Former Nets star buys pro lacrosse franchise
Former New Jersey Nets center Jayson Williams has purchased a National Lacrosse League team that will begin play next season based at the Continental Airlines Arena. Williams, a St John's alum, named the new club the New Jersey Storm in honor of his college team.
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Cortland Rolls Past Alfred In NYSWCAA Lacrosse Quarterfinals
Cortland seeded first in the NYSWCAA tournament defeated eighth seed Alfred 21 to 2 at Holloway Field. The Red Dragons, ranked 10th nationally in Division II, advance to face fifth seed Skidmire, which beat Rensselaer 18 to 7, in the semifinals at Hartwick College on Saturday at 2 30 p.m.
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Basketball Hall of Famer Ray Phillip Dies at 79
Hall of Fame guard Ray Phillip died at age 79 in Rancho Mirage California. He was a standout All American at Dainois and the first NBA player to record 500 assists in a season. Phillip starred for Illinois as part of the Whiz Kids era and helped the 1942 Big Ten title team.
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Le Moyne’s Steward Named MAAC Pitcher of the Week
Le Moyne College senior left-hander Jaime Steward earned MAAC Pitcher of the Week after a complete game 3-2 win over Canisius. He improved to 6-3 overall and 4-1 in conference with a 2.67 ERA, 16 wins, 54 innings pitched, and a .195 batting against this season.
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Texas catcher Van Rodriguez placed on 15 day DL
Texas catcher Van Rodriguez was placed on the 15 day disabled list Wednesday with a bruised heel. He said he would prefer to play through pain but acknowledged the two week setback and noted he hopes to be ready soon.
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Connolly Scores as U S Ties Sweden at World Championship
Jim Connolly of Baldwinsville scored for the United States as it tied Sweden 2-2 in Cologne. The U S moves into the second round with a 111 record and grows confidence. Next up are Finland Austria and Slovakia, last year’s runner-up.
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Derby favorite Point Given draws outside in Kentucky Derby
Derby field sets 127th Kentucky Derby post positions with Point Given the 5-1 favorite drawing No 17 outside. Songandaprayer No 1 rails, Balto Star No 3 and Congaree No 8 join fast rivals as pace sets the $1.3 million race at Churchill Downs in Louisville.
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Vernon Wells Embraces Star Status With Syracuse Chiefs
Vernon Wells reflects on a rising career with the Syracuse Chiefs, citing luck and opportunity amid media buzz. He compares himself to figures like Gary Cooper and notes satisfaction with his current role and future potential.
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SkyChiefs rally falls one run short in loss to Lyne
SkyChiefs faded late but nearly completed an 8-7 comeback against Ottawa Lyne at PEC Stadium. Down 8-2 after seven innings, the SkyChiefs won six of the previous seven in the homestand and showed signs of a potential breakout season.
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Sedlar finds footing after moving to Le Moyne College
Darko Sedlar left Croatia for a basketball scholarship in America and nine months later earned a Le Moyne College offer. The 6foot6 forward stayed with Syracuse recruit Craig Forth’s family as Columbia High School reached the Section 2 final, losing to Schenectady. His warmth helped him bond with new teammates even as his English grew.
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SU football player Ferrara collapses at bar
Syracuse University sophomore defensive tackle Christian Ferrara from North Caldwell New Jersey collapsed at 11:55 PM Tuesday in the 700 block of South Crouse Avenue and was treated at Crouse Hospital. A Crouse physician said Ferrara was not intoxicated. police closed the investigation with no charges.
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