Russell poised for Olympic run after world class javelin mark
Russell, 23, emerged as a Canadian javelin hopeful after winning nationals last summer and breaking the national record with a 267-11 throw at the World Championships in Edmonton before 45,000 fans. KU coach Doug Reynolds lauds his potential as he trains full time in Lawrence, aiming to make the 2004 Greek Olympics and become a strong force at the Games.
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College track meet results show decathlon and heptathlon leaders
Decathlon standings list Pat Pyle of Kansas State as leader with 3758 points, Wayne Scott of Oral Roberts close behind at 3743, Jacob Fehler Arkansas State third, then Paul Steer Wichita State and Jens Lukeschat Wichita State. Heptathlon leaders include Koya Webb Wichita State with 3161, Chaundra Allard Oklahoma second, Shannon Mihaltan Hastings third, followed by Annette Ekberg Hastings and Taylor Gates Oklahoma, with other competitors across multiple schools.
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Track and Field Schedule for Weekend Meet
A dense timetable lists events from decathlon and heptathlon to relay races and field events. The schedule includes hammer throws, 800s, 1500s, steeplechases, 400s, relays, hurdles, long and high jumps, discus, shot put, and mile events with various boy, girl, and masters divisions across Friday and Saturday sessions.
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KSU defense reshapes with new coaches and players
Kansas State’s defense, after 10 days of spring practice, shows a faster look with three new coaches and five new starters. Bill Snyder praised the transition as players adjust to new schemes led by Bill Elliott at DC, with Bret Bielema and Del Miller taking over linebacker and end coaching roles.
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Duncan Greenshine Rivalry at Running Back
Duncan and Clark Green have separated themselves at running back as Mangina reports. Injuries hinder Coke and McClendon while Stubbs, a redshirt freshman, played only one game last fall rushing for three yards. Coach Mangine cites spring tempo and progress in special teams as priorities with eight days left in spring football.
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Nebraska eyes new left cornerback as Amos injury shifts plan
Nebraska's spring practice reshapes plans after Willie Amos suffers two torn knee ligaments. With one practice and the Red White game left, contenders for left cornerback include sophomore Lornell McPherson, junior Pat Ricketts, JC transfer Rodney Burgess, and freshman Fabian Washington. Coach George Darlington says the team will determine who fits best in coverage and technique to succeed.
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Kansas-softball splits with UMKC in Independence
KU salvaged a split with UMKC at Adair Park as the Jayhawks won the nightcap 6-0 after UMKC defeated KU 2-1. In game one Shelly Musser led KU with a first inning homer, but UMKC tied late and forced the unearned run in the seventh. Kirsten Milhoan pitched to win in game two while Christi Musser and Leah Tabb homered for KU.
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