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Quick Looks
Wednesday March 7,1999
HOROSCOPES
Today's Birthday (March 7). Fame and fortune can be yours, but there's work involved. Luckily, it's work you love. Focus on the job in March and rake in the money in April. Upgrade your skills in May. Spend on your home in June and snuggle there in July. It's back to work in August. Commit to a change in September. You're jet-propelled in December. Write down your daydreams in February, then find a way to sell them.
Aries (March 21-April 19) — Today is a 7. You're tempted to set your worries aside and go for the gold, but a couple of your worries are well-founded, especially the one that involves money.
Tourus (April 20-May 20) — Today is a 6.
A friend lets you in on an excellent deal, but don't get too carried away. Use your good judgment to minimize risks. Meanwhile, take care of an older person's needs, especially the one who pays the bills.
Gemini (May 21-June 21) — Today is a 7.
You'd like to go, but you'd better stay, even if you're up against a difficult task. Once you get it done, you'll feel better in ways that you can't even imagine.
Cancer (June 22-July 22) — Today is a 6.
There's so much money going back and forth, it may be hard to tell if you're winning or losing. Hold on to as much as you can. This is not a good day to give generously. Schedule that for Friday, instead.
Leo (July 23-Aug. 22) — Today is a 6.
You're so cute, you may think you can get away
with anything. Your friends would like you to
believe that, and so would some of your enemies
Be entertaining on your own time, not the boss'.
Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) — Today is a 5.
It looks like others are going to win the battle, but you have the edge. Use something you've learned from experience or just listen to an older person.
Don't get involved in an argument that has nothing to do with you.
Libra (Sept. 23-Oct 22) — Today is a 6.
Friends tell you what to do, but if it's going to cast you much, pass. Follow the advice of someone who's got your best interests at heart. If you can't get the job done as you've promised, call and let them know.
Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) — Today is a 7.
You could be the lucky winner again. Your intuition is more accurate than the experts' opinions. Even a partner who's usually right could be wrong this time. Follow your hunch.
Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) — Today is a 6.
A romantic adventure could be ill-timed and ill-financed. Plan now and save the spree for the weekend. It will be even more successful if the trip you've planned is for business.
Capitron (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) — Today is a 6.
If a loved one is having fits, be patient. Throwing money at the problem won't help. Settle for dinner out and save the big expenditure for later. Your first whim is too expensive.
Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) — Today is a 5.
You're gung-ho to launch a new project, but hold off a little longer and plan more. Let somebody else's suggestion flat before you offer yours—don't worry, it won't take long.
Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20) — Today is a 5.
Expect a foulup on a job today. Nobody knows
what's supposed to be done or in what order.
Watch for mistakes, and prevent them if you can.
INTRAMURAL
Intramural basketball back after cancellation
The intramural basketball tournament is back on track after last Tuesday's weather cancellation. The brackets are getting smaller each day, and the championship games start in less than a week.
Jason Krone, assistant director of recreation services, said the cancellation didn't cause major problems, just inconvenienced participants and staff.
"We felt it was in the best interest of everyone's safety," he said. "The decision kept about 250 players and intramural staff off the roads, not to mention spectators."
Note: Horoscopes have no basis in scientific fact and should be read for entertainment purposes only.
In other intramural news;
The NCAA Final Four selection contest opens for entries on Monday. Official brackets are to be released Sunday by the NCAA. Contestants have until 7 p.m. on Wednesday to submit their choices to 208 Robinson Center. Any legitimate printed bracket from a magazine, newspaper or Web site is acceptable. The winner will receive an intramural champion T-shirt.
■ Monday also begins the 16-day entry period for the bench press competition. This free event is open to everybody. Weight classifications don't exist in intramural bench press. The contestant who lifts the most weight in proportion to his/her body weight wins.
- Late registration is still available for both softball and three-on-three soccer. The three-on-three soccer manager's meeting saw a large turnout. Interested parties should contact recreation services as soon as possible to claim one of the few remaining spots. Play begins March 26 in both sports.
For information on any of these or other upcoming intramural events, call Recreation Services at 864-3546, or stop by 208 Robinson.
Steve Laurenzo
The Kansas women's lacrosse club split a pair of weekend games in Columbia, Mo.
LACROSSE
Morgan Shortle and Christie Morrel tallied for the Jayhawks, while Meghan Shaugnessy was credited with an assist.
In the first game of the day, Kansas fell to division rival Missouri. 10-2.
Kansas women win one lose one in Missouri
In the second match of the day, the Jayhawns beat St. Mary's College (Minn.), 6-3. Christie Morrel led the effort with two goals and an assist.
Kansas' next games will be against division opponents Truman State and Knox College in Kirksville, Mo., on Sunday, April 1.
BASEBALL
Kanson staff report
Beltran's hitting practice shows in spring training
LAKELAND, Fla. — Carlos Beltra has been concentrating on his hitting during spring training since a sore right arm has relegated the outfielder to being a designated hitter.
Beltran went three for five with a solo homer as the Kansas City Royals beat the Detroit Tigers 5-1
It shows.
vesterday
"You know, 'I've been working on hitting line drives, and today it felt really good," said Beltran, who also scored three runs and stole a base. "It always feels good to
Kansas City manager Tony Muser said he was impressed that Beltran homered in the ninth after singling in the first and third.
"He had a great day," Muser said. "When he finished it off with a home run, it means he was focused and
have a day like this."
concentrating all the way through the ballgame."
Beltran said he had been thrown regularly and recently had increased the distance of his throws to 150 feet.
The Royals would like Betran to play as he did in 1999 when he was voted AL Rookie of the Year after batting .294 with 22 homers and 108 RBI.
farther down that road," Orioles manager Mike Hargrove said yesterday after Belle missed a fifthstraight exhibition game because of
Last year, he hit .247 with seven home runs and 44 RBI in 87 games. A bruised right knee put him on the disabled list in July, and he was suspended for nearly three weeks in August for failing to report to the Royals' rehabilitation facility in Florida.
a degenerative right hip.
Baseball future looks dim for Orioles' Belle
The injury has left the outfitter with a nasty limp and the feeling, that his baseball playing days are done. Belle, who told USA Today on Monday that he needs a miracle to return, refused comment yesterday.
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. — The Baltimore Orioles have been waiting patiently for Albert Belle to tell them when he can play.
At this point, however, it appears more likely that Belle will tell them he can't play anymore.
There wasn't much to say, given that his condition has not changed.
"We're much farther down that road than we were two days ago, much
Trial for linebacker and wife postponed
CASTLE ROCK, Colo. — A hearing and trial for the wife of Denver Broncos linebacker Bill Romanowski has been postponed.
NFL
Julie and Bill Romanowski are accused of illegally obtaining a prescription diet drug, phentermine. The drug was prescribed for Julie Romanowski and a friend
Bill Romanowski's trial date for Tuesday. May 1 was left unchanged.
District attorney spokesman Mike Knight said another case had to be heard in trial, putting off Julie Romanowski's trial until Tuesday, Aug. 14. A pretrial hearing to consider motions was pushed back until Wednesday, April 11.
Julie Romanowski is charged with eight counts of illegally obtaining diet pills and one count of conspiracy.
Both have pleaded not guilty.
Romanowski is charged with one count of unlawful possession of a controlled substance and obtaining a controlled substance by fraud and deceit and two counts of conspiracy.
GOLF
Masters' special invites offered to two golfers
AUGUSTA, Ga. — Special invitations to play in the Masters were offered yesterday to Aaron Baddeley, a two-time winner on the Australian tour and the first rookie in nine years to win its money title, and Japan's Shingo Katayama.
That brings the Tuesday, April 5 to Sunday, April 8 Masters field to 94 players. Brad Faxon, Joe Stricker, Joe Durant and Toshi izawa qualified Monday because of their position in top 50 in the world ranking or top three on the PGA Tour mopie list
Baddeley, the 19-year-old Australian, will be playing the Masters for the second straight year. He also received a special invitation for international players last year for winning the Australian Open as an amateur.
He missed the cut by one stroke.
Katayama was offered an invitation for winning five times on the Japanese tour last year and winning its money list. He is No. 54 in the world ranking.
The Associated Press
Sports Calendar
thurs.
Women's basketball vs. Oklahoma in Big 12 Tournament, Noon.
Men's tennis vs. Texas A&M. 2 p.m.
Women's tennis at Baylor. 2:30 p.m.
Softball at Speedline Invitational in Tampa, Fla., vs. Wisconsin, 3 p.m.; Florida Atlantic, 7 p.m.
Track at NCAA Indoors in Fayetteville, Ark. All day.
Men's basketball in Big 12 Tournament. 6 p.m.
Baseball vs. Missouri. 6 p.m.
Softball at Speedline Invitational in Tampa, Ra., vs. UT Chattanooga.
2 p.m.; UMass, 4 p.m.
Men's and women's diving at Zone Diving in Fayetteville, Ark. All day.
Super Bowl champs snare Grbac
The Associated Press
BALTIMORE — The Baltimore Ravens and free-agent quarterback Elvis Grbac agreed to a five-year, $30 million contract yesterday.
The deal includes an $11 million signing bonus, Grbac's agent, Jim Steiner, said from St. Louis.
Grbac will come to Baltimore tomorrow to sign the contract, take a physical and meet the media, said Ravens representative Bob Eller.
Steiner said the Ravens' Super Bowl championship last season was the determining factor for his client.
"Winning is the only thing on his agenda — playing in a Super Bowl and winning a Super Bowl." Steiner said.
The Ravens were the only team negotiating with the former Kansas City quarterback after Cincinnati dropped out of the bidding Monday.
Grbac, who threw for 28 touchdowns and 4,169 yards with the Chiefs last season, was one of two highly sought
free-agent quarterbacks, along with Brad Johnson.
Johnson signed a five-year,
$28 million deal with Tampa
Bay Monday.
Grbac initiated the talks with Baltimore by visiting the Ravens Friday and meeting with coach Brian Billick.
"He felt real good." Steiner said. "He had a great meeting with Brian Billick."
Grbac's signing means the Ravens will not keep Trent Dilfer, who won his final 11 starts with Baltimore, including a 34-7 Super Bowl victory against the New York Giants.
Dilfer could sign with the Bengals, who wound up with Baltimore cast-off Scott Mitchell as their starting quarterback last season.
Cincinnati indicated that Dilfer is among its choices for a quarterback to challenge Akili Smith. The other choices are Gus Frerotte and Jon Kitna.
Dilfer's agent, Michael Sullivan, did not return calls from The Associated Press seeking comment.
Ozzie Newsome. the Ravens'
"Winning is the only thing on his agenda playing in a Super Bowl and winning a Super Bowl."
Jim Steiner Elvis Grbac's agent
vice president of personnel,
made signing a starting quarterback the team's top priority after cutting backup Tony Banks and elevating second-year man Chris Redman to the No. 2 role last week.
The Ravens' success last season came despite NFL's 16thranked offense and the 22ndranked passing attack.
The Ravens benched Banks during a five-game stretch when they did not score a touchdown and replaced him with Dilfer, who passed for 1,502 yards and 12 touchdowns with 11 interceptions.
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