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MOST
RECENTLY UPDATED FOR THURSDAY, OCTOBER 31, 2013
Pelini out at FAU
Marijuana party leads to resignation, Wright guiding
Owls in interim. Read more at
NBC Sports.
Oneida Nation disappointed with NFL meeting
Contention is that Redskins is a slur. Read more at
CBS Sports.
Iverson retires officially and without regrets
Former Sixers guard explains some past issues. Read
more at
USA Today.
Houston beats Bobcats in opener
Howard makes strong start with Rockets. Read more at
wralsportsfan.com.
Red Sox wrap up Series at Fenway
Lackey delivers on mound. Read more at
USA Today.
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compilation of headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
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WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 30, 2013
Scalper's market rages at Fenway
Home fans could see first win since 1918. Read more
at
espn.com.
Cannons raised from QAR
Recoveries belonged to Blackbeard the pirate.
wral.com.
USA Today projects Pirates in Liberty
Gators would be New Year's Eve foe. Read more at
USA Today.
CBS Sports predicts
Pirates in Beef O'Brady's
UCF-FSU matchup forecast for Orange
Bowl. Read more at:
cbssports.com.
Golson comes clean: he cheated
That led to QB's expulsion from Notre Dame. Read more
at
cbssports.com.
ADs seek shift of
power from Presidents
Athletic department bosses want more
control over college sports. Read more at
Yahoo Sports.
NCAA deliberates
Division I reorganization
Evolving consensus envisions "fair
competition" instead of "competitive equity." Read more at
ncaa.org.
Johnny Football names
ideal party list
Manziel would like to make revelry
with Charlie Sheen, Rob Gronkowski, Tiger Woods. Read more at
USA Today.
Is Houston coach
serious?
Cougars relish new look but Levine
apparently was kidding. Read more at
foxsportssouthwest.com.
Father of Illini QB
banned from campus
Action stems from arrest at Memorial
Stadium on game day. Read more at
The Indianapolis Star.
Rodon gets national honor
State pitcher joins impressive list. Read more at
wralsportsfan.com.
Hockey teams adopt
Star Wars jerseys
ECHL Saturday night matchup: Toledo
Light Side vs. Kalamazoo Dark Side. Read more at
yardbarker.com
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compilation of headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
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TUESDAY, OCTOBER 29, 2013
Several big hoops events shaping up
Bluegrass bluebloods deal with concerns. Read more at
The Sporting News.
Luck to Lone Star?
WVU AD appears to be top candidate to replace Dodds.
Read more at
cbssports.com.
Heisman field taking shape
Manziel could repeat. Read more at
Yahoo Sports.
Abuse tab expensive for Penn State
Payments to Sandusky victims approach $60 million.
Read more at
espn.com.
Tiger moving on
Woods not stirring up controversy about Chamblee,
cheating. Read more at
USA Today.
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compilation of headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...
MONDAY, OCTOBER 28, 2013
Gordon takes advantage of exemption
Win at Martinsville puts him third in standings. Read
more at
wralsportsfan.com.
Dolphins' Pouncey gets subpoena at New England
Gun trafficking, relationship to Hernandez may be
involved. Read more at
Sports Illustrated.
DiGiorno hooks up Burleson with year's supply of
frozen pizza
Detroit receiver still sidelined by injury suffered
in car accident when distracted by the carry-out variety. Read more at
yardbarker.com.
Broncos rally past Redskins
Gambles pay off for Fox, Denver. Read more at
espn.com.
Calvin Johnson has huge day
Lions stun Cowboys. Read more at
cbssports.com.
Rice debuts 4-foot-9 running back
Walk-on Jayson Carters gets positive yardage in Owls' win over UTEP. Read more at
The Houston Chronicle.
FSU puts Clemson turf in sod cemetery
Seminoles carry on tradition of memorializing road
kill. Read more at
lostlettermen.com.
Ducks up to second in BCS
Noles drop to third. Read more at
espn.com.
Sox pick off Cards to
take Game 4
Former ECU hurler Seth Maness serves up
decisive homer to Jonny Gomes. Read more at
The St. Louis Post-Dispatch.
Umps explain call that
ended Game 3
John Hirschbeck,
Jim Joyce cite rule in press conference. Read more at
The Boston Globe.
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compilation of headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
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SUNDAY, OCTOBER 27, 2013
Montana zings 49ers
Team is moving to Santa Clara. Read more at
espn.com.
Blue Devils gain bowl eligibility
Duke edges Hokies, 13-10. Read more at
wralsportsfan.com.
Clemson tops Terps
Tigers get record-setting performance from Watkins.
Read more at
cbssports.com.
Sooners hand Red Raiders first loss
Lightning delays start almost two hours. Read more at
USA Today.
Facey cleared to play as freshman at UConn
Questions resolved about Jamaican education. Read
more at
Yahoo Sports.
Sharman excelled on
the court and with the pen
Hall of Famer's legacy endures in
those who received his handwritten notes. Read more at
deadspin.com.
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compilation of headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
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SATURDAY, OCTOBER 26, 2013
Fines add up for Rams, Panthers
Long gets largest assessment. Read more at
wralsportsfan.com.
Could Redskins become Bravehearts?
Snyder's neighbor buys rights to name. Read more at
cbssports.com.
NBA legend Sharman dead at 87
Bridged Celtics-Lakers rivalry as player, coach. Read
more at
USA Today.
Game 3 often indicates World Series winner
Cards hosting Bosox tonight. Read more at
si.com.
Mostly female crew works Division II matchup
Girls fill four of seven spots on crew for
Lane-Miles. Read more at
espn.com.
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compilation of headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
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FRIDAY, OCTOBER 25, 2013
Favre dispels comeback speculation
Rams reached out to his agent.
espn.com.
NFL likes London
Three overseas matchups announced. Read more at
cbssports.com.
Matt Williams may be Nats' next manager
Third base coach is frontrunner for job. Read more at
nbcsports.com.
AAC develops postseason game at Marlins' park
Miami Beach Bowl set for 2014 start. Read more at
cbssports.com.
NCAA finds graduation rates improved
Most of last year's top teams above 70 percent. Read
more at
foxsports.com.
NCAA may allow more meals
Rule changes under consideration. Read more at
USA Today.
Jackson State plans suit against Grambling
Tigers' forfeit resulted in financial losses. Read
more at
si.com.
Saban takes shot at half-hearted student support
Tide coach not pleased with students leaving games
early. Read more at
lostlettermen.com.
'Bama students deface Tennessee's "Rock"
Campus landmark painted crimson and white and adorned
with unflattering text. Read more at
yardbarker.com.
Web site's readers to pick Manziel's Halloween
duds
Johnny Football's Scooby Doo costume from last season
to be among fans' choices. Read more at
outkickthecoverage.com.
N.C. State bans Eric and Emily Leak from campus
Spokesman: Letter sent barring former Wolfpack
football player and wife from school property. Read more at
sportingnews.com.
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compilation of headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
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THURSDAY, OCTOBER 24, 2013
Saban-to-Texas rumors resurface
'Bama coach's family reported on house-hunting
expedition in Austin. Read more at
footballrumormill.com.
'Beards' roll in World Series opener
Three errors make things hairy for St. Louis in
sold-out Fenway. Read more at
espn.com.
Beltran leaves Game One
Cards right fielder robs Ortiz, injures rib. Read
more at
USA Today.
Mattingly plans to return with Dodgers
Contract extension may be in works. Read more at
espn.com.
Long time between dunks
Oden returns to NBA. Read more at
cbssports.com.
NBA alters finals format
Owners vote for 2-2-1-1-1 plan. Read more at
si.com.
Tampa Bay tangles with Panthers
Bucs one of two winless NFL teams. Read more at
wralsportsfan.com.
Parking attendant
charged with raiding account of Eagles player
Robert Von Ryan accused of pilfering $225K from
offensive lineman Todd Herremans. Read more at
The Philadelphia Inquirer.
Prep coach fingered on
felony assault charge
Ramapo (NY) High School coach Duffman
Pannell accused of hitting 15-year old player in head with helmet. Read
more at
The White Plains Journal News.
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compilation of headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
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WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 23, 2013
Miami's sanctions announced
Canes losing scholarships. Read more at
wralsportsfan.com.
Southern Cal was treated more harshly
Haden makes brief comment about severity of NCAA
treatment. Read more at
USA Today.
Fisher wants Noles to remember upset
Pack pulled 17-16 stunner. Read more at
wralsportsfan.com.
Swinney reviews loss to Florida State
51-14 score not indicative of Tigers' ability. Read
more at
espn.com.
One-armed shooting
guard to play for Gators
Preferred walk-on Zach Hodskins
guaranteed a roster spot. Read more at
foxnews.com.
Price is right for Reds
Pitching coach promoted to manager. Read more at
ap.org.
Jets fan who slugged
woman once served time for homicide
Kurt Paschke convicted in 1992
stabbing death. Read more at
The New York Post.
KC Marathon runner
sets knitting record
College professor David Babcock
produces 12-foot scarf during race. Read more at
foxnews.com.
For a more extensive
compilation of headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 22, 2013
World Series schedule set
Cards visit Fenway on Wednesday night. Read more at
Yahoo Sports.
Leyland stepping down as Detroit manager
Fuel a little low in tank, he says. Read more at
USA Today.
Longtime Washington
coach Don James passes
College Football Hall
of Famer led Huskies to share of 1991 national title. Read more at
foxsports.com.
Mitchell returning at QB for State
Arkansas transfer will start at Florida State. Read more at
wralsportsfan.com.
NCAA decision due on Miami
Many athletes allegedly received benefits from Shapiro. Read more at
cbssports.com.
Grambling players return
Former coach Williams influential. Read more at
si.com.
Another Charlotte school considers football
Queens to explore
feasibility of playing at Division II level. Read more at
The Charlotte Observer.
For a more extensive
compilation of headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...
MONDAY, OCTOBER 21, 2013
Seminoles make a statement
FSU a candidate for BCS crown. Read more at
USA Today.
Tide,
Noles top first BCS standings
Oregon third. Read
more at
wralsportsfan.com.
AP Top 10 rearranged
Alabama still on top after slaughtering Hogs. Read more at
cbssports.com.
Pirates on course for Hawaii Bowl?
Paper projects ECU-UNLV matchup in Honolulu, UCF-FSU collision in Orange
Bowl. Read more at
The Orlando Sentinel.
D.C.
radio stations reject anti-Redskin ads
CBS Radio Washington's
WJFK and WPGC reject Oneida Indian Nation commercial. Read more at
The Washington Post.
Newton, Panthers prevail
Rams fall, 30-15. Read more at
wralsportsfan.com.
Jets top Pats in OT
Folk takes advantage of second chance. Read more at
espn.com.
James would like to play one NFL game
Hoops star states desire on Twitter. Read more at
si.com.
Simpson pulls away in Vegas
Raleigh native wins
by six strokes. Read more at
wralsportsfan.com.
Swedish goalie hurt in bear attack
Hunting trip gone awry
likely to keep Henrik Karlström out of Edsbyns IF's season-opening
match. Read more at
The Local (Sweden - English Version).
For a more extensive
compilation of headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 20, 2013
Simpson plans to stay aggressive
Raleigh native leading in Las Vegas by four strokes. Read more at
wralsportsfan.com.
Dodgers offered Kershaw $300M
Southpaw ace didn't take it, Olney reports. Read more at
cbssports.com.
Ole Miss pulls stunner
LSU tumbles as Mettenberger is picked off three times. Read more at
espn.com.
Missouri emerges in SEC East
Tigers improve to 7-0. Read more at
Yahoo Sports.
Hoops coaches
rate Kentucky No. 1
Calapari has put together another talented group. Read more at
USA Today.
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compilation of headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 19, 2013
Knight time in Louisville
UCF rallies past unbeaten Cardinals in American Athletic Conference.
Read more at
The Chicago Tribune.
Grambling cancels game
Players refuse to board bus to Jackson State. Read more at
espn.com.
Spurrier dings Tennessee
Ball coach's remark
highlights Vols' coaching turnover. Read more at
yardbarker.com.
Eastern Michigan football player slain
Receiver Demarius Reed
shot to death in suspected robbery. Read more at
espn.com.
Duke holds hoops scrimmage
Parker, Dawkins shine. Read more at
wralsportsfan.com.
Tiger's agent fumes over analyst's comments
Cheating allegations may prompt lawsuit. Read more at
espn.com.
Cards close out Dodgers
Beltran, Wacha lead 9-0 win. Read more at
USA Today.
Yankees cracking open the vault?
Team's offseason
shopping bill may be up to $300 million. Read more at
nbcsports.com.
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compilation of headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 18, 2013
Keenum to start for Texans
First NFL action for former Houston Cougar. Read more at
foxsports.com.
Nolan Ryan leaving Rangers
Former hurler selling share of ownership as well. Read more at
espn.com.
Grambling changes interim coaches
Players boycott practice again. Read more at
USA Today.
Louisville loses Behanan
Power forward averaged 9.8 points for NCAA champs last season. Read more
at
cbssports.com.
Michigan, UCLA set football series
Games scheduled for 2022, 2023. Read more at
Yahoo Sports.
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compilation of headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 17, 2013
Clemson, Florida State wage war of words
Pair of Top 5s set to collide. Read more at
USA Today.
Duke cast in favorite's role in ACC basketball
Newcomer Syracuse picked second, followed by North Carolina. Read more
at
wralsportsfan.com.
Grambling players skip practice
Discord rampant with struggling program. Read more at
si.com.
Legal process moving forward for former Vandy gridders
Sexual assault trial for pair to proceed in August. Read more at
Yahoo Sports.
Recently-signed
Freeman to start for Vikings?
QB released by Tampa
Bay getting first-team reps as struggling Minnesota preps for hapless
Giants. Read more at
nfl.com.
Mark
Cuban found not guilty
Mavericks' owner
cleared of insider trading charges. Read more at
yardbarker.com.
Dodgers' offense rejuvenates
NLCS heads back to St. Louis with Cards leading, 3-2. Read more at
espn.com.
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compilation of headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
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WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 16, 2013
Hernandez's girl friend may have disposed of gun
She put box in dumpster that may have contained murder weapon. Read more
at
foxsports.com.
Lackey, pen shut out Tigers
Boston leads ALCS, 2-1. Read more at
cbssports.com.
Duhon apparently OK after being struck by car
Former Duke guard was in argument that preceded hit and run. Read more
at
si.com.
Texas names panel in AD search
Committee will advise in selection of Dodds' successor. Read more at
foxsports.com.
Tar Heels looking for offensive resurgence
North Carolina
hosts No. 10 Miami on Thursday night. Read more at
wralsportsfan.com.
For a more extensive
compilation of headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 15, 2013
Johnson rewards team for win over ECU
Wave gets week off.
Read more at
lostlettermen.com.
UNC
hoops coach battling leukemia
Calder will coach in
Hatchell's absence. Read more at
wralsportsfan.com.
Arkansas AD to chair playoff selection committee
Announcement set for
Wednesday in Dallas. Read more at
espn.com.
SEC
streak may be in jeopardy
Obstacles in path of
another BCS champion. Read more at
USA Today.
Elite
junior picks LSU
Duke, North Carolina
among those who pursued Simmons. Read more at
cbssports.com.
Darrelle Revis trademarks "Revis Island"
Buccaneers cover
corner locks down rights to protect financial interests. Read more at
yardbarker.com.
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compilation of headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
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MONDAY, OCTOBER 14, 2013
Favre
still winning
Oak Grove gathers
momentum. Read more at
maxpreps.com.
Panthers roll past Vikings
Newton has big game.
Read more at
The Chicago Tribune.
SEC
has record eight teams in AP poll
Tide continues to
lead way as No. 1. Read more at
espn.com.
Clemson hosts huge ACC matchup
Seminoles, ESPN
GameDay head to Death Valley. Read more at
USA Today.
Cochran claims SAS crown
Victory is his
second in Champions Tour event in Cary. Read more at
wralsportsfan.com.
PETA
chimes in with solution for Redskins
Keep the nickname but
change mascot to red skin potato, advises animal rights organization.
Read more at
The Washington Times.
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compilation of headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
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SUNDAY, OCTOBER 13, 2013
Reggie Jackson restirs controversy
Slugger denies comment attributed decades ago. Read more at
USA Today.
Cards move to 2-0 lead in NLCS
St. Louis wins another close one. Read more at
foxsports.com.
Missouri earns some respect
Tigers top Georgia between the hedges. Read more at
cbssports.com.
Texas tops Sooners
Defense making a difference for Longhorns. Read more at
The Austin
American-Statesman.
Boone returns to lead Duke
Blue Devils roll past Navy. Read more at
wralsportsfan.com.
High
school refs arrested during game
Words with officer led
to public intimidation charge. Read more at
The Times-Picayune.
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compilation of headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...
MOST
RECENTLY UPDATED FOR SATURDAY, OCTOBER 12, 2013
Auburn starting true freshman Johnson at QB
Starter Marshall is out. Read more at
espn.com.
Duke awaits Navy ground game
Blue Devils have worked on improving own rushing attack. Read more at
wralsportsfan.com.
Hoyas women's coach resigns
Inappropriate behavior was under investigation. Read more at
USA Today.
Two-year old son of Adrian Peterson dies
Suspect was boy friend of child's mother. Read more at
USA Today.
Hernandez implicated in 2012 double slaying
Witness says former Patriot was shooting into vehicle. Read more at
cbssports.com.
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compilation of headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 11, 2013
LSU, Wisconsin may meet at Lambeau Field
Clash would take place in 2016. Read more at
cbssports.com.
Rich Rod addresses violations
NCAA nitpicking tees him off. Read more at
USA Today.
New UNC chancellor mindful of athletic integrity
Folt concerned about institution's reputation. Read more at
wralsportsfan.com.
Gopher coach takes leave
Seizures cause Kill to take break. Read more at
Yahoo Sports.
Notre Dame offers son of Snoop Dogg
Receiver Cordell
Broadus also being courted by LSU, Nebraska, Southern Cal, UCLA. Read
more at
yardbarker.com.
Memphis coach donates kidney to sister
Tigers basketball
assistant Robert Kirby and sister Virginia Kirk released from hospital
on Thursday. Read more at
lostlettermen.com.
Raptors mascot lost for season
Dunking, dancing
dinosaur blows out Achilles. Read more at
foxsports.com.
Fighter banned for life from UFC
Rousimar Palhares gets ultimate punishment
for maintaining "heel hook" after opponent's submission. Read more at
foxsports.com.
Focus shifts to field for 0-4 Steelers
Tomlin bans games in locker room. Read more at
espn.com.
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compilation of headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
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THURSDAY, OCTOBER 10, 2013
Hokies, Vols to play at racetrack
Matchup set for 2016 at venue that seats 150,000. Read more at
Yahoo Sports.
Bowl eligibility a win away
Buckeyes, Cards among teams on verge of qualifying for postseason. Read
more at
USA Today.
Sports agent charged
Terry Watson alledgedly involved in UNC violations. Read more at
wralsportsfan.com.
Kentucky hoops has reloaded
Wildcats have assembled an impressive collection of talent. Read more at
cbssports.com.
Cards oust Pirates
Wainwright pitches complete game. Read more at
espn.com.
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compilation of headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
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WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 9, 2013
Spurrier backpedals on Clowney
South Carolina coach
takes different tact three days after testy comments about star
defender's absence from lineup. Read more at
cbssports.com.
Shaw rips Sarkisian for fake injury accusation
Stanford coach goes
off on Washington counterpart in weekly teleconference. Read more at
Yahoo Sports.
Multiple concussions end Houston QB's career
Junior David Piland
follows advice of medical staff after latest head injury. Read more at
espn.com.
Bar offers free whiskey for Romo interceptions
Be there and be in Redskins gear, says Duffy's Pub in D.C. Read more at
foxsports.com.
Three finalists vie to host Super Bowl Super Bowl LII
Indianapolis,
Minneapolis and New Orleans contend for 2018 NFL title game. Read more
at
nbcsports.com.
NFL takes wraps off new Pro Bowl uniforms
League and partner
Nike follow college football's futuristic trend. Read more at
nbcsports.com.
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compilation of headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
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TUESDAY, OCTOBER 8, 2013
Dye weighs in on Condi Rice
Former ECU coach not in favor of her inclusion on playoff selection
committee. Read more at
si.com.
Top stadiums in college football rated
Size, noise among factors. Read more at
USA Today.
Jack Del Rio mum on Southern Cal job
Broncos defensive
coordinator restricts comments to preps for Cowboys. Read more at
nationalfootballpost.com.
Panthers' Smith expecting fine
Calls official No. 64 'garbage.' Read more at
espn.com.
Cards force deciding game
Pittsburgh homer is only hit. Read more at
cbssports.com.
A's take series lead
Tigers topped, 6-3, as benches clear. Read more at
Yahoo Sports.
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compilation of headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
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MONDAY, OCTOBER 7, 2013
Noles at No. 6
Hokies enter AP poll. Read more at
cbssports.com.
Winless Miami (OH) makes move
Treadwell out after 0-5 start. Read more at
USA Today.
Clowney forced out by injury
Timetable for return uncertain. Read more at
foxsports.com.
More
abuse claims swirl around Hermann
Rutgers AD tied to
Louisville women's lacrosse accusations. Read more at
The Asbury Park Press.
ODU
taps into Tidewater region's assets
Monarchs leverage
geography, market in leap to FBS. Read more at
The News & Advance.
New
USM AD campaigns for coliseum upgrade
Bill McGillis also
lobbies for support for winless football program and indicates Golden
Eagles have put in a bid to host C-USA baseball tournament. Read more at
The Sun Herald.
Woods seals Presidents Cup
Familiar scenarios as weather holds off. Read more at
wralsportsfan.com.
Patriots beaten by Bengals
Brady's streak of TD passes comes to end. Read more at
Yahoo Sports.
Monster
truck leaves carnage
Driver detained after
accident in Mexico kills eight, injures dozens. Read more at
foxnews.com.
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compilation of headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
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SUNDAY, OCTOBER
6, 2013
Spurrier fumes as Clowney sits
South Carolina coaches
had expected bruised defender to play against Kentucky. Read more at
foxsports.com.
Aircraft crashes near Florida tailgaters
Small banner-towing
plane reportedly landed on top of unoccupied car. Read more at
yardbarker.com.
Saban takes shot at NFL draft gurus
Alabama coach contends
Mel Kiper and other analysts "don't even have an idea." Read more at
yardbarker.com.
A-Rod in clash on two fronts
As lawsuits against MLB and Yankees team
doctor percolate, Rodriguez draws bead on player's union. Read more at
nbcsports.com.
Feud escalates between NASCAR's young
guns
"Now, we got war," warns Brad Keselowski
after being wrecked by Kyle Busch in Nationwide Series race. Read more
at
foxsports.com.
Woods
in the zone in President's Cup
Americans hold
commanding lead heading into Sunday. Read more at
espn.com.
Obama chimes in on Redskins name
President asserts
moniker offends "a sizeable group of people." Read more at
cbssports.com.
Public disagrees with Prez on Redskins
Obama's Saturday
remarks sharply out of sync with May poll. Read more at
espn.com.
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compilation of headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
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SATURDAY, OCTOBER 5, 2013
Manning confounds NFL defenses
Broncos QB has 16/0 TD to pick ratio. Read more at
USA Today.
A-Rod suing MLB, Selig
Core issue is slugger's alleged PED use. Read more at
wralsportsfan.com.
Baker stands up for coach, moves on as manager
Conversation about Jacoby led to dismissal. Read more at
cbssports.com.
Trojans interim coach brings back desserts
Orgeron's philosophy: "You feed a lineman
a cookie, he's happy." Read more at
yardbarker.com.
Clemson AD reportedly on playoff selection committee
BCS in midst of final season. Read more at
espn.com.
UCLA tops Utes
Bruins play nine true freshmen on defense. Read more at
sportsillustrated.com.
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compilation of headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
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FRIDAY, OCTOBER 4, 2013
MTSU hosting speedy Pirates
Raiders have been generating turnovers. Read more at
The Tennessean.
Former North Carolina tutor indicted
More charges involving sports agents expected. Read more at
wralsportsfan.com.
Illegal loan comes to light at 'Bama
Assistant strength coach repaid by suspended player. Read more at
espn.com.
Kelly denies interest in Southern Cal post
NFL Eagles his responsibility. Read more at
cbssports.com.
High school cheerleader backflips into history
Diminutive Marie
Klein's pregame acrobatics set new Guinness record. Read more and view
video at
The Akron Beacon Journal.
Boston sports jocks hang up on Pitino
Radio hosts verbally
sucker punch former Celtics coach. Read more and listen to audio at
lostlettermen.com.
Ricky Williams sleeps on Spider-Man sheets
Former Texas, NFL star
says he's "really low maintenance." Read more at
USA Today.
Chad Curtis sentenced
Former MLB outfielder gets seven- to 15-year sentence for involvement
with underage girls. Read more at
USA Today.
For a more extensive
compilation of headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 3, 2013
Presidents Cup golf starts today
Tiger has new partner. Read more at
golfchannel.com.
Braves make surprising roster moves
Uggla, Maholm dropped for division series. Read more at
si.com.
49er DB changes name
Whitner becomes Hitner. Read more at
espn.com.
College football attendance declining
Ticket prices, TV
saturation taking a toll? Read more at
The Birmingham News.
Navy-Air Force game on
Provisions made despite governmental shutdown. Read more at
cbssports.com.
Pay athletes? Not Boeheim
Syracuse coach makes his case. Read more at
USA Today.
For a more extensive
compilation of headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 2, 2013
Northern Guilford streak ends with forfeit
Too many JV players costs Nighthawks. Read more at
highschoolot.com.
Shutdown may affect games for service academies
Duke-Navy on Oct. 12 in question. Read more at
wralsportsfan.com.
Texas AD Dodds announces retirement
Stepping down in August, 2014. Read more at
si.com.
Former UConn guard Tate George convicted
Ponzi scheme could carry 20-year sentence. Read more at
cbssports.com.
Kiffin's house on the line?
Southern Cal might be
positioned to take fired coach's home. Read more at
tmz.com.
Tigers set rotation for Oakland series
Scherzer to start Friday night. Read more at
espn.com.
Celtics legend mourns passing of wife of 63 years
Bob Cousy's "game
plan" halted when Missie Cousy passes after long bout with dementia.
Read more at
The Worcester Telegram & Gazette.
For a more extensive
compilation of headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 1, 2013
NBA finals format may change
League's competition committee making recommendation. Read more at
foxsports.com.
UConn makes coaching change
Pasqualoni out after 0-4 start. Read more at
wralsportsfan.com.
Cowboys still picked in Big 12
Buckeyes take inside track in Big Ten Leaders Division. Read more at
cbssports.com.
Earl Campbell latest to knife the Mack
Former Longhorns running back says it's time. Read more at
espn.com.
ECU ranked 44th nationally
Highest among C-USA teams. Read more at
USA Today.
For a more extensive
compilation of headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...
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