Larson earns first bowl win with Garden City team
Coach Bob Larson finally breaks bowl drought as Garden City Community College defeats Scottsdale in the Valley of the Sun Bowl. The 9 2 season caps Larson's five seasons with the Broacbusters, rewarding his two rules: play hard and honor Garden City. Players and parents praised his leadership and the win marked a personal triumph for Larson and his wife Barb.
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Mireles not right fit as Garden City football coach
Parents and players questioned the performance of Garden City High School football coach James Mireles after a 2-7 season. Athletics Director Bill Weatherly and Principal Kevin Burr decided not to renew his contract following an extensive 2001 season review. A parents group led by Ron Bangle discussed concerns including leadership and staff harmony, though Weatherly said parental input did not drive the decision.
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Favre rally caps Packers past Jaguars in late drive
Brett Favre threw three TDs and raced 6 yards for the go ahead score with 1 30 left as Green Bay came back from 14 down to beat Jacksonville 28 21. Favre completed 24 of 42 for 362 yards amid nine penalties by the Jaguars and a late field goal misfire by Mike Hollis.
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Mangino to be named Kansas coach amid upheaval
Kansas athletic officials prepared to introduce Mark Mangino as the new football coach, replacing Terry Allen after a 3-8 season. Mangino, Oklahoma's offensive coordinator and a former Kansas State assistant, was to be announced at a 2 p.m. news conference and introduced to fans during halftime of the Wake Forest game. The hire comes as Kansas faces a streak of six losing seasons and aims to rise as a national power.
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Wildcats Accept Bid to Insight.Com Bowl
Kansas State accepted a bid to play Syracuse in the Insight.Com Bowl on December 29 in Phoenix. Coach Bill Snyder emphasized aiming for a winning season, noting the 7-5 or 6-6 final records.
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Buffs face tough test in early season tournament
Kansas high school action shows Garden City traveling to Emporia for the KVOE Tip-Off Classic. Garden City coach Jeff Tanner hails the field including Lawrence Free State and Olathe East as strong, with Buffaloes opening against top-ranked Olathe East after a shaky opener by the Hawks. The Emporia setup mirrors Maui style showcases and promises competitive early tests for the Buffs.
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