PRCA ends talks with Grit Rock on tour marketing deal
Butch Thurman reports the PRCA rejected a proposed joint venture with Grit Rock to market media sponsorship and other properties. Commissioner Troy Ellerman stated the board terminated the agreement, favoring options that fit the association. Pendleton Round-Up President Dr. Tom Weeks welcomed the decision as representative of the majority.
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Garden City Girls Rout Newton JV In Invitational Opener
The Garden City Lady Buffs rolled to a 53-22 victory over Newton JV in the Newton Invitational opening round. Led by Renae Berry with 14 points and a balanced attack, Garden City braces for a semifinal against Bishop Carroll, a 9-1 team that crushed Wichita West.
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Hewitt advances to Australian Open final over Roddick
Lleyton Hewitt defeats Andy Roddick 3-6 7-6 7-6 6-1 to reach the final and will play Marat Safin who upset Roger Federer. Hewitt endured 31 aces and celebrated by kneeling and fans. Safin’s win ended Federer's 26-match streak as Davenport faces Serena Williams in the women's final.
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Karl returns to NBA as Nuggets coach
George Karl resumes his coaching career with the Denver Nuggets after a 18 month absence. He will debut against his former Milwaukee Bucks as Denver, led by Kenyon Martin, faces a sluggish start under interim coach Michael Cooper amid injuries and underperformance.
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Brady Emulates Montana Ahead of Patriots Super Bowls
Brady shies from direct comparisons but recalls Joe Montana as he rose from Michigan to a sixth round pick. He notes fans, including kids in No 12 jerseys, illustrating how quickly his star has grown. At 27 he could help New England win a third Super Bowl in four years.
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Brady trails Montana with four Super Bowls and eight Pro Bowls
Brady remains behind Montana in major honors as he heads toward a second Pro Bowl. He says he is flattered by comparisons but not on that level and aims to improve. A fever did not stop him from starring in the Patriots 41-27 AFC title win over Pittsburgh.
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Philly storm could lift KU after rough road trip
A crippling snowstorm in Philadelphia stranded the Kansas Jayhawks after they lost to Villanova. The team stayed at a hotel, talked through issues and gained perspective, with Aaron Miles noting the unplanned bonding may help with consistency for the season.
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