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SPORTS 10• SATURDAY, JULY 25, 2026 The Elk City News FIFA World Cup: Spain Wins Second World Cup By Alex Alvarez but their goalie, Emiliano Marti- where he did not get the help who kicked the ball with his left gentina finished in second place award), Best Young Player: Pau nez had 12 saves during the game, from his defenders. foot before it got to the ground with eight goals Cubarsí (Spain) won the award. #1 ranked team met #2 ranked the most any goalie has ever had Surely, after Enzo Fernandez into the back of the net. The TV Other awards were as follows: President Donald Trump pre- team in the finals of the 2026 in a final of World Cup history. from Argentinian was ejected producers immediately focused Golden Ball: Rodri (Spain) won sented the trophy and gold med- World Cup. In fact, it was the Lionel Messi, the most antici- midway through the second half, the cameras on Lionel Messi, the award for the tournament’s als to the players from Spain and first time that the top four ranked pated player to watch in this cup Argentina was only hoping to get who had a dry smile, as saying, best player, with Lionel Messi the silver medal to the Argentin- teams made it to the semifinals. along with Frenchman Kylian to penalty kicks. It did not hap- “Dang, they finally scored. Now (Argentina) taking the Silver Ball ian team. Spain, who won the European Mbappé, was not able to make pen and Spain won their second what!” The tying goal never game, and Kylian Mbappé (France) the See you in four years!! The 2030 Cup, ended up beating three time any plays by the tight Spanish de- World Cup after that many times though there were two golden op- Bronze Ball. Golden Boot: Kylian FIFA World Cup will be joint- world cup and defending cham- fense, and could only watch, time in the final (the first one was portunities. Mbappé (France) claimed the ly hosted by Morocco, Portugal, pions Argentina, who beat France after time, how Spain continued in 2010 in South Africa against After the game for third place, award with 10 goals. Lionel Messi and Spain. To celebrate the tour- in penalty kicks four years ago to pommel his goalie, and how Netherlands, also with one goal which England won 6-4, setting (Argentina) and Jude Bellingham nament’s centenary, the opening after a tie to 3 goals after 120 min- heroically he defended the goal in extra time). the record for number of goals for (England) finished with the Silver matches will also be hosted in utes of play. line time after time. The goal came when Emiliano thir place in a World Cup, Kylian and Bronze boots. Golden Glove: South America by Uruguay, Ar- This time, Spain held Argen- In fact, the winning and only Martinez had another save, the Mbappé of France finished the Unai Simón (Spain) won for the gentina, and Paraguay tina to less than 5 shots to goal, goal by Ferran Torres, which ball bounced sideways, and Nico 2026 FIFA World Cup as the top best performance by a goalkeep- and the score could have been so came in the first period of extra Williams passed the ball back scorer with 10 goals, securing the er (he won, but Argentina’s goal- Sources: ESPN, GOOGLE, much higher against Argentina, time, was right after another save with his head to Ferran Torres Golden Boot. Lionel Messi of Ar- keeper should have won that SPORTS CHANNELS. tough #18 and after two bunkers, the 1963 Open Championship at The rest of the players in the top #11, and later three more bogeys for (Sept 22-27; Medinah C.C.). OPEN and a shot from the rough, was able to save a bogey which ended Royal Lytham & St. Annes Golf Club. Ryan is now on his way to spots included, Scottie Scheffler and Tommy Fleetwood tied for 4th at 7 a 72. Five players shared a tie for 9th And if you have time, over this weekend as you read the Elk City Continued from page 3 up being the difference between Florida with the Claret Jug in tow! under par, three players at 6 under at 5 under par: Adam Scott, Russell News, Ryder Cowan has been invit- first and second. Cameron finished At week’s end, Sam Burns had par shared a tie for 6th: Casey Jar- Henley, Rasmus Neegard, Ludvig ed to play this week’s 3M Open in 69-67-69-68). Both finished at 7 over 2 hours ahead of Ryan Fox, another close one at a major, and vis, Lucas Herbert (who shot 62 on Aberg and Ryan Gerard. Minnesota at the TPC Twin Cities. under par tied for fourth place. who is called “Foxy” by his PGA took the lead at 10 under par going the second round after failing to get The 155th Open Championship Hopefully he has a tee time for the Fox’s round of 2 under par 68 on Tour peers. Ryan joins Michael into the last round, but after a bird- “up-and-down” on the 18th for 1 next year will be held at the Old weekend! Sunday, included three bogeys and Campbell and 90-year old, Sir Bob ie at #2, he had three bogeys and 61!) and Si Woo Kim who on Sun- Course of St. Andrews. five birdies, four of them on the last Charles as major champions from couldn’t score another birdie in day took the lead at 10 under par Coming up this year in the world Sources: ESPN, MSN Sports, PGA six holes. Cameron Young, who New Zealand. Campbell won the the round, finishing with a 72 and after his birdie on hole #6 and kept of golf: Solheim Cup (Sept 7-13th, Tour, Wikipedia.org, Google, On- was on his way to a 63, faced the 2005 U.S. Open and Charles won a solo third at 8 under par. the solo lead until he made bogey on Netherlands) and President’s Cup Line media sports. 2 over round. on bold promise in London. His The top four ranked teams goals ever. Lamine Yamal had a short TIDBITS Scottie Scheffler finished 4th, and never shot over par. Hit more time was 3:42.66. The old record was from Moroccan Hicham made it to the semifinals. England took a 4-0 lead in Many Argentinians embar- rassed themselves by the way they conversation with his hero, Li- onel Messi (who acted like the Continued from page 3 greens than anyone, but his put- El Guerrouj of 3:43.13 and was the Bronze medal game against acted, during and after the game. champion he is) who said to him: ting was not up to par. more than three second ahead France, then France scored three Shame on you former champions! “Keep growing. The future of fut- majors! He lost the U.S. Open of American Yared Nuguse, who unanswered goals to make the The Spaniards were worthy bol belongs to you!” by one, and after taking the lead TRACK & FIELD crossed in 3:45.69 score 4-3, but England went champions, they never allowed in the Open Championship, fin- Josh Kerr crushes the 27-year- ahead 5-3, eventually winning 6-4 the powerful offensive from Ar- Sources ESPN , Google, MSN ished third after finishing with a old mile record after delivering FIFA WORLD CUP in the bronze game with the most gentina to get close to a goal! Sports, On-Line, local NEWS Governor Stitt Signs Lucile Morehouse Pollinator Act into Law, Establishing New Oklahoma Insect Designations to Support Agriculture and Conservation OKLAHOMA CITY, Okla. — Governor Kevin Stitt has signed the Lucile Morehouse Pollinator Act into law, establishing four offi- cial Oklahoma insect designations that recognize the essential role insects play in agriculture, conser- vation, biodiversity, and healthy ecosystems. The Act creates the following of- ficial state designations: European Honeybee (Apis mel- lifera) — Oklahoma State Agricul- tural Pollinator American Bumblebee (Bombus pensylvanicus) — Oklahoma State Native Insect Carolina Mantis (Stagmomantis carolina) — Oklahoma State Pred- ator Insect Rainbow Scarab (Phanaeus vin- dex) — Oklahoma State Soil Con- servation Insect Together, these designations celebrate species that pollinate crops, preserve native ecosystems, tion inspired the measure. Since islation has never been about me,” inspires future generations to be- provide natural pest control, and launching her project at age 11, said Morehouse. “It is about recog- come good stewards of our natural improve soil health—highlighting Morehouse has educated millions nizing the remarkable insects that resources. Every person has the Oklahoma’s commitment to agri- of people through workshops, edu- quietly support Oklahoma every ability to make a positive impact, culture, environmental steward- cational resources, media outreach, day. From producing the food we and conservation begins with ed- ship, and conservation education. legislative advocacy, and partner- eat to improving our soil and pro- ucation.” The legislation is named in honor ships promoting pollinator-friend- tecting our native landscapes, these The Lucile Morehouse Pollinator of Lucile Morehouse, a 15-year-old ly habitats across Oklahoma and species are essential to the health of Act reflects a shared commitment Oklahoma 4-H State Ambassador beyond. our state.” among Oklahoma leaders, edu- and founder of Lucile’s Pollinator “Having the Lucile Morehouse “I hope this Act encourages cators, agricultural organizations, Project, whose dedication to pol- Pollinator Act signed into law is people of all ages to learn more conservation partners, and citizens linator education and conserva- an incredible honor, but this leg- about the insects around them and to preserve the state’s natural re- sources while encouraging future generations to value science, agri- culture, and environmental stew- ardship. “This legislation demonstrates what can happen when young people are encouraged to pursue their passions and serve their com- munities,” Morehouse said. “I am deeply grateful to Governor Stitt, the members of the Oklahoma Legislature, Oklahoma 4-H, my mentors, my family, and everyone who believed in this vision. This ac- complishment belongs to all of us.” About Lucile Morehouse Lucile Morehouse is an Oklaho- ma 4-H State Ambassador, Okla- homa State STEM Innovator, Glob- al Youth Ambassador and founder of Lucile’s Pollinator Project, and a nationally recognized youth lead- er in pollinator conservation and agricultural education. Through statewide and national outreach, she has inspired millions through educational programming, work- shops, media appearances, partner- ships, and conservation initiatives. Her mission is to educate, inspire, and empower others to protect pol- linators and conserve the natural resources that sustain future gen- erations.