Richardson Pearce Mustangs Pull Upset In High School Football Playoffs
The first weekend of high school football playoffs included a big upset as Richardson Pearce knocked off Cedar Hill Friday night.
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The first weekend of high school football playoffs included a big upset as Richardson Pearce knocked off Cedar Hill Friday night.
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The Rangers, held to four hits, led 2-1 after three innings on sacrifice flies by Adolis García and Marcus Semien.
Maddy Siegrist tied a career high with 22 points in her first start since June 6.
UFC CEO Dana White confirmed plans for a July 4, 2026 fight at the White House to mark America's 250th birthday.
Burger lined a 99.4 mph pitch from Andrew Saalfrank (0-1) off the left-field wall to end the game.
FIFA needs more than 6,000 volunteers for the events in the Dallas area.
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