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Pioneers struggle, improve during night For many, it was a first-look at a varsity experience. For many, it showed, especially in the beginning. Photo by Steve Behr

Defense keeps offense in check
At the midway point of fall camp, Appalachian State concluded Wednesday’s two-a-day practices with a 12-series scrimmage at Kidd Brewer Stadium.

Samford quarterback out for season
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. — Samford’s fifth-year quarterback Dante Williams will undergo surgery and will miss the season due to a knee injury suffered on the second play of Saturday’s scrimmage.

ASU men’s soccer begins workouts
The Appalachian State men’s soccer team held its first two fall practices of the year under new head coach Shaun Pendleton.

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August 13, 2008

ASU kickers key to success in 2008 Special teams are very special to Appalachian State head coach Jerry Moore. Moore, entering his 20th season at Appalachian State, knows that special teams can win or lose a game. A bad snap could lead to a blocked punt, and bad kick coverage could lead to an opponent’s scoring a touchdown. Photo by Steve Behr

Fan Fest takes place on Saturday
Appalachian State’s football team will host its annual Fan Fest Saturday at Kidd Brewer Stadium.

Around the area: ASU gets early commitment
Appalachian State’s baseball team got a verbal commitment from Butler standout Tyler Tewell. A rising senior, Tewell hit .398 with 29 RBIs, scored 23 runs, hit four home runs and had 18 extra-base hits.

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August 11, 2008

Four inducted into Watauga Sports Hall Four athletes who made their marks in Watauga athletics in different ways were inducted into the Watauga Sports Hall of Fame Friday night at the Boone United Methodist Church. Photo by Steve Behr

Jackson, Pitts return to Pioneers OL
At the end of last year, Watauga’s offensive line had developed into one of the strengths of the team.

It's all Greek to ASU alum

Former Appalachian State men’s basketball standout D.J. Thompson continued his professional success last week, signing with AEK Athens in the A1 Ethniki league, Greece’s top professional league.

Radford adds speed to ASU offense
It’s important to Devin Radford to make a contribution to Appalachian State’s success. It’s not important, to him at least, how he does it.