KU commitment switches to Oklahoma State in-state pull
Lawrence Pinson, Tulsa Jenks High linebacker and Sporting News preseason Top 130 pick, had verbally pledged to Kansas University. He changed course after three days, deciding to stay closer to home and commit to Oklahoma State. Pinson cited staying in-state as the reason for the switch, and KU coach Mark Mangino offered understanding and best wishes.
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Alabama waits on NCAA sanctions in Tuscaloosa
The NCAA will announce sanctions against the Alabama football program after a two year probe alleging 11 major and five minor violations. Alabama contests two high profile charges involving five figure payments to recruits. Self-imposed penalties include 15 scholarships over three years and severing ties to three boosters. No current coach Dennis Franchione or staff implicated.
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Tyson applies for California boxing license to face Lewis
Mike Tyson plans to seek a license to fight heavyweight champion Lennox Lewis at Staples Center this spring. Tyson’s camp confirmed the push, after Nevada denied Tyson a Las Vegas bout. California officials said no application had been received yet and noted a Feb 9 commission meeting upcoming.
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Duke Cruises Past Tar Heels To Climb In ACC Standings
Duke sailed to an 87-58 victory over North Carolina in Chapel Hill highlighted by Carlos Boozer's side of the scoring. The win strengthens Duke in the ACC race as UNC struggled offense.
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Harrison to challenge Kansas again at Allen Fieldhouse
Colorado freshman David Harrison, 7-foot, 240 pounds, vows to back up his bold claim as CU visits Kansas at Allen Fieldhouse. He scored 13 in his first KU game and seeks to end KU's 25-game series streak, with his brother Dr. Harrison adding support.
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Schwarzrock opens Pebble Beach with 64 to lead Pro-Am
Brent Schwarzrock shot eight under on the final eight holes and totaled 64 at Pebble Beach, grabbing a two stroke lead in the Pebble Beach National Pro-Am. Matt Gogel matched a 66, Pat Perez also 66, while Tiger Woods shot 70 hindered by trees after using a Nike driver. Jeff Julian, battling ALS, opened with birdie at No 10 but finished 77.
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Weather Forces Weekend High School Postponements
Inclement weather delayed area events across several schools. Lawrence High and Free State High updated athletic schedules with postponed basketball and wrestling meets. The Sunflower League swim meet was shortened to one day with prelims canceled, and many make up dates remain unset.
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Patriots Bledsoe faces uncertain future after Super Bowl
Drew Bledsoe, seeing limited time as Tom Brady starts the Super Bowl, contemplates his Patriots future. He calls for accepting a new role if needed, while Belichick weighs options and Kraft hints at possible blockbuster trades. Teams like Chicago Washington Seattle Carolina and Cincinnati are noted as potential destinations.
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