Hornets GM Bob Bass retires after long career
New Orleans general manager Bob Bass announces retirement ending a 36 year run in the ABA and NBA. The Hornets, eliminated by the Heat in game seven, face a reshaped team next season as changes are expected across the organization. Hornets owner George Shinn praised Bass as a highly knowledgeable basketball mind.
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Gudinas Triumphs Despite Injury In SIU Feature
Racquetball legend Gudinas, playing at SIU, has endured a left heel injury since September that has slowed her mobility and sharpened her approach in recent matches. She remains atop the LPRA standings, noting no current women’s pro tournament she hasn’t won.
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Du Quoin Triumph Over Tornadoes In Late Thriller
Du Quoin edged out the Tornadoes 4 3 as Prosise plated the tying run in the bottom of the seventh before a crucial miscue on a pickoff ended the rally. Jaroski balanced a sharp curveball with a fastball to hold the Indians in the game and seal the win.
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Lowery eyes continued buildup at SIU with strong returning core
SIU coach Lowery plans to keep building on recent success as Darren Brooks returns to lead a mix of veterans Stetson Hairston LaMar Owen and Josh Warren with a talented, youthful supporting cast. He notes strong ties to Saluki players and a road-heavy schedule ahead as the program remains highly touted in the Missouri Valley.
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Zinzilieta and Faulkner win Gateway event at Stone Creek
From Makanda and Rend Lake golf clubs, Craig Zinzilieta and Mark Faulkner posted a two day total of 133 to win the Gateway PGA event at Stone Creek Golf Club this week, finishing one shot ahead of Mike Murphy and Scott Bess. Britt Pavelonis and Bobby Pavelonis tied for third with 135, while Terry Schwab and Nash Haxel tied for third as well. In Carbondale, an informational meeting for Murphysboro Post 127 baseball team tryouts is set for May 8 at 2 p.m. at Murphysboro High School. call Butch Brasel at (618) 687-4347. In Steeleville, Gerald Thies bowled a 300 at the Steeleville American Legion Bowling Lanes on April 29, his first. He also rolled a 706 series.
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