Blackhawks and Sabres battle to 1-1 draw on late goals
In Buffalo, Miroslav Satan tipped home a Ales Kotalik pass with 13.7 seconds left to force a 1-1 tie with the Chicago Blackhawks. Alexei Zhamnov’s penalty shot beat Martin Biron earlier as Chicago’s rally fell short. Jocelyn Thibault stopped 26 for the Hawks. Buffalo earned a point in its fourth of five, while Chicago saw its three-game win streak end.
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Mercer Paces Pacers Past Nuggets In 94 72 Win
Indiana beat Denver 94 72 as Ron Mercer led with 19 points and Austin Croshere added 17 in a rebound win after a prior loss. Isiah Thomas noted the team tiredness before returning home.
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Minnesota routs Fairleigh Dickinson to stay unbeaten at home
Minnesota Golden Gophers crash Fairleigh Dickinson 104-66 as Michael Bauer hits 14 of 26 in the first half and goes 8-for-8 from the floor with six 3s. Rick Rickert contributed in the win as Minnesota improves to 6-1. Iowa State tops Iowa 73-69 in Iowa City with Jackson Vroman converting a late three-point play to seal the game.
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Weather forces six area prep basketball game cancellations
CARBONDALE Friday snow and rain forced six high school games to be canceled with five boys games postponed. The SIRR Ohio clash Murphysboro versus Harrisburg and the SIRR Mississippi matchup Anna Jonesboro versus Du Quoin were among those called off along with two SEC games Cobden at Goreville and Shawnee at Century. Okanville at Trico and Hardin County at Cobden for girls were also canceled. Makeup dates will be announced later.
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NCAA sanctions warn against unsportsmanlike conduct after brawl
The NCAA reprimanded several players from Western Kentucky Western Illinois and Hilltoppers for conduct during last Saturday’s incident at the Division I-AA Football Championship. Chairman Joe Sterrett called the event disgraceful and said actions were needed to protect the championship and the sport. Western Illinois coach Don Patterson voiced regret and commitment to teaching student athletes to respect opponents.
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Willis Keeps Clowning While SIU Rises As Player Improves
SIU guard Willis blends humor with growing scoring ability and strong defense. Coach Bruce Weber notes his witty, sometimes brash humor yet praises his on court development and leadership as the Salukis push toward an NCAA bid. Willis recalls late-blooming path from Thornwood to college and his evolving role on a team with shared living space and camaraderie.
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UIC Faces Flames on Road as Salukis Set to Finish 20-14
Weber warns about a tough Flames squad led by Martell Bailey and Aaron Carr as UIC starts a senior and four juniors lineup. SIU aims to disrupt Weber’s aggressive man to man defense while pressuring guards and forcing turnovers after a recent 85-56 victory over Murray State.
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Pursell Signs to Play Softball for Saint Louis
Pinckneyville star Pursell signs with Saint Louis University after a standout high school career. The athlete, a natural left handed hitter, projects as a second baseman or outfielder in college and helped teams win through strong defense and baserunning. Pursell posted .386 with 35 steals as a freshman, batted .333 with a homer as a junior, and has earned first team All-SIRR Mississippi Division and All-State honors while competing for Summer travel teams and Pinckneyville volleyball and basketball.
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