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University Daily Kansan
Page 0897 from reel: L 3015 (1986-12-03 to 1987-07-29)
https://digital.lib.ku.edu/ku-udk/85082

Title: KU Loses Again; WSU Rallies Late
Summary: Kansas baseball team loses to Wichita State in a closely contested game, with coach Pattin expressing disappointment despite good team effort.
Category: sports
Subjects: baseball; university athletics; sports competition; team performance
Named Entities: Pattin, Marty [baseball coach]; Taylor, Scott [pitcher]
Confidence: 0.9

Title: Oerter Returning for Relays
Summary: Two-time Olympic gold medalist Al Oerter returns to compete in the Kansas Relays for the first time in 20 years, scheduled for April 15-18 at Memorial Stadium.
Category: sports
Subjects: track and field; athletic events; university athletics; Olympic athletes
Named Entities: Oerter, Al [athlete]; Filipowski, Diane [reporter]
Confidence: 0.9

Title: Hershberger to Be Inducted Into KU Hall of Fame
Summary: Jim Hershberger, former Kansas track star and world-record holder, will be inducted into the KU Athletic Hall of Fame in recognition of his athletic career and contributions.
Category: sports
Subjects: university athletics; hall of fame; track and field; athletic achievements
Named Entities: Hershberger, Jim [athlete]; Johnson, Monte [athletic director]
Confidence: 0.9

Title: Tennis Teams Begin Big 8 Action
Summary: Kansas men's and women's tennis teams begin Big Eight Conference play, with players expressing motivation and preparation for the upcoming season.
Category: sports
Subjects: tennis; university athletics; Big Eight Conference; sports competition
Named Entities: Hibbard, Marie [tennis player]; Knapp, Rob [reporter]; Perelman, Scott [coach]
Confidence: 0.9

Title: Wilson, Royals Defeat Omaha
Summary: Kansas City Royals defeat Omaha in spring training, with Willie Wilson collecting three hits and stealing two bases in the exhibition game.
Category: sports
Subjects: baseball; professional sports; team performance; spring training
Named Entities: Wilson, Willie [baseball player]
Confidence: 0.9

Title: 7-Footer Too Good to Be True
Summary: Article about a 7-foot Italian basketball player being recruited by Kansas, with details about his background and potential impact on the team.
Category: sports
Subjects: basketball; recruiting; university athletics; player profiles
Named Entities: Knapp, Rob [reporter]; Cox, Chris [associate editor]
Confidence: 0.85

Title: Photo: Al Oerter All-American Discus 1957, 1958
Summary: Historical photo of Al Oerter, two-time All-American discus thrower at KU, shown in action during his competitive years.
Category: photos/graphics
Subjects: track and field; athletic achievements; historical sports photography
Confidence: 0.9

Title: Photo: KU Tennis Player Marie Hibbard Volleys With Teammates During Practice
Summary: Photo of Kansas tennis player Marie Hibbard in action during team practice at Alvamar Tennis and Swim Club.
Category: photos/graphics
Subjects: tennis; athletic practice; university athletics; sports photography
Confidence: 0.9

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