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Daniel Shirley

Mercer’s move a positive step with some negative

Mercer's big announcement about moving to the Southern Conference Thursday changes the future of the school's athletics department.

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DANIEL SHIRLEY

Another big step forward for Bears

Mercer getting into the NCAA baseball tournament as an at-large team is a move in the right direction for the athletics department.
DANIEL SHIRLEY

Mercer’s strong baseball season continues

Mercer's baseball team continues to have a strong year as it heads into the final part of the season.
DANIEL SHIRLEY

Maybe, just maybe, conference realignment has settled down

The ACC¿s members signed a grant of media rights Monday, which should stabilize the conference.
DANIEL SHIRLEY

Wright had big impact on schools he worked with

Carror Wright has had a positive influence on the teams and players he has coached on and off the field.
DANIEL SHIRLEY

Augusta National produces another drama-filled finish

There weren't many fireworks throughout the round Sunday at the Masters, but, as usual, there was a dramatic finish.
DANIEL SHIRLEY

Henley settles in for Masters debut

Macon native Russell Henley appears to be ready to play well in his first Masters appearance
DANIEL SHIRLEY

Mercer having strong year

The Mercer baseball team is continuing the Bears' success in this school year with a strong season.
DANIEL SHIRLEY

Excitement building for Masters

Russell Henley will play in his first Masters next week while Tiger Woods is back to being the tournament's favorite.
DANIEL SHIRLEY

NL East is going to be fun

Trying to find a race to follow this year? Then turn to three teams who should put on a strong competition for the NL East title, Daniel Shirley writes.
DANIEL SHIRLEY

It has been a terrific year for Mercer basketball

Mercer basketball teams, men and women, have taken a big step forward this season.