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Friday, November 3. 1995
UNIVERSITY DAILY KANSAN
McGrath won't don a redshirt
By Matt Irwin
Kansan sportswriter
It's time to dispel a rumor.
C. B. McGrath is not going to redshirt.
"That's all rumor," McGrath said. "My parents even called and asked if I was going to redshirt. My girlfriend even asked me. I've never said anything about redshirting."
McGrath, a sophomore point
guard on the Kansas men's basketball team, said that he knew junior Jacque Vaughn and senior Calvin Ray ford would play in front of him at the point guard position
C. B. McGrath
this season. Freshman Ryan Robertson may play more minutes than McGrath at both the point guard and shooting guard positions.
But despite his lack of playing time, McGráth said he didn't want
"I really don't want to," McGrath said. He said that the season was already long, and without getting a chance to play, it would be even longer.
to spend the year practicing without a chance at playing.
McGrath said he might not play much in the future even if he did sit out this season.
"If I redshirt, they're going to recruit another McDonald's All-American, the McGrath said. "So why sit out a whole year, and they get another Jacque Vaughn in two years? I'm enjoying myself."
Kansas men's basketball coach Roy Williams said that he hoped that all his point guards would get a chance to play.
"So far I've never asked anyone to redshirt," Williams said. "I haven't discussed it with C.B. or Ryan. Calvin can't redshirt, and I probably won't redshift Jacque.
"Hopefully, we'll play a fast enough tempo that everybody will get tired, and I'll get to play all of them."
McGrath played in every game last season and averaged one point and. 8 assists a game. After expecting to play at a smaller school, such as Washburn University in Topeka, the Topeka West High School graduate said he was happy to get playing time at Kansas.
"I never thought I would play," McGraath said. "They never assured me I'd play, anyway. Whatever I play, I work for. I still have two more years after this year."
"I'm at the place I want to be." McGrath said. "When I was little, I used to cry when they'd lose. I never thought I could be out there."
McGrath is one of the few Kansas basketball players that knows what it is like to grow up as a Kansas basketball fan in Kansas.
McGrath, who walked on to the team and earned a scholarship last season, said that wearing the Kansas uniform was something he never thought would happen.
"It's totally different sitting down there," McGrath said about being on the bench instead of the stands. "It doesn't seem the same. When you're not there living it and you're watching it, it's just unbelievable. It really hasn't hit me yet. I guess after I get done playing I'll understand how important it was."
Men's golf team to face Woods
Kansas hopes to end fall season with a win on Stanford course
By Spencer Duncan Kansan sportswriter
While Kansas students probably will spend the weekend battling rain and sleet, the Kansas men's golf team will be basking in the sun.
Today, under the warm sun in Palo Alto, Calif., the team will finish a
slow fall season
finish a slow fall
season.
"I think we went into the season with high expectations."
Kansas
senior golfer Slade Adams said. "I thought we would do a lot better than we have."
The Jayhawks have struggled this season, and many players think that the team has not been
"If we can play well,that will show some players a lot about themselves."
Slade Adams Kansas senior golfer
playing at its potential. The team hopes to finish the disappointing season on a high note.
"We would like to play well," Kansas senior Alan Stearns said. "That is important."
A shotgun start will kick off 36 holes today at the Stanford Fall Invitation on the Stanford Golf Course in Palo Alto.
The par-71 tournament will conclude with 18 holes of play tomorrow.
Although the team has not been playing as well as it would like,
Kansas does not enter the tournament discouraged.
It is tied for the 32nd place nationally in the Rolex Collegiate Rankings. Adams and senior Dan Rooney are tied for 46th place in the individual rankings.
"As individuals, we just have to play well," Adams said. "We just have to put aside our frustration."
The team will look to Rooney and Adams, who have been consistent throughout the season. Adams leads the Jayhawks with a 73.42 stroke average and has three top-10 tournament finishes.
The Jayhawks' competition includes Stanford University, which is ranked 17th in the nation. The team also will play against Stanford sophomore Tiger Woods, who is ranked 13th nationally.
Stearns, senior Jason Seeman and redshirt freshman Chris Thompson also will compete for the Jayhawks.
"A lot of players have been frustrated," Adams said. "If we can play well, that will show some players a lot about themselves."
None of this fazes the team, though.
Today's Birthday (Nov. 3):
You could get a job that is an adventure this year. Just for the fun of it, you might take on something that is downright dangerous! Sell what you don't need in December. January is excellent for learning, so enroll in a class. The one who sticks by you in March is a real keeper. Do something romantic as a reward for you both in July. Expect a challenge in August. October should be lovely, if you've kept your agreements.
Arles (March 21-April 19):
You're quick, decisive and confident. If you work with a partner, you may even be lucky. Pick someone who is friendly, interesting and very good-looking. Leave your credit cards at home. You could be tempted to spend way more than you have.
Horoscopes By Linda C. Block
Gemini (May 21-June 21):
It's a good time for love, especially with a bold, brave and slightly heroic type. If you're looking for one, go to your nearest gym or sporting goods store.
A group outing should be exciting, but finish your chores first.
If you don't, there will be trouble.
Taurus (April 20-May 20): If a hothead threatens your peace of mind today, sidestep the issue. You and a partner can get more done in private, so stay there! Specifically avoid large bureaucrats and large bureaucrats. A flirtatious co-worker may not be as serious as you are.
romance, you may not want to do anything else. If you can get away with it, congratulations! Don't try anything sneaky at work, though. The boss is not going to be in the mood for excuses. The solution to a riddle may become obvious tonight.
Cancer (June 22-July 22):
This is such a good day for
Leo (July 23-Aug. 22): It would be a mistake to follow your first impulse today. The one who wins this standoff will be the one who is most committed to a long-term goal. If you're not, don't complain if you lose. A mechanical glitch should be fixed. Your plans will go more smoothly after that.
Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22):
This is an excellent day for learning. However, don't expect it to be through textbooks. You need to pay attention to those around you, and soak up information from them. If a loved one wants you to spend money foolishly, decline the offer.
Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 23):
You could get to use your diplomatic skills to help fierce antagonists reach agreement. In the meantime, you may be attracted strongly to a daring warrior. If you're worried about money, don't panic. You may discover a previously untapped opportunity.
Scorpio (Oct. 24-Nov. 21):
Tempers may flare at work today. It might be easier to do the job by yourself. You'll get along well with an older person, since that one will follow your lead. Don't try to pin down your sweetheart to a new commitment just yet. Allow a little freedom.
Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec.
21): Your love life should start to improve noticeably by tonight. Take advantage of the situation. Set up a date with a person who is even more outrageous than you are! Evade one who would tattle to those who don't need to know. You deserve a break!
Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan.
19): Don't let a hot temper or a thoughtless action destroy something that took years to build. Keep working with a group that shares your goals,
and don't give up! An outburst from a roommate may be revealing, but don't take it too seriously.
Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): You might have to devise a new plan to meet new regulations. Don't argue with an older person. Instead, start studying. You may be able to learn from a less inhibited person, but the reverse is also true. Don't be intimidated! Also, don't do anything stupid.
Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20): If you find yourself in the middle of a disagreement, trust your intuition. You may know more than the others think, and that is to your advantage. Things will quiet down in a couple of days. In the meantime, stay away from a wild person if you want to keep your money.
Note: Horoscopes have no basis in scientific fact and should be read for entertainment only.
Don King denies charges of fraud
The Associated Press
The spike-haired promoter of many of boxing's biggest names loudly, firmly and at times angrily denounced the testimony of a former accountant.
NEW YORK — Calling claims that he ordered employees to cheat Lloyd's of London "lunacy," boxing promoter Don King took the witness stand yesterday, beginning his defense in an insurance-fraud trial.
"It's idiocy," King said of accusations that he told the accountant, Joseph Maffia, to make up $350,000 in training expenses that never were paid to Julio Cesar Chayze for a planned 1991 bout.
"No." King responded, his voice reflecting his anger. "On your oath?" Fleming asked.
"Did you do anything like that?" lawyer Peter Fleming Jr. asked him.
"On my oath." King said.
It was the first time King had publicly discussed the case. The trial began six weeks ago in federal court in Manhattan.
King, 64, could get a maximum 45 years in prison if convicted of nine counts of wire fraud. He is charged with faking a contract to claim that he paid $350,000 in nonfundable training fees to Chavez, the WBC super lightweight champion.
The title fight between Chavez and Harold Brazier was canceled after Chavez cut his nose while sparring.
Maffia testified last week that King had told him to designate $350,000 of a $736,000 loan King had made to Chavez as training expenses because actual training expense receipts had added up to less than $160,000.
MANHATTAN — Two Kansas State football players have pleaded not guilty to charges resulting from an alleged assault in August against two men and a dog. The court entered a not-guilty plea for a third man, who also was charged.
The Associated Press
"Did you have any such conversation?" Fleming asked King yesterday.
K-State players plead not guilty
"No," King answered. "That was idiocy ... It's inconceivable."
Chavez testified earlier that he had been paid only $80,000 in training fees. He said that he had understood the $736,000 loan had to be repaid.
The judge entered a plea for junior quarterback Brian Kavanah after his attorney, Robert Pottroff, said his client was not ready to enter a plea.
Senior linebacker Percell Gaskins and junior defensive end Nyle Wiren pleaded not guilty Wednesday before Judge Jerry Mershon.
Maffia was fired in 1991, several months after King accused him of stealing money.
"I can tell you our position is that my client is not guilty of any criminal offense," Potroff said.
"I still can't understand based on two readings of the reports what, if anything, any witness has to say that would indicate my client," he said.
Preliminary hearings were scheduled at 10:30 a.m. Monday for Gaskins and 2:30 p.m. for Wiren. Kavanagh's next appearance is Nov. 16.
Each player has been charged with two counts of battery and one count each of criminal damage to property, conspiracy to commit battery and cruelty to animals.
Authorities say the three football players went with a group of players to a house in retaliation for a confrontation that bloodied two teammates earlier in the evening. The three players are accused of beating two men and throwing a piece of concrete at a dog.
Torre, 55, was fired by the St. Louis Cardinals last June. He becomes the Yankees' 21st manager since George Steinbrenner bought the team in 1973.
Torre has a .471 winning percentage in 14 seasons as a major-league manager. He has led one team to a first-place finish: the 1982 Atlanta Braves, who won the NL West and were swept by the Cardinals in the playoffs.
The Yankees gave Torre a two-year contract worth $1.05 million, the same amount turned down by Showalter last
Torre succeeds Showalter as Yankees manager.
NEW YORK — Joe Torre was hired Wednesday to succeed Buck Showalter as manager of the New York Yankees.
The Associated Press
Showalter, popular with many Yankees players and fans, said last week he was willing to continue negotiations on a contract to replace the $1 million, three-year contract he completed this season. But Steinbrenner issued a statement saying Showalter had resigned.
While Showalter and Steinbrenner were negotiating, Gene Michael quit as general manager. Joe Molloy, the Yankees' managing general partner and Steinbrenner's son-in-law, hired Houston general manager Bob Watson to replace him.
Torre was 351-354 with the Cardinals, a team he took over in 1990. He also has managed the New York Mets and Atlanta
He took over the Mets in the 1977 season and was fired late in 1981, then he took over the Braves before the 1982 season and spent three years in Atlanta.
week. He will be paid $500,000 this season and $550,000 next year.
Torre then became a broadcaster for the Angels and stayed with California until Aug. 1, 1990, when the Cardinals hired him to replace Whitey Herzog.
He spent 18 seasons in the majors as a catcher, first baseman and third baseman hitting, 297 with 252 and 1,185 RBI.
His best year was 1971, when he won the NL Most Valuable Player Award after hitting .363 with 230 hits, 24 homers and 137 RBI. He led the league in average, hits and RBI.
Braves, and his career record is 894.1003.
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