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Alex Thomas (center) was named Gatorade Louisiana Girls Soccer Player of the Year

Local student Alex Thomas chosen as La. Gatorade Soccer Player of the Year

By April Siese Contributing Writer Benjamin Franklin High School sophomore Alex Thomas has been named the Gatorade Louisiana Girls Soccer Player of the Year. The

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Have Black Americans left baseball?
By Keli Goff Contributing Writer (Special from The Root and New America Media) — While the Jackie Robinson biopic 42 has become a certified success, attracting a diverse audience on its way ...
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