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8:34 PM CDT, May 21, 2013
Fallston defends Class 2A-1A boys lacrosse title with win over Patterson Mill
Defending state champion Fallston protected its turf in Tuesday's Class 2A-1A boys lacrosse championship.
8:06 PM CDT, May 18, 2013
No. 8 Westminster, No. 10 South River boys to meet in rematch for Class 4A-3A state title
After surrendering a seven-goal lead in a loss to South River in last year's state championship, the Westminster boys lacrosse team vowed to return to the final game this season.
9:01 PM CDT, May 15, 2013
South River boys lacrosse returns to state semifinals with 10-3 win over Chesapeake-AA
There wasn't any defining moment or quick string of goals in Wednesday's Class 4A East boys lacrosse region title game featuring defending state champion South River and its Anne Arundel County rival Chesapeake.
8:21 PM CDT, May 10, 2013
Loyola upsets Gilman in MIAA lacrosse quarterfinals
Loyola's attack was clicking far more efficiently than in the regular season. Sophomore goalie Acie Newton was steady throughout and often sensational in the net. And in Friday's Maryland Interscholastic Athletic Association A Conference lacrosse quarterfinal game, the No. 7 Dons were having the better of the play against No. 3 Gilman in all the other important areas of the field.
9:09 PM CDT, May 14, 2013
Loyola continues playoff run with win over McDonogh in boys lacrosse
The No. 4 Loyola boys lacrosse team is on to something special in the Maryland Interscholastic Athletic Association A Conference playoffs.
4:25 PM CDT, May 9, 2013
As MIAA playoffs begin, No. 1 Boys' Latin looks to complete unbeaten season
The quiet bus ride home from Towson University was painfully familiar for the Boys' Latin lacrosse team last May.
2:50 PM CDT, May 16, 2013
MIAA A Conference lacrosse championship preview: No. 1 Boys' Latin vs. No. 4 Loyola
MIAA A Conference lacrosse championship
5:58 PM CDT, May 8, 2013
Varsity Q&A with Eric Levin, McDonogh, lacrosse
As a long-stick midfielder for the No. 2 McDonogh boys lacrosse team, senior Eric Levin has had a season filled with tests.
6:19 PM CDT, May 7, 2013
Goalie Nick Doyle helps McDonogh earn No. 2 seed in MIAA tournament
McDonogh senior goalie Nick Doyle was playing in his final lacrosse game at home Tuesday against rival Gilman with the winner receiving a prized first-round bye in the upcoming Maryland Interscholastic Athletic Association A Conference playoffs.
6:11 PM CDT, May 7, 2013
After rare heart condition, South River's Scott Mitchell 'glad to be here'
After more than 100 pitches, the fastball had lost some steam and the breaking ball that baffled batters earlier in the game didn't have the same snap.
9:59 PM CDT, May 6, 2013
Arundel boys edge South River in overtime for county title
With the ball in his stick in overtime of Monday's Anne Arundel County boys lacrosse championship, Arundel junior midfielder Aaron Snyder kept the plan simple.
7:29 PM CDT, May 3, 2013
Gilman lacrosse swings 15-13 win over St. Paul's
With 28 combined goals, Friday's Gilman-St. Paul's boys lacrosse game had more than its share of momentum-swinging turns.
4:37 PM CDT, May 2, 2013
Boys Lacrosse Game of the Week: No. 1 Boys' Latin at No. 2 St. Paul's
No. 1 Boys' Latin (16-0) at No. 2 St. Paul's (15-2)
7:10 PM CDT, May 1, 2013
Little things turn into winning results for Perry Hall softball
The Perry Hall softball team takes pride in the details.
7:06 PM CDT, April 30, 2013
No. 3 McDonogh rallies in the final seconds and beats No. 2 St. Paul's in OT
Should the McDonogh boys lacrosse team enjoy an extended run in the upcoming Maryland Interscholastic Athletic Association A Conference playoffs, the Eagles will likely look back on Tuesday's performance against visiting St. Paul's as a character-building foundation.
10:17 AM CDT, April 24, 2013
Varsity Q&A with Trevor Houck, Westminster, baseball
As a sophomore in 2011, Westminster senior pitcher-third baseman Trevor Houck was called up to varsity for the state playoffs.
9:07 PM CDT, April 18, 2013
No. 12 Westminster remains undefeated with win over Winters Mill
When Westminster boys lacrosse coach Steve DeFeo was talking about the qualities that has helped keep his Owls undefeated this season, he made sure to mention how much they enjoy playing together.
1:07 PM CDT, April 18, 2013
Boys Lacrosse Game of the Week: No. 1 Boys' Latin at No. 5 Gilman
No. 1 Boys' Latin (12-0) at No. 5 Gilman (8-1)
1:41 PM CDT, April 17, 2013
Varsity Q&A with Brock Hurley, North Harford, lacrosse
Senior defenseman Brock Hurley sees something unique with the North Harford boys lacrosse team this season.
4:39 PM CDT, April 11, 2013
Boys Lacrosse Game of the Week: No. 4 Loyola at No. 2 St. Paul's
No. 4 Loyola (7-3) at No. 2 St. Paul's (10-1)
8:18 PM CDT, April 12, 2013
No. 5 McDonogh boys lacrosse team finishes strong in 8-6 win over No. 4 Loyola
For the McDonogh boys lacrosse team, Friday's game at Loyola was starting to resemble its loss against Boys' Latin earlier in the week.
5:28 PM CDT, April 10, 2013
Varsity Q&A with Leah Allen, Glenelg, softball
Glenelg senior shortstop Leah Allen has to go way back to recall her first memory with a bat in her hand.
5:03 PM CDT, April 9, 2013
John Carroll guard Rodney Elliott commits to UMBC
John Carroll point guard Rodney Elliott has spent the past four years starring against local competition. For the next four years, the Baltimore Sun first-team All-Metro selection will stay close to home and attempt to do the same in the America East.
8:14 PM CDT, April 9, 2013
No. 1 Boys' Latin opens MIAA play with 15-10 win over No. 5 McDonogh
The No. 1 Boys' Latin lacrosse team has a skillful attack that puts overwhelming pressure on opponents.
7:44 PM CDT, April 5, 2013
No. 2 South River squeezes out 2-1 win over No. 9 Severna Park
As a four-year varsity player, captain and the catalyst of his team's undefeated start this season, South River pitcher Scott Mitchell has earned the right to have a say.
12:42 PM CDT, April 4, 2013
Boys Lacrosse Game of the Week: No. 4 McDonogh at No. 1 Boys' Latin
No. 4 McDonogh (6-2) at No. 1 Boys' Latin (8-0)
9:02 PM CDT, April 2, 2013
Balanced effort lifts No. 7 Loyola past No. 5 Hereford, 8-4, in lacrosse
The Hereford boys lacrosse team opened eyes with an upset win over then-No. 2 Gilman last week.
11:17 AM CDT, March 27, 2013
Varsity Q&A with Mikey Wynne, St. Paul's, lacrosse
It's the same quick release and precise aim for Mikey Wynne this season. What's new, however, is the standout attackman's uniform.
8:11 PM CDT, March 22, 2013
No. 6 St. Paul's boys come back for 8-4 win over No. 8 Hereford
When the St. Paul's boys lacrosse team looked back on what went wrong in its disappointing 3-15 season last year, an early overtime loss to Hereford was one of the worst memories.
10:43 PM CDT, March 16, 2013
Blast win MISL championship with 8-6 win over Missouri Comets
It took a half Saturday night for the Blast to play the top-notch style of indoor soccer it had displayed throughout the 2012-13 Major Indoor Soccer League season, but it was worth the wait for the home team.
5:16 PM CDT, March 20, 2013
No. 8 Hereford seeks to break record with ninth state title in boys lacrosse
The sirens blared and lights danced as a line of fire trucks rolled up a brief stretch of Interstate 83 before taking Mount Carmel Road on the way to Hereford High School.
9:22 PM CDT, March 15, 2013
No. 5 Edmondson boys beat Oakdale in 2OT to advance to 2A title game
If you first don't succeed, try again. And then, if needed, try yet again.
7:32 PM CDT, March 16, 2013
No. 1 Dunbar boys beat No. 9 New Town, 54-52, for fourth straight Class 1A state title
Breathing a collective sigh of relief before celebrating, Maryland's most prolific boys basketball team — Dunbar — added to the program's legacy in Saturday's Class 1A state championship game at the University of Maryland's Comcast Center.
6:08 PM CDT, March 15, 2013
No. 9 New Town boys top Brunswick, 52-44, to advance to Class 1A title game
Defensively, the New Town boys basketball team came ready to play in Friday's Class 1A state semifinal against Brunswick.
10:08 PM CDT, March 14, 2013
No. 10 Poly boys fall to Magruder, 62-50, in Class 4A semifinal
The Poly boys basketball team needed some time to get comfortable in the Class 4A state semifinal at the University of Maryland's Comcast Center on Thursday night.
8:19 PM CDT, March 14, 2013
No. 4 Milford Mill boys roll into 3A title game with 78-53 win over Urbana
The Milford Mill boys basketball team set a fast pace to Thursday's Class 3A state semifinal game, challenging overmatched Urbana to keep up.
12:50 PM CDT, March 13, 2013
Previewing Blast vs. Missouri Comets in Major Indoor Soccer League championship
Blast at Missouri Comets
11:06 AM CDT, March 13, 2013
Previewing the boys basketball state semifinals at Comcast Center
(All games at University of Maryland's Comcast Center)
8:10 PM CST, March 5, 2013
Randallstown holds off No. 13 Lake Clifton in 2A North semifinals
The Randallstown boys basketball team had the ultimate fourth-quarter test of character.
10:44 AM CDT, March 13, 2013
Varsity Q&A with Darius Walker, Edmondson, basketball
When he's not on the basketball court, Edmondson senior guard Darius Walker is more laid back than loud.
8:40 PM CST, March 7, 2013
Edmondson claims Class 2A North regional title in boys basketball
Edmondson boys basketball coach Darnell Dantzler was caught in the moment Thursday night at Randallstown, emotionally accepting one hug after the next while his players were in the background loudly celebrating.
8:56 PM CST, March 8, 2013
Milford Mill defeats City to capture Class 3A North title
Milford Mill junior forward Allen Costley had an emphatic dunk with 3 minutes, 13 seconds to play against visiting City that made a statement that the Class 3A North region belonged to the Millers.
1:20 PM CST, March 8, 2013
After passing first test, Blast focused on beating Chicago Soul
Mission accomplished for the Blast earlier this week in Chicago.
12:44 AM CST, March 8, 2013
Boys basketball regional finals: No. 1 Dunbar cruises, 67-44
No. 1 Dunbar comfortably found its way back to a familiar place Thursday, wrapping up the Class 1A South region with a 67-44 win over Ben Franklin-Masonville. The win sends the three-time defending state champions back to the state semifinals next week.
4:25 PM CST, March 4, 2013
Previewing Blast vs. Chicago Soul in Major Indoor Soccer League playoffs
Blast (21-5) at Chicago Soul (11-15)
3:47 PM CST, February 28, 2013
Varsity Q&A with Jack Mutchnik, St. Paul's, wrestling
Seconds fly by in a lifetime and most ticks go unnoticed.
4:50 PM CST, February 26, 2013
Boys Athlete of the Week: Maury Sall, Pikesville, indoor track
The junior standout led Pikesville to its first Class 1A state championship, winning two races, taking second in another and anchoring a winning relay that clinched the team victory at the Prince George's Sports and Learning Complex in Landover on Feb. 18.
8:46 PM CST, February 25, 2013
Mount St. Joseph wins fifth BCL tournament championship
There's no question that the No. 3 Mount St. Joseph boys basketball team has revolved around the All-Metro guard tandem of Kameron Williams and Phil Booth the past two seasons.
11:11 PM CST, February 19, 2013
Daxter Miles' late 3-pointer lifts No. 2 Dunbar over No. 5 Edmondson for city title
Dunbar senior guard Daxter Miles has shown a knack for the dramatics when the No. 2 Poets have played Edmondson this season.
8:28 PM CST, February 28, 2013
No. 8 City pulls away for 70-52 win over Digital Harbor in 3A North quarterfinal
City had brief spurts of quality offense and defense in the first half of Thursday's Class 3A North quarterfinal boys basketball game against Digital Harbor, but the Knights were unable to put everything together to shake the visiting Rams.
9:00 PM CST, February 17, 2013
St. Frances' big three power Panthers past Mount St. Joseph for MIAA A Conference crown
There hasn't been a boys basketball team in the area able to consistently match the size, athleticism, depth and togetherness that No. 1 St. Frances has brought to the court this season.
9:49 PM CST, February 24, 2013
Mount St. Joseph beats John Carroll, 62-53, in BCL semifinal
The Mount St. Joseph boys basketball team took care of two things in Sunday's Baltimore Catholic League semifinal against John Carroll at Loyola University's Reitz Arena.
7:31 PM CST, February 18, 2013
St. Maria Goretti's Martin Geben named BCL Player of the Year
The St. Maria Goretti boys basketball team won three of the top awards at the Baltimore Catholic League's awards banquet Monday night at Snyder's Willow Grove Restaurant in Linthicum.
9:45 PM CST, February 23, 2013
Blast closes regular season with 10-6 win over rival Wave
The Blast completed its 2012-13 regular season with a fundamentally sound stamp of approval Saturday night against the two-time defending Major Indoor Soccer League champion Milwaukee Wave.
5:22 PM CST, February 11, 2013
John Carroll's Rodney Elliott Jr. confident with the game in his hands
The John Carroll boys basketball team has found a safe haven for the basketball when games come down to the final seconds.
2:54 PM CST, February 10, 2013
Varsity Game of the Week: No. 3 Dunbar at No. 8 City
No. 3 Dunbar at No. 8 City
10:01 PM CST, February 16, 2013
After losing lead, Blast finish off Wichita, 12-6, at 1st Mariner Arena
The Blast had a difficult time finishing off scoring chances for much of Saturday's game against the visiting Wichita Wings, enabling them to hang around long enough to make it appear that they might leave 1st Mariner Arena with a win.
4:02 PM CST, February 3, 2013
Spalding coach helping team move past incident at St. Frances
Boys basketball practice at Archbishop Spalding on Saturday was more than just running drills, practicing jumpers and preparing for Sunday afternoon's game at St. Maria Goretti, a 58-56 loss for the Cavaliers.
2:31 PM CST, February 22, 2013
Blast prepare for playoffs with first place on the line vs. Milwaukee Wave
The Blast has the ideal primer for the upcoming Major Indoor Soccer League playoffs as the team closes out its regular season at 1st Mariner Arena on Saturday — a game against the two-time defending league champion Milwaukee Wave.
9:37 PM CST, February 2, 2013
Blast pulls away from last-place Silver Knights in fourth quarter
The Blast was able to sneak away with two wins this weekend, sweeping the Syracuse Silver Knights in a home-and-home series that concluded with an 11-6 victory Saturday night.
9:10 PM CST, February 1, 2013
No. 9 Arundel boys dominate Old Mill in 70-35 rout
The Arundel boys basketball team had several highlights in the first quarter against visiting Old Mill, most notably an alley-oop slam by Markus Oliphant and a drive by Keaton Mack at the buzzer.
4:56 PM CST, January 30, 2013
Q&A with Arundel boys basketball player Ryan Hill
One of the key components to Arundel's consistent success in recent years has been how players have been able to take on expanded roles as their careers have progressed.
8:29 PM CST, February 15, 2013
No. 8 City boys beat No. 12 Poly, 68-53, but miss out on Baltimore City title game
The No. 8 City boys basketball team gained a lot from a 68-53 win over No. 12 Poly on Friday in a regular-season finale that helped to determine the final spot in next week's Baltimore City Division I championship game.
9:59 PM CST, February 13, 2013
New Town boys win coach 500th victory in game vs. No. 11 Randallstown
New Town boys basketball coach Mike Daniel has had a simple philosophy go a long way in his 29 years of coaching in the area.
4:29 PM CST, February 13, 2013
Varsity Q&A with Ahmaad Wilson, Randallstown, basketball
With the Class 2A playoffs quickly approaching, Randallstown senior guard Ahmaad Wilson looks to lead the Rams on an extended postseason run.
5:45 PM CST, January 31, 2013
Blast this weekend: Home-and-home series vs. Syracuse Silver Knights
Blast vs. Syracuse Silver Knights
10:57 PM CST, January 24, 2013
Digital Harbor boys top Woodlawn, 55-45, in opening night of Basketball Academy
The Digital Harbor boys basketball team has been known to round into form late in the season to make a strong playoff push, winning consecutive state titles in 2009 and 2010 in that manner.
7:18 PM CST, February 8, 2013
For Daxter Miles, a welcome to Dunbar's proud basketball history
The Dunbar gym was sweltering during the Poets' boys basketball game against Baltimore City rival Edmondson earlier this season.
1:22 PM CST, January 27, 2013
Varsity Game of the Week: No. 12 Oakland Mills at River Hill
No. 12 Oakland Mills at River Hill
9:06 PM CST, January 25, 2013
Big third quarter lifts Blast to 20-9 victory over Rochester Lancers
The Blast scored in bunches on Friday night and there were far too many for the Rochester Lancers to keep up.
5:43 PM CST, January 23, 2013
Boys Athlete of the Week: Rodney Elliott, John Carroll, basketball
The senior guard enjoyed a memorable week, capped on Friday when he hit a second straight game-winning shot in the closing seconds that led the No. 3 Patriots (19-6) to a 42-41 win against No. 1 St. Frances.
1:33 AM CST, January 19, 2013
Varsity basketball: Elliott's late shot lifts John Carroll
John Carroll senior guard Rodney Elliott hit a jumper with 3.8 seconds left as the No. 7 Patriots edged No. 1 St. Frances, 42-41, on Friday night in Bel Air.
9:13 PM CST, January 26, 2013
No. 5 Milford Mill boys beat No. 10 Edmondson, 69-66, at the buzzer
Ball movement and trusting teammates are two things the Milford Mill boys basketball team preaches on offense.
9:34 PM CST, January 5, 2013
Blast surges past Lancers again, 15-5, to stay perfect at home
It's easy to understand why the Blast didn't go into Saturday's night's game against the Rochester Lancers with any added motivation.
9:31 PM CST, January 21, 2013
Long's 3-pointer gives John Carroll 53-50 win over Spalding
John Carroll senior guard Rodney Elliott passed the buzzer-beating torch to sophomore Elijah Long against Archbishop Spalding on Monday, producing the same positive result that is fast becoming the norm for the Patriots.
9:10 PM CST, January 16, 2013
No. 1 St. Frances blows out No. 2 Mount St. Joseph, 61-48
The gap between No. 1 St. Frances and the rest of the area's top basketball teams has been growing on a regular basis.
12:23 PM CST, January 5, 2013
No. 2 Alabama's Cyrus Jones Jr. 'can't wait' for BCS title game vs. No. 1 Notre Dame
When former Gilman star Cyrus Jones Jr. finished sorting through his 40-plus football scholarships following his senior season, he concluded Alabama was the right place for him.
1:54 PM CST, January 20, 2013
Varsity Game of the Week: No. 4 Milford Mill vs. No. 10 Edmondson
No. 4 Milford Mill vs. No. 10 Edmondson
12:49 PM CST, January 16, 2013
Q&A with Dulaney basketball player Gavan Scanlan
When Dulaney senior Gavan Scanlan made the varsity basketball team as a freshman, he was 6 feet tall and played point guard.
9:29 PM CST, January 9, 2013
Miles leads the way as No. 3 Dunbar beats No. 4 Edmondson in 2OT
Dunbar standout newcomer Daxter Miles' immediate introduction to the Poets' boys basketball rivalry with Edmondson wasn't ideal, as he was quickly sent to the bench with two first-quarter fouls Wednesday.
2:13 PM CST, January 3, 2013
Nearing midpoint of season, Blast finding success as 'one big family'
The Blast roster is a melting pot — there are slightly more first- and second-year players than veterans, and more are from Brazil than the Baltimore area.
8:11 PM CST, January 18, 2013
Daxter Miles, Kamau Stokes lead No. 3 Dunbar boys over No. 8 Poly, 55-43
It was just two weeks ago that the Dunbar boys basketball team finally settled on its starting lineup.
4:39 PM CST, January 1, 2013
Boys Athlete of the Week: Conan Schuster, Loyola, wrestling
The senior dominated the 170-pound class at the Mount Mat Madness tournament at UMBC this weekend, pinning all five of his opponents in the first period to become the Dons' first-ever individual champion at the prestigious event. Schuster, who is ranked No. 2 in the weight class by the Maryland State Wrestling Association, closed out the impressive outing with a 57-second fall against Huntingtown's No. 7-ranked Colton Rowe in Saturday's title bout. He is 14-0 on the season with all of his wins coming by pins — 13 in the first period. The Dons' captain has a 120-25 career mark. He is considering the U.S. Coast Guard Academy, where his older brother and former Loyola standout, Colin, is wrestling.
8:17 PM CST, January 8, 2013
No. 7 City rides long run to 54-38 win over No. 13 Lake Clifton
There was a significant stretch during Tuesday's game against visiting Lake Clifton when everything at both ends went just about right for City.
9:23 PM CST, January 2, 2013
Senior leaders lift No. 1 St. Frances over No. 2 Mount St. Joseph
After seeing the game dramatically change when visiting Mount St. Joseph dominated the third quarter, the St. Frances boys basketball team dug in and did what it does best in the final frame.
11:09 AM CST, December 20, 2012
Q&A with Poly basketball player Darrion Stokes-Graham
When Poly senior Darrion Stokes-Graham is asked to look back on 2012, he can't help but smile. It has been a good year for him.
5:09 PM CST, January 6, 2013
Varsity Game of the Week: No. 4 Edmondson at No. 3 Dunbar
No. 4 Edmondson at No. 3 Dunbar
8:37 PM CST, January 4, 2013
Without Daxter Miles, No. 3 Dunbar comes back to beat No. 15 Patterson, 47-45
The No. 3 Dunbar boys basketball team overcame the absence of two key players, as well as a slow-down philosophy from No. 15 Patterson in Friday's showdown between two defending state champions.
12:18 PM CST, December 25, 2012
South Carroll's Gavin McTavish follows older brother's lead
While Ryan and Gavin McTavish were growing up in Mount Airy, a chain reaction of three noises routinely came from their household.
5:02 PM CST, January 3, 2013
Q&A with Westminster basketball player Mackenzie Murray
It's easy to understand why Westminster senior guard Mackenzie Murray is savoring her time on the basketball court more than many others this season.
1:45 PM CST, January 13, 2013
Varsity Game of the Week: No. 1 St. Frances at No. 2 Mount St. Joseph
No. 1 St. Frances at No. 2 Mount St. Joseph
8:37 AM CST, December 20, 2012
Unbeaten Blast looks to make history this weekend
With a 9-0 mark going into Friday's game on the road against the Chicago Soul, the Blast will be looking for a piece of history with an opportunity to tie the franchise mark for best start to a season.
7:22 PM CST, December 21, 2012
No. 11 Lake Clifton routs No. 14 Forest Park, 58-35, in boys basketball
The Lake Clifton boys basketball team had one of those special quarters when almost everything went right on Friday.
11:57 PM CST, December 27, 2012
Roundup: Lake Clifton boys knock off No. 12 Randallstown
The Lake Clifton boys basketball team is mostly quick and small, and the Lakers are well-aware there will be games when they have to scrap for everything to get a win.
8:51 PM CST, December 19, 2012
No. 5 Milford Mill boys ride hot 2nd quarter past New Town, 62-46
The Milford Mill boys basketball team has set a lofty standard in Baltimore County, winning the past four county championships and claiming two state titles in that span.
8:38 PM CST, December 18, 2012
Poly hands Ben Franklin-Masonville first loss of season in boys basketball
Deep and versatile, the Poly boys basketball team can win games a number of different ways.
2:15 AM CST, December 16, 2012
Blast gets one win shy of best start with another complete victory
The Blast is playing with an air of confidence that's easy to notice these days.
9:25 PM CST, December 7, 2012
Despite slow start, Blast beats Wings to improve to 8-0
Good teams find ways to win against a lesser opponent even when they may not be on top of their game.
2:15 PM CST, December 9, 2012
Boys basketball game to watch: Princeton Day at No. 3 St. Frances
Princeton Day Academy at No. 3 St. Frances
7:21 PM CST, December 16, 2012
Varsity Game of the Week: No. 13 Poly at Ben Franklin-Masonville
No. 13 Poly at Ben Franklin-Masonville
6:34 PM CST, November 6, 2012
Calvert Hall upsets defending league champion McDonogh in boys soccer quarterfinal
The last time the McDonogh boys soccer team did not reach the Maryland Interscholastic Athletic Association A Conference championship game was 2005.
8:44 PM CDT, October 23, 2012
No. 12 North County upsets No. 6 Severna Park for Anne Arundel boys soccer title
Midway through the first half of Tuesday's Anne Arundel County boys soccer championship, No. 12 North County had a feeling things may go its way when undefeated No. 6 Severna Park permitted an own goal to give the Knights an early advantage.
9:30 PM CST, November 5, 2012
Archbishop Spalding wins girls soccer championship after shootout
Archbishop Spalding senior midfielder Kelly Patterson was caught in the moment.
9:33 PM CST, December 14, 2012
No. 2 St. Frances finishes big week with win over nationally ranked Travis
Recognizing their talent and potential for something special, members of the St. Frances boys basketball team asked coach Nick Myles during the offseason to beef up their schedule.
5:47 PM CST, November 14, 2012
Q&A with South River soccer player Kacie Longo
South River junior forward Kacie Longo consistently scored goals in the regular season, contributing at least one in all but two of the team's 14 games.
8:12 PM CST, November 7, 2012
Q&A with Perry Hall cross country runner Vince Ciattei
When he started to run competitively as a freshman — going out for cross country to prepare for the basketball season — Perry Hall senior standout Vince Ciattei said he didn't have much success.
4:24 PM CST, December 14, 2012
Blast looks to extend its MISL lead in game vs. second-place Missouri Comets
Missouri Comets (5-3) at Blast (8-0)
9:36 PM CST, December 11, 2012
'Little stuff' seals Cavaliers' upset
With under three minutes to play in the third quarter and his team managing a slim lead against No. 1 Mount St. Joseph, Archbishop Spalding boys basketball coach Derrick Lewis saw something he didn't like and promptly called timeout.
6:03 PM CST, November 17, 2012
Manchester Valley wins 2nd straight Class 1A girls soccer championship
Fall behind a goal, don't panic, score two goals before the half and successfully go from there.
8:19 PM CDT, October 18, 2012
No. 4 Marriotts Ridge boys soccer beats No. 7 Centennial for Howard Co. title
The Marriotts Ridge boys soccer team traveled to Centennial on Thursday with the Howard County championship in the balance.
9:07 PM CST, December 10, 2012
Aquille Carr returns, but Panthers prove to be the stars
Much of the buzz inside the packed gym at St. Frances on Monday night was focused on the return of former Patterson star Aquille Carr, who was back in Baltimore playing for his new team, Princeton Day Academy.
6:12 PM CDT, October 17, 2012
Old Mill soccer player Alli Cislo ready to cap high school career
Old Mill senior Alli Cislo has never craved extra attention, but what she does on the soccer field leaves no choice.
8:01 PM CST, November 8, 2012
Gilman knocks off Curley in MIAA 'A' soccer semi, will face Loyola in final
After playing most of the season at midfield or in back, Gilman's Sam Wancowicz asked whether he could move up to forward with his team down a goal in the second half of Thursday's Maryland Interscholastic Athletic Association A Conference semifinal against No. 1 Archbishop Curley.
9:00 PM CDT, October 31, 2012
Perry Hall girls soccer ends Westminster's season again
Throughout the 80 minutes of Wednesday night's Class 4A North quarterfinal against Westminster, the Perry Hall girls soccer team showed it could cover a lot of ground.
8:50 PM CST, November 17, 2012
Last-minute goal dooms No. 7 Fallston girls soccer in Class 2A title game
The No. 7 Fallston girls soccer team made it clear throughout Saturday's Class 2A state championship game that it wouldn't back down against two-time defending champion Middletown.
5:16 PM CDT, November 3, 2012
No. 1 McDonogh, No. 5 Archbishop Spalding advance to IAAM girls soccer final
It has become a rite of passage in recent years in girls soccer: McDonogh vs. Archbishop Spalding for the Interscholastic Athletic Association of Maryland A Conference championship.
6:21 PM CDT, October 24, 2012
Marriotts Ridge's Buch, Atholton's Nguyen win state titles in golf
In each of the past three years, the Marriotts Ridge golf team took the first-day lead in the Class 2A-1A state championship only to slip back on the second day.
9:08 PM CST, November 15, 2012
No. 1 River Hill edges No. 5 C. Milton Wright, 1-0, in OT for 3A girls soccer title
Late in the second half of Thursday's Class 3A girls soccer state title game, River Hill junior defender Callie Allen had a chance to score the goal that would win the championship for the Hawks, but her shot was turned away by C. Milton Wright sophomore goalkeeper Stacy Venanzi.
3:13 PM CDT, November 2, 2012
With new goalies, Blast prepares for season opener vs. Chicago Soul
Nervous, but ready.
6:35 PM CDT, October 3, 2012
Archbishop Spalding shuts out Mercy in girls soccer
Midway through the season, the No. 2 Archbishop Spalding girls soccer team has displayed a strong defense, creative midfield and capable goal scorers up front.
8:41 PM CDT, September 28, 2012
No. 1 McDonogh edges No. 2 Archbishop Spalding, 1-0, in girls soccer
It was evident early in Friday night's girls soccer showdown between No. 1 McDonogh and No. 2 Archbishop Spalding that whatever ground that was to be gained would have to be well earned.
2:37 AM CDT, September 28, 2012
Fall Sports: Curley wins at Loyola in soccer, 3-1
Visiting No. 3 Archbishop Curley enjoyed another impressive road win Thursday in the Maryland Interscholastic Athletic Association A Conference, getting past No. 2 Loyola, 3-1.
7:20 PM CST, November 11, 2012
Conrad's two goals propel No. 2 Loyola to MIAA A Conference championship
With how tightly contested the Maryland Interscholastic Athletic Association A Conference has been in boys soccer this season, it was only fitting that the deciding goal in Sunday's championship game needed a second effort.
6:23 PM CDT, November 1, 2012
No. 2 Loyola holds off No. 5 Gilman — barely
Nothing has come easy in this Maryland interscholastic Athletic Association A Conference soccer season.
9:07 PM CDT, October 15, 2012
Arundel scores in overtime to beat South River in girls soccer
Arundel's Clarissa Kirsch-Downs wasn't exactly sure how the ball found its way to her in the middle of South River's crowded penalty area in the second overtime of Monday night's girls soccer showdown.
6:44 PM CDT, September 25, 2012
DeGraffenreidt twins create perfect balance for No. 2 Loyola boys soccer team
When twin brothers Jeremy and Michael DeGraffenreidt decided to pick musical instruments when they were younger, nobody close to them was surprised which ones they chose.
9:44 PM CST, November 16, 2012
Vanzela sparkles, Blast surfs over Wave, improving to 4-0
The Blast impressed in winning its first three games of the Major Indoor Soccer League season, but the team knew Friday night's visit from the two-time defending league champion Milwaukee Wave would provide a greater assessment of where it stood in the early season.
9:31 PM CST, November 9, 2012
Big second quarter propels Blast to 17-9 win over Chicago Soul
A few early punches was all the Blast needed Friday night to take out the short-handed Chicago Soul.
5:45 PM CDT, October 6, 2012
No. 1 McDonogh, No. 4 Gilman play to scoreless draw in soccer
When McDonogh and Gilman have played soccer against each other in recent years, scoring opportunities have been rare.
4:21 PM CDT, September 26, 2012
Q&A with River Hill soccer player Katie Arensmeier
River Hill senior midfielder Katie Arensmeier didn't hesitate when asked what her favorite soccer moment was in her three years on varsity.
6:10 PM CDT, September 20, 2012
Q&A with Dulaney cross country runner Isabel Griffith
Dulaney junior Isabel Griffith grew up playing soccer, basketball and lacrosse, and when she entered high school three years ago, she figured she would continue with all of them.
7:44 PM CDT, October 25, 2012
No. 2 Loyola blanks No. 1 McDonogh, 1-0, in boys soccer
The top soccer teams in the tough Maryland Interscholastic Athletic Association A Conference are so close this season that the difference between a win and loss often comes down to the smallest details.
6:38 PM CDT, September 24, 2012
C. Milton Wright squeezes out 2-0 win against Patterson Mill in girls soccer
The first goal scored by the C. Milton Wright girls soccer team against upstart Patterson Mill on Monday provided a fitting sample of the high standard the No. 3 Mustangs have set in Harford County in recent years.
8:54 PM CDT, September 1, 2012
No. 4 C. Milton Wright blanks Reservoir, 3-0, in Tournament of Champions
— With a load of talented seniors coming off two straight appearances in the state semifinals, the C. Milton Wright girls soccer team has made it known that anything short of a state title will be a disappointment this season.
9:53 PM CDT, November 3, 2012
Blast kicks off season with 23-13 win over Chicago Soul
It's no secret the Blast will need its offense cranked up on high to win games in the Major Indoor Soccer League this season, at least early on as the team breaks in two rookie goalkeepers who are brand new to the indoor game.
7:46 PM CDT, September 3, 2012
No. 1 McDonogh cruises to 6-0 win over No. 10 Severna Park in girls soccer
The No. 1 McDonogh girls soccer team did many things right in the first half of its game against No. 10 Severna Park on Monday, but only had one goal to show for it.
1:17 PM CDT, July 30, 2012
Veteran Blast goalkeeper Sagu won't return to team
Veteran Blast goalkeeper Sagu, a member of three championship teams in his eight seasons playing in Baltimore, announced he would not be returning to the team Monday.
7:13 PM CDT, September 12, 2012
No. 2 Spalding rolls past No. 5 John Carroll, 5-0, in IAAM soccer opener
In recent years, the Archbishop Spalding-John Carroll girls soccer rivalry has been dominated by one-goal games, overtimes and a big save or dramatic goal often providing the difference.
8:30 PM CDT, September 4, 2012
No. 3 Archbishop Curley tops No. 7 River Hill, 2-0, in boys soccer
The Archbishop Curley boys soccer team passed an early season test at River Hill on Tuesday, but the young Hawks didn't make things easy.
4:42 PM CDT, June 8, 2012
Boys Lacrosse Player of the Year: Patrick Kelly, Calvert Hall, senior, attack
The No. 1 Cardinals (16-2) had a roster stacked with talented players and capable leaders. But it was Patrick Kelly, a three-year starter and captain, who took charge throughout the season — and in particular the big moments — to lead Calvert Hall to the Maryland Interscholastic Athletic Association A Conference championship.
4:18 PM CDT, June 27, 2012
Loyola's Class 'excited' for Under Armour All-America Lacrosse Classic
Recent Loyola grad Deemer Class has experienced plenty of enjoyment and opportunity through lacrosse.
6:16 PM CDT, June 8, 2012
Boys Lacrosse Coach of the Year: Paul Noone, South River
In his first four seasons as coach of his alma mater, Noone guided the Seahawks to a state championship in 2009 and a second state title-game appearance last spring. His resume added an unexpected and most gratifying 2012 season.
4:11 PM CDT, June 29, 2012
Calvert Hall's Patrick Kelly 'dominant' in senior season
Patrick Kelly crammed a lot of key moments into his senior lacrosse season at Calvert Hall this spring.
4:34 PM CDT, September 5, 2012
Q&A: Emily Lord, Broadneck, soccer
A week into the new school year, Broadneck center midfielder Emily Lord is loving her senior gig.
7:49 PM CDT, May 24, 2012
Hereford boys win their fifth consecutive lacrosse championship
The Hereford boys lacrosse team brought its usual high standard to another Class 3A-2A state championship game Thursday at UMBC Stadium, challenging Glenelg to try to keep up.
9:11 PM CDT, May 23, 2012
South River overcomes 7-0 deficit to beat Westminster for 4A-3A boys lacrosse state title
It has been a familiar scene the past two days at UMBC: lacrosse sticks flying everywhere, a mass celebration, then the traditional team photo with the state championship plaque proudly displayed.
10:18 AM CDT, May 23, 2012
Varsity Q&A: Ashley Ross, Liberty, track and field
In both the classroom and running track, Liberty standout Ashley Ross has shown a knack for getting things done in a quick and efficient manner.
7:28 PM CDT, May 19, 2012
No. 7 Hereford boys beat No. 11 Winters Mill in 3A-2A semifinal
Hereford senior midfielder Ted Demiris has been a dominant faceoff man all season, giving the No. 7 Bulls a decided edge at the start of each possession.
June 9, 2012
Boys Lacrosse Coach of the Year: Paul Noone, South River
In his first four seasons as the coach of his alma mater, Noone guided the Seahawks to a state championship in 2009 and a second state title game appearance last spring. His resume added an unexpected and most gratifying 2012 season.
5:49 PM CDT, May 16, 2012
Glenelg boys beat Marriotts Ridge 11-6, advance to state semifinals
When it comes to the playoffs, the Glenelg boys lacrosse team has that been-there-before way about doing things .
9:57 PM CDT, September 19, 2012
No. 7 South River takes control in second half, beats No. 6 Broadneck in girls soccer
The South River girls soccer team has taken a more positive and direct approach to its halftime talks this season.
7:46 PM CDT, May 11, 2012
No. 4 Boys' Latin avoids late drama, beats No. 5 McDonogh in MIAA lacrosse quarterfinals
On Friday, the Boys' Latin lacrosse team stayed away from the late-game drama that has been present in the past couple meetings with McDonogh.
7:22 PM CDT, September 21, 2012
No. 1 McDonogh girls rout No. 5 Notre Dame Prep, 7-0
Trying to stay with the pace the McDonogh girls soccer team brings to the field is a daunting challenge.
5:57 PM CDT, July 9, 2012
Calvert Hall's Stephen Kelly growing as player with U.S. under-19 team
Stephen Kelly came home from a tryout last summer and approached his parents with an unfamiliar topic.
8:44 PM CDT, May 22, 2012
Fallston boys win Class 2A-1A state lacrosse title
The Fallston boys lacrosse team made the final quarter of the season its finest in Tuesday’s Class 2A-1A state semifinal against South Carroll.
10:55 PM CDT, May 3, 2012
Mike Brey cherishes lessons learned from the Baltimore Catholic League
For the past two seasons, Notre Dame men's basketball coach Mike Brey has had a first hand look at a quality basketball player from the Baltimore Catholic League, watching Mount St. Joseph graduate Eric Atkins develop into a starting point guard for his Fighting Irish.
7:30 PM CDT, September 20, 2012
McDonogh holds off Archbishop Curley for 2-1 win in boys soccer
The first five minutes of Thursday's boys soccer showdown between McDonogh and host Archbishop Curley was a telling preview of what was in store for the rest of the game.
2:44 PM CDT, May 31, 2012
Taylor Cummings and Cyrus Jones Jr. named Baltimore Sun Athletes of the Year
Throughout their illustrious three-sport high school careers — and particularly in their senior years — Gilman's Cyrus Jones Jr. and McDonogh's Taylor Cummings had a knack for owning the big moments.
8:03 PM CDT, May 8, 2012
Loyola routs Mount St. Joseph, 16-5, in final game on old Hargaden Field
Tuesday's regular-season finale for the Loyola lacrosse team was special for a number of reasons.
9:26 PM CDT, March 28, 2012
No. 5 St. Mary's rallies in the 4th to defeat Severna Park, 9-7
Timmy Hardy and Mike Bonacci are playing together on the St. Mary's attack for the first time this season, but you wouldn't have guessed that Wednesday night at Severna Park.
2:47 PM CDT, May 17, 2012
Taking it one step at a time, No. 1 Calvert Hall has one step left
Moments after a four-goal, four-assist performance Tuesday helped send his team back to the Maryland Interscholastic Athletic Association A Conference championship, Calvert Hall's All-Metro senior attackman Patrick Kelly wasn't ready to talk about Friday's big game just yet.
8:46 PM CDT, May 15, 2012
Calvert Hall beats Boys' Latin in MIAA lacrosse semifinal
One of the many strengths on the 2012 Calvert Hall boys lacrosse team is an attack that features a handful of players capable of taking over a game.
7:47 PM CDT, May 1, 2012
Seniors boost Loyola to 11-6 win over Severn in lacrosse
Coming off a disappointing loss as the playoffs loom, Loyola boys lacrosse coach Jack Crawford challenged his talented senior class to take ownership of the team during this home stretch.
6:12 PM CDT, April 13, 2012
Severn boys lacrosse beats Mount St. Joseph, 11-7
With a tight-knit group of seniors and some talented players behind them, the Severn boys lacrosse team had a good feeling about the potential for a breakthrough season.
8:04 PM CDT, May 14, 2012
South River battles back in 4A-3A East boys lacrosse semifinal
The third quarter of the Class 4A-3A East region boys lacrosse semifinal on Monday proved to be a microcosm of the South River boys lacrosse's perfect season.
9:17 PM CDT, March 29, 2012
No. 11 Winters Mill controls 4th quarter in 9-6 win at Westminster
Junior attackman Chase Cullison supplied the needed fourth-quarter offense and No. 11 Winters Mill's defense more than held its own at the other end to defeat host Westminster, 9-6, in Carroll County play Thursday.
8:30 PM CDT, May 4, 2012
No. 4 Gilman needs overtime to beat No. 3 Boys' Latin, 11-10
The storied lacrosse rivalry between Gilman and Boys' Latin added another chapter on Friday, picking up exactly where it left off last season.
3:12 PM CDT, May 2, 2012
Gilman midfielder Jake Matthai putting the finishing touches on a stellar career
The towering lacrosse player, all 6-feet-6 of him, looks surprisingly at home in Gilman's cozy art room, sitting comfortably with a palette in hand and canvas resting at eye level, straight ahead.
6:56 PM CDT, April 17, 2012
No. 3 Calvert Hall shows its mettle in 11-8 win over No. 1 Gilman
Tagged by many as the No. 1 team in the country at the start of the season, the Calvert Hall boys lacrosse team has already had to deal with its share of pressure and adversity.
10:49 AM CDT, March 23, 2012
Boys lacrosse game of the week: Gilman vs. Hereford
No. 2 Gilman@No. 8 Hereford
5:36 PM CDT, May 3, 2012
Varsity Q&A: Evan Horn, Winters Mill, lacrosse
Winters Mill boys lacrosse coach Sal Picataggi gave senior midfielder Evan Horn high praise Wednesday when he simply stated: "When the game is on the line, I want the ball in Evan's stick."
8:09 PM CDT, April 3, 2012
Boys' Latin forces overtime but falls to No. 1 lacrosse team in country
The Boys' Latin lacrosse team had a chance to see how it stacked up against the country's top-ranked team Tuesday when undefeated Conestoga (Pa.) visited.
4:38 PM CDT, March 22, 2012
Varsity Q & A: Jordon Kneisly, South River, boys lacrosse
One measly goal.
5:48 PM CDT, April 12, 2012
Varsity Q&A: Melanie Slowinski, Glen Burnie, softball
Carrying a .667 batting average into this week, it's clear senior shortstop Melanie Slowinski has had her share of big games for No. 1 Glen Burnie.
10:08 PM CDT, April 21, 2012
McDonogh claims overtime victory against St. Mary's
The McDonogh boys lacrosse team watched their four-goal lead vanish quickly in the fourth quarter of Saturday's match against St. Mary's.
12:21 AM CDT, May 19, 2012
No. 1 Calvert Hall romps over No. 2 Loyola, 17-3, in MIAA lacrosse final
Going into the Maryland Interscholastic Athletic Association A Conference playoffs, Calvert Hall coach Bryan Kelly said a team has to be playing great lacrosse and also have some breaks go its way to claim one of the country's most prized championships.
9:23 PM CDT, April 4, 2012
No. 6 Hereford flexes its muscles while winning Fred Sheckells tournament
The No. 6 Hereford boys lacrosse team bullied past the competition at Fallston's Fred Sheckells tournament Wednesday, defeting Dulaney 12-3 in the championship game after cruising past No. 11 Winters Mill in the semifinals.
6:38 PM CDT, March 26, 2012
Boys' Latin speeds away to 14-6 win against Fallston
Early in the season with a young roster, the Boys' Latin lacrosse team is still finding out what it's all about.
10:14 PM CDT, March 16, 2012
Baltimore Blast routed by Milwaukee Wave in series opener
The Blast took a calculated risk in its best-of-three Major Indoor Soccer League championship series against the rival and defending champion Milwaukee Wave, opting to play the first game on its home turf on Friday.
1:35 AM CST, March 4, 2012
Dunbar digs in, overcomes Forest Park in 1A South, 62-54
The Dunbar boys basketball team was in unfamiliar territory midway through the fourth quarter of Saturday's Class 1A South region title game against visiting Forest Park, trailing by three points with another trip to the state tournament in the balance.
7:59 PM CST, March 1, 2012
No. 6 Lake Clifton speeds past Owings Mills in Class 2A North semifinals
The Lake Clifton boys basketball team set a fast pace early against Owings Mills in Thursday's Class 2A North semifinal, challenging the visiting Eagles to keep up.
7:05 PM CDT, April 20, 2012
Natoli's 4 RBIs lead No. 7 Howard over No. 1 Reservoir, 6-0
Howard softball coach Chuck Rice couldn't single out any one player or particular aspect of Friday's win at No. 1 Reservoir.
7:23 PM CST, March 9, 2012
New Town boys make late push to reach Class 1A final
COLLEGE PARK — The Class 1A state semifinal between New Town and Smithsburg was filled with momentum swings.
10:44 PM CDT, March 16, 2012
For boys lacrosse players, the recruiting process is starting earlier than ever
Like any 15-year-old, St. Paul's lacrosse standout Spencer Parks thought the attention was pretty cool.
9:02 PM CST, February 25, 2012
Booth helps power Mount St. Joseph into BCL championship
Sophomore guard Phil Booth scored 10 of his team-high 19 points in the third quarter and added a last-minute blocked shot as No. 5 Mount St. Joseph fended off Archbishop Spalding, 54-49, in the Baltimore Catholic League semfinals at Stevenson University.
5:00 PM CST, February 26, 2012
Mount St. Joseph avenges loss to John Carroll last week by winning BCL title
Things weren't looking good for the Mount St. Joseph basketball team in Sunday's 41st Baltimore Catholic League title game. Against defending champion John Carroll, a poor first half had the Gaels frustrated and down by nine points.
2:57 PM CST, February 23, 2012
Varsity Q&A: Dan Mullen, South Carroll, basketball
It's safe to say the South Carroll boys basketball team has taken on the personality of its point guard, senior Dan Mullen.
9:35 PM CDT, March 23, 2012
No. 2 Gilman runs away from No. 8 Hereford, 10-3
When comparing the top private schools with the public ones in boys lacrosse, across-the-board depth is often considered the biggest difference.
10:02 AM CST, January 26, 2012
Severna Park baseball coach Jim McCandless dead at 43
Severna Park baseball coach Jim McCandless, who guided the Falcons to three state championships in his 12 seasons coaching his alma mater, died Tuesday. He was 43.
9:27 PM CST, February 21, 2012
Dunbar holds off Patterson to win Baltimore City boys basketball title
The Dunbar boys basketball team has had its share of success at the state level in recent years, winning the past two Class 1A titles and making regular visits to Comcast Center.
9:38 PM CST, December 16, 2011
Blast holds on for first home victory of the season
The Blast shrugged off its early-season home struggles, had the important bounces go its way and, most importantly, stayed on course for all 60 minutes Friday night against the visiting Missouri Comets.
10:23 PM CST, March 9, 2012
No. 4 Lake Clifton holds strong to beat No. 12 South Carroll
COLLEGE PARK — With six minutes left in Friday night's Class 2A state semifinal game, the Lake Clifton boys basketball team finally got what it wanted.
9:44 PM CST, February 10, 2012
South Carroll tops Century to repeat as Carroll County champion
The South Carroll boys basketball team takes few secrets to the hardwood.
5:32 PM CST, February 20, 2012
Attention to detail goes beyond the court for Milford Mill's Holley
Milford Mill boys basketball coach Albert Holley begins knocking out his checklist the night before a big game.
7:48 PM CST, December 28, 2011
Jones, No. 1 Aberdeen roll to IAABO tournament title
LARGO — The last time a Baltimore-area team captured the prestigious IAABO Holiday Girls Basketball Tournament, now in its 39th year, was 13 years ago.
7:26 PM CST, March 3, 2012
Carr's dunk fuels No. 5 Patterson past No. 1 Milford Mill in 3A North final
8:27 PM CST, February 19, 2012
No. 5 John Carroll stifles No. 2 Mount St. Joseph to win MIAA A Conference title
When Mount St. Joseph guard Kameron Williams let go of a desperation, midcourt shot with two seconds left in Sunday's Maryland Interscholastic Athletic Association A Conference championship game, all that was left for the John Carroll players was to see if, this time, they had done enough.
5:41 PM CST, February 19, 2012
Cyrus Jones, Ryan Ripken power Gilman to MIAA B Conference hoops crown
A trio of veterans propelled the Gilman basketball team Sunday to the program's third Maryland Interscholastic Athletic Association B Conference championship.
9:32 PM CST, March 2, 2012
Offense builds for the blast in 18-12 victory
If Friday night's performance against the Wichita Wings is any indication, the Blast can cross out scoring goals as a concern going into the upcoming Major Indoor Soccer League playoffs.
2:58 PM CST, February 2, 2012
Varsity Q&A: David Nicholson, Arundel, basketball
Enjoying a banner senior season as the leading scorer on an undefeated team, David Nicholson could easily find countless special moments where he did this or that to help the Wildcats win a game.
9:41 PM CST, February 17, 2012
Cormier carries No. 1 Milford Mill to another Baltimore County title
The No. 1 Milford Mill boys basketball team knocked out another of its season goals on Friday night, one that has impressively become routine.
8:33 PM CST, January 17, 2012
Lake Clifton shuts down Edmondson late for 60-50 win
The Lake Clifton boys basketball team received a four-quarter test from visiting Edmondson on Tuesday night, staying the course to find the necessary answers during the game's most important moments.
8:20 PM CST, February 3, 2012
Guard Aaron Parks leads Lake Clifton boys to win
The Lake Clifton boys basketball team has something special going on these days.
11:55 AM CST, December 10, 2011
Girls Soccer Coach of the Year: Harry Canellakis, McDonogh
Harry Canellakis
10:03 PM CST, January 27, 2012
Former Don Akira Fitzgerald helps Blast shut down Norfolk
For the first half and a minute more, it looked as if the Blast would have another easy time manhandling Norfolk on Friday night.
9:35 PM CST, January 26, 2012
Senior Thomas leads No. 2 Milford Mill past No. 1 Dunbar, 55-53
Well played and tightly contested throughout, Thursday night's showdown between No. 1 Dunbar and No. 2 Milford Mill only needed one thing in the fourth quarter — a player to make the difference.
9:17 PM CST, February 1, 2012
Blast clinch home field in East final with a 26-4 win over Norfolk
One of the promotions at 1st Mariner Arena this season involves the Blast's cheerleaders passing out free Snickers bars after every goal for the home team.
3:08 PM CST, January 11, 2012
Varsity Q&A: Donte Pretlow, Dunbar boys basketball
As point guard for the two-time defending Class 1A state champions, senior Donte Pretlow is filled with Poet Pride. The responsibilities that come with running the show for one of the country's most storied programs are both challenging and rewarding.
9:19 PM CST, December 20, 2011
Mount St. Joseph relies on fundamentals to put away Glenelg Country, 57-41
The Mount St. Joseph basketball team has a number of constants to fall back on when its offense is out of sorts.
5:12 PM CST, January 24, 2012
Poets writing another verse to their storied history
The corner of Orleans and Central in East Baltimore was swarming with anticipation.
8:59 PM CST, January 31, 2012
Tripp sparks No. 11 Edmondson to 68-61 upset win over No. 1 Dunbar
The Dunbar gym and the No. 1 Poets' defense were both cranked up in the closing minute of Tuesday's boys basketball game against No. 11 Edmondson.
8:36 PM CST, January 20, 2012
No. 1 Dunbar survives a test from No. 13 Poly, 58-51
The No. 1 Dunbar boys basketball team has long been accustomed to getting an opponent's very best and yet finding a way to come away with a win.
5:58 PM CST, December 15, 2011
Game of the Week: No. 5 Milford Mill (1-0) at Owings Mills (3-0)
When: Friday, 7 p.m.
10:31 PM CST, January 3, 2012
Arundel recovers from loss of big lead to beat Glen Burnie in final seconds
The Arundel boys basketball team went into Tuesday's game against Anne Arundel County rival Glen Burnie well aware that the difference between winning and losing would likely come down to executing in the final minutes.
8:07 PM CST, February 7, 2012
Patterson boys upset No. 1 Lake Clifton
For the past two years, the Patterson boys basketball team has become one of the finest in the area in large part due to an explosive offense that few opponents can keep up with.
8:55 PM CST, December 7, 2011
McDonogh bears down late to beat Calvert Hall, 46-44, in boys basketball
The McDonogh boys basketball team had to rely on some improvisation in its tightly contested game at Calvert Hall on Wednesday.
10:15 PM CST, November 12, 2011
Blast lack cohesiveness in 18-7 loss to expansion Syracuse
With seven new players on a Blast roster that is now dominated by youth, it's understandable that the team may need some time to come together this Major Indoor Soccer League season.
5:59 PM CST, December 27, 2011
Boys basketball: Ben Franklin erases 18-point deficit to upset No. 10 Centennial
After losing close games to two ranked opponents already this season, the Ben Franklin-Masonville boys basketball team followed a difficult path to get over the hump in its third chance Tuesday.
9:18 PM CST, December 10, 2011
Blast blows another lead, falls to 0-3 at home this season
The Blast's struggles at 1st Mariner Arena continued to grow Saturday night with another puzzling collapse.
9:40 PM CST, January 6, 2012
Blast routs Syracuse, 21-6, to build on Eastern Division lead
The home game woes that plagued the Baltimore Blast earlier in the season are clearly long gone.
11:53 AM CST, December 10, 2011
Girls Soccer Player of the Year: Ashley Spivey, McDonogh
Ashley Spivey
10:10 PM CST, December 5, 2011
Carr opens season with 27-point game as Patterson beats Coolidge, 100-76
Opening-season nerves appeared at the start for the No. 1 Patterson boys basketball team on Monday, but they didn't stick around for long against Washington D.C.-based Coolidge.
9:40 PM CST, December 9, 2011
Long's block lifts No. 2 Mount St. Joe to 78-76 OT win over No. 3 St. Frances
Mount St. Joseph junior Lavon Long provided the last of a number of big plays in overtime against visiting St. Frances — and each and every one was needed for the No. 2 Gaels to come away with a thrilling 78-76 win over the No. 3 Panthers.
9:47 PM CST, January 24, 2012
John Carroll uses big third quarter to beat St. Frances for sixth straight time
The John Carroll boys basketball team traveled to St. Frances on Tuesday night with nothing fancy in mind.
9:27 PM CST, December 19, 2011
Patterson dictates pace from first tip, beats City, 69-58
The No. 1 Patterson boys basketball team did many things well early on against No. 7 City on Monday.
6:08 PM CST, December 8, 2011
Game of the Week: No. 3 St. Frances at No. 2 Mount St. Joseph
No. 3 St. Frances (2-0) at No. 2 Mount St. Joseph (6-0)
11:25 PM CST, December 2, 2011
Transfer of power in boys basketball
After getting his first sample of Annapolis basketball during a scrimmage early in the preseason, newcomer Jourdan Stickler left practice a bit winded.
2:51 PM CST, November 30, 2011
Varsity Q&A: Riley Davis, River Hill, football
As a freshman in 2008, Riley Davis had the opportunity to dress on varsity when River Hill won its second straight state championship at M&T Bank Stadium. He made sure to soak in the experience, ambitiously thinking ahead to the day when he would be a senior and perhaps have an opportunity to play a bigger role in winning another state title.
10:02 PM CST, November 8, 2011
Perry Hall boys soccer team moves on with 1-0 win over Westminster
The Perry Hall boys soccer team was once again jubilant on Tuesday.
8:09 PM CDT, November 2, 2011
Mark Karcher says he was forced to resign as St. Frances coach
The first day of practice for the St. Frances boys basketball team on Wednesday had a much different feel than expected.
3:47 PM CST, December 15, 2011
Blast tonight: Missouri Comets (7-3) at Blast (5-3)
When: Friday, 7:35 p.m.
9:33 PM CDT, November 1, 2011
Reservoir edges No. 7 Centennial, 1-0, to advance to girls soccer regional semifinals
The Reservoir girls soccer team had to battle through an uneven regular season that featured more losses than wins, but one fact remains: The Gators are the defending Class 3A state champions.
5:36 PM CST, November 10, 2011
Blast midfielder Pat Healey continuing to make his father proud
During his college soccer days at Towson, Pat Healey grew accustomed to receiving a text message from his father on game days.
6:43 PM CDT, October 28, 2011
Senior Brown scores twice in first half as No. 3 Gilman beats No. 1 Loyola, 3-0
At Thursday's practice, Gilman boys soccer coach Jon Seal challenged senior forward Cotter Brown to be the difference in the No. 3 Greyhounds' important season finale at No. 1 Loyola on Friday.
8:10 PM CST, November 18, 2011
No. 4 Severna Park drops Class 4A final to Bethesda-CC in penalty kicks
For the 100 minutes of soccer played in Friday's Class 4A girls championship game, Severna Park was confidently able to say it had the better of the play against a Bethesda-Chevy Chase team that had won state titles the past three years.
6:54 PM CDT, October 4, 2011
McDonogh comes out firing in 4-1 boys soccer win over Loyola
For the No. 2 McDonogh boys soccer team, the most efficient way to put a damper on surging Loyola on Tuesday afternoon was to start fast.
4:14 PM CDT, October 19, 2011
Varsity Q&A: Abby Smucker, C. Milton Wright, soccer
Abby Smucker is in the midst of a memorable week.
5:09 PM CDT, October 6, 2011
Trio of local girls soccer stars will unite at Maryland
This fall, midfielder Ashley Spivey has her heart set on leading the No. 1 McDonogh girls soccer team to its second straight Interscholastic Athletic Association of Maryland A Conference championship.
2:40 PM CST, November 9, 2011
Varsity Q&A: Elyse Smidinger, Arundel, golf
After competing at a high level in gymnastics throughout her childhood, Arundel senior Elyse Smidinger switched to golf when she was in the eighth grade.
9:36 PM CDT, October 25, 2011
Reservoir boys, River Hill girls capture District V soccer titles
The Reservoir boys soccer team put together two strong halves in the District V championship game against Broadneck on Tuesday, pushing forward to earn a first-half lead and continuing to press in the second to protect it.
7:08 PM CDT, November 4, 2011
Senior Nance lifts No. 6 Severna Park girls soccer into 4A East final
Severna Park forward Jennifer Nance made the right side her very own workshop in the first half of the Class 4A East Region semifinal against Anne Arundel County rival South River.
4:40 PM CST, November 12, 2011
No. 5 C. Milton Wright falls one goal shy of 3A state final again
For a second straight year, the Class 3A state semifinals turned out to be a disappointing roadblock for the C. Milton Wright girls soccer team.
8:30 PM CDT, September 19, 2011
McDonogh beats Spalding again in girls soccer, 2-0
The top-ranked McDonogh girls soccer team visited primary rival and No. 3 Archbishop Spalding on Monday, and they had a new role.
8:14 PM CDT, September 26, 2011
Early surge leads No. 6 River Hill over No. 5 Glenelg, 2-0, in girls soccer
River Hill girls soccer coach Brian Song has seen his share of closely-contested games against Howard County rival Glenelg with the outcomes not decided until the latter stages of games.
2:42 PM CST, November 11, 2011
Blast capsule: Team opens season vs. Silver Knights
Syracuse Silver Knights (0-1) at Blast (0-0)
2:51 PM CDT, September 28, 2011
Varsity Q&A: Derek Chan, Atholton, boys soccer
This fall has been a particularly busy and productive time for Atholton senior fullback Derek Chan.
9:20 PM CDT, October 17, 2011
Gilman thumps Curley, 3-0, to take over second place in MIAA A conference
For the final two weeks of the regular season, Gilman boys soccer coach Jon Seal has asked his players to bring playoff-like intensity.
5:12 PM CDT, October 29, 2011
Andrew Harris is truly Gilman's backbone
After watching McDonogh's Malcolm Harris get past a defender with one last exaggerated touch, Gilman goalkeeper Andrew Harris knew what was coming next.
5:21 PM CDT, October 7, 2011
Linardi's goal pushes No. 2 McDonogh to 1-0 win over No. 4 Gilman
Rarely will you find the McDonogh boys soccer team, arguably the area's finest offensive side, caught up in an extended celebration after scoring a goal during the regular season.
4:39 PM CDT, September 6, 2011
MISL has added stability, five new teams for 2011-12 season
In many past summers, Blast owner and Major Indoor Soccer League chairman Ed Hale was confronted with two frustrating questions as a new season approached: Which franchises are coming and which are going?
5:44 PM CST, November 6, 2011
No. 1 McDonogh beats Spalding to win IAAM A Conference soccer title
As defending champions, the No. 1 McDonogh girls soccer team dominated the demanding Interscholastic Athletic Association of Maryland A Conference throughout the regular season and continued on with two comfortable playoff wins to reach Sunday's championship game against No. 4 Archbishop Spalding.
7:24 PM CDT, September 14, 2011
Boys soccer: No. 7 Mount St. Joe, No. 3 Loyola combine for 5 goals in 13 minutes in 3-3 tie
The Mount St. Joseph boys soccer team sent a clear message to the rest of the Maryland Interscholastic Athletic Association A Conference in Wednesday's league-opening visit to Loyola: There's no quit in the No. 7 Gaels.
7:25 PM CDT, October 10, 2011
No. 1 McDonogh girls soccer overwhelms No. 5 Mercy, 4-0
The No. 1 McDonogh girls soccer team came to No. 5 Mercy on Monday ready to work.
7:34 PM CDT, September 5, 2011
No. 1 McDonogh girls soccer team tops No. 6 Severna Park, 3-0
The McDonogh girls soccer team impressively played the part of the area's No. 1-ranked team in its opening weekend at the Anne Arundel Community College Labor Day Tournament.
5:21 PM CDT, June 1, 2011
Gilman's Jennings, McDonogh's Cummings named The Sun's Athletes of the Year
Three-sport standouts Darius Jennings from Gilman and Taylor Cummings from McDonogh created plenty of memorable moments this school year to help each of their respective teams succeed.
3:48 PM CDT, July 14, 2011
Alumni report: Former McDonogh soccer star Chante' Sandiford playing for a national title
Chante' Sandiford was 13 years old when she found her second home.
4:47 PM CDT, September 3, 2011
Girls soccer: No. 12 River Hill gets in sync, beats No. 7 C. Milton Wright 4-1
FREDERICK – After watching one of her crosses go through the goal area harmlessly in the first half of Saturday's game against C. Milton Wright in the Tournament of Champions at Tuscarora High, River Hill freshman forward Alexandria Hamer made a point to talk with fellow forward Sheridan Street at halftime.
5:58 PM CDT, August 2, 2011
Two Blast mainstays announce retirements
Two Baltimore Blast mainstays — captain and midfielder Robbie Aristodemo and defender Billy Nelson — have announced their retirements.
6:19 PM CDT, August 26, 2011
Former Broadneck star Centrowitz brings his winning kick to the world championships
Like many of the other 1,500-meter races during his outdoor track season at Oregon this spring, rising senior Matthew Centrowitz felt someone pull up on his shoulder shortly after the final turn.
3:53 PM CDT, August 27, 2011
Bayhawks washed out of playoffs on Quinzani goal with 1.5 seconds remaining
The Chesapeake Bayhawks had everything set for a case of déjà vu as they began defense of their Major League Lacrosse title in Saturday's semifinal rematch against the Boston Cannons in rain-soaked Annapolis.
5:50 PM CDT, April 20, 2011
Ravens' Thanksgiving game affects Turkey Bowl
The Turkey Bowl, the annual Thanksgiving football tradition in Baltimore that pits Calvert Hall against Loyola, is in a state of flux this year.
12:35 PM CDT, July 14, 2011
Turkey Bowl will move to Towson for one year
The Turkey Bowl, Baltimore's annual Thanksgiving high school football game featuring Calvert Hall and Loyola, will be played on the same day and time, only in a temporary new home for this year's 92nd meeting.
3:57 PM CDT, September 10, 2011
Girls soccer: No. 2 Mercy, No. 1 McDonogh both fall to teams from New Jersey
The No. 2 Mercy girls soccer team didn't know what to expect going into its game against perennial national power Pennington, of New Jersey, at the McDonogh Invitational on Saturday.
6:56 PM CDT, October 26, 2011
Arundel's Smidinger, Wilde Lake's Silberberg win state golf championships
COLLEGE PARK — The start of the final day of the state golf championships at Maryland couldn't have gone any differently for Arundel senior Elyse Smidinger and Wilde Lake junior Tyler Silberberg.
8:36 PM CDT, October 18, 2011
Hamer's last-minute goal sends River Hill to 2-1 win over Centennial in girls soccer
With possession along the right side in the final minute of a tie game, River Hill freshman forward Alexandria Hamer wanted to get the ball to a more dangerous area in front.
7:55 PM CDT, September 15, 2011
Girls soccer: Sophomores carry No. 15 Broadneck to 2-1 OT win over No. 10 South River
Arden Smith is a soft-spoken sophomore forward playing in her first year of varsity for the Broadneck girls soccer team. But her right foot boomed loudly Thursday at South River.
4:54 PM CDT, May 21, 2011
Patterson Mill boys lacrosse team headed to first state title game
After reaching the state semifinals for the first time last season, the Patterson Mill boys lacrosse team has done at least one better this season.
12:46 PM CDT, June 28, 2011
Mother's advice helped turn Tucker into Gilman's comeback kid
Ryan Tucker is a fine lacrosse player and, fortunately, a very good listener.
6:50 PM CDT, November 3, 2011
No. 4 Spalding girls return to IAAM final with 2-0 win over No. 2 John Carroll
The Archbishop Spalding girls soccer team started the season with an inexperienced defense that dealt with the question of just how quickly it could come together.
7:13 PM CDT, September 21, 2011
Girls soccer: Prior-Brown breaks through late to give No. 2 Mercy a tie with No. 4 John Carroll
Effectively contained for most of Wednesday's game against John Carroll's determined defense, Mercy All-Metro forward Alexis Prior-Brown finally broke through using the limited space she was afforded.
9:11 PM CDT, June 25, 2011
Second-half struggles doom Bayhawks in loss to Boston
The Chesapeake Bayhawks had a disastrous third quarter against Boston on Saturday night, watching the visiting Cannons turn a one-goal deficit into a three-goal advantage with smarter play and more desire at both ends.
4:10 PM CDT, September 11, 2011
No. 1 McDonogh girls soccer team rebounds with win over Lenape (N.J.)
After suffering a rare setback Saturday, the No. 1 McDonogh girls soccer team had the ultimate chance at redemption Sunday.
5:03 PM CDT, April 19, 2011
Girls Athlete of the Week: Ella Cooper, Friends, lacrosse
The junior midfielder led Friends to three wins last week, totaling 22 goals and seven assists as the team improved to to 9-1 in the Interscholastic Athletic Association of Maryland's B Conference. A three-year varsity player, Cooper opened the week with a seven-goal, four-assist effort in a 17-16 win over Glenelg Country on April 11. The next day, she scored nine goals and added an assist in a 19-12 win over Institute of Notre Dame and then closed out the week with six goals and two assists in a 13-12 win over Seton Keough on Thursday. Always a threat with the ball in her stick, Cooper stays a play ahead of the opponent with a knack for reading the field to know when to shoot or pass. She has 59 goals and 27 assists this season. Cooper, who also plays soccer and basketball at Friends, maintains a 3.67 grade-point average.
10:15 PM CDT, September 12, 2011
Gilman pleased to have frustrated McDonogh in 0-0 tie
Shortly after the 100 minutes of boys soccer was completed at McDonogh, where the Eagles took on defending Maryland Interscholastic Athletic Association A Conference champion Gilman in a rematch of last year's title game, it was apparent Monday's 0-0 overtime tie elicited two different responses.
4:22 PM CDT, September 7, 2011
Varsity Q&A: Gabby Moreno, Severna Park, soccer
Severna Park senior midfielder Gabby Moreno always strives to turn a negative into a positive.
3:38 PM CDT, July 31, 2011
Poly runner Dorian Claggett looks to add to his medal collection at Junior Olympics
Starting when he was six years old, Dorian Claggett would beg anybody in his house to play Monopoly with him.
7:15 PM CDT, May 19, 2011
Baltimore Catholic League's 2011 Hall of Fame class
Here's a closer look at the Baltimore Catholic League's inaugural Hall of Fame class of 2011:
11:41 PM CDT, May 6, 2011
Poly boys beat Northwestern in city's first-ever championship game
All season, the Poly boys lacrosse team has prided itself on playing as hard in the fourth quarter as the first, relying on conditioning to stay a step ahead of the competition in Baltimore City.
9:27 PM CST, November 11, 2010
After decorated college career, Holehouse wants to stay in game
Please excuse Roberta Holehouse for having felt a bit overwhelmed when she first stepped onto campus at Penn State University as a freshman in 2005.
2:58 PM CDT, July 5, 2011
From umpiring to art, high school athletes find ways to stay busy in the summer
The summer may present a break from action for area high school and college teams. But their athletes and coaches haven't struggled to find ways to spend their time.
7:17 PM CDT, May 23, 2011
Scouting report: Boys lacrosse state championships
Boys lacrosse state championship games at UMBC
10:23 PM CDT, May 17, 2011
No. 1 Calvert Hall cruises to MIAA A Conference final
One of the adjectives most used to describe the Calvert Hall lacrosse team at the start of the season was "talented."
6:16 PM CDT, May 21, 2011
No. 15 Severna Park girls rout Churchill in 4A-3A semifinal
When Severna Park senior Madeline Ross stepped onto the field for Saturday's Class 4A-3A state semifinal, she couldn't help but think about the heartbreak of a year ago. That's when the Falcons — then shooting for their fourth straight state title — fell to county-rival South River in the regionals.
7:59 PM CDT, August 25, 2011
Patterson's Aquille Carr changes his mind, will play in Boost Mobile Elite 24
Patterson basketball standout guard Aquille Carr has decided to play in the sixth annual Boost Mobile Elite 24 basketball showcase this Saturday in California, despite questions being raised about whether that would affect his high school eligibility.
5:34 PM CDT, August 24, 2011
Patterson hoops star Aquille Carr to skip Boost Mobile Elite 24 for fear of eligibility issues
Patterson basketball sensation Aquille Carr could not have imagined a better way to end his summer vacation than taking a trip to California to do what he loves most — play ball.
9:33 PM CDT, April 15, 2011
No. 10 Arundel boys are too much for Chesapeake-AA, 12-8
The math going into Friday night's Anne Arundel County boys lacrosse showdown between No. 10 Arundel and upstart Chesapeake added up to one simple conclusion — something had to give.
9:47 AM CDT, July 11, 2011
Former McDonogh tennis star Sidney set to bring his passion to Cornell
Match point.
6:54 PM CST, January 28, 2011
Overlea grad a last-minute hero for Widener basketball team
More than anything, Widener junior guard BJ Smith's college basketball career to this point is defined by impeccable timing.
4:32 PM CDT, June 30, 2011
Varsity Q&A: Jeff Chase, Boys' Latin, lacrosse
Saturday's sixth annual Under Armour All-America Lacrosse Classic at Towson University will showcase 88 of the top boys and girls players from the country. Perhaps none are more grateful than recently graduated Boys' Latin midfielder Jeff Chase. Early in his sophomore season, Chase tore the anterior cruciate ligament and meniscus in his left knee, which sidelined him for nine months. It wasn't until midway through his junior year that he felt at full strength. After a strong senior season, Chase will represent the South team in the Under Armour Classic boys game at 8 p.m. Saturday. It's just one of this summer's highlights for Chase, who later in July will vacation with his family in Europe. After that, he'll attend Loyola University, where he plans to major in business while working on a minor in communication.
6:52 PM CDT, April 20, 2011
Senior defenders have McDonogh boys primed for run at title
Talk with McDonogh boys lacrosse coach Andy Hilgartner about the two players most responsible for the Eagles' dominating play on defense this season — close defenseman Bryson Greene and long pole Kyle DeVinney — and he's quick to state that the two senior standouts are altogether different.
March 11, 2010
Alumni Report
Alumni report: Swimmer Botek finds her way through choppy waters
After wrapping up an illustrious high school swimming career at McDonogh in 2006, one that included All-America status 16 times and a handful of school records that still stand, Anne-Marie Botek is exactly where she wants to be four years later.
9:14 PM CST, December 1, 2010
Boys basketball: By the numbers
0 Starters from last season back for Calvert Hall, Digital Harbor and Dunbar. All three teams finished last season ranked in the top 10; Dunbar brought home a state title.
February 5, 2010
Alumni Report: Matt, Brian and Jeff Eveleth, Chesapeake-AA, wrestling
After handling every opponent in his very first wrestling tournament, Brian Eveleth Jr. - then 7 years old, 50 pounds and grappling in sneakers - got the ride of his life.
9:59 PM CDT, June 28, 2010
No final whistle for these high school coaches
At Glenelg High, a robot named "The Dean" is this summer's big star.
10:40 PM CDT, June 27, 2010
For high school athletes, hot fun and lots to do this summer
Ah, the sounds of summer. The splash of the swimming pool. The crack of the baseball bat. The sizzle of grilling burgers. And, of course, the alluring melody of the snoball truck coming down the street.
12:06 AM CST, December 2, 2010
Maryland-bound Faust has City primed for 3-peat
Sharpshooting guard Nick Faust spent most of his first season at City knocking down 3-pointers to help the No. 1 Knights capture their second straight state championship last spring.
10:19 PM CDT, May 9, 2011
Eastern Tech erases early deficit to win Baltimore County softball title
One of the things Eastern Tech freshman pitcher Jordan Cargile has learned over the course of the Mavericks' undefeated season is that plenty of trust and confidence has formed among her teammates.
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