Bobby Valentine Named Red Sox Manager for 2012
The Red Sox announced Bobby Valentine as manager to replace Terry Francona. Valen tine, 61, will be introduced at Fenway Park and vows disciplined, structured leadership to end a culture of lax clubhouse behavior. Former Mets manager Omar Minaya says Valentine will demand professionalism while being a players manager.
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Texas Tech ends bowl streak after 0-5 slide
Texas Tech finishes 5-7 after a 66-42 loss to Baylor, tying a record for points allowed and snapping an 18-year bowl streak. Coach Tommy Tuberville says the defense failed and the program must recruit. Backup QB Jacob Karam transfers while Seth Doege is expected back next year.
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Woods returns to form hints in wind heavy swing lessons
Tiger Woods edges toward improvement after strong Australian Open results and a solid Presidents Cup showing. Windier conditions tested his swing but he demonstrated better trajectory control and comfort in blustery wind as he prepares for the Chevron World Challenge at Sherwood.
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