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5A baseball: Davis guts out win over West

Wed, 15 May 2013 16:59:09 MDT

5A baseball: Davis guts out win over West

By Ben Raskin Special to The Tribune

Updated May 15, 2013 04:59PM MDT

Bronson Larsen’s mohawk remained hidden under his catcher’s mask for most of the game. The bulky Davis backstop boasts a toughness that his teammates try to emulate. But a scary moment occurred during the fifth inning when a wild pitch caught Larsen under the neck. Larsen threw off his helmet and took a knee while coaches attended to him. He eventually waved off assistance, assumed his position and called for a Zac Fuller curveball that was popped out to end the inning. “He’s as tough as nails,”...

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Utah football: Panthers once again go to Utah well for talent

Wed, 08 May 2013 08:58:09 MDT

Utah football: Panthers once again go to Utah well for talent

By Lya Wodraska The Salt Lake Tribune

Updated May 8, 2013 08:58AM MDT

With Star Lotulelei still on the board, the Carolina Panthers took all of 30 seconds to announce they were snagging him with their first-round pick in the 2013 NFL Draft. There was no need for a debate. The Panthers had been to the well often enough to know the water was good. Lotulelei was the first defensive tackle the Panthers have ever selected in the first round, but the fourth Ute they have drafted, joining offensive lineman Jordan Gross (first round, No. 8, 2003) and receiver Steve Smith ...