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Former Fordson grid coach Charles Jestice, Dearborn sports legend, passes on

September 30, 2013 By Times-Herald Newspapers Leave a Comment

On Sept. 18, Charles Jestice passed away. The former varsity football head coach, was at the helm when the Tractors were so dominant throughout the state as a powerful grid machine that was highly respected at every level. Coach Jestice fielded teams in the 1970s and 1980s that were championship-plus while at Fordson High School. He had been retired for the past few years and had reached his 78th birthday. It is a tough loss for all of the players who dotted the Tractor roster for more than a couple of decades. Fordson was … [Read more...] about Former Fordson grid coach Charles Jestice, Dearborn sports legend, passes on

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Can Fordson lock up another WWAC title? Who will rule Downriver?

September 22, 2013 By Times-Herald Newspapers Leave a Comment

Photo by Daniel Gretzner Wyandotte Roosevelt head coach Ron Adams looks over his roster before a recent game. Prep football is well underway in the greater Dearborn/Downriver area, and the two local public high school leagues are battling each other on the gridiron to see who will be on top when the regular season comes to a close. Fordson is the defending champion of the Western Wayne Athletic Conference Blue Division. The Tractors were able to knock off a very good Dearborn High School team. This year could be different, … [Read more...] about Can Fordson lock up another WWAC title? Who will rule Downriver?

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Anderson is contender in Downriver League

September 15, 2013 By Times-Herald Newspapers Leave a Comment

One of the top contenders in the Downriver Football League again will be Southgate Anderson. The Titans have enough seniors coming back to help make their team one to reckon with among the prep gridiron battles certain to take place within their circuit. Anderson head coach Derrick Mac is now in his fifth year at the helm, and his teams usually are competitive enough to wind up in the upper tier of the final standings year-after-year. Anderson has started off with a pair of victories and is expected to contend for a shot at … [Read more...] about Anderson is contender in Downriver League

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Wyandotte wants another Downriver football title

September 8, 2013 By Times-Herald Newspapers Leave a Comment

Photo by Dan Gretzner Wyandotte’s 2013 trio of captains are (from left) Brandon Sowards, Anthony Desira and Jakob Zanski Where will Wyandotte Roosevelt wind-up at the end of the regular season of high school football? Head Coach, Ron Adams, is optimistic that his Bears will compete for yet another grid title to add to those stacking up in the trophy showcase of the Eureka Avenue campus. "We have to take care of business in our own league and see what happens after that." explained Adams. "It's always important to … [Read more...] about Wyandotte wants another Downriver football title

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Ex-Dearborn, Downriver preps make Wayne State grid roster

September 1, 2013 By Times-Herald Newspapers Leave a Comment

Former high school varsity players from Dearborn and Downriver are part of the Wayne State University 2013 football team. Leading the list is Andrew Matt, a 6-2, 241-pound senior defensive end. He is from Wyandotte Roosevelt and is being counted on to help anchor a strong defense when the Warriors take the field this season. Matt already has earned three letters while at WSU and is expected to start at his position. The Warriors will be playing their first collegiate night game at Adams Field on Sept. 14 when they host Ashland … [Read more...] about Ex-Dearborn, Downriver preps make Wayne State grid roster

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Fordson opens with Dakota at WSU

August 25, 2013 By Times-Herald Newspapers Leave a Comment

Photo by Daniel Gretzner Fordson head coach Walker Zaban (right) and special teams assistant Mike Osman run drills during a recent practice. The Fordson football team opens its 2013 season at 7 p.m. Thursday against Macomb Dakota at Wayne State University’s Tom Adams Field as part of the Detroit Sports Commission Prep Kickoff Classic. Tractors head coach Walker Zaban and his assistant coaches staff have been busy getting his squad ready for kickoff. Fordson is once again expected to have another balanced team that has … [Read more...] about Fordson opens with Dakota at WSU

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DHS opens 2013 season with new head coach

August 18, 2013 By Times-Herald Newspapers Leave a Comment

Photo by Daniel Gretzner The Dearborn High Pioneers open their 2013 season Aug. 29 under new head coach John Powell. Dearborn High School has something new this fall. John Powell is the new head coach of varsity football for the Pioneers. He takes over from long-time coach David Mifsud, who departed after last season. Powell will lead his DHS squad to what he, students and alumni hope to be another winning season. It all starts on Aug. 29 when the Pioneers meet Clinton Township Chippewa Valley at 4 p.m. at Wayne State … [Read more...] about DHS opens 2013 season with new head coach

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Final Four set for JLWS

August 16, 2013 By Times-Herald Newspapers Leave a Comment

Photo courtesy of PDQ Photos Chinese Taipei’s Yuan Fang Yi lays down a bunt against Curacao in the Asia-Pacific champions’ 13-2 win over the Latin American champions Thursday morning. Chinese Taipei faces Curacao again at 4 p.m. today in the Junior League World Series International Championship game at Heritage Park in Taylor. Goodlettsville, Tenn., (3-1) will play Rio Rico, Ariz., (3-1) for the USA Championship at 7 p.m. today. TAYLOR — The final four teams are set in the Junior League Baseball World Series at Heritage Park. … [Read more...] about Final Four set for JLWS

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JLWS continues with five games today

August 15, 2013 By Times-Herald Newspapers Leave a Comment

TAYLOR — Today is the final day of round-robin pool play at the Junior League Baseball World Series at Heritage Park. Five games will determine the finalists for the International and USA championships: ● Taoyuan, Chinese Taipei vs. Willemstad, Curacao, 9 a.m. ● Massapequa, N.Y., vs. Bedford, Ind., noon ● Brno, Czech Republic vs. Willemstad, Curacao, 2:45 p.m. ● Calgary, Alberta, Canada vs. Taoyuan, Chinese Taipei, 5:30 p.m. ● Lafayette, La., vs. Rio Rico, Ariz., 8:15 p.m. On Wednesday night, Goodlettsville, Tenn., … [Read more...] about JLWS continues with five games today

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Wyandotte marina is part of the Downriver water scene

August 11, 2013 By Times-Herald Newspapers Leave a Comment

Photo by Daniel Gretzner Joe Beaubien (second from left) and his sons, Luke (left) and Cole, take a break from boating at the Libra Marina’s new tiki bar. With the fleeting days of summer passing us by, many local boaters and outdoor recreation types are squeezing in the final days of seasonal fun. Being on the water can reduce stress for a number of reasons and put one in touch with the beauty of nature and one of man's most cherished resources. Within the greater Downriver/Dearborn vicinity, there is no lack of water, … [Read more...] about Wyandotte marina is part of the Downriver water scene

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