In the batter’s box at T-Mobile Park, Jarred Kelenic dug his cleats into the dirt, taking a deep breath as he awaited the next pitch. The familiar surroundings brought a flood of memories, both triumphant and agonizing, from his tumultuous tenure with the Seattle Mariners. Yet, this time, the 24-year-old outfielder donned the crisp white and red uniform of the Atlanta Braves, a stark contrast to the teal and navy he once sported.
In the high-stakes world of NBA playoffs, every detail matters – even a player’s facial hair. For Atlanta Hawks’ superstar Trae Young, his newly grown fuller beard is more than just a fashion statement; it’s a symbol of the team’s battle-hardened determination to make their mark this postseason.
As the Hawks gear up for the Play-In Tournament against the Chicago Bulls, they are leaning heavily on their seasoned veterans – the ones who have been through the playoff grind before.
Eastern Washington finds itself in a familiar position entering the Big Sky Tournament as the No. 1 seed, but they’re determined to avoid a repeat of last season’s disappointing first-round exit.
“We’re embracing it,” EWU’s head coach David Riley said. “We talked about how that adversity from last year, as long as we use it right, can prepare us and help us.”
The Eagles (21-10, 15-3 Big Sky) will face either No.
