OSU's Smith Linked to Clarett Cell Phone Case
The Cleveland Plain Dealer reports OSU quarterback Troy Smith used money from booster Robert Q. Baker to pay for a cell phone his mother obtained for Maurice Clarett. Athletic director Andy Geiger says the school investigated Clarett’s use of phones but knew nothing of this particular device and notes Smith’s suspension may extend next season.
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Casey and Wilson honored by Reds writers
Cincinnati Seer Casey was named the Reds Most Valuable Player for the 2004 season after hitting .324 with 99 RBIs. The local BBWAA awarded Casey the Joe Nuxhall Good Guy Award for media cooperation. Paul Wilson earned Reds Outstanding Pitcher after leading the staff with 11 wins in 29 starts and posting an 11-6 record with a 4.36 ERA.
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Teen baseball to tennis hall of fame
Jim Courier loved baseball as a teen but traded the ball cap for the baseline and his slugging skills led him toward tennis. Now he’s headed to the International Tennis Hall of Fame, a journey noted on Page C4.
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RedHawks look to rebound against Central Michigan tonight
Miami University men’s basketball seeks a rebound in a matchup with Central Michigan, aiming to recover after losses. The feature notes concern about both team form and effort, previewing key players and the game venue.
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Wisconsin dominates Buckeyes in 72-66 win at home
Wisconsin beat Ohio State 72-66 at the Kohl Center extending the nation’s longest home win streak to 37 games. Mike Wilkinson scored a career high 29 points with 10 rebounds while Alando Tucker’s status remained day to day after a foot injury.
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Dayton Stebbins Survive Monroe In OT Thriller
Dayton Stebbins edged Monroe 58-54 in overtime after Quentin Griffin scored a late 3 and forced a steal to seal the Hornets upset hopes. Monroe's coach lauded his team’s effort as Griffin gut checked the comeback and Stebbins held on despite a tight finish.
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Preble Shawnee tops Dixie 41 38 in tight SWBL win
Preble Shawnee High girls basketball ended a month-long win drought with a 41-38 victory over visiting Dixie. Erin Davis and Amber Howard helped fuel an 11 0 run to open the second half as coach Deannah Reece noted poor shooting but praised the needed win and resilience from the Arrows.
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Marino and Young Lead Pro Football Hall of Fame Finalists
Dan Marino and Steve Young headline 15 finalists for the 2005 Pro Football Hall of Fame class with three to six inductees to be announced February 5 in Jacksonville. Also named are Michael Irvin and Derrick Thomas in their first year of eligibility.
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Ben Roethlisberger struggles in Steelers win over Jets
Pittsburgh defeated New York 17 to 6 as Roethlisberger, in his 13-0 rookie season run, endured a rough game. He threw two interceptions and was sacked twice, managing 9 of 19 for 144 yards before rallying late with two touchdown drives.
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