Notable Sports Moments From 1961 1963 2002 2006
Highlights include Wilt Chamberlain scoring 60 against the Lakers in 1961 at Hershey Pa. The 1963 Chicago Bears clinched the NFL title with a 14 10 win over the Giants at Wrigley Field. Marvin Harrison finished his record season in 2002 with 143 receptions and 1 722 yards. In 2006 Texas Tech rallied to a 44 41 overtime win over Minnesota in the Insight Bowl the largest bowl comeback in Division I A history.
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Reporting Scores Call In To Coaches Desk
Coaches reporting scores are urged to contact the desk by phone at 832 6367 or by email to sportsdesk ljworld com, or send a fax to 843 4512 for rapid scoring updates.
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Ex Yankee Leyritz arrested in DUI manslaughter charges
Former major leaguer Jim Leyritz was arrested in Fort Lauderdale on DUI, manslaughter, and DUI property damage charges after a crash that killed a 30 year old driver. He posted an $11,000 bond and was released. blood alcohol results pending. Leyritz, 44, lives in Davie and played for six teams including the Yankees, Angels, Rangers, Red Sox, Padres and Dodgers. He had a 1996 World Series homer for New York. The incident occurred at 3:20 a.m. after witnesses said he ran a red light. Veitch died at Broward General Medical Center.
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Lennon named SIU football coach at Southern Illinois
Southern Illinois University Carbondale introduced Dale Lennon as the new football coach, signing a five year deal worth 200000 dollars per year after he led North Dakota. Lennon succeeds Jerry Kill who left for Northern Illinois. In Green Bay, NFL fined official Jim Quirk eight thousand one hundred fifty dollars for inappropriate contact with players including Nick Barnett.
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Astros sign Villarreal to two year contract
Houston signed right hander Oscar Villarreal to a two year 2.85 million deal with a 250000 signing bonus. The pact pays 1 million in 2008 and 1.6 million in 2009 plus a 2 million club option for 2010.
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Parry Named National Coordinator of College Football Officials
Indiana based referee David Parry, longtime NFL and college official, becomes first national coordinator of college football officiating. He will oversee national referee training, assign postseason crews, evaluate crews, and organize national meetings for referees per the NCAA.
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Colts Count On Harrison For Sunday Night Return
Indianapolis Colts expect Marvin Harrison to start Sunday night against the Tennessee Titans after he practiced a second day in his return from a left knee injury that has sidelined him much of the season.
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Harrick resigns as Bakersfield Jam coach
Jim Harrick said Friday he would resign as coach of the Bakersfield Jam of the NBA Development League for personal reasons. He did not elaborate on his departure.
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Isle of Wight Academy star quarterback earns all state
Marc Tanden of the Norfolk Virginian Pilot notes Isle of Wight Academy’s Rusty Brake, a standout quarterback, earning all state honors. The mention highlights his name and status as a key player.
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Wrigley Field Could Endure Branding Changes
A Chicago Tribune columnist argues naming rights for Wrigley Field may be sold without erasing the venue’s identity. He recalls Comiskey Park becoming The Cell and predicts fans will still call it Wrigley Field, despite corporate rebrands and stadium naming deals.
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