Duke and Crum contrast in national title showdown
In Dallas Duke coach Mike Krzyzewski and Louisville mentor Denny Crum bring stark contrasts in style and experience to the NCAA final. Krzyzewski, 39, a West Point alum with seven NCAA tournament games, uses man to man defense and fast offense. Crum, 48, veteran of 15 Louisville years, with a 26-12 NCAA mark, jokes his way through interviews while counting a 1980 title among his credentials.
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Guards Will Decide NCAA Title Showdown Duke vs Louisville
In Dallas Duke star guards Dawkins and Amaker face Louisville backcourt of Wagner and Hall in a championship clash. Duke seeks heightless but rapid guard play while Louisville relies on a full court press, balance scoring, and a 21 game win streak entering the final.
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Texas women win title in rout of USC 97 81
Texas captures its first NCAA women's basketball title with a 97 81 win over Southern California finishing 34 0 the longest unbeaten season. Freshman Clarissa Davis scores 24 points with senior Cara Priddy adding 15 as Texas benches outscore USC reserves 58 4. Coach Jody Conradt hails deepest bench and perfect season.
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Mahaffey Wins TPC in Dramatic Finish Over Mize
At Ponte Vedra Mahaffey captured the Tournament Players Championship with a final round 71 to finish 13 under and 275 total. Larry Mize led most of the day but bogeyed the 14th 15th and final hole, missing a 3 foot par saver on 18 to hand Mahaffey the $162,000 victory and a 10 year exemption. Mize earned $97,200 as Simpson placed third at 280.
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Becker topples top-ranked Lendl in Chicago final
Becker, 18, upset world No.1 Ivan Lendl 7-6 6-3 at the Volvo Chicago Tennis Tournament to win $50,000 and claim his first indoor title. Lendl cited a tender knee as Becker extended his winning run after beating Connors in the semifinals.
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