Sprenger to get the nod as Dixon head coach
Greg Sprenger, an assistant at Dixon High School for three years, is recommended for the vacant head coaching role after winning out over Ron Goodwin. The school board meeting tonight will consider the four-member screening committee’s choice, with Sprenger set to replace Mark Kaczmarek who left in May. The committee included Dr Kent Johansen, Bud Melvin, Mike Brunick and Bill Myers.
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Pistons sweep Lakers for first NBA title in Detroit era
Inglewood, California. Detroit completed a 105-97 sweep of the L.A. Lakers to capture their first league crown. Isiah Thomas led with strong leadership and Joe Dumars earned the series MVP, while Kareem Abdul-Jabbar bowed out after a storied 40-point offering by James Worthy.
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Kareem Abdul-Jabbar Ends 20 Seasons With Final Lakers Appearance
Kareem Abdul-Jabbar rode the bench as the Pistons swept the Lakers 105 97 to win the NBA Finals. The 42 year old center played 29 minutes scoring 3 points 4 rebounds and left to a standing ovation with Magic JohnsonIsiah Thomas and others rallying around him. He vows not to return for a 21st season and says he will miss the camaraderie and life shared with teammates over 20 wonderful years.
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Trevino revisits the Open champion’s hometown memories
Lee Trevino reflects on his 1968 U S Open win in Rochester and the dramatic round that year. He recalls practicing with Doug Sanders, meeting Arnold Palmer, and Nicklaus’ warning to slow down as his career momentum surged with tours, television work, and exhibitions.
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Williams saves Cubs comeback against Mets 4-2
Mitch Williams earned his 15th save as the Cubs beat the Mets 4-2. Bielecki moved to 5-2 with six innings of work, Shawon Dunston homered, and Chicago pulled ahead after scoring in the sixth on Walton’s double. Ron Darling took the loss for New York.
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