Davis denies Post report on Virginia coaching job
Washington Iowa coach Tom Davis disputed a Washington Post story naming him as the leading replacement candidate for Virginia coach Bill Holland, calling the report a rumor while noting no final decision had been made. Emmitt Smith, after a 1599 rushing yard season and Heisman ballot finish, will skip college eligibility to go pro, joining several underclassmen in the move.
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Stern targets end of period shots with new rule
NBA commissioner David Stern announced a directive to curb last second shots like Trent Tucker's Jan. 15 game winner. Officials may disallow any shot with less than three tenths of a second remaining unless it is a tip-in or alley oop. Bulls protested unsuccessfully.
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CBA Talks Stall As Spring Training Nears
After 14 negotiating sessions there is no agreement in sight. Spring training approaches and the threat of a players lockout grows as union chief Donald Fehr voices frustration with owners. He says owners focus on their own proposals and show little willingness to discuss players' terms.
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Kareem Goggles Among Stolen Items At Hall Of Fame
Springfield sports report says the Basketball Hall of Fame executive director hopes remorse guides the thief who stole Kareem Abdul-Jabbar goggles along with Lakers jerseys and Willis Reed memorabilia. Joseph O'Brien on Tuesday called the act a tease by a repentant youth.
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Bielecki inks 1 year deal with Cubs
Right hand pitcher Mike Bielecki signed a one year contract with the Chicago Cubs avoiding arbitration set for Feb. 12. Terms undisclosed but sources cite 675000 dollars after earning 122500 last season. He posted 18 7 with a 3.14 ERA in his first full Cubs season and started in the first official night game at Wrigley Field on Aug. 9, 1988 against the Mets.
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Dietrich weighs football offer from BYU over basketball
Dietrich, a Mount Morris resident and standout athlete, may choose BYU for football over basketball after receiving a full ride offer. He plans to visit Provo, weighing a verbal commitment to BYU for football. Other interest comes from Division II and III schools in both sports, with BYU originally seeking him as a receiver and now considering defense.
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Dukes Use Fullcourt Press To Beat Rock Falls
Duchesses build a 41 21 lead before a 9 point win as Rockets taller guards disrupt Dixon in the halfcourt Spencer says Kewanee will present different matchups and that Rock Falls and Kewanee show contrasting styles. He favors pressing against Kewanee.
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Purdue vs. Kewanee set with Petersen back in lineup
Jodi Petersen returns to action scoring 14 points after a foot fracture as the Boilers prepare for a half-court press from Kewanee. Starting lineup features Petersen, Fisher, Withrow, Messamore, and Sally French, with Leann Billings contributing off the bench.
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Illini Coach Discusses Probe as Justice Remains Hopeful
During a Big Ten coaches teleconference Collins said the ordeal has been tough while NCAA restrictions prevent public comments. He noted Bruce Pearl has done things but stressed not to implicate Iowa further. Freshman Thomas, withheld from competition, alleged Iowa offered him money and a car to play.
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Sterling District to run two baseball clinics for pitchers and catchers
The Sterling Park District will hold two baseball clinics named Nolan Ryan Watch Out and Strikem Out Throwem Out at Westwood Sports Center on Sunday Feb 11. Instructors include ex minor league and college players. Sessions by age group run noon to 2 pm 2 to 4 pm and 4 to 6 pm with a $10 fee and pre registration required. Call 625 1265 for details. Walnut boys set Pack the Place night
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Hornets Fire Harter Name Littles Interim Coach
In Charlotte the Hornets dismissed head coach Dick Harter and named Gene Littles as interim coach. The move shifts leadership mid season as Littles takes the helm for upcoming games amid team restructuring.
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LaSalle-Peru routs Princeton 69 to 4 on Tuesday
Lasalle-Peru crushed Princeton 69 to 4 in Tuesday action. Friday schedule has Lasalle-Peru visiting Spring Valley Hall Geneseo to play Geneseo with time not listed.
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Baseball and NBA Transactions Roundup
Major league teams and NBA rosters announced one year deals for players including Daryl Boston Chris James Jimmy Jones Henry Cotto Mike Bielecki Franklin Stubbs and Wall y. The Pittsburgh Pirates and New York rosters prepared for the Eastern Conference All Star Game with players Green James Worthy and Siammarian.
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College basketball results and standings across Big Ten teams
Northern Illinois over Illinois Chicago 83 56 as part of conference play. Wisconsin, Michigan State and Purdue posted key results with Minnesota and Iowa also in action. Illinois Chicago trailed 47 26 at half, with standout performances from Weis Owens and Foss for Northern Illinois.
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Unclear National Football League and Hockey League Trade List
Fragmented sports wire item notes Houston Oilers coaching change with Chris Palmer receivers coach. Mentions New York Islanders assignment of Rob DiMaio to Springfield and moves in American Indoor Soccer Association involving Chicago Power and Florida related to Emmitt Smith.
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Local Friday High School and College Basketball and Wrestling Schedules
Thursday games include Sterling Newman at Savanna Oregon at Polo and Streator at Sterling Newman. Friday action features LaSalle-Peru at Dixon Rochelle at Kewanee and Rockford Lutheran at FCHS. Wrestling notes Class 1A Sterling Newman and 1A Savanna Regional are listed for events.
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