Kansas ticket scam leads to charges against five former KU staff
Federal prosecutors charged five former University of Kansas employees with conspiring to steal more than two million dollars in athletic event tickets over five years. Chief accused is Charlotte Blubaugh, who ran the ticket office, along with her husband and three other former officials. They face December court appearances. two other ex-staffers already pleaded guilty. The university cooperates and notes the investigation could reveal additional details.
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Braves unleash three-prong attack in playoff bid
Ottawa University’s No. 8 Braves own a balanced offense and stingy defense as they prepare for a Saturday playoff game against Marian. Coach Kent Kessinger lauds four-man fronts, speed matchups, and improved takeaways while noting the program’s back-to-back playoff appearances for the first time in history.
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Kitna to Bryant shines as Cowboys rising duo
Irving Texas AP Jon Kitna explains the link with rookie Dez Bryant, praising their on field chemistry and Bryant's breakout numbers. Bryant, sidelined preseason by ankle issues, has 23 receptions 328 yards and four TDs over four games, leading rookie receivers in several categories.
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Overtime rules cited as playoff experiment in NFL matches
AP writer Barry Wilner notes fans crave consistency as NFL experiments overtime rules for playoffs granting both teams a possession after a kickoff field goal. He cites Jets at Detroit and Baltimore's 37 34 victory, illustrating the suspenseful, extended play across 13 OT games this season.
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