U.S. Olympic basketball team stunned by Italy loss
In Cologne, the U S squad fell 95 78 to Italy in a jarring loss just 10 days before Athens. Carmelo Anthony led with 19 points while Tim Duncan added 15 and 10 rebounds. Italy exploited outside shooting with 15 three pointers as Iverson noted poor defense and lack of practice time. The defeat underscored needs for better shooting and chemistry ahead of Olympic play.
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Mature athletes redefine aging in X Games lore
In Los Angeles, veterans like Jeff Ward at 43, Dave Mirra at 30, and Bob Burnquist show that action sports now count elder statesmen among its stars. The 10th anniversary of the X Games spotlights seasoned riders who thrive on risky feats and mainstream fame through video games, ads, and books.
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Royals Rally Falls Short as Contreras Debuts With White Sox
Contreras registered a shaky White Sox debut, allowing four runs in the fifth after a 7-0 lead, while Paul Konerko hit a grand slam to tie the AL home run lead. Aaron Rowand added a three-run homer as Chicago built a big early lead and held on for the win.
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Osawatomie Falls Short in Midwest Regional Final
Osawatomie’s 13-year-old baseball team finished second at the Babe Ruth Midwest Regional in Minot North Dakota, losing 14 to 2 to Bismarck in the championship. Kansas state champions earlier topped Minnesota, but final score not available.
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Brown Acknowledges Raiders Career Likely End
Tim Brown, a 38 year old wide receiver and the Raiders’ longest tenured player, told teammates his 17 year stay with Oakland may end, warning that the business of football could force his departure after a 4-12 season and 52 catches for 567 yards last year.
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