Knight accepts learning from players as Tech guards win
In Albuquerque, Texas Tech upset Gonzaga 71 69 to reach the Sweet 16. Knight credits his wife Karen and the players for growth, noting a calmer, more listening approach. Pat Knight cites his father’s evolution with AAU influences and trust in his team, as Ronald Ross and Jarius Jackson spark the win.
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Bucknell's dream ends as Wisconsin ousts Bison in NCAA first round
Bucknell, 23-10, battled from a 13-point hole to lead 44-43 with 10:20 left, but sixth-seeded Wisconsin pulled away 71-62 to reach the Syracuse Regional. Panthers wore Bucknell orange as OSU's band filled in, and a grateful crowd cheered the unlikely run.
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Windy doubleheader as Garden City and Barton County clash
Garden City edges Barton County 10-7 in game one at Williams Stadium while Barton County racks up 17-14 in game two. Aaron Breit pitched well for Garden City, but two errors sparked Barton County's late surge. Preston Reichard earned the save.
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Garden City tops Barton County in two dramatic games
Luke Garsett belts two homers and Rob Mullin adds one as the Broacbusters win two close games. Garden City built a 7-4 edge, Barton County surged ahead 10-7 in the fifth before GCCC answers with five in the bottom half. Reliever woes cost Sabath as the bullpen faltered.
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Royals rely on youth to fuel future wins
In Surprise Arizona the Kansas City Royals bet on a five year window of homegrown players led by prospect David DeJesus with veterans Mike Sweeney and Jose Lima providing balance. General manager Allard Baird says owner David Glass may fund a payroll rise to keep the core together as revenues and deals unfold.
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Royals rely on minor leaguers as Beltran sale looms
Kansas City’s midseason sale of star Carlos Beltran has prompted focus on developing Royals prospects. Ruben Gotay hits .415 over 10 games while Tony Graffanino suffers a Grade 2 ankle sprain and could miss seven exhibition games. Mark Teahen may start at third with Chris Truby sidelined by a chipped left wrist.
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Koehn near NCAA record leads Kansas State past Bowling Green
Kansas State guard Laurie Koehn trails the NCAA career 3 point record by three but shines in the win over Bowling Green 70 to 60. Koehn scores a season high six 3s in the first round as K State rides Wecker’s 25 points to advance toward a Kansas City regional semifinal.
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