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Japan beats U.S. 2-0 to win first Olympic baseball gold medal

Team Japan tosses their manager Atsunori Inaba as they celebrate after the gold medal baseball game against the United States…

August 7, 2021

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Sumo removed, but equestrian course designer defends choice

Britain's Harry Charles, riding Romeo 88, competes during the equestrian jumping individual qualifying at Equestrian Park in Tokyo at the…

August 6, 2021

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Full slate, at last, awaits hungry Wolverines

Bayfield to kick off Aug. 27 in Blanding, Utah

August 6, 2021

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Native Hawaiians ‘reclaim’ surfing with Moore’s Olympic gold

Carissa Moore, of the United States, celebrates winning the gold medal in the women's surfing competition July 27 at the…

August 5, 2021

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Southwest Colorado’s first Olympic medal in 2021? Coach is making history

Hovasse’s journey takes him from Durango to Penn State, the NBA, Japan and the medal round

August 5, 2021

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Biles returns to competition with a bronze medal and a smile

Simone Biles, of the United States, points at teammates on the stands after performing on the balance beam during the…

August 3, 2021

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You again! Thompson-Herah speeds to second Olympic sprint sweep

Elaine Thompson-Herah, of Jamaica, wins the final of the women's 200-meters at the 2020 Summer Olympics, Tuesday, Aug. 3, 2021,…

August 3, 2021

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At an extraordinary Olympics, acts of kindness abound

Claire Michel of Belgium is assisted by Lotte Miller of Norway after the finish of the women's individual triathlon competition…

August 3, 2021

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Summer program teaches youth pickleball

(Courtesy of Southwest Colorado Pickleball Association) The program, which took place at Chapman Hill, included discussing and practicing the basics…

July 31, 2021

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Mountain bike uplift tickets available

The lift has 14 Deason Built MTB carriers for increased capacity and efficiency to safely transport riders and their equipment…

July 31, 2021

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Flag football, soccer sign up opens

Both programs are for girls and boys from age 4 through sixth grade. Registration closes Aug. 20 and league dates…

July 31, 2021

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Half the players who opted out last year no longer with team

New England Patriots strong safety Patrick Chung pulls on a glove while warming up during an NFL football practice in…

July 30, 2021

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Fast day at pool, track on Day 7 of Tokyo Olympics

United States' players celebrate after defeating Netherlands in a penalty shootout during a women's quarterfinal soccer match at the 2020…

July 30, 2021

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Saad to Blues, Perry to Lightning: Recent champs add winners

Colorado Avalanche left wing Brandon Saad during an NHL hockey game against the Arizona Coyotes on March 23. The St.…

July 29, 2021

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Big day for Dressel, Chinese in pool, Lee in gymnastics

Sunisa Lee, of the United States, performs on the balance beam during the artistic gymnastics women's all-around final at the…

July 29, 2021

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Okoye hit symbolized hall-of-famer Atwater’s career but didn’t define it

In this file photo taken Oct. 23, 1989, Seattle Seahawks' Louis Clark (84) brings in a pass as Denver Broncos'…

July 29, 2021

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‘OK not to be OK’: Mental health takes top role at Olympics

Sha'Carri Richardson celebrates after winning the first heat of the semis finals in women's 100-meter run June 19 at the…

July 28, 2021

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Fort Lewis College football gears up for first full season since 2019

‘We are determined to make things different,’ coach says

July 28, 2021

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Durango mountain biker Christopher Blevins puts on show at Summer Olympics

Cyclist starts race at back of pack and finishes in 14th place

July 27, 2021

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Nine Southwest Colorado baseball players named to all-state squad

M-CHS, Dove Creek standouts join four La Plata County honorees

July 27, 2021

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Durango barrel racer Belvin bags 32nd at Nationals

Local holds her own in premier high school competition in Nebraska

July 27, 2021

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How a team of refugee athletes made it to Olympics

The refugee team carry the Olympic flag during the opening ceremony in the Olympic Stadium at the 2020 Summer Olympics…

July 26, 2021

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526-mile Durango-to-Denver mountain bike race underway

Colorado Trail Race features total climbs of 70,000 feet

July 25, 2021

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Spotlight on Hurricanes, Avalanche with free agency looming

In this April 30 photo, Colorado Avalanche left wing Gabriel Landeskog (92) skates past goaltender Philipp Grubauer during the first…

July 25, 2021