Mark Martin softens image amid title chase at Martinsville
Mark Martin, 50, projects optimism as he seeks his first NASCAR championship with Hendrick Motorsports. He credits improved energy and a kinder outlook while rival Jimmie Johnson edges ahead by 118 points with four races left. Martin relishes Talladega as potential equalizer and reflects on past near-misses and a controversial 1990 penalty. Gordon and Johnson acknowledge the intense pursuit and root for Martin’s storyline.
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Freeman to Start for Buccaneers After London Debacle
Tampa Bay named rookie Josh Freeman starter after his NFL debut in London. Freeman, 21, was the 17th overall pick, played two fourth quarter series in a 35-7 loss to the Patriots, while coach Raheem Morris said he will not rush the quarterback’s development and will prepare him to win.
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OU Men Win Soccer Match in Second Half Surge
Nguyen scored two minutes into the second half off a Walton feed to spark a 3-0 lead as Allison added his second goal. Ottawa improved to 7-10 overall and 5-3 in league play. The regular season ends Saturday in Leavenworth versus the University of Saint Mary.
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Chiefs suspend Johnson over derogatory tweet incident
Kansas City Chiefs announce the suspension of Dwayne Johnson after posting a slur on Twitter following a 37 7 home loss to the Chargers. The club cites conduct detrimental to the organization and offers no further comment. Johnson, who turns 30 soon, issued an apology a day earlier and has a history of prior disciplinary actions including benching in 2008 and a suspension by Commissioner Goodell.
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Central Heights Volleyball Heads to 3A State Tourney
The Central Heights High School volleyball team advances to the 3A State Volleyball Tournament in Salina on Friday. Team roster includes Karly Schulte Jessica Smith Katelyn Reece Casey Droddy Maggie Cotter Cecilia Wuertz Samantha Hayward Marissa Cox Katelin Horstick and Shelby Droddy.
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Thursday high school football schedule across Kansas
The scoreboard lists seven Thursday games at 7 pm with Anderson County visiting Iola, Central Heights at Burlington, West Franklin at Wellsville, Ferday riwing Gardner at Ottawa. State volleyball features Central Heights against Atchison County Community at 9:30 am and multiple matchups later. College actions include Kansas Wesleyan at Ottawa at 2 pm, Ottawa hosting Saint Mary at 1 30 pm and Friends at 1 pm, plus a State cross country meet at Wamego for 3A–4A.
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NASCAR 2009 Sprint Cup Schedule and Standings
The 2009 schedule lists races from Oct 17 to Nov 22 at Concord Martinsville Talladega Fort Worth Avondale and Homestead with driver standings led by Jimmie Johnson 6098 points and progressing through Mark Martin Jeff Gordon Tony Stewart Juan Pablo Montoya Kurt Busch Ryan Newman Greg Biffle Denny Hamlin and Carl Edwards.
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Ottawa Lady Braves move to fifth after 3-0 win over Wesleyan
Ottawa University volleyball beat Kansas Wesleyan 3-0 at Wilson Field House to climb back into fifth place in the KCAC. The 29-27 25-15 25-21 victory, coupled with McPherson’s Saint Mary loss, gives Ottawa a one‑match edge at 7-8 in ECAC play as seniors Reynolds Scott and Falkenstien played their final regular season home game. Ottawa finishes the regular season on the road at Friends and Bethany.
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Bergan stresses growth and off season work for senior football
Senior players face high expectations as Bergan notes the program's excitement and the need to boost participation. He emphasizes that football matters to many students, the season is short, and off season preparation is vital. Mast can be reached at sports ottawaherald.com.
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