U S softball wins third straight Olympic gold in Athens
The United States dominated Australia 5 to 1 to capture its third consecutive Olympic softball gold in Athens. Lisa Fernandez pitched a four hitter and Crysta Bustos hit two home runs as the U S team shattered records, led by Candrea’s resilient leadership and star players like Fernandez, Nuveman, Kretschman, and Bustos.
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Wariner leads U S sweep in Olympic 400 meters
At Athens Jeremy Wariner 20, wins the Olympic 400 in 44.00 seconds, the fastest in the world this year, edging teammate Otis Harris who takes silver and Derek Brew third. Wariner insists on remaining focused on the upcoming four by four relay.
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Ottawa University seeks golf alumni for annual matches
OU invites alumni to the Dick Peters Sports Complex for the annual alumni soccer matches with an 11 am to 1 pm registration and lunch, a 1 pm women’s game, and a 3 pm men’s game. The men open Sunday at 2 pm versus Illinois Springfield. tailgate runs noon to 2 pm.
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Willingham leaves Kansas State basketball program
Dez Willingham, who started 11 games as a freshman, is not returning to Kansas State. Coach Jim Wooldridge said Willingham, from DeSoto Texas, attended summer school but did not report for fall term, noting the decision was final and the team would move forward with six other guards. Willingham, who had surgery for a shoulder injury, averaged 4.4 points in 22 games last season.
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Hamm wins bronze in tense Olympic gymnastics meet chaos
The crowd booed throughout the awards as Hamm fought through distraction to post a 9.812 on a triple release routine, narrowly losing to Cassina after a tiebreaking formula. Nemov smiled amid boos while Yang faltered, leaving Hamm to reflect on a night marked by protest and unusual theater.
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Missouri Tigers eye national title amid strong momentum
Missouri coach Gary Pinkel outlines pyramid goals from winning games to a national championship as the program builds on last season's progress. The schedule favors a fast start with Arkansas State, Troy State, and Ball State before Big 12 play, while concerns focus on the offensive line after key departures. Defensive leadership and returning starters bolster confidence as two road tests at Texas and Nebraska loom.
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