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May 2007 ArchivesThe wait is over. The Houston Dynamo will visit the White House and meet with President George W. Bush on Tuesday, May 29, to celebrate the team’s 2006 MLS Cup Championship. ...Rick Adelman will be introduced at a press conference Wednesday at 3 p.m. Only 11 News was there to greet the new coach when he arrived in Houston Tuesday night.
Now that Jeff Van Gundy is gone, can you believe there's talk Bonzi Wells wants to rejoin the team? In some quarters the idea is not too far fetched since Wells played for Rick Adelman in Sacramento. But forget about it. 11 News Sports' Matt Musil catches up with Yao Ming and Hakeem Olajuwon during an off-season workout session Tuesday. ...It is interesting to hear the opinion of so many following the recent departure of Jeff Van Gundy. I was surprised to hear so much support when in reality, the Rockets season ended in failure. Astros take two of three from Giants, now prepare for annual rivalry with visiting Texas Rangers. Giff Nielsen has a preview >> Continue reading: The Rangers in town for the Silver Boot series The Astros go for a sweep against the Giants sending staff ace Roy Oswalt to the mound. The club has won four straight game to move one game over the .500 mark for the first time since late April. 11 Sports Director Giff Nielsen has a preview. After 5 seasons in Houston, one of the original Texans is moving on. Head coach Gary Kubiak actually pointed it out to the media, According to Wong, "I currently have no plans to pursue other employment, but
Astros won a thriller Tuesday night at Minute Maid Park. What's Game 2 got in store? ...Giants slugger Barry Bonds and his carnival come to Minute Maid Park Tuesday night for the first of a three game series. Former teammates Woody Williams and Matt Morris will be squaring off. 11 Sports Director Giff Nielsen has a preview. >> Continue reading: Astros open a three game series with the Giants Of all the silly chatter and commentary of the Astros lately, the idea to have Brad Lidge serve as closer is just plain stupid. Or in the words of former Treasury Secretary Bert Lance, "If it ain't broke, don't fix it." Usually when the Astros are ailing, Roy Oswalt is the cure. ... >> Continue reading: Roy O gets the start for Astros The Astros come home to open a 3 game series with the Arizona Diamondbacks at Minute Maid Park. 11 Sports Director Giff Nielsen previews Friday night's game. >> Continue reading: Astros open a weekend series with the Diamondbacks For more than 20 years I have spent my Friday nights in the fall calling the many stadiums in Southeast Texas to get the High School Football scores. It is a competitive business, and now with the internet there is another avenue to report on the many games that make "Friday Night Lights" compelling in Texas. I have enjoyed watching some great teams and the development of some of the many players who've gone on to have successful college careers, and later the pros. From Adam Dunn at New Caney to Madison's Vince Young, the quality of play is tremendous. 11 News Sports Director Giff Nielsen blogs about Roger Clemens' decision to leave for New York. ...Who would have thought at this time Brad Lidge has more wins two, than Woody Williams none. But Williams tries again for his first victory in an Astros uniform as the Astros try for 3 straight over the Reds. Sports Director Giff Nielsen has a preivew. >> Continue reading: Astros go for three straight in Cincinnati 11 News Sports Director Giff Nielsen looks ahead to Tuesday night's MLB matchup in Cincy. ...So the folks in the "Big Apple" are crowing. They were able to lure Roger Clemens back to New York to pitch one more summer. They are calling him the savior, and perhaps it will jumpstart their season. Astros Manager Phil Garner held a team meeting after the club dropped its 9th game in 10 decisions, and the club responded with a 3-1 victory over the Reds. Now they have the chance to win a series as the two teams play the rubber game Thursday night at Minute Maid Park. Astros Ace Roy Oswalt goes to the mound Wednesday night as they team badly needs a win. They've lost 8 out their last 9 games, the latest an 11-2 loss to the Reds Monday night. 11 Sports Anchor Giff Nielsen has some thoughts on the team. Hey KHOU bloggers ...... if you like golf, raising money for some very worthwhile Houston charities and having a good time ..... along with meeting Texans Head Coach Gary Kubiak ........ then consider yourself invited to my 16th annual charity golf event at Raveneaux CC on May 21st. |
