Athlete of the Week honors go to Rocky Craley
Lawrence County high school track star Rocky Craley earned the New Castle News Athlete of the Week after a comeback season at Shippensburg. The Princeton football recruit won bronze in junior year and captured the state title in shot put with a 59-11 1/2 effort, overcoming a tough winter and returning to top form midseason.
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Knight says he can control temper under zero tolerance
Indiana coach Bob Knight tells ESPN he can behave, despite Brand’s zero tolerance and a $30,900 fine plus three game suspension. He notes players’ support, reflects on the 1997 Neil Reed incident, and insists his overall 29-year record has been good as he seeks to continue coaching.
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Offseason Ailments Spark State Title for Rocky Craley
Wilmington Area High senior Rocky Craley turned illness into triumph by resting during winter illness including mono and Epstein Barr. Despite a slow prep, he followed medical advice and clinched the PIAA Class AA track title, proving recovery fueled a state championship run.
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Trail Blazers Tie Series With 96 88 Win In L A
Portland defeats the Lakers 96 88 in Los Angeles to even the Western Conference finals at 3 3. Pippen overcomes injury with 22 points and 10 rebounds while Shaquille O Neal posts 31 points and 21 rebounds. Bryant struggles 17 points on 4 13 shooting as L A misses key shots on home court.
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