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Milwaukee 3-pointers extinguish Phoenix

Milwaukee used a barrage of 3-pointers to get past Green Bay and sweep the season series between the two in-state rivals. The Phoenix made a run late in the game using the chase-and-foul method but ended up falling short as the Panthers walked away with an 81-75 victory on Alec Brown bobblehead day Feb. 4 at the Resch Center.

The previous meeting between these teams featured a tight battle ending on a clutch game-winning 3-point shot from Milwaukee senior guard Kaylon Williams. But in this match up, which Milwaukee shot 12-for-23 from 3-point territory, the Panthers was continually able to pull away from the Phoenix whenever they threatened.

Milwaukee Brewers allot 3 peanut-free-area games

http://t1.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcSREqhrsLm7apN3fLlsoxj7lZvsrsBsX2_shIuz2yR0bkKQzQ_DWQAnyone who’s sung “Take Me Out to the Ball Game” knows that peanuts and Cracker Jack are forever linked with baseball. But for fans with peanut allergies, a ballpark experience can be tough to navigate. More >

2 Milwaukee people sought in string of robberies

Two Milwaukee people are part of a trio of thieves wanted for ripping off electronics stores from Illinois north to Green Bay.

The group hit stores in about a dozen places, and it looks like they may not be done. Only one of them is in custody, but police are pulling out all the stops to get the other two.

Golden Eagles Have Success with Summer Squads

http://grfx.cstv.com/photos/schools/marq/sports/w-soccer/auto_action/6729579.jpegAs preseason training camp looms near, many members of the Marquette women’s soccer team continue to be active with their respective club teams as the summer winds down. The week is critical for many as they contend for national titles.

Here’s a snapshot of the Golden Eagles have been up to during their summer vacations.

Megan Jaskowiak helped her club team to the U.S. Women’s Amateur National Title (United States Adult Soccer Association)… More >

Milwaukee lose spot at NHL playoffs

Milwaukee played their final regular season game Sunday afternoon, losing to the Grand Rapids Griffins 2-1 in regulation. The win was the final game of the season for the Griffins, as they finished the season dead last in the Western Conference with 75 points and did not qualify for the playoffs.

Miami ties with Milwaukee for playoff

Miami has a tie with Milwaukee for the fifth seed in the Eastern Conference, though the Bucks own the tiebreaker, and cut the Heat’s magic number to clinch at least the No. 6 seed.