11.   Torre initially said he would inform the players Monday, but sensed the potential news media swarm and delayed the ticklish decision until Tuesday.

12.   PGA Tour commissioner Tim Finchem informed the players during a conference call in the clubhouse.

13.   Cowens informed the players of his decision before practice Sunday, then left the training facility.

14.   He informed his players of his decision just before a Monday news conference.

15.   Ley, who spoke with Quinn by phone from the hospital, informed the players of the news as they arrived for the game.

16.   Mason informed the players after practice Wednesday of their punishment.

17.   Norris said the players will be informed of the ban on Monday when the U.S. Open begins.

18.   Olsen informed Vaalerenga players of his decision to resign on Tuesday.

19.   Several players, including guard Greg Harrington, lobbied for Phillips, who informed the players of his hiring Sunday.

20.   Gloucester ownner and Arrows Formula One boss Tom Walkinshaw informed the players Monday.