Nance resigns Iowa State post to protect coaching career
Lynn Nance says he quit as Iowa State head basketball coach to safeguard his career after concerns the program would worsen. He left midway through his fourth season, ending 41-58, and moved to Lexington where his wife coaches Kentucky women. Iowa State hired Johnny Orr with a larger budget and support plan.
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ISU gym coach surprised by Lyons rings second at NCAA
Iowa State coach Ed Gagnier praised Mike Lyons for finishing second in the rings with a 19.25 after Ron Galimore won vault at the 1980 NCAA gymnastics meet in Lincoln Nebraska. Nebraska crowd attendance reached 7737 as Galimore also placed second in floor and third all around.
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Brewers Boss Seeks June Return Amid Retirement Thought
Milwaukee manager George Bamberger aims to resume duties by June after major heart surgery. He plans two months of recuperation in Florida and says this season could be his last unless finances demand otherwise.
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Recruiting Ethics Surround Early Women’s Athletics Rise
Wyatt argues pressure mounts on athletic programs to win as women’s programs grow. The piece cites Ann Donovan’s recruitment, shifts in transfer rules, no contact policies, and concerns from coaches like Judy McMullen about enforcement. It previews a national ethics discussion on violations.
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White Sox to Hold Tryouts at Westcott Park
Major league scout Michael Mertz will conduct the 23rd annual Bill Kimball White Sox tryout camp May 30-31 at Westcott Park, seeking prospective players for development and evaluation.
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Blalock tops field. finish sets leaders' pace
Jane Blalock shot 4 under par 68 to lead the day among the leaders and finished third at 9 under. Pat Meyers placed fourth at 7 under, with Sally Little two strokes behind.
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Borg to Skip More Tournaments After Monte Carlo Win
Bjorn Borg plans another break from tour after defending Monte Carlo Open title by beating Guillermo Vilas. The 23 year old Swedish star is trimming events to stay in peak form for the upcoming French Open and Wimbledon, both of which he has won five times.
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Cedar Rapids Leads Highlight Second Weekend VFW Bowling
In Cedar Rapids the state VFW bowling tourney saw leaders shift in women teams to Happy Go Luckies with a 2989 series and Paul and Kay Knight of Cedar Rapids surge to the mixed doubles top with 1318. Other top marks include Oaks Lanes trio at 3029 and Edgier standings across doubles singles and all events. Rube Marquard also noted for a 1912 season start with 19 straight wins for the New York Giants.
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Borg Dominates Vilas in Open Victory at Wimbledon
Fresh for Wimbledon and the French Open, Borg won 6-1 6-0 6-2 over Vilas on Sunday earning $30,000 while Vilas collected $15,000.
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Mason resigns as Arizona football coach amid probe
Tony Mason steps down as head football coach of the University of Arizona amid an investigation into travel recruiting and other expenses. He also leaves his academic post and says the decision is in the university and his family’s best interests. President John P. Schaefer notes the probe strained Mason’s family while spring practice begins.
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Ex Regis star hurls gem as Kohawks roll
Former Cedar Rapids Regis star Mike Williams pitched a no hitter for Coe College in a 4-0 win over Dallas University and Mark Parker hit a two run homer. Parker also delivered a three run shot in the nightcap as the Kohawks won 3-2. Coe rose to No.5 in NCAA Division III while at 4-2 on the season. They travel to meet Loras at Norway Wednesday.
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Inside Hawkeye Sports Confronts Subscriber Uncertainty
Iowa officials confirm about 3000 subscribers may not receive refunds as Le Duc Enterprises’ athletic publication collapses. Casey Mahon of the University of Iowa oversees the fallout with the Kansas City publisher while President Thomas Le Duc is unavailable for comment.
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