Cyclones seek respect in battle with Iowa despite recent wins
Iowa State players say they lack state-wide respect ahead of the Kinnick Stadium clash with Iowa. Center Ben Bruns notes 57 percent of voters favor the Hawkeyes in a local poll, while Las Vegas lists ISU as a slight 2% favorite. Cyclone nose guard Ryan Harklay and others reflect on a history of Hawkeye dominance and the uneasy tag of being the “poor cousin.” The 11 native ISU players and fans anticipate a tight 11:05 a.m. kickoff.
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Alford stays with Iowa after Knight hire uproar
Iowa coach Steve Alford announced at a Tuesday press conference he will remain with the Hawkeyes and not pursue Indiana’s coaching job following Bob Knight’s firing. He stressed commitment to Iowa and said there is no contract clause prohibiting him from taking another job, despite ongoing Indiana speculation. Interim Indiana coach Mike Davis was named to replace Knight.
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Indiana names Mike Davis interim coach after Knight firing
Davis, a Knight disciple with a quiet style, becomes Indiana's interim head coach for one season. Treloar named interim associate coach as players pressured for Davis or Treloar after Knight was dismissed for violating behavior policy. Davis said he could not turn down the job because of the players.
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Olympics Preview: Sydney 2000 Games Two-Page Pullout
The sports section features a two page pullout preview of the Summer Games in Sydney. An Associated Press overview captures the event’s flavor while Gazette columnist Mike Hlas draws on Atlanta 1996 experience. Contains capsule sport summaries and TV and Internet coverage details.
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Alford defers Indiana return amid Iowa program build
Iowa coach Steve Alford rejected rumors of returning to Indiana. He argues Iowa is his program to build, citing Knight's Indiana legacy and aiming for national impact, while courting recruits and garnering local and statewide support.
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