Johnson Nomo to duel in All-Star Game in Arlington
Randy Johnson of Seattle faces Hideo Nomo of Los Angeles in the 66th All-Star Game at The Ballpark in Arlington as MLBs strikeout leaders meet. Nolan Ryan will throw the ceremonial first pitch. Johnson, 9-1 with 152 strikeouts, called the matchup a game for baseball and a crowd-pleaser.
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Walker lifts KU women’s soccer as first coach arrives
Lori Walker, Kansas University's first women's soccer coach, undertakes a full startup, assembling a roster and planning fall games. She arrived Feb 13 after joining from Maryland, with prior success as a North Carolina goalkeeper. First intercollegiate match set for Sept 3 at Evansville, home opener Sept 8 versus Oral Roberts. The 21-player summer roster includes 16 freshmen, with five Kansans on the squad. Walker emphasizes no baggage and a fresh start as she builds the program from scratch.
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Thomas wins homer derby in Arlington heat
In 102 degree heat, Prank Thomas of the White Sox outslugged Albert Belle to win the Home Run Derby before 47,697 paid fans in Arlington Texas. Thomas hit 15 homers as the event tested endurance and power in extreme heat.
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LaFrentz to accept all-star bid for World Games
Kansas University junior guard Jerod Haase joins the World University Games in Fukuoka Japan August 24 to September 2. Raef LaFrentz, Billy Thomas and Paul Pierce to compete in the U S Olympic Festival July 26 29 at Denver’s McNichols Arena. LaFrentz expected to join an 11 man U S all star squad to face a European team later. Williams notes LaFrentz will strengthen physique for next season while Vaughn passes World Games tryouts. Pierce to play in Cal State Los Angeles Pro Am League.
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