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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Aug 29, 2007
Page
6
Nineteen year old Moses Malone joins the Utah Stars of the ABA becoming the first player to skip college and go directly to major professional basketball. The move marks a landmark in youth players entering top level pro sports.
Maria Sharapova breezed past Roberto Vinci 6-0 6-1 in her U.S. Open opener at Arthur Ashe Stadium as Vinci celebrated a single game win. Andy Roddick also won his match, greeting retirement opponent Justin Gimelstob with a hug after Gimelstob kissed the court in a poignant on-court moment.
In Las Vegas the United States crushed Puerto Rico 117 to 78 to clinch a spot in the semifinals. LeBron James led with 21 points while Carmelo Anthony added 17 and Michael Redd 15. Kobe Bryant scored 14 as the U.S. moved closer to Beijing Olympic qualification with a win and a looming game against Uruguay before facing Argentina.
Phoenix Suns land D J Strawberry the 59th overall pick in the June draft for two years with a guaranteed roster spot and a rookie salary of 427163 for the 2007 08 season. Rafer Alston released without bail after stabbing charge in Manhattan. Eddie Griffin memorial service shows child hood photos and draft night moment. Rodger DeGarmo Jr USOC executive director found dead at 38.
Texas coach Mack Brown earns a two year contract extension through 2016 with salary raise to 2.91 million and a 100000 special payment. Regents approve on Tuesday as Texas opens vs Arkansas State. Kirby Freeman named Miami starting quarterback after beating Kyle Wright in camp. New York judge upholds high school metal bat ban as safety measure for students.
Sports columnist Mike Lupica argues in the New York Daily News that Michael Vick needs better friends, contrasting Bonds' associates who faced prison with Vick's crew who allegedly try to push him toward prison, framing the issue as a counsel of influence and choices.
Charlotte Observer columnist notes Vick’s courtroom performance as he seeks public forgiveness. He apologizes to Roger Goodell, Arthur Blank, Bobby Petrino, teammates and children, calls dogfighting terrible, blames only himself, and questions linger about true change.
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