Enterprise article by Amy Hubbell

You would have thought Glen Lake changed its school colors if you didn’t know better.

In just a 24-hour period, students organized the event that capped Liz Shimek Day in Kasson Township, as declared Monday night by the Kasson Township Board. Although her parents’ farm at the corner of County Road 669 and M-72 has a mailing address of Empire, it is located in Kasson Township.

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Here’s a couple of articles from the Record Eagle…

Spartans eye first national championship tonight - Record Eagle article by Mark Urban

All of northern Michigan is excited for the game featuring local star Liz Shimek. I know I will be watching and cheering for the Spartans.

Opening Day Tiger fans optimistic - Record Eagle article by Jeff Peek

A look at what northern Michigan Tigers fans think of the upcoming season. I think they have a great shot at the division. Minnesota will be tough, but if they can hold their own against Kansas City, Chicago White Sox and the Cleveland Indians they will do it. A .500 record against the Twins would be a plus as well! The offense will score runs, but it will still come down to starting pitching. If Jason Johnson can return to the form he had in his last season in Baltimore, they will win the division!

This is one of my favorite times of the year. March Madness wraps up, the Tigers season kicks off, and the Pistons wrap up the regular season and head to the playoffs. Here’s my favorite articles from today…

With warm weather and a big win, Tigers opener perfect - Mlive article by Edward Hoogterp

3 times charm for Dmitri - Freep article by John Lowe

Save the last dance for us - Freep article by Mick McCabe

Hamilton becoming more of an assist-man - MLive article by A. Sherrod Blakely

MSU fans support Big Ten, Illinois - Freep article by John Eligon

NFC North Overview - Falcons Insider article by Lane Adkins

I watched a bit of the championship game last night, but I couldn’t get into it. Was it just me or were the previous games just better. At least they were closer at halftime.

I will be cheering on the Spartan women tonight as they try to win the championship. It should be a great game between two similar teams.

The Tigers won their opener in dominating fashion and should have a very good year. If the pitching can hold up, they can contend with the Twins for the division title.

in the bottom of the 8th! WOW! A great opening day celebration in Detroit! Lots of big hits and a very solid performance by Bonderman. Check back for more coverage later. My father-in-law is at the game today, so hope to get some photos to post…

I couldn’t believe it. I thought it was over. Down by 16 points in the second half to Tennessee the Spartans came back with a thrilling 68-64 win to advance to the title game versus Baylor. Baylor came back from a 15 point first half deficit over LSU to advance, so both underdogs knocked off the favorites. Leelanau County star Liz Shimek played very well and all of Northern Michigan is cheering her and the Spartans on. Here’s the top stories…

Believe it or not! - Freep article by Mick McCabe

MSU finds late magic - Detroit News article by Angelique S. Chengelis

Role reversal: Lady Vols look inexperienced - The Tennessean article by David Climer

(1) Michigan St. 68, (1) Tennessee 64 - Yahoo! Sports article by Tom Withers

The pieces are beginning to be put in place. A good minor league system. All-Star Players on the roster. Pitchers other teams would love to have. It’s finally the Tigers that can be described by these phrases. As 2005 begins, the Detroit Tigers are looking to contend in the AL Central and put an end to the losing seasons. It’s starts today with the debuts of Troy Percival and Magglio Ordonez and the rest of the new faces, and an old one face too, Bobby Higginson. Here’s some articles on our new look Tigers…

Maggs and Troy: The Tigers’ new stars - Freep article by John Lowe

Tigers are ready to pounce - Detroit News article by Lynn Henning

Tigers/Royals Preview - Yahoo! Sports article

No beans, but Ordonez set for opener - MLive article by Danny Knobler

I couldn’t believe it. I thought it was over. Down by 16 points in the second half to Tennessee the Spartans came back with a thrilling 68-64 win to advance to the title game versus Baylor. Baylor came back from a 15 point first half deficit over LSU to advance, so both underdogs knocked off the favorites. Leelanau County star Liz Shimek played very well and all of Northern Michigan is cheering her and the Spartans on. Here’s the top stories…

Believe it or not! - Freep article by Mick McCabe

MSU finds late magic - Detroit News article by Angelique S. Chengelis

Role reversal: Lady Vols look inexperienced - The Tennessean article by David Climer

(1) Michigan St. 68, (1) Tennessee 64 - Yahoo! Sports article by Tom Withers

I will admit I was surprised to see this. I thought it made sense to cut Higginson and keep Marcus Thames. Trammell didn’t agree with that and neither did Dmitri Young. Read all about the move.

If you are up in Bellaire the beginning of June, you can check out Tom Izzo’s Celebrity Pro Charity Challenge on June 1-2. Proceeds from the event benefit Camp Quality USA. Three different packages are offered for the event, ranging from $200 to $385. For more information, call (866) 244-3318 orf visit www.golfthechief.com.

McCord, North join field; Tickets go on sale Friday
Record Eagle article

Gaylord - There’s a new sponsor to go with an old champion: Fred Couples, who will return to defend his ING Par-3 Shootout title June 27-28 at Par-3 Threetops Course at Treetops Resort.

Tickets - priced at $50 for the two days or $30 for each day - will go on sale April 1 and may be purchased online at www.treetops.com or by calling (989) 732-6711, ext. 2499.

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My view: I might have to go one of these years. I watched last year’s on TV and it looked like alot of fun. It’s not too expensive and you get to see Mickelson and Couples. Check it out if you are “Up North”.