Salukis eye return trip as 2005-06 season opens
SIU's men and women faced media in a rushed, hectic lead up to practice with Coach Bruce Weber and players emphasizing a fresh start. Kent Williams, Jermaine Dearman, Stetson Hairston, Darren Brooks, Brad Korn and Sylvester Willis return as SIU relays its championship mindset while warning a higher target on its back this season. Korn sums it up by stressing last year is gone and the team must prove itself again.
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Salukis face depth loss after Jabkiewicz exit
SIU coach Bruce Weber notes forward Jabkiewicz transfers out after redshirt season, removing depth in the paint as Levy Jones misses eligibility and competition among big men tightens. The team must manage minutes without the prior inside rotation and competition, affecting rotation depth.
Opp stays optimistic for women's season
Southern Illinois University head women's basketball coach Lori Opp spoke at the 17th Street Warehouse media day about the 2002-03 season. She described five new players, replacement for Holly Teague, Dana Pinkston joining from Southeastern Illinois, and veteran Molly McDowell as key leaders as SIU aims for a top four finish after finishing 10th last year.
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Angels rally past Twins for AL title series split
Darin Erstad and Brad Fullmer homered off Rick Reed as the Angels built a six run lead and held on to beat the Twins 6-3 in Minneapolis. Anaheim jumped to 4-0 by the second inning, aided by A.J. Pierzynski errors, then held off Minnesota rally to even the series at one game each. Brendon Donnelly and Francisco Rodriguez contributed in relief as Troy Percival closed out the win with a four-out save.
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Cardinals fall to Giants in high-scoring NLCS opener
In Busch Stadium the Giants beat the Cardinals 9 6 as Lofton sparked an early rally and Bonds combined with Santiago for multi run outs. Albert Pujols homered for St Louis as Cairo and Drew added key hits but San Francisco held the late push.
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Tigers Name Alan Trammell As Manager In Three Year Deal
Alan Trammell returns to Detroit as manager on a three year contract with a club option for a fourth. Tigers president Dave Dombrowski says performance and conduct matter more than popularity as Detroit seeks to end a nine year losing stretch after a 55-106 season. Trammell vows to restore tradition and heart to the franchise.
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Martin to start vs Raiders despite knee bruise
Rams coach Mike Martz says Jamie Martin will be the starter against the undefeated Oakland Raiders this weekend despite a bruised left knee that limited his practice. Martin missed time with a separated shoulder in preseason and has had limited preparation, with practice decisions to be clarified after Thursday.
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Avalanche and Stars skate to 1-1 season opener tie
In Denver, Radim Vrbata tied the game for Colorado in the third period as the Avalanche and Dallas Stars opened the NHL season 1-1. Niko Kapanen opened the scoring for Dallas, Turco made 40 saves, Roy 24, and Jason Arnott left injured in the first period.
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