Ricky Rudd confirms retirement after 2007 season
Ricky Rudd will retire from full time NASCAR Nextel Cup racing after the 2007 season. At 50, he departs Rob ert Yates Racing after this year, citing family time and relaxation, while noting he would consider a limited schedule if a strong, winning team existed. The career includes 16 straight seasons with top 10 finishes and a memorable 1997 Indianapolis win as an owner-driver.
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Vick poll shows fans oppose NFL return and favor prison
Gallup survey of 1,001 adults finds 58 percent say Michael Vick should not be allowed back in the NFL, 35 percent back a long prison term, and 51 percent favor a short sentence. Only 22 percent would want their team to acquire him if he returns. Sentencing set for Dec. 10.
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Isner faces Federer at U S Open in bold test
Georgia Bulldog star John Isner advances past Rik de Voest to reach a likely third round clash with Roger Federer at the U S Open. Federer dominates Capdeville as Isner casts a hopeful, crowd-rousing run with his powerful serves and Bulldog pride.
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Ottawa High JV Volleyball Schedule Change
OHS announces a Sept 25 junior varsity volleyball match will move from Topeka Highland Park to Emporia High School due to venue change and travel considerations.
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Crosby tops scramble at Hickory Hollow
Crosby led his foursome to a Wednesday scramble victory at Hickory Hollow. His team, including Gary Hogelin, Aaron Deardorf, and Elton Murrow, shot a minus-6. Dick Brown hit a hole in one on the No 9 hole at Ottawa Country WC on Friday August 24, witnessed by his wife Carol and Kathy and Mike Gretencord.
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Viking VB sweeps J Linn Buffaloes season opening wins
Central Heights High School volleyball opened 2-0 by sweeping Jayhawk Linn 25-19 25-19 and Prairie View 25-17 25-17 at Cearfoss Gym. Marissa Cox led in kills with 11, Elli Ouellette added 10, Wuertz had five, and Hunter and Schulte four each. Wuertz went 19-for-19 serving, Cox had eight blocks, Ouellette four, and passers include Wuertz Hunter Theele and Schulte. Adkinson and Cox had no setting errors. Central Heights hosts next Tuesday at home.
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Chiefs overhaul aims to blend veterans with youth on both sides
Chiefs coach Herm Edwards previews a defensive mix of veteran cornerbacks Ty Law and Patrick Surtain with young safeties Bernard Pollard and Jared Page backing a developing unit. New linebackers Donnie Edwards and Napoleon Harris, plus rookies Tank Tyler and Turk McBride, anchor a reshaped defense as special teams also see turnover.
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