Final Four brings big changes to New Orleans arena events
Dawn Staley recalls 1991 as the last women’s Final Four in New Orleans. This year LSU Minnesota Tennessee and Connecticut are set for full houses on national TV. ESPN ratings rise 57 percent this tournament with 18,000 seats sold at the New Orleans Arena and Hoop City hosting fans.
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North South All Star wrestling set for Charles City
Eight Gazette area wrestlers made rosters for the 27th Annual North South Meet. The event runs Saturday at Charles City High School gym at 6 30 p m with standout seniors from multiple classes and tickets priced at five dollars.
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Pegump Sets Mount Mercy Career Strikeout Record
Cedar Rapids star Justin Pegump, ex-Cedar Rapids Prairie, struck out seven in four innings to reach 228 career K s, passing Hannibal LaGrange game. His Mount Mercy Mustangs won 4 3 over Hannibal-LaGrange to seal the mark.
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Iowa recruit Kanellis stands by program amid pressure
Kanellis says he remains committed to Iowa amid rival interest from Miami Florida Notre Dame and Alabama. Mark Shada recalls Morgan’s polite reaction to a call while Iowa officials weigh recruiting plans and Mor gan’s upcoming official visit to the Hawkeyes.
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Michigan wins NIT crown over Rutgers in title game
Michigan defeats Rutgers 62 55 to claim the NIT championship as Dion Harris nets 13 points and Daniel Horton 14 to earn tournament MVP honors. Rutgers star Quincy Douby struggles with eight first half misses and Herve Lamizana leads with 19 points.
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Okafor's Fit Key to UConn Title Run vs Duke
Connecticut relies on Emeka Okafor to anchor the Huskies as he returns from injuries. Coach Jim Calhoun highlights his lift in practice and rebounding, while Duke's Mike Krzyzewski warns opponents not to let Okafor dominate.
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