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Remembering Rutherford: Prophet, prodigy stirred hoops fans Sunday, March 7, 2010 @ 3:15AMDuring the Depression and war years, school basketball was a near religion in rural Rutherford County. Devout fans even had a prophet and a prodigy.
Now fear this: Saginaw wrestlers hit the mats and each other Sunday, March 7, 2010 @ 3:07AMView full sizeAshley L. Conti | The Saginaw NewsRaul Rodriguez, 37, of Saginaw takes a picture of daughter Natalia Rodriguez, 6, with 'Alcatraz 187,' 35, of Saginaw at the Knights of Columbus Hall, 2280 Williamson in Bridgeport Township. The...
Local Briefs Sunday, March 7, 2010 @ 2:45AMLocal briefs from Sunday's paper. HALL OF FAME NCSA honoring 'pros' at dinner The Northern California Sports Association will hold its annual "Hall of Fame Awards Dinner" at St. Isidore's Church in Yuba City on March 20. The event will honor 12...
Ernie Isley honors Hendrix Sunday, March 7, 2010 @ 2:36AMErnie Isley was 11 when he first saw the Beatles on "The Ed Sullivan Show" in February 1964 at his mother's house in Englewood, N.J. He sat on one side of a couch, his brother Marvin, 10, on the other. Between them was a houseguest, then-little-known...
Notes from Washington | The senator from Kentucky is recognized Sunday, March 7, 2010 @ 2:27AMSen. Jim Bunning started serving in Congress on Jan. 3, 1987. The Kentucky Republican has about nine months left until he retires. He apparently has decided not to go out quietly. Indeed, out of his more than two decades in Washington, Kentucky's junior senator last week reached a new milestone in his legislative career.
Hey, antonio: just cro' up! Sunday, March 7, 2010 @ 2:26AM* The Jets have traded with the Chargers for cornerback Antonio Cromartie. Great. What were Rex Ryan and Mike Tannenbaum thinking? Cromartie has fathered seven children with six different women in five different states and has five paternity suits still pending. What a role model!CARL DiMEDIOThe Bronx * Jets general manager...
All-star wrestling program gets reprieve Sunday, March 7, 2010 @ 1:51AMThe annual East-West All-Metro Wrestling Classic is moving to the East Side. The annual all-star high school wrestling showcase, which many feared was in jeopardy with the Ron Mirikitani's exit at Meramec, has found a new life - and a new home. The all-star matches will be March 16 at the Jon Davis Wrestling Center in Edwardsville. The program, which matches the top high school seniors from the ...
Jim Cordts named to Basketball Hall of Shrine Friday, March 5, 2010 @ 3:36PMJim Cordts of Madison got a call three months ago saying that he was going to be part of the South Dakota Basketball Coaches Association Hall of Shrine. Being away from coaching varsity basketball for more than 35 years, Cordts felt honored to be recognized for his efforts.
USC mourns loss of former All-American Friday, March 5, 2010 @ 3:21PMThe University of South Carolina is mourning the loss of Hank Small, one of South Carolina's all-time greatest baseball players who passed away Wednesday evening, at the age of 56.
With Blind Side up for Best Picture, a look at snubbed sports movies Friday, March 5, 2010 @ 1:55PMRay Didinger and Glen Macnow, For Sporting News When it comes to the Academy Awards, sports movies have traditionally been as welcome as Terrell Owens at a McNabb family picnic.
North state’s top-tier athletes recognized Friday, March 5, 2010 @ 12:35PMThey rose from the local ranks of high school stardom to reach the top pinnacles of their respective sports, defying the odds to "go to the show." The Northern California Sports Association celebrates its 40th annual Hall of Fame ceremony with a...
Ripken's speech delivers Hall of Fame moments Wednesday, March 3, 2010 @ 3:10AMLegendary baseball player Cal Ripken Jr. never squeezed his hands around a ball tighter than when it secured for his team a World Series championship.
Senate breaks impasse Wednesday, March 3, 2010 @ 2:49AMThe U.S. Senate broke a days-long impasse Tuesday and easily approved a bill temporarily restoring federal funds to road projects in Oklahoma and other states as well as unemployment benefits and other ...
Bob Rentschler dies at 68 Wednesday, March 3, 2010 @ 2:36AMRobert H. "Bob" Rentschler, 68 of Denver and formerly of Oley, Penn., passed away suddenly in Denver Feb. 25 of natural causes. He was the husband of Georgine Olson. He was predeceased by his first wife, Linda. Born in Ringtown, Penn., he was a son of Furhman and Gertrude (Williams) Rentschler. He graduated from East Stroudsburg University with a B.S. degree in health and physical education. He ...
Polanco anticipates a special reunion Wednesday, March 3, 2010 @ 2:30AMCLEARWATER, Fla. — If Placido Polanco had a no-trade clause five years ago, he may have used it to veto the deal that sent him from the Philadelphia Phillies to the Detroit Tigers.
THS’ Lynch receives Sponsor Excellence Award Wednesday, March 3, 2010 @ 2:01AMTomball baseball coach Rick Lynch believes if one enjoys his occupation, one never actually works.
Sports Hall of Fame inductees, families touched by honor Wednesday, March 3, 2010 @ 1:12AMThe arrival of a letter from the Springfield Sports Hall of Fame brought back memories for McKay Smith. Thoughts of his basketball career came to Smith’s mind when the 1977 Southeast High School graduate and the school’s former all-time leading scorer learned he was a part of the 2010 Hall of Fame class.
Grants help build a future Wednesday, March 3, 2010 @ 1:06AMEast High School in Des Moines will build up its athletic history with the help of a Legacy Grant from Prairie Meadows.
Turk Named To Johnny Bench Award Watch List Monday, March 1, 2010 @ 8:33PMAKRON, Ohio - UA senior John Turk was one of 53 catchers in the nation named to the 2010 Coleman Company Johnny Bench Award watch list as announced earlier by the Greater Wichita Area Sports Commission.
Baseball to face Japanese team in exhibition Monday, March 1, 2010 @ 8:17PMThe ASU baseball team is preparing for an exhibition against a Japanese university, despite negative results from its past attempts to schedule exhibitions with foreign teams.
Baseball to face Japanese team in exhibition Monday, March 1, 2010 @ 8:02PMThe last time the ASU baseball team attempted to host a game against a team from another country, things didn't work out so well.
Johnny on the spot: How well does Damon know Michigan? Monday, March 1, 2010 @ 7:56PMJohnny Damon says the Tigers were his first choice, so Michigan native Scott Miller makes him prove it. The newly acquired Tiger acquits himself well on everything from KISS to Cobb.
JetHawks Promote 2010 Season With Mall Kiosk Monday, March 1, 2010 @ 7:32PM(LANCASTER, CA) - In an effort to promote the upcoming 2010 season, the Lancaster JetHawks unveiled a kiosk in the Antelope Valley Mall's Center Court featuring tickets, merchandise and promotional information.
Ben Heath Named To Johnny Bench Award Watch List Monday, March 1, 2010 @ 7:18PMHeath was also named to the Big Ten/BIG EAST Challenge All-Tournament Team on Monday. WICHITA, Kan. - Penn State junior Ben Heath (Huntersville, N.C.) was one of 53 Division I catchers named to the Watch List for the Coleman Company Johnny Bench Award delivered by Papa John's Pizza , as announced by the Greater Wichita Area Sports Commission on Monday.
Lone Senator Blocks Jobless Benefits Monday, March 1, 2010 @ 7:00PMRepublican Jim Bunning Halts Legislation that Would Renew Highway Programs; Medicare Payments to Doctors Slashed 21 Percent
Bodley: Repeat fever hits Spring Training Monday, March 1, 2010 @ 6:42PMBodley: Repeat fever hits Spring Training
Flexibility could help Alonso Monday, March 1, 2010 @ 5:53PMFlexibility could help Alonso
Baseball. Cameron McConnell Named To Bench Award Watch List Monday, March 1, 2010 @ 5:36PMNotre Dame junior Cameron McConnell was one of 53 catchers to be named to the watch list on Monday for the 2010 Coleman Company-Johnny Bench Award by The Greater Wichita Area Sports Commission. The award is given annually to the top division one collegiate catcher.
Geoff Gannon Investor Questions Podcast #2: What Do You Need to Know About Warren Buffett's ... Friday, February 26, 2010 @ 2:57PMBy Geoff Gannon . Listen to Investor Questions Podcast #2: What Do You Need to Know About Warren Buffett's Letter to Shareholders? Hey this is Geoff Gannon. And you're listening to the Investor Questions Podcast. The show that answers questions from investors like you. If you have a question you'd like answered call 1-800-604-1929 and leave us a voicemail. That's 1-800-604-1929. Read more » »
Cardinals Spring Training: McGwire, starting pitchers and the grind Friday, February 26, 2010 @ 2:40PMA day after his emotional comments regarding his brothers newly released book, Mark McGwire talked with us on the radio today for long time. He remains very open and willing to talk with reporters about any subject.
Cardinals Spring Training: Red Schoendienst talks Spring Training Friday, February 26, 2010 @ 2:25PMKMOV.com's Brendan Marks had the privilege of talking with legendary St. Louis Cardinal Red Schoendienst on Friday.
Vizquel still rolling at 42 years old Friday, February 26, 2010 @ 1:19PMGLENDALE, Ariz. -- Omar Vizquel's wish list is impressive: he's already held an anaconda by the tail and donned a matador's outfit in a first step toward bullfighting.
College Notebook Friday, February 26, 2010 @ 1:16PMRome Free Academy graduate Jessica Berry and Vernon-Verona-Sherrill graduate Devon Croll of the Utica College women’s basketball team earned Empire 8 All-Conference First-Team honors this season.
Baseball. How Central Florida Snubbed, Then Welcomed Jackie Robinson Friday, February 26, 2010 @ 12:40PMBefore Jackie Robinson broke Major League Baseball's color barrier, threats of violence kept him from playing in Central Florida. Robinson also starred in one of Orlando's biggest games ever - a 1949 exhibition that attracted a standing-room-only crowd at Carter Street Park, the home of the city's Negro Leagues team.
Thole: Kisch to join Humboldt High School Athletic Hall of Fame Friday, February 26, 2010 @ 11:54AMStillwater good guy Bob Kisch will be inducted into the Humboldt High School Athletic Hall of Fame during a banquet at the Prom Center in Oakdale on Tuesday, April 13.
Bunning blocks extended jobless aid Friday, February 26, 2010 @ 11:21AMBunning accused the Democrats of mounting an "ambush" against him by repeatedly trying to move the bill. And he complained that, in the process, he was missing the Kentucky basketball game Thursday night with South Carolina.
Compiled By PAUL MONTELLA Friday, February 26, 2010 @ 9:02AMFeb. 27 1955 -- Boston beats Milwaukee 62-57 at Providence, R.I., in a game that sets records for fewest points scored by one team, and by both teams, since the introduction of the 24-second clock. 1959 -- The Boston Celtics beat the Minneapolis Lakers 173-139 as seven NBA records fall. The Celtics set records for most points (179), most points in a half (90), most points in a quarter (52) and ...
Hall of Fame: Victor and Ralph Duplin Friday, February 26, 2010 @ 8:32AMEditor’s note: As part of the upcoming Stoneham Hall of Fame induction ceremony on Saturday, April 10, at Montvale Plaza, which will honor 14 athletes and one team, the Sun will publish small write-ups featuring inductees every week. For information, call the Stoneham High School Athletic Office at 781-279-3806.
Hall of Fame: Peter Fisher Friday, February 26, 2010 @ 8:31AMWhile Peter Fisher starred in multiple sports, it was his exploits on the baseball diamond that carried him beyond Stoneham High School. The 1995 graduate was a tri-captain of the 1994 football team that won the Middlesex League Championship and State Championship that went 7-4 overall with Fisher being selected as a Boston Globe and Herald All Scholastic. In his senior year he was named ...
Former commissioner called a 'renaissance man' Friday, February 26, 2010 @ 7:26AMBefore launching his first campaign for county commissioner in 1995, Rick Rovegno turned to Robert Adams for advice.
Starring sisters Thursday, February 25, 2010 @ 9:04PMArroyo Grande High School students Rachel and Madi Ventura are sisters and teammates.
NIAA Hall of Fame: Beach/King in Hall Thursday, February 25, 2010 @ 9:00PMRENO - Fallon's Jack Beach played for the late Wint King during an impressive run in the 1960s, and both were inducted Thursday into the Nevada Interscholastic Activities Association Hall of Fame at Lawlor Events Center. Beach was elected as an athlete while King entered the Hall of Fame as a coach. In all, 10 individuals were inducted as the 18th NIAA Hall of Fame class (see story below). Beach ...
NIAA Hall of Fame: Group inducts 10 Thursday, February 25, 2010 @ 9:00PMRENO - From athletes and coaches to officials and contributors, the Nevada Interscholastic Activities Association welcomed 10 more outstanding Nevadans to its Hall of Fame on Thursday at Lawlor Events Center. "You get this sense of history, nostalgia and knowledge of the sport (seeing the former inductees)," NIAA Executive Director Eddie Bonine said. "This group is second to none. The past ...
Weeks looking forward, never back Thursday, February 25, 2010 @ 8:45PMWeeks looking forward, never back
Chiefs Name Mike Clark as Strength and Conditioning Coach, Trip MacCracken Hired as Director of Football Administration Thursday, February 25, 2010 @ 8:19PMThe Kansas City Chiefs named Mike Clark as the club's strength and conditioning coach on Thursday. The club also hired Trip MacCracken as the team's Director of Football Administration.
It's a great time for Philly, Schmidt says Thursday, February 25, 2010 @ 8:05PMIt's a great time for Philly, Schmidt says
Nicklaus, Marino, Brees to play in Honda pro-am Thursday, February 25, 2010 @ 7:44PMMusician Kenny G also in star-studded grouping In a pairing featuring a Hall of Fame quarterback and one making a strong bid for a place in Canton, former Dolphins star Dan Marino and the Saints' Drew Brees will play in Wednesday's Honda Classic Kenny G Gold Pro-Am.
Mules and Jennies news and notes Thursday, February 25, 2010 @ 6:04PM'BLACKOUT' SATURDAY All Central Missouri fans are encouraged to wear black to the games against Truman State on Saturday. The first 500 students to show up to a tailgate event at the lobby of Walton Stadium at noon will get a ticket for a free "Blackout" T-shirt at the Multipurpose Building.
It's Kevin Youkilis' Year to Establish Himself as Red Sox' Home Run Leader Thursday, February 25, 2010 @ 4:55PMThe Red Sox added a lot of new faces to the clubhouse this offseason, and finally, it's almost time to see how they'll contribute to the 2010 squad. Will Adrian Beltre challenge Kevin Youkilis and David Ortiz for the team home run title? Will Mike Lowell be wearing a Red Sox uniform when opening day rolls around on April 4? Will Dustin Pedroia yet again switch spots in the batting order? For now ...
Baseball. Owls Host Rice Invitational Tournament This Weekend Thursday, February 25, 2010 @ 4:34PMThe ninth-ranked Rice baseball team continues its current hometand at Reckling Park this weekend hosting one of the top on-campus college tournaments in the country with the 2010 Rice Invitational, Feb. 26-28. Joining the Owls (0-4) in another stellar field this year are Elon, the defending Southern Conference regular season champion that won 41 games and advanced to the NCAA Tournament in 2009 ...