Forgotten Five seek respect from Chiefs nation
Kansas City's offensive line known as the Forgotten Five laments lack of Pro Bowl and All Pro honors despite leading the league with 13 wins and 2,222 rushing yards. Tim Grunhard and teammates attribute success to experience, continuity, health, and strong coaching while hoping for future national recognition.
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Quirk Named Royals Bench Coach Replacing Mauch
Kansas City Royals manager Bob Boone chose Jamie Quirk as bench coach in 1996 to replace Gene Mauch, who finished his 26-year managerial career and did not return after retiring last year. Blades veteran Ken Hammond announced his retirement after 12 seasons, 105 games, 16 goals, and 28 assists since joining the team. drafted by the Los Angeles Kings in 1983.
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Ottawa Mat Masters take four firsts in ROSSVILLE event
Four Ottawa Mat Masters wrestlers won titles at a ROSSVILLE tournament last Saturday. Espinoza claimed eight-and-under 100 pound class, Roberts won 10-and-under 110, Tharp took 205, and Bradley led 14-and-under 100. Nine Ottawans finished in the top four including Sobba third in 61, Gunnels fourth in 88 and 105, Hinderliter and Gunnels fourth in 12-and-under, and Jeremy Roberts third in 14-and-under.
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Big Eight ends era with storied 1995 football season
After a 51-30 bowl win over UCLA, the Big Eight reflected on a remarkable 1995 season. The conference posted a 29-7-1 non-conference record, three 50-point bowl games, and Nebraska’s 36-1 three-year run. Texas Tech and Texas A&M won bowls, while Texas lost Sugar Bowl. Chiefs: a year of domination, pride, and a farewell to Big Eight football.
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Nebraska Beats Oklahoma In Classic Game Of Century Rematch
The article recounts a vintage shootout where a star quarterback totaled 130 rushing yards on 31 carries, scored on a late second-quarter keeper, and delivered key passes including a 43-yard strike just before halftime. Nebraska rallied with Kinney scoring four times, Rodgers making clutch plays, and Oklahoma’s Harrison briefly sparking a comeback before Nebraska sealed a 45-3 win over Hawaii and 38-6 over Alabama in the Orange Bowl, while Oklahoma finished No. 2 after a Sugar Bowl win. Colorado also posted a Bluebonnet Bowl victory, finishing third, highlighting a historic Big Eight season.
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Ottawa girls basketball aims for state after tough early schedule
Ottawa High School coach Lloyd Steele says the Cyclones are building a program by facing top teams. In seven games Ottawa lost to Labette County Washburn Rural and Baldwin, dropping to 4-3. Steele stresses experience and improved shot selection as Bonner Springs looms Friday.
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Ottawa faces tough January as Huron opener looms
Ottawa coach Grover warns of brutal January stretch after five straight wins to start. The Huron opener at Bonner Springs looms, with seed implications for Baldwin Tournament and past losses to Bonner, while Bonner Springs’ speed and new coach add mystery. Templeton emphasizes defense and rebounding to frontload inside play and control the game.
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Anderson County Bulldogs rally past Louisburg 46 37
Anderson County girls basketball beat Louisburg 46 to 37 as Tara Barr and Jerrica Miller each scored 12 points. Amy Feuerbom was held to a season-low nine, while Barr locked down Louisburg’s point guard. Coach Brent Shaffer praised team defense and contribution from multiple players.
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Mariners sign Sorrento after Indians season
Seattle signed free agent Paul Sorrento after his season with the American League champion Cleveland Indians. The one year contract includes an option for 1997. Seattle also traded first baseman Tino Martinez to the New York Yankees after the season. Manager Lou Piniella planned to bat Sorrento sixth behind Edgar Martinez.
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