Connors Blames Money For U S Tennis Drought
Jimmy Connors says money and complacent lower ranks hurt U S men’s tennis and hinder development abroad. He notes the Grand Slam drought continues as Wimbledon opens and cites McEnroe’s struggles and Lendl’s status as examples of shifting power and potential citizenship changes.
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Gallagher Hall Renovation Opens At Oklahoma State
A $3 million Gallagher Hall renovation in Stillwater begins June 1, funded by a bond issue. Work includes museum like displays for Henry Iba and E C Gallagher, upgraded upper deck seating and air conditioning, sky boxes, and refreshed interiors to celebrate OSU wrestling and basketball history. Completion is slated for December 10 ahead of Cowboys versus Tulsa.
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