Ismail Poised To Win Heisman Trophy Tonight
Raghib Ismail known as Rocket may capture the 1990 Heisman as Notre Dame fans anticipate a coast to coast TV showcase. The junior star blends world-class speed, explosive plays and versatility as running back, flanker and returner, earning comparisons to past Heisman winners while facing BYU’s Ty Detmer as a top contender.
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Carew Fingers Lead Hall of Fame Ballot in 1991
Rod Carew seven time batting champion and Rollie Fingers all time saves leader top a 24 newcomer slate on the 1991 Hall of Fame ballot mailed Friday. BBWAA members will vote in December with results due in early January. A 75 percent threshold caps admission. ballot lists 45 names including 21 holdovers.
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Graham's plan to slow Rustburg hinges on stopping Bobby Jones
In Rustburg versus Graham in the state semifinal, the Red Devils rely on Bobby Jones, a versatile star who has paced Rustburg with 141 points, 605 rushing yards, and 21 scores. Graham counters with a stingy defense led by Graham Thompson and Chuck Flynn, while Rustburg eyeing a middle-ground attack if needed.
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Montcalm Lady Generals Rally Past Gauley Bridge Semifinal
In Charleston, Montcalm Lady Generals overcame a six point halftime deficit to beat Gauley Bridge 57-51 in the Class A West Virginia tournament semifinal. Led by Tanya East and Crystal Davago, Angie Vaughan and Traci Price, Montcalm advances to face Burch in the Class A final.
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WVU Ready for Shootout in Maryland Tilt
WVU faces Maryland in a fast paced 4 p.m. Coliseum showdown with an 11,000 crowd expected. WVU relies on guard trio Boyd Shelton and Smith versus Maryland guards Williams Roe and Roe. Leonard sidelined with mononucleosis. Mountaineers seek to extend a 13 game home win streak as they push the ball relentlessly.
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Lions invite Senators to lair in Centennial Hall
The Mountain Lions host Davis Elkins tonight at 7 30 after winning the Concord College Princeton-Mercer Chamber Invitational in Princeton. Concord improved to 4 1 and extended its home streak to 15 by beating Ohio Valley 133 92 and Shenandoah 118 113. Ron Ward scored 40 as five Lions hit double figures.
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Agassi Seizes Davis Cup Lead With Five Set Win
Andre Agassi rallied from a set down to defeat Richard Fromberg in five sets 4-6 6-2 4-6 6-2 6-4, giving the United States a 1-0 lead over Australia in the Davis Cup finals in St. Petersburg. Michael Chang was set to play Darren Cahill later, while Rick Leach and Jim Pugh were due to face Pat Cash and John Fitzgerald in doubles.
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St Albans reaches final in Class AAA girls semifinal
Beth Cunningham's decisive basket after Gennet Jones drive gives St. Albans a 49 46 win over John Marshall. Cunningham's late score put St. Albans ahead 48 46 with 1:02 left as Thompson added a 52 second foul shot. St. Albans advances to face Morgantown or Huntington East in the final.
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