Opportunity knocks as GCCC weighs soccer program
Garden City Community College president Carol Ballentyne pushes to launch men’s and women’s soccer by 2002 to attract minority student athletes and compete nationwide. The piece contrasts Barton County’s 2001 2002 start and warns GCCC to recruit out-of-state and diverse talent to succeed.
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Scott City Beavers seize Scott City Invitational title
Scott City Beavers defeated Greeley County 62 54 in the championship at Scott City High School to claim the Scott City Invitational. Senior Richard Nolan led with 17 points and 10 rebounds as Scott City improves to 3 0 while praised for depth and free throw accuracy boosting their tough preseason run.
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Broncos' Griese Returns to Practice as Season Near End
Denver quarterback Brian Griese, recovering from a separated right shoulder, threw about 30 passes in Wednesday's practice and is projected to play in the regular-season finale against San Francisco on December 23. Coach Mike Shanahan praised his progress as Griese works back, while Gus Frerotte starts in Kansas City and Jamious Jackson remains the backup.
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Baseball faces economic crisis with growing pay gap
Commissioner Bud Selig warned owners the game faces an economic crisis as 24 free agents drew 739 million in a week of winter meetings. Alex Rodriguez signed a 252 million 10 year deal with the Texas Rangers, widening the disparity with small markets like Milwaukee. With labor talks due to expire next October, leaders fear a possible work stoppage. Bill Bartholomay and Lee Selig voiced frustration over money concentration and inequity.
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Nuggets on edge after player rebellion and slump
Denver teeters after a five game skid as players challenge coach Dan Issel over a Monday practice. Captain McCloud urges unity while Issel stays calm on the sidelines amid owner Kroenke's rethink of leadership.
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Royals pursue Sweeney deal with Cone in Royals bullpen plan
Kansas City seeks a multi year offer to Mike Sweeney after his team high 144 RBIs and .333 average. General manager Allard Baird says Sweeney wants to stay in Kansas City and the club plans to present a multi year contract this week. Baird notes hall of famer George Brett contacted David Cone about returning as a reliever, while Cone’s status as a starter remains under discussion.
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