Former Vikings coach George O’Leary hospitalized after heart attack
Former Vikings defensive coordinator George O’Leary suffers a heart attack at home in the Twin Cities. He is hospitalized at Fairview Southdale Hospital in Edina and expected to recover. Vikings coach Mike Tice says he should be OK and may be released soon. O’Leary had recently become Central Florida head coach after Notre Dame resignation.
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Augusta Lynx Fall 4-2 to Columbus Cottonmouths
The Augusta Lynx were defeated 4-2 by the Columbus Cottonmouths at the Richmond County Civic Center. Augusta led 2-1 on goals by Louis Goulet and Todd Bennett before Columbus struck twice late in the third period to seal the win.
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Events Basketball Wagener Salley in King Academy Tourney
Hockey vs Roanoke at Augusta 7 35 p m.
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Bowl lineups and TV times in a Saturday slate
A series of prime college football bowl games with network assignments. Florida faces Iowa at 11 a.m. in the Outback Bowl, West Virginia meets Maryland at 12:30 p.m. in the Gator Bowl, Georgia plays Purdue at 1 p.m. in the Capital One Bowl, Southern California takes on Michigan at 4 p.m. in the Rose Bowl, and Florida State clashes with Miami at 8:30 p.m. in the Orange Bowl.
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Bowden era tops South Carolina sports in 2003
South Carolina sports in 2003 centered on Clemson coach Tommy Bowden facing a fiery 12 months after the Tangerine Bowl loss. The year also mourned longtime Clemson broadcaster Jim Phillips and celebrated Summerville High coach John McKissick's 500th victory, with Davis Love III winning the Heritage title and Darlington Raceway’s Southern 500 finale ranking high in the year’s themes.
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Auburn Tigers rebound with Music City Bowl win over Wisconsin
Auburn ends a turbulent season with a 28 to 14 victory over Wisconsin in the Music City Bowl. The win showcases a stronger defense and a productive backfield led by Carnell Williams and Ronnie Brown, plus clutch plays from Jason Campbell as Tuberville hopes to turn focus back to football.
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Local sports boast state titles and record earnings in 2003
Silver Bluff High School won its first state basketball title 59 58 over Calhoun County in March. Wardlaw Academy captured its first state crown 50 44 over Calhoun Academy in the ISAS finals. USC Aiken golf topped NCAA Division II polls and earned a Southeast Region title with Scott Usher named a PING All American. Silver Bluff softball claimed its second straight state title with Meredith Guerrieri scoring the winning run. Beth Jordan defended her Class AAAA pole vault title at 11 feet 6 inches. Matt Hendrix helped Clemson win its first NCAA Division I golf championship and later won the Sunnehanna Amateur.
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Whitehurst Not Fazed by Bowl and Family Lessons
Clemson quarterback Charlie Whitehurst credits his father David a former Packers QB for shaping mental approach and fundamentals. Bowden notes Whitehurst's footwork and readiness stem from home instruction. Whitehurst led Clemson in 2003 with 21 TD passes as they prep for Peach Bowl against Tennessee after a tough Tangerine Bowl.
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Georgia tight end Ben Watson returns for senior season
Georgia tight end Ben Watson reflects on staying for his final year after an ankle injury and reduced role this season. He missed two games and much of another, posting 20 receptions for 283 yards and two touchdowns as Georgia prepares for the Capital One Bowl against Purdue.
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