Sports Good News Shines Across World and Local Examples
A look at positive sports moments from Sublette Cimarron scheduling unity to major league tributes. From local athletics directors and coaches arranging games after Friday’s tragedy to NFL players honoring Pat Tillman, Bernard Hopkins’ KO of Oscar de la Hoya, and Tennessee kicker James Wilhoit delivering a clutch 50 yarder to beat Florida, plus praise for kickers’ overlooked role. Matthew Sprague reports.
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James Wilhoit
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Ryder Cup rout signals need to rethink American attitude
Europe swept every format over three days at Oakland Hills to hand the United States its worst Ryder Cup loss since 1927. The Presidents Cup, seen as a cure, has kept Americans relaxed and may offer a solution as Tiger Woods and others vent emotion that hinted at renewed passion.
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Eagles ground Daunte Culpepper in 27 16 win over Vikings
Donovan McNabb led the Eagles past Minnesota 27 16 on Monday night. McNabb threw a TD to Owens and ran for another as Moss and Culpepper struggled with pressure and penalties. Moss had 69 receiving yards, Owens 79, while Moss drew a costly DPI and Culpepper fumbled inside the Philadelphia 1.
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Chiefs star Priest Holmes may miss Houston game
Kansas City coach Dick Vermeil said Priest Holmes sprained his ankle in Sundays 28-17 loss to Carolina and is uncertain for the next game against Houston. Holmes, who set an NFL touchdown record last season, bent his leg on a late-fourth-quarter play and did not return as the Chiefs trailed by 11 in a bid to avoid 0-2 start.
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Broncos seek answers after 7 6 loss to Jaguars
Denver players and coach Mike Shanahan faced questions on Monday after a 7-6 defeat to Jacksonville. The loss sparked the blame game over a late fumble by Quentin Griffin or a handoff by Jake Plummer and debate over Shanahan’s play choice. Page B4.
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Buffs roll in home win over Goddard 38 3
Garden City Buffaloes complete a strong 38 to 3 victory at Memorial Stadium lifting to 410 total yards and 293 rushing yards against Goddard. Coach Mike Smith praises execution while quarterback Caleb Smith cites turnovers and four quarters of improvement needed.
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