My Dad: A Local Legend
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Back in the “good ol’ days” there seemed to be local sports legends oozing out of every small town nook and cranny in America. Mexico, PA, was no exception. The latest census recorded 398 people residing in this tiny hamlet. It is one of many small…
This, That and the Next Thing by Ernie Saxton - June 14, 2025
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The always popular NAPA Auto Parts Thunder on the Hill Racing Series spectacular Sprint Car and 358 Modified Double Header is all set for Tuesday night, June 17 at the Grandview Speedway, and event sponsor Alpine Building Supply…
Why?
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Aaron Rodgers officially signed a one year contract with the Pittsburgh Steelers last week. Inquiring minds want to know one thing.
Why?
From Rodgers perspective I guess I get it. He is yet another in a long line of great players that…
This, That and the Next Thing by Ernie Saxton - June 7, 2025
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A spectacular NAPA Auto Parts Thunder on the Hill Racing Series Double Header featuring the USAC National Non Wing Sprint Tour and the Grandview 358 Modifieds will highlight the Tuesday night, June 17 racing event brought to you…
Will college sports succumb to greed?
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Once a year —okay, maybe more than that— I use this space to remind you that greed is going to ruin sports.
Players closing in on billion dollar contracts, with even mediocre players far exceeding the 10-20 million dollar range. Or in…
This, That and the Next Thing by Ernie Saxton - May 31, 2025
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THIS CAUGHT ME by surprise. Rockingham Speedway up for sale
Rockingham Speedway is officially on the market.
The North Carolina racetrack located in Richmond County, home to a 250-acre property replete with racing and community history,…
USC vs ND: Make sure you point that accusatory finger in the right direction
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On Thanksgiving Day of 1926 Notre Dame was visiting Nebraska for a football game. A curious couple from Los Angeles were also in attendance that day. They had a reason for being there.
USC athletic director Gwynn Wilson and his wife Marion made…
This, That and the Next Thing by Ernie Saxton - May 24, 2025
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DIRT Hall of Fame PR person Buffy Swanson shared this with us.
A Pennsylvania power player and 34-time champion, driver Duane Howard will join the elite ranks in the Northeast Dirt Modified Hall of Fame this summer. The 33rd annual induction…
You are witnessing greatness
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He doesn’t do a ton of interviews.
He doesn’t appear in a bunch of commercials.
He doesn’t run up and down the rope lines high fiving fans.
He doesn’t wear red on Sundays.
Like a silent assassin, Scottie Scheffler steps on the…
This, That and the Next Thing by Ernie Saxton - May 17, 2025
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Memorial Day Weekend: it’s the unofficial kickoff to summer and the restart of the 2025 Bob Hilbert Sportswear Short Track Super Series (STSS) Fueled By Sunoco.
After completing six events in February and March, the series took a scheduled April…
