Banks Breaks World Record In USA Outdoor Jump
Willie Banks delivers a bold leap of 58 feet 11 inches to set a new world mark at the USA Mobil Outdoor Championships. Banks declares he can reach 60 feet as he surpasses Joao de Oliveira and Michael Conley, who both cleared 58 feet earlier in the night. De Oliveira had held the record since 1975 with a 58-82 in Mexico City.
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Massimino Top Nets Candidate
Rollie Massimino of Villanova reportedly was offered the New Jersey Nets head coaching job. Nets officials would not confirm. The New York Post cited sources saying Massimino would be paid about 400000 per season, length unspecified.
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Lynam Named Assistant Coach for 76ers
Philadelphia 76ers announce former Los Angeles Clippers coach Jimmy Lynam, age 44 and a St. Joseph's alum, as assistant to head coach Matt Guokas. Guokas says Lynam was at the top of his list of potential assistants.
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Davis leaves WVU basketball program
West Virginia University officials confirm guard Aundrae Davis has left the school. Last week Auburn sources said Davis contacted them about transferring to the Southeastern Conference program.
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Pirates sale loosens city restriction may prompt relocation
Pittsburgh owners say they will not require a sale agreement to keep the Pirates in the city, a stance that has drawn sympathy from National League President Chub Feeney. Feeney indicated the league would prefer the franchise stay in its long-time home, yet could understand the Galbreath family's removal of the restriction.
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AMA urged to oppose blood doping by doctors
Doctors from six states urge the American Medical Association to take an ethical stand against blood doping. They argue physicians should not treat a procedure that carries medical risks for the sole purpose of enhancing athletic performance.
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Brinton T. Darlington
Sports on TV Tonight Featured Astros Braves NASCAR and Waterskiing
At 7 40 p m WTBS broadcasts Houston Astros versus Atlanta Braves in baseball. ESPN airs the Van Scoy Diamond Mine 500 NASCAR race from Pocono at 9 30 p m. USA airs a 10 p m Pro Tour waterskiing event from Orlando Florida.
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Ewing Set for Knicks as 1985 Draft Nears
Patrick Ewing said he has given no thought to his pro career while awaiting the NBA draft that will place him with the New York Knicks. NBA scouts compare his impact to past greats, with teams like Indiana and Los Angeles positioning for picks. Players including Wayman Tisdale and others discuss potential destinations as draft emotion builds. The NBA no-trade period runs through the second round.
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Albeck Named Bulls Head Coach Replacing Loughery
Chicago AP Stan Albeck was named head coach of the Chicago Bulls on Monday signing to a multiyear contract. He aims to lift the Bulls into NBA elite with minor changes while addressing a weak point at point guard. Albeck takes over one day before the NBA draft and plans input on selections, saying the team can become elite with the right moves.
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North aims for smoother US Open defense after Oakland Hills win
Two time champion Andy North, now 35, seeks a calmer approach after his Oakland Hills victory. He reflects on past pain and swing changes, noting his new crouched putting stance helped him claim $103,000 and move to $154,695 career earnings, while entering elite events. The story also briefly notes Ford’s MVP showcase with Gretzky and Abdul-Jabbar receiving Ford cars.
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Karlsson Upsets Mandlikova In Eastbourne Debut
Swedish qualifier Carina Karlsson stunned second seed Hana Mandlikova 7-5 1-6 6-4 in the Eastbourne first round. Mandlikova saved four match points, said grass play was for Wimbledon prep, while Kohde-Kirsch was hospitalized with appendicitis hours before her match.
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Caterer pleads innocent in MLB drug trafficking probe
Curtis Strong, a 38 year old Philadelphia caterer, pleaded innocent to 16 counts of cocaine distribution linked to a federal probe into drug trafficking involving major league baseball players. He set a July 17 trial date as part of the case arising from a 15 month grand jury investigation.
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