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Max Abmas hits buzzer-beater to lift No. 19 Horns to Empire Classic final
SUMMARY: No. 19 Texas defeated Louisville 81-80, with Max Abmas hitting a fallaway jumper at the buzzer to secure the victory. Abmas made a successful inbounds play to get the winning shot. The game had 21 lead changes and 14 ties, and Texas coach Rodney Terry described it as feeling like an NCAA tournament game. Kadin Shedrick scored a career-high 27 points for Texas, leading the team in scoring. Abmas, who previously led Oral Roberts to a first-round NCAA tournament victory, made the game-winning shot and ended up with 14 points. Louisville’s Clark and Tre White scored 20 apiece, but it wasn’t enough to secure the win against Texas.
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Hurricane preparation tips: Emergency officials monitor Beryl’s path, saying it’s always best to plan ahead
SUMMARY: With the potential for an active hurricane season and in the wake of a severe May windstorm that knocked out power for almost 1 million in Houston, emergency leaders urge preparation. Electricians advise checking electrical lines and weather heads, and ensuring generators and extension cords are ready. Brent Taylor from Houston’s Office of Emergency Management stresses having a plan, including a supply kit with essentials like food, water, flashlights, medicine, and cash. Preparedness now can ease future concerns. Keep informed for updates on social media.
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Lake Travis boys finish fourth in national high school golf tournament
SUMMARY: The Lake Travis Cavaliers, winners of the UIL Class 6A boys golf championship, finished fourth at the 2024 PGA High School National Golf Invitational in Frisco, Texas. Coach Dustin Payne expressed the team’s enthusiasm upon receiving the invitation. Lake Travis scored 1-over 865 across three rounds, playing both courses at the PGA complex and an additional course in McKinney. Player Mackey Bennett tied for 19th with a 3-under 213, leading the team. Other team members included Elijah Galvan, Bennett Kuhns, Jack Watters, and Luke Nolan. Wimberley’s Jaxon Donaldson tied for 41st, and Vandegrift will compete in the girls’ tournament starting July 8.
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USMNT returns to Austin, Q2 Stadium for international friendly in October
SUMMARY: The U.S. Men’s National Soccer Team (USMNT) will return to Q2 Stadium in Austin for a friendly match against Panama on October 12, 2024. This follows their disappointing performance in the Copa America, where they were upset by Panama, raising questions about the future of current manager Gregg Berhalter. The Austin FC stadium has hosted four previous matches for the USMNT, all resulting in shutout wins. Austin FC President Andy Loughnane and Berhalter praised the fan support and facilities. The match is part of their preparations for the 2026 World Cup, which the U.S. will co-host. Tickets are now available.
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