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RECENTLY UPDATED FOR SUNDAY, MAY 19, 2013
Charlotte may become
Hornets again
Franchise would return to
original name. Read more at
USA Today.
No Triple Crown for Orb
Oxbow takes Preakness.
Read more at
wralsportsfan.com.
Chargers sign Freeney
Deal is for two years.
Read more at
cbssports.com.
Bradley has one-shot
lead
Final round of Byron
Nelson Classic is today. Read more at
golf.com.
Beckham bids farewell
Soccer star bows out with
win. Read more at
foxsports.com.
For a more extensive
compilation of headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...
SATURDAY, MAY 18, 2013
Cannon carries on ECU
tradition
Wearing No. 23 means
people listen to him. Read more at
wralsportsfan.com.
Methodist women's golf
streak ends
Monarchs supplanted after
15 NCAA Division III titles. Read more at
USA Today.
McLemore's AAU coach
could be focus of NCAA probe
Kansas possibly in hot
water. Read more at
sportsillustrated.com.
Golf legend Venturi
dies at 82
Battled dehydration to win
U.S. Open. Read more at
espn.com.
Bradley stays in front
at Byron Nelson
14-year old Guan misses
cut. Read more at
cbssports.com.
For a more extensive
compilation of headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...
FRIDAY, MAY 17, 2013
Garrard considers
coaching
Former Pirate could be QB
intern for Jets. Read more at
USA Today.
ACC favors coaches poll
as playoff factor
Cutcliffe speaks for
league, advocates transparency. Read more at
espn.com.
Calipari advocates
change to 'one and done'
Says option is for
programs to leave NCAA. Read more at
cbssports.com.
SEC pioneer passes away
Former Tulane baseball
player Martin broke league's color barrier. Read more at
foxsportssouthwest.com.
Bradley fires 60 with
two bogeys
He leads Byron Nelson
Classic by three shots. Read more at
golf.com.
For a more extensive
compilation of headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...
THURSDAY, MAY 16, 2013
Take 1: ACC Tournament
looking at 'the Garden'
Brooklyn site also a
possibility. Read more at
espn.com.
Take 2: ACC not likely
coming to MSG?
Blog: Multi-year
commitment away from Tobacco Road not in the cards. Read more at
ajerseyguy.com.
Coach K knocking down
big bucks
Gottfried makes more than
Roy. Read more at
wralsportsfan.com.
Memphis punter from
Down Under gets publicity
Tigers give Hornsey lots
of opportunities. Read more at
USA Today.
Rutgers names female AD
Herrmann coming from
Louisville. Read more at
USA Today.
Kings staying put
Owners nix move to
Seattle. Read more at
si.com.
Orb on the inside
Derby winner favored in
Preakness. Read more at
foxsports.com.
For a more extensive
compilation of headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...
WEDNESDAY, MAY 15, 2013
Wiggins becomes a
Jayhawk
Top hoops prospect makes
simple announcement. Read more at
wralsportsfan.com.
New Big East meeting
with no new commish
Old Big East, soon to be
the American Athletic Conference, focused on logo, tourney sites. Read
more at
ajerseyguy.com.
Thomas wants release
from Florida State
Seminoles not planning to
let linebacker leave. Read more at
USA Today.
"Rainbow Warriors"
restored as nickname of Hawaii men's teams
Women will continue to be
knows as the "Rainbow Wahine." Read more at
Yahoo Sports.
NBA owners address
Kings' fate today
Sacramento or Seattle?
Read more at
sportsillustrated.com.
Packers looking to
reunite with Favre
Green Bay traded the
quarterback almost five years ago. Read more at
foxsportswisconsin.com.
Pacers take 3-1 lead
Knicks winless at Indiana
this season. Read more at
espn.com.
For a more extensive
compilation of headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...
TUESDAY, MAY 14, 2013
Michigan coach says
Irish 'chickening out'
Notre Dame pulling out of
series with Wolverines. Read more at
espn.com.
NCSU announces second
hall class
Coaches Sloan, Edwards
among 10 to be enshrined. Read more at
wralsportsfan.com.
Prized hoops recruit to
announce today
North Carolina among four
options for Wiggins. Read more at
si.com.
Jaworski offers Tebow
arena job
No word yet from deposed
Jet. Read more from
USA Today.
Shackled Simpson
seeking freedom
Former Heisman winner
appealing conviction. Read more at
foxsports.com.
For a more extensive
compilation of headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...
MONDAY, MAY 13, 2013
Bulls coach fined
$35,000
Assessment follows Friday
comments on officiating. Read more at
wralsportsfan.com
Georgia Tech guard
transferring
Reed rated a solid
shooter. Read more at
espn.com.
Syracuse retiring
McNabb's number
Ceremony set for Nov. 5.
Read more at
cbssports.com.
Saban downplays Stoops'
comments
Oklahoma coach questions
depth of SEC. Read more at
nbcsports.com.
New Rutgers coach
didn't graduate
Deadspin defines Jordan's
academic status. Read more at
si.com.
For a more extensive
compilation of headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...
SUNDAY, MAY 12, 2013
Judge strikes down
Haith's motion
Former Miami coach
questioned NCAA's access to his checking account records. Read more at
The Miami Herald.
Garcia, Woods at odds
in Players event
Lingmerth moves in front
going into final round. Read more at
wralsportsfan.com.
Kenseth victorious at
Darlington
Passes teammate Kyle Busch
and goes on to checkered flag. Read more at
USA Today.
Marc Gasol keys Memphis
Grizzlies take 2-1 series
lead. Read more at
espn.com.
Pacers win at home
Indiana tops Knicks for
2-1 lead. Read more at
sportsillustrated.com.
For a more extensive
compilation of headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...
SATURDAY, MAY 11, 2013
Battleship North
Carolina flies Pirate flags
Pirate Club visits Port
City. Read more at
The Wilmington Star-News.
College basketball
looking at more replays
Officials could examine
video in certain late game situations. Read more at
espn.com.
Saban supports five
conferences
Those leagues would play
within themselves. Read more at
cbssports.com.
Umps blow another one
Scioscia's protest
rendered moot. Read more at
USA Today.
Snyder plans to stick
with 'Redskins'
NFL owner not
contemplating change. Read more at
si.com.
For a more extensive
compilation of headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...
FRIDAY, MAY 10, 2013
Duke receiver pins
nurse from Greenville who saved him
Her actions vital after
jet ski accident. Read more at
sportingnews.com.
Commissioners say some
schools can't afford to pay athletes
Big Ten boss Delaney gives
deposition. Read more at
USA Today.
Clemson gets Herschel
Walker's nephew
Tight end favors Tigers
over Vandy, Ole Miss. Read more at
The Atlanta Journal-Consitution.
Tar Heels to open 2015
football season in Charlotte
Gamecocks will provide
opposition. Read more at
wralsportsfan.com.
Teen who punched soccer
ref charged with murder
17-year-old could be tried
as adult. Read more at
cbssports.com.
For a more extensive
compilation of headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...
THURSDAY, MAY 9, 2013
Davidson to join
Atlantic 10
Move will take place for
2014-15. Read more at
cbssports.com.
Football coaches
getting the big bucks
Salaries increasing
rapidly, study shows. Read more at
si.com.
Quarterback may
transfer to N.C. State
Bench also considering
Mississippi State and South Florida. Read more at
espn.com.
ACC, Big Ten hoops
pairings set
Michigan at Duke, Tar
Heels visit Wolverines. Read more at
wralsportsfan.com.
Karl named NBA Coach of
Year
Award is his first in 25
years. Read more at
foxsports.com.
For a more extensive
compilation of headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...
WEDNESDAY, MAY 8, 2013
Very few Division I
programs self sufficient
Most are subsidized in
some manner. Read more at
USA Today.
CBS, Turner to split
big NCAA Tournament games
Turner will air
championship in future. Read more at
cbssports.com.
Testaverde headlines
college hall inductees
Coaches Bill McCartney,
Wayne Hardin among group tabbed for enshrinement. Read more at
espn.com.
Carrie Underwood to
sing on Sunday night football
Faith Hill stepping aside.
Read more at
foxsports.com.
Nets coaching search
continues
Phil Jackson passes. Read
more at
sportsillustrated.com.
Knicks run past Pacers
Rout evens series, 1-1.
Read more at
espn.com.
For a more extensive
compilation of headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...
TUESDAY, MAY 7, 2013
ACC has eight bowl
slots in 2013
Champ in Orange Bowl
unless selected for College Football Playoff. Read more at
wralsportsfan.com.
Four transferring from
Arkansas
Departures include QB
Mitchell. Read more at
espn.com.
Blaudschun: Georgetown
fingerprints all over Big East commissioner search
Column: MLB V-P Tim
Brosnan appears to be a leading candidate. Read more at
ajerseyguy.com.
Legislative inaction
irks Dolphins
Move to Los Angeles in
speculation. Read more at
cbssports.com.
Senator has ace while
playing with Obama
President seeking to
develop favor on links. Read more at
USA Today.
Boston writer explains
lone vote for Anthony
Washburn didn't expect to
be minority of one in NBA MVP voting. Read more at
si.com.
For a more extensive
compilation of headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...
MONDAY, MAY 6, 2013
Someone didn't vote for
LeBron
King James one vote shy of
unanimity for NBA MVP. Read more at
espn.com.
Durant provides
Thunderous ending
OKC edges Grizzlies in
series opener. Read more at
cbssports.com.
Dolphins sign Pro Bowl
offensive tackle
Clabo will line up on
right side. Read more at
USA Today.
Tebow could become
analyst
Former Heisman winner
should have options. Read more at
fannation.com.
Ernst earns Wells Fargo
win
Alternate into field wins
playoff in Charlotte. Read more at
wralsportsfan.com.
For a more extensive
compilation of headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...
MOST
RECENTLY UPDATED FOR SUNDAY, MAY 5, 2013
Early football
enrollees increasing
This year's total highest
ever. Read more at
USA Today.
Dolphins owner upset
No stadium renovation
could mean no Super Bowl. Read more at
si.com.
Orb wins Derby
Favorite overcomes sloppy
conditions with stretch run. Read more at
wralsportsfan.com.
Mickelson, Watney share
top spot in Charlotte
Leaders at 8-under in
Wells Fargo. Read more at
espn.com.
Rory gets spanked on
birthday
Poor putting leads to 73.
Read more at
golfchannel.com.
For a more extensive
compilation of headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...
SATURDAY, MAY 4, 2013
Spurrier pushing for
payments to players
Revenue increases should
be shared with athletes says Gamecocks coach. Read more at
si.com.
Field set at Churchill
Downs
Wide-open Kentucky Derby
goes off today. Read more at
wralsportsfan.com.
Mickelson leads in
Charlotte
Lefty fires second round
67. Read more at
cbssports.com.
Knicks close out
Celtics
Anthony leads win with 21
points. Read more at
espn.com.
Report says LeBron MVP
Was Heat star unanimous?
Read more at
foxsports.com.
For a more extensive
compilation of headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...
FRIDAY, MAY 3, 2013
Would Cubs leave Wrigley Field?
Chairman would like to enhance revenue sources. Read more at
si.com.
New Big East focusing on WCC commissioner?
League looks to get
operational by July 1. Read more at
ajerseyguy.com.
Jabari Parker signs with Duke
Future Blue Devil has impressive credentials. Read more at
wralsportsfan.com.
Irish look at football stadium expansion
Seating would accompany multi-pupose structures. Read more at
espn.com.
NCAA reverses field on texting
Numerous objections result in revisions. Read more at
cbssports.com.
SEC network will have extensive content
Live events will abound. Read more at
sportsillustrated.com.
McIlroy opens with 67 in Wells Fargo
Seven share
first-round lead at PGA stop. Read more at
wralsportsfan.com.
For a more extensive
compilation of headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...
THURSDAY, MAY 2, 2013
ESPN going all in on college baseball
Network will carry all 16 NCAA regional games. Read more at
baseballamerica.com.
Vols extend former ECU AD's contract
Dave Hart receives
$592,250 salary plus $150,000 annually for media appearances. Read more
at
Yahoo Sports.
Trickett transferring to West Virginia
Former Florida State quarterback has ties to the state. Read more at
si.com.
Wolfpack adds rebounder
Gottfried officially announces signing of Freeman. Read more at
wralsportsfan.com.
Damian Lillard is NBA rookie of the year
Former Weber State player is unanimous choice. Read more at
cbssports.com.
Champions tour golfer called in Tiger's violation
Eger may have prevented disqualification at Masters. Read more at
USA Today.
For a more extensive
compilation of headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...
WEDNESDAY, MAY 1, 2013
Tribal casino interested in AAC Tournament
Connecticut arena seats 9,500. Read more at
espn.com.
Tide QB in pace car
McCarron has longed to get up to speed at Talladega. Read more at
espn.com.
Alford, Lobos dispute buyout
New contract specified $1 million. Read more at
cbssports.com.
Thomas, Duke absolved in jewelry purchase
NCAA confirms statement from Blue Devils. Read more at
wralsportsfan.com.
Kupchak addresses Howard's status
Lakers GM optimistic of resigning premier big man. Read more at
The Los Angeles Times.
For a more extensive
compilation of headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...
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