OSU Hires O'Brien Aims For Stability Over Sparks
Ohio State selects Jim O'Brien as head coach focusing on a sound program. Athletic director Andy Geiger says the plan is steady progress and winning games will boost attendance, with O'Brien praised as a trustworthy teacher and builder rather than a flashy recruiter. He was third on the AD's list behind Clemson's Rick Barnes and Tubby Smith.
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Indians fall as Athletics rally at Oakland Coliseum
Oakland rallies past Cleveland 54 at the Coliseum after Indians pitchers issue 11 walks led by Orel Hershiser who lasts four innings. Lack of control and a misplayed fundamental contribute to a poor showing in the season’s second game.
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McGwire fuels A s rally with two homers in series
Indians battle Angels as Colon faces Watson in Anaheim. McGwire goes 3 for 4 with two doubles a homer and five RBIs in two games while Hershiser vents about windy conditions and poor grip. Kevin Mitchell lauds McGwire as spark for Oakland.
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Nicklaus shoots 67 in chilly Tradition debut round
Jack Nicklaus, designer of the Tradition course, opens with a 67 as senior players start the major in Scottsdale. He battles arthritis and record-cold conditions while others rally on the Desert Mountain Cochise Course. Simon Hobday leads early after a late surge.
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Buckeye women hire Beth Burns as coach
Ohio State appoints Beth Burns from San Diego State as the new head coach of the women's basketball program. Sports information director Steve Snapp confirmed the selection and said Burns would be introduced at an afternoon news conference at the Fawcett Center. Burns could not be reached for comment while SDSU spokesman Ed Spiker said she was en route to Columbus for the event.
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