Notable Sports Mileposts of 1960 1939 1981 1987 1991
Highlights include Wilt Chamberlain’s 58 points and 42 rebounds for the Philadelphia Warriors against Detroit in 1960. Also in 1939 Joe Louis retains the heavyweight title by stopping John Henry Lewis in the first round. 1981 Jim Plunkett’s two early TD passes, including an 80 yard strike to Kenny King, lift the Raiders over the Eagles in the Super Bowl. 1987 Giants defeat the Broncos 39-20 as Phil Simms completes 22 of 25 passes. 1991 Brett Hull nets two goals to reach 50 in under 50 games, adding two assists in St. Louis’ 9-4 win over Detroit.
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Ravens Giants Playoff Hopes See Soccer Charm In Tampa
Seattle Post-Intelligencer columnist Art Thiel notes the Ravens and Giants, lauded for stout defenses, would bring a soccerlike charm to Tampa as the Super Bowl view is framed, with a scoreless nil-nil tone implied.
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KU basketball staff and high school bureau contact list
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WHOM TO CALL KU ticket office Chiefs KC Blades KC Wizards Royals tickets
Kansas City area ticket lines and field condition contact numbers listed for KU ticket office Chiefs KC Blades KC Wizards Royals tickets and City Parks and Recreation. Includes a web link to ljworld com for more information.
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MU recruit to stand trial in sex case charges
Benton Township player Robert Whaley, 18, a Missouri recruit, was ordered to stand trial on third and fourth degree criminal sexual conduct in a case alleging nonconsensual sex with a 13 year old girl at his mobile home on Thanksgiving. Whaley remains free on 10,000 dollar bond after a preliminary hearing.
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Mosley to Fight Taylor in Las Vegas Title Bout
Shane Mosley will defend his WBC welterweight title on March 10 in Las Vegas against Australian challenger Shannan Taylor. The bout shapes as a compelling title defense with Mosley aiming to extend his reign.
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Marion Jones wins Jesse Owens Trophy for second time
New York's Marion Jones becomes the first woman to win five Olympic track and field medals, capturing the Jesse Owens International Trophy Award again with 42 points, besting swimmer Ian Thorpe.
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Golfers embrace Lady golf balls despite sexism
Commentary notes how Bridgestone Precept MC Lady golf balls, priced around 18 a dozen, sell to men despite marketing for women. The piece cites lower cost, softer core, and launch angle aimed at slower speeds, while highlighting snobbery at private clubs and reluctance to admit using a woman designed ball.
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