Cavaliers embrace underdog role in NCAA Final Four
Virginia coach Terry Holland relishes the underdog position as the Cavaliers, 21-11, face top contenders Georgetown Kentucky and Houston in the Final Four. He notes the pressure shifts to seeded teams and cites NC State's title run as inspiration, while warning of Houston and Olajuwon to contend with in the semifinals.
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Colts Fans Mourn as Irsay Moves Team to Indianapolis
Baltimore area fans and Colt Corrals members react to news that the Colts will relocate to Indianapolis. Voices from Thurmont and Middletown describe disbelief, fault politicians, and reflect on decades of loyalty as Irsay shifts the franchise away.
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Dear Bob The Baltimore Colts Memory Letter to Bob Irsay
A reader laments the Colts move from Baltimore to Indianapolis. He recalls growing up in Baltimore, his favorite teams and players, and the city’s football heritage. He questions the ethics of relocations, insists the trophies and memories belong to Baltimore, and asks Bob to return them. The letter contrasts past glory with the present loss and appeals to a sense of local pride.
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Irsay Moves Colts to Indianapolis End of Baltimore Era
Anger, frustration, and relief mark the Colts move under owner Bob Irsay. The 39-year Baltimore support ends as Irsay relocates to Indianapolis amid criticism of mismanagement and deception. Governors, mayors, and NFL peers failed to stop him. Baltimore officials learned of the move as offices were emptied.
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Baltimore’s NFL Conundrum After Colts Move Rumor
The column argues Baltimore cannot realistically regain an NFL franchise soon as bidders favor bigger stadiums. It notes USFL viability issues, hints at a state lawsuit against Irsay, and predicts an Indianapolis press conference revealing the move. It laments loyalty to teams and marks Thursday as a sad day for Baltimore and pro sports.
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