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Tuesday April 11,2000
HOROSCOPES
Today's Birthday:
Make your nest cozy and comfort so you can snuggle into it with that special someone. Worries lead to action in April, finally. There’s plenty to go around in May, but don’t waste it. By July, you’ll have thought of more things to spend it on. By August, you’ll want time for fun and games. Don’t be tricked by a pretty face in October or November. Only go along if you’re headed for the same destination. December’s expensive, as it’s payback time. Don’t let company outstay their welcome in February. A spiritual retreat would be welcome next March.
Aries: Today is a 6.
Taurus: Today is a 7.
Race around and do as much as possible early in the day. Ignore the jagged nerves or upset stomach you might be experiencing. The lesson for today is patience, and there's good news. Your luck improves as the day goes on.
The busweywork could fill your day, but you may get a new assignment, too. Study may be required to accomplish this task, but that's no problem either, right? luckily, you're a master juggler.
You may want to sign up for a class or buy books. There are a few things you'd rather do, and one of them could be your best plan for tonight. Find a comfortable place and read! Parenting skills and money management are fascinating now.
Cancer: Today is a 6
Stop worrying about whether you're doing things right. You probably are. Instead, consider whether or not you are making enough from this deal. If you're not, speak up. You can still be a nice person, too.
Leo: Today is a 6
Travel could get complicated today. Postponing the trip might be a good idea. If you can't, just pay attention. Don't schedule anything stressful for this evening. Odds are good you will be tired by then.
Virgo: Today is a 6
Your friends may tell you about a good deal, but beware. This is not a good day to gamble. Don't bankroll a friend either, even if you like the person a lot. Being a good friend and being a good money manager are two different things. Stall.
Libra: Today is a 5
Scorpio: Today is a 6
Sagittarius: Today is a 5.
Capricorn: Today is a 5.
You'll probably have a test tomorrow. Knowing that, what should you study? What is an older person most likely to ask you about? If you can have the answer prepared in advance, you'll make bonus points! And those might be negatable in the future.
One thing is certain: you can expect changel Be patient and calm, especially with your partner or mate. It's not your fault if he or she is nervous and irritable. Don't let any of that rub off on you. Be supportive, but let folks solve their own problems.
Aquarius: Today is a 5.
You might be worried about money. Don't gamble; that won't solve the problem. Stay away from stores, too. You could buy something you don't even want or need, just because it's on sale. Once you pass this danger period, fun and games await.
Interesting things are going on. During the coming phase, your life could settle into a solid routine.
Make whatever corrections you want right now.
Don't put them off any longer; they won't get easier
Pisces: Today is 7.
You, your sweetheart and family probably are getting along well. Money could be a bad tight, however. Consider yourself rich, even if you don't have as much as you'd like. Then get together with your loved ones. You can find a way to increase your income.
The Kansas women's golf team sits in eight place after two rounds of the Susie Maxwell Golf Classic in Norman, Okla.
The "Hawks trail tournament leader Nehaska hv 31 strokes.
KANSAS GOLF
Women's team to face uphill battle for win
If Kansas — which came into the tournament with three consecutive top-five finishes — hopes to keep its
total of 159, putting her in a tie for 12th place. Junior Ashely Bishop fired a 162 and is tied for 29th.
The 'Hawks scoring was rounded out by senior Sue Tessary who shot a 163, junior Sarah Mahoney at 174 and freshman Heather Rose, who also carded a 174.
— hopes to keep it streak alive, it will have to count on an entire team effort.
The 'Hawks were led by senior Carrie Padden who shot a two-round
Note: Horoscopes have no basis in scientific fact and should be read for entertainment purposes only.
The tournament concludes today with an 18-hole final round.
Michael Terry
BASKETBALL
SALT LAKE CITY — Former Utah and Kansas State coach Jack Gardner, the only coach to take two schools to the NCAA Final Four two different times, has died. He was 90.
Former K-State, Utah coach dies at age 90
Best known for putting the "run" in
Gardner, a member of the Basketball Hall of Fame since 1984, died Sunday night after a long illness. He suffered a broken hip in September and had numerous complications.
"He was most famous for that style," said former Utah sports information director Bruce Woodbury. "You had to wait in line all day to get into Utah games at the old field-
"Runnin' Utes," Gardner's teams employed a revolutionary fast-break style during an era when many teams still relied on set shots.
house."
Gardner's teams routinely scored in the 70s or higher, capitalizing on the talents of players like All
American Billy McGill, who led the nation in scoring in 1961-62 at 38.8 points a game.
"He really promoted the running game," said Gardner's son, Jim. "The crowds loved it, and guys who maybe didn't have the greatest skills or size could run other teams into the ground."
MANHATTAN, Kan. — The portable potties have been ordered. A temporary clubhouse is on site. All that's needed is for the zoysia fairways to turn green.
Senior golfer to open course in Manhattan
Everything is on schedule for the May opening of the Colbert Hills Golf Course in Manhattan. The $8.5 million enterprise bears both golfer Jim Colbert's name and hopes for the sport he loves.
GOLF
Colbert is a 1964 Kansas State University graduate and was a leading money-winner on the PGA Senior Tour in 1995 and 1996.
The course will include a youth golf academy, living laboratory, Golf Course Superintendent Association of America-KSU educational program, driving range, clubhouse, and a nine-hole, par-three, training course that will be home to the Kansas State golf teams.
He has said he wanted to develop a golf complex where people could learn to play the game he loves, students could learn to manage the golf business and environmental research could improve the golf course industry.
Flyers' feelings mixed about playoff opponent
HOCKEY
The Philadelphia Flyers are about to find out if their scramble for the top seed was worth it.
The Fliers rallied from a 15-point February deficit to finish first in the Eastern Conference. Their reward — Dominik Hasek and the defending Eastern Conference champion Buffalo Sabres.
Philadelphia will face the eighteen-seeded Sabres and Hasek, their out standing goale, beginning Thursday in the first round of the playoffs.
The 16team NHL playoffs begin Wednesday. Ottawa plays at Toronto; the Stanley Cup champion Dallas Stars open against Edmonton; and St. Louis, winner of the Presidents' Trophy with a league best 114 points, entertains San Jose.
Griffey hits homer, youngest ever to 400
BASEBALL
DENVER — Ken Griffey Jr. became the youngest player to hit 400 major league runs, connecting yesterday in the fourth inning of Cincinnati's game against Colorado at Coors Field.
Griffey sent a 2-0 pitch from Rolando Arrojo into the left-field seats, a 378-foot blow. It was his second homer of the season and
He was cheered by the Coors Field crowd and hugged by teammates in
second in as many days.
the dugout.
At 30 years, 141 days, Griffey beat the previous mark, set by Jimmie Foxx, who was 30 years.
248 days old.
McGwire, Cardinals out-slug Astros at Enron
HOUSTON — Mark McGwire homed for the third straight game, and Edgar Renteria and Ray Lankford hit consecutive homers off Jose Lima as the St. Louis Cardinals beat the Houston Astros 8-7 last night.
Griffey's historic homer came on the 50th birthday of his father, Ken Griffey Sr. It was the fourth time he has homered on his father's birthday.
St. Louis, tied with Arizona for the
McGwire: Hit a home run for the third straight game
the major leagues at 6-1,
has 20 homers,
most in the big leagues. In
Enron Field's fourth game, the teams combined for eight home runs, two more than the previous record for a major league game in Houston.
McGwire home-
red in his 35th major league ballpark, one shy of the record held by Tampa Bay's Fred McGriff. McGwire has 525 career homers and needs nine to tie Jimmie Foxx for ninth on the career list.
— The Associated Press
Sports Calendar
Women's golf at the Suzie Maxwell Berning Golf Classic in Norman, Okla.
Baseball vs. Wichita State at 5 and 7 p.m. in Wichita
Softball vs. Wichita State at 5 and 7 p.m. in Wichita Women's tennis vs. Nebraska at 2 p.m. in Lincoln, Neb.
Baseball at Tulsa at Tulsa, Okla.
Men's tennis vs. Southwest Missouri State at 2 p.m.
Rowing vs. Kansas St.
in the Kansas Cup
Baseball vs. Oklahoma at 2 p.m.
Softball at Baylor at 7 p.m.
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'Hawk third baseman eats, wears and plays baseball
At the same time, Randall was working hard on recruiting the versatile infielder and pitcher whom many had overlooked. Randall had an inside track—a former Minnesota Twins player whom he coached in 1980 identified the best player in the state in Klocksien.
"He's not the fastest runner or the fastest pitcher, but he has that competitive fire and athletic ability." Randall said. "We really wanted him because we knew it was inside of him. And he's even better than we thought."
Lucky Kansas.
But Klocksien's talent didn't just improve overnight. The offensive portion — Klocksien's hitting, 358 this season with four dingers and 11 doubles — seems to come to him as naturally as he picks up the bat. His career-high, 10-game hitting streak ended against Nebraska Friday, but he was back on track with a double on Saturday and a single on Sunday.
It's the defensive angle that trips up Klocksien, sometimes literally. But after many long practices, he has reformed his bobbles and increased his reach and judgment at third base, too.
"No matter how bad you are, you can make adjustments by taking lots of ground balls," he said. "It's a reflection of how hard you work. And I've improved a lot since high school."
But one part of Klocksien's game — his belief in superstitions — has stuck with him since his career began in Minnesota.
In high school, each of his three teams each season ate the same meal before every game, and that kicked
"No matter how bad you are,you can make adjustments by taking lots of ground balls. It's a reflection of how hard you work."
Ryan Klocksien Kansas baseball player
off the domino effect that continues today
"I do a little routine at the plate where I clean the plate and do something with the bat," he said. "The guys always make fun of me."
And recently, the 'Hawks all conformed to wearing high socks and pants at the knees for team unity after a big win against Texas A&M. Klocksien, who normally wears his pants down to his ankles, went along with the change to keep the wins coming.
A couple of us had never worn our socks like it — but we'll do it as long as it works," he said. "The team really believes in it. I guess we'll keep doing it until we perform badly, then something new will start."
If Klocksien keeps improving with high or low socks, he may find himself in the major leagues — a place he's dreamed of ever since he wore his first pair of cleats. But first, Klocksien wants to keep winning at Kansas.
"I just have to go out there each day and see where everything falls," he said. "But now, we've got to come out with more fire to beat the top teams. And we're ready."
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