Hall of Fame coach Johnny Majors dies at 85
College Football Hall of Famer Johnny Majors, famed for guiding Pittsburgh to the 1976 national title and coaching at Iowa State and Tennessee, died at his Knoxville home at 85. He played at Tennessee and finished second in the 1956 Heisman Trophy voting.
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Ferentz stresses unity and dialogue ahead of 2020 Iowa season
Iowa coach Kirk Ferentz discusses media presence versus face to face communication and unity. He notes the importance of togetherness for players amid debates on kneeling, and outlines plans for a cautious, tested return with social distancing and baseline COVID testing as the Hawkeyes prepare to report for summer workouts.
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ISU and Grand View wrestlers face COVID scare and quarantine
ISU and Grand View personnel report symptomatic athletes and quarantines as the coronavirus spreads through campus. Mark Coberley leads protocols to isolate infected individuals, sanitize facilities, and educate athletes and staff on hygiene and responsible behavior. Hector Gomez, father of wrestler Austin Gomez and a Gomez Wrestling Academy founder, is fighting COVID-19.
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NBA plans for 22 teams in Orlando restart
The NBA aims for a July 31 return with 22 teams in Orlando to resume the season halted since March 11. Commissioner Adam Silver will present the restart plan to the board, with players’ union needing to approve. play includes an eight game regular season and a potential play in for the ninth seed, seeding by conference. MLB rejected the players 114 game offer, fearing November postseason disruption and broadcast losses. Stillwater Oklahoma State reports two new COVID-19 positives after voluntary workouts, totaling three.
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