Congress probe hints at deeper NCAA issues surface
In Washington lawmakers hear that NCAA investigations reveal systemic flaws. Michigan State and Mississippi State officials testify about alleged violations, due process concerns, and aggressive inquiry tactics by NCAA executive David Berst. Lawmakers vow further hearings and possible reforms.
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Kansas Beats Colorado in Big Eight Opener
Kansas Jayhawks defeated Colorado 82-66 to open the Big Eight tournament, improving to 24-3. Coach Ted Owens criticized turnovers and ragged play in the first half and Kansas faces Kansas State in the semifinals on Friday. Other Big Eight results include Missouri edging Iowa State 65-63 and Nebraska beating Oklahoma State 71-63.
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Red Sox Twins Rangers Signings and Trade Report
Boston Red Sox sign John Poloni and Rich Waller as pitchers. Minnesota Twins sign Dale Soderholm as infielder and Johnny Sutton as pitcher. Texas Rangers trade David Clyde and Willie Horton to the Cleveland Indians for John Lowenstein and Tom Buskey.
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West Texas fires basketball coach Ron Ekker
West Texas State moved to search for a new basketball coach after firing Ron Ekker, who led the Buffaloes for five seasons and earned MVC Coach of the Year honors two years ago. The 8-19 record this season followed a 90-71 first round loss to Indiana State in the MVC tournament. Athletic Director Dietz said the program will pursue a unified approach and that Ekker’s contract through Aug 31 will not be renewed. Ekker declined comment on the dismissal.
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