Gender equity in college sports tightens gap with costs rising
The Chronicle of Higher Education reports a narrowing gender gap in college athletics yet widening disparities between major football programs and others. In 2001-02 Division One, average male participants were 267 versus 208 females, with athletic budgets climbing to 12.9 million. BC S schools show higher profits than non major football institutions, while some schools cut men's programs to balance gender participation.
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Woods Endures Slump, Falls Short At British Open
Tiger Woods, two behind entering the final round, failed to catch early leader Ben Curtis as Curtis edged away on the back nine. Woods faced questions about a major drought, but dismissed negativity while his bid for a claret jug ended with a closing mistake on the 17th hole.
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Tiger Woods stalls in bid for British Open title
Tiger Woods, seeking more majors after eight wins since turning pro, finished two shots back at Royal St George's as Curtis rookie savaged the field. Woods failed to convert late chances, saying time will help him assess the week while awaiting the PGA Championship at Oak Hill.
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Sponsors rally as GHC opens seek new title sponsor
Canon pulled out after 18 years forcing a bridge sponsorship with nearly 40 donors who wrote four million dollars to keep the Greater Hartford Open alive. Phil Mickelson, two time defending champ, committed early amid community support and praise for the tournament's unique amphitheater setting and large galleries.
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Armstrong Holds Lead In Tumultuous Tour De France
Lance Armstrong extended his overall advantage to 67 seconds over Jan Ullrich after a hard stage that featured a crash near the finish and a dramatic day. Armstrong battled illness and a bruising start but earned bonus time for finishing first and survived a rare tumble aided by a supportive Ullrich as the race heads toward Paris.
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