Hawkeyes weigh No 1 talk and Patton era comeback
Iowa players and coach Lute Olson discussed top team status after recent losses. Kenny Arnold and Kevin Boyle stressed urgency for a Roundhouse win over Wichita State, while Steve Waite addressed lineup fears and renewed focus. A contrasting Iowa swimming triumph under Glenn Patton featured depth and recruits, with Indiana coach Doc Counsilman noting Indiana lacked depth.
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Tickets scarce for Hawks first NCAA game in Wichita
Iowa fans face a tiny ticket pool for the Roundhouse game against Wichita State with only about 40 public seats. If Iowa wins, a large ticket surge could follow for the Midwest Regional in New Orleans. Coach Lute Olson notes hunger and focus, while players' injuries and travel plans loom.
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Iowa ends Indiana's Big Ten swimming reign in Milwaukee
Iowa upset Indiana 710.5 to 680.5 to claim its first conference swim title since 1936. Hawkeyes star recruit Ron McKeon set a meet mark in the 1650 free, Tom Roemer tied a meet record in the 200 back, and Graeme Brewer helped Iowa in a strong early showing.
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Fisk Reaches deal to sign with Chicago White Sox
The Chicago White Sox scheduled a noon news conference to announce the signing of free agent catcher Carlton Fisk. Fisk, a seven time All Star who played for Boston before winning free agency, joins Ron LeFlore and Jim Essian as the club's third major acquisition this year.
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Big Ten coaches say Big Ten slighted by NCAA tourney picks
On the eve of the NCAA selection, Minnesota coach Jim Dutcher criticized the committee for only three Big Ten teams making the 48‑team tournament while Indiana Iowa and Illinois earned spots. Dutcher called it a slap in the face as Minnesota Purdue and Michigan drew NIT bids.
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