t hand to bring in a 46-yard reception .Just a warmup act for this: A 31-yard TD pass in which he held off an Oregon defender , spun around, and plucked the ball out of the air with his right hand. Oh, an

PORTLAND, Ore. -- Maybe next time theyll spell Chris Wondolowskis name right. The striker scored a first-half hat trick in a 6-1 victory for the U.S. mens national team over Belize in the opening round of the CONCACAF Gold Cup on Tuesday night. Wondolowski, who plays for Major League Soccers San Jose Earthquakes, sported an extra "W" on the back of his red and white jersey for the first international meeting between the two teams. Landon Donovan added a goal and two assists, becoming the first player with at least 50 career goals and 50 assists for the U.S. national team. Costa Rica defeated Cuba 3-0 in an earlier match Tuesday at Jeld-Wen Field. The 12-team Gold Cup, which includes national teams from North and Central America and the Caribbean, is played every two years. Wondolowski is the third American to score three goals in a Gold Cup match, joining Donovan and Brian McBride. The United States has won four Gold Cups since the tournaments inception in 1991. Mexico has won the past two. "Its just great to get the start, especially in front of some great fans, and they provide such an atmosphere that makes it exciting and it makes you want to go out there and play," Wondolowski said. And as for his jersey? "I heard there was a lot of Ws in there," he laughed. The U.S. men were coming off a 6-0 rout of Guatemala in San Diego on Friday, an international friendly to warm up for the Gold Cup. Donovan scored twice, extending his American record to 51 international goals. That was Donovans first match after a five-month break from the national team. He was not included on rosters for the U.S. teams June World Cup qualifying matches. Wondolowski scored his first international goal against Guatemala. "I think Wondo realizes, Every time Im on the field I have an opportunity, and I need to take advantage of it," U.S. coach Juergen Klinsmann said. Belize was making its first Gold Cup appearance. The Jaguars, as they are known, qualified for the competition with a fourth-place finish in the UNCAF Copa Centroamericana. The U.S. struck early when Wondolowski knocked in a rebound off Belize goalkeeper Shane Orio in the 12th minute. The United States relentlessly peppered Orio with shots and he made a dramatic save when Joe Corona fired at him in the 27th minute. But Wondolowski was able to get another one past him in the 36th minute to make it 2-0. Belize scored on a penalty kick two minutes later when Elroy Smith fed Ian Gaynair for the header to beat U.S. goalkeeper Nick Rimando. But Belize, a team made up of a mix of amateur and professional players, lost steam after the goal, coach Andrew Mork said. "It didnt last long enough," Mork said. "And that really turned the game around for us." Wondolowski, whose jersey read "Wondowlowski" added a third goal in the 40th minute. The United States took a 4-1 lead in the 58th minute when Stuart Holden scored with an assist from Donovan, giving him 50 for his career. Donovan got another when he passed to Michael Orozco for a header in the 72nd minute to make it 5-0. He got a goal -- the 52nd of his career -- with a penalty kick in the 76th minute. "The crowd was great, the energy was great, I thought we started really well," Donovan said. "A little disappointed to give up a goal, but I think it was a great night for us, a great night for the fans and a good start for the tournament." The Group C teams next meet on Saturday in Salt Lake City, with the U.S. facing Cuba followed by Belize against Costa Rica at Rio Tinto Stadium. The winners and runners up from each group, and the two top third-place finishers, advance to the knockout round. The tournament concludes July 28th at Soldier Field in Chicago. It was the first visit to Portland for the U.S. mens team since 1998. 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How they searched and searched.Hearing that Antonio Jr. may be at a certain location, Antonio Sr. loaded up the family -- including Bryce, his sister, Taylor, and Sonji -- and went to bring him home.They found Antonio Jr. and when his father shouted, he ran away. Antonio Sr. chased after him before someone yelled that Antonio Jr. had a gun. Antonio Sr. was shot on a street near the Rose Bowl in Pasadena, California. He was rushed to the hospital, but it was too late.At Antonio Jr.s trial, Sonji testified. So did Taylor. The jury convicted Antonio Jr. of manslaughter and he was given a 21-year sentence that hes serving at a California state prison. Hes due to be released in two years.Those two were best friends, Sonji said of her stepson and husband. I still just cant believe it.Antonio Jr. sent letters to the family asking for forgiveness, but Sonji wasnt ready to respond. Too much anger.A few years ago, she let go of her fury. She wrote her stepson a note and they talked. And talked.I was holding onto this grudge for so long and I just couldnt do it anymore, she explained.dddddddddddd. I felt like I was dying inside. I had to release it.For Bryce, it took a little while longer to forgive.I felt like my mom wanted him in my life, but I wasnt ready, Bryce said. Over time, and seeing my mom forgive, I changed my mindset. I allowed him back in my life. We formed a pretty good relationship.So much so that Bryce visited Antonio Jr. in prison last winter. Now, they talk quite a bit -- about life and football. Antonio Jr., 33, even watches his younger brothers football games from prison.For him to become to the person that hes become today, thats awesome, Antonio Jr. said in a phone interview. I really applaud him. Im thankful for them to forgive me and to allow me to still be a part of their lives. Thats really touched my heart. I just wish him the best. I cant wait to be there and go to his games, support him and see him play.Because the catches he makes, theyre amazing.Bryce has always had a knack for catching anything in his vicinity. His nickname in high school was Mickey Mouse, because he used to wear white gloves and his hands were so huge. He was also called Prime Time, for his big-play ability.Coming into this season, he had 47 catches for 422 yards and three TDs. But this year, with the Buffaloes back on the national scene, hes turned it up another level, making two did-he-just-do-that receptions.The first one was against rival Colorado State in the season opener when he reached out his left hand to bring in a 46-yard reception .Just a warmup act for this: A 31-yard TD pass in which he held off an Oregon defender , spun around, and plucked the ball out of the air with his right hand. Oh, and somehow managed to keep one foot in bounds, too. It gave Colorado the lead with 8:43 remaining in a 41-38 win over Oregon.That should be nominated for catch of the year, Antonio Jr. proudly said. Im glad hes able to forgive me for what Ive done and move forward with a strong bond.Bryce holds tight to the memories of his father. In addition to his tattoos, he has a portrait of his dad in his room. He also goes by the nickname, Lil ToneBone, since his father was known as ToneBone.When Im off by myself, Im always talking to him. I ask him, `How am I doing? What should I be doing? Bryce said. Questions I can answer myself. But it always helps to talk to him.I know he would be really proud.---AP news researcher Rhonda Shafner contributed from New York City.---AP college football website: www.collegefootball.ap.org ' ' '