World Cup gap between good and great narrows in Germany
The Women's World Cup in Germany shows the gap narrowing as Japan and France reach the final four alongside the United States, with experts noting evolving parity. U.S. star Megan Rapinoe and coach Norio Sasaki comment on the tournament's upsets and opportunities, while analysts cite broader investment in women's soccer worldwide and a shift from past routs to tightly contested matches.
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Canada
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NFL owners players nearing deal on rookie salaries
In New York AP sources say NFL owners and players near agreement on rookie first round contracts limiting top pick pay. A 12 hour meeting at a Manhattan law firm produced progress though key issues like free agency and offseason rules remain unresolved as talks continue toward ending the lockout.
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Roger Goodell
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Sam Bradford
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Georgia Tech NCAA probation after infractions ruling
The NCAA imposes four years of probation on Georgia Tech, fines $100,000, and vacates the final three 2009 football games including the ACC title win over Clemson and Orange Bowl loss to Iowa. Recruiting days and official visits are reduced for the basketball program. no scholarships lost or postseason ineligibility.
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Ottawa keeps winning in Kansas Amateur Tour opener
The Ottawa AA baseball team, 25-5, defeated Wellsville 8-6 and Burlington 16-8 in five innings to stay atop Baldwin City brackets. Spencer Hawkins drove in three runs with a three-run double, Dalton Laird closed the Wellsville game, and Connor Goedert earned the win with five innings pitched. Ottawa plays Tola at 5 p.m. in the winners bracket.
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Wes Hawkins
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Huddleston
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