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Towson wins without cheerleaders
Hazing issues result in suspension. Read more at
foxsports.com.
Smith's defense an item to watch
O'Brien, Cavaliers match up with BYU. Read more at
wralsportsfan.com.
Hokies lose tight end
Shoulder ailment sidelines Malleck for season. Read more at
cbssports.com.
Great Scott! Rebels rally
Ole Miss nips Vandy. Read more at
sportsillustrated.com.
Sandberg returns to Wrigley
Phils come in at 8-6 under his guidance. Read more at
USA Today.
For a more extensive
compilation of headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...
FRIDAY, AUGUST 30, 2013
O'Leary rants about today's players
Guys used to be
tougher, he says. Read more at
foxsports.com.
Former NCCU coach appeals dismissal
Foster guiding
Eagles against Blue Devils. Read more at
wralsportsfan.com.
Tulane's Doss ejected
Green Wave defender
is first to be tossed for targeting. Read more at
cbssports.com.
LSU
QB doesn't have to go to class
Mettenberger taking
only one course online as he nears graduation. Read more at
USA Today.
NFL
reaches concussion settlement
Amount is $765
million. Read more at
USA Today.
For a more extensive
compilation of headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...
THURSDAY, AUGUST 29, 2013
Vacek
breaks down Old Dominion
Bonesville's "Roundup"
guru sizes up ECU's Saturday opponent from top to bottom. Read more at
boneyardbanter.com.
Manziel will sit first half against Rice
Aggies impose
disciplinary measure. Read more at
cbssports.com.
Big East's gridiron power still alive
Louisville
could win national titles in football and basketball in AAC's debut
season. Read more at
ajerseyguy.com.
Big
first games for ACC
League has a chance
to enhance its football reputation. Read more at
wralsportsfan.com.
Book
says recruit was offered $600,000 plus perks
ACC, SEC programs
implicated by father of Texas A&M receiver. Read more at
si.com.
Tide keeps rolling, complacency and all
School's newspaper reported that 30% of student tickets went unused last
season. Read more at
The Wall Street Journal.
Tebow survives Patriots roster cut
QB's performance in
Thursday night exhibition game could be make or break. Read more at
Yahoo Sports Mobile.
Pulli
was ahead of his time with replay
Former umpire passes
away at age 78. Read more at
USA Today.
Uggla
returns to Braves
Second baseman back
after eye surgery. Read more at
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution.
For a more extensive
compilation of headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 28, 2013
Clemson students play waiting game
Some in line for seven days for tickets to opener with Georgia. Read
more at
USA Today.
Spurrier continues campaign for player stipends
'Money is there and they bring it in.' Read more at
cbssports.com.
Pac-12 loaded, balanced
Stanford is Hayes' pick. Read more at
sportingnews.com.
Hairston 'trying to stay positive'
Heels scorer not certain when he will return to team. Read more at
wralsportsfan.com.
D.C. readying to make 2024 Olympic bid
Numerous U.S. cities covet role of hosts. Read more at
si.com.
For a more extensive
compilation of headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...
TUESDAY, AUGUST 27, 2013
Original green jacket for sale
Horton Smith won blazer in 1934. Read more at
cbssports.com.
ESPN drives big college football matchups
Season openers created by cable giant. Read more at
The New York Times.
Heels aim to combat Clowney
North Carolina
game plan addresses Gamecocks defensive force. Read more at
wralsportsfan.com.
Plenty of early exposure for AAC
Memphis' Fuente gets to watch. Read more at
The Memphis Daily News.
C-USA out in new Liberty Bowl pairings
SEC will meet Big 12 starting in 2014. Read more at
foxsports.com.
For a more extensive
compilation of headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...
MONDAY, AUGUST 26, 2013
Legitimacy of King-Riggs match put in doubt
Source says Riggs tanked to settle gambling debt. Read more at
foxsports.com.
Farmer's Almanac: Super Bowl could be chilly
Mathcup will be outside at Meadowlands. Read more at
wralsportsfan.com.
Lamar Odom missing, presumed high
NBA free agent reportedly has been abusing drugs. Read more at
si.com.
SMU gets blue chipper
Commitment validates Larry Brown as force in AAC. Read more at
cbssports.com.
Spurrier has had success against UNC
Border battle coming up Thursday night between Gamecocks, Heels. Read
more at
wralsportsfan.com.
For a more extensive
compilation of headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...
SUNDAY, AUGUST 25, 2013
ECU chancellor urged resistance against TV-mandated scheduling
Steve Ballard favored
faculty resolution urging C-USA to review policies dictated by
"commercial entities like ESPN ..." Read more at
The New York Times.
"Brain" schools making the grade
Vandy, Stanford, Northwestern, Duke achieving on the field. Read more at
cbssports.com.
Meyer bans blue-clad NFL scouts
Michigan's primary color not welcomed at Ohio State practices. Read more
at
foxsportsohio.com.
Plancher family appeals UCF death case ruling
Attorneys seek to restore $10 million in damages awarded by jury. Read
more at
The Orlando Sentinel.
Deion Sanders Jr. photo draws scrutiny
Tweet of back stage pose
with Lil Wayne
gains attention of SMU officials. Read more at
foxsportssouthwest.com.
UNLV hoopster hit with felony burglary raps
Coach Dave Rice says
soph forward Savon Goodman will remain on scholarship, but will not play
this season. Read more at
sportingnews.com.
Mike Tyson in life or death match
Former heavyweight champ slugging it out with addiction. Read more at
USA Today.
For a more extensive
compilation of headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...
SATURDAY, AUGUST 24, 2013
Pantego native named ECU Med School's top nurse
Donna Lou Edwards
manages the East Carolina Heart Institute's cardiac and vascular surgery
outpatient clinic. Read more at
The ECU News Bureau.
Spurrier apologized for 2009 Tebow snub
Gamecocks coach laid
blame on assistant for voting for Ole Miss's Jevan Snead for that
season's preseason All-SEC team. Read more at
cbssports.com.
Realignment takes a bite out of hoops rivalries
Basketball victimized
by pigskin power moves. Read more at
espn.com.
Tom
Brady gives pep talk to Wolverines
Patriots QB tells team
his biggest football honor was being Michigan's captain during junior
and senior years. Read more at
sportingnews.com.
ESPN
on shaky ground with NFLPA?
Report that network
bowed to pressure from NFL to back out of safety study draws scrutiny
from players association. Read more at
deadspin.com.
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compilation of headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...
FRIDAY, AUGUST 23, 2013
Bill
Cowher sports eyeliner, handcuffs
Former Steelers coach
also dons mascara in rumored girlfriend Queen V's hard rock video. Read
more and view video from
KDKA-TV.
ESPN
pulls out of PBS's head injuries inquiry
Sports network says it
will "cover the concussion story through our own reporting." Read more
at
deadspin.com.
LeBron James' concert escort cop disciplined
Miami PD says it will
give officer "informal counseling" for policy violation. Read more at
espn.com.
Official
asserts Johnny Football's innocence
Texas A&M chancellor
tells TV station allegations against Johnny Manziel "did not happen."
Read more at
kbtx.com.
Backup quarterback leaving Aggies
Redshirt freshman Matt
Davis's departure narrows competition for No. 2 behind Johnny Manziel.
Read more at
cbssports.com.
For a more extensive
compilation of headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...
THURSDAY, AUGUST 22, 2013
NFL
Sunday Ticket on YouTube?
While DirecTV's NFL
pact is approaching its expiration, Google is looking for opportunities.
Read more at
allthingsd.com.
Secret hearing ends Tim Duncan marriage
San Antonio judge
grants divorce to former Wake Forest star and his college sweetheart,
Amy. Read more at
mysanantonio.com.
Ichiro Suzuki slaps 4,000th hit
Yankee outfielder's
batting prowess has spanned 22-year career, including nine years in
Japan. Read more at
The Washington Post.
Government screened e-mail, texts at 2002 Olympics
Qwest allowed
FBI, NSA to
monitor communications during Salt Lake City event. Read more at
deadspin.com.
UMass
football approaching crossroads
Mid-American
Conference may not be happy with Minutemen's football-only status. Read
more at
ajerseyguy.com.
Schools face dilemma over EA Sports revenues
O'Bannon antitrust
lawsuit adds potential risks to continuation of ties with video game
company. Read more at
espn.com.
Tressel becomes college teacher
Former Ohio State
coach to instruct course at Akron called "General Principles of
Coaching." Read more at
yardbarker.com.
For a more extensive
compilation of headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 21, 2013
Some
'72 Dolphins bypassing White House
Absence related to
politics. Read more at
cbssports.com.
Nuggets' Lawson, girlfriend arrested
over spat
Restraining order issued after couple had
yelling match and broke each other's phone. Read more at
The Denver Post.
A-Rod
beaner suspended for five games
Favorable schedule
means Red Sox'
Dempster may not miss starts. Read more at
MLB.com.
Pedro
Alvarez scores on his own single
Pirates third
basemen circles bases thanks to three-base error. Read more and view
video at
deadspin.com.
Durham Bulls honor Chipper Jones
Club retires his No.
10 jersey. Read more at
wralsportsfan.com.
C-USA
linked to bowls in Boca Raton, Bahamas
New destinations
open for business in 2014. Read more at
si.com.
Conference USA firms up four bowl destinations
League assures itself
of a quartet of annual postseason berths from 2014-19. Read more at
foxsports.com.
Siri's favorite college football team
is Oregon State
Beavers' coach Mike Riley discovers
iPhone's built-in, know-it-all likes underdogs. Read more at
yardbarker.com.
Doeren delays naming starting QB
Mitchell or Thomas?
N.C. State's answer coming Aug. 31. Read more at
wralsportsfan.com.
Cooperative Vandy player indicted as accessory
Father concerned
about son's reputation. Read more at
USA Today.
For a more extensive
compilation of headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...
TUESDAY, AUGUST 20, 2013
Ex-Marine granted eligibility
NCAA reverses stand. Read more at
wralsportsfan.com.
Camellia Bowl pits MAC, Sun Belt
Matchup in Montgomery starts in December,
2014. Read more at
espn.com.
Wake lets go of Lowe
Safety had legal issues. Read more at
wralsportsfan.com.
O-line question mark for Tide
Alabama retooling front. Read more at
USA Today.
'First Four' could be departing Dayton
NCAA appears to be heading elsewhere. Read
more at
si.com.
For a more extensive
compilation of headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...
MONDAY, AUGUST 19, 2013
Reed edges Speith in Wyndham golf
playoff
'Best shot of life' averts disaster. Read
more at
wralsportsfan.com.
Numbers piling up for Cabrera, Scherzer
Tigers top KC. Read more at
espn.com.
Losses have become rare for Dodgers
LA in rare company over last 50 games.
Read more at
cbssports.com.
Kirk Gibson would confront Braun
Questions arise about 2011 playoffs. Read
more at
sportsillustrated.com.
Ex-Marine at odds with NCAA
Eligibility in question at Middle
Tennessee State. Read more at
USA Today.
For a more extensive
compilation of headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...
SUNDAY, AUGUST 18, 2013
Tejada gets 105-game suspension
Unauthorized amphetamine use draws lengthy
term. Read more at
espn.com.
Announcer blasts son charged with
murder
Red Sox broadcaster Jerry Remy issues
statement decrying fatal stabbing of son Jared's girlfriend. Read more
at
The Boston Globe.
Red Sox top Yankees, 6-1
Boston snaps three-game losing streak.
Read more at
cbssports.com.
Marshall to start at QB for Auburn
Transfer was a corner at Georgia. Read
more at
USA Today.
Texas lineman's eligibility in BYU's
hands
Independent Study online class at center
of dispute over offensive tackle Desmond Harrison. Read more at
The Deseret News.
Rock group acquires Arena League
franchise
LA KISS slated to start playing in 2014.
Read more at
deadspin.com.
Huh overcomes triple bogey to share
Wyndham lead
Duo at 10-under. Read more at
wralsportsfan.com.
Bolt runs, celebrates
Jamaican wins world 200 meter in 19.66
seconds. Read more at
sportsillustrated.com.
For a more extensive
compilation of headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...
SATURDAY, AUGUST 17, 2013
ECU seeking C-USA crown
Non-conference games should prepare
Pirates for league race. Read more at
wralsportsfan.com.
Two more arrested in vandalism of
Howard's Rock
Father says he's searching for truth. Read
more at
si.com.
Virginia Tech injury report growing
Hokies' depth could be tested early in the
season. Read more at
cbssports.com.
Judge caps UCF damages, rips O'Leary,
staff
'Sovereign immunity' allows school to
escape $10 million jury verdict. Read more at
cbssports.com.
Manuel out as Phillies skipper
Sandberg taking charge. Read more at
espn.com.
A-Rod's cohorts leaked names
Documents implicated Braun, Yankee
teammate. Read more at
cbssports.com.
Connors dismissed after one match as
Sharapova's coach
Relationship wasn't working. Read more at
USA Today.
For a more extensive
compilation of headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...
FRIDAY, AUGUST 16, 2013
MLB nearing video reviews
Proposal allows manager challenges. Read
more at
cbssports.com.
Cards edge Pirates in 12th
Maness gets a hit. Read more at
sportsillustrated.com.
Raiders least valuable NFL franchise
Cowboys tops at $2.3 billion, Panthers
middle of the pack. Read more at
forbes.com.
WWE
wrestler proclaims he's gay
Fred Rosser, aka
Darren Young, comes out in exchange with TMZ. Read more at
deadspin.com.
Stroud, Fisher lead Wyndham
Sedgefield yields pair of 64s.Read more at
espn.com.
Mayfair grinds along
Golfer challenged by financial
circumstances. Read more at
USA Today.
EA Sports licensees jumping ship
Toll mounts as NCAA, conferences feel heat
on lawsuit demanding compensation for players. Read more at
si.com.
Vandy, Western Kentucky agree to
two-for-one series
Commodores' trip to Bowling Green will be
first for an SEC team. Read more at
cbssports.com..
Razorbacks receiver bails for
Cincinnati
Deep threat Mekale McKay will sit 2013
season. Read more at
cbssports.com.
Tweet says Hairston will play
North Carolina AD reportedly said 'not all
of the games.' Read more at
wralsportsfan.com.
For a more extensive
compilation of headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...
THURSDAY, AUGUST 15, 2013
Former Pirate Merritt answers critics
Redemption claimed as 2008 Olympic gold
medalist cruises to 400-meter world championship. Read more at
The South China Morning Post.
Hokies, Penn State announce football
matchups
First regular season meeting will be in
2022. Read more at
espn.com.
Terps deep in financial hole
ACC withholding revenue for departure to
Big Ten. Read more at
cbssports.com.
Tar Heels appear to be a go for Clowney
Spurrier expects defensive star to be
available in border battle. Read more at
USA Today.
Older brother looks up to former State
DB
Amerson in camp with Redskins. Read more
at
The Charlotte Observer.
Roy not talking about P.J.
Suspended cager has been source or
irritation. Read more at
wralsportsfan.com.
For a more extensive
compilation of headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 14, 2013
SEC has 10 bowl berths
Spots to be filled after playoffs are set.
Read more at
espn.com.
Coach K to receive Wooden Leadership
Award
Duke hoops approaching 900 wins under his
guidance. Read more at
wralsportsfan.com.
Cayleb Jones heading to Arizona
Transfer follows trouble at Texas. Read
more at
cbssports.com.
Clowney returns to practice
Gamecocks preparing for North Carolina.
Read more at
foxsports.com.
Fan falls to death at Braves game
Family indicates legal action possible.
Read more at
USA Today.
For a more extensive
compilation of headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...
TUESDAY, AUGUST 13, 2013
Robber wields paintball gun in
Greenville Arby's heist?
Suspect at large after police respond to
incident. Read more at
wcti12.com.
'Fifties-era Duke football star
Aldridge passes
Kinston native helped lead Blue Devils to
1955 Orange Bowl victory over Nebraska. Read more at
legacy.com.
Longhorns generate long green
Texas leads merchandise sales. Read more
at
espn.com.
Trout says ban PED users for life
Angels slugger says it's unfair to those
playing all natural. Read more at
foxsportswest.com.
Rose jokes that he picked wrong vice
Hits leader popular interview with recent
suspensions. Read more at
cbssports.com.
Darvish loses no-hitter but fans 15 in
Rangers win
Astros fall, 2-1. Read more at
sportsillustrated.com.
NBA mascot spices up wedding
Cavs' Moondog attends ceremony, is life of
the party. Read more at
deadspin.com.
Dufner returns to Auburn as PGA champ
Brings back acorns from Oak Hill. Read
more at
USA Today.
For a more extensive
compilation of headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...
MONDAY, AUGUST 12, 2013
Miami awaits NCAA decision
Canes hope for ruling before football
season starts. Read more at
foxsportsflorida.com.
Money front and center with 'Bama
recruits
Saban pitches $50 million worth of
contracts signed by Tide's 2013 NFL draft picks. Read more at
lostlettermen.com.
Gary Patterson calls out Les Miles
TCU coach pans LSU's rationale for
reinstating twice-convicted running back. Read more at
lostlettermen.com.
Dufner holds off Furyk in PGA
Outcome atones for 2011 demise. Read more
at
wralsportsfan.com.
Bolt overtakes Gatlin
Wins 100-meter world title in 9.77
seconds. Read more at
espn.com.
Bills blast Colts
Manuel making good impression. Read more
at
cbssports.com.
Kosar draws fire for comments
Former NFL QB castigated for disparaging
on-air remarks about Rams. Read more at
Yahoo Sports.
Ichiro nears 4,000 hits
Total includes Japan numbers. Read more at
The New York Times.
Strasburg logs first complete game to lift Nats
Righthander hurls
four-hitter, fans 10 in shutout of Phillies. Read more at
Yahoo Sports.
Schilling reveals 2011 heart attack
Major League pitching
legend says he was stricken while watching wife run in NYC Marathon.
Read more at
cbsports.com.
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compilation of headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...
SUNDAY, AUGUST 11, 2013
Furyk has PGA lead
Dufner trails by one shot. Read more at
wralsportsfan.com.
Blixt gets drop from man's pocket
Strange but true from Oak Hill. Read more
at
cbssports.com.
Jack Clark canned
On-air steroid accusations against Pujols,
Verlander led to departure. Read more at
foxsports.com.
UAB coach boots team's leading receiver
Jackie Williams dismissed for "undisclosed
reasons." Read more at
foxsports.com.
Sore shoulder sidelines Clowney
Read more at
espn.com.
Former Vandy players in custody
Four held on rape charges. Read more at
USA Today.
For a more extensive
compilation of headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...
SATURDAY, AUGUST 10, 2013
Less of Ruff means more for Pirates
ECU coach a shadow of former self. Read
more at
wralsportsfan.com.
Wake's Harris regains eligibility
NCAA responds favorably to appeal for
team's top rusher. Read more at
espn.com.
Traffic tickets add up for suspended
Tar Heel
Hairston's credit card assessed fees,
fine. Read more at
wralsportsfan.com.
Illinois adds MTSU, Western Kentucky to
future slates
Hilltoppers go to Champaign in 2014, 2017;
Blue Raiders visit in 2015. Read more at
fbschedules.com.
Judge dismisses Leach defamation suit
Court grants defendants' summary judgment
motions. Read more at
1340thefan.com.
Playoff committee: Fulmer wants in,
Bowden not so much
Former coaches chime in at St. Jude's
Hospital benefit. Read more at
espn.com.
NCAA enforcement staff to be
re-schooled
Intensive training aimed at repairing
department's image. Read more at
espn.com.
Hernandez cousin held in slammer
Tanya Cummings-Singleton jailed for
refusing to testify. Read more at
deadspin.com.
Dufner surges into PGA lead
Record-tying 63 puts him at 9-under. Read
more at
cbssports.com.
Rios to Rangers
Texas fills void created by suspension.
Read more at
USA Today.
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compilation of headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...
FRIDAY,
AUGUST 9, 2013
Pirates, Tulsa aim for final C-USA
crown
Newcomers abound in league race. Read more
at
theolympian.com.
USM
mascot death reexamined two decades later
Vague culpability
emerges in the mysterious 1992 demise of golden eagle "Nugget II." Read
more at
deadspin.com.
Dean Smith to receive Medal of Freedom
North Carolina legend retired with most
wins in college hoops. Read more at
wralsportsfan.com.
Finnerty autopsy updated
Former QB may have been disoriented due to
medication. Read more at
espn.com.
Manziel's attorney confident
Counsel feels Heisman winner will start
opener against Rice. Read more at
USA Today.
Furyk, Scott share PGA lead
Five-under leads year's final major. Read
more at
cbssports.com.
For a more extensive
compilation of headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...
THURSDAY, AUGUST 8, 2013
Maness compares favorably with Maddux
Former ECU hurler effective in relief for
Cardinals. Read more at
kmov.com.
American has one season left in BCS
Louisville could make last year special.
Read more at
The Louisville Courier-Journal.
ACC announces more bowl ties
Postseason destinations plentiful. Read
more at
wralsportsfan.com.
State's Thornton suspended for opener
Back must sit out against La. Tech. Read
more at
ap.org.
Florida State names AD
Wilcox coming from Duke. Read more at
Yahoo Sports.
PGA tee times set
Woods playing with Love III, Bradley. Read
more at
cbssports.com.
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compilation of headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 7, 2013
Holgorsen gets lecture from Tudor
Veteran sports journalist pens educational
column for WVU coach. Read more at
wralsportsfan.com.
Hokies cornerback out for season opener
Exum could be
sidelined for all of September as he rehabs from knee injury. Read more
at
espn.com.
Manziel reportedly received $7,500 for
New Haven signing
NCAA probe may be hindered by lack of
cooperation and no paper trail. Read more at
cbssports.com.
Dr. Phil weighs in on Manziel
Psychologist and TV personality urges player's dad and mom to "have a
really good talk" with their son. Read more at
The Dallas Morning News.
AAC
tops ACC in study of fan bases
Emory University
Business School measures fan support relative to team performance. Read
more at
emory.edu.
Charlotte tickets become scarce commodity
Single seats sold out
for 49ers' home games. Read more at
wcnc.com.
ODU
football coach gets new contract
Wilder's pact more
lucrative but shorter in duration than previous deal. Read more at
The Virginian-Pilot.
Elway's No. 7 being retired by Stanford
Former Cardinal QB's
jersey set for enshrinement at halftime of Nov. 7 home game against
Oregon. Read more at
espn.com.
Pete
Rose offers A-Rod advice
Hits leader says
'own up, move on.' Read more at
USA Today.
Colorful Art Donovan Jr. dies at 89
NFL standout had
notable ancestry. Read more at
The Guardian.
For a more extensive
compilation of headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...
TUESDAY, AUGUST 6, 2013
Tide gets highly-rated pocket passer
Town chooses 'Bama
from elite group. Read more at
espn.com.
Aggies lawyer up
Manziel's
eligibility in question. Read more at
USA Today.
Dyer
on short leash at Louisville
Strong lays down the
law with Auburn transfer. Read more at
foxsports.com.
Will
bigger be better for ACC?
Clemson appears
loaded. Read more at
wralsportsfan.com.
Hoops
duo may be headed to Duke
Coach K has done due
diligence. Read more at
sportingnews.com.
For a more extensive
compilation of headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...
MONDAY, AUGUST 5, 2013
NCAA
probing whether Manziel was paid for autographs
Possible violation
took place around BCS title game in Miami. Read more at
espn.com.
Foreman Field gets C-USA logos
CAA art cut out,
replaced with graphics of ODU's new conference. Read more at
odusports.com.
Monarchs tapping upstate New York pipeline
Linebacker commit to
join roster that already includes three Rochester-area players. Read
more at
The Virginian-Pilot.
MLB
suspensions loom
A-Rod, more in
jeopardy. Read more at
cbssports.com.
Kahne
overtakes teammate
Gordon loses duel to
checkered flag. Read more at
nbcsports.com.
Dodgers extend road streak to 14
Cubs edged, 1-0.
Read more at
sportingnews.com.
Tiger
wins easily
Second-round 61
provides impetus. Read more at
foxsports.com.
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compilation of headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
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SUNDAY, AUGUST 4, 2013
Pirates respond to Holgorsen
West Virginia coach cites ECU for deterring stipends. Read more at
wralsportsfan.com.
Seventy-First player dies
Junior defensive end passed physical. Read more at
highschoolot.com.
Versatile Ellington valuable for Gamecocks
Rare two-sport athlete. Read more at
USA Today.
Jets QB booed
Pick provokes fans at scrimmage. Read more at
espn.com.
Braves activate B.J. Upton
Laird goes on DL. Read more at
cbssports.com.
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compilation of headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
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SATURDAY, AUGUST 3, 2013
Tiger devours Firestone
Second-round 61
creates some space atop leaderboard. Read more at
wralsportsfan.com.
AD
axed over church attendance
Private school insists
on worship with affiliated congregation. Read more at
Yahoo Sports.
ODU snares $1,000,000 payday for Vandy game
Newspaper forces
disclosure with Freedom of Information Act request. Read more at
The Virginian-Pilot.
Wake purchases hoops home
Renovations planned at
Joel Coliseum. Read more at
espn.com.
Now, that's an aloha
Hawaii dismisses
offensive coordinator. Read more at
cbssports.com.
Dyer lands at Louisville
Productive back from
Auburn can play this season. Read more at
si.com.
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compilation of headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
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FRIDAY, AUGUST 2, 2013
NCAA basketball tweaks
seeding process
Avoiding league matchups the issue.
Read more at
wralsportsfan.com.
Tide on top in coaches poll
Defending champs followed by
Buckeyes, Ducks. ECU gets votes. Read more at
espn.com.
Questions sparse for
Tuberville at AAC media day
Spotlight bigger in SEC, Big 12.
Read more at
espn.com.
Mumford departs ECU
Linebacker returns home after
struggling with academics. Read more at
The Statesville Record & Landmark.
Pirates getting hoops
transfer
Big man from Winston-Salem State
must sit out a season. Read more at
The Winston-Salem Journal.
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compilation of headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
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THURSDAY, AUGUST 1, 2013
N.C. Wesleyan to play at
Rocky Mount Sports Complex
Battling Bishops had been playing
home games at Northern Nash. Read more at
wralsporsfan.com.
Middle Tennessee boots
three players
Videotaped incident shows
woman being choked. Read more at
Yahoo Sports.
Lambert expects Charlotte
to be competitive
Freshman-dominated team starts
practice for inaugural season today. Read more at
Yahoo Sports.
TCU's Pachall grateful
after time for recovery
Now battling for starting QB job.
Read more at
espn.com.
MLB suspensions looming
A-Rod among those investigated for
PEDs. Read more at
cbssports.com.
Millionaire Brees pinching
pennies
Micro tip gets scrutiny. Read more
at
USA Today.
Simpson wins parole hearing
but remains behind bars
Other convictions still in effect.
Read more at
The Los Angeles Times.
NBA player
charged with stomping homeless man
Rockets' Terrence Jones booked after late-night incident outside night
club. Read more at
myfoxny.com.
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