, join 'em ... and Tim Tebow couldn't beat the Patriots in the 2011 playoffs.(Photo: Jim Rogash, Getty Images)

    Report: Patriots to sign Tim Tebow

    Belichick certainly hasn't given up on Tebow. And if any coach or team is best suited to handle the sideshow Tebow brings, it's Belichick and the Patriots.

    • Jun. 10, 2013
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    FSU football head coach Jimbo Fisher directs a drill during the Seminoles' first practice August 5, 2010 in Tallahassee, Fla. It was the Seminoles' first official preseason practice without Bobby Bowden in 32 years. PHIL SEARS/Democrat

    FSU football player arrested

    After making his initial court appearance to face a sexual assault charge this morning, Florida State wide receiver Greg Dent was placed on $15,000 bond by Leon County judge Robert Wheeler.

    • Jun. 10, 2013
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    FILE - In this Aug. 12, 2012 file photo, Chad Johnson, center, leaves Broward County Jail in Fort Lauderdale, Fla.  Johnson will serve 30 days in jail after violating probation in a domestic violence case involving his then-wife, TV reality star Evelyn Lozada. A plea deal that called for no jail time fell apart Monday, June 10, 2013 in Fort Lauderdale, Fla. (Photo by Jeff Daly/Invision/AP, File) JEFF DALY/INVISION/AP

    Ex-NFL star Chad Johnson gets 30 days in jail

    FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. (AP) — Former NFL star Chad Johnson will serve 30 days in jail after violating probation in a domestic violence case involving his then-wife, TV reality star Evelyn Lozada.

    • Jun. 10, 2013
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    Florida Gators player, Scottie Wilbekin practices with his teammates Thursday 3/28/2013.

    Florida basketball player suspended again

    Florida point guard Scottie Wilbekin has been suspended for the second time in seven months by Gators coach Billy Donovan for undisclosed reasons.

    • Jun. 10, 2013
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    PARIS, FRANCE - JUNE 09: Rafael Nadal of Spain bites the Coupe des Mousquetaires trophy as he celebrates victory in the men's singles final against David Ferrer of Spain during day fifteen of the French Open at Roland Garros on June 9, 2013 in Paris, France. (Photo by Matthew Stockman/Getty Images) Matthew Stockman/Getty Images

    Nadal rolls by Ferrer for Slam record

    If Rafael Nadal truly was going to be challenged, if his bid for an unprecedented eighth French Open championship would be slowed even a bit, this might have been the moment.

    • Jun. 9, 2013
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    Miami Heat small forward LeBron James (6) blocks a shot by San Antonio Spurs center Tiago Splitter (22) of Brazil, during the second half of Game 2 of the NBA Finals basketball game, Sunday, June 9, 2013 in Miami. The Miami Heat won 103-84. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky) AP

    Heat beat Spurs in Game 2 to tie NBA Finals

    Chalmers led the charge and James broke out to finish it with a flurry as the Heat used a 33-5 run to blow away the San Antonio Spurs in a 103-84 victory Sunday night that evened the NBA Finals at one game apiece.

    • Jun. 9, 2013
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    Miguel Sano watches his ball go out of the park as he hit a grand slam home run earlier this month in a game against the Palm Beach Cardinals at Hammond Stadium in south Fort Myers. Terry Allen Williams/The News-Pr

    Twins prospect Miguel Sano, two others promoted to Double-A

    Miguel Sano and Eddie Rosario, two of the top prospects in baseball, have been promoted from the Fort Myers Miracle to the Class Double-A New Britain (Conn.) Rock Cats, the Minnesota Twins announced Sunday.

    • Jun. 10, 2013
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    Spain's Rafael Nadal reacts after defeating compatriot David Ferrer in the men's  final match of the French Open tennis tournament at the Roland Garros stadium Sunday, June 9, 2013 in Paris. Nadal won 6-3, 6-2, 6-3. (AP Photo/Petr David Josek) ASSOCIATED PRESS

    Nadal wins 8th French title by beating Ferrer

    Rafael Nadal became the first man to win eight titles at the same Grand Slam tournament when he beat fellow Spaniard David Ferrer in the French Open final Sunday, 6-3, 6-2, 6-3.

    • Jun. 9, 2013
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    Miracle clinch first half in South

    Matt Koch's go-ahead solo home run in the bottom of the sixth inning held up as the Fort Myers Miracle clinched the Florida State League South Division first half championship with a 5-4 win over the Bradenton Marauders on Saturday night at Hammond Stadiu

    • Jun. 8, 2013
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    Palace Malice, ridden by jockey Mike Smith, crosses the finish line to win the the 145th Belmont Stakes at Belmont Park on Saturday. AP

    Belmont Stakes: Palace Malice charges by favorites

    The two Hall of Fame jockeys were just about nose to nose as their horses hit the middle of the final turn of the Belmont Stakes.

    • Jun. 8, 2013

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