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Quick Looks
Friday January 19,2001
HOROSCOPES
Today's Birthday (Jan. 19). Friends boost you over the top this year. Promise to do something you can't accomplish on your own. You're determined and imaginative in January, an awesome combination. Dump feelings of worthlessness in February, and demand what's coming to you. In March, learn faster than the students you're teaching. They'll keep you on your toes through April. Make time for an old sweetheart in May. The perfect words bring new business in June. Take care of others in July and they'll take care of you. Keep a low profile during the summer, then push hard in November. Have an extra-special celebration in December.
Aries (March 21-April 19) — Today is a 7.
As the day continues you'll feel stronger. A difficult situation is starting to fade. Win or lose, the tough part's over. Get together with friends to celebrate your victory.
Taurus (April 20-May 20) — Today is a 6. You're about to enter a phase when you can advance in your career, but there will be a test. Hopefully, you've done some studying in the last few weeks. Your luck improves if you are prepared.
Gemini (May 21-June 21) — Today is a 7.
Finish the worst of a tough project. Somebody you think is attractive is also ready to relax. Why not go somewhere interesting this weekend? If nobody asks, you do the asking. You're great at that.
Cancer (June 22-July 22) — Today is a 7.
The work routine changes, and it's directing attention to you. If you requested a new tool to make the job easier, it will. Things will go slow during the learning phase, however.
Leo (July 23-Aug. 22) — Today is an 8.
Your sweetheart could throw you a curve, and it's something you secretly hoped would happen. If it's a good time to make a commitment. If the other person doesn't speak up first, get the game going yourself.
Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) — Today is a 7.
Are you trying to change things at home? Are
you moving? It's a great time to recycle. Get rid
of all the stuff you don't want anymore, which
does not necessarily mean your roommate
— but it could.
Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) — Today is an 8.
All the work you've done around your home is starting to pay off. This weekend you'll be ready for rest, relaxation and romance. Schedule a private conversation, and make a long-term commitment.
Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) — Today is a 7.
By now you should know what you want, especially in household furnishings. It's a good week end for a makeover at your place, starting tonight.
Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) — Today is a 7.
The facts should be clear by now, so let people know what you really think. Nicely, of course.
Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan.19) — Today is a 7. Gather your resources, then figure out how to allocate them. A scheme that's hanging around in the back of your mind is starting to take shape. Don't rush it, let it develop naturally.
Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) — Today is a 7.
You're getting stronger, and your team is getting more creative. Get together with those who share your goals, to see what you can come up with. It ought to be awesome.
Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20) — Today is a 7.
If you've been thinking about asking for a promotion, do it. You might take an older person by surprise, but that's OK. Your boss may have a few surprises for you, too.
KANSAS TENNIS
The Kansas men's tennis team starts its spring season tomorrow when it takes on Southwest Missouri State and Creighton in dual-match action at Alvamar Racquet Club.
Echagaray leads squad in spring tennis opener
KANSAS
TENNIS
the Jayhawks, who were ranked fourth in the preseason Region 5 polls, are coming off
The
With Kansas' top five singles players from last year returning, first-year coach Ross Nwachukwu is excited to unveil the youthful 2001 edition of the Kansas tennis squad.
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a fall season that saw two Kansas players capture the regional doubles championship.
"The guys are in good shape and are hitting the ball really well," Nwachuuk said. "They are eager to get the season off to a good start."
The Jayhawks are led by junior Rodrigo Echagaray, the fourth-ranked singles player in Region 5. Southwest Missouri State is ranked ninth in the region, while Creighton enters the season with the No.13 ranking.
“It’s the very first match of the season, and I expect our guys to go out and play hard,” Nwachukuw said. “I don’t expect perfection in our first match of the year, but it’s a good way to gain confidence and experience for the rest of the season.”
The Jayhawks will play Southwest Missouri State at 9 a.m. and Creighton at 3 p.m.
— Kansan staff report
WOMEN'S BASKETBALL
Conferences to face off at Big 12/ACC Challenge
Iowa State and Oklahoma will play in unfamiliar territory when the women's basketball teams play North Carolina State and North Carolina Sunday in the Big 12/ACC Challenge. The Cyclones and Sooners have nonconference games against the Atlantic Coast Conference foes in the made-for-TV scheduling. Iowa State (14-1, 5-0 Big 12) plays N.C. State (11-5, 2-4 ACC) at noon, on Sunday, on ESPN2 in Raleigh, N.C. The Sooners (12-4, 4-1 Big 12) play the Tar Heels (9-6, 2-3 ACC) at 2 p.m. on ESPN2 in Chapel Hill, N.C.
Royals keep Sweeney; Oakland steals Damon
KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Even in the midst of intense contract negotiations this week, Kansas City Royals' first baseman Mike Sweeney knew that when it was all done, he'd be a happy man.
In last year's Big 12/ACC Challenge, Texas upset No. 5 N.C. State 81-77; Iowa State defeated North Carolina 79-67.
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And that he'd use a Reyna. Sweeney's predictions held up yesterday when the club announced it had reached a two-year deal with the All-Star first baseman, avoiding arbitration. Terms of the contract were not disclosed.
Sweeney set a club record last season with 144 RBI — second in the American League — and hit .333 with 29 home runs. He was selected to the American League All-Star team. His base salary last year
And that he'd be a Royal.
"I hope this two-year contract will turn into five or six years ... and allow me to play my whole career in Kansas City," Sweeney said.
Sweeney said he would like to continue with the Royals.
was $2.25 million.
Sweeney's signing offers fans hope that the small-market Royals might retain a core of talented young players despite baseball's wildy escalating salary structure.
The Royals also still have four players eligible for salary arbitration — pitcher Brian Meadows and Jeff Suppan, infielder Dave McCarty and catcher Gregg Zaun.
Outfielder Johnny Damon, rejecting all offers and expecting to become a free agent after next year, was traced to Oakland last week. Still in the fold under contract are talented young players such as third baseman Joe Randa, pitcher Jose Rosado and All-Star outfielder Jermaine Dye.
For more arbitration news, see page 5B.
SEATTLE — Gary Payton, the Seattle SuperSonics' 'All-Star guard, was suspended yesterday for a minimum of one game for conduct detrimental to the team.
Sonics suspend Payton after confrontation
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Team president and general manager Wally Walker announced the suspension, but gave no further details.
Payton and teammate Ruben Patterson had an angry confrontation
during a fourth quarter timeout in Wednesday night's 89-80 home loss against Phoenix.
"To light amongst ourselves is the wrong thing to do." The Seattle Times quoted coach Nate McMillan as saying after the game. "Tempers did fiv. That can't happen."
Patterson declined to discuss the problem after the game and Payton was not available.
Payton was suspended earlier this season after a confrontation with then-coach Westpal in the huddle Nov. 21 at Dallas.
"You play, I'll coach," Westphal told Payton.
Walker announced the next day that Payton was suspended for the Sonics' game that night at San Antonio. Payton met with Westphal, apologized and the suspension was lifted.
The emotional Payton had to be separated from his coach on the court. Afterward, he verbally ripped into Westphal to reporters.
Five days later, the Sonics fired Westphal and replaced him with the popular McMilian, a
former Seattle player and assistant. Payton is an 11-year veteran and six time All-Star who is the team's career scoring leader. He often has clashed with teammates and coaches.
He was involved in a much-publicized weight-room brawl last season with former teammate Vernon Maxwell. Horace Grant was injured in that scuffle, reportedly by a thrown weight.
The Sonics' next game is at home against Minnesota tonight.
The Associated Press
Sports Calendar
Track & Field Indoor meet at Missouri Invitational
Men's basketball vs.
Texas A&M at 3 p.m.
Women's basketball at
Colorado at 7 p.m.
Men's tennis vs. Southwest
Missouri State at 9 a.m.
Men's tennis vs.
Creighton at 3 p.m.
Men's basketball at Colorado at 8 p.m.
ATHLETE OF THE WEEK
Jennifer Jackson
Team: Women's basketball
Year in school: Senior
Position: Guard
Height: 5-foot-10-inches
Hometown: Tuscaloosa, Ala.
Major: Political science
Accomplishment: Jackson set a career high with 23 points against Kansas State in a 78-67 win last Saturday. She then scored 21 points Wednesday against Oklahoma State in a 61-53 loss.
The semester's first Kansan Player of the week honor goes to Jayhawk guard Jennifer Jackson. The Alabama native had an all-time average of 7.2 points before Saturday's game
— 44 points in two games should raise that statistic. Jackson's previous scoring
high was 20 against Iowa State on March 5.1998.The senior tied her career best in field goals with nine against K-State, and a bad
career-high 17 attempts against the Wildcats as well. She had a repeat performance against Oklahoma State when she shot 9-for-17 against the Cowgirls, and scored her 900th point (she needs 94 more to reach the 1,000 point milestone).
Jackson also had four steals against the Wildcats, along with five assists. A team captain, she needs four assists to
move to fourth all-time in that category at Kansas. Jackson was all-Big 12 honorable mention selection last year and has started 106 of 107 games. She was not in the starting lineup last year to make room for five senior starters during Senior Night.
Honorable mention:
- Track senior Scott Russell qualified for the NCAA Indoor Championship last Saturday in the weight throw. Russell's 72-2 1/4 heave reserved his place at the NCAAs.
Senior forward Kenny Gregory had 34 points, 22 rebounds and five assists against Oklahoma and Nebraska.
Sophomore forward Nick Collison had 28 points, 11 rebounds, eight blocks and four steels in the same two games.
Too much head is no good.
The Bar Song
Leaping from bar to bar!
As I roam down the streets of Lawrence!
With my best girl by my side!
We'd sing! Sing! Sing!
Same as it Ever Was...
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