Gamecocks win back to back NIT titles 76-64 over Michigan
South Carolina on a title run led by Terence Kinsey 21 points and Tre Kelley 20 as the Gamecocks defeated Michigan 76-64 at Madison Square Garden to claim consecutive NIT championships. Renaldo Balkman added 10 points 11 rebounds and six blocks earning MVP honors. Michigan's Daniel Horton led with 18 points in the loss.
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Curry named Texas Tech women's basketball coach
Kristy Curry was hired to replace Marsha Sharp at Texas Tech, leaving Purdue after seven NCAA appearances. The 39 year old signed a five year deal worth at least 425000 in year one, with a final-year guarantee of 600000. Curry, who grew up in Louisiana and spent years as an assistant in Texas, expressed pride in returning to the state. She leaves Purdue with a 179-51 record and noted past successes and NCAA tournament runs, while Sharp’s legacy at Tech remains strong.
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Former Buster leads Cornhuskers power surge in Nebraska
Luke Gorsett, the right fielder and former Buster, sparks Nebraska’s offense with a 12 game hitting streak to start the season. He hit for the cycle against Notre Dame, belted a 430 foot homer, and powered the Big 12 opener win over Kansas. Nebraska coach Mike Anderson praised his defense and arm strength while noting Luke gave up cello to pursue baseball.
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Busters rally falls short in nightcap loss to Butler
Garden City Busters overcome early deficits but fall 9-9 in extra innings as Butler plates two in the eighth and shuts down late rally. Morrison earns 3-2 win. Washburn drives other GCCC offense with a homer and a double.
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Rockne remembered on 75th anniversary of death
Knute Rockne, Notre Dame’s famed coach, died in a Kansas plane crash 75 years ago. Boyhood witness Easter Heathman recalls the moment and plans to honor Rockne and the seven others killed. Notre Dame honors include a video on campus as historians note Rockne’s lasting impact on football and the school.
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