University Daily Kansan / Thursday, February 11, 1988 Sports 13 KU's 3-pointers lead to victory By Elaine Sung Kansan sports writer Not only did Kansas use a different lineup, its style of play also changed last night against the Oklahoma State Cowboys. The Jayhawks beat Oklahoma State 78-68 in Stillwater, and All-American forward Danny Manning collected 23 points and nine rebounds. Although Manning scored 20-plus points, it was the Jayhawks' three-point shooting that had them resembling Kansas State more than any recent Kansas team. The Jayhawks usually count on Manning's inside game for points, but against the Cowboys, Brown used the outside game to open up the inside. Forward Milt Newton, who finished the night with 17 points and six rebounds, was three for three from three-point range. Guard Kevin Pritchard was perfect both from the free-throw line and in three-pointers, scoring a season-high 20 points and adding six assists. Last night's matchup ended the first cycle of the conference schedule. The Jayhawks, 14-8 overall, are now back on track in the Big Eight race, tied with Oklahoma State and for fourth place with a 3-4 record. Kansas coach Larry Brown was happy with the victory, which was achieved without having to use either of the junior varsity players or red-shirt center Sean Alvijoad. Brown was especially pleased with the performance of Chris Piper, who finished with eight points and four rebounds. More importantly, Piper held Oklahoma State's Richard Dumares to only one field goal the entire game. Dumas is this week's Big Eight Player of the Week and usually averages more than 16 points a game. Last night, however, the 6-foot-7 freshman could manage only 11 points, nine of them from the free-throw line. "I appreciate Piper's performance." Brown said. "They packed it in with the zone. We started making outside shots early, and that gave us a little confidence." The Cowboys were surprised by Kansas' quick start and early three-point shots. Brown's game strategy, designed to protect Manning against Oklahoma State's zone defense, also confused them. "Their changing defense threw us out of sync early." Oklahoma State coach Leonard Hamilton said. "I think Kansas had something to do with our lackadadasical play. But I wasn't going to play that, that we had in past games." legiate game last night, making it the tenth different starting lineup Brown has used this season. bry that he had in his game. Jeff Gueldner started his first col- Gueldner, who finished the game with five points and two rebounds, opened up the game with a three-pointer. After three surprising three-point shots for Kansas in the first 8 minutes, forward Mike Maddox's inside basket put the Jayhawks' lead at 11. The Cowboys cut the lead down to six points in three minutes and were able to hold Kansas to a five-point lead going into halftime. 33-28. Newton had 10 points in the first 6 minutes of the second half, opening the scoring for Kansas with a three-pointer. Oklahoma State closed the gap to four twice toward the end of the game, once with the score 61-57 and then with the score 62-58 in a minute later with the score at 63-59. Kansas, while letting the lead dwindle several times, did not give up the lead during the game, something it has done in recent games. When the Cowbys did get close, the Jayhawks pulled away with free-throw shooting, something also uncharacteristic of their recent style of play. Kansas sank six of seven free throws in the last $1\frac{1}{2}$ minutes to assure the victory. The Associated Press supplied some information for this story. Kansas Kansas 78 Oklahoma State 68 | | M | FG | FT | R | A | T | TP | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Manning | 40 | 8-16 | 7-9 | R | A | 1 | 23 | | Piper | 35 | 1-1 | 6-6 | 4 | 0 | 3 | 17 | | Newton | 26 | 6-10 | 6-3 | 6 | 1 | 3 | 17 | | Prince | 25 | 1-0 | 2-6 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 17 | | Prichard | 39 | 6-8 | 6-0 | 2 | 6 | 3 | 20 | | Barry | 3 | 0-0 | 0-0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | | Guelderen | 18 | 1-2 | 2-4 | 2-3 | 3 | 3 | 1 | | Harris | 3 | 0-0 | 0-0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | | Maddox | 8 | 1-1 | 0-0 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 2 | | Maddox | 8 | 1-1 | 0-0 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 2 | | Total | 44-39 | 24-31 | 26-12 | 34-17 | 34 | 78 | Percentages: FG, 615, FT. 744. Three-point goals: 6(Newton 3), Black-shorted (3 (Manning 2), Turnovers 15 (Livingston 7). Steals: 8 (Pirchard 4). Technicals: None. Oklahoma State M M FG FT R A O F T Dumas 36 1-12 11 9 7 0 3 11 Starks 38 7-11 4-4 4 3 4 2 1 Kincheon 16 1-1 4-0 4 3 2 4 2 Kustanian 16 1-4 0-0 4 3 2 4 2 Smith 13 2-2 0-0 1 1 1 1 0 Woods 12 1-5 0-0 3 1 5 2 0 Woody 26 7-9 3-5 6 0 5 1 7 Jefries 26 7-9 3-5 6 0 5 1 7 D. Davis 19 0-0 5-6 0 0 0 2 1 C. Davis 8 1-1 0-0 0 0 0 2 1 Fowlw 1 1-0 0-0 0 0 0 1 0 Totals 22 62 31 26 24 14 28 6 Percentages: FG, 423, FT, 807. Three-point goals: 9-9 (Starks) 3-5. Blucked Shots: 1 (Smith 1), Turnovers: 14 (Kinchon 3) Steals: 6 (Steals) 2, Technicals: None. Half: Kansas 33-28. Officials: Wukow, Kaster, Mayfield OSU beats Kansas at free-throw stripe By Keith Stroker Kansan sports writer Oklahoma State forward Clinette Jordan scored 24 points and teammate Jamie Siess added 18, leading the Cowgirls to a 90-73 victory over the Kansas Jayhawks last night at Stillwater, Okla. Siss' performance made her the leading scorer in Oklahoma State history, passing Donna Ridling, who scored 1,573 points from 1974-78. Seiss now has 1588 career points. Kansas coach Marian Washington said the difference in the game was free throws. The Cowgirls outscored the Jayhawks 23-7 at the free-throw line. "I thought we'd get back in the game at the start of the second half, but we lost some of the momentum we had at halftime," Washington said. "We let them get to the freethrow line too many times, and that hurt us." Oklahoma State, 15-7 overall and 5-4 in the Big Eight Conference, led 41-34 at halftime. Starting guard Alisa Duncan, averaging nine points a game, was held scoreless in the first half. Duncan scored 10 points in the first few minutes of the second half, helping the Cowgirls to a lead that Kapsas could not overcome. Kansas, 14-8 overall and 4-5 in the Big Eight, had some early problems when centers Deborah Richardson and Lynn Page each got two fouls in the first 7 minutes of the game. The Jayhawks were led by Sandy Shaw with 20 points and eight rebounds and by Lisa Braddy with 17 points and 10 assists. Oklahoma State's victory was its first in six games against Kansas in the The Jayhawks will play at noon Saturday in Allen Field House against the Iowa State Cyclones. Oklahoma State 90 Kansas 73 Former KU baseball star chases dream of making the big leagues Kansas (73) Bashaw 8.2-2.0 2.0-4.4, Richardson 3.3-5.9 Jackson 4.2-2.0 1. Braddy 8.2-1. Dougherty 1.0-2. Amald 2-0.5 0.0-0.0, Page 3-0.0 Totals 31 7-11. 73) Stevens 6 3-13, Jordan 10 4-7, 24 Hughes 5 4-14, 9 Hassan 7-12, Garnett 8-11, Derek 2-0, Hipson 2-0, Hepner 2-4, 9 James 1-2, Wheelock 1-2 Hiperfloor! Oklahoma A1-34.1 Total ofoklahoma State 16, Kansas 22. Fouled outoklahoma State. Hughes Kansas—None ReboundsOKlahoma State 16, Kansas 22. Rebounds OKlahoma State goalsOKlahoma State (3) Mass 5 (3) Mass 4, Shaw 2, Brady 1 and Androil 1 AssistsOKlahoma State 26 Kansas 25. TechnicalOKlahoma State 26, Kansas 25. TechnicalOKlahoma State By Tom Stinson Kansan sports writer On every baseball field and in every little-leaguer's bright eyes, the dream is present. Whether it's hitting a pennant-winning home run, wearing a favorite major-leaguer's number or playing before thousands of cheering fans, little-leaguers dream of playing professional baseball. The dream of playing in the major leagues still exists for 1986 Kansas graduate Rob Peters. "You also have to be in the right place at the right time. Then you can move up." he said. "I think about playing in the big leagues every day," the right feeler said. "But I realize it takes. Everybody is a real stallion in pro it's no longer a question of ability, it's if you can produce consistently." Peters has played the past two seasons for the Salt Lake City Trappers, a Class A farm club for the San Francisco Giants. In March he will report for spring training in Scottsdale, Ariz. to pursue the dream once again. Peters played two years for the Jayhawks. He was selected as an All-Big Eight outfielder in 1980, and he won his first Kansas City Kansasian season hitting charts. Peters said he performed well in his first season with the Trappers. That season, the Trappers won the Pioneer League pennant. Last season, Peters hit over .300 before being plagued with injuries. In a game against a Los Angeles Dodger farm team, Peters suffered a cracked collarbone and a separated shoulder in a collision with a catcher at home plate. said. "One day you can be on top of the world and the next, on crutches Later that year, Peters suffered a torn hamstring, an injury that ended his play. "That's the reality of it," Peters "You have to stay on an even keel to do well. The guys who can stay away from injuries and keep themselves from being too emotional do well. You just can't be too high one day and too low the next." he said. Taking life one day at a time is the way Peter maintains a consistent emotional level. Realizing that he is released at any time is part of the job. "It it's useless to think about it," he said. "I could go down to Scottsdale and be there only two days before being released. All you can do is work hard and give it your best." Peters is in Lawrence now, working out with the Kansas squad to get into shape. He said he was working on the back before training a set his rhythm before training a set. One difference between professional baseball and college baseball, Peters said, is a more developed scouting system in the professional leagues. "If you strike out on a curve ball, you'd better work on it because that's all you'll see," he said. "They scout everything you do." Although he is still chasing the dream, Peters said that this year could be his last. The Owasso, Okla., native has moved from his high school team to Carl Albert Junior College in Poteau, Okla., to Oral Roberts University to Kansas to Salt Lake City. He said if he made the team again this year, he could be in any of four or five But like every other dream, this one has an aspect of reality. "This is kind of a do-or-die year for me," Peters said. "If I don't play anymore, it's fine. A lot of guys would do anything to play pro ball." Rob Peters, a 1986 KU graduate. is in Lawrence to work out for spring training. Olympic relay torch found in hotel room The Associated Press things in life than sports. So I'll just take it as it comes." LETHBRIDGE, Alberta — A relay torch missing from Saturday's opening ceremonies of the Winter Olympics was found in a hotel room, apparently left behind by a member of the relay. Borsato said the maid was on the next two days. But she notified the hotel when she heard news that a doctor told that the torch had been stolen. The torch, one of 10 used in the relay, was reported missing Sunday and was being treated as a theft by local police until a Sandman Inc employee ended the mystery Tuesday. Gary Borsato, manager of the hotel, said the torch was found Saturday by a maid who put it in a mound where found items were kent The large torch contingent, which took up 65 rooms at the hotel, didn't realize the torch was missing until reaching Medicine Hat, the next stop on the relay. The torch, one of 150 made for the relay, has a value of more than $500, although a spokeswoman for the relay would not confirm the actual cost. "She didn't think it was a real one," he said. - Laser-engraved on the torch handle are symbols of the 10 Olympic winter sports and the 2016 Olympic games, *torius*, (*Switzer*, higher, stronger) Knight-Ridder Graphik - The torch was designed to withstand 40 degrees cold and 35 degrees hot, with Special fuel makes a bright flame. SOURCE: PORTE-Canada - The torch was designed to resemble the Calgary Tower and made of materials native to Canada. Bowl is made of polished aluminum. Maple handle is easier to grip and stays warm than metal. - Approximately 250 torches have been made. Each weighs 3 pounds and is 2 feet long. and I have had my shot. I thank God "very day for my ability. This has been the thrill of my life. "But if I don't truly feel that I can compete on the professional level, I'll quit. There are a lot more important Mason tries to boost Jayhawks speed, draws 18 recruits on first signing day Kansan sports writer By Keith Stroker Yesterday the signing started, and new Kansas football coach Glen Mason stressed that he wasn't recruiting for any particular position. "We were looking to recruit across the board," Mason said. "As far as attributes, we wanted to bring in more speed at each position." "I was at summer football camp last year with Coach Valentele." Bills said. "I wanted to come here and play, but I got a little nervous when there was a coaching change. I kept in contact with the school, hoping to still be able to receive a scholarship to play at Kansas. Bills, a 6-foot-2, 185-pound linebacker from Willard High School in Springfield, Mo., was an All-Conference linebacker last season. 8 a. 4.m, yesterday, Mason's first recruit, Shannon Bills, signed with the Jayhawks. And by 11 p.m., the football coach had signed 18 players. "I was excited to be able to compete in the Big Eight Conference. It is thrilling to think of being on the same field with Jamille Holloway." Holloway is a senior quarterback for the Oklahoma Sooners. Mason said that despite the late start in recruiting, the Jayhawks did not have a strong presence. players signed yesterday. Roderick Martin should bring some speed to the Jahayhaws backfield. The 5-9, 185-pound running back from Roosevelt High School in Dallas, Texas, also runs track. He runs the 100-meter dash in 14.4 seconds. Mason also said that his assistant coaches were still visiting players' homes and attempting to sign them. "I was happy to leave Texas," Martin said. "I picked Kansas because I could run track there as well. I would really like to win the Heisman Trophy someday, but if not, I would like to at least gain 100 yards against Nebraska." John Fritch, another recruit, first came to Kansas five years ago for basketball camp. The 6-3, 258-pound offensive lineman, returned to KU three more times for basketball camp and liked the campus. "It is funny that I learned about Kansas through basketball, and now I'm going to play football for them." Fritch said. "I really like Coach Mason. I think he'll add some fire to this team. "I really want to play against the Sooners. I don't like them too well. If they played the Russians, I would root for the Russians." Mason first recruited David Wick, a 6-1, 202-pound running back, at the No. 3 position. to Kansas, Wick said he would come also. Wick, who was named the Chicago Tribune Athlete-of-the-week twice, played at Antioch High School in Antioch, Ill. "I really wanted to play for Coach Mason," Wick said. "I really liked the campus at KU when I visited there, which was another nice thing, along with getting to play for him. I'm looking forward to playing in the Big Fight." Mason also signed another player from Illinois, Jason Stallman. Stallman, a 6-4, 225-pound, tight end and outside linebacker from Yorkville High School in Yorkville, Ill., talked to 45 schools about playing football, but he was recruited by only five. "I was heavily recruited by Iowa State and Colorado from the Big Eight," Stallman said. "I came to Kansas a week ago, and I loved the campus. I think it is the best of the Big Eight schools scholastically. I love the coaching staff, especially Coach Rule." Other players who signed with Kansas are: Maurice Douglas, 5-11, 180-pound running back from Independence - King Dixon, 6-1, 105-pound defensive back from Patterson High School in Davton, Ohio. High School in Columbus, Ohio. High School in Columbus, Ohio. ■ Kenny Drayton, 6-1, 175-pound wide receiver from Homestead High School in Homestead, Fla. - Tim Hill, 5-10, 160-pound quarterback from Franklin Heights High School in Columbus, Ohio. James Holt, 6-3, 230-pound offence Wilson High School, Wichita North High School ■ Scott Imwalle, 6-3, 253-pound offensive lineman from Vandalia-Bullet High School in Vandalia, Ohio. ■ John Henry Johnson, 5-8, 185-pound running back from Highland Park High School in Highland Park, Kelvin Johnson, 5-10, 170-pound running back from Linden High School in Linden, N.J. Drew Main, 6-3, 23-pound defensive lineman from Independence Community College in Independence, Kan. Ron Page, 6-2, 200-pound quarterback from Beechcroft High School in New Jersey. Darrin Samuels, 6-1, 265-pound defensive lineman from Dickinson High School in Dickinson, Texas. Tony Sandis, 5-9, 165-pound running from Aquaina High School - Jason Tyler, 6.2, 210-pound outside linebacker from Rockhurst High School in Kansas City, Mo.