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HIGH SCHOOL SPORTS: UIL extends suspension of activities

AUSTIN The University Interscholastic League announced Thursday that it is extending its suspension of all UIL-sanctioned activities due to the coronavirus outbreak in Texas.

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HIGH SCHOOL

Parent-Child tournament forges ahead despite changes

Like just about everything else in today’s world, the Parent-Child Golf Tournament held at Ratliff Ranch Golf Links is going to look a little different from years past.

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HIGH SCHOOL SPORTS: UIL declares remote students eligible for activities

AUSTIN The University Interscholastic League announced Friday that students participating in remote learning offered by their school district may participate in UIL activities if they meet all other eligibility requirements.

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LOOKING BACK: July 11 memories

EDITOR’S NOTE: The Odessa American will feature some historical highlights for those of you having sports withdrawal during this unexpected hiatus from local, college and professional sports. Happy reading!

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LOOKING BACK: July 10 memories

EDITOR’S NOTE: The Odessa American will feature some historical highlights for those of you having sports withdrawal during this unexpected hiatus from local, college and professional sports. Happy reading!

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HIGH SCHOOL SPORTS: UIL updates guidelines for summer workouts

The University Interscholastic League updated its guidelines regarding summer workouts in its latest update Wednesday.

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LOOKING BACK: July 9 memories

EDITOR’S NOTE: The Odessa American will feature some historical highlights for those of you having sports withdrawal during this unexpected hiatus from local, college and professional sports. Happy reading!

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HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL: ECISD plans to sell general admission tickets for 2020 season

The Ector County Independent School District athletics department will be selling general admission tickets for the 2020 high school football season in an announcement made on social media Monday.

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LOOKING BACK: July 7 memories

EDITOR’S NOTE: The Odessa American will feature some historical highlights for those of you having sports withdrawal during this unexpected hiatus from local, college and professional sports. Happy reading!

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LOOKING BACK: July 6 memories

EDITOR’S NOTE: The Odessa American will feature some historical highlights for those of you having sports withdrawal during this unexpected hiatus from local, college and professional sports. Happy reading!

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LOOKING BACK: July 2 memories

EDITOR’S NOTE: The Odessa American will feature some historical highlights for those of you having sports withdrawal during this unexpected hiatus from local, college and professional sports. Happy reading!

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GOLF: Campbell tests positive

Andrews native Chad Campbell is the sixth PGA Tour golfer to test positive for the coronavirus as the Tour enters its fourth week of the restart.

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LOOKING BACK: July 1 memories

EDITOR’S NOTE: The Odessa American will feature some historical highlights for those of you having sports withdrawal during this unexpected hiatus from local, college and professional sports. Happy reading!

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LOOKING BACK: June 30 memories

EDITOR’S NOTE: The Odessa American will feature some historical highlights for those of you having sports withdrawal during this unexpected hiatus from local, college and professional sports. Happy reading!

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HIGH SCHOOL BASKETBALL: Permian's Thomas earns award from alma mater

Permian boys basketball coach Tim Thomas has been named the recipient of the 2020 Harley Redin Coach’s Award by Wayland Baptist University, the school announced Friday.

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LOOKING BACK: June 21 memories

EDITOR’S NOTE: The Odessa American will feature some historical highlights for those of you having sports withdrawal during this unexpected hiatus from local, college and professional sports. Happy reading!

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HIGH SCHOOL SPORTS: OHS remains cautious after COVID-19 result

Caution is the watchword for the Odessa High Bronchos.

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LOOKING BACK: June 20 memories

EDITOR’S NOTE: The Odessa American will feature some historical highlights for those of you having sports withdrawal during this unexpected hiatus from local, college and professional sports. Happy reading!

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LOOKING BACK: June 19 memories

EDITOR’S NOTE: The Odessa American will feature some historical highlights for those of you having sports withdrawal during this unexpected hiatus from local, college and professional sports. Happy reading!

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LOOKING BACK: June 18 memories

EDITOR’S NOTE: The Odessa American will feature some historical highlights for those of you having sports withdrawal during this unexpected hiatus from local, college and professional sports. Happy reading!

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LOOKING BACK: June 17 memories

EDITOR’S NOTE: The Odessa American will feature some historical highlights for those of you having sports withdrawal during this unexpected hiatus from local, college and professional sports. Happy reading!

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LOOKING BACK: June 16 memories

EDITOR’S NOTE: The Odessa American will feature some historical highlights for those of you having sports withdrawal during this unexpected hiatus from local, college and professional sports. Happy reading!

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LOOKING BACK: June 15 memories

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LOOKING BACK: June 14

>> 1961: Rain delayed the quarterfinals matches at the 26th annual Women’s West Texas Golf Tournament. Defending champion Sandra Palmer of Fort Worth won her first-round match, 7-6, against C.E. Foster of Odessa.

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LOOK BACK: June 13 memories

EDITOR’S NOTE: The Odessa American will feature some historical highlights for those of you having sports withdrawal during this unexpected hiatus from local, college and professional sports. Happy reading!

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Friday 07/10/2020

BASEBALL: RockHounds to host Senior Series Parent-Child tournament forges ahead despite changes HIGH SCHOOL SPORTS: UIL declares remote students eligible for activities LOOKING BACK: July 11 memories

Thursday 07/09/2020

ODESSA COLLEGE: Wrangler teams earn NJCAA academic recognition LOOKING BACK: July 10 memories

Wednesday 07/08/2020

HIGH SCHOOL SPORTS: UIL updates guidelines for summer workouts LOOKING BACK: July 9 memories

Tuesday 07/07/2020

RECREATION: State parks adapt, provide options for outdoor activity LOOKING BACK: July 8 Memories

Monday 07/06/2020

FITNESS: Trainer becomes accustomed to giving online workouts HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL: ECISD plans to sell general admission tickets for 2020 season LOOKING BACK: July 7 memories

Sunday 07/05/2020

LOOKING BACK: July 6 memories

Saturday 07/04/2020

RECREATION: Cyclists kick it up another gear during pandemic LOOKING BACK: July 5 memories

Friday 07/03/2020

LOOKING BACK: July 4 memories

Thursday 07/02/2020

PERMIAN BASIN PROFILE: Odessa's McGaha ready to return to NHRA competition LOOKING BACK: July 3 Memories

Wednesday 07/01/2020

RECREATION: Disc golf provides additional outlet for outdoor activity LOOKING BACK: July 2 memories

Tuesday 06/30/2020

GOLF: Campbell tests positive MINOR LEAGUE BASEBALL: RockHounds' 2020 season officially canceled LOOKING BACK: July 1 memories

Monday 06/29/2020

FITNESS: Resistance bands provide alternate way to stay in shape LOOKING BACK: June 30 memories

Sunday 06/28/2020

LOOKING BACK: June 29 Memories

Saturday 06/27/2020

PERMIAN BASIN PROFILE: Local football official diagnosed with rare brain disorder LOOKING BACK: June 28 memories

Friday 06/26/2020

WOMEN'S BASKETBALL: Odessa College makes tough decision to shelve program HIGH SCHOOL BASKETBALL: Permian's Thomas earns award from alma mater LOOKING BACK: June 27 memories

Thursday 06/25/2020

GOLF: Seybert stays cool to S.A. Smith West Texas Junior title WOMEN'S COLLEGE BASKETBALL: Odessa College furloughs program for 2020-21 season LOOKING BACK: June 26 Memories

Wednesday 06/24/2020

GOLF: Rodriguez stays steady to take lead at S.A. Smith Junior Invitational LOOKING BACK: June 25 memories COLLEGE SPORTS: UTPB honors Scholar Athletes of the Year

Tuesday 06/23/2020

GOLF: Junior golfers set for S.A. Smith Invitational LOOKING BACK: June 24 Memories COLLEGE FOOTBALL: UTPB season opener against Wayland Baptist canceled

Monday 06/22/2020

LOOKING BACK: June 23 Memories

Sunday 06/21/2020

LOOKING BACK: June 22 Memories

Saturday 06/20/2020

DRAG RACING: Singleton's run highlights first night of Funny Car Chaos LOOKING BACK: June 21 memories

Friday 06/19/2020

HIGH SCHOOL SPORTS: OHS remains cautious after COVID-19 result LOOKING BACK: June 20 memories

Thursday 06/18/2020

AUTO RACING: Funny Car Chaos Series set to take place BASEBALL: Little league teams return to action
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Pac-12 joins Big Ten in eliminating nonconference games

The Pac-12 has become the second major conference to shift to a conference-only fall schedule amid growing concerns over the coronavirus pandemic.

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Pac-12, Big Ten shelve games and fears grow of ripple effect

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The Latest: Pac-12 Commissioner Larry Scott tests positive

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Minnesotans flood golf courses as virus restrictions ease

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Sioux Falls schools enter Phase 2 of return to play plan

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Austin Cindric completes Xfinity sweep at Kentucky Speedway

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NHL, players approve plan to resume season, extend CBA

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Frei, Vega standout as Seattle and San Jose play to 0-0 draw

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Professional Bull Riders welcome fans back into arena

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Three A-League teams finally fly out of virus-hit Melbourne

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Morikawa builds big lead at Muirfield Village before storms

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Ryan, catcher on Boston's 'Impossible Dream' team, dies

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UNC recruit Grimes to reclassify, join Tar Heels this summer

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NBA teams at Disney had tough travel-party decisions to make

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Posey out for 2020 as MLB teams deal with churning rosters

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Statue to tennis star Arthur Ashe to stay put in Richmond

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