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Horizon tourneys likely staying in Detroit, with changes
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Horizon tourneys likely staying in Detroit, with changesA condensed schedule is almost certain for 2019, as high-demand Little Caesars Arena likely can't afford to give up six days to the Horizon League. - College
College notes: Swan song for Oakland-MSU hoops?
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College notes: Swan song for Oakland-MSU hoops?The teams will play in 2018 for the 13th time in 14 seasons, but it will be a challenge to continue the series. - Golf
Michigan's Tom Gillis, now 50, takes aim at Champions Tour
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Michigan's Tom Gillis, now 50, takes aim at Champions TourThe Lake Orion professional golfer has been eyeing the 50-and-older circuit for several months, and could make his debut early next month. - College
Detroit denied bid to host another Final Four
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Detroit denied bid to host another Final FourDetroit's recently renovated Ford Field was one of seven finalist cities to host a Final Four from 2023-26. - Sports
Cada gets over ME bust with fourth WSOP bracelet
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Cada gets over ME bust with fourth WSOP braceletCada, 30, of Shelby Township topped $3 million in winnings for the season, which included a pair of championships and a deep run in the Main Event. - Sports
Manion, Cada each top $2M after busting out of WSOP
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Manion, Cada each top $2M after busting out of WSOPManion, of Muskegon, finished in fourth place for a $2.85-million payday, while Cada, of Shelby Township, was fifth, taking home $2.15 million. - Golf
Oakland Hills' South Course to close for massive renovations
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Oakland Hills' South Course to close for massive renovationsThe legendary course will close from fall of 2019 through spring of 2021 as it makes several improvements in hopes of landing another major championship. - Sports
Michigan's Manion, Cada in final six at WSOP
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Michigan's Manion, Cada in final six at WSOPNeither had a great day Thursday, but they're still alive and guaranteed a payout of at least $1.8 million. Play resumes at 8:30 Eastern Friday. - Sports
Muskegon's Nic Manion writing his own Cinderella story at WSOP
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Muskegon's Nic Manion writing his own Cinderella story at WSOPNic Manion, who grew up in Big Rapids before moving to Muskegon, is second in chips among the final six players at the World Series of Poker Main Event. - Sports
Once 'lucky,' poker community now raves about Joe Cada's game
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Once 'lucky,' poker community now raves about Joe Cada's gameJoe Cada didn't earn much respect by winning the 2009 World Series of Poker Main Event, but he's getting it in abundance these days. - College
Detroit bracing for news on future Final Four
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Detroit bracing for news on future Final FourThe NCAA is set to announce host cities for 2023-26, perhaps as early as Monday. - Sports
Cha-ching! Manion, Cada make Main Event final table
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Cha-ching! Manion, Cada make Main Event final tableManion became the chip leader on the final hand of Day 7, with his pocket aces crushing the pocket kings of two different opponents. - More Sports
Manion, Cada make final 3 tables at WSOP Main Event
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Manion, Cada make final 3 tables at WSOP Main EventNic Manion and Joe Cada have guaranteed themselves a hefty, six-figure payday, but they have more in their sights — the $8.8 million for first place. - Golf
It's official: Detroit Golf Club to host PGA Tour stop
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It's official: Detroit Golf Club to host PGA Tour stopThe 2018-19 PGA Tour schedule was released Tuesday, and the Detroit tournament, called the Rocket Mortgage Classic, will be played in late June. - College
Feds investigating EMU athletics over Title IX complaints
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Feds investigating EMU athletics over Title IX complaintsThe Office of Civil Rights is looking into the university's athletics department, after EMU announced in March it was cutting four athletic programs. - Sports
USPBL introducing 2:30 time limit, starting Thursday
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USPBL introducing 2:30 time limit, starting ThursdayThe USPBL's founder believes the time limit is an additional step in keeping the league fan-friendly. No new inning will start after 2:25. - More Sports
Cada, 3 other Mich. men still alive at WSOP Main Event
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Cada, 3 other Mich. men still alive at WSOP Main EventJoe Cada is trying to pull off the unthinkable, a second World Series of Poker Main Event championship in the modern era of huge fields. - Sports
Several Mich. men in the money at WSOP Main Event
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Several Mich. men in the money at WSOP Main EventThe money bubble burst late Saturday night at the tournament in Las Vegas. Play continues Sunday. - Sports
Get to know me: USPBL's Tommy Fuessel
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Get to know me: USPBL's Tommy FuesselIn an occasional Detroit News series, sports figures share "15 Things You Don't Know About Me." - Tigers
Tigers celebrate LGBT community with 'Pride Pack'
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Tigers celebrate LGBT community with 'Pride Pack'The "Pride Pack" game is Wednesday, Aug. 22, against the Chicago Cubs at Comerica Park. - Tigers
Widow of Tigers legend Charlie Gehringer dies at 100
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Widow of Tigers legend Charlie Gehringer dies at 100Josephine Gehringer died Sunday, according to an obituary from A.J. Desmond & Sons Funeral Home in Troy. - More Sports
Get to know me: USPBL's Ethan Wiskur
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Get to know me: USPBL's Ethan WiskurIn an occasional Detroit News series, sports figures share "15 Things You Don't Know About Me." - More Sports
Michigan poker stars take their seats for Main Event
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Michigan poker stars take their seats for Main EventRyan Riess, Joe Cada and others hope to cap the World Series of Poker Las Vegas circuit with one more big win. - Sports
97.1's Mike Valenti signs long-term extension
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97.1's Mike Valenti signs long-term extensionValenti has been 97.1 The Ticket's drive-time host since 2007, and has worked solo for the last year year-plus. - Tigers
Whitecaps 'ate like kings,' thanks to Yu Darvish
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Whitecaps 'ate like kings,' thanks to Yu DarvishYu Darvish, on a rehab assignment in South Bend, bought the postgame meal for both teams -- from Ruth's Chris. - Pistons
Pistons let Kay Felder go, reportedly sign Keenan Evans
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Pistons let Kay Felder go, reportedly sign Keenan EvansThe former Oakland University star joined his hometown team in January, but spent most of his time on a two-way contract playing in G.R. - Sports
Channel 7's 'SportsCave' moving to Sunday nights
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Channel 7's 'SportsCave' moving to Sunday nightsThe Sunday morning staple will move to 11:30 p.m. Sunday starting July 8. - Pistons
Pistons choose Malik Rose as assistant GM
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Pistons choose Malik Rose as assistant GMMalik Rose soon will be introduced as the Pistons' new assistant GM, a source close to the situation confirmed to The News on Tuesday night. - College
Steph Curry fan Kendrick Nunn signs contract with Warriors
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Steph Curry fan Kendrick Nunn signs contract with WarriorsKendrick Nunn received a partially guaranteed contract from the defending NBA champions following his one season at Oakland University. - Sports
Get to know me: USPBL's Will Marshall
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Get to know me: USPBL's Will MarshallIn an occasional Detroit News series, sports figures share "15 Things You Don't Know About Me." - College
College notes: WMU, UM to play in football, hoops, hockey in '18
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College notes: WMU, UM to play in football, hoops, hockey in '18The football teams meet Sept. 18, hockey Oct. 19 and 20, and men's basketball Dec. 15. - College
EMU faces second lawsuit over decision to cut 4 sports
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EMU faces second lawsuit over decision to cut 4 sportsA lawsuit filed Friday claims EMU violated Title IX legislation when it decided in March to eliminate four sports, including two women's sports. - Golf
Pro golf in Michigan: Here are 150-plus champions
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Pro golf in Michigan: Here are 150-plus championsArnold Palmer, Jack Nicklaus and Tiger Woods are among the legends who’ve won tournaments in Michigan. - Sports
Get to know me: DCFC's George Chomakov
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Get to know me: DCFC's George ChomakovIn an occasional Detroit News series, sports figures share "15 Things You Don't Know About Me." - Sports
USPBL's Tyler Palm, Oakland alum, signs with Twins
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USPBL's Tyler Palm, Oakland alum, signs with TwinsWith increased velocity and improved health, Tyler Palm quickly caught the attention of the Twins this month. - College
Mike Davis hired by Detroit Mercy; news conference Thursday
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Mike Davis hired by Detroit Mercy; news conference ThursdayMike Davis has been on Detroit Mercy's radar for at least three weeks, and a deal now has been finalized. - Golf
Get to know me: LPGA Tour's Annie Park
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Get to know me: LPGA Tour's Annie ParkIn an occasional Detroit News series, sports figures share "15 Things You Don't Know About Me." - Tigers
Smoltz talks U.S. Senior Open berth, Trammel's HOF induction
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Smoltz talks U.S. Senior Open berth, Trammel's HOF inductionJohn Smoltz will play in the U.S. Senior Open later this month, then head to Cooperstown next month, when his idol, Alan Trammell, will be inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame. - Sports
Get to know me: Detroit City FC's Seb Harris
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Get to know me: Detroit City FC's Seb HarrisIn an occasional Detroit News series, sports figures share "15 Things You Don't Know About Me." - High Schools
MHSAA considers changes after review of boys golf scores
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MHSAA considers changes after review of boys golf scoresThe MHSAA is planning discussions about how it monitors scoring at its postseason events, following several team scores that "raised some eyebrows" at regionals late last month. - Sports
USPBL's Mercado reflects on his 'best friend,' father who died in 9/11
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USPBL's Mercado reflects on his 'best friend,' father who died in 9/11Skylar Mercado, of the Birmingham Bloomfield Beavers, was 6 years old when his father, Steve, a firefighter in New York, was killed while saving lives at the World Trade Center in New York. - Sports
Get to know me: Poker player Jordan Young
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Get to know me: Poker player Jordan YoungIn an occasional Detroit News series, sports figures share "15 Things You Don't Know About Me." - Sports
WSOP: Joe Cada, Ryan Riess go head-to-head for first time
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WSOP: Joe Cada, Ryan Riess go head-to-head for first timeMichigan Main Event champions Joe Cada and Ryan Riess met in the Heads-Up Championship, with Riess rallying from a big hole to win. - College
College notes: CMU to visit Alabama in 2023
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College notes: CMU to visit Alabama in 2023The ambitious scheduling will net the Central Michigan athletic department a $1.75-million payday. - Wolverines
UM's Flanagan wins national championship in 10,000
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UM's Flanagan wins national championship in 10,000Ben Flanagan, a senior from Canada, surged in the last 100 meters to claim the national championship in dramatic fashion Wednesday in Eugene, Ore. - Golf
Michelle Wie headlines field at Meijer LPGA Classic
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Michelle Wie headlines field at Meijer LPGA ClassicLexi Thompson, Cristie Kerr and defending champion Brooke Henderson also are in the field for next week's tournament in Grand Rapids. - College
Texas Southern website adds mystery to Mike Davis situation
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Texas Southern website adds mystery to Mike Davis situationA statement saying Davis was leaving for Detroit Mercy was completely scrubbed from Texas Southern's website Wednesday.
