Sedgman and Connolly Shine In 1951 US Tennis Victory
In 1951 Frank Sedgman became the first Australian to win the U S National Championship men’s singles, defeating Victor Sel Mines in three sets. Maureen Connolly, age 16, captured the first of three consecutive women’s titles by beating Shirley Fry in three sets.
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Utah State Fails to Finish Walk After Physical
Utah State assistant football coach Mike Lynch commented on a player quitting on his first day after a physical and a meal, noting that the walk to the cafeteria might have been too much and reflecting on the challenging start in the program.
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Sports on TV High School Football Delayed Kickoff
High school football game between SM Northwest and Free State scheduled for 10:30 p.m. Pacific? Live time and channel details placed on Sunflower Channel C6.
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KU Basketball Personnel and Editorial Contacts
Sports editors and reporters listed for Kansas basketball coverage at Ijworld.com include Chuck Woodling Andrew Hartsock Gary Bedore and David Mitchell with Mike Miller handling preps. Contact emails indicate roles for Associate Sports Editor and Football coverage under the KU sports team.
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Whom to Call KC Chiefs Wizards Royals Tickets
Contact numbers for KC Chiefs, Wizards, Royals tickets. Kansas Speedway and field conditions for City Parks and Recreation. Call 913 328 7223 or 832 7999. visit www ljworld com for rescheduling and adult field condition updates.
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Williams Edges Rubin In A Tough U S Open Quaterfinal
Venus Williams survived a stern test with Chanda Rubin to win 6-2 4-6 7-5 and reach the U S Open quarterfinals for the 18th time in her last 20 Grand Slams, signaling another deep run as Hingis and Davenport also advanced in New York.
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Penguins Sign Pittsburgh-Colby Armstrong To Three Year Deal
Pittsburgh-Colby Armstrong, Pittsburgh's first round draft pick in 2001, signed a three year contract with the Penguins at a 1.13 million dollar annual cap. Armstrong played 64 games last season with Red Deer, scoring 27 goals and 41 assists, under the NHL rookie cap.
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Dunn resigns as Seattle Storm coach general manager
Lin Dunn resigned Tuesday as coach and general manager of the Seattle Storm. Dunn leaves after a 33-63 record over three seasons as Seattle reached the playoffs this year at 17-15 before being swept in the first round by Los Angeles, the eventual champions.
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Canary Islands to host Fed Cup semifinals and final
The International Tennis Federation announced that London-Spain's Canary Islands will host the Fed Cup semifinals and final in October. Beginning October 28, matches will be played in Maspalomas on indoor hard courts with Austria vs Spain and Italy vs Slovakia in two best-of-five semifinals.
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Former NFL back Leon Campbell dies at 75 in Arkansas
Leon Muscles Campbell, a University of Arkansas alumnus famed for bending a railroad spike to earn his nickname, died at age 75 in Rock, Arkansas. Campbell played in the NFL during his career and was known for his strength and college days.
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Street Cry Retired After Ankle Injury From Racing
Street Cry, the world’s top rated older horse, is retired after an ankle injury. The four year old had trained for the Breeders Cup Classic next month and never finished worse than place money in 12 career starts.
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Exhibition season should be cut for NFL fairness
Miami Herald reports debate over the value of exhibition games as fans question paying for pre season matchups. Dolphins players Jay Fiedler and Zach Thomas support two games. owners favor revenue from ten games. proposed changes include two scrimmages per team or turning two exhibitions into regular season games, with risks and negotiations noted.
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