Harrington declares for NBA draft from St Patrick's
Al Harrington 18, touted as nation’s top high school player, will skip college and enter the NBA draft. He spoke at St Patrick's in Newark area saying money isn’t a factor and he feels ready to play at pro level. He led St Patrick's to a Parochial B title with 1,278 career points and 10.7 rebounds per game in final season.
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Royals and Yankees rainout leaves game unresolved
New York manager Joe Torre said the rainout between the Royals and Yankees won’t slow their hottest team. He noted many games have been postponed and expected no effect, with no make up date set as Monday night’s game was rained out and the teams were to conclude later.
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Royals at Yankees in rain delayed two game set
The Royals visit the Yankees at Yankee Stadium for a 6:35 pm game with David Wells facing Glendon Rusch. New York, after a 23 of 26 surge, leads Boston by 22 in the AL East, while heavy rains and a stadium problem caused multiple postponements.
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Quest edge sparks debate before Preakness
Trainers accuse Coronado's Quest of receiving an unfair edge as it joins the Preakness field. Shug McGaughey says he may move the colt to a quieter walk to avoid confrontation, while rivals Bob Baffert and Nick Zito voice concerns about special treatment and potential distractions from a near 80,000 crowd.
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Larry Bird Expected to be Named NBA Coach of the Year
Larry Bird, known for his minimal coaching style with the Indiana Pacers, is set to be named the NBA Coach of the Year. The announcement comes as the Pacers prepare a major news conference amid ongoing playoff previews.
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Stewart leads Indy 500 practice with top speed
Indianapolis AP report says Tony Stewart posted a 223.703 mph lap on Monday the second day of Indy 500 practice, the fastest since the chase-engine rule change. He drives a Dallara-Aurora in the primary car as Scott Sharp, Kenny Brack and Billy Boat logged 222s and Sam Schmidt 221.588, with Eddie Cheever just under 221.
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Indebted Oklahoma breaks bank for AD
Oklahoma’s athletics department faces at least $6 million in debt while QU president David Boren offers Missouri’s Joe Castiglione a lucrative package to move to Norman. Castiglione’s five year contract totals $1.25 million, averaging $250,000 annually, up from $112,270 at Missouri.
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Kansas athletics director enters 11th year at $150000 salary
Frederick notes ongoing Allen Fieldhouse renovation and a fall celebration with a party planned this season. See E-State, page 50.
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