Washburn to require drug tests for athletes
Washburn University in Topeka announced a mandatory drug testing program for all athletes after an internal inquiry found steroid use likely occurred over the years. Interim president Robert L. Burns said the university will expand testing, education, and reporting, with coaches and the faculty athletic committee gaining stronger oversight. Bru ce Lane's death prompted the probe. autopsy cited epilepsy as the cause, with steroids not found in his body.
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Pippen Foot Injury Threatens Bulls In Pistons Clash
Chicago faces a pivotal NBA playoff game with Scottie Pippen's bruised left foot listed as questionable after a late third quarter injury in a 100-91 loss to Detroit. Doug Collins, nursing strep throat, hopes Pippen can play. if not, coach Phil Jackson must improvise on guard assignments against Bill Laimbeer as Michael Jordan recovers from flu-like symptoms.
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Johnsons duel on Suns Lakers in West finals clash
In a suns versus Lakers playoff showdown the two Johnsons Eddie and Kevin face Magic Johnson as Los Angeles leads Phoenix 2-0 in a best of seven Western Conference finals Game 3 at Arizona Veterans Memorial Coliseum. Kevin Johnson battled fatigue and turnovers while Eddie Johnson struggled with his shooting.
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Slaught drives Yankees past Angels behind clutch double
Don Slaught collected four hits including a tiebreaking seventh inning double as the New York Yankees defeated the California Angels 8-6 at Yankee Stadium. Slaught’s mother battled cancer, recently having a kidney removed, prompting emotional support from the catcher after the game. Barfield, Pagliarulo and Mattingly homered, lifting NY to 14 hits. Tommy John pitched 5 1/3 innings for his 700th start, winless in five since April 17. In the NL, Montreal beat San Francisco 2-0 and other results listed.
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Mears Emphasizes Pace Advantage At Indy Pole
Rick Mears, the pole sitter for Sundays Indianapolis 500, says leading from the front is about pacing and safety. He notes high speeds in practice and qualifying, but cautions that race outcomes remain uncertain amid tight competition and past mishaps.
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Flames win Stanley Cup in Montreal Forum. first by Calgary
Calgary defeats Montreal 4 2 in six games to take the Stanley Cup, ending the Canadiens 24 title bid. Al MacInnis earns Conn Smythe, Joe Mullen leads playoff goals, Lanny McDonald hints at retirement after a historic victory. Mike Vernon shines in net as Flames defend the lead.
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