College basketball tournament pairings announced for quarterfinals
The schedule lists Canisius and Penn State with records 20-12 and 19-10 facing Iowa 21-11 and Virginia Tech 23-10 and Washington State in later matchups. Marquette 20-11 awaits winners, with game times 6:30 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. on Monday.
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Ostertag and Burrough vie for Midwest semifinal glory
In Kansas City at Kemper Arena Virginia's Junior Burrough and Kansas' Greg Ostertag, both overlooked stars, clash as No. 6-10 Scot Pollard and No. 6-11 Raef LaFrentz join the Cavaliers and Jayhawks in a pivotal semifinal. Their legacies hinge on this matchup amid partisan voting concerns and Big Eight versus ACC talent.
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State bound. Mat Masters earn 17 state qualifiers from Topeka
Photo by Ralph Young shows the Mat Masters with 17 wrestlers advancing to the state tournament in Topeka. Front row includes Todd Roberts Kevin Patton Cord Bradley Brett Boldra Michael Espinosa, with second row Rick Croucher Chad Hinderliter Buck Bradley Bryanee, and third row J R Servatius Jason San Rat Roberts Charlie.
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Frederick, Hatchell lead Big 12 commissioner finalists
Kansas State president Jon Wefald announced that Bob Frederick and Steve Hatchell are the two leading finalists for the Big 12 commissioner post. Dan Beebe and Patty Viverito were eliminated after interviews. The presidents will decide Sunday in Dallas after interviews and review of each candidate's experience.
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UConn and Maryland Vie for West Regional Top Billing
The Associated Press notes a star filled NCAA semifinal with top ranked UConn facing Maryland in Oakland after both teams posted strong marks. Maryland relies on All American center Joe Smith, who though dominant says he will share the offense.
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Jordan Returns to Garden with 27 Points in Return
Michael Jordan scored 27 points in 26 minutes on the Boston Garden parquet, his second NBA game since returning. The Bulls topped the Celtics 124-107 as Chicago presses for playoff positioning amid a tight Eastern Conference chase. New Jersey fell 102-85 to San Antonio, adding to the standings scramble.
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Royals minor leaguers face big decision on replacement play
WAINES CITY Florida AP after six minor league seasons with wages under seven thousand dollars Royals star Kevin Long weighs staying with the Royals past Opening Day rather than joining replacement players. Keith Hughes undecided whether to sign a major league contract or stay in the minors.
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Academics guide Williamsburg duo to college volleyball
Williamsburg seniors Laura Hermreck and Carrie Weigand chose colleges based on academics and fit. Hermreck will study medicine while Weigand will pursue physical therapy at Baker University, drawn by a strong academic program and a growing volleyball program. Both were three year starters helping the Panthers to a 55-5 record over the last two seasons. Hermreck led with 221 kills, 38 blocks and 44 aces in her final year.
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