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The Hanford Sentinel Monday, November 22, 1999 Third MLS championship in 4 two goals by Galaxy Jaime defensive Moreno in mistakes. the 19th They minute set and up top again years clinched in win over LA time game in MVP the first Ben half. Olsen three minutes into extra KUALA LUMPUR, FOXBORO, Mass. (AP) The grass seeds By the time Moreno scored, Los Angeles Malaysia (AP) Tiger Woods nestled in the hard dirt in front of the net, the was without Fraser, the MLS defender of the was simply overpowering. same net where D.C.

United scored the goals year. After the game, his arm was in a sling Woods led the United States that made it MLS champion again. 3 because of a broken left collarbone suffered in to victory in the 32-team World The surface of Foxboro Stadium, both sides the fifth minute when he fell after a hit from Cup on Sunday by producing agreed, was deplorable, a condition several behind by Roy Lassiter. the best score in the tournaplayers used to make a pitch for construction "I beat him to the ball and got pushed from ment's history and taking indiof stadiums built solely for soccer. behind and there was no call.

It was a foul," vidual honors by a record nine "The field was in criminal shape," Los Fraser said. strokes. Angeles Galaxy star Cobi Jones said. "It definitely changed the game for them, to Woods shot a 6-under-par "It was worse than a high school football lose the defender of the year," D.C. coach 65, more than offsetting a 77 by field," D.C.'s Jeff Agoos said.

"I'm shocked Thomas Rongen said, "but that's the nature of partner Mark O' Meara. He finto see those conditions." the beast with injuries." ished at 21-under 263 and But they stressed that both teams had to play D.C., which has played in all four title O' Meara had 282 for a fiveon the same surface where the United won 2- added another to its victory over Spain, to shot 545 0 Sunday for their third championship in the games, 550. championship four seasons of a league still battling for "Tiger rose to the occasion," dynasty as Los Angeles managed only two shots on goal as goalkeeper Tom Presthus amid America's major sports. recorded the shutout. O' Meara said.

"He met the acceptance It had been less than six full days since the took 1-0 lead after Los challenge." same field was beaten up during the New AP photo Washington a Keyed by Woods' performYork Jets' 24-17 NFL victory over the New D.C. United goalkeeper Tom Presthus (22) dives to protect the net as defender Eddie ance, the United States to erase Angeles goalkeeper Kevin Hartman made a England Patriots last That's clears the shot L.A. forward Cobi Jones first half sprawling save on Caligiuri Spain's lead over the last nine Lassiter's shot. Monday night. Pope, right, by Galaxy (13) during kicked the ball out, but it went right to hardly enough time for the seeds to sprout in action in the MLS Championship Sunday.

Moreno, who scored on a low shot. holes, ensuring that the cup mid-November with little rain. would return to the United "Do they throw Miracle-Gro on it?" Los On the second goal, Hartman's clearing States. Angeles defender Paul Caligiuri said. "That's It's not going to happen overnight." "It was tough," said the United's Richie attempt hit the onrushing Lassiter.

Rather than This was the fifth time in six we're to succeed to build In Foxboro, the title game was played on the Williams, who cleared Carlos Hermosillo's pick up the ball, Hartman, the MLS goalkeep- tournaments and ninth in 13 why struggling our league's smallest field, measuring 68 yards by potential tying shot from the goal line in the of the dribbled. As he tried to kick fields." er year, that Woods came out on top. It own soccer-specific 106 yards. A strip of dirt ran nearly unbroken 32nd minute. "It was a small field and, if you again, his foot struck the ground first and the also marked his 13th The only one in the 12-team league is in the middle of the field, and football noticed, it's lot of dirt it." straight up yard got a on ball went to Olsen, who scored easily.

victory in tournaments in Columbus, and Galaxy captain Robin Fraser lines were still visible. Players struggled to There was plenty in front of the net where "I couldn't miss that one," said Olsen, the which he led after 54 holes. said building more "will be a slow process. control bouncing balls. an otherwise evenly played game turned on 1998 MLS rookie of the year.

Shoddy playing surface doesn't stop D.C. United Tiger's on BRIEFS Streaking Kings reverse roles with slumping Rockets Hanford National LL meeting Tuesday the them for the sixth ASSOCIATED PRESS NBA I SuperSonics by beating HANFORD Hanford National Little League will hold its officers' consecutive time. election meeting on Tuesday, Nov. 23 at 6 p.m. at Golden West Pancake The two teams have reversed roles.

The secutive game and fell to 2-10 this season. Tom Gugliotta scored 16 points for Phoenix. House, 920 E. Lacey Blvd. Information: Marty, 582-1477, or Maria 584- Sacramento Kings are coasting, while the Charles Barkley added 19 points.

Timberwolves 105, Grizzlies 81 1280. Houston Rockets struggle for each victory. "They are struggling, but any time you have Kevin Garnett had 15 points and 14 rebounds After beating the Kings 11 straight times enter- Olajuwon and Barkley, someone is eventually as Minnesota snapped an 11-game road losing Bullpups wrestling club signups ing the season, Houston has lost twice in four going to pay down the road," Kings center Vlade streak. days, the latest a 110-105 Sacramento victory Divac said. "I think they will come back, they are Rookie Wally Szczerbiak added 19 points on 8- HANFORD- Signups for the Bullpup wrestling club take place Sunday night at Arco Arena.

still a good team." for-11 shooting, and Terrell Brandon had 18 and Mondays from 6-7 p.m. at the Hanford High wrestling room on the East Chris Webber had 28 points and 11 rebounds So are the Kings, who improved to 7-1, tying eight assists as the Timberwolves won their fifth Campus. Practices take place Mondays from 6-7 p.m., and interested and Jason Williams added 25 points and 12 the franchise mark for the best start, held by the game in six outings to improve to 5-2. Minnesota youngsters are encouraged to sign up. Information: Michael Wright at 582- assists as the Kings won their sixth straight game.

1952-53 Rochester Royals. They have won 12 also beat Vancouver for the 12th time in 13 meet4401, ext. 3915. "They're a balanced team with a good forward, straight at home over the past two seasons. ings.

good center and good crowd," said Hakeem Suns 99, SuperSonics 86 Pistons 113, Bucks 94 Olajuwon, who finished with 20 points and 15 Jason Kidd scored 18 of his 25 points in the Grant Hill had 31 points and seven assists to Softball pitching clinic HANFORD Hanford Youth Softball will conduct a pitching clinic at rebounds. "It's up to them how far they want to second half, and Phoenix handed visiting Seattle lead host Detroit to its third straight victory. the Hanford West cafeteria Mondays from 6-9 p.m. For more information, go. As you can see, they've had a chance to win its first loss in seven games against Western Lindsey Hunter scored 21 and Jerry Stackhouse Hanford softball coach Gary Marchbanks at 582-1318.

every game." Conference opponents. had 19 for Detroit. Ray Allen led the Bucks with contact Rookie Steve Francis had 21 points and nine Kidd also had 14 assists and seven rebounds, 33 on 13-of-15 shooting and Glenn Robinson Bullpup football awards banquet assists for the Rockets, who lost their fifth con- helping the Suns keep up their recent mastery of added 20. HANFORD Hanford High's varsity, junior varsity and freshman football programs will be recognized at the team's annual football awards banquet. This year's event is scheduled for Wednesday, Dec.

1 at HUHS East Campus cafeteria. All parents and supporters of Bullpup football are invited to the event. Any parents of players not notified a about the banquet can contact Marie Portugal at 582-1556 (home) or 584-2771 (work) for more information. Valley ICE U-16 softball tryouts VISALIA The Valley ICE 16-and-under softball team will conduct a tryout for prospective players Sunday, Dec. 5 from 1-4 p.m.

at College of the Sequoias softball diamond. The tryout is for the express purpose of selecting members for the upcoming summer season. The team is coached by Mike Mendoza and James Netto. All interested players and parents seeking more information about the ICE experience and the 16-U summer team may contact Mendoza (582- 6277) or Netto (585-0806 or 582-0399). Lemoore NJB signups ongoing LEMOORE Lemoore Parks and Recreation Department is accepting registration for the 2000 National Junior Basketball season this Tuesday, Nov.

23 from 10 a.m.-Noon at Civic Auditorium, 435 St. The recreational league is open to boys and girls grades 1-8. Registration fees are $30 for kids grades 1-2 and $35 for grades 3-8 through Tuesday, Nov. 30. There's a $5 discount for a second player in the same family, and an additional late fee of $5 for signups beginning Wednesdat, Dec.

1. Remaining registration dates is Tuesday, Nov. 30 from 5-7 p.m. Teams are formed in December, with league play starting in January. YMCA basketball signups HANFORD Enrollment is now being accepted for Kings County YMCA Youth Basketball League.

The league is a skills-oriented program, and emphasizes basic fundamentals of the game. Participants will be taught honesty, respect, caring, responsibility and sportsmanship. Team practices in six age-based divisions are scheduled during the week, with games on Saturdays. Registration runs through Dec. 31 at a cost of $38 for YMCA members and $58 for non-members.

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He'll get some starting today when the third-ranked Tigers travel to California to begin preparations for Saturday's game against No. 9 Stanford. "I think there will be lots of girls there," joked N'diaye, a native of Senegal. "I'm just saying that's what they show on TV." N'diaye had career highs of 21 points and 18 rebounds Sunday and Chris Porter scored 20 as Auburn overwhelmed Arkansas-Pine Bluff 100-44 Sunday. The 7-foot center had a careerhigh 14 rebounds Friday against ASSOCIATED PRESS UAB, and almost matched that figure by halftime with 11.

He was also 11-of-16 from the line. Jay Heard had 14 points for the Tigers (2-0), Scott Pohlman added 11 and Daymeon Fishback had 10. Doc Robinson had 11 assists. No. 6 Temple 60, Miami, Ohio 47 At Philadelphia, Pepe Sanchez keyed Temple at both ends before spraining his right ankle with 15 seconds left in the game.

Sanchez had seven steals, 10 assists and nine points in the Owls' season opener. He was later on crutches and his status for the next game, Friday against Indiana, was uncertain. Mark Karcher scored 18 points for Temple. Anthony Taylor had 16 points for Miami of Ohio, playing its first game since Wally Sponsors help Boylan reach goal Hanford resident Mike Boylan reached his goal of $2,000 to travel to Tokyo, Japan for the world arm wrestling championships at the end of the month, with the aid of bowlers at Kings County Bowl. SPORTS STAFF A new bowling ball was donated and raffled off, with funds raised helping offset Boylan's remaining travel costs.

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No. 22 Iowa 95, Matt Williams led Montana with Eastern Illinois 79 18 points and 10 rebounds. He was At Iowa Jacob Jacks scored 10-for-15 from the free-throw line, City, and his drives led to Calvary, Axel 29 points and Dean Oliver had 27 as the Hawkeyes downed Eastern Dench and Mark Spink fouling out. Illinois. Oklahoma 75, Cal 58 Jaacks and Oliver combined to 19 of the last 25 for Diving for loose balls and soaring score points Iowa to slap away -break layups.

(2-1). Eduardo Najera led the Sooners (3- midway 0) to the Top of the World Classic John Smith's basket through the second half pulled the title at Fairbanks, Alaska. Panthers within 66-63 before Iowa Najera opened Sunday's final pulled away. against California with an alley-oop No. 25 Gonzaga 76, Montana 61 dunk, scored 23 points, pulled down At Missoula, Casey 8 rebounds, and contained Cal's best Calvary scored 17 points for player Sean Lampley to nine points Gonzaga in the season opener for and two rebounds.

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