Williams Sisters Drawn in Opposite Wimbledon Halves
Wimbledon hosts an all-Belgian inspired field with Serena and Venus Williams placed on opposite halves. Hewitt benefits from Krajicek withdrawal, easing his path while Agassi faces a tough route through Safin Philippoussis and Clijsters potential quarterfinals amid Belgian challenge.
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Bullets face tougher road tests after home loss
Hartline and Jewett drove in runs as the Ballard Bullets lost to a sharp pitching effort. The team vows higher intensity on the road, with four day trips to Olney and Bourbonnais ahead and hopes for postseason berths in Houston or Orlando if qualified. Road trips promise better competition and bonding, while fielding errors remain a concern.
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Stone Creek eyed for state finals in Carbondale area golf event
Carbondale officials and SIU infrastructure could host a state girls golf tournament for 2003 with a three year commitment. Don Pippins and ex mayor Neil Dillard welcomed the bid while Mayor Brad Cole joined the effort. The project promises an economic boost with about 400 hotel rooms for contestants and coaches and may trigger a two class format post 2003.
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Nextel enters NASCAR sponsorships amid wireless tie ups
Anonymous NASCAR source says Nextel's entry will block other wireless brands while current sponsors Alltel and Cingular can stay. Team sponsor overlaps prompt caution from Richard Childress Racing. Experts see NASCAR growth potential in broader markets and the Winston rights implications.
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Buck Buck Book Review Highlights Jack Buck’s Poetry
Les Winkeler praises a book about Jack Buck noting strong writing and a poignant poem about a young boy in a wheelchair watching a Cardinals game. The piece emphasizes Buck’s warmth, his love of baseball, and the simple joy of playing with family.
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