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NUGGETS &
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UPDATED FOR MONDAY, MARCH 31, 2014
Kurt Busch holds off Jimmie
Johnson
Dale Jr. third at Martinsville. Read
more at
wralsportsfan.com.
Big money, big meal for Mike Trout
Former ECU recruit celebrates
mega-contract with 3.5-pound steak. Read more at
nbcsports.com.
Yankees sport new look
Team opens checkbook for high-end
makeover. Read more at
bostonherald.com.
Falcons shy away from Chris
Johnson
Former ECU star likely to find new
home if he's released by Titans. Read more at
nbcsports.com.
DeSean Jackson to visit Redskins
Raiders also interested in playmaking
wideout. Read more at
nfl.com.
Pete Rose preaches on second
chances
Banned baseball great goes to church
to speak to overflow crowds. Read more at
philly.com.
UConn ousts Michigan State
Huskies face Florida in Final Four.
Read more at
courant.com.
Huskies apologize to President
Tongue-in-cheek tweet comes after
UConn busts Obama's bracket. Read more at
nbcsports.com.
Izzo makes classy gesture in
defeat
Spartans coach called timeout with 6
seconds left so UConn fans "could enjoy moment." Read more at
yardbarker.com.
Kentucky's young guns still
standing
All-freshman starting lineup turns
attention to Wisconsin. Read more at
cbssports.com.
Don't overlook Badgers in Final
Four
Wisconsin has chemistry and Kaminsky.
Read more at
usatoday.com.
Cal's Montgomery may bow out
Former Stanford coach will confer
with AD today. Read more at
yahoo.com.
Terps stun Lady Vols
Thomas has 33 points as Maryland
advances. Read more at
espn.com.
AAC HQ to remain in
Providence
Aresco points to 10-year lease and
proximity of ESPN, CBS, IMG. Read more at
pbn.com.
For a more extensive compilation of
headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...
SUNDAY, MARCH 30, 2014
Arizona dust contributes to
records
High school team hits 12 homers, nine
inside the park. Read more at
azdailysun.com.
Aresco dampens UMass speculation
AAC commissioner says league has no
plans to expand. Read more at
gazettenet.com.
Notre Dame QB has confidence
Zaire believes he'll beat out Golson.
Read more at
usatoday.com.
Mizzou hits paydirt in SEC
Athletic department reports revenue
surge after league move. Read more at
kansascity.com.
Auburn students nabbed in locker
room heist
Arrests made after Jordan-Hare
Stadium burglary. Read more at
oanow.com.
Legacies still unfolding for UConn,
Michigan State
Ollie, Izzo carry batons passed from
legendary coaching predecessors. Read more at
courant.com.
Kentucky big man doubtful today
Cauley-Stein nursing ankle. Read more
at
yahoo.com.
Florida, Wisconsin advance to
Final Four
Gators win 30th straight, Badgers
knock off top-seeded Arizona. Read more at
dailycamera.com.
Amaker sticks with Harvard
Boston College speculation goes by
the wayside. Read more at
nbcsports.com.
Ware leaving Louisville
2013 injury was inspiration for
Cards. Read more at
espn.com.
Suffering ends for Sixers
Philly fans celebrate as Pistons go
down hard. Read more at
cbssports.com.
Clippers coach sends 'Big Baby' to
locker room
Doc Rivers banishes Glen Davis from
bench after tantrum. Read more at
cbssports.com.
Bills future in Buffalo in doubt
Death of owner Ralph Wilson may lead
to an auction to the highest bidder. Read more at
buffalonews.com.
Mickelson withdraws from Texas
Open with pulled muscle
Bowditch leads going into final
round. Read more at
wralsportsfan.com.
For a more extensive compilation of
headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...
SATURDAY, MARCH 29, 2014
Mike Trout hits jackpot with
Angels
Former ECU recruit finalizing
contract extension worth $144.5 million. Read more at
nbcsports.com.
Move to compensate athletes gains
strength
Ruling regarding union is another
step. Read more at
wral.com.
Garden party: UConn tames Cyclones
Huskies carry AAC banner into
showdown with Michigan State for Final Four berth. Read more at
washingtonpost.com.
Wildcats claw past defending champ
Louisville
Late heroics propel Kentucky into
Sunday battle with Michigan for Final Four berth. Read more at
foxsports.com.
South Florida makes offer to
UNLV's Rice
Five-year, $6 million deal on table.
Read more at
cbssports.com.
D'Antoni linked to Marshall
Alma mater explores interest of NBA
veteran. Read more at
sportsonearth.com.
UCLA duo indicate draft plans
Anderson, LaVine leaving after Sweet
16 appearance. Read more at
si.com.
A.J. McCarron, Katherine Webb to
wed
Former Alabama QB puts former Miss
Alabama beyond Brent Musburger's reach. Read more at
nydailynews.com.
Boise State blocks Brevard High
School's blue field plans
Broncos invoke trademark protection
because field is also used by Brevard College. Read more at
citizen-times.com.
Eagles release Pro Bowl receiver
DeSean Jackson
Gang connections apparently a factor.
Read more at
espn.com.
For a more extensive compilation of
headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...
FRIDAY, MARCH 28, 2014
Whistle still blowing in Chapel
Hill
Weak paper that earned A-minus
revealed. Read more at
yahoo.com.
American public: College players
union a bad idea
Marist poll finds that 75 percent
disapprove of union push. Read more at
cbssports.com.
K-State president: Change is in
the wind
Kirk Schulz says NCAA steering
committee should pursue "sort of a much different model." Read more at
cbssports.com.
UNCW makes hoops hire
Louisville assistant Kevin Keatts
gets job. Read more at
wralsportsfan.com.
Thundering Herd courts Lakers
coach
Source: Donors willing to pony up to
woo Marshall alum Mark D'Antonio back to Huntington. Read more at
cbssports.com.
Dawkins' seat has cooled
Stanford coach oblivious to media
speculation. Read more at
usatoday.com.
One and done for Ennis
Syracuse freshman point guard informs
Boeheim on Thursday. Read more at
espn.com.
Former SMU star mistakenly
reported dead
Family, friends of retired NBA player
Quinton Ross relieved to learn that body found buried on NY beach was a
different person with the same name. Read more at
sportingnews.com.
Bush 41 on hand for Manziel pro
day workout
Former Prez, wife Barbara, Texas Gov.
Rick Perry attend Johnny Football's drills. Read more at
lostlettermen.com.
ODU rejects $1.3 million payday at
Alabama
Monarchs turn aside overtures from
ESPN and Tide for 2015 game in Tuscaloosa. Read more at
hamptonroads.com.
NFL agent charged in
murder-for-hire scheme
Marlon Sullivan facing felony counts
after California FBI raid. Read more at
yardbarker.com.
Abdul-Jabbar: Lebron
no Russell or Chamberlain
Hall of Famer shoots down Heat star's
"best ever" talk. Read more at
nbcsports.com.
Suffering Sixers
staggering into history
NBA's youngest team absorbs
record-tying 26th straight loss. Read more at
cbssports.com.
Ryder Cup to be shown in entirety
Golf Channel, NBC will get early
starts from Scotland. Read more at
golf.com.
For a more extensive compilation of
headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...
THURSDAY, MARCH 27, 2014
Northwestern players get nod for
union vote
NLRB district board rules that
football players qualify as university employees. Read more at
espn.com.
UMass exiting MAC
Minutemen decline full membership.
Read more at
si.com.
UMass looking for league options
Column: American Athletic Conference
offers best path for Minutemen. Read more at
gazettenet.com.
ACC title game cost FSU more than
$400,000
Ticket purchases and travel expenses
contributed to loss. Read more at
warchant.com.
SMU knocks off Cal for NIT
semifinal berth
Victory sends Hall of Fame coach
Larry Brown back to Madison Square Garden. Read more at
yahoo.com.
U of L implores students: Don't
burn couches
Plea comes from school's on-campus
housing department in advance of Cards' Sweet 16 matchup with Kentucky.
Read more at
lostlettermen.com.
Background check nixes USF hire
Masiello had resume discrepancy
regarding graduation from Kentucky. Read more at
cbssports.com.
Manhattan places Masiello on leave
School's move comes after questions
raised about coach's academic credentials. Read more at
gojaspers.com.
Kelly to have chemo, radiation
treatments
Hall of Fame QB's cancer affliction
remains "potentially curable." Read more at
foxsports.com.
Goodell says expanded playoffs not
dead
NFL commissioner says concept could
be revisited. Read more at
usatoday.com.
Yankees continue as most valuable
franchise
Rays have least worth, according to
Forbes. Read more at
yahoo.com.
Minor league manager
guarantees good weather
Phil Nevin puts his money on the line
for 60-degree temps for Reno Aces opener. Read more at
yardbarker.com.
For a more extensive compilation of
headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 26, 2014
Bills owner Ralph Wilson Jr.
passes
AFL pioneer was instrumental in
league's merger with NFL. Read more at
nbcsports.com.
Jim Kelly in new battle with
cancer
Hall of Fame Buffalo QB tentatively
set for surgery on Thursday. Read more at
whec.com.
Crossbar dunking banished by NFL
Graham's celebrations have caused
delays. Read more at
espn.com.
Graham vows to lead league in
penalties
Saints tight end and Goldsboro native
tweets displeasure over NFL's crossbar dunking ban. Read more at
nbcsports.com.
NFL adapts review procedure
Side blocks will draw flags. Read
more at
usatoday.com.
Tiger in race with time
Woods may be physically challenged to
catch Nicklaus. Read more at
yahoo.com.
Navy running back Will McKamey
dies
Former Tennessee prep star collapsed
during practice session. Read more at
nbcsports.com.
Jameis Winston joins
baseball brawl
Collision on first base line leads to
scrum in Florida-FSU game. Read more at
foxsports.com.
NCAA apparently pinching pennies
Governing body could have avoided
snafu in North Carolina game with timing system. Read more at
wralsportsfan.com.
USF making hoops coaching change
Masiello coming in from Manhattan.
Read more at
cbssports.com.
Report: USF hits the
brakes on coaching move
Source: Seach
firm turns up discrepancy in
Masiello background check. Read more at
tbo.com.
Michael Phelps primed
for comeback
Olympic superstar may soon compete in a
swim meet. Rear more at
chicagotribune.com.
For a more extensive compilation of
headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...
TUESDAY, MARCH 25,
2014
Cuban launches another barrage at
NFL
Mavs owner's Facebook post targets
league's player safety and behavioral issues. Read more at
espn.com.
Redskins owner creates 'Original
Americans Foundation'
Daniel Snyder moves to support
American Indian communities. Read more at
cbssports.com.
Home of Lakers' Young burglarized
during game
Thieves make off with $100,000 in
jewelry and other items. Read more at
nbcsports.com.
McElroy joins Tebow as broadcaster
Former Alabama quarterback retires
from NFL to team up with fellow Heisman winner on SEC Network. Read more
at
lostlettermen.com.
Shockers' Marshall named Iba Coach
of the Year
U.S. Basketball Writers Association
to formally honor Wichita State coach in Oklahoma City on April 14. Read
more at
foxsports.com.
South Korea pursues action over
Olympic judging
Controversial outcome of women's
figure skating competition sparks formal complaint with International
Skating Union's disciplinary committee. Read more at
sportsillustrated.com.
For a more extensive compilation of
headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...
MONDAY, MARCH 24, 2014
Kentucky stops Wichita State's run
Last three to win bounces away. Read
more at
espn.com.
Stanford stuns Kansas
Wiggins held to four points. Read
more at
cbssports.com.
Cavaliers school Memphis
Virginia conducts clinic against
Tigers to advance to Sweet 16. Read more at
sportsillustrated.com.
Report: Stanford band nabbed in
alcohol caper
Reporter tweets that tubas were used
to try to sneak booze into game. Read more at
yardbarker.com.
Internet hones in on Morgan
Miller's 'High Life'
Dayton coach's wife sports T-shirt
for the ages. Read more at
sportsillustrated.com.
Southern Miss knocks off Mizzou in
NIT
3rd-seeded Golden Eagles turn sights
to clash at No. 1 seed Minnesota for berth in Madison Square Garden
semifinals. Read more at
stltoday.com.
Frozen Four heads to Philly
BC, Minnesota, Union (NY) and
Wisconsin face off in NCAA hockey tournament. Read more at
philly.com.
N.C. school embroiled in hazing
death suit
Family of Robert Eugene Tipton Jr.
targets High Point University and Delta Sigma Phi fraternity. Read more
at
foxnews.com.
Tony Dungy's son transferring to
USF
Wide receiver to join Bulls after
graduating from Oregon in May. Read more at
nbcsports.com.
Cuban: NFL 10 years away from
implosion
"Pigs get fat, hogs get slaughtered,"
says Mavs owner. Read more at
espn.com.
Jets owner sees QB battle shaping
up
Veteran Michael Vick to provide
competition for Geno Smith. Read more at
usatoday.com.
Ortiz gets his wish
Red Sox slugger lands one year
extension through 2015. Read more at
nbcsports.com.
Lebron sounds off on "excuses"
Frustration sets in after Heat lose
seven of 11. Read more at
yardbarker.com.
Busch wins battle of Kyles in
California
Larson edged in NASCAR event. Read
more at
sportingnews.com.
Every time is Sunday
Scott fades in Arnold Palmer
Invitational. Read more at
yahoo.com.
For a more extensive compilation of
headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...
SUNDAY, MARCH 23, 2014
Dodgers open with win Down Under
Some Diamondbacks have to walk to
stadium. Read more at
cbssports.com.
NASCAR planning horsepower
reduction
Aerodynamic and tire changes also
likely for Sprint Cup cars in 2015. Read more at
foxsports.com.
NFL may ban goal post dunks
Two-handed slam by Saints tight end
Jimmy Graham last season delayed game for crossbar repairs. Read more at
nbcsports.com.
Gators show some chomp
Top seed advances past Pitt.
wralsportsfan.com.
UConn takes out No. 2 seed
Villanova
Shabazz Napier's 21 second half
points help propel Huskies to Sweet 16. Read more at
nbcsports.com.
Cinderella without Brown Bear
Mercer big man has concussion. Read
more at
usatoday.com.
Duke awaits duo's decisions
Will college careers end with
disappointing loss? Read more at
wralsportsfan.com.
Cyclones lose Niang
Foot fracture sidelines Iowa State's
third leading scorer. Read more at
espn.com.
Octogenarian fan
refuses surgery until game is over
Emergency room staff joins 81-year-old
woman in watching Memphis Tigers advance in NCAA tournament before
repairing her collapsed lung. Read more at
foxsports.com.
Maryland-ACC divorce
getting ugly
Terps issue subpoenas to 10 schools and
ESPN over alleged shenanigans. Read more at
washingtonpost.com.
For a more extensive compilation of
headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...
SATURDAY, MARCH 22, 2014
Broadway Mike: Vick picks Jets
As Mark Sanchez exits, former Eagle
joins QB battle in NY. Read more at
nbcsports.com.
Bortles wows NFL evaluators
Former UCF QB shores up draft
credentials at Pro Day workout. Read more at
orlandosentinel.com.
Spurrier buys in to 'Garnet Way'
South Carolina coach's donations to
school reach $1 million mark. Read more at
postandcourier.com.
1991 'cheap' shot still riles
Isaiah Thomas
Former Pistons 'Bad Boy' came out on
short end of encounter with Jazz forward Karl Malone. Read more at
detroitnews.com.
No perfect brackets left
Billion-dollar prize is safe. Read
more at
yahoo.com.
NCCU's 20-game win streak halted
Iowa State advances, 93-75. Read more
at
wralsportsfan.com.
VCU falls to Stephen F. Austin in
OT
Four-point play brings on extra
period. Read more at
espn.com.
Cavs avoid ignominious upset as
No. 1 seed
Coastal Carolina threatens. Read more
at
cbssports.com.
A-Sun champs shine in Raleigh
Senior-laden Mercer stuns Duke. Read
more at
usatoday.com.
Laettner peeved with
Duke over upset loss
Former Blue Devil tweets annoyance with
team's focus on long-range shooting. Read more at
lostlettermen.com.
For a more extensive compilation of
headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...
FRIDAY, MARCH 21, 2014
Will anyone take charge?
New rule may impact NCAA Tournament.
Read more at
usatoday.com.
Sooners buffaloed by Bison
12th seed North Dakota State stuns
5th seed Oklahoma in OT. Read more at
foxsports.com.
Harvard gets an A-plus
Crimson ousts Cincinnati. Read more
at
wralsportsfan.com.
Ohio State takes a Flyer
Dayton holds on for NCAA stunner.
Read more at
espn.com.
Pitt Panthers lower the boom
Colorado routed by record
proportions. Read more at
cbssports.com.
Ground Hog Day for Shockers
Wichita State returns to MVC Tourney
haunts in quest to stay unbeaten. Read more at
bnd.com.
WVU stadium upgrades in the works
Panel to review plans for $75 million
in improvements and additions. Read more at
nbcsports.com.
MJ apologizes over shoe
malfunction
Sorry 'bout that, Jordan tells Tony
Wroten's agent after 76ers guard's Air Jordan came apart during a game.
Read more at
delawareonline.com.
Adam Scott sets course record
62 good for lead in Arnold Palmer
Invitational. Read more at
yahoo.com.
For a more extensive compilation of
headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...
THURSDAY, MARCH 20, 2014
Chris Johnson attracting interest
Former ECU back is proven performer
in NFL. Read more at
cbssports.com.
Claim: Patriots file
false injury reports
Former New England players Brandon
Spikes and Aqib Talib say team gave them injury designations that were
not accurate. Read more at
nbcsports.com.
Cuban: Lakers mystique
may be done
Mavs owner says death of Lakers owner
Jerry Buss leaves permanent void. Read more at
star-telegram.com.
Danica aiming to continue climb
NASCAR's most recognizable woman
arrives at Fontana fresh off 18th place finish at Bristol. Read more at
foxsports.com.
Winston to have busy spring
Seminoles star will be involved with
baseball and football. Read more at
usatoday.com.
President picks Michigan State
Obama looks for Louisville to fall in
final. Read more at
wralsportsfan.com.
Player rips fans over CIT
attendance
Eastern Michigan's Glenn Bryant goes
on Twitter rant after 373 show up to watch team's first round win over
Norfolk State. Read more at
lostlettermen.com.
McCaffery rejoins Hawkeyes after
son's surgery
Iowa returns to NCAA field. Read more
at
espn.com.
Still some meat on that Bone
Fired Washington State coached has
$1.7 million left on contract. Read more at
yahoo.com.
For a more extensive compilation of
headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 19, 2014
Auburn hires Bruce Pearl
AD Jacobs believes former Tennessee
coach/ESPN analyst has learned from mistake. Read more at
espn.com.
BC in market for coach
Donahue given walking papers. Read
more at
usatoday.com.
Panthers QB scheduled for surgery
Rehab will be about four months for
Newton. Read more at
wralsportsfan.com.
Colts owner seeks treatment
Family issues statement. Read more at
yahoo.com.
Tiger withdraws from Arnold Palmer
Invitational
Lingering back problems raises doubt
about Masters. Read more at
cbssports.com.
For a more extensive compilation of
headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...
TUESDAY, MARCH 18, 2014
Colts owner arrested for DWI
Irsay failed sobriety tests. Read
more at
cbssports.com.
Elway enjoying "arms race" with
Patriots
Denver GM has New England in mind as
he checks off his offseason shopping list. Read more at
nbcsports.com.
Diamondbacks to hawk 18-inch corn
dogs
Stuffed with cheese and bacon, $25
"D-bat Dog" comes with fries. Read more at
yahoo.com.
Lawsuit challenges NCAA economic
practices
Kessler claims compensation capped at
value of scholarship. Read more at
espn.com.
Baylor adds football game against
Incarnate Word
Bears to host private Catholic
school's FCS team in 2019. Read more at
bizjournals.com.
No beer for the Big House
Michigan AD says school will not sell
alcohol in storied football stadium. Read more at
mlive.com.
NCAA Tournament trivia
Little-known facts about the field of
68. Read more at
usatoday.com.
NCAA botches official Field of 64
shirt
George Washington's "GW" logo
supplanted by NIT-bound Georgetown's "G." Read more at
lostlettermen.com.
Donovan opposes raising age limit
for NBA
Florida coach sees possibility of
accountability for violations. Read more at
nbcsports.com.
Duke's Parker wins Wayman Tisdale
Award
Kansas pair on freshmen team. Read
more at
wralsportsfan.com.
Complete Women's NIT
Bracket
ECU, Charlotte, ODU, High Point, N.C.
A&T among east coast invitees. View PDF at
womensnit.com.
For a more extensive compilation of
headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...
MONDAY, MARCH 17, 2014
NCAA bracket unveiled
Play starts Tuesday for 68-team
field. Read more at
cbssports.com.
Former ECU coach guides team to
CIT bid
Eddie Payne's USC Upstate Spartans
will host Towson in first round. Read more at
wspa.com.
Dooley's FGSU Eagles NIT-bound
Ex-ECU coach will lead team against
FSU in first round. Read more at
news-press.com.
SMU left out of NCAA field
Strength of scheduled cited in
omission. Read more at
usatoday.com.
St. Joe's takes A-10 crown
VCU falls in final. Read more at
foxsports.com.
Virginia surges in ACC final
Cavs top Duke, 72-63. Read more at
wralsports.com.
Tide QB search likely to be
prolonged
Saban says FSU transfer Jacob Coker
will get a shot at job when he arrives this summer. Read more at
nbcsports.com.
Jets down to the wire on Sanchez
decision
Looming roster bonus will force team
to decide on QB's status. Read more at
nydailynews.com.
Report: Maness roster spot almost
a sure thing
Former ECU pitcher still highly
regarded in St. Louis. Read more at
stltoday.com.
Hamilton aims to be ready by
opening day
Raleigh native making strides in
recovery from strained left calf. Read more at
mlbblogs.com.
Cubbies fire team shrink
Report: Sports psychologist acted too
much like a player. Read more at
cbssports.com.
Strong finish sends Senden to
Valspar Championship
One-stroke win ends victory drought.
Read more at
golf.com.
For a more extensive compilation of
headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...
SUNDAY, MARCH 16, 2014
Peppers picks Packers
Three-year deal worth $30 million.
Read more at
nbcsports.com.
Marlins honor Rivera by no-hitting
Yankees
Four Miami pitchers combine for gem
in Panama City exhibition game. Read more at
cbssports.com.
Texas A&M, UCLA to clash in
football
Matchups scheduled for 2016, 2017.
Read more at
si.com.
Gators get going with defense
No. 1 Florida rallies past Tennessee,
faces Kentucky in SEC final. Read more at
foxsports.com.
Michigan beats Buckeyes
Wolverines meeting Michigan State for
Big Ten title. Read more at
espn.com.
Big East sees room for ACC in Big
Apple
Restructured league functioning more
efficiently. Read more at
nytimes.com.
For a more extensive compilation of
headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...
SATURDAY, MARCH 15, 2014
John Daly struggles at Valspar
Championship
Career-high round of 90 features a 12
on No. 16. Read more at
espn.com.
Complete schedule of FBS spring
games
American members Tulsa, UConn, UCF
share April 12 date with ECU. Read more at
nbcsports.com.
Gators have lengthy list for
spring practice
Roper getting started as offensive
coordinator. Read more at
usatoday.com.
ACC looking to deregulate its
football championship
Matchup wouldn't necessarily pit
division winners. Read more at
cbssports.com.
Buckeyes battle back
Nebraska loses 18-point lead. Read
more at
yahoo.com.
Look for ACC Tournament in
Brooklyn in 2017
Deal with A-10 will make move
possible. Read more at
wralsportsfan.com.
For a more extensive compilation of
headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...
FRIDAY, MARCH 14, 2014
Tiger loses in court
Civil suit valued at $1.3 million.
Read more at
cbssports.com.
Pelosi pipes up on "Redskins"
dispute
Politician says team's nickname
should lose trademark protection. Read more at
huffingtonpost.com.
Fowler will call national
championship
Gameday host will team with
Herbstreit for college football title game. Read more at
usatoday.com.
Seton Hall beats buzzer, Villanova
Gibbs hits game winner. Read more at
espn.com.
Kansas tops Cowboys in OT
Wiggins leads way for Jayhawks. Read
more at
sportsillustrated.com.
Gamecocks put Razorbacks out
Martin quotes Spurrier. Read more at
gogamecocks.com.
For a more extensive compilation of
headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...
THURSDAY, MARCH 13, 2014
Athlon ranks college football
coaching jobs
Pirates have tradition, fan support.
Read more at
athlonsports.com.
Musburger will have new duties
Veteran announcer to work SEC
football. Read more at
usatoday.com.
Six-man press helps in comeback
win
Mount St. Mary's exceeds the limit —
count 'em. Read more at
nbcsports.com.
NBA commissioner talks terminology
Tanking not in Silver's vocabulary,
it's 'rebuilding.' Read more at
espn.com.
Turning down the Heat
Nets have luck/success against
defending NBA champs. Read more at
cbssports.com.
Human upsets robot in
ping pong battle
Homo sapiens still have hope after Timo
Boll snatches unexpected win over high-tech manufacturer's machine. Read
more at
betabeat.com.
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WEDNESDAY, MARCH 12, 2014
Pow wow was held regarding
Redskins name
Goodell, Snyder conferred with
political and Native American leaders. Read more at
cbssports.com.
CJ likely destined for free agency
Former ECU star's mega contract
complicates Titans trade options. Read more at
espn.com (ESPN Insider).
Longhorns may expand Royal Stadium
Capacity is presently sixth-largest
in college football. Read more at
yahoo.com.
American rolls out 2014 football
slate
80 percent of conference-controlled
games will be featured on national TV networks. Read more at
si.com.
South Florida names new athletic
director
Mark Harlan previously served as a
senior administrator at UCLA. Read more at
washingtontimes.com.
Best deal in college hoops: AAC
tourney tickets
FedExForum seats average $102 for
event featuring five ranked teams. Read more at
forbes.com.
T-shirts say Shockers were shocked
Mistake has Indiana State as MVC
Tournament champs. Read more at
usatoday.com.
T.J. Warren is ACC Player of Year
State scorer edges Duke's Parker.
Read more at
fayobserver.com.
Tiger trying to get past back
ailment
Woods planning to play this week at
Bay Hill. Read more at
espn.com.
Dallas Seavey rallies
to win Iditarod
Two-time sled-dog king overtakes two
rivals in final 77 miles. Read more at
nytimes.com.
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headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
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TUESDAY, MARCH 11, 2014
American will showcase elite
guards
AAC Tournament tips off Wednesday in
Memphis. Read more at
usatoday.com.
Villanova projected as No. 1 seed
Official bracket to be set Sunday.
Read more at
sportsillustrated.com.
Capel reportedly dismissed at
Appalachian State
McMahon may be in line as successor.
Read more at
cbssports.com.
Delaware snatches CAA
berth from William & Mary
Blue Hens score game's last seven point
to secure first Big Dance invite since 1999. Read more at
yahoo.com.
Parker, Warren lead All-ACC
selections
Media and coaches teams announced.
Read more at
wralsportsfan.com.
10 reasons why Kliff Kingsbury is
college football's coolest coach
Texas Tech even gives stylish skipper
"creative license" in team's uniform design. Read more at
usatoday.com.
Stanford coach opposes earlier
signing date
Shaw perceives move as a means to
prevent late switching by commitments. Read more at
espn.com.
Army, UConn set date
at Yankee Stadium
Black Knights will play host when teams
meet in the Bronx on Nov. 8. Read more at
goarmysports.com.
Eastern N.C. native
making waves in college sports
IMG College president Ben Sutton Jr.
honed sales pitch hawking Christmas cards in Murfreesboro. Read more
at
bizjournals.com.
USF bags $8 million
pledge
Alumnus George Morgan and wife Jane to
fund endowments in athletics, business and marine science. Read more at
usf.edu.
Houston receives $5
million naming rights gift
Playing surface at Cougars' new stadium
to be called John O'Quinn Field. Read more at
chron.com.
Dale Jr's quick start
bodes well for Chase
Early winners Earnhardt, Harvick and
Keselowski now positioned to take chances. Read more at
nbcsports.com.
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headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
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MONDAY, MARCH 10, 2014
Keselowski wins in Vegas
Junior runs out of gas on last lap.
Read more at
foxsports.com.
Reed captures a World Golf
Championship
Youngster adds to impressive resume
at Doral. Read more at
wralsportsfan.com.
Meeks has big game for Lakers
Thunder comes up short despite
Durant's triple double. Read more at
cbssports.com.
Shockers short circuit Indiana
State's celebration plans
Wichita State remains unbeaten in
Missouri Valley final. Read more at
usatoday.com.
Cavs stumble in OT at Maryland
Terps win ACC finale in College Park.
Read more at
espn.com.
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SUNDAY, MARCH 9, 2014
Tiger 'back' in contention
Reed leads at Doral. Read more at
usatoday.com.
Cards claim share of American
crown
Huskies sustain blowout defeat at
Louisville's Senior Night. Read more at
yahoo.com.
Gators first to go 18-0 in SEC
Rout of Kentucky completes regular
season. Read more at
espn.com.
Wiggins' 41 not enough
West Virginia takes down Kansas. Read
more at
cbssports.com.
Duke's Parker named finalist for
Wooden Award
Blue Devil freshman joined by
Syracuse tandem from ACC. Read more at
wralsportsfan.com.
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headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
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SATURDAY, MARCH 8, 2014
College football may go to earlier
signing date
SEC expected to oppose change. Read
more at
usatoday.com.
Texas Tech lands nation's top 2015
prep QB
Red Raiders beat out in-state rivals
and other major suitors for Stephenville's Jarrett Stitham. Read more at
nbcsports.com.
Martin sorry, says he will stop
cursing
Gamecocks coach serves suspension
today. Read more at
espn.com.
Harvard first in line at Big Dance
Crimson clinches berth on rival
Yale's court. Read more at
yahoo.com.
Shockers cruise in league tourney
opener
Rout moves record to 32-0. Read more
at
cbssports.com.
Duke's Parker mulls jump to NBA
Talented freshman leaves door open to
stay in college. Read more at
wralsportsfan.com.
Phil Jackson headed back to NBA?
Report: Knicks courting coaching
legend for front office position. Read more at
yahoo.com.
Weather impacts scores at Doral
Small group remains under par. Read
more at
yahoo.com.
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FRIDAY, MARCH 7, 2014
Minor leagues offer minor pay
Three bring suit against baseball
regarding compensation. Read more at
usatoday.com.
Noah made recruiting pitch
Bulls trying to lure Knicks star.
Read more at
espn.com.
Tanner suspends Gamecocks coach
Martin gets in face of player and
delivers verbal abuse. Read more at
cbssports.com.
Wiggins has own version of Senior
Night
Jayhawks freshman will be one and
done. Read more at
yahoo.com.
Coach K released from hospital
Precautionary exam done following
Wednesday night game. Read more at
wralsportsfan.com.
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THURSDAY, MARCH 6, 2014
Tiger planning to play
Back feels better. Read more at
usatoday.com.
Report: Eagles parting ways with
Michael Vick
Sources say Philly concerned with
quarterback's injury history. Read more at
cbssports.com.
NCAA tables 10-second slowdown
Safety an unproven factor in
proposal. Read more at
espn.com.
Clemson suspends four for opener
at Georgia
Swinney cites team rules violations.
Read more at
nbcsports.com.
Brown still learning at SMU
Traveled coach has orchestrated
resurgence for Mustangs. Read more at
cbssports.com.
Tony Bennett sought to avoid
roller coaster of coaching
Son of Wisconsin mentor has Virginia
peaking. Read more at
yahoo.com.
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WEDNESDAY, MARCH 5, 2014
Slive staying put as SEC
commissioner
Former C-USA CEO says too much going
on. Read more at
cbssports.com.
Seminoles atop college football
totem pole
Top story lines include Lane Kiffin
settling in with Crimson Tide. Read more at
sportsonearth.com.
Gus Malzahn, Bobby Bowden oppose
slow-down rule
Coaches sound off as vote looms by
NCAA oversight panel on proposal to allow defenses more time to
substitute before offense can snap the ball. Read more at
yahoo.com.
Saban defends stance on throttling
up-tempo offenses
Alabama coach brushes off critics.
Read more at
nbcsports.com.
Fedora to drive pace car at
Martinsville
Tar Heels coach excited about role
for March 30 event. Read more at
wralsportsfan.com.
Unbeaten UConn women still No. 1
Huskies carry 37-game streak after
rout of No. 3 Louisville. Read more at
yahoo.com.
Kinsler berates Rangers
New Tiger says he hopes old team goes
winless. Read more at
espn.com.
Kurt Busch goes for 'Daily Double'
Racer to compete in Indy 500 and Coke
600 on same day. Read more at
yahoo.com.
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headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
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TUESDAY, MARCH 4, 2014
Golson finds Irish spring practice
surreal
Kelly says QB has improved
understanding. Read more at
espn.com.
Gators remain No. 1
Duke No. 4, Cavs climb to No. 5. Read
more at
wralsportsfan.com.
Cost of storming court is $25,000
Gamecocks fined by SEC for
celebrating win over Kentucky. Read more at
yahoo.com.
List of bubble teams is lengthy
NCAA Tournament selection committee
may have some sorting to do. Read more at
usatoday.com.
Kareem Abdul-Jabbar interested in
return to Bucks
NBA Hall of Famer says he "will
definitely offer my services" if called. Read more at
foxnews.com.
Yaz reunites with grandson in
Orioles system
Boston Red Sox icon believes Mike
Yastrzemski's work ethic can take him far. Read more at
MLB.com.
Ump's call upheld in MLB's first
replay challenge
Historic review occurs during
Twins-Blue Jays spring training game. Read more at
foxsports.com.
Texas Rangers get money's worth
from Russell Wilson
Seahawks QB shows up at Major League
team's spring training camp. Read more at
nbcsports.com.
NFL ponders longer PAT kicks
Proposed preseason experiment would
place ball at 25-yard line for extra point attempts. Read more at
nfl.com.
Peyton passes physical
Doubt removed about Denver QB's
multiple neck surgeries. Read more at
nbcsports.com.
Tampa Bay Bucs reveal new uniforms
Team and Nike roll out new duds that
merge old designs for new look. Read more at
examiner.com.
Woods doubtful for Cadillac
Championship at Doral
Back ailment for Tiger could lead to
loss of No. 1 ranking. Read more at
cbssports.com.
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headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
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MONDAY, MARCH 3, 2014
Brewer transferring to Virginia
Tech
QB will be eligible immediately after
graduation from Texas Tech. Read more at
cbssports.com.
Saban wants college
game to adopt NFL's pace
Tide coach still lobbying to slow
things down. Read more at
nbcsports.com.
Kentucky struggling down stretch
Wildcats beset by freshmen mistakes.
Read more at
usatoday.com.
Don't mess with an angry Boeheim
Cranky Orange coach lashes out at
security guard after loss to Virginia. Read more at
foxsports.com.
Henley wins four-man playoff
Woods withdraws from Honda Classic
with back pain. Read more at
wralsportsfan.com.
Happy anniversary for Harvick
Phoenix return nets another NASCAR
victory. Read more at
espn.com.
Bobcats to sign seven-footer to
replace Gordon
Justin Hamilton has been productive
in developmental league. Read more at
yahoo.com.
Jim Harbaugh's act
wearing thin in San Fran?
Source: Coach's tense relationship with
GM Trent Baalke has spread to 49ers locker room. Read more at
sfgate.com.
Peyton Manning to have
neck exam
Broncos quarterback expected to get
clean bill of health. Read more at
nbcsports.com.
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headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
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SUNDAY, MARCH 2, 2014
Shockers finish regular season
31-0
Missouri State offers little
resistance this time. Read more at
cbssports.com.
Memphis sweeps series with
Louisville
No. 21 Tigers overcome 8-point
deficit in final minutes to take down Pitino's 7th-ranked Cards. Read
more at
cbssports.com.
Calipari ejected in loss to
Gamecocks
Brenton Williams scores 24 in South
Carolina win. Read more at
espn.com.
Cavs clobber Syracuse
Senior Day successful in
Charlottesville. Read more at
wralsportsfan.com.
Cuban: College not the best option
for star players
Mavs owners says NBA Development
League would be better course. Read more at
foxsports.com.
New NBA commish open
to big changes
Silver not averse to significant
modifications in playoff process and draft regimen. Read more at
cbssports.com.
Rory holds two-shot lead
Tiger has best round of year. Read
more at
usatoday.com.
Tanaka delivers two scoreless
innings
Yankees addition displays assortment
of pitches. Read more at
yahoo.com.
Blackhawks beat
Penguins in snowstorm
Chicago prevails 5-1 in Stadium Series
match at wintry Soldier Field. Read more at
nbcsports.com.
Ironman ticketed in
NYC for running too early
Peter Shankman written up for training
in Central Park at 4:30 a.m. Read more at
deadspin.com.
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headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
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SATURDAY, MARCH 1, 2014
BC receiver bypassing NFL
opportunity
Amidon aspires to be Navy Seal. Read
more at
nbcsports.com.
Craig James calls
firing by Fox Sports "sucker punch"
Former SMU star attributes network's
action to his views against gay marriage. Read more at
foxnews.com.
Friday night games on Big Ten back
burner
Delany addresses other issues. Read
more at
espn.com.
No spring game for Pitt Panthers
Coach Chryst explains decision. Read
more at
espn.com.
Georgia Tech receiver suspended
Darren Waller will miss two games.
Read more at
cbssports.com.
West Virginia taking spring
practice on road
Stops planned in Wheeling,
Charleston. Read more at
usatoday.com.
$60 million high
school stadium faces shutdown
Cracks forces closure of plush prep
football facility in Dallas suburb. Read more at
aol.com.
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