Sports

Sullivan breaks Canadian record

Michigan track star Kevin Sullivan has a knack for doing things on a grand scale. In his first three years of collegiate competition, Sullivan established a huge reputation - winning three national and seven Big Ten championships.

'M' man of steel defies obstacles

The form taken by greatness is often unassuming. True, this does sound like a phrase found on the crinkled strip of paper inside a fortune cookie. But the idea is not without validity.

Fisher's fans 'believe in Steve'

Tomorrow night, Michigan basketball coach Steve Fisher will be able to do something he probably hasn't done in a long time - relax. Jim Duggan, a Wayne County executive and friend of Fisher's, is planning a party to lift the coach's spirits.

Get With The Program: How to develop a national powerhouse in 10 years or less

In 1993, Michigan women's gymnast Beth Wymer captured the national title in the uneven bars. It was the first time a Wolverine won a national title in women's gymnastics.

But the significance of the event went beyond the short-term satisfaction of the individual championship.

The Sporting Views:: Allegations may be bad, but backcourt might be worse

Did any money change hands? What about the cars? What about the birthday cakes? What about the boosters? So many technical questions are being tossed around about possible ethical improprieties of Steve Fisher and his program that one basic issue - in fact, the central issue - often seems to be forgotten.

No matter how it's spelled, Michigan spikers get no respect from Big Ten

The preseason volleyball polls are in, and someone isn't altogether pleased - namely, Michigan coach Greg Giovanazzi. The Big Ten coaches voted on where teams will finish after the upcoming volleyball season. Their choice: Penn State in first ... and Michigan in seventh place.

07-23-97

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