ACC sweeps AP Player and Coach of the Year honors
Duke star Shane Battier and North Carolina coach Matt Doherty win AP national awards, marking ACC’s rare double. Doherty, in his first UNC season, led the Tar Heels to 26 7 and a share of the ACC title, while Battier boosted Duke to the NCAA Final Four with 19.9 points and 7.2 rebounds per game.
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Griese on Chiefs radar as potential move looms
Denver Post reports Kansas City may pursue Pro Bowl quarterback Brian Griese from Denver. The Chiefs asked his agent about a visit next week, with Denver able to match offers and KC risking first and third round picks if Griese signs. Griese had shoulder surgery in November and missed five weeks.
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Gooden retires at 36 after Whitey Yankees stint
Dwight Gooden, 36, retired with the Yankees after a troubled spring. He completed a 194‑12 record with a 3.51 ERA in 2,8007 innings and 2,293 strikeouts. Once MVP and Cy Young winner with the Mets, injuries and personal issues marred his career before a 1996 World Series contribution.
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Purdue Rout Southwest Missouri State In Final Four Victory
Purdue stifled Southwest Missouri State star Jackie Stiles, holding her to 22 points as the Boilermakers dominated inside and out. Katie Douglas led with 25 points, Camille Cooper added 16 and 10 rebounds, sending Purdue to a date with Notre Dame for the title.
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Jayhawks optimistic about line after spring practice
Kansas University focuses on an overhaul of the offensive line with three returning starters sized 6-4 and over 290 pounds. New coaches pose pressure on a largely inexperienced unit, as KU adds four junior college transfers and a new line coach Sam Pittman to bolster depth and competition.
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Lions seek bounce back as 0-2 Lions meet Free State
Lawrence High, ranked No. 3 in Class 6A, looks to rebound after consecutive losses as LHS visits Free State for a 2 p.m. game. Senior pitcher Brandon Bingham, hampered by a sore back, will start against Free State’s Josh Swenson. Free State leads series 3-2.
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