Hemenway Re-elected Big 12 Board Chairman
The Big 12 Conference wrapped a week of meetings in Colorado Springs with plans to raise academic standards for incoming freshmen and expand focus on revenues, TV rights, and bowl processes. Kansas Chancellor Robert Hemenway was re-elected board chairman, Baylor President Robert Sloan secretary, and Nebraska Chancellor James Moeser treasurer.
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Big 12 Leaders Seek Higher Standards and New Partnerships
At a Broadmoor Hotel meeting, conference officials pledged a high academic standard and aggressive pursuit of school and business partnerships. They noted a record $61 million revenue this year and aim to be proactive in shaping future relationships.
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FBI raids Don King Productions offices in boxing probe
Federal agents raided Don King Productions in Deerfield Beach as part of an inquiry into whether the IBF sold rankings and brokered bouts for kickbacks. The Newark grand jury has sought IBF records since 1982, including contracts, invoices, and expense forms, in a widening case touching boxing officials and promoters.
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Judge frees Penguins from Civic Arena lease
A federal bankruptcy judge voided the Penguins lease with SMG at Civic Arena, the major hurdle to reorganization. Pirates owner Lemieux and NHL pressure loom as talks on a new deal proceed. potential relocation to Portland or sale of players is discussed amid creditor concerns.
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