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Texas Bobsledder Finishes 14th At Olympics, After Appendectomy

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Posted on February 19, 2018 · Justin Olsen (San Antonio) and Sam McGuffie (Houston) may not have placed in the two-man bobsled competition. But, they have another shot at winning a medal during the four-man competition on February 24th and 25th.

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Sports Monday: Rockets Continue To Roll, And Houstonians In The Olympics

Abner Fletcher

Posted on February 12, 2018 · From the Rockets' eight-game winning streak, to the start of Spring Training for the Astros, MK Bower discusses the latest developments in Houston sports.

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