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Quick Looks
Wednesday January 24, 2001
HOROSCOPES
Today's Birthday (Jan. 24). You're creative, confident and powerful this year Be compassionate, too, and you'll take home all the prizes.
Don't let your magnificence blind you in February. Take care of a person who loves you in March. Provide the necessary security to yourself and to others who need you in May. Then, relax and enjoy your accomplishments in June. Gain again from past efforts in October and advance naturally in November. Stand up for friends who've stood by you in December as pay back for all those past favors.
Aries (March 21-April 19) — Today is an 8.
Ames (march 21-April 19) — today is all 8.
A strategy meeting with your team is required to produce the desired results. If you don't have a team, get one. This is too big of a job for you to tackle on your own. Besides, some of them are going to figure out what you should do next.
Taurus (April 20-May 20) — Today is a 7.
If you're struggling with rules and regulations, take heart.
Your luck regarding money is about to change for the better. It may not be noticeable until tomorrow, but that's OK. Going along with another's agenda will be easier when you've got more coins in your pocket.
Gemini (May 21-June 21) — Today is an 8.
The more phone calls you can return and old jobs you can finish, the better. Your energy will increase as you check things off your lists. Get busy. You need to make room on your workbench for a new project, soon.
Cancer (June 22-July 22) — Today is a 6.
If you can get enough time and money together in the next couple of days, you might get to take a trip on Friday. Make plans to do that by asking for Friday off. Then, immerse yourself in papers concerning other people's money.
Leo (July 23-Aug. 22) — Today is a 6.
Don't argue with your mate, partner or legal adviser.
Don't get into any major competitions, either. The other side has a huge advantage. Watch, look and listen. If the person who's representing you is sharp, you'll have nothing to worry about.
Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) — Today is a 5.
Figure out how to be more efficient. You could get an assignment soon that's borderline impossible. With the old technology, it's way too hard. With the new technology, it's doable. Don't worry; you can learn what needs to be done.
Libra (Sept. 23-Oct 22) — Today is a 10.
The barriers to true love are dissolving. You should see clearly now what action to take. You may have made a commitment recently, if you did, it will hold. If you haven't, yet, keep going with your considerations.
Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) — Today is a 6.
Commitments you make now pertaining to home, family or real estate should last for eternity. Watch what you say and to whom you say it. You want to start a dynasty or build a cathedra? Lay your foundation now.
Sogittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) — Today is a 7.
Your curiosity no bounds, you may find yourself lost in thought. This condition might cause a problem tomorrow, but today you can get away with it. Hide out in a quiet place with plenty of reading material.
Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) — Today is a 5.
Unforeseen circumstances and maybe even a little treachery are possible today. The work is abundant, and the money's good. Don't do anything for anybody, however, without getting a signed contract first.
Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) — Today is a 9.
You're being infused with super-human powers. A barrier
is becoming a stepping stone. Your persistence is
paying off. Others are waiting for your words of wisdom,
so tell them what they want to hear.
Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20) — Today is a 6.
Your imagination is more active than usual. Your fantasies may have been even more bizarre than reality, too. Nothing to worry about; it's normal. It'll be over in a few days. By then, you should have some great new stories to tell.
KANSAS SOCCER
Nebraska attacker ioins Jayhawk roster
Note: Horoscopes have no basis in scientific fact and should be read for entertainment purposes only.
The women's soccer team announced the addition of Lacey Woolf, a freshman attacker from Nebraska, to its roster effective immediately. Woolf enrolled at Kansas during the semester break and has begun off-season training with her new teammates.
Woolf, a native of Urbandale, Iowa, was part of Nebraska's Big 12 Conference regular season and tournament championship team last fall and helped the "Huskers advance to the Sweet 16 at the NCAA Tournament.
"For Lacey coming in from Nebraska, just being there for a season is an experience she can share with the team," said Kansas coach Mark Francis. "It is always good to get players in with experience at the college level already, especially if they are coming from a program that is in the top three or four in the country."
Also joining the Kansas team for off-season training is Meg Shively, a transfer from Louisville. Shively played in 19 games for the Cardinals, scoring two goals on 20 shots.
Kansan staff reports
According to a police report, Wood was stopped by a Boulder County sheriff's deputy at 1:40 a.m. after the deputy saw him make a wide turn.
BOULDER, Colo. — University of Colorado cornerback Terrence Wood, arrested early Sunday morning on suspicion of driving under the influence, said police told him the charges may be dismissed.
Colorado player faces alcohol-related charge
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He was found to have a blood-alcohol content of .070 percent at the scene. A chemical test performed 40 minutes later provided a readout of .078.
Colorado coach Gary Barnett met with Wood on Monday to discuss the matter. Barnett declined comment.
In Colorado, a motorist is considered legally impaired (DUI) with a blood-alcohol level of .10 percent or higher. Any reading from .050 to .099 percent is considered driving while ability impaired (DWAI).
Wood said if the charges were dismissed, he did not expect to suffer any punishment from the team.
Wood has had no prior DUI-related arrests, and his car was not impounded after the arrest. He was booked and released later Sunday morning.
"It was unfortunate what happened," he said. "We were coming from a party, and I had a couple of drinks earlier in the night, maybe three or three-and-a-half hours before I was arrested."
Wood, a junior, played in 10 games for the Buffaloes last season, recording two interceptions and 21 tackles, including 18 solos. He is considered a strong contender to start at corner as a senior this fall.
Wood said he believed he was sober when he got in his car.
Terry Shea to coach Chiefs' quarterbacks
KANSAS CITY, Mo.— Terry Shea, former head coach at Rutgers, will coach the Kansas City Chiefs quarterbacks next season. His selection by new head coach Dick Vermeil was announced Tuesday by president and general manager Carl Peterson.
NFL
Shea resigned under fire after five losing seasons at Rutgers, where his teams were 3-8 last year and 0-7 in the Big East Conference. Over his five years the Scarlet Knights were 11-44.
He went to Rutgers after a year coaching running backs
Shea played quarterback for the University of Oregon and then spent two seasons, 1968 and 1969, as a graduate assistant coach there.
the quarterbacks and running backs for the Canadian Football League's British Columbia Lions.
Shea coached at Mt. Hood Community College in Gresham, Oregon, then joined the staff at Utah State, where Eric Hipple and Bob Gagliano, both later to become pro quarterbacks, played for him.
His first Division I head coaching job was at San Jose State, where he was 15-6-2 and won Big West titles in 1990 and 1992. Among his players there was Jerry Garcia, a quarterback now with the San Francisco 49ers who was picked for this year's Pro Bowl.
ST. LOUIS — St. Louis Rams coach Mike Martz moved quickly yesterday to fill the void left by the departure of Al Saunders, naming Bobby Jackson associate coach and Ken Zampese wide receivers coach.
Saunders filled both jobs before leaving the Rams on Monday to rejoin new Chiefs coach Dick
Martz completes staff after coach's departure
Vermell in Kansas City, Saunders, brought to St. Louis by Vermell, will be the Chiefs' offensive coordinator.
The Rams also hired former Rams wide receiver Henry Ellard as offensive assistant.
Jackson, 60, joined the Rams prior to the 2000 season as running backs coach. He was named offensive coordinator just prior to training camp. Along with Martz, he guided an offense that led the NFL in several categories.
Jackson will continue his duties as offensive coordinator and running backs coach.
"It's just an indication of how important he is to me, this team, and this program," Martz said of Jackson.
Zampese, 33, joined the Rams staff as an offensive assistant prior to last season. He is the son of longtime NFL offensive coordinator Emie Zampese, an early mentor to Martz.
"Ken is a brilliant young coach," Martz said. "He really understands what we're trying to do offensively."
what we are trying to do is observe Ellard, 39, coached at Fresno State last season. The 16-year NFL veteran spent 11 seasons with the Rams (1983-1993). He is eighth in NFL history in receptions and third in receiving yards.
MLB
Prosecutor dismisses charges against pitcher
BALTIMORE — A domestic abuse case filed against New York Mets pitcher Armando Benitez by his former girlfriend was dismissed last Wednesday by a Baltimore prosecutor.
"On behalf of Armando, we are pleased that the State's Attorney took the action that she did based on the facts before her," said Benitez' agent Mike Powers.
"There was not sufficient evidence to try him, and we're not going forward with the case," said Joyce Jefferson Daniels, a representative for Baltimore City State's Attorney Patricia Jessamy.
The former girlfriend, Stacey O'Neill, accused the Mets reliever in separate police complaints of punching and scrape-
The Mets had been confident Benitez would be cleared.
ing her in October and slamming a door against her during an argument in November.
"We are glad that the matter in Baltimore has been resolved." general manager Steve Phillips said. "We will continue to monitor the situation."
The Associated Press
Sports Calendar
Women's basketball vs. Oklahoma. 7p.m.
Swimming at Nebraska,
7 p.m.
Indoor Track
KU/KSU/MU Triangular
at Columbia, Mo.
Men's basketball vs. Kansas State, 3 p.m.
Women's basketball at Kansas State, 7 p.m.
Men's tennis vs. Louisville and Ark-Little Rock.
Men's tennis vs. Middle Tennessee State, 1 p.m.
First-time PGA pro fails to make cut
The Associated Press
HONOLULU — Matt Kuchar never needed money to smile.
That much was evident when he walked off the 18th green at Waiataale Country Club as the sun began to duck behind Diamond Head. The Sony Open was his first PGA Tour event as a professional, but some things never change.
Kuchar didn't earn a dime in Hawaii.
And the smile that charmed galleries during his special run through the Masters and U.S. Open two years ago came just as easily in a moment of despair. He had just missed the cut.
It was easy to dazzle the world with that gee-whiz grin in 1998. Kuchar was a Georgia Tech sophomore who graced Augusta National with a wide-eyed gaze that belied a game good enough to tie for 21st and earn an invitation back to the Masters.
two months later, Kuchar starred again in the U.S. Open. He outplayed defending champion Ernie Els and British Open champion Justin Leonard to reach the weekend just two strokes off the lead, and wound up in a respectable tie for 14th.
With Kuchar, sometimes it's hard to tell the difference.
Asked about the difference between playing golf as an amateur and a professional, Kuchar recalled a conversation he shared with the caddie he had at the Australian Open, where he made his professional debut and tied for 31st.
"It's pretty cool to play golf for a living, whereas most guys work all their lives to play golf on the weekend," Kuchar said. "It's still golf. Only you receive a check at the end of the week, however."
Just think of the choices it could make. Kuchar has a three-year deal with Precept (hat, bag and ball), but nothing like the contracts on the table when his popularity was at its peak. Kuchar never
He passed it up for two more years at Georgia Tech.
saw any numbers but guesses the deals would have been worth at least $2 million.
He passed it up for two more years at Georgia Tech.
"Had I left school, taken whatever was out there,
even if had I become very successful by this time. I
thought that would have been the best way he could have gone back to school. I wish I could have those two years back to run with all my mates, to not have a care," he said.
The first player to win the U.S. Amateur after Tiger Woods turned pro, Kuchar never won another. He didn't even get past qualifying his last two tries. And Georgia Tech never won an NCAA title, losing to Oklahoma State in a playoff last June.
Kuchar didn't decide to turn pro until after the deadline passed for PGA Tour qualifying school. He worked as an investment banker in south Florida, tempted to follow in the steps of Bobby Jones and remain an amateur for life.
He played the Sony Open on a sponsor's exemption, and hopes to hear back from Pebble Beach this week. Kuchar gets six more exemptions. If he can earn $247,037 — same as 150th player on the money list last year — he gets unlimited exemptions. If not, it's off to Monday qualifying on the PGA or Buy.com tours, or chump change on the mini-tours.
The same week Kuchar made his PGA Tour debut as a pro, Justin Rose came within one stroke of his first professional victory in South Africa.
After Kuchar's stellar play in the Masters and the U.S. Open, the 17-year-old English amateur Rose whipped Royal Birkdale into a frenzy by finishing in a tie for fourth in the British Open. Rose turned up the next day, missed 21 straight cuts and took three trips to European Q-school.
Yukking it up with his mates. Enjoying his youth. Smiling.
Always smiling.
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