Appier criticizes Royals front office over youth move
Kansas City pitcher Kevin Appier after a water cooler incident voiced support for the young Royals players but condemned the front office for removing too many veterans and rushing development. He praised the current group yet warned the lack of veteran protection harms learning to win. Manager Bob Boone and GM Herb Robinson echoed caution, while players eyed a .500 target by the All-Star break amid a last-place AL Central spot.
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Royals find way to win as April woes fade
After pitching coach and reliever led a pregame meeting, the Royals urged patience and focus for young players. Vitiello hit a two-run homer in the fourth and Bernie Williams tied the game with a two-run shot in the fifth before Key allowed only one more hit as the rally continued.
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Bikinis and Pools Planned at Bank One Ballpark
Phoenix's Bank One Ballpark aims to feature a swim pool and spa beyond the outfield wall with a swim-up bar, heated spa, waterfalls, a barbecue area, tanning deck, and chairs. A loud water fountain will erupt 25 feet when a Diamondbacks player hits a home run into the pool.
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JC sweethearts choose Ottawa University for growth
The couple cited Ottawa University as a near home option easing maturity after Highland Park. Vandaveer lived in Garnett in 1985 1986 and will reunite with Garnett elementary schoolmates Katie McDonald and Emily Mader, OU signees, as Abel hints at a future 1997 wedding.
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OMS Teams Break Records in Meet Highlights
Seventh graders excel with numerous podiums as OMS squads set marks in events led by Morton, Cuevas, and Gibson. Ottawa rivals post strong showings in relays and distance races with Sells and Boswell among standout performers.
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Gumms Javelin Mark Highlights KC Community College Meet
Former Ottawa High School standout Aaron Gumm won the javelin at a Kansas City Kansas Community College meet with a personal best of 213 feet 6 inches. The Johnson County Community College student also placed third at the Kansas Relays, building on his Ottawa High School record of 233 feet 7 inches.
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Ohs Golfers Edge In Ottawa Invitational Preview
OHS coach Bourque expects a tight nine-team field at Ottawa Country Club Monday. Team scores show strong individual rounds led by 45s on each nine from a top player and a 91 by Bryan Thompson. Fine balance across Anderson County Gardner Paola Piper Osawatomie Bonner Springs Sumner Academy Baselior Linwood. no admission. spectators welcome. first tee at 3 p.m.
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Area prep track teams compete in OHS meet
Readings from the OHS meet show Drake and area athletes recording marks across javelin high jump and sprints. Notable performances include Drake’s 151-8 in javelin and Johnson CH 5-8 in high jump with others placing in the 140s to 1109 seconds in various events.
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Girls and Boys Track Meet Results Summary
Readable events show Lyndon, MdCV, Wav, War, L and L teams with wins in multiple sprints jumps and throws. Notable marks include Lyndon led 800 and 3200 relays, Herron and McDonald top long jumps, and Merrell posting strong 1600 times.
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