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Tuesday March 28,2000
HOROSCOPES
Today's Birthday (March 28). A move may be required to raise your status. Act quickly to learn what's required in May, and abundance could be yours by July. Don't waste a penny of it. A good deal turns sour in August. Don't bet more than you can lose. Around October, your leadership attracts admiration and maybe a secret admirer. The money should pour in from late November through December. Keep a lid on it in February.
To get the advantage, check the day's rating: 10 is the easiest day. 0 the most challenging.
Aries: Today is a 7.
Taurus: Today is a 9.
Focus on your career, and you could advance rapidly. Put a routine into place; it'll make the job easier. A relationship that's in the early phases should be doing well, but don't put much stress on it now. Take it slow and easy.
You could blossom today. You may feel like you're under pressure, but that's good. The pressure could inspire you to try something you used to find intimidating. You'll be past that barrier and on to the next one in no time at all.
Now is the time to figure out your finances. Get help from someone who knows how to make the most of what you have. If you get into a good plan now, you can create a more secure future. Don't be nervous; follow a leader you can trust.
Cancer: Today is a 6.
You're lucky. A friend will be a big help. This person may be associated with higher education or the law. If you're in a sticky situation, don't worry about figuring it out by yourself. Involve somebody who knows what you’re talking about!
Leo: Today is a 7.
You may be working hard again. You'd rather be playing, and there are a lot of fun things to do. The path to your fantasies and pleasures is blocked, how ever. If you can turn a work situation into a game, you'll have more fun while you're stuck doing it.
Virgo: Today is a 9.
You're lucky again, so don't waste a moment. You want to be careful to get the best deal. Odds are good you will. You're smart and practical. A partner or mate can help, too. Rely on your common sense, however. There's none better now.
Libra: Today is a 7.
Scorpio: Today is a 7.
Sagittarius: Today is a 6:
You are cranking right along. You're lucky in love, but you don't have much time for that yet. The day could be exhausting, so don't make a date to go on tonight. Stay home and cuddle instead.
You and your mate or partner could be stuck. You can't agree on the final objective, so you can't figure out what needs to be done. If you're fixing up your home or buying real estate, get an objective person to help. You're too emotionally charged.
Capricorn: Today is an 8.
You're an interesting person to be around. One of your admirers might stop by this evening, even if you didn't planned on company. If you and your sweetheart or family want privacy, you should go somewhere else.
The biggest conflict you had to worry about is probably past. You've struggled for the past couple of days, but things should start to get easier. You're getting more efficient, and you're not overwhelmed any more. Give yourself credit and keep at it.
Aquarius: Today is a 5
You're probably still in a pensive mood. You're growing, and sometimes you need time to ponder new information. Sometimes you like to have a lot of people around, but this is not one of them. It's OK to take your phone off the hook, too.
Pisces: Today is an 8.
If a class you want to take conflicts with the job you're doing, juggle. It's not easy when you learn new skills, but it's a good idea. The more you put your natural talents to work, the happier you'll be. And, you could get wealthier, too.
WOMEN'S TENNIS
Women's tennis team suffers another loss
Almost as soon as its three-game losing streak against ranked opponents ended against South Florida, the Kansas women's tennis team has started a new one.
The No. 75 Jayhawks were destroyed 9-0 by the No. 12 Notre Dame Fighting Irish yesterday in South Bend, Ind. The loss dropped their record to 9-6 overall.
The meet got off to an ominous start as senior Brooke Chiller was handled, 6-0, 6-1, by All-American Michelle Dasso.
The Jayhawks managed to win one set in the singles portion of the meet. Junior Monica Sekulov lost the first set 6-3, battled back to win the second set 6-2, but lost the third set 6-3.
After the singles stomping, the 'Hawks saved a little face by making the doubles matches closer, but they ended up losing all three.
After a three-meet break from Big 12 Conference play the 'Hawks return to conference foes this weekend with an all-Oklahoma weekend.
They face the Sooners on Saturday in Lawrence and travel to Kansas City, Mo., to take on the Cowgirls Sunday. The 'Hawks are 2-1 in the Big 12 this season.
Professional bull-rider dies after being tossed
Zac Hunter
BULL RIDING
Note: Horoscopes have no basis in scientific fact and should be read for entertainment purposes only.
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — A Canadian professional bull-rider died from injuries he suffered when he was tossed from a bull, which then stomped on his left arm and chest. Glen Keeley, 30, of Nanton, Albuquerque, died during illness late.
Glen Keeley, 30, of Nassau. Alberta, died during surgery late Friday night at University Hospital.
Keeley, a Top 10 PBR rider, was injured during a PBR event earlier Friday night at Tingley Coliseum, Weber said Saturday in a telephone interview from Colorado Springs, Colo.
Keeley walked off the arena floor and was stabilized by medical staff at the coliseum before he was taken to the hospital, where he died of abdominal injuries, Weber said.
He was thrown from the bull,
Promise Land, and then pounded
when the animal stepped on his arm
and chest.
said Jessica Weber, director of public relations and marketing for the Professional Bull Riders group.
Keeley, ranked ninth in the PBR point system, had been competing on the PBR circuit since its first event in 1994.
He had won a Canadian bull-riding championship in 1989. PBR chief executive Randy Bernard said in a telephone interview from Los Angeles.
Keeley was riding a well-known bull when he suffered his fatal injuries, Bernard said.
"The bull just came down on him," Bernard said. "It was one of those fluke deals."
The bull — "a great athlete in his own right" — will not be destroyed, Bernard said.
The fatality was the first in the PRR's history. Bernard said.
More than 800 bull-riders compete to become one of the Top 45 to participate in PBR events, he said.
INDIANAPOLIS — The NCAA provided ticket applications yesterday for the 2001 men's and women's NCAA Final Fours, and they will be available through April 28.
Next year's Final Four ticket applications out
NCAA BASKETBALL
Tickets to the 2001 men's Final Four cost $142 and $122 and admit
bearers to the semifinals on March 31 and the final on April 2 at the Metrodome in Minneapolis. Tickets to the women's Final Four cost $102 and admit bearers to the semifinals March 30 and the final April 1 at the Kiel Center in St. Louis.
The ticket applications can be requested at the Web site http://www.ncaachampionships.com or by calling between 8 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. For men's ticket applications call 913-236-9400, and for women's tick et call 913-831-1234.
PRO TENNIS
It was a sloppy but dramatic win for the 13th-seeded Caprii, who turns 24 years old tomorrow. She advanced to the quarterfinals at Key Biscayne for the first time since 1992.
KEY BISCAYNE, Fla. — Jennifer Capriati took another strong step in her comeback yesterday, outlasting Serena Williams 7-6 (2), 1-6, 6-3 in the fourth round of the Ericsson Open.
No.13 Capriati captures best ranking in years
Williams, the U.S. Open winner, is ranked sixth in the world. The last capriati beat an opponent ranked so highly was in 1996, when she won in Chicago against Monica Seles, who then shared No. 1 with Steff Graf.
Capriati, who reached the semifinals of the Australian Open in January, has climbed to 14th in the world, her best ranking in six years. Her next opponent will be No. 12 Sandrine Testud, who beat Elena Dementieva 5-7, 6-4, 6-4.
Top-seeded Martina Hingis beat Kim Clifisters 6-0, 6-4. Amanda Coetzer eliminated No. 6 Conchita Martinez 6-1, 6-2.
In men's play, Mark Philippoussis beat No. 11, Cedric Piline 6-4, 7-6
(3) . No. 9 Nicola Lapenti rallied to beat Felix Mantilla 5-7, 6-1, 6-1.
PRO BASEBALL
HAINES CITY, Fla.—The Kansas City Royals released first baseman Paul Sorrento on Saturday.
Royals players object to backup's release
The move was blasted by top Rovals players.
can make,
said left
felder Johnny
Damon.
Damon, first
baseman
His spot as backup first baseman was taken by Dave McCarty, purchased Friday from the Oakland Athletics. Sorrento was in camp as a non-roster player.
Mike Sweeney, right fielder Jermaine Dye and third baseman Joe Randa expressed their dismay about the move.
The players said they assumed Sorrento, 35, would be Sweeney's backup at first base and a part-time designated hitter.
"I think it's the dumbest move we
General manager Herk Robinson said that the Royals needed sharper defense than Sorrento provided.
"I think we have to do better than that," Robinson said. "I think there are some abilities he lacks. He's a good person, a veteran who has been around and been on some winning clubs, but when you look at late inning replacements and things of that nature, we have to do better."
Sorrento was called into manager Tony Muser's office after arriving Saturday and told of his release. Sorrento left the clubhouse immediately, without comment.
Sorrento batted.286 (12 for 42) with one homer and 11 RBIs in 17 games. He made two errors at first base.
—The Associated Press
Sports Calendar
Baseball vs.
Westminster at 6 p.m.
Softball at Arkansas at
2 and 4 p.m. in
Fayetteville, Ark.
Baseball vs. Texas A&M at 7 p.m. at Hoglund Ballpark.
Coach quiet about mother's death
Men's Tennis vs Oklahoma at 10 a.m.
Women's tennis vs Oklahoma at 2 p.m.
Rowing vs Iowa in Iowa City, Iowa
Baseball vs Texas A&M at 2 p.m. at Hoglund BallPark
The Associated Press
AUSTIN, Texas — Not long after North Carolina gave Bill Guthridge the biggest win of his brief career as a coach, the silver-haired, 62-year-old wisp of a man slipped out of the Erwin Center late Sunday afternoon and headed for Kansas to bury his mother. Yet when Betty Guthridge died Wednesday at age 96 in Parsons, her son didn't even tell his ballplayers. They found out the next day, when reporters began asking for comment.
"He's a strong man," said Phil Ford, who's been around the Tar Heels program as a player or assistant coach for 16 years. "You have to be a strong man to be the head coach at a place like North Carolina.
"Even with his mom's passing, he still put the program first."
Anybody who knows anything about Guthridge knew that, even before the Heels held off Tula 59-55 to send him back to the Final Four for the second time in his three seasons on the job.
As Guthridge stood in a hallway just a few feet from the locker room celebration, the memories that came flooding back had little to do with basketball.
"I don't think my mother even
knew that I was the head coach," he said quietly. "I told her, and my sister did, too. But with Alzheimer's you never really know if she heard." The funeral was scheduled yesterday at First Presbyterian Church in Parsons.
For 30 years, Guthridge sat next to Dean Smith on the
Carolina bench,
content to bask
in the
reflected glow of
college basket-
ball's winningest Division I coach
Then, just weeks before the 1997-98 season was set to start. Smith stepped down and a reluctant Guthridge had to be cajoled to step forward.
The journey has taken more than a few twists and turns since: a Final Four in Guthridge's first season, a first-round knockout by lowly Weber State in his second and now this, the most improbable, emotional-fueled run in Carolina's illustrious history.
And it's not over yet. First comes a triumphant return to Carolina, where postseason success is taken for granted and calls for Guthrieh's firing
began with the first-round NCAA tournament loss last year and ricocheted across Web sites and talk radio every time this season's team went into a tallspin.
But at the moment when he had every right to blister his critics, Guthrie apologized instead.
"I had a lot of faith in this team," he said. "I'm sorry it took us so long to get going, but it couldn't have come at a better time."
Carolina still is run much the same way he and Smith ran it side-by-side for 30 years. Quietly. No one gets too much credit, especially the newcomers. No one takes the easy way out. No matter the situation, the coach sets the example.
When the tension wound Guthridge's body so tight that he had to get up, he took a few steps, then stuck his hands on his hips and tried to look at ease. It worked well enough on his kids during the game; afterward was another story.
Asked whether this trip to the Final Four meant more than the previous ones, Guthridge tried to recall the years and the teams Carolina met, but quickly made a mess of the whole thing.
"I'm a little shook up, obviously," he said. "But I'm thrilled to be going."
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