Sosa corked bat scandal rocks baseball image
Sammy Sosa faced questions after a corked bat was found during a game though tests found no cork on the other 76 bats. He apologized, said it was a mistake, and faced potential discipline as fans and colleagues weighed impact on his storied career and reputation.
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Lawrence Phenix 12U Softball Team Dominates Tourneys
The Lawrence Phenix 12 and under softball squad opens with a 22-2 run, winning events in Olathe Johnson County Basehor and Blue Springs Missouri. Players hail from Ottawa Baldwin Wellsville Eudora and Lawrence, led by coaches Brad Graf Jay Rusk and Trenda Reschke.
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Legion Adds Depth as Key Returnees Back Ottawa Squad
Herrmann notes two to three players per position and praise for defense as seven of eight starters from the high school team return for the Legion. Fetters and Hiracheta bolster Ottawa’s depth, promising a versatile, strong unit.
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Clijsters reaches French Open final after tense win
Kim Clijsters advanced to the French Open final for a second time by beating Nadia Petrova 7-5 in the decisive set after erasing a set point. She will face the winner of Serena Williams versus Justine Henin-Hardenne, as Williams pursues a fifth straight major title. The Belgian recovered from an early forehand slump and a late service break to secure the victory.
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Duncan powers Spurs by Nets in NBA Finals opener
Tim Duncan produced a dominant line as the Spurs beat the New Jersey Nets 101-89 in San Antonio. He had 32 points, 20 rebounds, seven blocks, six assists and three steals, fueling a 16-point advantage late in the third quarter and preserving the Spurs’ edge through the fourth. The Nets stalled on fast breaks and relied on outside shots they missed, while David Robinson added 14 points and four blocks. Game 2 is Friday night.
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