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University Daily Kansan
Page 0240_2 from reel: L 730 (1961-02-06 to 1961-08-01)
https://digital.lib.ku.edu/ku-udk/197243

Title: Freshman Runners Best in Nation
Summary: The KU freshman cross-country team captured the national championship, with individual runners also achieving top national rankings. The article details their performance in various meets and competitions.
Category: sports
Subjects: track and field; freshman athletes; national rankings; Big Eight Conference
Named Entities: Carius, Allen [track athlete]; Coane, Don [track athlete]; Hladik, George [track athlete]; Calandri, Kevin [track athlete]; Stoner, Doug [track athlete]; Lawson, Bob [assistant coach]; Twiss, Charlie [high jump athlete]; Coane, Tonnie [distance runner]; Barnard, George [dash hopeful]
Confidence: 0.9

Title: Golfers Hope for Crown
Summary: The KU golf team, led by Coach Markley, hopes to win the Big Eight championship. The article discusses their preparation and performance in previous matches.
Category: sports
Subjects: golf; Big Eight Conference; team sports; athletic competition
Named Entities: Markley, Coach [golf coach]; Horn, Rodney [golfer]; Listun, Bill [golfer]; Ward Jr., John [golfer]; Haitbrink, Dick [golfer]
Confidence: 0.85

Title: Tennis Team Aims for Title
Summary: The KU tennis team is aiming for the Big Eight championship title. The article discusses their performance in previous matches and upcoming competitions.
Category: sports
Subjects: tennis; Big Eight Conference; team sports; athletic competition
Named Entities: Coupe, Dave [tennis player]; Brownfield, Jim [tennis player]; Sheldon, Bill [tennis player]; Gochis, Bill [tennis player]; Campbell, Del [tennis player]; Kirkwood, Mo. [tennis player]; Lee, Gaston [tennis player]; City junior, Kansas [tennis player]; Adei, Buddy [tennis player]; Cobble, Jan [tennis player]
Confidence: 0.8

Title: KU Women Also Participate in Varied Program
Summary: KU women participate in various athletic programs including tennis, golf, volleyball, swimming, softball, and track and field. The article highlights their achievements and upcoming events.
Category: sports
Subjects: women's athletics; tennis; golf; volleyball; swimming; softball; track and field
Named Entities: Kirk, Karen [writer]
Confidence: 0.8

Title: [advertisements]
Advertisers include: Hixon Studio
Category: advertisements
Confidence: 1.0

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