United States Advances to Semifinals in Athens
In Athens the United States routs Greece 102 72 to reach the women's basketball semifinals. Lisa Leslie and Yolanda Griffith controlled the paint while Tina Thompson and Shannon Johnson added key scoring. Johnson and Thompson each scored 20 points as Catchings and Johnson sparked both ends.
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Israeli windsurfer wins first Olympic gold for Israel
Gal Fridman of Israel claimed gold in Athens to break a 12 Olympics without a gold medal for the nation. He never finished worse than eighth in the ll-race series and placed second in the decisive race. Israel had previously earned one silver and three bronze medals.
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Hamm retires as USA faces Brazil in gold medal game
Mia Hamm ends her storied career in the gold medal clash with Brazil. The U S basketball squad tours Greece before a quarterfinal with undefeated Spain. Greek sprinter Kostas Kenteris misses a drug test opening doors for Justin Gatlin to seek Athens gold. NBC primes events from track including the 200 meters and long jump plus women's volleyball.
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Iowa receivers seek to fill annual void after spring drops
Iowa's 2004 receiving corps faces gaps after Mo Brown and Razor miss time. Coach Lester Erb remains confident a few players will emerge this camp, citing past leaps like Brown's 2002 breakout. Ed Hinkel also contributed as a freshman.
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Cyclone DB Hobbs Sees Team Reset After Tough Season
Ellis Hobbs, Iowa State senior defensive back, speaks frankly about last year's 2-10 mark and chemistry issues with players feeling above coaches. He aims to leave a lasting, positive impact and share his winning mindset with teammates during preseason talks.
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Studying the Cyclones: position by position preview
A brief college football preview focusing on the Iowa State Cyclones. The article outlines upcoming features on offensive backs offensive line defensive line defensive backs and special teams as part of a season preview.
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Jones quiet debut at Athens Olympics long jump
Marion Jones advanced to the long jump final with a 21 feet 11 inch jump in Athens while facing steroid probe scrutiny. Allyson Felix won silver in the 200 meters and Jones described competing amid a chaotic, challenging year.
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Viewers Lost In Olympic Wrestling Network Maze
Columnist laments confusing TV coverage for Cael Sanderson and Joe Williams while noting NBC and affiliates delays. He plans to watch taped results this weekend and criticizes live airing expectations. He urges clear scheduling and accessible live results for sports fans.
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