Ditka on Onside Kicks and Bears Coaching Journey
Ditka recalls a daring onside kick in Shea Stadium against the Giants and a warning from Tom Landry after the play. He credits opportunity and relationships for becoming Bears head coach and details his early leadership tests, practice oversight, and how Halas influenced his tenure.
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Dent to report late for Bears training camp
All-Pro defensive end Richard Dent will join the Chicago Bears on Thursday for practices at Pioneer Stadium after not appearing with the 80-man camp group on opening day. Dent seeks a new contract following his MVP season and Super Bowl win.
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Metro girls reach Mid-America Regional in fast pitch
The Cedar Rapids Marion Metro girls softball team earned a regional berth by finishing second in the state tournament at the Hawkeye Complex Iowa City. They open Aug 1 against St. Louis in Perry with Dowling and the Panthers also advancing to the regional.
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Lions sign Mitchell and offer Long 1.37 million
Detroit signs Devon Mitchell a fourth round pick from Iowa to a four year 455000 package while offering Chuck Long a four year 1.37 million deal. Long remains in talks with the USFL Stars as rookies report to camp.
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Hall of Fame trainer-driver Billy Haughton dies at 62
Harness racing star Billy Haughton died from brain injuries after a three-horse spill on July 5. He trained and drove many winners including four Hambletonians and seven Messenger Stakes victories, totaling 4910 wins and 40.2 million dollars over a 40 year career.
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