Beef Empire Days PRCA Rodeo attracts 504 contestants
The 2006 PRCA Rodeo at Finney County Fairgrounds expects about 504 cowboys and cowgirls across events from Wednesday to Saturday. Beef Empire Days adds nearly $5,000 per event, brings back notable stars Trevor Brazile and Joe Beaver, and drops single steer roping to save costs. Brazile leads all around and tie-down roping earnings, while Beaver ranks high in all around and team roping. The opening PRCA event starts at 7 p.m. Wednesday.
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Sooners top Wichita State to win Norman Regional
Oklahoma erupts for six second inning runs and holds off Wichita State 7-6 to claim the NCAA Norman Regional title. Daniel McCutchen earns the win in relief, while Joseph Hughes drives in two with a 3-for-4 day and Chuckie Caufield belts a three run homer. Wichita State's Noah Krol goes 3-for-4 with three RBI.
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Mavs prepare to blunt Shaq in finals clash
Dallas faces Shaquille O'Neal and the Heat, then the Mavericks with DeSagana Diop and Erick Dampier aim to slow the Diesel. Johnson notes two big bodies, Dampier quips, and both clubs seek a world title in a series shaping into a frontline battle.
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Czech teen Vaidisova ousts Venus at French Open
Nicole Vaidisova, 17, stunned Venus Williams 6-7 6-1 6-3 to reach her first Grand Slam semi final at Roland Garros. Williams, 25, was the last American in the tournament's second week as Hingis exited after Kim Clijsters defeated her 7-4 6-1.
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Royals seek top pick impact pitcher this draft
Kansas City enters the draft uncertain about securing a true ace with the No. 1 overall pick after choosing Alex Gordon last year. Options include North Carolina lefty Andrew Miller, Washington righty Tim Lincecum, Houston righty Brad Lincoln, and Tennessee righty Luke Hochevar, with concerns over size, command, and price shaping the decision.
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