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Dec 29 2025SPORTS

Weekend Sports Highlights: From Football Frenzy to Basketball Drama

The sports world saw plenty of action this weekend, with thrilling games and unexpected comebacks. In the NFL, the 49ers and Bears put on a show, scoring a combined 80 points in a game that came down to the final play. Brock Purdy and Caleb Williams showed why they're among the league's brightest yo

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Dec 29 2025SPORTS

Bay City Athletes Shine in Recent Tournaments

Bay City's young wrestlers showed their strength and skill at the Reed City Invitational. The John Glenn girls wrestling team took home the team title. Every wrestler on the team scored points. They won by a huge margin of 30 points. Coach Chad Briggs praised the team's hard work and determination.

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Dec 29 2025SPORTS

North Jersey High Schools Shine in 2025

North Jersey high schools had a fantastic year in 2025, with many teams and athletes achieving great things. Volleyball teams from Demarest and Secaucus showed their strength by winning state championships. Demarest won their 13th title, while Secaucus claimed their 20th. Football teams also had a

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Dec 29 2025SPORTS

Mikaela Shiffrin's Slalom Success and Other Olympic Sports Highlights

Mikaela Shiffrin continues to dominate the slopes, proving her mettle once again. In a thrilling turn of events, she clawed her way back from fourth place to secure her sixth consecutive World Cup slalom win. This victory, achieved in Semmering, Austria, marks her 106th career World Cup win. The cou

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Dec 29 2025SPORTS

Who Will Be Crowned the Top Athlete of 2025?

The year 2025 is wrapping up, and with it comes an exciting opportunity for sports fans to have their say. A poll is open to determine the Watertown Public Opinion-Aberdeen News Athlete of the Year. Twelve athletes from northeastern South Dakota are in the running, evenly split between boys and girl

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Dec 29 2025SPORTS

USC and Notre Dame: Why the Rivalry Game is on Pause

The USC Trojans and Notre Dame Fighting Irish have a long history of facing off on the football field. But lately, fans have been left wondering why the annual game isn't happening. Matt Leinart, a former USC quarterback, recently shared his thoughts on the situation. Leinart isn't happy about the

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Dec 29 2025SPORTS

Aryna Sabalenka vs. Nick Kyrgios: A Fun Match, Not a Battle for Equality

Aryna Sabalenka, the world's top female tennis player, recently lost to Nick Kyrgios, a man ranked 673th in the men's circuit, in an exhibition match. The rules were tweaked to make it fairer, like giving Sabalenka a smaller court and limiting serves. Some people saw this match as a step back for wo

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Dec 29 2025SPORTS

A Legend Steps Down: Neil Best Ends His 50-Year Journalism Journey

Neil Best, a well-known name in sports journalism, has decided to retire after an impressive 50-year career. His last day at Newsday, where he has worked since the early 1970s, will be this Wednesday. Best shared his decision on social media, saying he is stepping away from daily journalism and his

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Dec 29 2025OPINION

Kansas' Sports Betting System: A Fight for Fairness

Kansas has a sports betting system that was designed to keep things fair and safe. But now, there are some companies that are trying to bypass the rules. These companies, like Kalshi and Polymarket, are using a loophole to offer sports betting without following Kansas laws. They don't pay into the p

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Dec 28 2025SPORTS

Brace for Chilly Showdown: Jets vs. Patriots Weather and Injury Updates

Fans heading to MetLife Stadium for the Jets-Patriots game should be ready for a chilly and possibly wet experience. The day will start off cold, with temperatures around 18 degrees, but it will feel even colder due to the wind chill. As the day goes on, the weather will get cloudier, and by evening

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