Robertson works magic for Vikings
Cleveland State coach Kevin Mackey lauds Kenny Robertson after he led the Vikings to an 85-61 victory over Western Illinois. Robertson started, scoring 11 points in 19 minutes, adding five steals and a block while applying relentless defensive pressure cited as pivotal to the win.
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OSU on stride for NCAA tourney berth after big Spartans win
Ohio State defeated Michigan State 90 to 72 to move to 15-8 overall and 6-5 in the Big Ten, with Dennis Hopson returning to form for the Buckeyes. Coach Gary Williams says 17 or 18 wins should secure a bid as OSU eyes Wisconsin and Northwestern on the road later in the week.
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Niekro and Bando reach Cleveland Indians contracts
Cleveland signs Phil Niekro to 500000 guaranteed for the season and catcher Chris Bando to 305000 after arbitration talks. Niekro, who turns 48, went 11-11 last year and pitched 210 1-3 innings. The team also has four other arbitration cases pending and notes Dempsey’s arrival affected Bando’s leverage.
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Minnich rolls second career 300 in quiet win
Wellington bowler Kevin Minnich, 24, at Strikeout Lanes, started with seven strikes, then followed with a 300 in a middle game and a 173 finale. He finished with a 719 series while reflecting on luck and nerves under pressure. His father Frank owns the lanes in LaGrange.
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Panthers face Holy Name after 60 58 loss to Green Wave
Elyria Catholic seeks revenge tonight in Parma Heights as Bob Guinta warns his squad to tighten defense and free throw performance after a 60 to 58 setback at Holy Name earlier this season. Tylicki scored 23 for Holy Name, exposing EC under the basket while EC led 30 17 at one point.
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Jordan era begins as All-Star frame lifts the game
Michael Jordan soars in a slam dunk display as Julius Erving ends an era at the NBA All-Star Game. The East leads late with a vintage jump shot by Erving, while Jordan dazzles with a legendary air display and playful confirmation that he could fly for a moment.
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No. 1 Oberlin Is Next for West
Elyria West, after an 84-68 loss to Brookside, travels to top ranked Oberlin. Coach Ken Oblak says Oberlin’s rebounding pressure defense and half court offense make them very tough. Oberlin beat Mansfield Malabar 86-60, showing discipline and speed.
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