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Sportstats Sportstats for April 2, 2020 by Associated Press Published Apr. 2 2020 @ 2:32am

IndyCar's virtual auto race to be aired on NBC Sports Network IndyCar's virtual racing will be televised beginning with Saturday's iRacing event, which has been picked up by NBC Sports. by Associated Press Published Apr. 2 2020 @ 2:32am

Tiger netters awaiting time to retake the court With a unique mixture of being senior-heavy on the boys side and loads of freshmen on the girls side, Texas High had its sights set on claiming the district tennis championships for the 31st consecutive year. by Josh Richert Published Apr. 2 2020 @ 1:48am

Fishing steady at Wright Patman, Millwood lakes Fishing and lake activity on Wright Patman Lake and Lake Millwood remains about the same despite the coronavirus pandemic. by Brian Tyl Published Apr. 2 2020 @ 1:48am

Wimbledon canceled for first time since WWII For the first time in its nearly century-and-a-half history, Wimbledon was canceled for a reason other than war, scrapped in 2020 on Wednesday because of the coronavirus pandemic. by Associated Press Published Apr. 2 2020 @ 1:42am

Rangers vet Choo giving $1K each to 191 Texas minor leaguers Rangers veteran Shin-Soo Choo is helping out financially strapped minor league players with the season on hold, giving $1,000 each to 191 of them who are in the Texas organization. by Associated Press Published Apr. 2 2020 @ 1:41am

This Day in Sports History This Day in Sports History for April 2, 2020 by Associated Press Published Apr. 2 2020 @ 1:38am

In another century, another virus pandemic ended Stanley Cup final The Seattle Metropolitans were 20 minutes from a second Stanley Cup title in the spring of 1919, 20 minutes from adding their names to the trophy again. by Associated Press Published Apr. 2 2020 @ 1:34am

Simone Biles on '21 Olympics: 'Nothing is set in stone' There's a large whiteboard calendar on a wall inside the massive gym owned by Simone Biles' family that outlines every major gymnastics event of the year, the 2020 Olympics included. by Associated Press Published Apr. 2 2020 @ 1:33am

NFL teams rely on tape with virus altering pre-draft routine Let's go to the tape. by Associated Press Published Apr. 2 2020 @ 1:31am

'A dream come true' | Faith, hard work paves way for PG grad Jarod Bayless Jarod Bayless' dream has become his life. by Brian Tyl Published Apr. 1 2020 @ 4:18am

'Determined to succeed' | AHS grad Randle credits coaches, teammates on journey to next level Whether it's draining buzzer-beaters at home or getting his teammates in the right position, Arkansas High senior guard Jaylon Randle was the ultimate teammate for the Razorbacks. by Earl Gill Published Apr. 1 2020 @ 4:16am

Arkansas coaches able to communicate through digital means The Arkansas Activities Association announced Monday that while the Dead Period continues to be active through April 17, coaches may use digital platforms to interact with student athletes. Published Apr. 1 2020 @ 4:14am

This Day in Sports History This Day in Sports History for April 1, 2020 by Associated Press Published Apr. 1 2020 @ 4:13am

UIL finalizes baseball, softball realignments for 2020-2021 year The 2020-2021 school year baseball and softball realignments for Texas were finalized Monday by the UIL. Published Apr. 1 2020 @ 4:12am

NFL team owners vote to expand playoffs to 14 teams The NFL is gearing up for a normal season and playoffs — with two additional wild-card teams in the Super Bowl chase. by Associated Press Published Apr. 1 2020 @ 4:12am

The countdown clock is clicking again for the Tokyo Olympics The countdown clocks have been reset and are ticking again for the Tokyo Olympics. by Associated Press Published Apr. 1 2020 @ 3:39am

USA Basketball may face roster challenges for '21 Knowing when the rescheduled Tokyo Olympics will be solves one problem for USA Basketball. by Associated Press Published Apr. 1 2020 @ 3:38am

Gillispie back in Division I close to home at Tarleton State Billy Gillispie said he had other opportunities to get back in NCAA Division I basketball during a successful stint as a Texas junior college coach. The West Texas native accepted one close to home, far from the overbearing pressure of trying to reach the Final Four or win a national championship. by Associated Press Published Apr. 1 2020 @ 3:37am

NASCAR industry steps up to produce PPE's in COVID-19 crisis The five 3D printers at NASCAR's Research & Technology center - two delivered in February and installed less than two weeks ago - are typically focused on composite parts and working on an updated stock car. by Associated Press Published Apr. 1 2020 @ 3:36am

Sportstats Sportstats for April 1, 2020 by Associated Press Published Apr. 1 2020 @ 3:36am

NCAA throws baseball coaches a curve with added eligibility Widely hailed as the right thing to do for student-athlete welfare, the NCAA's decision to extend spring sports athletes' eligibility a year because of the coronavirus pandemic is causing consternation for baseball coaches. by Associated Press Published Apr. 1 2020 @ 3:34am

NFL team owners vote to expand playoffs to 14 teams The NFL is gearing up for a normal season and playoffs -- with two additional wild-card teams in the Super Bowl chase. by Associated Press Published Mar. 31 2020 @ 8:47pm