Spurrier Returns to College Gamecocks as Head Coach
Steve Spurrier, returning to college football after three years away, takes over South Carolina with a seven year, 1.25 million dollar per season deal plus incentives. He replaces Lou Holtz who retired after 33 seasons and 249 victories. Spurrier aims to win a conference title and faces former mentor Florida in key matchups, including a 2001 era rivalry with his alma mater.
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Red Sox rebuild Fenway field with drainage upgrade
Boston announces a $1 million to $1.5 million project to overhaul the Fenway Park playing surface. New drainage under 3 inches of gravel and 9 inches of sand will reduce rainouts while grass is laid. Training facilities will also be expanded for players.
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Kahne named top NASCAR rookie for 2004 season
NASCAR announces Kasey Kahne as Nextel Cup Rookie of the Year after 13 top five and 14 top ten finishes in 36 starts. Kyle Busch earns Busch Series rookie honors, David Reutimann wins Truck Series rookie award, with Reutimann finishing 14th in points at Homestead.
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Russia Eyes Fed Cup Glory With Home Advantage
Russia appears favored to win the Fed Cup after a favorable draw with Austria and France missing top players. Captain Shamil Tarpischev led a team featuring top 20 players as they face Austria while France meets Spain. Mary Pierce withdrew with a shoulder injury, and Amelie Mauresmo is out to focus on next season.
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Sheffield left shoulder surgery postponed by travel woes
Gary Sheffield's left shoulder operation was delayed because he could not travel to Birmingham, Alabama. Dr. James Andrews will operate next week with four to five weeks of recovery expected. Sheffield hit .290 with 36 homers and 121 RBIs despite knee issues.
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Ex skater Bowman pleads no contest in Michigan
Former U S skating champion Christopher Bowman pleaded no contest to two misdemeanors involving possessing a gun while intoxicated and assault and battery in Rochester Hills District Court. A felonious assault count was dismissed after the key witness altered her account. Bowman, 37, known as Bowman the Showman, was U S champion in 1989 and 1992 and competed in the 1988 and 1992 Olympics.
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Holyfield appeals medical suspension after MSG loss
Evander Holyfield appealed the medical suspension handed out by New York boxing officials following his November 13 defeat by Larry Donald at Madison Square Garden. The New York State Athletic Commission has contacted Holyfield's camp about next steps in the appeal process while citing confidentiality laws.
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Buffalo to keep coach Hosher for 2005 season
Amherst New York University at Buffalo will retain head coach Jim Hosher for 2005, the final year of his five year contract. Interim athletics director Bill Maher announced at the year end luncheon that Hosher remains the right man to lead the Bulls despite a 2 win season and a recent history of struggles in Division I football.
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