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Coach Damion Mitchell's brave cancer fight inspires Lutheran North Football

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:50:37 GMT

ST. LOUIS -- Coaching football is one of Damion Mitchell's passions.He loves coaching so much he does so at two places, Matthews Dickey and Lutheran North High School.At Lutheran North, where they affectionately call him "Coach Dee." The Crusaders are preparing for their next opponent. Recently, Coach Dee has been battling an opponent of his own."The last five months, I've been going through chemotherapy," Damion said. "When I go in for chemo, I am in the hospital for five days."Damion is battling lymphoma. The fight, though, hasn't stopped him from continuing to coach."If I didn't have football, my battle wouldn't have been as easy as it's been," Damion said. "Football has helped me through this."A couple of weeks ago, Coach Dee hit a milestone in his cancer battle. After his final round of chemotherapy treatment, he rang the bell at the hospital."It was a sigh of relief to get through that last round of chemotherapy," Damion said. "All the nurses and all the staff just welcomed me...

Inside CSU Rams’ “brutal” loss to CU after blowing fourth-quarter lead in Rocky Mountain Showdown

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:50:37 GMT

BOULDER — For Colorado State, this year’s instant-classic Rocky Mountain Showdown will be remembered as the one that got away.The Rams blew an 11-point fourth quarter lead at Folsom Field, watching a would-be historic upset over the 23.5-point favorite Buffs evaporate into the wee hours of the night.“Brutal,” CSU quarterback Brayden Fowler-Nicolosi aptly summarized, no doubt speaking for all of Fort Collins.CSU had a 99.4% win probability when CU got the ball back with 2:06 left, down eight points and needing to drive 98 yards for the tying touchdown plus two-point conversion. But that’s exactly what CU did, before going on to win 43-35 in double overtime.After the Rams scored a TD at the end of the first OT, they had a chance to go for the game-winning two-point conversion. But Jay Norvell elected to kick the extra point instead. It was the last time CSU would score in the game.“We talked about (going for it), and I didn’t feel it was right...

Daily horoscope for September 17, 2023

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:50:37 GMT

Moon Alert: Avoid shopping or important decisions after 9 p.m. EDT today (6 p.m. to 10 p.m. PDT). After that, the Moon moves from Libra into Scorpio.Happy Birthday for Sunday, Sept. 17, 2023:You are strong, determined and courageous. You have high standards and are committed to whatever you do. You don’t overlook things. This is a year of service to family and others. Take care of yourself so you can be a resource to others. Personalize your home this year.ARIES(March 21-April 19)★★★You might feel pressured by someone today. You might think you have to agree. Or maybe you think you have to do what they want. You’re an independent thinker, so you will do what you want. Tonight: Check your finances. This Week: Relationships become a stronger focus.TAURUS(April 20-May 20)★★★Certain issues might arise today, possibly connected with a pet, your health or your job, which triggers a strong desire to make improvements or make something better. Tonight: Cooperate. This Week: You ...

Deion Sanders: CU Buffs star Travis Hunter likely out “a few weeks” after being taken to hospital during Colorado State game

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:50:37 GMT

Colorado two-way star Travis Hunter was taken to a local hospital during the 2023 Rocky Mountain Showdown after being on the receiving end of a late hit Saturday night, CU football announced.Buffaloes coach Deion Sanders wasn’t sure of the specifics of the injury after the game, a 43-35 double-overtime win for CU, but “first thing I heard was that he would be out for a few weeks,” he said.The coach added he suspects Hunter will only want to be out for two weeks.“But his health is more important than his game,” Sanders said.With five minutes remaining in the first quarter, the CU receiver and defensive back was involved in a controversial play that left him shaken on the sideline. As Hunter was running a route downfield, Colorado State senior defensive back Henry Blackburn wandered over in help coverage and leveled Hunter after the ball had already fallen incomplete. Colorado State was assessed two penalties on the play — a defensive pass interference an...

Dear Abby: I take all these tests, and I still don’t know what I’m good at

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:50:37 GMT

DEAR ABBY: I’ll soon be 40, and I still have no idea what I want to be when I “grow up.”Related ArticlesAdvice | Dear Abby: She was offended that I called her son’s behavior creepy Advice | Dear Abby: My boss doesn’t see what the new co-worker is doing Advice | Dear Abby: I’m afraid if I say anything, my fiance will halt our wedding plan Advice | Dear Abby: Does my husband’s brother deserve another chance after what he did? Advice | Dear Abby: Her selfish husband acts like he doesn’t remember the hell she went through I don’t know what I’m interested in doing or what my skills are. It’s not for lack of trying. I’ve taken aptitude tests, IQ tests and personality tests, and I’m still no closer to any answers.I do not know how to choose a job and just go for it. This may be why I never graduated from college — I kept switchi...

Phillies try to continue road win streak in matchup with the Cardinals

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:50:37 GMT

Philadelphia Phillies (81-67, second in the NL East) vs. St. Louis Cardinals (65-83, fifth in the NL Central)St. Louis; Sunday, 2:15 p.m. EDTPITCHING PROBABLES: Phillies: Taijuan Walker (15-5, 4.36 ERA, 1.34 WHIP, 128 strikeouts); Cardinals: Dakota Hudson (6-2, 5.10 ERA, 1.44 WHIP, 37 strikeouts)FANDUEL SPORTSBOOK MLB LINE: Phillies -132, Cardinals +111; over/under is 9 runsBOTTOM LINE: The Philadelphia Phillies hit the road against the St. Louis Cardinals aiming to continue a three-game road winning streak.St. Louis is 31-42 at home and 65-83 overall. The Cardinals have the fourth-ranked team slugging percentage in the NL at .422.Philadelphia has an 81-67 record overall and a 38-36 record in road games. Phillies hitters are batting a collective .259, the fifth-best team batting average in MLB play.The matchup Sunday is the sixth time these teams match up this season. The Phillies hold a 5-0 advantage in the season series.TOP PERFORMERS: Nolan Arenado has 25 doubles, two triples and...

Mets try to avoid series sweep against the Reds

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:50:37 GMT

Cincinnati Reds (78-72, third in the NL Central) vs. New York Mets (68-80, fourth in the NL East)New York; Sunday, 1:40 p.m. EDTPITCHING PROBABLES: Reds: Brandon Williamson (4-4, 4.38 ERA, 1.28 WHIP, 91 strikeouts); Mets: Jose Quintana (2-5, 3.05 ERA, 1.27 WHIP, 43 strikeouts)FANDUEL SPORTSBOOK MLB LINE: Mets -136, Reds +115; over/under is 8 1/2 runsBOTTOM LINE: The Cincinnati Reds and the New York Mets play in the last game of a three-game series. The Reds can sweep the series with a win.New York is 38-36 in home games and 68-80 overall. The Mets are 53-9 in games when they have more hits than their opponents.Cincinnati has a 42-33 record on the road and a 78-72 record overall. Reds hitters have a collective .325 on-base percentage, the seventh-ranked percentage in the NL.The matchup Sunday is the sixth meeting between these teams this season. The Reds hold a 4-1 advantage in the season series.TOP PERFORMERS: Pete Alonso has 18 doubles, two triples and 45 home runs for the Mets. DJ...

Diamondbacks try to keep home win streak alive, host the Cubs

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:50:37 GMT

Chicago Cubs (78-71, second in the NL Central) vs. Arizona Diamondbacks (78-72, second in the NL West)Phoenix; Sunday, 7:10 p.m. EDTPITCHING PROBABLES: Cubs: Jordan Wicks (3-0, 1.99 ERA, 1.06 WHIP, 15 strikeouts); Diamondbacks: Ryne Nelson (7-8, 5.53 ERA, 1.44 WHIP, 88 strikeouts)FANDUEL SPORTSBOOK MLB LINE: Cubs -117, Diamondbacks -104; over/under is 9 runsBOTTOM LINE: The Arizona Diamondbacks will try to keep a three-game home win streak alive when they face the Chicago Cubs.Arizona has a 78-72 record overall and a 40-35 record in home games. The Diamondbacks are 54-19 in games when they scored five or more runs.Chicago is 37-37 on the road and 78-71 overall. The Cubs have a 40-23 record in games when they did not allow a home run.The teams play Sunday for the seventh time this season. The Diamondbacks are ahead 5-1 in the season series.TOP PERFORMERS: Christian Walker leads the Diamondbacks with 30 home runs while slugging .496. Lourdes Gurriel Jr. is 13-for-39 with two doubles, ...

Giants take 3-game losing streak into matchup against the Rockies

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:50:37 GMT

San Francisco Giants (75-74, third in the NL West) vs. Colorado Rockies (56-92, fifth in the NL West)Denver; Sunday, 3:10 p.m. EDTPITCHING PROBABLES: Giants: Sean Manaea (5-6, 4.80 ERA, 1.29 WHIP, 115 strikeouts); Rockies: Chris Flexen (1-7, 7.22 ERA, 1.76 WHIP, 65 strikeouts)FANDUEL SPORTSBOOK MLB LINE: Giants -164, Rockies +140; over/under is 12 runsBOTTOM LINE: The San Francisco Giants, on a three-game losing streak, play the Colorado Rockies.Colorado is 34-39 in home games and 56-92 overall. The Rockies have a 41-21 record in games when they scored at least five runs.San Francisco has a 75-74 record overall and a 32-42 record in road games. The Giants have the fifth-ranked team ERA in the NL at 4.04.The teams square off Sunday for the 13th time this season. The Giants lead the season series 8-4.TOP PERFORMERS: Ryan McMahon leads the Rockies with 56 extra base hits (30 doubles, three triples and 23 home runs). Kris Bryant is 7-for-24 with a double, two home runs and seven RBI ove...

Marlins try to sweep series against the Braves

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:50:37 GMT

Atlanta Braves (96-52, first in the NL East) vs. Miami Marlins (77-72, third in the NL East)Miami; Sunday, 1:40 p.m. EDTPITCHING PROBABLES: Braves: Charlie Morton (14-11, 3.42 ERA, 1.40 WHIP, 177 strikeouts); Marlins: Jesus Luzardo (9-9, 3.99 ERA, 1.26 WHIP, 186 strikeouts)FANDUEL SPORTSBOOK MLB LINE: Braves -142, Marlins +121; over/under is 8 1/2 runsBOTTOM LINE: The Miami Marlins and the Atlanta Braves play the final game of a three-game series. The Marlins can sweep the series with a victory.Miami has a 42-32 record in home games and a 77-72 record overall. The Marlins have a 49-8 record in games when they scored at least five runs.Atlanta has a 49-27 record on the road and a 96-52 record overall. The Braves have gone 76-17 in games when they scored at least five runs.The teams square off Sunday for the 13th time this season. The Braves lead the season series 9-3.TOP PERFORMERS: Bryan De La Cruz has 31 doubles, 19 home runs and 75 RBI for the Marlins. Luis Arraez is 12-for-40 wit...