Thurman Thomas earns Football Hall of Fame honor
Thurman Thomas, longtime Bills running back and 1991 NFL MVP, is headed to the Pro Football Hall of Fame in Canton. The Oklahoma State product overcame a knee injury feared to undo his career, starring in Buffalo’s era of four straight Super Bowl appearances and finishing with 12,074 rushing yards and 16,532 yards from scrimmage.
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Rams WR Isaac Bruce presses on toward 14th season
Rams veteran Isaac Bruce, entering his 14th season, posted 78 receptions for 1,098 yards last year and sits seventh all time in career receptions. He vows to keep playing with a disciplined routine as he and Terry Holt form a top NFL receiving duo under coach Scott Linehan.
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Croyle Ready to Start for Chiefs in Open Quarterback race
Chiefs quarterback battle features Croyle and Huard as camp competition heats up. Croyle, son of Bear Bryant era Alabama, shows arm strength and improved offense knowledge while Huard brings league experience. Training camp drills reveal tough morning session with injuries to Pollard and Boone under evaluation.
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Paola Thunderbirds win 16U 180 division title at Olathe league
The Paola Thunderbirds under-16 softball team finished 13-3 to capture the Olathe Girls Softball Association 16U/180 division crown. They also won the Paola Summer Showdown in June and placed third in the 15 Class C State Tournament in July at Empendepi, Ottawa, with Hallie Bones Elsie Bones and Mikela Scott among the players noted.
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Lawrence Clinton Park to host Aug softball tournament
Men and coed softball event set for August 11 at Clinton Park in Lawrence features a three game guarantee. Entry fee is 125 dollars. To register call Aaron Roberts at 785-214-1331.
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Culpepper Signs One Year Deal With Oakland Raiders
Culpepper, 30, signed a one year contract with the Oakland Raiders as a free agent backup for JaMarcus Russell. He worked out in the afternoon in Napa California. The move adds depth behind the top draft pick and provides veteran stability for the offense.
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Princeton Rebels seek regional title after tourney run
Princeton baseball beat Wellington 10-0 with Jordan Welch delivering a one hitter and Bob Welfe as co MVP. They also defeated Mineral 5-2 with Clint Schulte as MVP before a 2-1 win over Stoddard with Pomatto MVP. A 5-0 loss to Iowa all-stars closed the event as Princeton, the smallest city, eyes another regional bid.
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