Vanderbilt coach Bobby Johnson retires abruptly
Vanderbilt announces that 59 year old Bobby Johnson retires just weeks before fall practice and SEC media days. Interim head coach Robbie Caldwell named to lead Commodores as players react with shock and support. Johnson says football is life but he seeks happiness outside coaching.
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Blues State Babe Ruth play opens Friday in Liberal
Finney County Blues open the state Babe Ruth tournament Friday at 2 30 p m against Independence. Coach Silva says the team is prepared after tough season scheduling and strong practices. If they win, they meet the Coffeyville Marion winner at 1 30 p m Saturday. The double elimination tourney ends Monday.
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Thayer Charges Back to Win Open at Big I
Thayer erased a large deficit to win the Big I open in playoff fashion after steadying her swing and putting. She corrected her irons and greens, then trusted a straight line stroke on the greens, while praising improved driving accuracy to keep the ball in fairways amid thick rough and trees. Wichita’s Sam Stevens claimed the boys title in 68 71 139 as the Big I showcases premier youth golf talents.
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Royals shift to Yost as leader boosts early season
Royals bask in top hitting pace led by Yost while 12-23 start shadows the team. Young prospects Mike Moustakas and Eric Hosmer shine in minors as Yost reshapes lineup and emphasizes understanding players.
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Ballesteros Remembered For Fighting Spirit In Ryder Cup Triumphs
Close friends Miguel Angel Jimenez and Palmer recall Seve Ballesteros as a leader with relentless spirit who thrilled the U S squad during Ryder Cups. Jimenez cites Ballesteros’ swing and manner as models for aspiring players while Palmer taps him for a comeback invitation. A photo of Palmer’s dog Mulligan cheers Ballesteros, who credits doctors for saving his life.
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Suns land Childress and Turkoglu in Phoenix overhaul
Phoenix Suns acquire Josh Childress from Atlanta in a sign and trade sending a 2012 second round pick while also trading Leandro Barbosa and Dwayne Jones to Toronto to land Hedo Turkoglu. Hakim Warrick was added in a separate deal to replace Amare Stoudemire.
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