Bruschi and Smith share AP Comeback Player of the Year
Patriots linebacker Tedy Bruschi returned from a stroke to start nine games and the team to the playoffs while Panthers receiver Steve Smith, who recovered from a broken leg, led the NFL in receptions and yards in 2004. Both earned 18 votes from a panel of 50 media members.
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Merriman Wins Defensive Rookie of the Year for Chargers
San Diego outside linebacker Shawne Merriman earns AP Defensive Rookie of the Year after a late-season surge that sacks Peyton Manning and Donovan McNabb, knocks Priest Holmes out for the season, and helps push the Chargers toward top team status. He collects 28 percent of votes from a national panel, beating Lofa Tatupu and six Chargers to the Pro Bowl.
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Swann enters Pennsylvania governor race in Pittsburgh
Lynn Swann announced his candidacy for governor of Pennsylvania in Pittsburgh, signaling a fall campaign after months of fund raising. The former Steelers star, Hall of Fame receiver and TV commentator, would be the GOP candidate facing multiple rivals and potentially Democratic Gov. Ed Rendell in the general election.
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Longhorns rally to topple USC in dramatic Rose Bowl win
Texas erased USC's 34 game streak with a late stand and fielded a high scoring affair that produced over 1100 yards. Vince Young led Texas with clutch plays including a decisive fourth down escape and a late drive to seal the upset while LenDale White scored three for USC and Carroll suffered the final inches miscue.
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Robinson fuels Jayhawks big first half run against Yale
Kansas blazed to a 44 40 halftime lead as Robinson and Hawkins sparked a 11 0 surge late in the second half. Yale was held under 60 for the first time this season with Flato scoring 10 points and no other Yale player in double figures.
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Garcia eyes big year at Kapalua after 2005 frustration
Sergio Garcia drilled on the Kapalua practice green as he analyzes his 2005 season. He says his short game and putting under pressure held him back despite strong ball striking and averaging over 300 yards. He notes one win in Booz Allen Classic felt insufficient for his level of play.
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Baker softball clinics offer pitching hitting fielding for youths
Baker University coaches and players host two clinics for ages 10 to 18 at the Collins Center. A pitching and hitting clinic is set for Saturday, a fielding and hitting clinic for Jan. 14, both from 8 a.m. to noon at $50 per session. Contact Jen nifer Rigdon at 594-4567 or jenniferrigdon bakeru.edu. Former Saint Mary football coach Scott Frear is charged with sexually exploiting minors by possessing and sending explicit images, with alleged July and August offenses in Leavenworth County. He resigned before the 2005 season. If convicted, penalties include federal prison and fines.
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Wildcats rally past Red Raiders in Big 12 opener
Kansas State defeats Texas Tech 53-51 as Twiggy McIntyre seals win with four late free throws. Jessica McFarland leads Wildcats with 12 points while Erin Grant tops Tech with 12. rebounding stars include LaToya Davis with 15 boards. Both teams struggle shooting, final line 31 percent.
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Missouri Upsets Defending Champs in Narrow Women’s Tilt
Missouri stunned Baylor 64 61 ending the Lady Bears 30 game win streak as Sophia Young scored 31 points but Baylor failed to get support from teammates. Baylor shot 24 for 63 from the field and coach Kim Mulkey Robertson questioned missing production from several players.
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