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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 21, 1990
Page
15
Marv Cook, former Iowa star, punts for New England after Brian Hansen suffers a dislocated shoulder in a 44-10 loss to Tampa Bay. Hansen out a week or two. Cook had one 33-yard punt while at Iowa averaging over 39 yards per kick.
Los Angeles Raiders officials said there is no evidence they will move back to Oakland for the NFL season. ESPN had reported a possible quick switch backed by Al Davis. Alameda County leaders and others indicated the idea was discussed, while the team prepares for a Sept. 9 opener in Los Angeles.
The Central City and Springville merger moves ahead with a joint practice Monday morning. Fifty five players attended the first session, with final approval pending from Iowa High School Athletic Association secretary Bernie Saggan. Both districts have approved the sharing plan amid Tri Rivers Conference ties.
Charlotte North Carolina coach Dean Smith leads North Carolina against South Carolina in a Tournament of Champions preview at the Charlotte Coliseum. Iowa State brings Victor Alexander and Doug Collins to face Houston led by Pat Foster with seven returning players including Craig Upchurch Byron Smith and Derrick Daniels. Houston won the last meeting 83-82.
Chris Silva, 29, a pioneer for Black athletes in American competitive swimming, died when his sports car crashed into a tree near Fort Lauderdale. A passenger was seriously injured. A former UC swimmer and first Black to compete in U S Olympic trials, Silva led minority programs at the International Swimming Hall of Fame.
In Los Angeles and Inglewood, talk swirled about John Williams joining the Miami Heat on a seven year offer reportedly worth 28 million, while Cleveland weighed matching rights and Williams evaluated NBA club offers. Elden Campbell signed a multiyear Lakers contract ending Italy rumors.
After five years of changes at the International many pros including Davis Love III favor a return to the original five day four round format with a daily cut. Some players support keeping Stableford while others argue for stroke play and a simpler setup.
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