Close call ends Simmons World League bid in split roster plan
Simmons faced a long travel scramble to join the World League camp in Atlanta after passing a Birmingham physical. He learned the roster would not allow dual American spots and was released just before Germany, leaving him with a week stipend but strong motivation for another shot. The punter and No. 3 quarterback hopes linger as he returns to Lawrence with lessons learned and renewed drive.
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Transfer quarterback finally debuts for Kansas KU
Akili Roberson, a 5-foot-11, 190-pound junior, finally takes the field for Kansas in spring drills after a year away and eligibility hurdles. He wore grass shoes on AstroTurf and competes for the starting job against Matt Johner and Zac Wegner under coach Terry Allen as spring practice continues toward a April 26 spring game.
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Opening Day Delay Stuns Orioles Fans in April Prank
Orioles home opener postponed due to strong winds and near freezing wind chill. Fans drove long distances including Shaun Autrey from Richmond and Tracey Sattelmeier, a Medical College of Virginia student, while others protested at Camden Yards. Manager cited safety as gusts reached 50 mph and 30 degree wind chill, with the game rescheduled for today.
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Opening Day 1997 Texas Beats Milwaukee 6 2
Lawrence High grad Lee Stevens belted a three run homer to lift Texas past Milwaukee 6 to 2 on opening day. A commemorative ball and special Jackie Robinson patches were unveiled as the season marks 50 years since the color barrier was broken. Roundup on page SC, box scores on page 6C.
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Tennessee tabs former KU aide Jerry Green coach
Jerry Green, 53, hired Tuesday as Tennessee basketball coach to replace Kevin O Neill who left for Northwestern on March 11. A native of Startex South Carolina Green brings head coaching experience at North Carolina Asheville Oregon and Kansas ties under Roy Williams with a five year 550000 per year contract. Green, who has 222 178 career head coaching record across 14 seasons, expressed excitement about returning nearer to home as Oregon posted three straight winning seasons and reached the 1995 NCAA Tournament. He noted being picked over other candidates in UTs hiring process and Roy Williams called it right.
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