McIlroy Headlines British Open News Conference
Rory McIlroy arrived at the British Open press gathering amid camera flash, his first news conference since Congressional. The Northern Irish star, 22, faced high expectations after winning the U.S. Open by eight shots and chasing a rare U.S. Open British Open double this year. He praised the support from home and around the world and noted the magnitude of the achievement is sinking in.
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U S women face France in World Cup semifinal in Germany
The Dallas Morning News notes a historic milestone as the U S women's team aims to reach the World Cup final in Germany after a dramatic victory over Brazil. It highlights rising soccer interest, from Kevin Durant to LeBron James, and the chance of a new peak in American enthusiasm for the sport.
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Greipel Wins Tour de France Stage In Dramatic Finish
Andre Greipel edged Mark Cavendish by a wheel in the 10th stage from Aurillac to Carmaux ending Cavendish’s bid for a third win as Thomas Voeckler held the yellow jersey amid Contador knee concerns. Contador trails Evans and Schleck as the Tour nears the Pyrenees. In Houston, Kelvin Sampson and J B Bickerstaff join coach Kevin McHale’s Rockets staff amid the NBA lockout.
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Pullen Signs With Italian Team Pallacanestro Biella
Former Kansas State guard Jacob Pullen signs with Pallacanestro Biella of the Italian League, becoming KSU's all time leading scorer with 2132 points. He averaged 20.2 points last season guiding the Wildcats to the NCAA Tournament. Biella posted an 11-19 Series A record.
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Timberwolves fire Rambis ends long uncertainty
Minneapolis officials confirmed the firing of Kurt Rambis after a protracted saga that damaged the Timberwolves' image and pressured president David Kahn as he weighed the decision. The move, coming after months of scrutiny, ends a difficult period for the franchise.
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Oklahoma Sooners LB Austin Box death ruled accidental
Oklahoma linebacker Austin Box died from an accidental cause with five prescription painkillers and an anti anxiety drug in his system. The toxicology report says the drug combination likely caused pulmonary edema and aspiration pneumonia.
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Widow thanks Rangers after Texas tragedy at game
The widow of Shannon Stone, a firefighter who died after a Texas Rangers game incident, expresses gratitude to Nolan Ryan, Josh Hamilton, the Rangers, fans, and baseball for support. She notes her son Cooper, 6, and the family’s connection to the team and the sport, and shares memories of Shannon’s love for the team and life.
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Clemens trial jury mostly female in Congress lie case
An overwhelmingly female jury with little interest in baseball will decide whether Roger Clemens lied to Congress about using performance enhancing drugs. Jurors seated include a woman whose cousin, Al Bumbry, once coached the Boston Red Sox when Clemens played there.
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Omaha UFL signs Crouch to roster
The Omaha Nighthawks announced the signing of 2001 Heisman Trophy winner Eric Crouch at a news conference. Crouch returns to professional football after previously starting at Nebraska, with the UFL club inviting him to compete for a roster spot.
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Royals Thrillers Highlight Thursday Sports Calendar
Twins host a 7 10 p.m. game in Minneapolis while Sporting Kansas City is also on the schedule this Thursday.
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KU Sports Editors and Contacts Listed
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