Sports journalist | Founder of @PressPassSports.
Amarillo, TX
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Two years sober. I’m truly grateful for everyday and proud I get to put another post out. Again, I don’t post this just for myself, but if it can help someone, it was worth it.
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BREAKING: Effective at the end of her contract @ahsvolleyball coach @koricoop will resign her position in a stunning announcement. There is a ton behind this and it flat stinks. Here is a statement from @koricoop. Good luck, coach thank you for sharing
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If you’re fearful of COVID that’s your right... but you shouldn’t have the right to make a choice for the coaches and athletes who want to play the game. Poll those guys and see the answer you get.
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@WWE invades Amarillo tonight. Check out this Q&A with former 2x WWE champ and current tag team champ the “architect” @WWERollins. #wweamarillo amarillo.com/pro-sports/spor…
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BREAKING: Canadian HS and @WTAMUFootball graduate @arbuckle_ben is expected to be named as the offensive coordinator for @WSUCougarFB … Arbuckle, just 27yrs old, is youngest OC in any Power 5 conference #WAZZU #CFB
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Spearman isn’t letting a couple flakes ruin a walk through! 😂 #txhsfb @WittenAaron
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General thought: It’s extremely sad to see quality coaches leave HS sports yearly because of the power parents play & the pull they have. These certain/ unhappy parents wait until a right time & pull a trigger to get these coaches in hot water. Coaches need to be defended better
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Pampa legend and former @TexasTechMBB standout @rayfordyoung will be inducted Sunday as member No. 189 at the Panhandle Sports HOF. At Saturday’s media event, Young spoke on the prestigous honor and being seeing the success of his oldest son & @hawks superstar @TheTraeYoung
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How bout JALIN FREAKING CONYERS with the block of his life!!!! Way to go @therealjconyers
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Congrats to @RandallRaiderBB coach Leslie Broadhurst. The only coach in Randall bball program history and finally going to #UILState in 35 years. Randall takes down rival Canyon 59-44 #txhshoops
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After 13 seasons Canadian HFC Chris Koetting is retiring. Koetting has led one of the top programs in Texas Panhandle history. Under Koetting, Canadian has become a blue blood on a state level going 165-24 with 3 state titles. Koetting was also 49-10 in the playoffs! #txhsfb
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Commerce title marks first DII national title for @LoneStarConf since 1982 (SW Texas St). Congrats to @CoachCarthel @CoachFaske #LSCfb
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They are baaaaaack!!!! Canadian knocks off Gunter 17-7 #txhsfb
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Here's a great Q&A with @BeckyLynchWWE as @WWE invades Amarillo, July 3. Lynch speaks on a number of topics #WWE amarillo.com/pro-sports/spor…
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No surprise here, @CanadianISD has promoted @coach_cav_ as the next AD/ HFC. Cavalier, the son of the late, great, Dennis Cavalier, has been the DC for the Wildcats the last nine years #txhsfb
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I did a Q&A with @BeckyLynchWWE on a #WWE Women’s Royal Rumble this past summer. Tonight it became a reality. Congrats to @BeckyLynchWWE and the women in #WWE on the continued success #evolution
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Today marks the 2 year anniversary of launching @PressPassSports. It’s been a fun venture, & hopefully all of you are pleased with the sports content provided here in this great Tex Panhandle. This is only the beginning so let’s keep the momentum rolling!!! Let’s freaking go!!!!
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..@OU_Football OC and Canadian grad @arbuckle_ben was in town as the guest speaker at the @THSCAcoaches regional meeting. Don’t ever tell me a high school coach doesn’t have an impact. Listen to Arbuckle speak on his former coach Chris Koetting #txhsfb
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When he lost to Canadian in 2015 his excuse was Canadian was on the level of Allen or Southlake Carroll 😂😂
Refugio Coach Jason Herring isn't a fan of having the state championships in Arlington every year and his team got two practices compared to Hawley's three.
Says his team came out flat and out of its routine after committing four turnovers in the title game loss. @Kiii3Sports
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It’s finally released! Congrats to former boss and good friend @lancelahnert. He’ll be inducted as the 182nd member of the Panhandle Sports Hall of Fame! No one has more passion for what they do than Lance! Congrats my man
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BREAKING: @HausenBrendan why he commited @NovaMBB
“Villanova instills a program that carries into everyday life. They are building the best basketball players, & also the best young men they can possibly be. I come from a strong cultured program and I really felt at home”
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THRILLED to announce that Aug. 8th I’ll be launching my own sports website @PressPassSports. @BenJYD3 is working hard helping me design this site. It’s something that I hope gives fans in the Panhandle something they can enjoy. I’ve attached my mission statement next to my logo.
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Caught up with @HausenBrendan this morning on his commit to @NovaMBB. He talks his decision, his passion to be the best, and more. Also, look for Hausen on the Press Pass Podcast 🎙 later this morning. #D1 #Nova #floorburnhigh
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LOL. @lancelahnert with the epic photo bomb. A HOF reporter always knows where to be! #masters
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HISTORY MADE!! @WTSoftball claim second title since 2014.. UNBELIEVABLE #D2SB
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..@WTAMUFootball lands a big transfer and a familiar name.. former Levelland QB and Texas Tech backup @Nick15Gerb has decided to join the football program. In my opinion, big get by @Coach_HunterH #LSCfb
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Huge congrats to @LadyRaiderWBB @CoachGerlich (formerly Kirkland) was honored with an Alumni Legacy Award at her old HS Spearman today!! Congrats, coach!!! Ernie Bowen pics..
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Spearman’s @BrenenT11 meeting some big time dudes Jordan Shipley and Chris Beard on his visit to @TexasLonghorns tonight #D1
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Very heartbroken to share this. Randall legendary coach Leslie Broadhurst passed away this morning. He was a true legend and great friend to many on and off the court. He had a passion for basketball, his family and making people laugh. We all loved so much you coach Broadhurst!
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Though it didn’t go as planned @therealjconyers has signed as an undrafted free agent with the @MiamiDolphins .. #NFL
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So sad to hear the news of @txcoach66 passing away this morning. We texted last night and was fortunate to tell him I love him! Jimmy was a truly GREAT friend one of my closest in the football world. Words can’t express how much I feel for his tremendous family. Love you, coach!
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He’s back! @WTAMUFootball all-time winningest coach Don Carthel in charge of practice for @SFA_Football. Carthel is the interim Saturday while @CoachCarthel is home quarantining. Looking good, coach! #southland
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..@OU_Football HFC @CoachVenables with high praise for Spearman grad @BrenenThompson_ during #Big12MediaDays. Thanks to @CBrakebill for the video
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Hearing White Deer and Pampa on the biggest stage of American sports is an epic day for the Texas Panhandle. What an honor to the one and only Zach Thomas! @ProFootballHOF No. 370 #legend
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Eight years ago today I had to say goodbye to my biggest fan, and best friend. I miss her so much, but I know she’s looking down smiling big. I love you, mom, you were wonderful and loved so many!
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For the first time since World War II (1944) the Childress Bobcats are playing in a #UILState championship game. Bobcats down Lytle 69-48 #txhshoops
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Thought it was only fitting to do a tribute through some tweets of one of the most courageous people we’ve all known. You fought a great fight and will be missed, Noel Johnson... I think by the outpouring of love today you could see what kind of person she truly was #RIP
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If you’ve used an Allsups bathroom and lived to tell about it odds are you’re immune to the #COVD19
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Heavy thoughts and prayers for Kelly & Toby Brown, the father and brother of Thomas Brown. Also, prayers for the entire family involved. I hope peace & justice comes swiftly in the case going forward. The family deserves it after two years of dealing w/ what they’ve dealt with.
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Everyone has their own mentors in life. @lancelahnert has been one of mine. Wouldn’t be where I am today without him! Thanks for everything, Lance. From reading your columns as a kid, to working next to you, to now being one of my closest friends. True honor!
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First TD in the new stadium is @Nick15Gerb on keeper.. 7-0 @WTAMUFootball.. converted 2 third down on drive #LSCfb
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What it’s all about right here. A Qb that carried his team, throwing for over 400-yds and giving his heart and soul.. leaves it right there at Lowrey. Don’t hang your head @coltonkmoore10 you were amazing to watch all year my man #txhsfb
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Coach @brwood1988 says every coach is just as good as his wife next to him. I couldn’t be where I’m at today without my heart and soul, Serena. She’s my best friend and I love her so much. Thank you for always being there for me @THSCAcoaches
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That look when the Texas Panhandle goes 4-0 at #UILstate in semi's, winning by a margin of 30
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The yearly tradition lives with @Coach_HunterH his @WTAMUFootball team and his coaching staff out welcoming kids back to school! This is awesome @CanyonAthDept #LSCfb @CoachBrown_WT @CoachFree1906 @CBassett_80
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BREAKING: I am leaving my current position to become the new head football coach at Wellington to lead the Skyrockets.. Steed was 0-8 as Kid’s Inc. Soccer coach in 2011.
If you’re still reading this think about what today is! lol.
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After 36 years, Leslie Broadhurst made it official. He is retiring. Truly one of the best coaches and men in the profession. We need more like him! #Legend #txhshoops
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Everyone be thinking of those folks in Perryton. Sounds devastating. Here’s some photos from @RangersCU
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Awesome to see the support around the @LoneStarConf for #24strong. Makes you feel great to see it for MSU and a human being
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15 months sober from alcohol as of today. I just want to thank those that have been behind me and helped me through one of the most difficult journeys but one I’m very proud of! #ODAAT @cobybeckner
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🎼 Guess who's back, back again
Joe is back, hide your friends
Guess who's back, guess who's back,
Guess who's back. Guess who's back!!
@YouNetflix @AllyCoscetti
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How cool is this... Last night, Spearman grad @CoachGerlich and Naz grad Noel Johnson faced off in exhibition. Several 1993 @LadyRaiderWBB national champion teammates including legendary coach Marsha Sharp were there to help promote awareness for ovarian cancer 🎗
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Shoutout to my good buddy @Boston_Hudson2 getting the Clarendon Broncos to the #UILState championship in 2A.. Hudson grinds daily behind the scenes to help make this team what they are #txhsbb
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Thank you to @SamTipton2425 and the @AustinTGCA on this huge honor. I can’t say enough what a great job the TGCA does for the state. Appreciate the respect, and I’m so happy to win this under the @PressPassSports banner! Much appreciated!!
Congratulation to @KaleSteed for receiving sports writer of the year for @AustinTGCA. We love the way you support athletes, coaches, and athletics in our area! You are great at what you do and your passion shines through! @CanyonAthDept @CanyonISD @teamaisd @PressPassSports
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Wow Texas Panhandle goes 4-4 in state champs. Congrats to Naz, Canadian, Panhandle and Canyon #medalhaul 🏆 🏆 🏆 🏆
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Despite a severe hamstring pull at Regional Wellington’s Luke Williams is a Class 2A STATE CHAMP! #UILState what a story
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Tomorrow marks 20yrs of covering #txhsfb in some form of media.. whether it was TV, print and now with my @PressPassSports.. I still love it as much as I did on day one. Here’s to a great 2022 season! LG!!!
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Shamrock has hired former Amarillo High OC @NateSkelton1 as the new AD/ HFC at a board meeting tonight. This is Skelton’s first head coaching job! Congrats my friend #txhsfb @lancelahnert @Matt_Stepp817 @CBrakebill
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Today would have been my mom Glenda’s 72nd birthday. She’d be upset for putting her age out lol. She was a wonderful, selfless person that loved so many! #missherdaily
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In my opinion no better fit to resurrect the @LadyRaiderWBB program than @CoachGerlich... I have no credibility but just a thought
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Six years ago today we lost a true angel... my mom, Glenda. She was a person that loved and cared for so many.
I miss her daily but I know she’s in a better place with no pain. That’s what gets me through.
Hug or call your mom today and tell her you love her!!
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Today is my beautiful wife Serena’s birthday! Not allowed to put the age out, lol, but anyone that wants to wish this sweetheart please rt or fav
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I can’t wait to see you again, coach ❤️🏴☠️ @trev_johnson
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During @NovaMBB game today against Providence our guy @HausenBrendan wore a #tatumtough shirt to raise cancer awareness during a cancer awareness event. What a class act! Gotta love Hausen @eaglebuckets
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These few days have been an overwhelming and humbling experience. I’ve never been one for accolades, I’d rather see the coaches and players get them but it’s special to see this kind of respect. I hold so much respect for so many.
Thanks to all who reached out. Meant the world.
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Went and visited @WyattDavis44 this afternoon. The courage & positivity Wyatt has shown dealing with this is inspiring. I can’t say enough how much I love & proud I am of him. Keep your the 🙏 going for the family. His family also asked me share his news you can read below
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Here’s a story I thought deserved some attention. The small school of Higgins is closing its doors in May. It’s remarkable to see the Lady Coyotes step up and leave a legacy, instead of folding. What a testament to this team. Here’s their story #txhsfb presspasssports.com/post/lea…
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I love to post this pic every year! My mom, Glenda, would be 73 today. Words can’t express how dearly I miss her. She was a true angel! Love you, miss you! Btw, she’d hate me telling her age lol.
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Having to say goodbye to my best friend today because of cancer. We’ve had Wrigley for almost 8yrs. My boy was full of life, energy & so loyal. He made #txhsfb predictions w/ @lancelahnert @Lee_Passmore & I at AGN, and was the best frisbee catcher I’ve ever seen. Love you Wrigs!
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Everyone be thinking of @Gruver_ISD baseball coach Khris Kelp. Kelp suffered a heart attack before Gruver’s playoff baseball game today. He’s been flown to hospital here in Amarillo from Borger and is doing good. Khris is a great one so let’s all rally around him and Gruver!
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Be thinking of the Wildorado family & @CoachTyJames @connor_copley. Junior QB Quentin Pond lost his life last night and three other kids were injured during ATV incident. Very tragic deal for any family to handle. If you know anyone in Wildorado. Thoughts and prayers needed
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Caught up with @TexasTechFB QB @tylershough2 at media day. Great young man first off, and here’s how you pronounce his last name 😂😂
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The Bushland football team will be wearing special decals on the back of their helmet to honor @txcoach66 this Friday against Brock in the regional semifinals. Pretty awesome #txhsfb
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..@lancelahnert and I made a special trip to visit Chris Koetting this morning. What a truly special man. We had a great convo and may have shed a tear. Look for a tribute story on the legendary coach this weekend on presspasssports.com #txhsfb
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BREAKING: Source tells me CSU-Pueblo def coord Hunter Hughes has been named as the next head coach at West Texas A&M #LSCfb
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Let’s all be thinking of Dalhart. A community that hasn’t caught a break in way too long. Tip of the cap for playing 🏀 tonight following a horrible week. Regardless of what happens tonight, Dalhart student-athletes are winners & from us in the Texas Panhandle, we love you!
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As expected Pampa has hired @coachrob0718 as its new AD/ HFC. He is in attendance at board meeting. Story on Robinson coming soon #txhsfb @CBrakebill @DavidAlexDavis @lancelahnert
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Wildorado decided to play... taking on Christ the King.. the team honoring fallen teammate Quinten Pond. Awesome to see #txhsfb
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Year 18 on the road for 2-day workouts! I never thought I’d be wearing a mask, but if it’s what we need to do to cover football this fall I’m in #txhsfb LET’S GOOO
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Going to be covering #txhsfb from the house tomorrow, sadly. Don’t know the last time I missed a fball game, especially a playoff one. I’ve worn my mask, & done everything right, but COVID spreads quick. I’m doing ok though. Luckily have a great crew to help!
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A TRUE overwhelming honor to share a room with the legends at the @THSCAcoaches banquet. It was a who’s who. Including the photo on the left for our Region I reps.. Doesn’t get better than Chris Koetting, legend Charlie Johnston and @brwood1988. Unreal experience #thankyou
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Congrats to legendary head coach Chris Koetting who will be inducted into the 2024 @THSCAcoaches Hall of Honor! Well deserved, coach!
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Unpopular opinion because it goes against the voice, but does anyone else feel like some of these schools/ communities freak out and are over cautious?? Yea, get on me about safety all you want but gotta live sometime. In the summer all I heard was “let us play”. C’mon then
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Congrats to former Canadian Wildcat and Oklahoma State standout @chancecook11. This was a very deserved award for the hardest worker I know . YOU EARNED IT MY MAN. #Big12
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Hereford coach Don DeLozier making good on his word. Herd in the quarters.. hair is bleached. Looking good, coach! @DodgeDelo9 @codydixon23 @_codyhodges @PBrid91 #txhsfb
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HOW BOUT SOME BREAKING NEWS: Perryton has hired @Coach_Hab as its new AD/ Head football coach. Haberthur spent 7 years as the Sunray head football coach and the last two as the @sandiefootball OL coach. Great hire for Perryton #txhsfb
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This isn’t my style but something I wanted to share as 2023 comes to a close. Thanks to everyone that has been a huge supporter of @PressPassSports it means more than you know!
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Unreal- Canyon’s Addyson Bristow sets a new state record in the 1600-meter run 4:48.64 for a second gold of the might. She still has the mile relay to go #UILState
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