Rangers new boss embraces challenge during rough Rangers season
Bobby Valentine, new Texas Rangers manager, says the job is a real challenge after a 9-23 start and a losing season. He notes the team lacked spring training and a clear path forward while winning fans remain hopeful and hungry for improvement.
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Curren Upsets McEnroe as Semifinal Delayed by Storms
In progress Wimbledon action, Curren the South African American citizen upset defending champion John McEnroe in straight sets in the quarterfinals. The Becker Jarryd semifinal was suspended at 1-1 in the third after two earlier storms halted play, with noon resumption planned. Thunderstorms flooded Centre Court steps and roof and caused delays with lightning striking nearby trees.
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Curren Blasts Connors With 17 Aces At All England
Curren dominated Connors with 17 aces at the All England Grounds as a late start set the pace. He opened with a swift four-point run after dropping the first point and surged to a 3-1 lead as he powers toward Sunday’s title match. Connors, aging, struggled with returns in a rare high-ace showing from Curren.
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Stipend claims Darwinist shift in college sports pay
Chambers argues that paying players will create an athletics Darwinism, rewarding only large schools with major TV markets. He says compensation would not kill smaller programs, but would attract boosters openly, increasing total money to schools and reshaping recruiting and revenue.
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Prentice Gautt criticizes state football player pay plan
Gautt, ex Oklahoma player and Big Eight official, opposes Nebraska effort to make football players state employees. He warns such a plan could widen the haves and have-nots gap and hurt smaller schools, while predicting institutions would adapt and cut costs like recruiting.
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Rookie of the Year Hopefuls Face Media Scrutiny in New York
Darryl Strawberry notes the distractions teammates face, recalling his own rookie year as he supports Gooden. Gooden, single and living on Long Island, avoids gossip and focuses on baseball while navigating attention in New York.
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Mets Pitcher Maintains Humble Demeanor Under Spotlight
The article notes a shy yet polite Mets pitcher who avoids arrogance despite growing attention. Hall of Famer Bob Feller praises his grounded nature, while Backman says he wants to stay one of the guys. He blends in during clubhouse lulls but commands focus on the mound.
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Navratilova and Lloyd Reach Final With Different Paths
Navratilova bends through three tiebreakers to reach the final after a tougher run, while Lloyd cruises to her ninth final with just 16 games lost. Lloyd believes she is playing her best tennis ever after a dominant path and a recent victory over a fellow American.
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Rinaldi Beats Navratilova in Semifinal Thriller
No. 16 seed Kathy Rinaldi won 6-2 6-0 in the semifinal, ending Navratilova's psychological edge. Billie Jean Lloyd notes Rinaldi now believes she can beat Navratilova, making their matches highly even and dependent on who is having their day.
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