Miller named new Eastern Illinois men's basketball coach
Eastern Illinois University selects Mike Miller from Kansas State as head basketball coach to replace Rick Samuels who did not have contract renewed after four losing seasons. Miller led Texas State to the 1997 NCAA tournament and was Southland Coach of the Year.
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Wie accepts sponsor exemption to John Deere Classic
Michelle Wie, 15 from Hawaii, accepted a sponsor’s exemption to play the John Deere Classic in Silvis Illinois July 7 to 10. She previously played the Sony Open in Honolulu and has 20 LPGA Tour starts including a Hawaii runner-up, potentially vaulting to 10th on the LPGA money list with prize money.
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Buffalo teams shine as track and golf lead busy spring
GCHS Buffaloes show depth in track with Lataish Brown near school mark in the 100 meters and Paul Wallace winning and J.J. Ford placing in the javelin. Golf team earns second at Southwind with four scores under 80 as Brett Myers shines. Softball opener against Colby postponed but coach John Ford praises 5-1 start and mental toughness. Yard work continues as coach Weatherly pushes to add sprints and a 1,600 relay. Garden City faces Dodge City Friday at Southwind.
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Woods Faces New Era Yet Masters Triumph Keeps He Looking Dominant
Tiger Woods clinched the Masters for the fourth time amid a tense finish and playoff. He held slim leads in recent events, rescued birdies on 17 at Doral, and sealed success with precise shots. Woods explained his evolution under Hank Haney while eyeing Wachovia, Pinehurst Open, and St Andrews links ahead.
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Swanson Reflects On Garden City Era Before Transition
Coach Swanson defends past success while signaling resignation after a 13 3 season and a region semifinal overtime loss to Pratt. He praises late arrivals Desmond Sanders Avery Smith Chris Nelson and Travis Quintana who joined late and helped win the championship. A press conference at Perryman Athletic Complex will introduce his successor Ryan Ballantyne notes Swanson will move on and pursue other opportunities.
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