Williams says historic week marks progress for Black NFL leaders
Doug Williams notes the rise of Black executives and coaches as Tony Dungy, Lovie Smith, Jerry Reese, and Mike Tomlin reach the Super Bowl era. He credits Giants and Steelers hires, plus growing Black quarterback prominence, with widening opportunities and lasting impact.
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Gonzalez and Federer set for Australian Open final
Speedy Gonzalez roars into the final by routing Haas 6-1 6-3 6-1 in Melbourne while Federer advances after a contrasting semifinal win. Gonzalez boasts zero unforced errors in sets one and three and vows to challenge Federer for the title as Maria Sharapova faces Serena Williams in the women's final.
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Paola overwhelms Central Heights in girls basketball
State ranked Paola dominated Central Heights 79 to 29 in a makeup game at Cearfoss Gym. Paola’s athleticism stood out while Central Heights showed offense in the first half but trailed by 22. Freshman Droddy led Central Heights with eight points and five rebounds as the Vikings shot 35 percent and hit seven of ten free throws.
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Central Heights seventh grade boys improve to 4-0 with 56-11 win
In Mound City, Central Heights seventh grade varsity defeated Jayhawk Linn 56-11 as the Viking varsity led 35-0 at halftime. Key players included Adam Seyler with 14 points and seven rebounds, Cody Slader with 14 points and six steals, and Michael Wood with 10 points and 11 rebounds. JV won 14-12. Holler led with 6 points. Central Heights heads to LaCygne on Monday to face Prairie View.
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Ottawa Lady Braves rally past Friends in Think Pink night
Ottawa built a 58-45 lead before Friends cut it to four with 4:30 left as Hallie Boyce led Ottawa with 18 points and Krystal White added nine rebounds. Amanda Stichler added 10 points and eight boards while the program supports cancer research through WBCA. Ottawa hosts Sterling at Wilson Field House in Saturday’s Think Pink event.
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Ottawa and Baldwin claim tourney crown as six titles span
Ottawa overwhelmed Anderson County 72 to 20, jumping to an 18-2 lead and pulling away behind balanced scoring. Stephanie Mars and Kristen Hendrickson tied for team high with 13 points each while four Cyclones reached double figures as Ottawa shot 50 percent through three quarters and 47 percent overall.
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Huggins attendance comments highlight ticket use at Kansas State
Kansas State coach Bob Huggins recalled his remark about buying tickets as student attendance wavered during winter break. Aggieville and Bramlage Coliseum crowd goals were discussed with Weiser praising candor and a packed arena. Assistant Tom Gilbert noted similar gaps in student turnout amid a 73-36 win over Chicago State as the team eyes a Big 12 game versus Nebraska and a Kan sas rivalry on Feb 19.
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