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TUESDAY, AUG. 4, 2009

AFL expected to fold

There are numerous media reports that the AFL has played its last game and will declare bankruptcy. The AFL suspended its 2009 season in hopes of returning in 2010. More here, here and here. Heading out to Shock practice this morning and we'll get the…

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SUNDAY, AUG. 2, 2009

Shock defensive back Sergio Gilliam picks one of his three interceptions in Saturday night’s victory over Stockton at the Arena. (Colin Mulvany / The Spokesman-Review)

Sunday morning reading 

Good morning Shock fans. An interesting game last night as Stockton looked pretty good building a 21-7 lead early in the second quarter only to get swamped when Spokane's offense and defense hit their stride. The final: 62-21.Here's John Blanchette's look at the game and…

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SATURDAY, AUG. 1, 2009

Shock crush Stockton, 62-21

Spokane, after trailing 21-7 in the second quarter against eighth-seeded Stockton, rolled up eight unanswered touchdowns to post a 62-21 win Saturday at the Arena.Next up: Spokane (16-1) meets Boise (13-4) on Saturday, the fourth clash of West Division rivals this season. Spokane is 3-0…

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Just a week left before WSU practice 

COUGARS With just a week left before Washington State University begins the 2009 fall football camp, I thought it would be a good time to gather together some notes and share. Read on for the unedited version of the story that will be in tomorrow's…

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