scoring

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Rohl was able to enjoy his side scoring four goals for the second game in a row at Ibrox, with some influential performances in attack.

From BBC • Apr. 4, 2026

The strange series of events overshadowed the game, which saw South Carolina hold UConn 40 points below the Huskies’ season scoring average.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 4, 2026

The Dodgers’ hitters might be waiting on a wakeup call, but the Guardians jumped on Yoshinobu Yamamoto in the third inning, scoring twice on miscues by him and catcher Smith.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 1, 2026

Backup center Jaxson Hayes was outstanding in scoring 19 points on eight-for-eight shooting, including a three-pointer with six minutes and 41 seconds left.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 31, 2026

“I get more satisfaction out of making good passes than I do scoring, Mr. Dacus,” Philip answered.

From "The Great Santini" by Pat Conroy