Brewer battles doubt to chase major league dream
Kansas City AP profile of Mike Brewer once a top Royals pick who spent years in the minors and finally got a June 9 call to the majors. He credits his paraplegic brother Ken for strength, recounts Ken’s 1980 football injury and rehab, and reflects on his own fragile path and hope for a lasting career. Brewer recalls a chaotic stadium debut moment and his resolve to seize the chance, while Ken pursues college and computer interests. The piece also notes local league schedules and upcoming games at Forest Park and OHS North Field.
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Police Investigate Len Bias Death After Cocaine Claims
Police in College Park Maryland opened a criminal investigation into the death of Maryland basketball star Len Bias amid reports he might have used cocaine during an all night celebration before collapsing from a heart attack. An autopsy is pending with preliminary TV reports noting a bag of white powder found in Biass car and a possible late night drug purchase in Washington.
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Ottawa Women to Host Invitational at Country Club
The Ottawa Women’s Golf Association Invitational anchors Tuesday at Ottawa Country Club with 10 area clubs among 80 players in four-person best-ball. Notable finishes include Laura Osborn and L Osborn in C and D flights, Virginia Gilroy, Pat Wiggins, Frances Warnock, and Mary Ann Moherman earning top or long-drive honors across multiple clubs.
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Ottawa Area Softball and baseball schedule June 23 28
City league schedule lists multiple teams across men’s and women’s divisions at Forest Park and other grounds. Entries include Franklin Abstract vs Hubbard Lumber, Bay vs Twin Lakes, Richmond Body Works vs Life Allstars, and numerous AAA Midget Junior and Babe Ruth games with times from 4:00 to 9:30 p.m. plus public notices on ARC meeting and youth center hours.
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Bo Jackson Considering Royals Baseball After News Conference
Kansas City and Birmingham reports indicate Heisman winner Bo Jackson may join the Kansas City Royals for baseball after meetings with Royals officials. A spokesman said Jackson flew from Tuscaloosa to meet with Royals owner Ewing Kauffman and GM John Schuerholz, with a Birmingham news conference planned at noon.
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Tewell Leads Atlanta Golf Classic At Halfway Point
Atlanta AP Doug Tewell roars into a one stroke lead at the Georgia Pacific Atlanta Golf Classic with an 8 under 64 to reach 12 under par 132 at Atlanta Country Club. Scott Hoch sits one shot back after a 66 as Tewell praised his rhythm and ball striking on the 7007 yard par 72 course.
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Walker signs with Garden City CC after quitting K State
Ty Walker formalizes his decision by signing with Garden City Community College after announcing on Wednesday he would quit the Kansas State University basketball team. Coach Lon Kruger says Walker was unhappy with his playing time at K State.
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