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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 15, 2004
Page
9
Chuck Woodling and Andrew Hartsock deliver a pre-season sports preview outlining key players, teams, and matchups for the upcoming season. insights focus on standout talents and potential storylines with local context and competitive expectations.
In 1938 Johnny Vander Meer pitched his second straight no hitter as the Reds defeated the Dodgers 6-0 in the first night game at Ebbets Field. In 1970 Shirley Englehorn won the LPGA Championship by four strokes over Kathy Whitworth. In 1991 Carl Lewis extended his long jump win streak with a 28 feet 4 1/4 inch jump, edging Mike Powell in New York. In 1996 Roy Jones Jr. defended his IBF super middleweight title after playing pro basketball, stopping Eric Lucas to help Jacksonville Barracudas win 107-94.
San Francisco Chronicle columnist Scott Ostler notes Pistons players are highly motivated by the notion that the loser faces an Olympic destination. The remark frames a competitive, high-stakes mindset surrounding an upcoming event.
Former MLB commissioner Peter Ueberroth, 66, was named chairman of the USOC board as part of an overhaul after ethics probes and a congressional investigation. He led the 1984 Los Angeles Games to a $225 million profit and will guide policy and finances during a period of reform and uncertainty about a permanent CEO.
The Supreme Court agreed to review whether Title IX protection extends to whistle blowers beyond direct victims of discrimination. The case follows a former girls basketball coach who alleges he was fired after criticizing facility and funding gaps for female athletes.
Carolina Panthers linebacker Mark Fields, diagnosed with Hodgkins disease less than a year ago, returns to practice in Charlotte at full speed. The report notes his comeback comes as Ozzie Smith aids kids in Tulsa while Jackie Joyner-Kersee is involved in similar activities.
In Nottingham England Jonas Bjorkman, a two time champion, beat qualifier Aisam Qureshi 7-6 5, 6-3 to reach the second round. He will meet Robin Soderling next after Soderling defeated David Ferrer 7-6 5, 3-6 6-2.
Kenseth and Harvick were penalized for bumping at the end of the Pocono 500. NASCAR officials interviewed them after the race and dropped them to 20th and 21st, altering Harvick’s 11th place and Kenseth’s 10th.
The piece argues the public grew tired of Tiger Woods dominance and now scrutinizes his struggles at the U S Open, while noting Mickelson's Masters win as a fresh high point. It laments the public’s knee jerk reactions and the sport’s demand for new champions.
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