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Matt Sheppard Takes Checkered Flag in Modified Feature At Utica-Rome

Matt Herkimer — Mon, 20 May 2013 10:43:58 +0000

The weather was a little threatening but that didn't dissuade local race fans from enjoying the action at Utica-Rome Speedway. The crowd was treated to an exciting Modified Feature finish with Matt Sheppard executing a last lap pass to edge Stewart Friesen. Jeremy Vunk won the Sportsman's feature, Pete Stefanski the Pro Stocks and Frank Hyatt the Pure Stock's. Here are the full results.

Watch A Canadian Girl Sing 'The Star-Spangled Banner' and Forget Half the Words [VIDEO]

Polly Wogg — Mon, 20 May 2013 10:11:56 +0000

On Saturday, Canada's national junior hockey tournament in Saskatoon featured one of the worst National Anthem attempts EVER. Some girl named Alexis Normand sang the Canadian AND American anthems. She obviously wasn't too familiar with the American one, because she forgot half the lyrics, started and stopped a couple times, sang one part TWICE, and generally embarrassed herself for a minute and a half.

Hear Dick Trickle's 9-1-1 Call Before He Committed Suicide [AUDIO]

Polly Wogg — Mon, 20 May 2013 09:38:23 +0000

Dick Trickle's 911 call from the cemetery where he killed himself is now online. Last week we heard he drove himself to a cemetery in North Carolina, and called 911 to let them know where to find his body. And it sounds like that's just what happened. He told the operator exactly where he was in the cemetery, and told her he was about to kill himself. She begged him to stay on the line, but he hung up. Cops found him right in that spot, dead of a gunshot wound to the head.

Golfer Has to Take Drop in Bathroom After Hitting in a Hazard [VIDEO]

Polly Wogg — Sun, 19 May 2013 13:52:10 +0000

Here's one you don't see everyday or any day. Nicolas Colsaerts was playing in the Volvo World Match play against Graeme McDowel, when he hit his tee shot into a hazard. The closest relief was in the toilet, since his ball landed near a bathroom. Colsaerts had to drop his ball in the toilet before taking relief from that spot, since it was unplayable. Everyone involved got a good chuckle out of the whole thing. And believe it or not Colsaerts hit his next shot on the green and made the putt to still par the hole, even with a penalty stroke. I can't make this stuff up.

2013 Preakness Results — Oxbow Wins Preakness Stakes; Orb Finishes Fourth

Joe Student — Sat, 18 May 2013 22:46:05 +0000

Oxbow won the 138th running of the Preakness Stakes at Pimlico Race Track in Baltimore on Saturday to capture the second leg of horse racing’s Triple Crown. Jockey Gary Stevens rode the 15-1 underdog into the lead early and claimed the win for owner D. Wayne Lukas in 1:57:54 min. on the 1 3/16-mile track. [...]

Preakness Stakes Saturday

Greg Splashin' McShea — Fri, 17 May 2013 15:10:28 +0000

The second leg of the "Triple Crown" of horse racing is Saturday, when the 138th Preakness Stakes takes place at historic Pimlico Race Course in Baltimore, Maryland. Before "they're off", a special concert will take place today in Pimlico's infield featuring country performers Rodney Atkins (former FrogFest headliner) and Rachel Farley.

NASCAR Driver, Dick Trickle Commits Suicide

Tad Pole — Thu, 16 May 2013 21:03:20 +0000

NASCAR legened, Dick Trickle has died. According to reports Trickle took his own live around noon today after calling authorities to tell them where to find him. Click for details. Trickle may have been as well known for the jokes about his name as he was for his racing skills. While he was never a [...]

Improve Your Putting On The Golf Course [VIDEO]

Greg Splashin' McShea — Thu, 16 May 2013 14:10:38 +0000

As I've said before, I'm not much of a golfer, but many of you are. If you're in a weekly golf league, you probably want to keep improving your game. Here's a free putting lesson from a recognized "Top Teacher" by both "Golf Digest" and "Golf Magazine".

Hunter Catches Bird In Bare Hand [VIDEO]

Matt Herkimer — Wed, 15 May 2013 12:07:57 +0000

It's not unusual to see a quail hunter, shotgun in hand, bag a bird or two or three. But how about a hunter who brings down a quail with his bare hands! Pastor Matt Carter of the Austin Stone Community Church was hunting with NFL quarterback Colt McCoy when a quail inexplicably flew directly at him. Check the quick reaction and, yes, it is a real-not doctored-video.

PGA Pro's Sergio Garcia and Lee Westwood Make Like "Duffers" At Players Championship [VIDEO]

Matt Herkimer — Mon, 13 May 2013 12:30:09 +0000

If you're a golf fan who enjoys watching the pro's make incredible shots that defy the imagination you were probably watching the Player's Championship yesterday when two of the best, Sergio Garcia and Lee Westwood, hit--or didn't hit--shots that looked more like ones that Polliwog or I would hit. Take a look at the results.

Stewart Friesen Heats Up Chilly Night At Utica-Rome With $5000 Modified Win

Matt Herkimer — Mon, 13 May 2013 10:48:11 +0000

There was definitely a touch of fall in the air last night at Utica-Rome Speedway but a hot night of racing action kept fans comfortable. Stewart Friesen came away $5000 richer thanks to his win in the Modified Feature while Claude Hutchings Jr took the Sportsman's, Tom Denton the Pro Stock's and Ricky Breed another Pure Stocks checkered flag. Check out the full results.

Kurt Busch Sets Qualifying Record At Darlington Raceway

Tad Pole — Sat, 11 May 2013 13:06:25 +0000

It's already been a good weekend for the Busch brothers. Older brother, Kurt Busch set a track record in winning the pole for tonight's Southern 500. Younger sibling, Kyle meanwhile won from the pole in the Nationwide Series at Darlington and qualified 3rd for the Sprint Cup race. Click to watch Kurt's thoughts on setting the record and Kyle's victory lane interview.

Dodger Star Matt Kemp Makes Disabled Fan's Day [VIDEO]

Matt Herkimer — Wed, 08 May 2013 16:10:37 +0000

We hear a lot of stories about spoiled athletes dissing fans and exhibiting crude and uncivil behavior. That's why the actions of Los Angeles Dodgers star Matt Kemp stand out as an example true class. He was made aware of a disabled fan in the stands and made a beeline to his seat after the game. What he did next is truly amazing.

Will Carrie Underwood Be Singing The Sunday Night Football Theme? UPDATED

Tad Pole — Wed, 08 May 2013 02:46:16 +0000

Faith Hill announced a few weeks ago that she would no longer be singing the opening theme for NBC's Sunday Night football. Since then the speculation has been rampant as to who would replace those legs, er, I mean Faith. Click for the latest rumors

How To Stop Topping The Ball [VIDEO]

Greg Splashin' McShea — Tue, 07 May 2013 18:01:40 +0000

Golf season is here, and many of you are out on the links on weekends or during an after-work golf league. As for me, I’m left-handed and haven’t improved at the game since I was 15! But there is hope for you with a little help from a golf pro. One of my worst golfing [...]

7th Inning Stretch, Baltimore Orioles Style [VIDEO]

Greg Splashin' McShea — Mon, 06 May 2013 17:10:20 +0000

From time to time, at Big Frog 104, we feature 7th inning stretch songs at Major League Baseball parks. While most often, the sing-along song is "Take Me Out To The Ballgame", many teams have their own version. And you'll never guess what the Baltimore Orioles fans sing along with during their stretch (unless you've been to Camden Yards). Check this out.

Boston Bombing Survivor Leads Bruins Pre-Game [VIDEO]

Polly Wogg — Mon, 06 May 2013 14:36:46 +0000

Boston continues to remember those affected by the Boston Marathon bombings. Jeff Bauman survived the attack but lost both his legs in the blast. He was the honorary flag banner captain at the Boston Bruins game. Bauman may lost both his legs, but he didn't lose his spirit. Watch him lead the crowd, by waving the flag as the audience passed around a giant Bruins flag of their own.

Todd Burley Takes Modified Feature At Utica-Rome

Matt Herkimer — Mon, 06 May 2013 10:25:20 +0000

Mother Nature has certainly been kind to Utica-Rome Speedway race fans so far this season and last night was no exception. It was a great night for racing and Todd Burley took advantage of the perfect conditions to take the checkered flag in the Modified Feature. Heath Carney captured the Sportsman event, Ed Ostrander the Pro Stocks and Ricky Breed another Pure Stocks win. Check out the complete results.

Orb Storms From Back of the Pack to Win Kentucky Derby

Drew Weisholtz — Sat, 04 May 2013 23:55:58 +0000

Orb has won the 139th Kentucky Derby on Saturday. The 5-1 favorite pulled ahead down the stretch on a muddy course after several other horses, including Verrazano, Falling Sky and Palace Malice each took turns claiming the lead. At one point, Orb was in 15th place before eventually making its move. Down the stretch Normandy [...]

139th Running Of The Kentucky Derby Saturday [VIDEO]

Greg Splashin' McShea — Fri, 03 May 2013 14:10:38 +0000

If you like horse racing, and even if you don't, the Kentucky Derby is one event that is worth watching. The 139th "Run For The Roses", as it called and first leg of the "Triple Crown" of horse racing is Saturday. Women wearing large brimmed hats, the playing of "My Old Kentucky Home", all with the backdrop of historic Churchill Downs in Louisville add to the magic.