Family first ethics clash with players’ duties
Ron Cook argues modern athletes increasingly prioritize family events over games and team duties. He cites Plaxico Burress, Raul Mondesi, Joe Torre, David Williams, Vince Carter, Roger Clemens, Manny Ramirez, and others, noting mixed judgments and calls for accountability.
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Gardner Eyes One More Day For Olympic Wrestling Return
In Indianapolis Rulon Gardner, nursing a dislocated wrist, wins two challenge bouts at the U S trials and advances to a rematch with Dremiel Byers for a spot at Athens. Cael Sanderson, Stefanie Shaw, and Sammy Henson also shine as top contenders press toward finals.
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Mayweather dominates Corley in Atlantic City win
WBC lightweight champion Floyd Mayweather Jr. overwhelmed DeMarcus Corley at Boardwalk Hall, improving to 32-0 with a 12 round unanimous decision. Judges scored 119-107, 119-108, 118-108. Mayweather hinted at a fall showdown with Arturo Gatti or a potential pay per view with Paul Spadafora.
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Jones doubles in 100 and long jump at Carson meet
Mari Jones won the 100 meters in 10.99 and the long jump at 23 feet 4% inches with a 10 mph tailwind at the Home Depot Invitational in Carson. Maurice Greene won the men's 100 in 9.86 with similar wind. Jones faces ongoing BALCO questions, testifies before a grand jury, and seeks USADA review of her samples.
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