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Quick Looks
Tuesday April 25,2000
HOROSCOPES
Today's Birthday [April 25]. Reach out and make a friend far away. Don't let your old fears block a new relationship in April. Use experience as your guide, not your inhibitor, in May. The material you study in July could help you achieve a big goal. Save part of September for romance. Recycle in December and save a lot. Travel in January's plagued by little annoyances. Gossip helps you win the prize in February but keep what you hear to yourself in March.
Taurus: Today is a 5.
To get the advantage, check the day's rating: 10 is the easiest day, 0 the most challenging.
Gemini; Today is a 5.
You're sharp and confident. You may not feel like you can speak freely, though. Well, that's just your natural instincts protects you again. Being polite is important. The other person has a slight advantage. So, stifle if you can.
Are you worrying about money again? By tomorrow, you should just about have this matter resolved. Meanwhile, do the homework. Make sure you're getting the best deal. Although this task may be frustrating, it's sure not time wasted!
Cancer: Today is a 5.
You could be in an argument with a mate or partner. If so, you're probably upset because you can't get your万亩 across. Time to call in an objective third party. An older person can help you both find a way around your dilemma.
Leo: Today is a 6.
You're so busy today, you'll hardly have time to eat lunch! Don't make any personal calls from your workstation, either. Others are under even more pressure than you are. So, no jokes around the water cooler, even if it is break-time!
Virgo: Today is a 9.
So, maybe you can't afford something you'd like. Don't worry! You're lucky in love, with children, and even in education and publishing. Don't wait; act now. Develop your talents, and you may get that special item after all.
Libra: Today is a 7.
Scorpio: Today is a 7.
Sagittarius: Today is a 7.
You're learning from an older person. This could be a partner or an expert, possibly even your mate. This condition is going to continue through the end of the month, so get used to it. Let the other person take the helm. You can be the navigator.
Capricorn: Today is an 8.
A lot of work needs to be done, and a lot of money can be made. You may have to revise your routine to adapt. If you're used to crank out one widget an hour, think of a way to crank out 100 instead. The market's there; exploit it!
Aquarius: Today is a 5.
You have to deal with a hassle, but don't let it get you down. Once you and this other person make up, the rest of the day should be easy. You don't have to agree with another person in order to love them.
You're going to be quite busy, hopefully not clear ing up messes. You like to be good at everything, but that's not always possible. You may be in one of those difficult learning phases now. Keep doing the homework, and it'll get easier. Tomorrow.
Pisces: Today is a 7.
You and a group of people can accomplish quite a bit together. If you're part of a class or committee, help them all stay on track. If you're short of funds, don't worry. Let that be your motivation to try something creative.
Aries: Today is a 6.
You could run into a hassle, which might be a conflict with an older person, possibly about money. You can eventually prevail, stick to your position. Have the facts at your fingertips, too.
CORRECTIONS
In last Thursday's Kansan, heptathlete Erika Hamel was incorrectly identified in a photo as Ashley Pyle.
In yesterday's Kansan, runner Kevin McGinn was incorrectly labeled as a decathlete. He is a middle-distance runner who was competing in the distance-medial relay.
KANSAS GOLF
HUTCHINSON — Defending Big 12 Tournament champion Kansas is second behind Oklahoma State in the Big 12 Championships in Hutchinson.
'Hawks second after two rounds at Big 12
Oklahoma State shot a Big 12 Tournament record two-round score of 559 after the first 36 holes of the Big 12 Men's Golf Championship. Kansas shot a 569, and Texas is close behind with a 572.
Note: Horoscopes have no basis in scientific fact and should be read for entertainment purposes only.
Kansas senior Ryan Vermeer is tied for third individually after shooting a 140. Oklahoma State's second-round score of 272 also set a Big 12
Tournament record for one round, bettering the previous mark of 279 by Texas in last year's third round. The two-round score of 559 broke the record of 570 set by Kansas last year
Individually, Oklahoma State junior Charles Howell leads the pack with a Big 12 Tournament record 132, after shooting a 66 in both rounds. His two-round score is three strokes better than the previous Big 12 Tournament record of 135 recorded by the Cowboys' Leif Westerberg in 1997 (67-68).
Howell's 66s tied the Big 12 Tournament record for a one-round score first set by Colorado's Matt Call in the 1999 third round.
Texas & A&M's Sean Gillian is second with a 137. Bryan Milberger of
Kansas State and Edward Loar of Oklahoma State are tied with Vermeer for third at 140.
— Kansan staff report
COLLEGE BASKETBALL
The tournament concludes today with the final 18 holes.
Promising transfer to develop at Tulsa
TULSA, Okla. — Tulsa coach Bill Self announced the signed yesterday of big-bodied transfer Emral Kugo, saying he expects the 6-foot-10, 270-pound center to give the team an immediate boost.
Kuqo helped lead his college team to a 19-11 record. He has three years of eligibility with the Hurricane
Kugo, a native of Tirana, Albania, averaged 15 points and 9.4 rebounds per game as a freshman at Fort Scott Community College last season. He also shot 58 percent from the field and 38 percent from 3-point range before sitting out the final three games of the season with a knee injury.
His father, Robert, played basketball in Albania and is known as one of the country's greatest players. The elder Kugo averaged more than 30 points per game in his career. Self needed a replacement for Kurtz, a senior this year. The coach said the addition of Kupo, the emergence of sophomore DeAngelo McDaniel late in the season and incoming freshman J.T. Ivie puts the team's pivot position in excellent shape for the future.
"E.K. has great potential," Self said.
"He is big and skilled, very similar to Brandon (Kurtz) in skill level, but is stronger and has a bigger body."
Kupo, pronounced KU-cho, chose Tulsa rather than Auburn, Arizona, Dayton and Oklahoma, in part because of Tulsa's success in the NCAA tournament this year, Self said.
Syracuse assistant will coach at Siena
LOUDONVILLE, N.Y. — Louis Orr, an assistant coach at Syracuse, replaced Paul Hewitt as Siena's men's basketball coach yesterday, the Albany Times Union reported. Orr would not confirm Sunday that he had accepted the job, and Siena officials, including athletics director John D'Argenio, made no public comment. "I know there's a press conference at 1 p.'nick" Orr said.
Orr was offered the job late Thursday, only a few hours after O'Hanlon turned it down. Orr's agent, Dennis Coleman, convinced Siena to increase its original offer, according to a source who knows Coleman.
Chiefs give contracts to two new players
KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Cornerback Wasswa Serwanga, who spent last season with the San Francisco 49ers, has agreed to a two-year contract with the Kansas City Chiefs.
According to yesterday's Albany Times-Union, Orr accepted a fiveyear deal worth $140,000 annually, said to be a $20,000 annual increase rather than an offer declined last week by Lafayette coach Fran O'Hanlon. Those figures would be more than the contract given to Hewitt when he came to Siena in 1997.
The Chiefs also announced ves-
had him on the team's practice squad last year before adding him to the roster in October. He played in nine games. His twin brother was with the New England Patriots for a time in 1998.
NFL
terday that they had agreed to a contract with Jonathan Jackson, a rookie free agent line-backer from
Oregon State.
Serwang, 23, is a native of Uganda who went to high school in California and played for Sacramento State, Pacific and UCLA. The 49ers
Jackson started 22 games at Oregon State, with 86 tackles and three interceptions last season.
MLB
Nolan Ryan stable after bypass surgery
Ryan had experienced chest pains and shortness of breath during a morning walk Sunday in suburban Round Rock. His wife, Ruth, drove him to Round Rock Medical Center. He underwent a two-hour operation to clear an arterial blockage. An electrocardiogram and blood tests showed Ryan did not have a heart attack, the Texas Rangers said.
The 53-year-old Hall of Famer was in nearly perfect health for a man his age, but family history left him vulnerable to heart disease.
Ryan was voted into the Hall of Fame in January 1999. He holds or shares 48 major league, American League and National League records.
Reid Ryan said the family had a history of heart-related problems, and doctors indicated that heredity played a large part in his father's condition.
AUSTIN, Texas — Strikeout king Nolan Ryan was in stable condition yesterday after emergency double bypass surgery and is expected to stay in the hospital about a week.
"The doctors told us he has the heart of a 30-year-old," said Reid Ryan, the oldest son. "We feel confident that he is going to recover fully."
He struck out 5,714 batters, pitched seven no-hitters and finished with 324 victories. Ryan's 27 seasons are the most in major league history.
The Associated Press
Sports Calendar
Softball vs. Wichita State at 3 and 5 p.m. at Jayhawk Field
Baseball vs. Washburn at 6 p.m.at Hoglund Ballpark Men's golf at Big 12 Championships in Hutchinson all day.
women's and Men's Tennis
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Baseball vs. Baylor at 7 p.m. in Waco, Texas. Women's and Men's Tennis in Big 12 championships at Robinson tennis courts Track at Drake Relays in Des Moines, Iowa, all day and at the UMKC Open in Kansas City, Mo.
Women's and Men's Tennis in Big 12 championships at Robinson tennis courts Track at Drake Relays in Des Moines, Iowa, all day and at the UMKC Open in Kansas City, Mo.
Wedd works to unite his team
Wedd's playing level
"We brought in two really good catchers for this season, and we all decided it would be best for the team if I went to first," he said. "It's a fun position — and it's not as tough on the body. It took a lot of work at the beginning, but I'm at the point now where it's comfortable."
Adding to Wedd's comfort level is his ever-present family, who attends Kansas' home games regularly. His free-pass list normally contains eight to 10 family members, and their presence elevates
"It means a lot to me that they come and see me play," he said. "It's been a perfect situation. They gave me distance and wouldn't let me live at home. But I still get excited about going home — I love the home-cooked meals."
Instead of spending all his time at home, Wedd stays on campus to devise new ways to unite his squad
His leadership skills orchestrated the knee-high socks movement, when all the players uniformly wore their socks to their knees. Even Randall got into the groove.
with daily assistance from Wedd.
warily assistance from West. The slugger took a nod from the 1994 high-sock-wearing Oklahoma Sooners, who went from a losing team to winning a National Championship.
The blue socks gradually came down when the 'Hawks lost three conference games to Nebraska earlier this month.
With only 11 games left during his Kansas career, Wedd still has some surprises in store.
"I have a few tricks up my sleeve — I'll be pulling them out soon," he said.
Jayhawks focus on Washburn match-up
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"We're expected to win this game," said Gremminger, whose 414 slugging percentage is sixth on the team. "The whole year we've played good in our nonconference games and then bad the following weekend. So even if we play good against Washburn, it won't necessarily carry over to the weekend."
This weekend's series against Baylor will be a doozy for Kansas. The Bears (34-13 overall and 16-7 in Big 12) are atop the conference standings after winning two of three games last weekend from
then-No. 1 Texas.
But Randall is more concerned about grabbing a victory tonight.
“It’s important to get back on the winning track,” he said. “It’s seems like the same old story, but we need to execute. But no matter what the outcome, it’s just a baseball game. Execution won't really affect anything but your confidence.”
Implementing skills — especially on the offensive end — during tight situations has been difficult for Kansas. Add that to Washburn's 5.43 overall ERA, and the 'Hawks don't have a simple task ahead.
"We can't take them lightly — they are a very good team," Randall said. "We always feel good going into games, but you can't be great every time out."
Kansas has been uneven during its midweek match-ups this season — going 9-12 overall — but had big wins against Wichita State twice and Southwest Missouri State.
The rested 'Hawks will have their game faces on tonight, still-looking to start a winning streak.
"I think we're definitely hard up for some victories," Gremminger said. "We'll just relax and let the game play out."
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