Heavyweight Showdowns and Major Upsets in Sports History
On this day in sports history Schmeling KOed Louis in round 12 in a historic heavyweight bout. In 1986 Len Bias died of an apparent cocaine induced heart attack two days after being drafted by the Celtics. In 1992 Holyfield defeated Holmes by unanimous decision to retain the undisputed title. In 2005 Campbell edged Woods for a two shot U.S. Open victory while Goosen collapsed from a three shot lead, finishing tied for eighth.
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LaRussa on Cardinals' struggles without injured players
St. Louis Cardinals manager Tony LaRussa states he will not make excuses for the team's slump caused by injuries. He notes that other teams face similar issues and emphasizes focusing on performance rather than dwelling on the setbacks. Albert Pujols is referenced in context.
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Reporting Scores Call or Email for Scores
Coaches reporting scores are encouraged to call 832-6367 or fax 843-4512 or email sportsdesk at liworld.com with game details. The notice urges prompt submission of results for timely newspaper publication and scoreboard updates.
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Field Conditions Hotline for City Parks and Recreation
City Parks and Recreation directs residents to call 832-7999 and enter 1123 for adult field conditions 1124 for adult rescheduling and 125 for youth field conditions to get current field status and scheduling updates.
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Woods wins U S Open then falters to knee surgery
Tiger Woods revealed a torn left knee ligament and a double stress fracture forced season ending surgery after his U S Open win at Torrey Pines where he defeated Rocco Mediate in 19 holes. Swing coach Hank Haney described a six to eight month recovery.
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Wimbledon seeds set for Federer Ivanovic run for titles
Five time champion Roger Federer and top seed Ana Ivanovic lead Wimbledon draws on Wednesday as Federer aims for a sixth straight title and 13th Grand Slam. Nadal and Djokovic trail Federer at Nos. 2 and 3 while Ivanovic is flanked by Jelena Jankovic and Maria Sharapova.
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Stanford Stuns Miami 8 3 In College World Series
Stanford ousted top-seeded Miami 8-3 to advance to Bracket 1 finals against Georgia. Sean Ratliff homered and Cord Phelps tripled in a four-run fifth inning as Danny Sandbrink and Erik Davis limited Miami, which failed to become the first No. 1 seed to win the CWS since 1999.
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Tar Heels set to chase 2009 NCAA title return
North Carolina fans loom large as Ty Lawson Wayne Ellington and Danny Green announce returns for 2008 09. Coach Roy Williams touts a deep veteran core Hansbrough Ginyard and Thompson join top talent to form a formidable UNC roster with a strong shot at the title in Detroit.
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