Blanks leads Texas comeback past Xavier in NCAA semifinal
Lance Blanks scored 26 of his 28 points in the second half as Texas erased a 57-41 deficit to beat Xavier 102-89 in the Midwest Regional semifinal at Reunion Arena. Joey Wright added 26 and Travis Mays 32 as Texas advances to face Arkansas in the regional final.
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Sweet 16 Regional Scores and Texas Upset
In the East and Southeast regions, Connecticut edged Glamson 71–70 while Duke defeated UCLA 90–81. In the Midwest, Texas outlasted Arkansas 102–69 as Mays and Blanks fueled the comeback with late baskets and strong free throws. Tyrone Hill praised Xavier’s defense while Texas receivers Wright and Mays led the scoring.
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Newsome to return as Browns tight end for 1990 season
Cleveland Browns star Ozzie Newsome confirms he will return for the 1990 season after talks with Lionel Taylor and a favorable end to 1989. Newsome, 34, holds NFL records for receptions by a tight end and expects greater pass involvement under new offensive coordinator Jim Shofner.
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Indians Begin Short Camp Amid Lockout Aftermath
The Indians join 25 major league teams at Hi Corbett Field in Tucson as spring training opens amid a shortened schedule. Cleveland manager John McNamara plans to pace pitchers and avoid rushing the staff, with rosters returning to 25 players and two new expansion teams eyed for future seasons.
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