11.   He had more than his share before helping FAU reach its first NCAA Tournament berth.

12.   He referred to the conference final, in which a victory gives Eastern Washington its first NCAA Tournament berth.

13.   His first All-Star berth might be only a few home runs away.

14.   Instead of surging toward its first NCAA tournament berth in six years, Seton Hall is stumbling at the finish line.

15.   Last year he earned his first Pro Bowl berth.

16.   Last season, he helped Atlanta gain its first Super Bowl berth.

17.   Not for a team that is primed for its first NCAA Tournament berth.

18.   Now, the Rangers are in position to earn their first postseason berth in three seasons.

19.   Ottawa Senators defenseman Wade Redden was named the National Hockey League Rookie of the Month for April after helping his team earn its first playoff berth.

20.   Rick Noji, ex-Franklin High and UW high jumper seeking his first Olympic berth, has qualifying tonight.