Parcells relieves pressure by releasing Cowboys kicker Vanderjagt
Cowboys coach Bill Parcells, relieved after cutting Mike Vanderjagt, replaces him with Martin Gramatica for the playoff push. Vanderjagt had a volatile season despite career accuracy marks, missing key kicks and fading in confidence. Gramatica, unproven this year, returned to practice amid hopes for stability.
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Stoops named Big 12 coach of the year after tough Oklahoma season
Oklahoma coach Bob Stoops earned the Associated Press Big 12 coach of the year honor after guiding the Sooners to a 10-2 season and a Big 12 South title despite quarterback dismissals, an injury to Adrian Peterson, and NCAA investigations. Stoops became the conference’s first three time winner, praised for keeping the team focused amid adversity.
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Rockets grudge game shows McGrady limited return
McGrady gingerly reentered the game after an earlier hip issue but began 1-for-8 and spent stretches on the bench as Houston leaned on Yao Ming. The Timberwolves surged late in the third but trailed 54-47 heading to the fourth as Alston and McGrady tried to stabilize the Rockets.
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REL Teams Continue Strong Play After Break
The Ganders fell short to Austin 33 21, led by Zedrak Davis with 21 for Austin while Riven Contreras, Cornelius Laday, Ronnie Hampton, Chris McClure, and Fred Johnson contributed. The Lady Ganders rolled past Pasadena 52 26 as T J Hart scored 16 and Damequin Montgomery 15, with Katherine Henderson 12 and Shareta Godfrey nine. REL opens Katy Tournament play Thursday vs Katy Cinco Ranch, a strong test with Cy Fair and Dulles in the field.
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Fisher Sparks Eagles In Debut As BH Ups Indians In Season Opener
Hoops senior Mason Fisher scored 25 to lead Barbers Hill as they defeated Crosby and Barbers Hill teammates Brook Ybarra added 20 while Michael Davis contributed nine. Coach Toon praised football players adapting to basketball twice this season and prepping for Port Aransas Tournament. Crosby beat Caney Creek 23 from Creshan White leading Crosby. Crosby heads to Anahuac Tournament next.
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Lady Cougars seal win with 22-8 third quarter surge
The Lady Cougars powered to a 22-8 run in the third quarter to pull away from Caney Creek, erasing a 39-30 halftime deficit and building a 61-38 advantage before the final period. Crosby led Crosby's team at intermission with a 39-30 score.
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Barbers Hill Girls Win 52 45 At Angleton
Barbers Hill improves to 6 4 with a 52 45 victory over Angleton on Tuesday night. The Lady Eagles led 23 14 at halftime and never trailed. Samantha Hardin scored 20 points, Kassi Sylvia added 12, and post defense limited Angleton inside play.
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