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Prep softball: Cox’s emergence in circle propels Herriman

Wed, 22 May 2013 14:49:03 MDT

Prep softball: Cox’s emergence in circle propels Herriman

By Anthony Cusumano Special to The Tribune

Updated May 22, 2013 02:49PM MDT

Riley Cox has worked hard to become a better pitcher. After going a combined 6-11 during her first two seasons on Herriman’s softball team, Cox collected 13 wins this season entering the week. Confidence indeed can make a big difference. “As a pitcher, it’s vital,” Mustangs coach Staci Hemingway said. “You touch the ball every play, and it starts out with you. If you’re not confident, then your teammates could tell that as well. Riley has grown not only as a player but a person. She’s gained a ...

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Prep baseball: Hoffman’s versatility an asset for Taylorsville

Wed, 15 May 2013 16:06:31 MDT

Prep baseball: Hoffman’s versatility an asset for Taylorsville

By Neil K. Warner Special to The Tribune

Updated May 15, 2013 04:06PM MDT

When Kyle Hoffman said he would do anything to help his team win, he wasn’t exactly sure what that would require. When Taylorsville needed him to catch, he put on the gear. When the Warriors had a hole at second base, he got out his infielder’s glove. And when the Warriors needed a shortstop, he moved over to anchor the defense. But the versatile senior leader still had something more to offer. Sensing that his team could be short on pitching, he fired up his arm. Even though he hadn’t pitched s...

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Prep baseball: Kyle Hoffman’s versatility a great asset for Taylorsville

Wed, 15 May 2013 16:09:22 MDT

Prep baseball: Kyle Hoffman’s versatility a great asset for Taylorsville

By Neil K. Warner Special to The Tribune

Updated May 15, 2013 04:09PM MDT

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Letting go of the Old West

Wed, 15 May 2013 01:01:04 MDT

Letting go of the Old West

By Michael dax

Updated May 15, 2013 01:01AM MDT

Frederick Jackson Turner’s classic 1893 essay, “The Significance of the Frontier in American History,” argued that the frontier experience — the opportunity for unlimited expansion into “uninhabited” lands — shaped the country’s entrepreneurial spirit. Turner’s essay took on added significance because three years earlier, the Census Bureau had declared the frontier closed. The line that separated “civilized” from “uncivilized” was gone. Over the next few decades, settlers filled in the remaining...

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NJCAA softball: SLCC enters the national tournament as the No. 2 seed

Wed, 15 May 2013 17:03:57 MDT

NJCAA softball: SLCC enters the national tournament as the No. 2 seed

The Salt Lake Tribune

Updated May 15, 2013 05:03PM MDT

Will the third time be the charm for the Salt Lake Community College women’s softball team? For two consecutive seasons, the No. 6-ranked Bruins (48-9) have lost in the National Junior College Athletic Association National Tournament championship game. This season, SLCC is looking reach the top as the 2013 tournament begins Wednesday at the Canyons Complex in St. George. The Region 18 champions enter the NJCAA Nationals as the No. 2 overall seed. The Bruins will face Region 17 and No. 15 seed ...

Prep baseball: Jordan’s Shaver getting extra attention

Tue, 14 May 2013 13:49:52 MDT

Prep baseball: Jordan’s Shaver getting extra attention

By Aaron Falk The Salt Lake Tribune

Updated May 14, 2013 01:49PM MDT

Sandy • In a way, Colton Shaver had become accustomed to anonymity. As a sophomore last season, the promising young catcher was a rising star on the Jordan High baseball team. But when the Beetdiggers batted, Shaver was well protected by a trio of college-bound prospects. And in the field, Shaver was squatting behind the plate, his face hidden by a mask. This year, however, there’s no doubt all eyes are on the strapping junior. Shaver has taken on an increased role, and he has excelled. Shaver h...