Steve Johnson Finds New Confidence at Oregon State
Oregon State standout Steve Johnson, a 6 foot 10 center averaging 20.3 points, embraces pressure as he leads a top-ranked Beavers squad toward a Gel Coliseum clash with UCLA. Once hampered by family issues and coaching friction, the San Bernardino native credits talks with coach Ralph Miller for his mental turnaround and continues to eye a pro career despite past injuries and off-court obstacles.
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Phillips Only Looks To The Future Saints Hire Bum Phillips As New Coach
Bum Phillips says he will not dwell on last season's breakdown and focuses on rebuilding the New Orleans Saints. He outlines staff plans, draft strategy with 18 choices, and notes about player relations including Tony Galbreath and assistant coaches.
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WVU Friction Shrinks Action in Catlett Era at Mountaineer
WVU athletics clash with Gale Catlett stirs concern over football and basketball leadership. Coach Catlett insists on focus with his team while AD Dick Martin pushes travel by bus. A potential fix floated: Catlett as co director of athletics with control over basketball only. Judge William Kidd praises Rand McKinney’s Hall of Fame nod and notes family ties to WV athletics. Rich Hawkins praised by Rocky Gap coach Charlie Puckett as a top scorer and leader amid Bland County basketball culture.
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Raiders Coliseum Suit Hearings Open in Los Angeles
A pre trial hearing for the Raiders and Coliseum suit to move the NFL champions to Los Angeles opened Thursday. The session was closed to news media as attorneys for the NFL Coliseum Raiders and Rams attended before U S District Judge Harry Pregerson.
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Cromwell Prefers Guarding Wide Outs In Pro Bowl
Rams safety Nolan Cromwell, a first time Pro Bowler, aims to learn from facing AFC stars including Brian Sipe Dan Fouts John Jefferson Stanley Morgan Earl Campbell and Joe Cribbs. He led the NFC with eight interceptions and 101 tackles and emphasizes ball discipline over injuring receivers.
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Inclement Weather Delays Crosby Pro-Am
Heavy rain hail wash out first round of the Bing Crosby National Pro-Am in Pebble Beach and push schedule back at least one day. Officials cautious about finishing by Monday with a four day 72 hole format. CBS extends coverage to Monday as storms batter Monterey Peninsula.
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Frey confirms Otis to left field for Royals season
Kansas City manager Jim Frey says Amos Otis will move from center to left field to accommodate Willie Wilson as the Royals’ fastest man patrols the gaps. John Wathan will start at catcher with Clint Hurdle given a chance to end platooning as the lineup shifts from Porter’s departure.
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