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PLAY BALL

• Support Emancipation Park’s Healthy Communities initiatives by taking part in the 3rd Annual Freedom Walk/Run & Health Fair this Saturday.

• Looking for some summer fun? Join this unique Sportskind Cornhole League where you switch partners every game! Registration ends June 20th.

• Head to the track for a stein-holding competition, cornhole and a classic car show at the 2nd Annual Horsepower & Brews Day at Sam Houston Race Park this Saturday. Also, catch the last leg of the Triple Crown while you’re there!

OUR HOUSTON SOCCER BAR PICKS

It’s a summer of soccer here in Houston! With the Concacaf Gold Cup and Leagues Cup set for Shell Energy Stadium in just a few weeks, there’s going to be no shortage of soccer action. That’s without even mentioning finding a spot to catch the FIFA Club World Cup on TV. Don’t stress, we have our picks for standout soccer bars in Houston that will help you keep up with all the slide tackles this summer. Check it out!

THIS WEEKEND

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• Houston Astros #2 prospect Jacob Melton made his major league debut on Sunday, posting his first hit after beating out Brandon Lowe’s throw in a memorable scene you can see here.

• Longtime NFL cornerback Ronald Darby told the Texans he is retiring after signing with the team for camp back in March.

• Texans head coach DeMeco Ryans is on the 79-man College Football Hall of Fame ballot that just released this Monday. More on Ryans’ potential unique place in the college football pantheon at the Houston Chronicle here.

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Make this weekend a knockout! See you next time!