Forward LeBron James, built his reputation as one of the top players in the National Basketball Association playing for the Cleveland Cavaliers - the team that first drafted him in 2003 and one that is close to his hometown of Akron,Ohio.

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In one sign, the Mormon church, the largest sponsor of Scouting troops and a past opponent of causes such as gay marriage, said in a statement it supported the decision and "moves forward in its association" with the Scouts.

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Worcestershire chief executive Mark Newton said the club was looking forward to continuing its association with Hick.

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"I'm really looking forward to reuniting my association with Richard, " said Smith, who was previously in charge of Leeds.

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