Johnson Wins NBA MVP As Magic Aims For Lakers’ Fourth Title
In Inglewood California Earvin Magic Johnson accepts MVP honors after a season averaging 23.9 points and 12.2 assists. He credits Larry Bird for helping his win and notes a potential Lakers Celtics showdown in the looming conference finals. Johnson led in assists, shot 52.2 percent, and 84.8 percent at the line, with 138 steals. The Lakers pursue a fourth championship with Johnson as key playmaker.
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Caray Returns to Cubs Broadcast After Stroke
Chicago radio voice Harry Caray returns to the mic for the Cubs in a three game series with Cincinnati at Wrigley Field after a spring stroke. He downplays the comeback saying it is just another day at the ballpark while colleagues and fans anticipate a euphoric reception and a stirring seventh inning stretch. His return follows a hospital stay in Palm Springs and a lengthy broadcasting tenure spanning more than four decades.
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Local Youth Baseball Rosters and Player Lists
Continued from page four. White Sox lineup features Brett Bellinger Ryan Ayers Aaron Nichols Tony Sanderson and others. Cubs Dodgers Mets Orioles Padres Pirates Rangers Yankees fill rosters with Chad Wheat Chad Bloomer Jarrod Symons Casey Dobbs and more.
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Brett Bellinger
Ryan Ayers
Aaron Nichols
Tony Sanderson
Jason Greisen
Jason Green
Joshua Sauders
Mark Nelson
Gerald Trinkle
Chris Campbell
Travis Marvin
Eric Crowley
CUBS
Chad Wheat
Gary Pratt
Kevin Moore
David Testorff
John Katzer
Andrew Bradley
Darrell Graham
Mike Barker
Trevor Johnson
Landon Thompson
Dodgers
Chris Seymour
Josh Porter
Kevin Baker
Doug Albens
Ron Hartpence Jr
Robby Beach
Josh Ostmeyer
Jeremy Kay
Chad Owen
Ryan Curtis
Tony Sheler
METS
Chad Bloomer
Michael Milton
Jared Anderson
Jeremy Hendrickson
Carson Maxwell
Ryan Barnhart
Joshua Ratliff
Christopher Fawl
Jeremy Crump
Ben Prentice
Cqrioles
Casey Dobbs
Joey Kruger
Brent Dorsey
Marc Getty
Christopher Sloop
Jason Wolken
Jay Riddle
Shawn Crump
Mike Ferris
Brent Satterlee
Padres
Jarrod Symons
Tye Burgoon
Sam Zogg
Michael Kolody
Trinity Guyett
Brett Whitacre
Preston Fox
Christopher Crane
Chancy Riemer
Adam Wise
Christopher Taylor
Pirates
Aaron Fleischer
Jim Jackson
Gary Stevanus
Hayden McDaniel
Brandon Pelton
Brian Clark
Jason Booth
Timothy Wilson
Jeremy Marvin
Heath Duncan
Rangers
Matthew Pratt
Aaton Bristow
Jeff Garland
Travis Fritts
Kenneth Bienhoff
John Pratt
Chad Allan
Brian Lillie
Terry Brisman
William Burgoon
Yankees
Ben Thompson
Robert Hode
Raymond Cox
Dana Sutton
Kevin Hough
Jeremy Clevenger
Kelly Hambleton
Keith Johnson
Gabe Mace
Travis Potter
Darren McElfresh
Kansas lands 6-10 Marvin Branch in late signing shuffle
Marvin Branch a 6-foot-10 center from Barton County CC signed with Kansas after briefly joining Pittsburgh in the spring signing period. SWC officials note no athlete may sign two national letters in one period. Barton County coach Dan McGovern says Branch asked to be released and will play for Kansas under Larry Brown.
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Pittsburgh
Seurer Scheduled For Surgery
Kansas City Chiefs reserve quarterback Frank Seurer, a former Kansas KU star, would undergo surgery to reattach torn ligaments in his left ankle after a weekend automobile crash.
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OU to Host Open Division Cage Tournament in June 1920
Ottawa University announces a men's open division basketball tournament on the OU campus in June 1920. A $100 entry fee applies for a double elimination format, with trophies for first and second place. Officials provided by the Kansas Officials Association for games June 19. Entries due by June 1. Contact OU coach Steve Hill at 242-5200 for information.
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OHS Boosters Meet to Plan 1987-88 Athletics
The Cyclone Booster Club will hold an organizational meeting at 7 p.m. Thursday in Room 108 at Ottawa High School to plan activities for Ottawa High athletics during the 1987-88 school year. All interested in Ottawa High athletics are urged to attend.
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Optimist Club Scramble Sets May 31 Golf Meet
Ottawa Optimist Club sponsors a three man scramble at Osawatomie Golf Course on May 31 limited to 36 teams. Cash prizes awarded to top three teams across three flights. Entry is 45 dollars per team. tee times 7 30 to 10 am by calling Russ Testorff after 5 pm. Riding carts require advance reservation. Proceeds fund youth programs including junior golf.
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Co- Ed Coed Slow-Pitch Tournament in Pomona May 30 31
The Pology Scout will sponsor a six team co ed round robin slow pitch softball tournament in Pomona on May 30 31. Entry fee is 60 per team. For more information call 566 3704 or 566 3546.
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Local Soccer Team Finishes Second in Indoor League
The local soccer team lost 2-0 to Avila in the Johnson County Indoor Soccer League championship last Wednesday, finishing second with a 6 1 1 record. Standouts included Carl Spilker Mark Matthews Dusty Asbury Dana Nearmyer Parish Lucas and Darin Nearmyer.
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Parish Lucas
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Three Rivers Track Meet results show Crest strong in sprints
In the Three Rivers meet Crest leads multiple events with top finishes. Notable performers include Miller and Strickler in triple jump, Reichard and Lehmann in sprints, and Crest in relays and hurdles, with Marmaton Valley and Pleasanton also posting strong showings among girls divisions.
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