Americans rout Brazil in World Championship opener
In Athens Greece about 500 fans watched the United States defeat Brazil 83 to 59 in the opening round. Wendell Alexis led the balanced attack with 13 points as several Americans scored. The crowd size contrasted with Greece attendance and NBA lockout context shaped the event.
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Indy to host World Championship basketball in 2002
The 2002 World Championship will be played in Indianapolis at RCA Dome and Conseco Fieldhouse, marking the event's first in the United States. USA Basketball officials cite Indiana's basketball love as a backdrop while noting no single star dominates.
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Ex Jayhawk Dixon sparks Sparks to 77-68 win
Former Kansas standout Tameeka Dixon scored 20 points including a 10 point burst in the second half to lift the Los Angeles Sparks past the Washington Mystics 77-68 before 14,137 at the MCI Center. Lisa Leslie had 13 points and 13 rebounds as Los Angeles snapped a two-game skid. Nikki McCray led Washington with 18 points as the Mystics fell to 2-18.
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Germany Upsets U S in Dual Meet at Goodwill Games
Germany defeated the United States 63-59 in a close men’s dual swim meet at Uniondale New York. Kurt Grote of Palo Alto led U S efforts with wins in the 100 and 200 meter breaststrokes and a breaststroke leg in the medley relay, totaling 17 points but not enough to clinch the victory.
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Manning’s mixed NFL rookie practice and contract boom
Peyton Manning endured a so so first pro practice with the Indianapolis Colts after signing a 42.7 million dollar six year deal. Coach Mora praised his mental read of defenses though Manning went 1 for 3 and faced a non contact sack and a pass interference. A 60 yard underthrown TD to Aaron Bailey stood out amid a normal start. Buffalo guard Joe Panos will miss preseason with knee sprain. Rams back Ironhead Heyward may be traded. Raiders kicker Cole Ford’s job in jeopardy leads to signing Phil Dawson and Greg Davis.
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Chargers Lose Botham To 2 3 Months With Biceps Tear
Defensive tackle Shane Botham will miss two to three months after tearing his left biceps in a training camp drill. Quincy Watts, aiming to make the Chargers as cornerback, exited camp Wednesday. The Oilers announce a nickname rename for the 1999 season, and Bud Adams confirms the change. Steelers sign first round pick Alan Faneca to a five year, 5.3 million contract with a 1.65 million signing bonus. Pro Football Hall inductees include Tommy McDonald, Paul Krause, Anthony Munoz, Mike Singletary and Dwight Stephenson. McDonald is noted for a long NFL career with multiple teams.
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Chiefs open to troubled stars as Morris nears deal
Chiefs coach Schottenheimer cites past success with players like Barry Ward and Andre Rison as proof the club will give troubled players another chance. Morris, standing 60, 245, eyes a fresh start after a rookie season of 836 rushing yards and a 1997 suspension, with agent contact ongoing.
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NCAA Council rejects limit on football grants
The NCAA Division I Management Council rejected a proposal to cut football scholarship limits for both Division I-A and I-AA. It did not back changes this week in Philadelphia and will study college basketball issues including summer recruiting. The council also backed expanding five Division I championships: baseball, cross country, women's soccer, softball, and women's volleyball.
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