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Sports Stories for 11-3-2000

Spread 'em: Wildcats once again in must-win position

First to worst, and back to first. It's not too difficult to make the first leg of that journey. Riding the coaster back up the hill is much more of a challenge.

Evanston harbors bad memories for Blue

There is an old saying that claims the highest highs aren't nearly as extreme as the lowest lows. For Michigan, there have been cool nights in Pasadena - and chilling afternoons in Evanston. And depending on who you talk to, Ryan Field is the embodiment of a pessimistic one-liner haunting the Michigan program.

Rivalry week at Hockey 'U' Intrastate showdown nally here for Icers

When the players walk through the tunnel toward the Yost Ice Arena rink tomorrow night, open the gate, and step out onto the ice, one of the first things that they see will be the newest addition to the Old Barn's rafters - Michigan's 2000 CCHA Championship banner.

Soccer advances at Big Tens

The third-seeded Michigan women's soccer team came out fighting in the second half of the Big Ten Tournament quarterfinals to clinch a 2-0 victory over Iowa last night.

'M' hoops nabs JaQuan Hart

According to All-Star Report, Flint native JaQuan Hart will be Michigan's fourth verbal commitment to the basketball team. The 6-5 Hart can play either guard position or small forward and is the first prospect from Flint to come to Michigan since Leon Derricks, in 1992.

Volleyball looks to weekend to re-group

At a critical juncture in the Big Ten season, the Michigan volleyball team finds itself in "a position we never thought we'd be in," according to coach Mark Rosen. That position is near the bottom of the conference standings.

Women's tennis hosts ITA Grand Slam

Coming off last weekend's Marquette Invitational tournament title, the Michigan women's tennis team will host the 2000 Intercollegiate Tennis Association (ITA) Midwest Regional Championship.

Men's tennis tries to pull the slots in Vegas

The Michigan men's tennis team hopes to cash in this weekend - literally. A trip to The Las Vegas Shootout this weekend opens many opportunities for the team beyond slot machines. Although the team usually finishes up in Madison during its fall season, Michigan coach Mark Mees believes that taking a trip to Las Vegas will give the team more experience against solid programs before the start of the winter season.

Women's hoops welcome The Family, Inc to Crisler

Michigan women's basketball sees its first game action as they host The Family Inc., in an exhibition.

11-3-2000