Raptors bring Walt Williams to Toronto on one year deal
Walt Williams signed a one year minimum contract with the Toronto Raptors after failing to secure a multi year offer from several teams. The former Maryland star started 73 games last season, averaging 13.6 points, 4.4 rebounds, and 3.2 assists per game. Toronto GM Isiah Thomas called the signing timely in this market.
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Texas Tech admits NCAA rules violation over course credit
Texas Tech acknowledged it violated NCAA rules by using a correspondence course to certify a football player's eligibility, in a 1993 case reported by the Houston Chronicle. The finding marks Tech’s first potentially significant violation acknowledged since an NCAA inquiry began six months earlier.
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Coach investigated for grade fixing in Greene NY
Greene Central School District suspended Tim Place an assistant college football coach and guidance counselor after allegations he changed the grades of at least a dozen students to keep them eligible for high school play. State police probe possible criminal charges while Hartwick College says Place was newly hired and unavailable to comment.
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Vargas turns pro with Main Events in $ multi year deal
Fernando Vargas, 18, signed a multi year promotional contract with Main Events Productions in Oxnard California. He predicts a welterweight world title within two years and says he will be paid to box. The Ventura County Star cites a deal possibly worth several million dollars with a likely signing bonus around 200000. Main Events is led by Dino Duva with brother Dan deceased and famed trainer Lou Duva as father.
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Bears edge Cowboys in opener amid doubts about Dallas
Dallas Cowboys face Chicago Bears in Chicago on Monday night with doubts about scaling back their dynasty. Emmitt Smith injures knee but plans to play as Bears coach Dave Wannstedt challenges veteran Dallas leadership. predicted Bears win 35 31.
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Fritts wins Lake Minnetonka Bassmaster Top 100 tourney
David Fritts of Lexington NC won the Bassmaster Top 100 at Lake Minnetonka with 15 bass weighing 54 lbs 15 oz after three days. Davy Hite of Prosperity SC finished second at 51 lbs 14 oz, earning 19 000, while Mike Auten of Benton KY was third with 49 lbs 2 oz and Clark Wendlandt of College Station TX placed fifth with 46 lbs 9 oz.
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Agassi Advances After Tough Paes Showcase
In a dramatic U.S. Open match, Andre Agassi erased a 3-6 6-4 deficit to beat Leander Paes 3-6 6-4 6-1 6-0 in the third round. Agassi toppled Paes with a dominant run after a first-set lapse, while Muster, Enqvist, Graf, and Sanchez Vicario also advanced in straight sets.
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Frerotte Earns No 1 QB Role Boosts Redskins Confidence
The Redskins praise GUS Frerotte after beating Heath Shuler for the No 1 quarterback job in training camp. Coaches and rookies note his calm presence, improved poise, and readiness to deliver under pressure, easing team concerns and lifting practice intensity. Ed Simmons highlights his steadiness and ability to stay put in the pocket.
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Ravens move sparked by money and memory of Colts era
Maryland officials defend Ravens stadium funding while acknowledging the Browns move differed from the Colts departure. Bruce Hoffman notes Cleveland’s exit was financially driven. Art Modell kept Browns name and colors, unlike Colts owner who retained no history. Critics warn of football’s profit driven shift away from communities.
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