Jackson to join SIU as practice partner this winter
6-5 guard Desmar Jackson transfers from Wyoming to Southern Illinois University Carbondale, sitting out 2011-12 per NCAA rules. He could add a high scoring and rebounding guard presence for SIU in 2012-13, joining a Salukis team that lacked double figure scorers last season. Jackson cited seeking a fresh start after Wyoming coaching changes and noted interest from several programs before choosing SIU.
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SECGEd to stay intact amid Goreville exit and 2012 shifts
Shawnee athletic director Mike Hanson says the South Egyptian Conference remains seven schools after Goreville leaves for the Black Diamond in 2011-12 with Cobden to depart in 2012. No merger or new joiners decided. the SEC may add a bye to its boys basketball tournament or drop it as the six-team target approaches in 2012-13.
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Turnaround time BY SCOTT MEES THE SOUTHERN MARION
Southern Illinois Miners outfielder Josh Womack, mired in a .200 slump, belted a leadoff triple in the ninth and scored on Kenji Sakaguchi’s sacrifice fly for a 2 1 victory over Normal, preserving a rare series win.
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Cardinals Dominate Phillies Behind Carpenter Homers
Chris Carpenter earned his first win since May 10 by seven solid innings as the St. Louis Cardinals cruised past the Philadelphia Phillies 12-2. Jon Jay and Lance Berkman homered to back the performance, with Carpenter striking out seven and walking one in the victory.
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Cavaliers select Kyrie Irving No 1 in draft
Kyrie Irving, from nearby Elizabeth New Jersey and St Patrick's High School, was chosen by the Cleveland Cavaliers as the No 1 pick in a draft noted for international players. The selection drew loud cheers from family and friends as the team eyes a rebuilding era with a healthy foot.
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