Woods wins Dubai Desert Classic in playoff over Els
Tiger Woods captured a playoff victory over Ernie Els to win the Dubai Desert Classic for the second consecutive week. He birdied the 17th and parred the first extra hole after finishing two behind with two holes to play. This followed his Buick Invitational win in San Diego to start the 2006 season.
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Alaska girl wins state title against boys in wrestling final
Skyview High School sophomore Michaela Hutchison menjadi the first girl in the nation to win a state high school wrestling title while competing against boys. She defeated Colony High School's Aaron Boss 1-0 in the 103-pound final, scoring an escape with 16 seconds left. Hutchison ended the season 45-4 with 33 pins and received a standing ovation after the match.
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Carson accepts Hall of Fame induction after initial hesitation
Detroit lineman Harry Carson had once asked to be removed from Hall of Fame consideration. He now joins the Pro Football Hall of Fame as a new member and plans to attend the induction ceremony, saying he was never disenchanted with the Hall, only the process. He credited supporters who advocated for him.
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Steelers win first NFL title since 1980
DETROIT AP The Steelers captured their fifth Super Bowl and first since 1980 with a 21 10 victory over the Seahawks. MVP Hines Ward sparked a trick play, Willie Parker set a 75 yard TD, and Coach Bill Cowher celebrated a long awaited championship in Detroit. Jerome Bettis called it a dream homecoming as Hartford tackles and the Rolling Stones provided halftime buzz.
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Stinson's triple double fuels Cyclones past Colorado
Curtis Stinson 24 points 10 rebounds and 10 assists powered Iowa State to a 96-79 win over Colorado at Hilton Coliseum. The guard's performance snapped a three game Big 12 home losing streak and put him in the program's rare triple double club alongside Jamaal Tinsley and Marc Urquhart. Morgan lauds Stinson as a future NBA player while the sophomore contemplates his next season and possible pro move.
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