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Sports for Monday, April 20, 2009

Robben provides punch

As opposing teams have found out over the last three years, Alex Robben is a tough out.

Local Report: Storm claims extra-inning BVC victory

Tyler Kozlowski’s singled in the game-winning run in the bottom of the 10th inning to propel Napa Valley College to a 14-13 win over Contra Costa in Bay Valley Conference baseball action on Saturday.

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Taking a count of Napa River’s marine life

Have you ever wondered what swims in the waters of our Napa River? I had the opportunity this week to observe a sampling of fish, amphibians, and even some crustaceans that call the river home.

Napa stars climb in U.S. track rankings

NOTES AND QUOTES for a Monday in the Napa Valley:

AMA stars highlight Infineon test

Rockstar Makita Suzuki and top rider Mat Mladin will highlight more than seven AMA Pro Road Racing Series teams expected at a two-day test session at Infineon Raceway, April 20-21. The test is part of the 4th annual Two-Wheel Thunder bike week in Sonoma.

Western Conference predictions

As a recovering Seattle Supersonics fan, one might think I couldn’t care less about the NBA or its looming postseason.

Best 1-8 matchups in years?

Lakers v. Utah and Cleveland v. Detroit.

Eastern Conference predictions

Is there anything sadder than watching an aging NBA team trying to defend a championship only to crumble to pressure, injuries and uniforms featuring a hideously outdated mascot?

Bragging rights

Matthew Silverman shot this turkey on the second Saturday of the season. He weighed 20 pounds, 7 ounces. The spurs were one inch and it had a beard of 101⁄2 inches.

Fishing report: NVFF banquet a big success again

Here’s a look at all of the angling action on our local waterways:

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