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UPDATE: McNair death called a homicide
Police are calling the shooting death of former NFL quarterback Steve McNair a homicide, but they haven't yet reached a conclusion about the death of the 20-year-old woman found with him.
Federer wins Wimbledon, record 15th Grand Slam title
Roger Federer has won his record-breaking 15th Grand Slam title and sixth Wimbledon championship by beating Andy Roddick 5-7, 7-6 (6), 7-6 (5), 3-6, 16-14.
Former NFL QB Steve McNair killed
Former Titans quarterback Steve McNair has been killed. Police said McNair suffered a fatal gunshot wound to the head in downtown Nashville.
GreenJackets finish series with 9-2 win
In front of one of their largest crowds of the year, the Augusta GreenJackets delivered a 14-hit onslaught in a 9-2 win over the Lexington Legends to split a four-game series in the final meeting of the year.
Jackets suffer second straight 2-1 loss to Lexington
For the second straight night, the Lexington Legends get just enough hitting and just enough pitching to send the Augusta GreenJackets to a 2-1 loss, this time in front of a sellout Thirsty Thursday crowd of 4,196 at Lake Olmstead Stadium.
Garret Siler to play summer league with Minnesota Timberwolves
It was just a week ago when Garret Siler was hoping to hear his name and be picked in the NBA. While that didn't happen, Siler knew he'd be playing ball somewhere this summer. We now know it'll be with the Minnesota Timberwolves.
ASU adds volleyball recruit
Augusta State head volleyball coach Sharon Bonaventure announced Thursday the second addition to her recruiting class.
Jackets drop tough 2-1 game to Lexington
Kyle Nicholson, in one of his best starts of the year, held the Lexington Legends to just two runs through eight innings but it was not enough for the Augusta GreenJackets in a 2-1 loss to the Legends at Lake Olmstead Stadium on Wednesday night.
BMX racing on the fast track in Augusta
When BMX racing became in Olympic sport in 2008, there were a lot of skeptics on whether or not it was popular enough. Well, you can forget about that. These days, there's a BMX track in just about every major city, including right here in Augusta.
South Atlantic League founder passes away
The founder of the South Atlantic League and one of the most influential men in all of professional baseball, John Henry Moss, passed away this morning in his hometown of Kings Mountain, North Carolina at the age of 90.
Sprint Cup car on display in Augusta
John Andretti's Sprint Cup car is on display Wednesday and Thursday at Hooter's on Washington Road
Four run 7th gives Jackets another win
With his team trailing by a run in the sixth, Johnny Monell smoked a two-run double to left-center to give the Augusta GreenJackets the lead for good in an eventual 7-2 win over the Lexington Legends.
No slowdown of racing at Modoc Speedway
Of all the sports these days, motor sports is probably the most expensive and has felt the impact of the bad economy. But that's not stopping drivers at Modoc Speedway from fulfilling their need for speed.
Thomson star Jasper Brinkley signs with Vikings
The Minnesota Vikings have signed fifth-round draft pick Jasper Brinkley.
Former Glenn Hills star Michael Curry fired as Pistons head coach
The Detroit Pistons have fired Michael Curry after his team went 39-43 in his first year as a head coach.
Jackets drop series finale to Rome 2-1
Aaron King pitched well for the Augusta GreenJackets but his one mistake proved costly. Gerry Rodriguez hit a two-run, two-out home run against King in the 6th inning to make the difference in the Rome Braves 2-1 win over the Augusta GreenJackets.
Two area gymnasts have high expectations
To be an elite athlete or even one who grabs an elusive college scholarship you have to be willing to put in the time and effort. We're not just talking during the school year either. For a pair of area gymnast, the effort is there as they hope to reap the rewards of their hard work.
Rome rallies, beats Jackets in 10 innings
Jahdiel Santamaria's game-winning hit through the right side in the tenth denied the Jackets a six-game winning streak as Rome came from three runs down to win 6-5 in ten innings.
Duggan's grand slam slugs Jackets to 7-3 win
With his Augusta GreenJackets holding onto a slim 2-0 lead with two outs and the bases loaded in the sixth inning, Dom Duggan decided to dive headfirst into uncharted waters.
Three homers lift Jackets past Rome
More strong pitching from Eric Surkamp and three Augusta GreenJackets home runs led the Jackets to their fourth straight win over the Rome Braves by a 9-1 score
Chris Cooper takes over for Skip Fite on ASU baseball bench
Former Augusta State standout and current assistant coach Chris Cooper has been promoted to head baseball coach, according to an announcement Friday afternoon from ASU Director of Athletics Clint Bryant.
Garret Siler not drafted, but not disappointed
It was a long night for former ASU center Garret Siler, as he sat waiting to see if his name would be called in the 2009 NBA draft.
Jackets win to start second half of the season
Charlie Culberson’s third hit of the night drove in the winning run for the Augusta GreenJackets in the 11th inning, propelling Augusta to a 7-6 win over the Rome Braves on the first night of the second half of the season.
Two former GreenJackets selected for Future's All Star game
Former GreenJackets Madison Bumgarner and Angel Villalona have been selected to play in this year's Future's All Star game in St Louis.
ASU baseball coach leaves the program
Longtime Augusta State baseball coach Skip Fite will be named new coach at West Georgia and the Jags will promote Chris Cooper for the job.
Local product makes the US Public Links field
The Augusta area has its fair share of great golfers, including some currently on the PGA Tour. But there are also some good young players, just about ready to hit the professional ranks.
Fencing alive and well in Augusta
O.K, time to fess up, how many of yor use to grab a stick with your friend and pretend to battle on the high seas like a pirate? It's OK,I think we've all done it. But you know, you can still do it.
Siler prepares for the NBA draft, impresses teams
Just two days remain before the NBA draft and the butterflies are starting to set in a bit for former Augusta State big man Garret Siler. Will he or won't he, that is the question about whether or not a team will pick the seven footer.
Field set for Charles Howell Junior Championship
The American Junior Golf Association has finalized the tournament field for the Charles Howell III Junior Championship, which will be held July 6-9 at West Lake Country Club in Augusta, Ga.
Perez excited for S.A.L. All-Star game
The All-Star break is here for the Augusta GreenJackets. While most oft he team will be relaxing over the next two days, Juan Perez will be playing baseball, representing the team at the All-Star game.
Clemson product Lucas Glover wins US Open
Lucas Glover has won the U.S. Open at Bethpage Black.
GreenJackets finish first half with 6-4 victory
For the first time all season, the Augusta GreenJackets are above the .500 mark on the season, a distinction earned on the final day of the 2009 South Atlantic League first half with a 6-2 win over the Rome Braves on Sunday afternoon.
Ricky Barnes still leads U.S. Open after 3 rounds
Never a winner on the PGA Tour, Barnes shot an even-par round of 70 Sunday, staying 8 under for the week and one shot ahead of Lucas Glover after 54 holes at Bethpage Black.
GreenJackets pile on runs in 15-4 win
The Augusta GreenJackets sent 17 hitters to the plate and scored 12 times to break open a three-all tie in a 15-4 win over the Rome Braves on Saturday night at Lake Olmstead Stadium
2nd Round of U.S. Open complete, Barnes leads
Ricky Barnes is the leader at the midway point of the rain-soaked U.S. Open at Bethpage Black.
Jackets Juan Perez to be part of home run derby
Augusta GreenJackets infielder/outfielder Juan Perez has accepted an invitation to compete in the Home Run Derby, prior to the 2009 South Atlantic League All-Star Game in Charleston, WV on Tuesday.
UPDATE: Lucas Glover leads as play is suspend for the night
They're done finishing a full day of golf at the 109th U.S. Open at Bethpage Black, where rain allowed less than 3 1-2 hours of play yesterday. Nobody completed their second round and about half the field never even started their second round.
Another accolade for Rich Poythress
Georgia junior first baseman Rich Poythress has been named to the American Baseball Coaches Association/Rawlings Sporting Goods All-America Second Team, it was announced Friday by the ABCA.
Play suspended at US Open, will resume Friday
Heavy rains have forced suspension of play for the day at the U.S. Open.
USC Aiken to host Peach Belt Conference basketball tourney
Peach Belt Conference Commissioner David Brunk and USC Aiken Athletic Director Randy Warrick announced on Thursday that the USC Aiken Convocation Center will play host to the Marvin Vanover Peach Belt Conference Men’s and Women’s Basketball Tournament in March of 2010 and 2011.
Area cyclists to keep the sport in the spotlight
For the past five to six years or so, the Augusta area has seen a boom in cycling. With Lance Armstrong announcing his retirement here years ago during the Tour De Georgia and all, the sport has grabbed some headlines.
Lady Jags basketball adds a transfer to the fold
Augusta State women’s basketball head coach Tes Sobomehin announced Wednesday the addition of Theresa Alexander to the Lady Jaguar recruiting class.
Jackets manhandle RiverDogs in late morning affair
Three Augusta GreenJackets home runs, including an inside-the-park round tripper from Dom Duggan, powered the Jackets to a 7-2 win over the Charleston RiverDogs Wednesday afternoon at Lake Olmstead Stadium in front of a Camp Day crowd of 3,678 largely comprised of children.
Run in the 9th gives the Jackets the win
Andy D’Alessio’s sacrifice fly to shallow center field scored Dom Duggan from third in the bottom of the ninth inning as the Augusta GreenJackets picked up their first walk-off win of the season by a 3-2 score over the Charleston RiverDogs
Figure skating catching on in Augusta
Figure skating is a sport that normally only gets attention every four years in the Winter Olympics. But at the Figure Skating Club of Augusta, that's not the case. The club is growing and some skaters are getting good.
Lincoln County and Georgia Bulldog Jarius Wynn signed by Packers
Former Lincoln County Red Devil and Georgia Bulldog Jarius Wynn has been signed by the Green Bay Packers Tuesday.
Evans golfer qualifies for US Amateur Public Links
Evans golfer Jordan Johnstun has qualified for the US Amateur Public Links by winning a qualifier in a playoff on Tuesday.
More committments for USC Aiken women's team
University of South Carolina Aiken head women’s basketball coach Mike Brandt announced the addition of two more to his 2009-10 signing class on Monday afternoon.
Lakers win NBA Finals with 99-86 victory in Game 5
The Los Angeles Lakers have won their 15th championship, beating the Orlando Magic 99-86 in Game 5 of the NBA finals.
Savannah shuts out Augusta 2-0
Behind stellar defense and a little power, the Savannah Sand Gnats defeated the Augusta GreenJackets 2-0 on Sunday afternoon at Historic Grayson Stadium to take two of three from the Jackets. Augusta finishes their final first half road trip with a 3-3 mark

Augusta GreenJackets

June 25 W 7-6 Rome
June 26 W 9-1 Rome
June 27 W 7-3 @ Rome
June 28 L 6-5 @ Rome
June 29 L 2-1 @ Rome
June 30 W 7-2 Lexington
July 1 L 2-1 Lexington
July 2 L 2-1 Lexington
July 3 W 9-2 Lexington
July 4 PPD @ Bowling Green
July 5 @ Bowling Green (DH)
July 6 @ Bowling Green
July 7 @ Bowling Green

Georgia
9/5 @ Okl. State
9/12 South Carolina
9/19 @ Arkansas
9/26 Arizona St
10/3 LSU
10/10 @ Tennessee
10/17 @ Vanderbilt
10/31 Florida
11/7 Tenn. Tech
11/14 Auburn
11/21 Kentucky
11/28 @ Ga. Tech

South Carolina
9/3 @ N.C. State
9/12 @ Georgia
9/19 Fla. Atlantic
9/24 Mississippi
10/3 S.C. State
10/10 Kentucky
10/17 @ Alabama
10/24 Vanderbilt
10/31 @ Tennessee
11/7 @ Arkansas
11/14 Florida
11/28 Clemson

Georgia Tech
9/5 Jackson St
9/10 Clemson
9/17 @ Miami
9/26 North Carolina
10/3 @ Miss. State
10/10 @ Florida St
10/17 Va. Tech
10/24 @ Virginia
10/31 @ Vanderbilt
11/7 Wake Forest
11/14 @ Duke
11/28 Georgia

Clemson
9/5 Midd. Tennessee
9/10 @ Georgia Tech
9/19 Boston College
9/26 TCU
10/3 @ Maryland
10/17 Wake Forest
10/24 @ Miami
10/31 Coastal Carolina
11/7 Florida St
11/14 @ NC State
11/21 Virginia
11/28 @ South Carolina

Georgia Southern
9/5 Albany
9/12 @ S.D. State
9/19 West. Carolina
9/26 @ Elon
10/3 @ Wofford
10/10 @ North Carolina
10/17 Chattanooga
10/24 @ Applachian St
11/7 @ Samford
11/14 Furman
11/21 The Citadel