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Pro Bowl Center Wiegmann Attends Former Prep Coach's Funeral Denver Broncos center Casey Wiegmann received a haunting message from his high school coach Ed Thomas prior to his death, telling him to return in the event he passed away. Time Off From Tour Could Be Armstrong's Biggest Challenge Seven-time Tour de France winner Lance Armstrong, back for the first time since 2005, will face a big challenge when he saddles up for the world's toughest cycling race. Federer Reaches Record Seventh Straight Wimbledon Final; Roddick Ousts Murray Five-time champion Roger Federer, seeking his sixth Wimbledon title, breezed past 24th seeded German Tommy Haas in straight sets, 7-6, 7-5, 6-3, in the semifinal Friday.

Auto Racing			NBA
Nationwide Chief Berry Has Penalty Lowered NASCAR Nationwide Series crew chief Bryan Berry, recently suspended indefinitely, had his penalty reduced by NASCAR. NASCAR Chair France Addresses Issues Facing Sport NASCAR Chairman and CEO Brian France addressed the media Friday afternoon in the infield media center at Daytona International Speedway and discussed the issues facing the sport. Newman, Wimmer Swap Nationwide Races Ryan Newman, previously scheduled to compete at Kansas, will instead drive at Bristol on Aug. 21, while Scott Wimmer will pilot the No. 5 JR Motorsports entry on Oct. 3 at Kansas Speedway.			Changing Places: Artest Goes To Lakers; Ariza Lands In Houston The Los Angeles Lakers, in essentially a swap of free-agent forwards, came to terms with former Houston Rockets' forward Ron Artest Thursday, ending their pursuit of improving swingman Trevor Ariza. Shaq Says Cavaliers, With Him At Center, Have All The Right Pieces Shaquille O'Neal is ready to rock in Cleveland and claimed Thursday he will do his utmost to bring an NBA title to this championship-hungry city along with reigning MVP Lebron James. Report: Lakers May Keep Odom Over Ariza Unrestricted free agent Trevor Ariza, displeased with the Los Angeles Lakers' offer, could leave the club that he helped win the NBA crown this past season
College Basketball			NFL
UK Seeks Transfer Of Gillispie Suit From Texas To Kentucky The University of Kentucky wants a transfer of the case filed by former coach Billy Gillispie from Texas to Kentucky, if the lawsuit filed last May isn't dismissed. Ramsay Flies With Hawks; St. Joe's Names Facility After Former Coach Saint Joseph's University dedicated the 20,000 square-foot Ramsay Basketball Center to the Hall of Fame coach Dr. Jack Ramsay Friday. Ramsay, now an NBA broadcaster, led the team to the Final Four in 1961. Jeff Jordan, Son Of Bulls Legend, Ends Hoops Career With Illinois Jeffrey Jordan, the 20-year-old son of Chicago Bulls legend Michael Jordan, announced Wednesday he is leaving the University of Illinois basketball team to focus more on his studies.			Pro Bowl Center Wiegmann Attends Former Prep Coach's Funeral Denver Broncos center Casey Wiegmann received a haunting message from his high school coach Ed Thomas prior to his death, telling him to return in the event he passed away. Former NFL Linebacker Napolski Pleads Not Guilty In Murder Case Former NFL linebacker Eric Naposki plead not guilty for the cold case murder of Bill McLaughlin he allegedly committed 14 years ago. Ex-Cowboys Great Aikman Pitches In With Padres; Becomes Part-Owner Dallas Cowboys legend Troy Aikman decided to become partial owner of baseball's San Diego Padres, and even tossed out the first pitch at the team's game Thursday.
College Football			NHL
Police Probing Longhorns' Kindle On Apartment Crash Authorities are investigating University of Texas linebacker Sergio Kindle, who crashed his vehicle into an apartment building last week while allegedly reading a text message. Native Stays Put: Safety Ogletree Chooses Georgia Over Miami Promising safety Alec Ogletree said Saturday he is choosing Georgia over Miami, giving the Bulldogs at least 10 commitments for their 2010 recruiting class. NC State Linebacker Irving Recovering After Surgery Following Car Crash North Carolina State linebacker Nate Irving is recovering well after undergoing surgery Sunday following a car crash over the weekend, school officials said Monday.			Coyotes Ink Defenseman Aucoin To 1-Year Deal The Phoenix Coyotes bolstered their young blueline Thursday after signing veteran defenseman Adrian Aucoin to a one-year deal. Recchi Stays With Bruins Via One-Year Deal Veteran right winger Mark Recchi will stay on for another year at Boston after the Bruins inked him to a one-season deal Thursday. Rebuilding Rangers Land Forwards Gaborik, Brashear The rebuilding New York Rangers made a splash on the opening day of free agency, inking free agent forward Marian Gaborik to a five-year deal, estimated to reach $7 million per season.
Golf			Soccer
Kim Shoots Course-Record 62 At Congressional Anthony Kim opened his title defense bid in record-smashing fashion, drilling a 62 to hold the early lead in the PGA National Thursday at Congressional Country Club. Cowboys' Quarterback Romo Looks To Pick Tiger's Brain At AT&T National Dallas Cowboys quarterback Tony Romo, playing with tournament host Tiger Woods, got a chance to pick the brains of the current world No. 1 golfer Wednesday in the pro-am for the AT&T National. Tough Economic Times Hit Golf; Sponsorships, Purses Tumble The tough economic times are rolling down the chain to golf and a recent Nationwide purse suddenly dropped. The LPGA tour is also losing tournaments due to the downturn.			Landon Takes Verbal Shots At Beckham; Says Soccer Star Not A Good Teammate Landon Donovan, who wears the Galaxy armband in David Beckham's absence, took some verbal swipes at the English midfielder in a new book due out late this month. Report: U.S. Midfielder Bradley May Face Additional Penalties After Ref Confrontation As the pain lingers from Sunday's American loss in the Confederations Cup, many fingers are pointing toward referee Jorge Larrionda from the U.S. semifinal match. Sounders Nail Shutout Win To Halt Surging Rapids; Jaqua Nets Pair Seattle smacked down Colorado's rapid rise in the Western Conference with a 3-0 shutout win Sunday night at Qwest Field.
MLB			Sports Extra
Ex-Cowboys Great Aikman Pitches In With Padres; Becomes Part-Owner Dallas Cowboys legend Troy Aikman decided to become partial owner of baseball's San Diego Padres, and even tossed out the first pitch at the team's game Thursday. Mariners Stun Sabathia In Series Finale Against Bombers C.C. Sabathia gave up six runs in 5 2-3 innings as the New York Yankees had their seven-game win streak snapped with an 8-4 loss to the Seattle Mariners Thursday night. Abreu Homers Twice, Lackey Solid In Eight Innings, Angels Top O's Bobby Abreu drove in four runs with a pair of homers, helping the Los Angeles Angels notch a 5-2 victory over the Baltimore Orioles Thursday night at Angel Stadium.			Time Off From Tour Could Be Armstrong's Biggest Challenge Seven-time Tour de France winner Lance Armstrong, back for the first time since 2005, will face a big challenge when he saddles up for the world's toughest cycling race. Palm Beach (FL.) Minor League Baseball Team Celebrates Lou Gehrig Night The Palm Beach (FL) Cardinals are hosting Lou Gehrig Night Thursday at 7:05pm. at Roger Dean Stadium. Fans will join the fight to find a cure for the deadly illness that took the life of the Yankee great. Mine That Bird, Jockey Borel Split Ways Mine That Bird will have a different rider come August 1, when the Kentucky Derby winner competes at the West Virginia Derby at Mountaineer Park.
Tennis
Federer Reaches Record Seventh Straight Wimbledon Final; Roddick Ousts Murray Five-time champion Roger Federer, seeking his sixth Wimbledon title, breezed past 24th seeded German Tommy Haas in straight sets, 7-6, 7-5, 6-3, in the semifinal Friday. Serena Ousts Dementieva In Epic Semis; Sets Up All-Williams' Wimbledon Final Serena Williams came back from a set down to oust fourth-seeded Russian Elena Dementieva in the semifinals at Wimbledon Thursday. Venus also won her semifinal match, setting up a Williams' final. Federer Topples Karlovic In Straight Sets, Advances To Wimbledon Semis Swiss master Roger Federer, coming off a demolition of Robin Soderling in the third round, advanced to the Wimbledon semifinals after toppling massive-serving Croat Ivo Karlovic Wednesday.