'I grew up doing this': Former Brophy Prep corner Ben Morrison has pro day for NFL scouts
Former Brophy cornerback Ben Morrison showed 25 NFL teams days before the draft that he's ready to make an impact.
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Raúl Jiménez's goal sends Mexico to 12th CONCACAF Gold Cup final with 1-0 win over Honduras
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