Wersching, Gaines, Nuggets highlights in sports history
In 1982 Ray Wersching kicked four field goals to tie a Super Bowl record as the 49ers beat the Bengals 26 to 21. In 4900 Clarence Gaines earned his 800th win with a 79 70 victory over Livingstone. In 1998 the Nuggets ended a 23 game losing streak by defeating the Clippers 99 81. In 1999 David Duval shot 59 in the Hope Chrysler Classic final round to win by one over Steve Pate, tying LPGA and PGA 59 records with a final eagle at No 18.
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Florida Dominates Ohio State 41 to 14 in Broad Victory
Quote from Jay Leno praises Florida after a 41 14 win over Ohio State. Mocking remark about President Bush offering 20000 extra players to Ohio follows. Public response centers on the surprising score and celebrity commentary.
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Clijsters Edges Hingis to Reach Australian Open Semis
Kim Clijsters defeated Martina Hingis in three sets 3-6 6-4 6-3 to advance to the Australian Open semifinals against Maria Sharapova. Hingis’s comeback bid fell short despite unforced errors, while Sharapova edged Anna Chakvetadze to reach the semis as top seed aiming for No. 1 ranking.
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Reds acquire Saarloos in pitcher trade
Cincinnati lands Kirk Saarloos from Oakland for minor leaguer David Shafer with a player to be named. Saarloos went 7-7 with two saves and a 4.75 ERA last season after serving as Oakland's No.5 starter in 2005.
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All Star format expanded as NASCAR tweaks event
NASCAR announced changes to its All Star Challenge adding at least one more driver and four 20 lap segments. In separate notes Dale Earnhardt Jr. defended Teresa Earnhardt after a rival called her a dead beat owner. The NHL kept its Unbalanced schedule with no changes through 2008. Oklahoma coach Bob Stoops denied NFL coaching interest, citing commitment to the Sooners and his program.
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NCAA maintains limit on events in two Confederate states
An NCAA committee decided not to expand its ban on postseason championships in South Carolina and Mississippi where the Confederate flag is displayed on statehouse grounds. The moratorium will continue for predetermined events like basketball regionals, but not extend to merit-based sites such as baseball regionals or football playoff games.
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Kiffin Named Raiders Coach Amid Turbulent Search
Tim Kawakami analyzes the Raiders hiring Lane Kiffin after a chaotic search. The piece notes Kiffin, 31, was Al Davis’s second choice, his strong personality may help, and questions how the locker room will respond to a young, ambitious leader amid Rob Ryan’s defense. It also hints at USC links and potential fallout with players and fans.
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