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Published on Thu, 11/14/2019 - 4:37pm

Wiseman withdraws lawsuit, Memphis works on eligibility

MEMPHIS, Tenn. (AP) — Freshman James Wiseman has withdrawn his lawsuit against the NCAA and Memphis, and the university has declared him ineligible while officials work to resolve the case.

The university announced Wiseman’s decision Thursday morning.

Memphis says it supports Wiseman’s decision and believes it’s in the best interest of both the freshman and the Tigers’ basketball team to resolve his eligibility status through the NCAA process.

Local saddle bronc rider heading to Junior World Finals

Published on Wed, 11/13/2019 - 4:28pm
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When Paul Allyn O’Hair, 14, of Livingston, first told his parents he wanted to “ride something that bucks,” they had no idea how impactful that desire would be. 

Now, after four seasons of rodeo competition, Paul Allyn is gearing up for his third appearance at the Junior Roughstock World Finals next month. The event is held in conjunction with the Pro Rodeo Cowboys Association (PRCA) National Finals Rodeo (NFR) in Las Vegas from Dec. 5 to Dec. 9.  Paul Allyn is just one of 24 competitors from around the world to qualify in his age group. 

Evansville stuns No. 1 Kentucky at Rupp Arena, 67-64

Published on Wed, 11/13/2019 - 4:26pm
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LEXINGTON, Ky. (AP) — Evansville showed no fear either of Kentucky or venerable Rupp Arena, where the Wildcats had been perfect at ruining visitors’ dreams of pulling off the seemingly impossible.

Until Tuesday night.

Not only did the Purple Aces deal No. 1 Kentucky a stunning 67-64 upset, they beat the bigger, stronger Wildcats at their own game. When it was over, players, coaches and their fans whooped it up in a corner of the famed court, making sure they savored every bit of a momentous victory.

Kaepernick plans to audition for NFL teams on Saturday in Atlanta

Published on Wed, 11/13/2019 - 4:25pm
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Colin Kaepernick plans to audition for NFL teams on Saturday in a private workout arranged by the league to be held in Atlanta.

The exiled former Pro Bowl quarterback posted on Twitter: “I’m just getting word from my representatives that the NFL league office reached out to them about a workout in Atlanta on Saturday. I’ve been in shape and ready for this for 3 years, can’t wait to see the head coaches and GMs on Saturday.”

The NFL hasn’t confirmed Kaepernick’s workout details.

SPORTS SHORTS

Published on Wed, 11/13/2019 - 4:22pm

La Russa joins Angels as senior adviser for baseball ops

ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — Tony La Russa has been hired by the Los Angeles Angels as senior adviser for baseball operations.

Angels general manager Billy Eppler said Tuesday that La Russa will assist in all areas, including evaluations of players and minor-league development. La Russa recently was with the Boston Red Sox for two seasons as a vice president and special assistant to their president of baseball operations.

White shines as Bulls beat Knicks 120-102

Published on Wed, 11/13/2019 - 4:22pm

CHICAGO (AP) — Coby White waited as Roy Williams walked up the court. Williams playfully bowed in front of his former guard and then gave him a hug before taking off.

It was White’s night, and a beaming Williams loved every moment.

White made a franchise-record seven 3-pointers in the fourth quarter, and the Chicago Bulls pulled away from the slumping New York Knicks for a 120-102 victory Tuesday.

“I had been shooting it bad, so it was good to see that first one fall,” White said. “Then I just got into a good rhythm.”

No kidding.

MLB checking into report ’17 Astros stole signs

Published on Wed, 11/13/2019 - 4:21pm

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. (AP) — Major League Baseball has expanded its investigation into the Houston Astros after The Athletic website reported the team stole signs during home games in 2017 by using a camera positioned in center field.

The report Tuesday quoted pitcher Mike Fiers, who played for the Astros that season, and three other unidentified people with the club. The Astros won the World Series that year — two sources told The Athletic that Houston used the system into the playoffs while another source said the system ended before the postseason.

Park’s Moore, Stenseth named All-State

Published on Tue, 11/12/2019 - 3:32pm
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Two Park soccer players were named to the MHSA Class A All-State teams this week. Senior defender Arden Moore and junior forward Tristan Stenseth both received the All-State honors, and a handful of other players were named to the Class A-East All-Conference teams. 

FOOTBALL CONTEST

Published on Tue, 11/12/2019 - 3:27pm

Anita Crane took first place in the Enterprise Weekly Football Contest this week. Stan Coon placed second. 

Crane missed just three picks and was just two points off with her tiebreaker guess. 

Coon missed four picks and was just one point off the tiebreaker. 

Seahawks knock 49ers from unbeaten ranks with 27-24 OT win on Myers kick

Published on Tue, 11/12/2019 - 3:26pm
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SANTA CLARA, Calif. (AP) — Russell Wilson high-stepped his way down the sideline before hugging coach Pete Carroll after Jason Myers’ kick split the uprights.

After a wild overtime that featured a rare Wilson interception, a missed field goal by San Francisco and a questionable decision from 49ers coach Kyle Shanahan, the Seahawks had knocked the Niners from the ranks of the unbeaten and made sure the NFC West would remain tight down the stretch.