NFLs world tour stops in Montreal and Berlin
NFL teams continue a globe trotting schedule with the Chiefs and Rams practicing in Berlin's Olympic Stadium and the Patriots facing the Chiefs in Montreal. Coach Rod Rust weighs new staff dynamics as four quarterbacks mix with injury notes and retirements surface among veteran players.
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Perkins signs with Lakers reunites with Worthy
Sam Perkins, an unrestricted free agent, signs with the Los Angeles Lakers. Terms not disclosed but reports say up to 3 million dollars per year. The 29 year old, 6 foot 9 inch forward joined the Mavericks for six seasons after being the fourth pick in the 1984 draft. He previously played with James Worthy at North Carolina and was a co captain of the 1984 Olympic team. The Lakers have begun a flurry of moves after the season end including a trade of Orlando Woolridge to Denver and potential deals involving Michael Cooper, A C Green and Byron Scott.
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James Worthy
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Orlando Woolridge
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Michael Cooper
Cooper
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Byron Scott
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Cleveland
John Williams
Craig Ehlo
Douglas Holyfield title bout set for October showdown
James Buster Douglas will defend his heavyweight crown against Evander Holyfield on October 25 at The Mirage Las Vegas. Holyfield, 24-0 as a cruiserweight then 6-0 with six KOs as a heavyweight, is the top contender and a 2-5 favorite. Douglas says Holyfield is a worthy opponent while some in his camp question if Holyfield has the frame to handle a heavyweight title fight.
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Unser Jr wins Marlboro 500 as father heals in hospital
In Indianapolis, Al Unser Jr. captures the Marlboro 500 while his father, Al Unser Sr., recovers from a severe practice crash at Michigan International Speedway. Sr. thanked his son on TV, and Unser Sr. said watching the race helped ease his pain as he remains hospitalized and hopeful for release.
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Iowa Games officials praise smooth festival closure
The 1990 Iowa Games ended with strong turnout and smooth operations. Executive Director Joyce Durlam credited good weather, vast volunteer effort, and new regional competitions for the success. Participation grew from 7,100 in 1987 to 14,475, with 165 teams in basketball and ongoing plans to improve officiating and clinics.
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Drake lands fourth California recruit from Los Angeles
Drake coach Rudy Washington adds Tyrone Mays from Hamilton High School to a growing California pipeline. Mays, 17 points and 10 assists per game, earned first team all city honors and set a 20 assist game record. He joins William Celestine and Mark Raveling, with transfer Darrin Darney from UCLA, as part of the Drake roster infusion.
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Panthers pick fourth in Gateway preseason poll
Northern Iowa is projected to finish fourth in the Gateway Conference. Southwest Missouri is forecast to win the title, with Eastern Illinois, Illinois State, Northern Iowa, Indiana State, Western Illinois, and Southern Illinois following. DeAndre Smith leads SMSU as senior quarterback, while UNI places Fontana at center and Mitchell at kicker on the preseason all conference offense with Jones Brinkman and Beaman on defense.
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Willie Beaman
Trevino Returns to Shoal Creek Amid Controversy
Lee Trevino says it feels good to return to Shoal Creek for the PGA Championship as protests over the club’s past all white membership fade amid fan support. The event follows a grant of honorary status to Louis J. Willie and ongoing debates on future site policies as the tournament opens.
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