SPORTS REPORT
Advice from the "Bear"
BY CHRIS SHERMAN SA Sports Writer
      "If you believe in yourself, have dedication and pride-and never quit, you will be a winner. The price of victory is high, but so are the rewards," Those words were made famous by former Crimson Tide Coach Paul "Bear" Bryant years ago but they still ring true today.
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Pine City Rodeo action
Cowboys from near and far compete in Jackson
      The Pine City Rodeo was Aug. 3-4 at the Jackson Academy Rodeo Arena. Local fans battled the sweltering heat to catch a glimpse of the modern day cowboys in action. A rodeo contestant (above) tries to hold on during one of the weekend's events.
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Pennington and Stabler look impressive
      Alabama Coach Nick Saban (above) watches as former Clarke County High School star B.J. Stabler (61) and Mobile's Preston Dial (85) double team a Bama defensive end.
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UA 'Fan Day' shows glimpse of Saban and local stars
      The University of Alabama football team held its annual "Fan Day" Sunday afternoon at Bryant-Denny Stadium with more than 9,000 Crimson Tide fans attending the event. The football team held a twohour practice at Bryant-Denny Stadium and then signed autographs for 45 minutes.
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Go Bears Go
Leroy Bears varsity cheerleaders named 'Cheer Champions'
      The Leroy High School varsity cheerleaders participated in the UCA summer camp at the University of Alabama June 19- 22. They received superior ribbons in all categories and were named Cheer Champions. That honor earned them an invitation to the Capital One Bowl in Orlando, Fla. in January.
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Panther football players attend UA camp
Dunigan and James meet Nick Saban
      Coffeeville High School football players Kyle Dunigan (left) and Elijah James (right) attended an Alabama football camp recently. The players went through offensive line drills that were instructed by the Alabama coaches.
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Tucker catches big fish
      Chipper Tucker caught his first largemouth bass while fishing with his uncle J.R. Morgan and grandfather James Morgan of Jackson. The fish weighed 6 pounds. Chipper released the fish unharmed.
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