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On tour with Manchester United: Wizards left us spellbound in Kansas City Wednesday, July 28, 2010 @ 11:03AMThe woman at the airport help desk clasped her hands in excitement when she found out we were reporters covering the Manchester United tour.
London close: Thumbs down for company updates Wednesday, July 28, 2010 @ 11:02AMLONDON (SHARECAST) - Company updates gave traders plenty to mull over and after an uncertain start to the day, shares closed firmly in the red. Centrica slipped even after the British Gas owner’s underlying interim profits jumped 65%. Earnings in the half-year to June rose to £886m from £537m on revenues of £11.7bn, barely changed from the previous year.
Rangers manager Walter Smith to be careful over Kenny Miller's shin problems Wednesday, July 28, 2010 @ 10:53AMWalter Smith admits he will have to be careful after the striker again suffered from shin splints.
Former Buckeye Defensive Back Jack Tatum, 61, Dies Wednesday, July 28, 2010 @ 10:52AMFormer Ohio State defensive back Jack Tatum, 61, passed away from a massive heart attack Tuesday, according to the university.
Q&A: McLaren's Ron Dennis talks fuel injection, NASCAR, future of F1 Wednesday, July 28, 2010 @ 10:51AMAs the head of the McLaren team in Formula One from 1981-99, Ron Dennis oversaw an organization that won championships with several of the world's ...
Scott proving a quick study at Pac-10 helm Wednesday, July 28, 2010 @ 10:50AMSAN JOSE, Calif. — The man who nearly reshaped college football never played or coached college football. In fact, before taking over as Pacific-10 Conference commissioner last summer, Larry Scott hadn’t attend a college football game in five years. The former chief executive of the women’s pro tennis tour, Scott was an unconventional hire by what had been a decidedly inside-the-box conference ...
Defenceman Stralman stays with Blue Jackets Wednesday, July 28, 2010 @ 10:49AMThe Columbus Blue Jackets and defenceman Anton Stralman have agreed on a one-year contract, just minutes before they were to go to arbitration on Wednesday morning.
Sports Wednesday, July 28, 2010 @ 10:40AMJuly 1, 2010 STEUBENVILLE — Unpack your parka and break out your pompoms. Football season is around the corner. Big Red released its 2010 football schedule Wednesday.
Sports Wednesday, July 28, 2010 @ 10:40AMJuly 10, 2010 By SETH STASKEY, Special to the Herald-Star CADIZ — The Buckeye 8 Athletic League, the Ohio Valley Athletic Conference and the Ohio High School Athletic Association has bee...
Sports Wednesday, July 28, 2010 @ 10:40AMJuly 17, 2010 STEUBENVILLE — The last two times Steubenville won the District 10 Tournament, it did so by coming out of the loser’s bracket. more »»
Dolphins sign veteran DE Douglas Tuesday, July 27, 2010 @ 7:49PMThe Miami Dolphins signed veteran defensive end Marques Douglas to an undisclosed contract on Tuesday.
Piniella proud of Lilly's performance on Cubs Tuesday, July 27, 2010 @ 7:43PMPiniella proud of Lilly's performance on Cubs
Gorzelanny thinks multiple no-nos is a fluke Tuesday, July 27, 2010 @ 7:43PMGorzelanny thinks multiple no-nos is a fluke
Soto out to rest bruised left foot Tuesday, July 27, 2010 @ 7:43PMSoto out to rest bruised left foot
NFL distributes poster on concussions Tuesday, July 27, 2010 @ 7:42PMThe NFL will distribute a new poster to teams that warns of the dangers from concussions in much harsher language than the league had previously used. NFL - sport - Football - American - National Football League
Hard-hitting Tatum dies at 61 Tuesday, July 27, 2010 @ 7:41PMCOLUMBUS, Ohio — He was called the “Assassin.”
Ferguson sees fast improvement in MLS Tuesday, July 27, 2010 @ 7:38PMManchester United coach Alex Ferguson is ready to give Major League Soccer its due.
Zane Beadles: Yet Another Bronco Signs Tuesday, July 27, 2010 @ 7:37PMHere it is. Another article written by yours truly covering the Denver Broncos TEAM and those few have heard of. While a lot of Bronco fans have heard little of Mr. Beadles, I'm a writer that is very familiar. The Denver Broncos targeted this 6'4" 304lb lineman from the University of Utah very early in the draft. In fact before Tim Tebow. He provided stability and versatility for the Utes along ...
Saw: Vast potential in freestyling with a basketball Tuesday, July 27, 2010 @ 7:32PMWHETHER it is rapping, dancing or even performing tricks with a basketball in hand, freestyling is a definite attention grabber.
Terrell Owens Joins the Cincinnati Bengals Tuesday, July 27, 2010 @ 7:23PMFiled under: Football It turns out that the wide receiver nobody wanted has finally found a home. Terrell Owens , likely the most talented unemployed athlete in all of sport, signed a one-year deal with the Cincinnati Bengals. The deal is worth $4 million total, with $2 million guaranteed. Owens and his agent are likely breathing a sigh of relief, as the season was getting closer with him still ...
Poll: HS Football Player of the Week Friday, July 23, 2010 @ 5:34AMWednesday, July 21, 2010 2:07 PM CDT MINDEN-- New Iberia Senior High-based Cajun Sting went to the Junior American Legion State Tournament last week and finished in third place after falling in the opening round and battling back through the loser’s bracket.
Bruce Willis appears at Comic-Con Friday, July 23, 2010 @ 5:29AMBruce Willis surprised fans at Comic-Con when he popped by the San Diego Convention Centre to thank Sylvester Stallone for casting him in The Expendables.
Ribery 'not worried' about career despite sex probe Friday, July 23, 2010 @ 5:17AMFrench footballer Franck Ribery said Friday he is not worried about his career despite being charged this week with having sex with an under-age prostitute, because he did not knowingly do anything wrong.
Editorial: When will Grand Rapids lure a big-league sport? Friday, July 23, 2010 @ 5:15AMIt is likely something our grandchildren can look forward to experiencing.
Euro Soccer Star Henry Makes a Splash in American Debut Friday, July 23, 2010 @ 5:14AMThe Frenchman makes a dramatic entrance. Soccer - Sports - CONCACAF - United States - Major League Soccer
England’s Premier League embraces technology Friday, July 23, 2010 @ 5:09AMEA Sports global president Peter Moore said that this move could help further popularize the sport in the United States. – Reuters Photo LONDON : While FIFA only talks of introducing technology into football, England ’s Premier League has signed its first official technology partner in a move that could help further popularize the sport in the United States .
Exchange students seek host families Friday, July 23, 2010 @ 5:08AMA local nonprofit exchange program is inviting local Oakland County families to host international exchange students for the 2010-2011 school year.
MINOR LEAGUE FOOTBALL: Cardinals expect big things Friday, July 23, 2010 @ 5:00AMOn paper, the Chambersburg Cardinals have pieced together their most impressive lineup since returning for the 2002 season.
Venezuela severs relations with Colombia amid row over guerillas’ presence Friday, July 23, 2010 @ 4:49AMA few days after Colombia had accused Venezuela of harbouring rebels such as the FARC and ELN, Venezuela has broken off diplomatic relations with Colombia and ordered Colombian diplomats to leave the country by Sunday.
College Sports Capsules: Commentary - Pimps? Really, Nick? What are quick-buck coaches? Friday, July 23, 2010 @ 4:42AMPimps? Really, Nick? If agents are no better than pimps, what does that make you and all those other suddenly sanctimonious college coaches who lie to kids while recruiting them in the first place?
While FIFA stalls on technology, Premier League embraces it to improve player analysis Thursday, July 22, 2010 @ 1:01PMLONDON (AP) — While FIFA talks of introducing technology to soccer, England's Premier League has signed its first official technology partner in a move they hope helps further popularize the sport in the United States.
Zidane fan Reid in three-way Evian lead Thursday, July 22, 2010 @ 1:00PMBritain's Melissa Reid, American Morgan Pressel and Ahn Sun-Ju of South Korea shared the first round lead at the Evian Masters on Thursday after they all shot six under par 66.
BYU football: Quarterback nominated for Good Works award Thursday, July 22, 2010 @ 12:59PMBYU junior quarterback Riley Nelson has been nominated for the Allstate American Football Coaches Association Good Works...
Paraguay international Alcaraz inks Wigan deal Thursday, July 22, 2010 @ 12:58PMWigan World Cup Wigan have completed the signing of Antolin Alcaraz after the player was granted a work permit. Alcaraz agreed a deal with the Latics prior to playing in the World Cup after his contract with Belgian side Club Brugge had expired. The 27 year old has signed a three-year contract at the DW Stadium. Latics boss Roberto Martinez said: "It's fantastic news that we can finally confirm ...
EA Sports to improve EPL player analysis Thursday, July 22, 2010 @ 12:52PMCameras will be installed at every Premier League stadium to provide material for analysis by video game publisher Electronic Arts in time for a planned overhaul of the league's official player ratings system for the 2011-12 season.
Alcaraz completes Wigan move Thursday, July 22, 2010 @ 12:51PMWigan have completed the signing of Paraguay international Antolin Alcaraz after the defender was granted a work permit.
Prince Gig in Switzerland Cancelled Thursday, July 22, 2010 @ 12:42PM*A Prince concert in Switzerland has been axed following unresolved “difficulties” between the venue and the show’s promoter. The artist was due to perform at the Stade de Geneve in Geneva on Friday, but his spokesman confirmed on Thursday that the gig has been cancelled. “Due to apparent difficulties between the promoter and the venue, [...]
CNN: President Obama Calls Shirley Sherrod Thursday, July 22, 2010 @ 12:42PM*CNN is reporting that President Obama spoke to Shirley Sherrod on the phone moments ago. The network says its news crew was with the ousted Agriculture Department official when the call came shortly after 12:30 p.m. EST, but Sherrod asked that cameras not film the conversation, according to anchor Ali Velshi. Obama’s personal outreach comes [...]
For American exceptionalists, why not 'socker' instead of soccer? Thursday, July 22, 2010 @ 12:39PMThe Monitor's language columnist looks into the US term for what the rest of the world calls 'football.'
Garrett leaving USC...NHL nixes landmark deal....Piniella retiring Wednesday, July 21, 2010 @ 9:09AMLOS ANGELES (AP) — Embattled Southern California athletic director Mike Garrett is being replaced by another former Trojans football player. Pat Haden will take over Aug. 3. The former USC quarterback went on to a successful business career, and has been serving as a member of USC's board of trustees.
Piece of Mind: Iowa enjoys big win Wednesday, July 21, 2010 @ 9:09AMFor the Iowa Blackhawks who played through those heartbreaking playoff losses to Kansas, last year’s annihilation of the Koyotes in the American Professional Football League championship game will always be hard to top.
Stevens leaves city district for head job in Noxapater Wednesday, July 21, 2010 @ 8:54AMGlenn Stevens, who was chosen to be the assistant principal at Kosciusko Junior High School come August, has been hired as the principal at Noxapater High School.
Wigan Athletic eye Stamford Bridge striker Wednesday, July 21, 2010 @ 8:41AMWigan Athletic Football Club have set their sights on Franco di Santo. Roberto Martinez is hoping the Latics can push for a top-ten finish in the Premier League this season, following their scare with relegation last term.
Join the Stars in Support of Pat Tillman Foundation Wednesday, July 21, 2010 @ 8:38AMSave the Date: 3rd Annual Scott Medlock & Robby Krieger Celebrity Concert & Golf Classic to Benefit the Pat Tillman Foundation Set for November 1, 2010 at Moorpark Country Club
Join the Stars in Support of Pat Tillman Foundation Wednesday, July 21, 2010 @ 8:30AMHOLLYWOOD, CA--(Marketwire - 07/21/10) - The 3rd Annual Scott Medlock & Robby Krieger Celebrity Concert & Golf Classic to benefit the Pat Tillman Foundation will be held Monday, November 1, 2010 at Moorpark Country Club. "We are honored that so many of our friends are returning to participate and we are looking forward to meeting many new faces -- this is a particularly special year for us as ...
Yellow Pages Wednesday, July 21, 2010 @ 8:27AMAlfred, N.Y. — A face familiar to fans of the Alfred State College football program will take the field against Penn State on Sept. 4. Former Pioneer Pat White has signed a national letter of intent to continue his career at Youngstown State.
Statesman college football countdown: No. 10 Nebraska Sunday, July 18, 2010 @ 7:20PMStatesman college football countdown: No. 10 Nebraska
Football: Scottish runners-up snare first win in North American Sunday, July 18, 2010 @ 7:16PMCeltic beat the Seattle Sounders 2-1 today to claim the first win of their North American Tour
Dr. Sailes compiles book for popular HPER class Sunday, July 18, 2010 @ 7:16PMSailes’ new book features 19 essays about athletes. Trash-talking and the glass ceiling are among the topics that delve into how sports and African-American culture are connected.
Tech: Malaysia’s Fastest Rising Searches on Google Sunday, July 18, 2010 @ 7:14PM1) Irina Shayk Cristiano Ronaldo’s Russian model girlfriend finds herself in the media spotlight after the Portugal football star announced on July 3 that he had fathered a child with an unnamed woman.