Hawks Remain Undefeated After Forfeit Win in District
The Lawrence Hawks earned a forfeit victory over Overland Park in the District II Legion tournament, remaining unbeaten. Coach Al Ice lamented the lack of a game and said the win may hurt momentum as the team advances to face the winner of tonight’s matchup at 8:30 for a state berth in Hutchinson.
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Post 199 advances in district baseball losers bracket
Post 199 defeated Shawnee 3 1 to stay alive in the District II meet as John Duma delivered a two run double in the seventh and Ken Harvey earned the four hit win. Lawrence blanked Overland Park 7 0 by forfeit.
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Prep sites firm selects grand state venues for basketball
Kansas officials announced the grand state basketball championships will be held March 10-20 across five classes at Gross Memorial Coliseum Fort Hays State College White Auditorium Emporia Henry Levitt Arena and Kansas City Junior College. Wichita North previously won the girls title while boys debut.
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Patek shines as Royals beat Twins 6 4 in Minnesota
Freddie Patek had four hits and drove in three runs to spark Kansas City to a 6-4 victory over Minnesota. Dennis Leonard earned the win with Doug Bird saving, as Patek highlighted strong defense at short and clutch plays. Minnesota’s Rod Carew extended his hitting streak to raise his average to .373 and notch his 1,400th big league hit.
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Ellis Exits Doghouse as Ellis Beats Orioles in Eight
Frank Robinson defended his stance on John Ellis after Ellis hit a two run homer in the eighth to defeat the Baltimore Orioles 3 1. Robinson stressed team over any one player and Ellis avoided further comment on the feud. In other AL action California beat Chicago 5 4 New York edged Detroit 2 1 Oakland 1 0 Texas Milwaukee 6 2 Boston Kansas City 6 4 Minnesota.
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Dolphins trim camp roster ending with 67 players
Miami cuts eight year NFL veteran Tom Funchess from the training camp roster to reduce to 67 players. The move confirms ongoing roster reshaping ahead of the season with other adjustments anticipated.
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Judge rules for Bryant in Rozelle Rule case
A federal judge voids the Rozelle Rule as illegal and imposes a temporary restraining order sending Cullen Bryant back to the Los Angeles Rams. The ruling cites antitrust concerns tied to the standard player contract and option clause, amid NFL action over Ron Jessie’s signing from the Lions. The decision follows Rozelle's Friday move sending Bryant to Detroit in compensation to the Rams.
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Big Eight football ticket sales show rising interest
Kansas City AP reports rising preseason sales across the Big Eight. Iowa State's 50,000 seat stadium leads with a 25 percent increase, Oklahoma State 17 percent, Missouri 5 percent, Kansas 4 percent, and Kansas State 7 percent. Oklahoma adds nearly 10,000 seats and most Nebraskan home games are sold out for 14 straight seasons. Colorado nears sellout for fifth straight year.
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Chiefs Bring Ed Budde Back to Camp After Pact
Liberty veteran offensive guard Ed Budde, a holdout for over a week, reported to Kansas City Chiefs training camp at William Jewell College after reaching a contract agreement with GM Jack Steadman. Budde said he had been in contact since camp opened and was ready to return to work.
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Connors Won't Play Under Trabert Davis Cup Captain
USTA named Tony Trabert Davis Cup captain in New York as efforts to reunite the squad continue. Jimmy Connors refuses to play under Trabert, citing personal and philosophical objections after years of conflict. Connors has boycotted Cup play since 1973 under Dennis Ralston.
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White rated as key for All Stars against Steelers
Chicago AP report highlights Randy White a 6-4 248 pound Maryland star with a 4.6 second 40 and 450 pound bench press. Dallas Cowboys executive Gil Brandt praises his speed and power as he prepares to play end and linebacker for the All-Star game at Soldier Field.
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Paterno Rated Biggest Winner In College Football
Penn State's Joe Paterno has the highest active winning percentage among coaches with at least five years, posting an 85-15-1 record for a .847 mark. Bo Schembechler of Michigan follows with a 12 year 98-24-4 record and a .794 percentage, according to a survey by Elmore Hudgins.
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