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Vol XXXIII No. 124

Tuesday, April 18, 2000

  Jackson drafted by Broncos in seventh round
By BRIAN KESSLER
Assistant Sports Editor

If seven wasn't Jarious Jackson's favorite number, it probably is now. He wore it on his quarterback jersey for four years at Notre Dame and Sunday, and he was chosen by the Denver Broncos in the seventh and final round of ... [more]


Shay shatters record; qualifies for Olympic trials
By BRIAN BURKE
Sports Writer

Ryan Shay was planning on running the 5,000 meters at the Mt. SAC Relays in Walnut, Calif. this weekend, but after talking with head coach Joe Piane, decided to enter the 10,000 meter race instead. Good thing he changed his mind. ... [more]


No. 10 Hit Squad advances with 21-15 victory
By KATHLEEN O'BRIEN
Associate Sports Editor

The "X-factor" helped No. 10 Hit Squad perform a number on its opponent Amazing Grace and Chuck to earn a spot in the round of 128 in Bookstore Basketball, putting it away 21-15 Monday. Hit Squad benefits from the athleticism ... [more]


Murphy's battle with leukemia motivates Drivin'
By KATHLEEN O'BRIEN
Associate Sports Editor

The most important member of the Bookstore Basketball team Drivin' won't even set foot on the court. He'll face a much tougher challenge today than going up against the No. 4 ranked Franchise squad. Sophomore Conor Murphy, the missing member of ... [more]


Men's Varsity 4 takes gold medal
Special to The Observer

Competing in the Southern Intercollegiate Rowing Association Championships at Oak Ridge, Tenn., the men's rowing club distinguished itself in all events. The Varsity 4 defeated 23 other universities in capturing the gold medal with a time of 6:57. Georgia Tech, ... [more]


Myers, Sharron honored by Big East
Special to The Observer

Notre Dame softball players Jarrah Myers and Jennifer Sharron were honored by the Big East Conference Monday for their performances in the team's seven games last week. A sophomore catcher, Myers earned Big East player of the week honors, while Sharron ... [more]