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NUGGETS &
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West Virginia outscores
Baylor, 70-63
Mountaineers quarterback
Geno Smith passes for eight touchdowns and 656 yards. Read more at
sportsillustrated.
Another tough day for
Razorbacks
Texas A&M deals Arkansas
another one-sided setback and gets its first SEC win. Read more at
foxsports.com.
Dawgs hold off Vols
Georgia moves to 5-0
overall and 3-0 in SEC going into border rivalry with South Carolina.
Read more at
sportingnews.com.
Ryder Cup within USA's
reach
Americans lead Europe 10-6
going into Sunday play and need 4 1/2 points in singles for victory.
Read more from
USA Today.
Fans, offense are no
shows in UCF loss to Missouri
Tigers take 21-16 win in
Knights' prelude to Thursday night game with East Carolina. Read more
from
The Orlando Sentinel.
For a more extensive
compilation of headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...
SATURDAY, SEPT. 29, 2012
Seventh big bowl could
provide opportunity for 'have nots'
Pac 12, Big 12 discuss
matchup with five non-AQ conferences. Read more at
sportsillustrated.com.
Former Hokies star
adjusts to high school coaching
Martin as assistant at
Franklin County High in Virginia. Read more from
The Roanoke Times.
Buckeyes, Spartans limp
into Big Ten opener
Matchup could shed light
on league championship race. Read more from
The Chicago Sun-Times.
Cavs to don throwback
uniforms
1968-style jerseys will
honor Quayle as Virginia meets Louisiana Tech. Read more from
The Richmond Times-Dispatch.
Numbers released on ECU
trips to Chapel Hill
Pirates picked up $250,000
for football, will make $100,000 for basketball. Read more from
The Daily Tar Heel.
For a more extensive
compilation of headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...
FRIDAY, SEPT. 28, 2012
UNC-CH granted 53
academic exceptions over past five years
Outgoing chancellor Thorp
discusses plans for reform. Read more from
The Chapel Hill News.
ODU will get early
start in C-USA
Monarchs are scheduled to
play eight games in league in 2014, including ECU. Read more from
The Virginian-Pilot.
Officer says he was
fired over Clemson coach's ticket
Swinney allegedly was
doing 63 in a 35 mph zone in Pickens, SC. Read more at
espn.com.
Ducks, 'Noles could
challenge SEC supremacy
Task of stopping league's
six national championship string on gridiron is daunting. Read more from
USA Today.
Alleged Auburn tree
poisoner will be evaluated
Updyke embroiled in hassle
over lawn mower. Read more at
sportsillustrated.com.
Former Tar Heel player
will get chance with Marlins
Greenberg beaned in only
previous MLB plate appearance. Read more at
wralsportsfan.com.
For a more extensive
compilation of headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...
THURSDAY, SEPT. 27, 2012
Judge rules that UNC-CH
should release info
Manning said public has
right to information relating to NCAA violations. Read more at
wralsportsfan.com.
Dye comes to support of
Auburn coach
Former ECU grid boss says
he wouldn't trade Chizik for 10 Sabans. Read more from
USA Today.
Another quarterback
leaves Nittany Lions
Jones departs program
after demotion to third string, experiment at tight end. Read more at
sportsillustrated.com.
Osborne to step down as
AD at Nebraska
Former Cornhuskers
football coach, 75, held the administrative position for five years.
Read more at
espn.com.
Replacement refs may be
replaced
NFL, officials union
nearing agreement after missed call cost Packers a win. Read more at
wralsportsfan.com.
For a more extensive
compilation of headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...
WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 26, 2012
UTEP coach Mike Price
conducts news conference
Price sizes up trip to
ECU. Read more at
utepathletics.com.
Doctors give Tar Heels
coach Roy Williams good news
Tumor removed from kidney
was benign. Read more at
wralsportsfan.com.
Irish put Wolverines on
hold
Move to ACC means
suspension in traditional matchup. Read more at
espn.com.
NFL admits replacement
refs goofed
Game-closing score will
stand and Seattle edges Green Bay despite offensive pass interference.
Read more from
The New York Daily News.
UCF's Bortles faces
Missouri pressure
Knights quarterback says
he must stay cool. Read more from
The Orlando Sentinel.
For a more extensive
compilation of headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...
TUESDAY, SEPT. 25, 2012
Six sites in contention
for first FBS playoff championship game
First title game under new
format will be played Jan. 12, 2015. Read more at
si.com.
FSU's Manuel plays way
into Heisman candidacy
Seminoles quarterback puts
up big numbers in comeback win over Clemson. Read more from
The Miami Herald.
Baseball star's son
makes commitment to Notre Dame
Wide receiver Torii Hunter
Jr. decides on Irish after viewing win over Michigan. Read more at
espn.com.
Old Dominion QB getting
national attention
Future Conference USA
members up to No. 4 in Football Championship Subdivision poll. Read more
from
The Virginian-Pilot.
Spurrier: No question
about it
Gamecocks coach doesn't
take questions at news conference after win over Missouri. Read more at
sportingnews.com.
For a more extensive
compilation of headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...
MONDAY, SEPT. 24, 2012
Rain gives ECU QB
commit Benkert a night off
Island Coast rolls to
shutout win. Read more from
The Cape Coral Breeze.
ECU football player
busted and booted
An arrest on drug-related
charges early Sunday morning led to the dismissal of senior receiver
Dayon Arrington from the East Carolina football team. Arrington's name
was removed from the squad's roster on the school's official athletics
Web site on Sunday. Read more at
ecupirates.com.
Tar Heel football
player charged in assault
North Carolina freshman
punter/kicker Nicholas Weiler arrested on multiple charges early Sunday
morning in Chapel Hill. Read more at
wralsportsfan.com.
LSU drops to third in
coaches poll
Oregon moves to second
after Tigers' narrow win over Auburn. Read more from
The Birmingham News.
'Noles make bound
toward BCS contention
Second-half roll
suppresses Clemson. Read more at
sportsillustrated.com.
Legal issues continue
in UCF player's death
UCFAA contesting $10
million award. Read more from
The Orlando Sentinel.
For a more extensive
compilation of headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...
SUNDAY, SEPT. 23, 2012
Miners compete in loss
at Wisconsin
ECU's next opponent falls
to 0-17 against BCS opposition. Read more at
sportsillustrated.com.
UAB gets moral victory
at Ohio State
Blazers avoid blowout
against Buckeyes. Read more at
sportsillustrated.com.
Passing record falls as
ODU comes back
Monarchs top New
Hampshire. Read more from
The Associated Press.
Beep, beep ... zoom,
Roadrunners roll
Texas-San Antonio stays
unbeaten. Read more from
The San Antonio Express-News.
Navy blows past Keydets
Midshipmen get needed 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, SEPT. 22, 2012
Badgers to start
redshirt freshman walk-on QB against UTEP
Stave earned opportunity
with second half performance last week. Read more at
si.com.
Thorp doesn't appear
likely to remain
UNC-Chapel Hill chancellor
still planning to step down. Read more at
wral.com.
Florida Atlantic's
Henry gives Tide bulletin board material
Top-ranked team can be
beaten, he says. Read more at
espn.com.
UCF's Murray is mending
Knights back could return
against Missouri next week. Read more from
The Orlando Sentinel.
ECU RB Furr makes
homecoming
Pirate junior began his
college career at North Carolina. Read more from
The Wilmington Star-News.
For a more extensive
compilation of headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...
FRIDAY, SEPT. 21, 2012
Tarboro DE picks
Buckeyes
Tyquan Lewis spurns ACC,
SEC offers to play for Urban Meyer. Read more at
highschoolot.com.
Roy Williams leaves
hospital after surgery
UNC-Chapel Hill hoops
coach had tumor removed from right kidney on Wednesday. Read more at
wralsportsfan.com.
Elite bowls may be
added to new college football system
More big money postseason
games proposed. Read more at
espn.com.
Arkansas coach faces
financial difficulties
John L. Smith files for
$25.7 million in bankruptcy relief amid Razorback struggles. Read more
at
sportsillustrated.com.
Bernard's status
undetermined for ECU game
Running back among several
limited in workouts at UNC. Read more at
The Durham Herald-Sun.
For a more extensive
compilation of headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...
THURSDAY, SEPT. 20, 2012
Raleigh stands to lose
millions with NHL lockout
Hockey a boon in capital
city. Read more at
wralsportsfan.com.
NCAA task force
assembled
Group will administer
dispersal of $60 million Penn State fine. Read more at
sportsillustrated.com.
Terps face big
challenge against West Virginia
Mountaineers have
dominated border clash in recent years. Read more from
The Baltimore Sun.
Miners get Jeffery back
Running back depth has
been challenging issue for UTEP. Read more from
The El Paso Times.
A look at the SEC's
national championship contenders
Analysis looks at run
game, rush defense and turnover ratio. Read more from
The Birmingham News.
For a more extensive
compilation of headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...
WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 19, 2012
Thomas's tab gets paid
Jeweler not talking to
NCAA about former Blue Devil's 2010 order. Read more at
wralsportsfan.com.
Heels have been
inconsistent
Wild swings have
characterized start of Fedora era. Read more at
wralsportsfan.com.
Duke getting ready for
Memphis
Dose of reality followed
first win this season. Read more from
The Durham Herald-Sun.
Gamecocks' Shaw back
again
South Carolina quarterback
will start Missouri game. Read more at
sportsillustrated.com.
Texas-El Paso gets
ready to face Badgers
Miners visit Wisconsin
before C-USA game in Greenville. Read more from
The El Paso Times.
For a more extensive
compilation of headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...
TUESDAY, SEPT. 18, 2012
UNC-CH chancellor
stepping down
Thorp's tenure marked by
scandals. Read more at
wral.com.
Wolfpack's Purvis
cleared to play
NCAA finally rules
favorably for hoops standout. Read more at
wralsportsfan.com.
Gamecocks back draws
suspension
Helmet to helmet hit means
Swearinger must sit out matchup with Missouri. Read more from
USA Today.
Sandusky to be
sentenced Oct. 9
Former Penn State
assistant will likely get life for multiple convictions. Read more from
USA Today.
Three arrested in
attack on Wisconsin running back
Montee Ball was walking in
Madison when trio sought retaliation. Read more at
sportsillustrated.com.
For a more extensive
compilation of headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...
MONDAY,
SEPT. 17, 2012
Rooting interest
sidelines side judge
A replacement official for
Sunday's Carolina-New Orleans matchup was pulled by the NFL after it
came to light that he is a Saints fan. Read more at
foxnews.com.
Fans few and far
between for Miami Hurricanes home game
Miserable attendance and
rampant apathy by the Miami fan base were on display when the Hurricanes
hosted Bethune-Cookman on Saturday. View photo and read more from
Yahoo Sports.
Commissioner: Big East
not dead
Big East Commissioner Mike
Aresco dismissed talk of the league's demise in the wake of Notre Dame's
pending departure for the Atlantic Coast Conference. Read more from
Yahoo Sports.
SEC dominates upper
tier of AP poll
Southeastern Conference
powers Alabama, LSU, Georgia and South Carolina took four of the top
seven spots in this week's Associated Press Top 25. View the rankings at
espn.com.
Jets coach: Tebow's 'a
[bleeping] winner'
In the saga leading up to
Tim Tebow's journey from Denver to the Big Apple, New York Jets coach
Rex Ryan recounted to a writer in graphic terms the quality that helped
Tebow beat the Jets last season. Read more from
The New York Post.
For a more extensive
compilation of headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...
SUNDAY, SEPT. 16, 2012
'Noles roll
Florida State blasts Wake
Forest. Read more at
sportsillustrated.com.
Louisville holds off
Heels
UNC-Chapel Hill slips to
1-2 with loss to No. 19 Cards. Read more at
wralsportsfan.com.
Pitt pulls a stunner
Struggling Panthers shock
Hokies. Read more at
wralsportsfan.com.
UCF downs FIU
Knights get the best of an
in-state foe. Read more from
The Orlando Sentinel.
Penn State gets a win
Navy falls to Nittany
Lions. Read more at
foxsports.com.
For a more extensive
compilation of headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...
SATURDAY, SEPT. 15, 2012
McAdoo's claim: Didn't
get due process at North Carolina
Lawyers present former Tar
Heel gridder's case. Read more at
wralsportsfan.com.
Fundraising should
remain strong despite UNC-CH departures
Money should roll in
although Kupec, Hansbrough exit. Read more at
wral.com.
Vaccaro says NCAA
should come down on Blue Devils, Tar Heels
Former Nike shoe agent
decries preferential treatment. Read more from
USA Today.
Lampley lights way for
Southern Miss
Multi-threat player
presents challenge for ECU. Read more from
The Jackson Clarion-Ledger.
Saturday Night Live:
Irish visit Michigan State
Spartans rate as favorites
in clash of unbeatens. Read more from
The Washington Post.
For a more extensive
compilation of headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...
FRIDAY, SEPT. 14, 2012
Former UNC-Chapel Hill
football player gets another day in court
Suit against the Tar
Heels, NCAA was thrown out once. Read more at
wralsportsfan.com.
Late bloomer at DE for
Golden Eagles
Smith has developed an
affinity for the game and will get a start against ECU due to an injury.
Read more from
The Jackson Clarion-Ledger.
UCLA withdraws offer to
Georgia QB
Eddie Printz was surprised
to find out the Bruins weren't honoring a scholarship offer. Read more
from
The Atlanta Journal Constitution.
UCF's O'Leary critical
of Notre Dame's deal with ACC
No one should be able to
pick and choose, according to the Knights coach. Read more from
The Orlando Sentinel.
Irish move impacts Big
East
Memphis feels
repercussions from another defection. Read more from
The Memphis Commercial Appeal.
For a more extensive
compilation of headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...
THURSDAY, SEPT. 13, 2012
Notre Dame joins ACC
... to a degree
The ACC is adding another
program from the Big East, making an announcement on Wednesday. Read
more at
wralsportsfan.com.
Tami Hansbrough resigns
at North Carolina
The mother of former hoops
standout resigns from a fundraising position. Read more at
wral.com.
Early unbeatens collide
tonight
Rutgers, South Florida put
2-0 records on line. Read more from
The Tampa Tribune.
Mississippi State
booster allegedly paid recruit
Situation may relate to
assistant's departure. Read more at
sportsillustrated.com.
'Bama loses back
Jalston Fowler out for
season. Read more from
The New York Times.
For a more extensive
compilation of headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...
WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 12, 2012
Kupec resigns at North
Carolina, Hansbrough's mother implicated
Investigation shows
questionable travel expenses from university fundraisers. Read more from
The New York Daily News.
Johnny Miller says
Tiger Woods asked him to be his coach
TV golf analyst declined
to help golf star. Read more at
golf.com.
Appalachian State gets
commitment from Broughton point guard
Graham called five-tool
player by Caps coach. Read more at
highschoolot.com.
Guilford cross country
to the rescue
Drowning man saved at Kure
Beach. Read more from
The Greensboro News & Record.
Navy's Shawn Lynch
makes switch
Has big game as receiver
after moving from defense. Read more from
The Baltimore Sun.
For a more extensive
compilation of headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...
TUESDAY, SEPT. 11, 2012
UNC-Chapel Hill fraud
case lingers
Extent of academic-athletic
improprieties still under investigation in Chapel Hill, even after NCAA
penalties. Read more at
wral.com.
Knights focus on
payback
Central Florida moves on after loss
at Ohio State. Read more from
The Orlando Sentinel.
Texas A&M billboard
vandalized
After a 20-17 Aggies loss to
Florida in their SEC opener, a Texas A&M billboard gets a burnt orange
paint job. Read more from
The Dallas Morning News.
Blazers not sure which
Gamecocks QB they'll see
Connor Shaw is still mending but
Dylan Thompson was more than effective against ECU. Read more from
The Birmingham News.
USM names freshman QB
to start against Pirates
Anthony Alford emerges from
three-deep competition during Golden Eagles' bye week. Read more from
The Jackson Clarion-Ledger.
For a more extensive
compilation of headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...
MONDAY, SEPT. 10, 2012
Beaufort shines in
"Coolest Small Towns" balloting
Salty seaside spirit, Southern
serenity, historic surroundings and WiFi help fuel avalanche of votes
for modern-day pirate's haven. Read more from
Fox News.
Extent of Tulane
player's injury not determined
Doctor: it's too early to tell if
Devon Walker will be paralyzed. Read more from
Fox Sports.
LeGrand pledges support
Former Rutgers player understands
Walker's situation. Read more from
USA Today.
Bets called off
Sports books in Las Vegas canceled
action on Florida State's weather-shortened matchup with Savannah State.
Read more from
USA Today.
Schiano wins debut with
Bucs
Tampa Bay tops Panthers in opener.
Read more at
wralsportsfan.com.
McIlroy tops golf's
elite
PGA champion emerges in BMW
tournament. Read more from
The Atlanta Journal Constitution.
For a more extensive
compilation of headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...
SUNDAY, SEPT. 9, 2012
Blue says UNC-Chapel
Hill attitude has changed
The Tar Heels were disappointed
with a 28-27 loss at Wake Forest on Saturday, in contrast perhaps to an
Independence Bowl loss at the close of 2011. Read More at
wralsportsfan.com.
Arkansas stunned by ULM
Louisiana-Monroe, coached by former
East Carolina offensive coordinator Todd Berry, shocks the Razorbacks in
overtime. Read More at
huffingtonpost.com.
Barkley throws for six
TDs
Southern Cal went to the air with
success to subdue Syracuse. Read more at
sportsillustrated.com.
Gators spoil Aggies'
SEC debut
Florida edged Texas A&M, 20-17.
Read more at
huffingtonpost.com.
41-year old heavyweight
retains title on TKO
Charr's challenge stopped on cut.
Read more from
The New York Times.
For a more extensive
compilation of headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...
SATURDAY, SEPT. 8, 2012
Former Duke player sued
over jewelry order
Lance Thomas, a starter on the Blue
Devils' 2010 NCAA hoops champs, has apparently defaulted on a $97,000
debt. Read more at
wralsportsfan.com.
Gamecocks look for
passing game upgrade
South Carolina coach Steve Spurrier
is looking for better production from the air game against East
Carolina. Read more from
The Washington Post.
UCF faces Buckeyes
Knights have upset on their minds
against Ohio State. Read more from
The Orlando Sentinel.
Bulldogs shorthanded
Four starters for Georgia will be
out against Missouri. Read more at
sportsillustrated.com.
Arkansas coach files
for bankruptcy
John L. Smith looking for
protection from bad real estate deals. Read more at
sportsillustrated.com.
For a more extensive
compilation of headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...
FRIDAY, SEPT. 7, 2012
Pack DB has
uncharacteristic performance
After leading the nation in
interceptions, N.C. State's David Amerson looks to atone for a tough
night against Tennessee. Read more from
The Greensboro News & Record.
It starts up front
Miami's offensive line was both
durable and effective in a season-opening win over Boston College. No.
21 Kansas State is next. Read more from
The Miami Herald.
Seminoles favored by
70.5 points
The point spread for Florida
State's matchup with Savannah State is a record. Read more from
The Orlando Sentinel.
Holland explains noon
kickoff with Appalachian State
The ECU AD was left with little
choice on start time after television delivered its edict. Read more at
ecupirates.com.
Hokies lose wide
receiver
D.J. Coles went out in the first
quarter against Georgia Tech with more knee problems and apparently is
out for the season. Read more at
vteffect.com.
For a more extensive
compilation of headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...
THURSDAY, SEPT. 6, 2012
Former State star
Burleson recalls terrorism at 1972 Olympics
Tommy Burleson was on the USA men's
basketball team when 11 Israelis were killed in Germany. Read more from
The Fayetteville Observer.
Saban rips media
Alabama coach Nick Saban was
critical of the lack of respect from the media for the Crimson Tide's
next opponent, Western Kentucky. Read more from
USA Today.
Replacement refs get
initial thumbs up
With the NFL still haggling with
its regular officials' union, replacements working the Dallas-New York
Giants game got started without controversy. Read more from
Newsday.
Suit seeks compensation
for NCAA athletes
Former UCLA basketball player Ed
O'Bannon is involved in a lawsuit that could compensate NCAA athletes
when their images are used in video games. Read more from
The Detroit Free Press.
Connor Shaw practices
on Wednesday
South Carolina quarterback Connor
Shaw practiced for the first time this week. Read more from
The Kansas City Star.
For a more extensive
compilation of headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...
WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 5, 2012
Honey Badger back at
LSU
Tyrann Mathieu has enrolled again
at LSU but Tigers coach Les Miles wouldn't comment on the Heisman Trophy
finalist's football future. Read more from
The State.
UVa gets hoops
commitment
California point guard casts his
lot with Cavaliers. Read more at
roanoke.com.
Southern Miss still
evaluating quarterbacks
After a decisive loss at Nebraska,
Southern Miss coach Ellis Johnson said the program is still looking at
three quarterbacks. Read more from
The Clarion Ledger.
Notre Dame analyst
suspended for two more games
Former Irish running back Allen
Pinkett continues to feel the heat from preseason comments. Read more at
sportsillustrated.com.
Sizing up N.C. State's
second game
The Wolfpack travels to UConn,
which is coming off a 37-0 win over UMass. Read more from
The Hartford Courant.
For a more extensive
compilation of headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...
TUESDAY, SEPT. 4, 2012
Commish says Big 12
near big TV deal
The Big 12 Conference is close to
signing a $2.6 billion television rights deal that will run through
2025. Read more at
sportsillustrated.com.
Memphis coach not
looking for an excuse
Tigers drop opener to FCS team
after extended storm delay. Read more from
The Memphis Commercial Appeal.
Potential recruiting
problems with UCLA hoops
The NCAA is looking into possible
recruiting violations involving three highly-regarded UCLA freshmen.
Read more from
The Louisville Courier-Journal.
Top UCF back could miss
Ohio State game
Latavius Murray of the Golden
Knights sustained a shoulder injury in the season opening romp over
Akron. Read more from
The Orlando Sentinel.
Lane Stadium toilets
vie for nation's best
When it comes to bathroom
facilities, Virginia Tech is in the Top 10. Read more at
hamptonroads.com.
For a more extensive
compilation of headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...
MONDAY, SEPT. 3, 2012
VP candidate Ryan
visiting ECU
Republican vice presidential
candidate Paul Ryan is scheduled to campaign at East Carolina today.
Read more at
wral.com.
'Bama makes opening
statement
The Crimson Tide looked capable of
defending their national title in trouncing Michigan on Saturday night.
Read more at
al.com.
Gamecock quarterback
ailing
South Carolina quarterback Connor
Shaw will miss some practice this week as the Gamecocks prepare for East
Carolina. Read more at
espn.com.
Now, that's an air raid
D-III quarterback throws for 736
yards. Read more at
cbssports.com.
Hokies host Jackets
tonight
A big matchup in the ACC Coastal
Division takes place tonight. Read more at
sports.yahoo.com.
For a more extensive
compilation of headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...
SUNDAY, SEPT. 2, 2012
Girl plays QB in high
school game
Erin DMeglio is believed
to be the first girl to play quarterback in a high school football game
in Florida. Read more from
USA Today High School Sports.
Fan who fell to death
in Georgia Dome had been drinking
A 20-year old Tennessee
man who fell to his death in the Georgia Dome on Friday had been
drinking. Read more from
wralsportsfan.com.
Pirates got in shape at
shed
Conditioning in the heat
of the summer paid off for East Carolina on Saturday. Read more from
The Fayetteville Observer.
Possible violations at
USC
More illegal activity is
going to be investigated at the Los Angeles football power, which has
run afoul of the NCAA before. Read more from
sportsillustrated.com.
Kellen Winslow cut by
Seattle
The Seattle Seahawks made
a surprise move by cutting tight end Kellen Winslow. Read more from
foxsports.com.
For a more extensive
compilation of headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...
SATURDAY, SEPT. 1, 2012
ECU's second week
opponent takes opener
South Carolina started the season
with an SEC game and rallied past Vanderbilt. Read more from
wralsportsfan.com
Leach's Cougars
hammered
The offense of former Texas Tech
coach Mike Leach struggled in Washington State's loss at Brigham Young.
Read more from
sportsillustrated.com
Georgia Tech coach bans
twitter
The Yellow Jackets won't be
tweeting after an edict by football coach Paul Johnson. Read more from
The Atlanta Journal Constitution
Big East talking
expansion
The new commissioner of the Big
East, Mike Aresco, said the league is looking to add a 14th member for
football. Read more from
espn.com
USA Today looks at
college football uniforms
Appalachian State and Southern Miss
are featured in new/old football fashion for 2012. Read more from
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