Howard may pursue CFL option after NFL interests
Desmond Howard of Michigan says Canada is an option if the right NFL opportunities don’t come. He met with the Colts and plans a Michigan workout, while Rocket Ismail’s Toronto deal is noted and a draft timing referenced.
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Magic Johnson shines in All-Star return after AIDS retirement
Magic Johnson scored 25 points with nine assists and five rebounds in 29 minutes as the West beat the East 153-113. The performance silences talk of a token Olympics appearance and sparks speculation about a Lakers return despite his AIDS retirement. Isiah Thomas and Clyde Drexler praised the moment, while Don Nelson called it the highlight of his 2,500 games.
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Blair wins speed skating gold in Calgary rematch
Bonnie Blair sheds tears as she defends Olympic title in Calgary with teammate Ye Qiaobo taking silver amid a controversial finish. Ye laments a near collision with Elena Tiouchniakova. Germany's Christa Luding captures bronze. Blair credits better start and recalls nerves before the race.
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Luger Bonnie Warner Bets On Hat Cam And Mic Trade
CBS wire reports show luger Bonnie Warner equipped with a hat cam and microphone for the Games opening. The mic was requested back, Warner refused and is holding the hat until a CBS logo fleece pullover is provided. CBS producer Mark Wolff holds the team hat while negotiations continue.
Maryland edges Cavaliers for top in AP women’s poll
Maryland remains No. 1 in the AP women’s basketball poll after a 20 1 record and 68 first place votes. Virginia holds No. 2 with 20 1 and two first place votes as Iowa drops to No. 7 following Friday loss to Wisconsin.
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Threatt, Jent Named Big Ten Players of the Week
Wisconsin guard Robin Threatt, a former Cedar Rapids Jefferson star, earned Big Ten women's player of the week after leading the Badgers past No. 5 Iowa 74 58 and Minnesota 82 72 with 43 points eight rebounds six steals and five for five from three. Ohio State’s Chris Jent claimed men’s player of the week for his standout performance.
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Cyclones Top Buffs In OT With Free Throw Surge
Iowa State erased a 13 point deficit and beat Colorado 82 77 in overtime. Hoiberg had 18 points and 9 rebounds while Bayless added 23 for ISU. Boyce led CU with 24 as Law missed a 40 foot heave at regulation buzzer.
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ISU football players arrested in campus fight
Iowa State football player Sundiata Patterson and former receiver Steve Lester faced disorderly conduct charges after a weekend altercation near the campus. Police described a large fight south of the main campus at about 2 am with weapons reported. Patterson acted violently, Lester allegedly struck someone with a club. Patterson was a 1991 starting fullback with 467 rushing yards and five TDs. Lester, Chicago native, aimed to rejoin the team but remained ineligible due to academic grades.
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Charges filed against ISU basketball player Sam Jackson
The Story County attorney filed an aggravated assault charge against Iowa State basketball player Sam Jackson for allegedly pointing a gun at an apartment manager. Jackson, a reserve forward from Chicago, is free on bond and suspended from play pending arraignment next Monday.
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