Nebraska's Thomas eyes November clash with Oklahoma
Lincoln native Broderick Thomas, Nebraska linebacker, recalls last year's 20 17 loss to Oklahoma and vows to redeem himself. Coach Tom Osborne touts Nebraska's improved defense and experienced quarterback Steve Taylor as they prepare for a storied nonconference and conference slate.
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Pan Am Cuba solidarity fades as band plans face off
Cuba defends security for its athletes amid talk of a Miami Sound Machine appearance led by Gloria Estefan while Pan American officials redistribute six medals after disqualifications for drug tests. Bill Green and five others were stripped or questioned, with Cuba and Canada adjusting medal standings as events conclude in Palo Alto and Puerto Rico builds on a 5-1 lead with Garcia and Rodriguez two-run shots.
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Teleconnect's Budget Ties to Sponsorships and Vacations
Teleconnect relies on sponsor support to cover travel and game costs. Most players work for sponsors or nearby employers, making time off easier. The team has spent six weekends away plus trips to Saskatoon and Springfield. Next year may require more sponsors or a booster club to maintain their level of play.
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Gibson seeks apology over university disclosure case
Bond demands a public apology from Davis Washington and Warmack for statements about Gibson. He says Warmack's affidavit was sent to Iowa officials, while Phillips and Rhodes at the university handle the matter as they investigate. Washington denies knowledge of Gibson's 47 days in jail and says no discussion occurred. Legal action may follow.
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Clemens Dominates Twins In 11-3 Red Sox Victory
Roger Clemens scattered six hits and fanned nine before Wes Gardner escaped a seventh inning jam as the Boston Red Sox defeated Minnesota 11-3. Clemens improved to 13-7, winning for the ninth time in his last ten decisions. Frank.
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Major League Baseball Daily Scores Snapshot
Baseball scores from multiple games. Cleveland swept a twilight doubleheader as John Farrell pitched a six hitter in his first major league start. Mel Hall drove in three runs. Oakland beat the Yankees 6-4 behind Alfredo Griffin and Mark McGwire. Greg Walker highlighted Chicago's win with a two-run double. Seattle edged Baltimore 3-2 on John Moses and Phil Bradley home runs as Mike Moore notched his fifth straight complete game.
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Wausau defeats Cedar League with late home run burst
Wausau pitcher Pat Rice improved to 10-11 in a Friday night win over Cedar League foe. Steve Hisey delivered a run scoring double in the sixth and homered as Wausau rallied. Cedar Raps got on the board with doubles from Brian Robinson and Keith Lockhart, while Wendell Bolars and Dru Koss provided early and late spark for the winners.
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Bucs trade Reuschel to Giants in late season move
Pittsburgh sends right hander Rick Reuschel to the San Francisco Giants for reliever Jeff Robinson and a minor league pitcher. Reuschel, 38, back from shoulder and elbow issues, hopes to bolster a hopeful Giants team chasing the Reds and Astros in the National League race. Brenly says the move signals a serious bid to win the division as a shaky Pirates season lingers.
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Red and Western Dubuque win in Legion tourney opener
C R Red toppled Ottumwa 10 to 0 after six runs in the seventh inning while Western Dubuque County beat Ames 9 1 in the first round of the State American Legion Baseball tournament. Tim Evans led Red with two homers and a triple driving in four. Winning pitcher Denny Schreckengast allowed three hits with six strikeouts. Western Dubuque’s Dale Sperfslage held Ottumwa to one hit with nine strikeouts.
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Boley Dolan win at Hawkeye Downs makeup feature
Steve Boley of LeClaire who moved from Modified to Late Models held off points leader Roger Dolan for a makeup feature win at Hawkeye Downs Speedway Friday night. Dolan won the regularly scheduled 25 lap feature with Dale Fischlein, Dave Birkhofer, and Tony Stewart nearby.
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Dolan finishes at Hawkeye Downs with ninth win this season
Hawkeye Downs hosts a late season program as Dolan earns his ninth Downs victory this season while Kalona and Gary Tigges of Durango finish strong. Greg Kastli Waterloo and Rich Smith Davenport win Modifieds, Anamosa’s Jeff Engelbart takes Pro Stock, and Terry Neal Cedar Rapids wins Bomber. Next Friday features double Pro Stock, Modified and Late Model shows with Winston 50 makeup and extra heats and consolation races.
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