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Sports Digest: U.S. Women receive hero's welcome Monday, July 18, 2011 @ 9:55PM
Nozica: ‘It's been fun' Monday, July 18, 2011 @ 9:18PMIn his first year as the schools baseball coach, Tom Nozica and his players would start each practice by clearing the field of rocks.Hes still on the job 43 seasons later and will continue as the University of Charlestons baseball coach, though theres no l...
Autry to enter Angels Hall of Fame on Tuesday Monday, July 18, 2011 @ 8:48PMAutry to enter Angels Hall of Fame on Tuesday
Louisiana Sports Hall of Fame to induct eight Monday, July 18, 2011 @ 4:02PMNATCHITOCHES – New Orleans Saints stars Morten Andersen, Vaughan Johnson and Buford Jordan, along with LSU All-America and 12-year major league baseball infielder Todd Walker and NBA standout Donald “Slick” Watts, are among the eight 2011 inductees who will enter the Louisiana Sports Hall of Fame.
Guest MMQB columnist Al Michaels: Across the nation, everyone is ready for some football Sunday, July 17, 2011 @ 11:39PMWith Peter King on summer vacation, legendary broadcaster Al Michaels agreed to write today's Monday Morning Quarterback column and discusses the nation's thirst for football, the good and bad of hotels and more.
In The Community: Pennsylvania HOF’s Delco chapter adds 14 Sunday, July 17, 2011 @ 10:07PMThe Delaware County Chapter of the Pennsylvania Sports Hall of Fame honored its 14 new members at its annual awards dinner.
The 50 Most Unforgivable Acts in MLB History Sunday, July 17, 2011 @ 9:44PMBaseball is a great sport filled with many outstanding moments. Unfortunately, with all of the good moments that have occurred in MLB history, there have also been many dark moments. Unforgivable acts have not only been committed by players and coaches but also fans and ownership and the league. Baseball has seen its fair share of brawls, racism and drug use over its years. These have led to ...
Photos: Tommy Lasorda At AT&T Field Sunday, July 17, 2011 @ 10:12AMDodgers' great Tommy Lasorda has been in town this week to watch the Chattanooga Lookouts team (Dodgers Double-A team).
For Wade Miller, a roller-coaster career cut short Sunday, July 17, 2011 @ 6:19AMThe "Freshman 15" turned out to be a welcome addition for Wade Miller. It helped him realize his dream.
Hitting stride Sunday, July 17, 2011 @ 3:35AMWAREHAM - Former St. John's star enjoying success in Cape League
Pay for play? Sunday, July 17, 2011 @ 2:58AMBATON ROUGE — In the old days of college football, they played for dirt and they liked it, right? Wrong.
Stallings to take his spot among game's elite Friday, July 15, 2011 @ 10:05PMGene Stallings will be honored this weekend for a career in college football spanning nearly 40 years.
Grambling to Honor 2011 Hall of Famers Saturday Night Friday, July 15, 2011 @ 9:59PMGRAMLBING---The Grambling Legends Sports Hall of Fame has announced its third class of honorees, including former NFL Pro Bowl MVP James "Shack" Harris, former Super Bowl champions Gary "Big Hands" Johnson and Everson Walls, former NBA champion Larry Wright and Douglas Porter, already a member of the College Football Hall of Fame.
Hopkins named to PVILCA Hall of Fame Friday, July 15, 2011 @ 7:01PMA high school athlete from the Gilmer area will be among the 2011 inductees into the Prairie View Interscholastic League Coaches Association (PVILCA) Hall of Fame.
Twins to Retire Blyleven's Number Saturday Night Friday, July 15, 2011 @ 6:56PMThe Minnesota Twins will honor Bert Blyleven during Saturday's night game against the Kansas City Royals. The team plans to retire his number 28, just a week before he is inducted into the National Baseball Hall of Fame.
2011 Hall of Fame class gearing up for big day Friday, July 15, 2011 @ 4:04PM2011 Hall of Fame class gearing up for big day
Daughter: Gary Carter plans to coach at Palm Beach Atlantic again after treatment for brain cancer Tuesday, July 12, 2011 @ 6:40PMDaughter: Gary Carter plans to coach at Palm Beach Atlantic again after treatment for brain cancer
Chesapeake Charge to challenge for national crown Tuesday, July 12, 2011 @ 4:31PMThe Chesapeake Charge of the Women's Premier Soccer League, will be vying for a national championship when it competes in the U.S. Adult Soccer Association (USASA) National Cup Finals, starting this Friday in Bowling Green, Ky.
Weekend Sports in Brief Monday, July 11, 2011 @ 4:47AMThe United States advanced to the semifinals after one of the most riveting games in Women's World Cup history, beating Brazil 5-3 on penalty kicks after a 2-2 tie Sunday.
Football Legend Steve Young Urges Kids, Parents to Play It Safe Monday, July 11, 2011 @ 4:37AMWEDNESDAY, May 4 (HealthDay News) -- Parents who suspect their child has sustained a concussion while playing sports should immediately pull players off the field -- even at the risk of embarrassing their kid -- to avoid a potentially permanent brain injury, according to football legend Steve Young.
The 50 Most Beloved College Football Players of All Time Monday, July 11, 2011 @ 4:32AMWhether players are adored by fans and a program's brass for their production on the field, how they represent the program, winning a championship or a miraculous play, being downright beloved is an allure for every player in college football. Hero status. A cult-like following. Being obsessed over. A celebrity or larger than life personality. The following 50 players have that status at their ...
For the Record: 7/11/2011 Monday, July 11, 2011 @ 2:30AMScores, statistics, standings and information of local and national sports.
Calendar: Your guide to today, tomorrow and beyond Monday, July 11, 2011 @ 1:03AMEvents Friends of the Northeast Library will have a book sale from 1 to 4 p.m. Tuesday and 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. July 16 at 9300 Diana.
Day of crashes take toll on ninth stage of Tour de France Monday, July 11, 2011 @ 12:27AMThe bleeding and battered Tour de France field endured its worst day yet of crashes Sunday, a strange and dangerous ordeal in which even a car took out riders.
Thoma: A short list of the best shortstops Monday, July 11, 2011 @ 12:03AMWith his 3,000 hit, Derek Jeter has taken his spot among the greatest shortstops to play the game.
Q&A: State Farm Ensures Home Run Intensity At ASG Sunday, July 10, 2011 @ 11:25PMThe Home Run Derby traces its roots back to 1960, when a made-for-TV sports show featured such sluggers of the day as Mickey Mantle, Hank Aaron and Willie Mays. The modern version began in 1985. In a Q&A, Ed Gold, advertising director for State Farm, talks about the marketing behind the 2011 State Farm Home Run Derby.
Why the Debt Ceiling Debate Is Like the NFL Lockout Sunday, July 10, 2011 @ 12:56PMThe two national stalemates will (hopefully) be over by the first week of August
Sports time schedule for Sun., July 10 Sunday, July 10, 2011 @ 10:21AMAll times EDT
Derek Jeter And 3,000 Hits: What Usually Happens After The Milestone? Sunday, July 10, 2011 @ 8:42AMDerek Jeter is one of the youngest players to 3,000 hits. What happened to the other members of the 3,000-hit club in the seasons after reaching the milestone? Derek Jeter is in the 3,000-hit club, though it's possible that his days of being a great -- or even above-average -- player are over. This is not a new combination. Getting 3,000 hits and then fading away is like the peanut butter and ...
For the Record: 7/10/2011 Sunday, July 10, 2011 @ 2:50AMScores, statistics, standings and information of local and national sports.
SEC Filing: CDEX Announces Election of Board Members Sunday, July 10, 2011 @ 2:45AMThe Board currently consists of five members, Jeffrey K. Brumfield, Brian M. Jenkins, Robert H. Fogl...
All-Star festivities a baseball bonanza Sunday, July 10, 2011 @ 2:22AMAll-Star festivities a baseball bonanza
Groups ask judge to drop AZ pot lawsuit Saturday, July 9, 2011 @ 5:55PMThe group, representing Arizona medical marijuana dispensaries, is asking a federal judge to drop a lawsuit filed by Gov. Jan Brewer last May.
A tale of 3 QBs: Kiel, Winston decisions due and there's a hidden gem in Phenix City Saturday, July 9, 2011 @ 12:08PMBIRMINGHAM, Alabama -- This week's column is a tale of three quarterbacks. Two off the charts. One off the radar, but gaining momentum. Kiel, the nephew of former Notre Dame QB Blair Kiel, is rated the top quarterback by ESPNU and Scout.com and the No. 1 pro-style quarterback by Rivals. com.
Sunday, June 26, 2011 - 00:06 Saturday, July 9, 2011 @ 11:13AMThe Associated Press DETROIT -- Justin Verlander struck out a career-high 14 in his latest masterful performance, and the Detroit Tigers beat the Arizona Diamondbacks 6-0 on Saturday night. Verlander (10-3) allowed four hits over eight innings, and Alex Avila's three-run homer in the fourth broke...
Too much bad blood in MLB Saturday, July 9, 2011 @ 9:06AMSome things just don't go together. The Hatfields and the McCoys, cats and dogs, Edwin Encarnacion and a baseball glove or, pretty much any major league manager and an umpire.
Local Roundup: Harbor High golfers a local force at Big "I" Junior Classic Friday, July 8, 2011 @ 3:36AMThree hometown golfers took part in the Big "I" Junior Classic California State Finals at DeLaveaga Golf Course in Santa Cruz on Thursday.
Parade of Hall of Famers to enter Philly Sports Hall Friday, July 8, 2011 @ 2:13AMAFTER 8 YEARS, it has become clear that the Philadelphia Sports Hall of Fame may never run out of qualified candidates. Class VIII was introduced yesterday morning at the Sheraton Society Hill.
Dick Williams, manager of A's, 'Impossible Dream' Red Sox, dead at 82. Thursday, July 7, 2011 @ 5:54PMHall of Fame manager Dick Williams, who won two World Series titles with Oakland and led the 1967 "Impossible Dream" Red Sox to the American League pennant, has died.
Vanderbilt announces 2011 Hall of Fame class Wednesday, July 6, 2011 @ 5:06PMVanderbilt announced its 2011 sports Hall of Fame class, which includes Sen. Lamar Alexander and former basketball player Will Perdue.
MLB All-Star Game needs a few more stars Wednesday, July 6, 2011 @ 3:18PMWhere have all the stars gone? Where are the generation's best, the future Hall of Famers, the players you can't take your eyes off of? The Major League Baseball All-Star Game will be played at Chase Field on Tuesday, but there's something missing: Greatness. Don't misunderstand. For the most part I think the fans, players and managers did a commendable job of selecting the National League and ...
Wilhelm Inducted into College Baseball Hall of Fame Monday, July 4, 2011 @ 11:44PMCoach Bill Wilhelm, who passed away in December of last year, was among the celebrated eight to be a part of the 2011 College Baseball Hall of Fame Class.
100 Best Players in College Basketball History Monday, July 4, 2011 @ 11:41PMThe 2011-12 college basketball season is still a ways away, which gives us plenty of time to pontificate on the more timeless points of the game and reopen those age-old discussions that expand and change ever so slightly over time. On this occasion, we'll revisit the debate over the greatest players in the history of college basketball, extending consideration to the top 100 of all-time. Of ...
Wilhelm enshrined in college Hall Monday, July 4, 2011 @ 11:29PMFormer Clemson coach Bill Wilhelm was among eight who were inducted into the National College Baseball Hall of Fame on Sunday in Lubbock, Texas. Wilhelm, who died last December, coached at Clemson from 1958 to 1993.
UPI Sports Calendar for Tuesday, July 5 Monday, July 4, 2011 @ 11:15PMTuesday sports calendar
Wilhelm, Groat enter hall Monday, July 4, 2011 @ 11:13PMFormer Duke shortstop Dick Groat and the late Bill Wilhelm, who won an ACC-record 1,161 games during his tenure at Clemson, were among the inductees Monday into the National College Baseball Hall of Fame in Lubbock, Texas.
Area briefs: Clemson's Miller wins Brooks Wallace Award Monday, July 4, 2011 @ 11:04PMBrad Miller received the Brooks Wallace Shortstop of the Year Award, presented Sunday in Lubbock, Texas.
UPI Sports Calendar for Monday, July 4 Sunday, July 3, 2011 @ 11:48PMMonday's sports calendar
Collinsworth pushing to get Pat Tillman in pro football hall Sunday, July 3, 2011 @ 11:00PMBroadcaster and former NFL receiver Cris Collinsworth is leading the push to induct Pat Tillman the NFL star who sacrificed a dream career and millions of dollars for the front line of the fight against terrorism into the Pro Football Hall of Fame.
RGV Capsules: Garza staying busy as lockout drags on Sunday, July 3, 2011 @ 8:57AMRIO HONDO — Robert Garza is making the most of it. As the NFL lockout continues and players are still not allowed to report to team facilities, the Chicago Bears’ offensive lineman is doing what he can to stay busy.