Illinois Big Ten row sparked by White era controversies
Chicago Tribune notes Illinois faced scrutiny over Mike White’s staff and recruiting from Cal to Arizona State. It highlights Dave Wilson transfer, faculty reps’ roles, and Big Ten reaction including Lute Olson reflections on recruiting, awards, and the all conference selections involving Isiah Thomas and others.
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Kennedy hurler Jeff Beer wins 110m hurdles at district meet
Cedar Rapids Kennedy’s Jeff Beer edges Waterloo West’s Greg Howze to reach the tape and win the 110 meter high hurdles at Kingston Stadium in Friday’s Class 2A district meet. Washington stacks the overall team title in the state qualifying meet.
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Barker Throws Perfect Game for Indians vs Blue Jays
Len Barker pitched the first perfect game since 1968, striking out 11 as the Cleveland Indians blanked the Toronto Blue Jays 3 0. Tom Veryzer made key first inning play, and Cleveland's defense and offense produced all runs. Andre Thornton Sac Fly and Hassey single drove in runs in the first, with Orta adding a late home run.
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Burlington Bees edge Reds 2 1 in pitchers duel
Southpaw Bob Schroeck allowed only one run while striking out 13 as the Burlington Bees defeated the Cedar Rapids Reds 2 1 at Memorial Stadium. Ron Robinson took the loss for Cedar Rapids despite 12 strikeouts over eight innings.
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Kennedy star picks Huskers
Rick Gilbertson a Kennedy all-state swim standout will sign a national letter of intent with the University of Nebraska. He visited Arkansas LSU Minnesota Nebraska and Iowa before choosing. Gilbertson was state champion in the 100-yard breaststroke and 200-yard IM at Kennedy. He helped the Cougars win the state title by defending the 200 IM and also won the 500-yard freestyle with the 400-yard freestyle relay.
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Brett apologizes for outburst after crutch attack
Kansas City Royals star George Brett apologized for swinging a crutch at photographer Tom Gralish after injuring his ankle in a game against Texas Rangers. Brett will miss two to seven days with an ankle ligament strain and said the incident was not personal.
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United States and China Divers Meet in Cleveland Weekend
The top U S and Chinese divers, including Randy Ableman of Cedar Rapids, will compete at Cleveland State University for the third time this year. Coach Dick Kimball says the field represents the bulk of Olympic teams, with four events on the schedule. 1980 U S Olympic team members Salness Bungum Ableman and Burgering are slated to compete.
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