Sports Milestones Marked Across 1945 to 2004
Highlights include Mel Ott hitting his 500th homer in 1945 as New York beat Boston at the Polo Grounds. In 1972 Nate Colbert drives in 13 in a Padres doubleheader sweep of the Braves. 1990 Arkansas leaves the SWC for the SEC. 1994 Cal Ripken plays 2,000th straight game as Orioles beat Twins 1 0. 1996 Michael Johnson wins 200 m in 19.32, first to sweep 200 and 400 in a single Games. Dan O'Brien takes decathlon gold. 2004 Karen Stupples captures first major with 19 under par at the Women's British Open.
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Paterno vows to stay as Penn State coach despite questions
Joe Paterno, 80, says the doubts about his longevity do not bother him. He asserts he will leave only when he believes he cannot do the job Penn State deserves.
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Reporting Scores Phone Line for Coaches
Coaches are urged to report scores by calling 832-6367 or emailing sportsdesk at ljworld.com or faxing to 843-4512. The guidance emphasizes timely submission of game results for publication and standings updates.
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Call Details for Field Conditions and Tickets in Kansas
Fragmentary notice lists numbers for field conditions and Kansas City Chiefs events. Mentions city parks and recreation, KU ticket office, Kansas Speedway, and a web address. Provides several phone contacts including 1-800 numbers and area codes 316 and 913 for scheduling and tickets.
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Celtics land Garnett in blockbuster trade deal
The Boston Celtics acquired Kevin Garnett in a 7 for 1 deal with Minnesota Timberwolves. Boston sent Al Jefferson, Ryan Gomes, Gerald Green, Sebastian Telfair and Theo Ratliff, two first round picks and cash. Garnett joins Paul Pierce and Ray Allen to reshape Boston into a title contender amid the franchise’s 1986 championship memory.
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Robert Parish
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Ricky Davis
Wally Szczerbiak
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Glen Taylor
Isner Reaches Legg Mason Third Set Tiebreak Win
American John Isner defeats Tim Henman in a first round Legg Mason clash. Isner, in only his second ATP event, wins 4-6 6-4 7-6(4) after Henman double faults on match point in a third set tiebreak. Isner’s serve routinely broke 130 mph.
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Stewart fined and docked points after Indy interview
Tony Stewart received a 25 thousand dollar fine and 25 point deduction from NASCAR for cursing during a television interview after winning at Indianapolis Motor Speedway. NASCAR also docked car owner Joe Gibbs 25 points. the penalties echo prior cases and reflect ongoing broadcast discipline.
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Simms Faces Sore Arm In Bucaneers Camp Debut Comeback
Tampa Bay quarterback Chris Simms limped through a limited session saying his elbow soreness is minor as coach Jon Gruden plans more drills soon. Jaguars center Brad Meester breaks right ankle sidelining eight weeks. Redskins Chris Samuels sprains knee ligament, four-week recovery. Cowboys Terry Glenn undergoes knee surgery, Terrell Owens rests hamstring. Jets release Tony Fisher. Cardinals A J Schable out eight weeks with broken foot. Packers Donald Driver returns to practice after shoulder injury.
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Redskins
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Terry Glenn
Terrell Owens
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Donald Driver
Mike McCarthy
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