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Warwick Hills, former home of Buick Open, could host Champions Tour event in 2012

2011-01-28T16:24:02Z

Club general manager says Champions Tour has been receptive and sponsors like idea of 50-and-over event

Former Flint Powers Catholic basketball standout Patrick O'Brien has efficient debut against Michigan State

2010-11-03T03:46:00Z

It may have been just an exhibition, but former Flint Powers Catholic standout Patrick O'Brien had a stellar debut for Saginaw Valley State's basketball team Tuesday night.

Flushing's Brett Brindley, Goodrich coach Bob Foreback and Fenton coach Chad Logan will be part of Monday's prep baseball All-Star game at Comerica Park

2010-06-20T09:05:00Z

First pitch is 7 p.m.; tickets available at gate for $5

Brent Metcalf pulls upsets to make United States Freestyle Wrestling Team

2010-06-17T23:30:00Z

Davison native will compete in World Championships in September

Video blog: Holly's Josh Houldsworth, Fenton's Victoria Margaret Bailey accept Student-Athletes of Year Awards

2010-05-27T19:53:13Z

Ceremony at Genesee Area Skills Center

Greater Flint Rotary Scramble set for July 9 at The Jewel of Grand Blanc

2010-05-20T12:00:00Z

Entry fee is $125 per player

Heisman Trophy winner Mark Ingram will be honored on May 22 at Atwood Stadium

2010-05-17T19:43:15Z

Event is free to the public

From a Dragon to a Knight to an Eagle: Swartz Creek's Nick Karstens is taking his game to the next level

2010-05-15T19:18:41Z

Nick Karstens was The Flint Journal's Athlete of the Week (March 7, 2007) and an All-Metro League selection. He was awarded an academic scholarship to Niagara University on March 31.

Davison grad Brent Metcalf still scheduled to wrestle on U.S.S. Intrepid aircraft carrier docked near New York City tonight

2010-05-13T23:03:25Z

Despite a change in opponent, Davison grad Brent Metcalf is still scheduled to wrestle on the U.S.S. Intrepid aircraft carrier docked near New York City tonight, according to The Daily Iowan.

Clio resident Kyle Hayden using "Laps for Little Ones" to raise money for local charity

2010-05-06T15:16:24Z

Clo resident Kyle Hayden and other local race car drivers are donating 10 cents lap this summer to Hayden's "Laps for Little One" campaign. The money raised will be donated to Whaley Children's Center.

Swartz Creek grad Galen Stone invited to Cleveland Browns mini-camp

2010-04-26T18:23:43Z

The Cleveland Browns interrupted Swartz Creek grad and former Saginaw Valley State tight end Galen Stone while he was in church Sunday. But he'll probably give them a pass.

Clio's Kyle Hayden wins season-opening 40-lap Auto City Super Stocks feature at Auto City Speedway

2010-04-26T14:44:35Z

Clio resident Kyle Hayden opens the 2010 area racing season by taking the 40-lap Auto City Super Stocks feature at Auto City Speedway

Swartz Creek grad Galen Stone hopes his strenuous preparation pays off in NFL Draft

2010-04-24T00:39:59Z

Saginaw Valley State's Galen Stone, a Swartz Creek grad, hopes his attention to detail helps him land a spot on a NFL roster.

Grand Blanc's Olivia Chiu overcomes anxiety attacks to reach USA Gymnastics's Eastern Nationals

2010-04-18T16:53:01Z

Timid and wide-eyed, Olivia Chiu just stood there. All. Day. Long.

Sam Priehs leads Flushing's baseball team to a doubleheader split with Midland

2010-04-10T23:18:56Z

Flushing's Sam Priehs catches a fly ball during his baseball game against Midland at Flushing High School on Saturday. - (Jeffrey LaMonde | The Flint Journal) FLUSHING, Michigan — Sam Priehs’ bat has finally caught up to his glove.When...

Grand Blanc's Elizabeth Milian a big plus for Ball State softball team

2010-04-02T13:50:26Z

At best, Elizabeth Milian is quirky. At worst, she’s just plain weird. But the Grand Blanc grad and Ball State senior pitcher doesn’t care where she falls on that line. She embraces her weird side, and thrives on quirky.

Grand Blanc Schools accountant to be inducted into Columbus State (Georgia) Athletic Hall of Fame

2010-03-28T22:17:38Z

Everyone says Phil Montpas looks like he did in 1984. He can't figure out if they're complimenting him or insulting the younger version of himself. The mustache and focused, squinting eyes remain, but Montpas has certainly change a lot in the last 16 years.

Flushing's Pat Cassady and Swartz Creek's Sarah Drevon win Shillelagh four-mile run

2010-03-13T22:06:55Z

FLUSHING, Michigan - Pat Cassady was looking for a training run.The Flushing resident is a sophomore on the Oakland University track and field team, which will begin its outdoor season April 3 with the Spartan Invitational in East Lansing. With the Shillelagh four-mile road...

Battle of the bigs: Fenton, Grand Blanc to match front-line strength in district final

2010-03-04T05:40:09Z

FENTON, Michigan — The paint could be hazardous to one’s health in Friday night’s Class A district basketball championship game at Fenton.Some of the toughest front-line players in the area will meet under the basket when Grand Blanc brings...

Flint-area girls' basketball district analysis

2010-02-28T15:52:38Z

Amber Sammons has come through in big games for New Lothrop. - (Jim Cheek | The Flint Journal) Flint Journal sports writer Bill Khan analyzes some of the girls' basketball district tournaments involving Flint-area teams:CLASS AAt Fenton• Player to...