Tyson sentenced to six years in Indianapolis rape case
Former heavyweight champion Mike Tyson was given six years in prison for raping a teenage beauty contestant, with concurrent six year terms and $30,000 in fines. Judge Patricia Gifford cited risk of reoffending and ordered four years probation and psychotherapy after release. Tyson maintained innocence, apologized only to Desiree Washington if given the chance.
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Knight’s antics light up camp before key rematch
Indiana coach Bob Knight used a bullwhip at a news conference and practice to fire up players, joking with Calbert Cheaney. Indiana faces Florida State in a potential tougher rematch after last year’s 82-60 win. UCLA meets New Mexico State as the other West Regional showdown, led by Don MacLean and Tracy Murray for UCLA and Sam Crawford for the Aggies.
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Injuries Take Toll on KU Kansas Basketball Season
The five month grind beginning Oct. 15 and ending March 22 left players with various injuries. Alonzo Jamison had a knee sprain but missed no games. David Johanning faces back surgery for a herniated disk while Patrick Richey had back and ankle issues needing operation.
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Kansas basketball notes on injuries and fatigue
Kansas coach Roy Cairns discussed player health during the season. Patrick Mathews will take a week off to regain strength while Steve Woodberry faced heart palpitations likely linked to caffeine and stress from exams. Other players Adonis Jordan Rex Walters Greg Gurley and Greg Ostertag dealt with various injuries.
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Recruiting expert predicts KU basketball prospects for next season
Recruiting analyst Bob Gibbons lists multiple high school juniors KU may pursue for four scholarships next November. He notes point guards Randy Livingston and others, centers like Erick Dampier and Antonio McDyess, shooting guards such as Damon Flint, and forwards including Jon Garavagilia, with Williams unlikely to fill all spots immediately. He cites KU’s growing recruiting reputation and current freshmen standouts while mentioning other college programs pursuing similar targets.
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Costas Skipper for a Day in Exhibition Game
NBC sportscaster Bob Costas was named manager for a day by the Oakland Athletics in an exhibition against Seattle at Phoenix Municipal Stadium. A’s manager Tony La Russa gave Costas a birthday card and greeting. the Mariners won 7-5 as Costas went 0-1, saying the experience highlighted the subtleties of managing in the majors.
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