Sunday, August 10, 2008

More on the Bachman Murder

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REACTIONS TO THE MURDER
Todd Bachman, father of former Lakeville player Elisabeth "Wiz" Bachman-McCutcheon was murdered in Beijing. Bachman-McCutcheon played her college ball at UCLA and the Bruins share in the mourning. Bachman-McCutcheon is married to Hugh McCutcheon, coach of the USA men's indoor team.
The men's team has released a statement on the incident.
The USA men's team opened with a five game win over Venezuela. Ron Larsen coached the team in McCutcheon's absence. From the AP

Jim Souhan of the StarTribune writes about the murder and reaction.

Barbara Bachman, Todd's wife, was also attacked and here is an update on her condition.

FIRST DAY
Ohio State started their first day of practice under new coach Geoff Carlston.

Weber State has released their preseason outlook. Wildcats Brittney Bisaillon and Leah Burmeister are both from Jackson County Central.

Next up: tomorrow, unless more news breaks