Former UNM coach Ellenberger found guilty on most counts
Former University of New Mexico basketball coach Norm Ellenberger was found guilty on 21 of 22 counts of fraud and filing false public vouchers. A seven member, five woman jury delivered the verdict after about 92 hours of deliberation over two days. Sentencing is set for 9 a.m. Wednesday.
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Leonard Hearns bout promotion builds for September clash
New York AP reports Sugar Ray Leonard and Thomas Hearns promote their world welterweight title bout set for September 16 at Caesars Palace Las Vegas. Promoters expect a historic show with potential gross near or above $30 million gates plus pay per view and telecast revenue. Leonard and Hearns, both top champions, discuss longevity and knockout power as tickets range from 50 to 500 dollars.
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Baseball players say their union stronger
In New York 27 days into a strike, Major League Baseball players report lasting unity and a harder line. The executive board met to gauge sentiment and update on negotiations with owners as talks stall after the latest offer on free agent compensation.
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New Orleans selects quarterback in supplemental draft
New Orleans Saints used a first round choice in the NFL supplemental draft to select Illinois quarterback David Wilson as a potential future starter. Carson, Archie Manning will mentor him as he joins a team betting on an immediate impact this season.
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