Agassi Edges Blake In Five At U S Open Semifinal
Andre Agassi, 35, outlasted James Blake in a dramatic five set thriller at Arthur Ashe Stadium to reach the U S Open semifinals. The American legend trailed two sets and a break before storming back, claiming a 3-6 3-6 6-3 6-3 7-6(6) victory in a match that shocked the crowd. Blake, who endured personal hardship and a fierce challenge from Agassi, praised his rival's late surge as the crowd remained spellbound past 1:00 a m.
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Andre Agassi
James Blake
Agassi
Jimmy Connors
Blake
Arthur Ashe
Connors
Bobby Ginepri
Ginepri
Guillermo Coria
Elena Dementieva
Lindsay Davenport
Jimmy
Resurrection
U.S
James
Rome
Andre
Surtain relieved as father rescued from Katrina floodwaters
Abed Surtain, stranded in New Orleans amid Katrina chaos, was plucked by helicopter and later bused to Houston. Patrick Surtain and coach Dick Vermeil voiced relief, noting Abed’s stubborn yet stoic determination. The family, shaken by loss in the flooded city, prayed for all involved. Abed’s home was destroyed and football now takes a backseat to safety and recovery.
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Alred Surtain
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Patrick Surtain
Houston
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Chiefs
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Sartain
Patrick
Abed
Dick Vermeil
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Abed Surtain
Edwards N Y Jets hire Herman as general manager and face season opener
Jets coach Edwards and longtime friend Peterson discuss bringing Herman aboard as GM. Edwards cites playoff runs and a season opener at Arrowhead as the focal point, while Peterson notes a rare pregame dinner with the opposing head coach before Sunday’s noon kickoff.
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Herman
Peterson
Terry
Chiefs
Edwards
Bruce tops yardage list in Rams opener
Bruce enjoys top active receiving yardage after Jerry Rice retires. Entering his 12th Rams season, Bruce posted 89 catches for 14.5 yards and six TDs last year and aims to move up the NFL career list, needing 82 yards to reach 12th and 153 to pass Irvin.
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ST. Louis
Isaac Bruce
Los Angeles
Jerry Rice
Bruce
Rams
West Coast
Memphis
San Francisco
Don Maynard
Michael Irvin
Ottawa Braves open season with Community Day at Cook Field
The Ottawa University football team kicks off against Saint Mary at 1:30 p.m. Saturday on Community Day. OU donates $1 per ticket to Hope House and accepts non-perishable food items. Concessions feature Dollar Day with drinks and hot dogs at $1. Also reported: Ottawa Country Club women’s golf morning winners Carol Brown and Ginny Lancaster. evening winners Judy Cates and Kathy Domnanish. Hickory Hollow scramble night saw Gary Cole’s squad win. Cole closest to pin No. 7. teammates Howard Jacob, Jim Worley, Ron Early, and Jim Hepner posted minus five. Bob Haas closest to pin No. 3.
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Ottawa University
Cook Field
Braves
Saint Mary
Hope House
Carol Brown
Ginny Lancaster
Ottawa Country Club
Judy Cates
Kathy Domnanish
Gary Cole
Hickory Hollow
Howard Jacob
Jim Worley
Ron Early
Jim Hepner
Bob Haas
Central Heights volleyball drops three at home
The Vikings fell to Jayhawk Linn Marmaton Valley and Pomona in a Tuesday tri meet. Central Heights had 17 aces against Jayhawk Linn with Jessica Hunter supplying five aces while Elli Ouellette added three kills against Pomona.
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Vikings
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Pomona
Marmaton Valley
Jessica Hunter
Elli Ouellette
Kickball Tournament Set in Wellsville
The Midwest Sports Club sponsors a coed kickball tournament on September 17 at Wellsville Saddle Club Park. Entry is 75 dollars for the first eight teams. to enter, contact Jeanette Selk at 785-242-6342.
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Wellsville
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Midwest Sports Club
Wellsville Saddle Club
Jeanette Selk
Kyle Busch youngest winner in NASCAR top series
In 2005 Kyle Busch, then 20, won at California Speedway to become the youngest NASCAR top series winner by four days. His older brother Kurt warned rivals in 2001 that Kyle would be the best in the family, and Kyle’s rapid rise included ARCA and Busch Series success before his Cup debut with Hendrick Motorsports.
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Roush Racing
Kyle
Jack Roush
Busch
Las Vegas
American Speed Association
Hendrick Motorsports
California Speedway
Rick Hendrick
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