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UPDATED FOR TUESDAY, SEPT. 30, 2014
Nicklaus sought change in Ryder Cup
format
Expanded team has made U.S. opponents
more competitive. Read more at
yahoo.com.
MLB playoff pairings set
Wild card matchups lead off. Read
more at
si.com.
Astros hire Hinch
New skipper was directing scouting
for Padres. Read more at
cbssports.com.
Twins fire Gardenhire
Five straight losing seasons result
in dismissal. Read more at
foxsports.com.
Mudcats affiliate with Braves
Two-year agreement with Carolina
League club announced. Read more at
wralsportsfan.com.
Lebron's hair goes missing again
Report: NBA star's receding hairline
is back after being fully intact two weeks ago. Read more at
yardbarker.com.
NFL player hurt trying to potty-train
dog
Lions tight end Joseph Fauria
missteps on stairs. Read more at
bleacherreport.com.
UCF's George O'Leary faces lawsuit
Former assistant coach alleges wrongful termination and
use of ethnic slurs. Read more at
foxsports.com.
Fisher responds to fake injury
implications
Doeren 'can coach North Carolina
State.' Read more at
espn.com.
Michigan hangs Brady Hoke out to
dry
Opinion: Controversy over coach's
handling of injured freshman quarterback spinning out of control. Read
more at
forbes.com.
Missouri, South Carolina big movers
Pirates No. 27 in USA Today re-rank.
Read more at
usatoday.com.
For a more extensive compilation of
headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...
MONDAY, SEPT. 29, 2014
Mickelson questions Ryder Cup
strategy
Europe retains possession. Read more
at
espn.com.
Nats' Zimmerman tosses no-hitter
Closing catch secures gem. Read more
at
cbssports.com.
Cards clinch division
Pirates get wild card berth. Read
more at
yahoo.com.
Jeter performs a final amazing
feat
Yankees' captain ends career with RBI
single in Fenway. Read more at
aberdeennews.com.
Steve Smith still has it
Former Panther boosts Ravens past old
team. Read more at
wralsportsfan.com.
Dolphins win in London
Raiders remain winless. Read more at
nbcsports.com.
Kansas fires Weis
Despite changes, Jayhawks continued
to lose. Read more at
usatoday.com.
You can hate Jameis, but you can't
beat him
Irate fans and reporters have no
recourse but to curse pariah FSU QB's football artistry. Read more at
msn.com.
Brady Hoke defends handling of
injured QB
Michigan coach likely to be pressed
for more answers at Monday press conference.
Read more at
usatoday.com.
Tide supplants Noles in coaches
poll
Pirates move up in rankings. Read
more at
cbssports.com.
For a more extensive compilation of
headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...
SUNDAY, SEPT. 28, 2014
U.S. trails in Ryder Cup
Europe leads 10-6 with singles
remaining. Read more at
wralsportsfan.com.
Reds' grand slam hurts Pirates'
chances
St. Louis has edge in division. Read
mire at
foxsports.com.
Gruden criticized for TV work
Read more at
nytimes.com.
Hokies pound ground to beat WMU
VPI rushes for 308 yards in
homecoming victory. Read more at
washingtonpost.com.
Mizzou rallies to shock South
Carolina
Tigers overcome 20-7 deficit in final
eight minutes knock off No. 13 Gamecocks. Read more at
abcnews.com.
Aggies overtake Arkansas, win in
OT
Hill's arm makes difference in 35-28
win. Read more at
espn.com.
Georgia rallies past Tennessee
Gurley runs for 208 yards. Read more
at
usatoday.com.
Michigan State tunes up for Big
Ten
Spartans clobber Wyoming. Read more
at
yahoo.com.
Hoke's hot seat blazing
Minnesota wins at Michigan, Read more
at
nbcsports.com.
Air Force dominates
Boise State
Falcons coast after building 28-0 lead
over mistake-prone Broncos. Read more at
washingtonpost.com.
Top teams survive ugly
Saturday
Florida State, Texas A&M, Georgia
escape close calls. Read more at
usatoday.com.
College football's
week 5 winners and losers
Terps debut in Big Ten with win over
Indiana, Akron confounds Pitt, Minnesota extends Michigan's suffering.
Read more at
usatoday.com.
For a more extensive compilation of
headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...
SATURDAY, SEPT. 27, 2014
Stewart discusses fatality
'100 percent accident.' Read more at
foxsports.com.
Harvick on Dover pole
Chase race will eliminate four. Read
more at
wralsportsfan.com.
Europe takes Ryder Cup lead
Afternoon goes well for hosts. Read
more at
espn.com.
Jeter requests day off for first
time in career
Rookies and late season call-ups take
spotlight as Yanks edge Boston in Fenway opener. Read more at
reuters.com..
Diamondbacks drop axe
Gibson, Trammell gone. Read more at
usatoday.com.
Hornets ban Taylor
Domestic assault charge in Michigan
draws response from NBA team. Read more at
yahoo.com.
Self, Calipari turned down Cavs
job
Report: Lebron's subsequent jump to
Cleveland might have changed their minds. Read more at
thescore.com.
Falling bridge narrowly misses QB
Lions' Matthew Stafford was on his
way to practice when collapse occurred. Read more at
bleacherreport.com.
Cincinnati visits Buckeyes
Tennessee-Georgia also among
compelling contests. Read more at
usatoday.com.
Gamecocks host Mizzou
South Carolina defense yielding 6.8
yards per play. Read more at
si.com.
For a more extensive compilation of
headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...
FRIDAY, SEPT. 26, 2014
McIlroy, Mickelson match up
Ryder Cup gets under way at
Gleneagles. Read more at
wralsportsfan.com.
Jeter to the rescue in final home
outing
Retiring pinstriper bids adieu to
Yankee Stadium with game-winning hit. Read more at
app.com.
Giants clinch wild card berth
Brewers drop out of contention with
loss. Read more at
cbssports.com.
ESPN suspends Simmons
Commentator called NFL commissioner a
liar. Read more at
espn.com.
Philbin regrets distraction
Dolphins coach still isn't naming QB
starter. Read more at
yahoo.com.
Raiders face time zone adjustment
Clash with Miami coming up in London.
Read more at
si.com.
Steve Smith amped up to play
Panthers
Ravens receiver determined to show
old team 'I can still play.' Read more at
usatoday.com.
UNC gets 'Supervisor of Morale'
Pressley assumes role. Read more at
usatoday.com.
South Carolina announces four-year
grants
Long-term scholarships planned in
'head count' sports. Read more at
foxsports.com.
Cowboys wins shootout with Texas
Tech
Teams combine for 1,034 yards and 287
yards in penalties. Read more at
foxnews.com.
Why elite college
basketball recruits sign late
Players at the very top of the prospect
board hold all the power. Read more at
sbnation.com.
Time change for
Pirates-Heels hoops
Saturday, Dec. 7 game moved to 3 p.m.
with TV coverage on ESPNU. Read more at
starnewsonline.com.
For a more extensive compilation of
headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...
THURSDAY, SEPT. 25, 2014
Stewart won't be prosecuted
Ward had been smoking marijuana. Read
more at
wralsportsfan.com.
Rory a villain to U.S. hopes
Ryder Cup starts Friday. Read more at
usatoday.com.
Silva
banned by Nevada commission
Brazilian MMA star
dodged urine and blood tests before UFC match. Read more at
fighters.com.
Jeter on SI cover as career closes
Yanks star provides perspective in
exit interview. Read more at
si.com.
Louisville Slugger to retire Jeter's bat number
Decision to retire its
P72 bat in Jeter's honor is a first in the company's 130-year history.
Read more at
sportingnews.com.
Phillies flopped 50 years ago
Seemingly secure 6.5-game lead
vanished over last 12 games. Read more at
foxsports.com.
Dolphins QB has conversation with
coach
Tannehill appears to be the starter
against Oakland in London. Read more at
espn.com.
Vikings lose Cassel
Bridgewater moves into starting role.
Read more at
yahoo.com.
Saban comments on Kiffin hire
Critics have changed their tune. Read
more at
cbssports.com.
For a more extensive compilation of
headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...
WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 24, 2014
NASCAR comes down on private testing
Penalties will be
severe — loss of points and fine. Read more at
yahoo.com,
Students say Bironas threatened them
Former Titans kicker
allegedly crashed after trying to run another vehicle off road. Read
more at
usatoday.com.
Could
Jeter be first with perfect Hall vote?
Unanimous vote not a
foregone conclusion for Yankees icon. Read more at
toledoblade.com.
Uggla,
Upton contributed to Wren's ouster
Duo didn't produce
relative to salaries. Read more at
foxsports.com.
Spieth returns to Gleneagles
Youngster preparing for
Ryder Cup. Read more at
wralsportsfan.com.
ECU
the class of the American
After rout of North
Carolina, 'sleeping giant' will enter AAC play as the favorite to win
the league. Read more at
courant.com.
Mason
trying to hold Mustangs together
SMU meets Texas A&M
before AAC opener at East Carolina. Read more at
dallasnews.com.
Mariota early Heisman favorite
Odds lengthen for
Winston. Read more at
cbssports.com.
Another Longhorn bites the dust
Offensive lineman ninth
player to be dismissed by Strong. Read more at
espn.com.
For a more extensive compilation of
headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...
TUESDAY, SEPT. 23, 2014
Trout
may finally win MVP
Former ECU recruit
deserving. Read more at
yahoo.com.
Cards
clinch playoff spot
Sickness a concern
after fourth straight postseason berth secured. Read more at
foxsports.com.
Braves chop GM
Manager Gonzalez
appears safe. Read more at
cbssports.com.
MLB
to look at pace of play
Committee to look at
means of speeding up games. Read more at
cbssports.com.
Turnovers, penalties doom Jets
Bears take advantage
for 27-19 road win. Read more at
nypost.com.
No
possession for Denver in OT
Seahawks win toss, take
ball, drive, win. Read more at
usatoday.com.
Don't
count RG3 out just yet
Column: It's too soon
to say the Kirk Cousins era is here. Read more at
washingtonpost.com.
Brady
Hoke denies he's feeling heat
Loss to Utah continues
struggles for Wolverines. Read more at
espn.com.
Texas
QB optimistic
Swoopes believes
Longhorns (1-2) can make playoffs. Read more at
si.com.
Who are these
Mountaineers?
Jury is still out after losses and
bright spots. Read more at
register-herald.com.
For a more extensive compilation of
headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...
MONDAY, SEPT. 22, 2014
Former Titans kicker killed in accident
Bironas was married to
Terry Bradshaw's daughter. Read more at
espn.com.
Bortles era is officially underway in Jacksonville
Former UCF quarterback
takes over starting job for struggling Jags. Read more at
orlandosentinel.com.
Cowboys match biggest comeback
Rams can't hold
21-point lead. Read more at
foxsports.com.
Bengals move to 3-0
QB Dalton makes TD
catch. Read more at
yahoo.com.
Pirates ranked No. 23 by AP
Duke leads teams which
also received votes. Read more at
wralsportsfan.com.
ECU,
Blue Devils enter coaches poll
Duke 23rd, followed by
Pirates at No. 24. Read more at
fayobserver.com.
Winston reinstated as starter
Fisher says one-game
suspension sufficient. Read more at
usatoday.com.
Turner finds home at Boise State
Trouble-filled journey
has led him to Broncos' defensive front. Read more at
si.com.
Battle-weary UMass
searching for a victory
Power 5 gauntlet behind them,
Minutemen begin MAC play. Read more at
bostonherald.com.
For a more extensive compilation of
headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...
SUNDAY, SEPT. 21, 2014
Tide
tops Gators
Sims, Cooper lead the
way. Read more at
espn.com.
Mississippi State shocks LSU
Bulldogs hold off
frantic comeback attempt by No. 8 Tigers. Read more at
nydailynews.com.
Winston watches as FSU survives in OT
Clemson miscues aid
Seminoles' cause. Read more at
abcnews.com.
Texas
A&M wins big
Struggles continue for
SMU. Read more at
yahoo.com.
Pirates overwhelm Tar Heels
Fourth straight win for
ECU over an ACC team. Read more at
wralsportsfan.com.
Spartans outscore ECU
Michigan State bounces
back with 73 points. Read more at
foxsports.com.
Hokies can't hold on
Yellow Jackets use
closing field goal for 27-24 triumph. Read more at
roanoke.com.
Hoosiers stun Missouri
Roberts' late score
provides 31-27 victory. Read more at
cbssports.com.
Badgers run past Bowling Green
Gordon gains 253 yards.
Read more at
usatoday.com.
BYU keeps rolling with
win over UVa
QB Taysom Hill shines as No. 21 Cougars stay
unbeaten. Read more at
foxnews.com.
Houston routs UNLV
Cougars pull away in second half. Read
more at
reviewjournal.com.
For a more extensive compilation of
headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...
SATURDAY, SEPT. 20, 2014
FSU
extends Winston's suspension
Maguire to start at QB
against Clemson as Heisman winner sits full game. Read more at
nytimes.com.
Kansas State coach says Auburn knew signals
Wildcats make
adjustments at halftime of loss. Read more at
espn.com.
Julie
Hermann's mouth causes more trouble
Rutgers AD made
insensitive reference about Sandusky scandal in staff meeting. Read more
at
usatoday.com.
ECU
continues to find success against tough foes
Pirates positioned to
become significant player in post-BCS world. Read more at
foxsports.com.
USF
sloshes past UConn
Win is Bulls' first
against a Division I-A foe in 11 months. Read more at
tampabay.com.
Harvard Crimson run wild
Running back Andrew
Casten rushes for 153 yards in 41-18 rout of Holy Cross. Read more at
bostonherald.com.
Kershaw picks up 20th win
Ellis has pair of
two-run homers as Dodgers bury Cubs 14-5. Read more at
apnewsarchive.com.
MLB
meets with players union
Domestic violence
guidelines discussed. Read more at
foxsports.com.
Goodell addresses issues
NFL commissioner plans
new policies regarding off field behavior. Read more at
wralsportsfan.com.
Trump
says he inflated price of Bills
Pegula paying $1.4
billion for NFL franchise. Read more at
cbssports.com.
Raven
retires to donate kidney
Recipient is younger
brother, former Steeler. Read more at
usatoday.com.
Rare
Super Bowl rematch on tap
Retooled Broncos visit
Seattle. Read more at
si.com.
For a more extensive compilation of
headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...
FRIDAY, SEPT. 19, 2014
R&A
approves female members
Vote gets 85 percent in
favor. Read more at
yahoo.com.
Jeter
begins final home stand with homer
Retiring captain's
sixth-inning blast helps Yankees edge Toronto, 3-2. Read more at
apnewsarchive.com.
Former Rangers manager owns up to affair
Washington reveals why
he stepped down. Read more at
usatoday.com.
Selig
not dealing with Mets issues
Departing commissioner
refrains from addressing problems with Wilpon's franchise. Read more at
si.com.
U.S.
Senators threaten Redskins' tax status
Democrats Harry Reid,
Maria Cantwell and Tim Johnson roll out bill to revoke team's tax
exemption if it doesn't change nickname. Read more at
usatoday.com.
More
NFL domestic violence
Cards RB Dwyer
head-butted wife. Read more at
foxsports.com.
Auburn finds a way to beat Kansas State
Bill Snyder's Wildcats
give visiting Tigers a scare. Read more at
abcnews.com.
Pirates have streak against ACC
Three previous wins
against power conference have been on road. Read more at
wralsportsfan.com.
Red
Raiders dismiss defensive coordinator
Wallerstedt under
influence of unknown substance on campus. Read more at
espn.com.
Coach
K taken to task as Team USA coach
Blue Devils boss
responds by saying role takes away from recruiting time for Duke. Read
more at
cbssports.com.
RIP Suffolk Downs
Vintage horse racing track goes down
for the count. Read more at
ajerseyguy.com.
For a more extensive compilation of
headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...
THURSDAY, SEPT. 18, 2014
Umpire Joe West suspended one game
Greenville product's
incident with Papelbon results in action. Read more at
cbssports.com.
Nike
suspends deal with Peterson
Allegations of child
abuse prompt decision. Read more at
yahoo.com.
Panthers deactivate Hardy
Defensive end to go on
commissioner's exempt list. Read more at
si.com.
Texas, Michigan set gridiron matchups
Powers to collide in
2024, 2027. Read more at
espn.com.
Longhorn QB gives up football
Lingering concussion
symptoms prompt decision by David Ash. Read more at
mysanantonio.com.
Winston to sit first half against Tigers
Noles QB: 'Got to tone
it down.' Read more at
wralsportsfan.com.
One
early forecast has ECU facing Vols
Birmingham Bowl on Jan.
3 projected as Pirates' postseason destination. Read more at
usatoday.com.
Rory
wins awards
Stroke average best on
tour. Read more at
foxsports.com.
For a more extensive compilation of
headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...
WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 17, 2014
Pirates No. 25
SI.com power rankings
credit ECU. Read more at
si.com.
QB
Olsen leaves Miami
Departure follows DUI
arrest. Read more at
yahoo.com.
Southern U. paying for past transgressions
Evolving academic
certification issues deplete Jaguars roster. Read more at
nola.com.
Steve
Spurrier's best sideline tantrums
Ol' ball coach
demonstrates flexibility in choosing objects to hurl. Read more and view
videos at
lostlettermen.com.
Video
of "Fainting Goat" play goes viral
Arkansas State receiver
plays dead but doesn't fool Miami. Read more and view videos at
tampabay.com.
Report: NFL tells RG3 to flip 'Jesus' shirt
Newspaper reporter
tweets than injured Redskins QB was told to turn shirt inside outside at
press conference because it was not a Nike product. Read more at
foxnews.com.
Vikings reverse field on Peterson
Star running back
barred from team activities until child abuse case is settled. Read more
at
foxnews.com.
Brewer comes down on NFL
Big financial supporter
expresses displeasure with handling of off-field situations. Read more
at
espn.com.
Minnesota governor weighs in on Peterson
Dayton says running
back should be suspended. Read more at
cbssports.com.
Orioles' Davis helps trapped motorist
Suspended slugger first
on scene. Read more at
usatoday.com.
Braves announce naming rights for new stadium
Suburban facility
scheduled to open in 2017. Read more at
foxsports.com.
Grand
jury will consider Stewart evidence
Driver remains
cooperative. Read more at
wralsportsfan.com.
For a more extensive compilation of
headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...
TUESDAY, SEPT. 16, 2014
RG3
hopes to be back in 2014
Ankle dislocated, not
fractured. Read more at
cbssports.com.
Peterson to return for Vikings
Running back sat out
last week after using tree branch for switch. Read more at
foxsports.com.
Moreno to miss a month
Dolphins resign
Thomas. Read more at
yahoo.com.
Hardy's status uncertain for Steelers
Defensive end still
involved with Panthers. Read more at
wralsportsfan.com.
Broncos fans petition to get Simms off their games
Petition asks CBS to
yank former NFL QB from broadcasting booth for Denver games. Read more
at
yardbarker.com.
Rutgers AD apologizes
Fan behavior for Penn
State referred to Sandusky abuse. Read more at
espn.com.
Pirates jump in USA Today rankings
Topping Hokies keys
rise to No. 30. Read more at
usatoday.com.
Waitress: Mayweather party left no tip
Hard Rock Hotel server
says boxer and his entourage stiffed her after $25K party. Read more at
yardbarker.com.
Woods
laughs off Rory's comments
Youngster talked
about Tiger, Phil aging. Read more at
golf.com.
For a more extensive compilation of
headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...
MONDAY, SEPT. 15, 2014
USA
good as gold
Serbia falls in FIBA
World Cup final. Read more at
espn.com.
Shark
narrowly avoids serious injury
Norman recovering from
chain saw cut. Read more at
espn.com.
Redskins lose RG III, then win with backup
Cousins helps thrash
Jags after franchise QB goes down. Read more at
washingtonpost.com.
Panthers take division lead
Newton, defense lead
win over Lions. Read more at
wralsportsfan.com.
Seahawks vaunted defense tastes failure
Chargers QB Philip Rivers engineers
30-21 win at Qualcomm. Read more at
seattletimes.com.
Browns win first home game
Field goal drops Saints
to 0-2. Read more at
cbssports.com.
Patriots bounce back
Vikes throw four picks.
Read more at
foxsports.com.
Cowboys whip Titans
Murray leads Dallas on
ground. Read more at
yahoo.com.
Big
upsets mark college football weekend
Virginia Tech, Southern
Cal brought down to earth by ECU, BC. Read more at
kansascity.com.
Upsets impact polls
ECU getting votes. Read
more at
cbssports.com.
Perfect Irish still
have flaws
Mistakes and injuries concern Coach
Brian Kelly. Read more at
timesunion.com.
Trojans resort to
self-scrutiny
Bye week will not be an off week after
upset loss at Boston College. Read more at
latimes.com.
For a more extensive compilation of
headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...
SUNDAY, SEPT. 14, 2014
Rory
positions for $10 million bid
Tied with Horschel
going into final round. Read more at
espn.com.
Dan
Snyder supports Goodell
Redskins owner backs
NFL commissioner after tough week. Read more at
usatoday.com.
Trout
hammers two homers in win
Former ECU recruit also
doubles and has 3 RBIs to lead Angels over Astros. Read more at
pressofatlanticcity.com.
French capture bronze medal
Lithuania edged, 95-93.
Read more at
foxsports.com.
Pirates face challenge of handling success
No. 17 Hokies fall
after beating Ohio State. Read more at
sportingnews.com.
No.
22 Buckeyes bounce back
Kent State trounced.
Read more at
cbssports.com.
No. 2
Oregon downs Wyoming
Mariota exceeds 7,000
yards. Read more at
yahoo.com.
No.
12 UCLA survives Texas
Backup QB Jerry
Neuheisel, son of former Bruins coach, sparks team after starter Brett
Hundley injured. Read more at
abcnews.com.
BC
stuns No. 9 Trojans
QB Tyler Murphy
engineers Eagles' first win over a top 10 opponent since 1994. Read more
at
bostonglobe.com.
Cavs
take down No. 21 Cards
Virginia rallies to top
new ACC members. Read more at
wralsportsfan.com.
For a more extensive compilation of
headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...
SATURDAY, SEPT. 13, 2014
Maidana gets another shot at Mayweather
Rematch set for
tonight. Read more at
usatoday.com.
Stanton doing better after beaning
Marlins don't
anticipate that surgery will be needed. Read more at
cbssports.com.
Orioles' Davis suspended 25 games
Slugger tested positive
for amphetamine use. Read more at
wralsportsfan.com.
Danny
Ferry takes leave of absence
Hawks GM gets away
after email causes stir. Read more at
espn.com.
Peyton's return was more improbable than inevitable
Fourth neck surgery in
2012 led to dramatic family meeting. Read more at
miamiherald.com.
Bearcats rout Toledo in Kiel debut
Notre Dame transfer
throws for 6 TDs as Cincy rockets out of the gates. Read more at
ksl.com.
From
Texas Tech to Virginia Tech
QB Brewer off to fast
start, faces ECU today. Read more at
si.com.
UCLA
takes on Texas
Longhorns' defensive
line bigger than Bruins have faced. Read more at
foxsports.com.
Coach moves game for daughter's wedding
Wagner advances matchup with Monmouth
to today to keep peace in Coach Walt Hameline's family. Read more at
foxnews.com.
Horschel continues 60s cruise
Paired with Rory today.
Read more at
yahoo.com.
For a more extensive compilation of
headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...
FRIDAY, SEPT. 12, 2014
Team
USA recovers to rout Lithuania
Gold medal game is
Sunday. Read more at
cbssports.com.
Pistorius guilty of culpable homicide
Sentencing awaits after
killing ruled not premeditated. Read more at
foxnews.com.
Investigation of Stewart crash complete
D.A. will announce next
week whether charges will be filed in fatal racetrack incident. Read
more at
blackburnnews.com.
Dale
Jr. freaked out before Kimmel appearance
North Carolina NASCAR
driver had fun after initial unease. Read more at
usatoday.com.
Tim
Tebow joins 'Good Morning America'
Former NFL quarterback
expands his television presence. Read more at
hollywoodreporter.com.
20-cent tip creates reaction
Eagles' McCoy explains.
Read more at
espn.com.
Reds
slow Cards' run
Cincy's 1-0 win is
third straight loss for St. Louis. Read more at
foxsports.com.
Benches clear in Brewers' win
Fastball to face of
Miami slugger Giancarlo Stanton set stage for wild kerfuffle. Read more
at
jsonline.com.
UNC-CH
student attorney general considering charges
Results of university
investigation into alleged beating completed. Read more at
wralsportsfan.com.
Wake
dismisses two players
Leading returner rusher
Gibson, reserve center out for team rule violations. Read more at
yahoo.com.
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headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
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THURSDAY, SEPT. 11, 2014
Eric
Dickerson chides alma mater
Conversation regarding
SMU follows Jones' resignation. Read more at
espn.com.
Auburn tree poisoner's payments lagging
Updyke has put only $99
on nearly $800,000 fine. Read more at
foxsports.com.
Trash
talk draws ire of Mark Stoops
Kentucky coach
"furious" at RB Jojo Kemp for tweaking Florida. Read more at
foxnews.com.
Bart
Starr recovering
Former Packers QB,
coach had mild stroke last week. Read more at
yahoo.com.
Eatery calls out LeSean McCoy for skimpy tip
Burger joint claims
Eagles RB tipped 20 cents on a $60 check. Read more at
foxnews.com.
USA
faces Lithuania in hoops
Coach K speaks on
event's magnitude. Read more at
wralsportsfan.com.
Dominique Wilkins interested in Hawks ownership
Business partner,
former star could be popular solution. Read more at
nbcsports.com.
Miami
will bid to keep Stanton
Price tag for Marlins
outfielder could be $300 million. Read more at
cbssports.com.
Q & A
with Jimmie Johnson
NASCAR driver got help
from Secret Service on golf course. Read more at
usatoday.com.
PGA players share $10
million dreams
Chase for mammoth FedExCup prize stirs
golfers' imaginations. Read more at
usatoday.com.
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headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
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WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 10, 2014
Ferry
disciplined for remarks on Deng
Atlanta Hawks GM made
comments during free agent process. Read more at
wralsportsfan.com.
FCC
chief opposes NFL blackout rules
Vote on Sept. 30 could
affect policy. Read more at
nbcsports.com.
Rice's wife has say
She faults media as
domestic violence video creates stir. Read more at
espn.com.
Sabres owner appears poised to buy Bills
Pegula projects as
popular choice. Read more at
cbssports.com.
MLB
clarifies home plate collision rule
Directive says runner
should be out if clearly beaten by throw. Read more at
foxnews.com.
Riley
could figure in SMU search
Mustangs may go with
younger coach. Read more at
foxsports.com.
Computers like Ducks
Oregon ahead of Florida
State in composite. Read more at
usatoday.com.
Wake
suspends backup QB
Sousa violated team
rules. Read more at
yahoo.com.
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headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
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TUESDAY, SEPT. 9, 2014
MLB announces 2015
schedule
World Series could go into November.
Read more at
espn.com.
NBA nears lucrative
media deals
TV packages were priority for new
commissioner. Read more at
sportingnews.com.
Ravens cut Ray Rice
Running back released
following video's emergence. Read more at
wralsportsfan.com.
Cam
Newton expected to return
Panthers QB should be
good for home opener. Read more at
foxsports.com.
June
Jones out at SMU
Move come two games
after contract extension through 2017. Read more at
dallasnews.com.
ECU
48th in re-rank
Oregon No. 2 and
gaining on Noles. Read more at
usatoday.com.
Concussions force UConn's Coachran to retire
Whitmer, Boyle only
scholarship QBs left. Read more at
si.com.
Haden
receives $25,000 fine
Penalty follows
conversation with officials. Read more at
espn.com.
Penn
State regains bowl eligibility
NCAA makes statement on
program's progress. Read more at
cbssports.com.
Miami
president Shalala announces retirement for 2015
Former Clinton staffer
guided university through transition to ACC. Read more at
yahoo.com.
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headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
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MONDAY, SEPT. 8, 2014
Yankees honor Jeter
Michael Jordan, Cal
Ripken Jr. on hand. Read more at
wralsportsfan.com.
Atlanta Hawks owner selling team
Levenson's racist
remarks in email disclosed. Read more at
cbssports.com.
Dolphins rally past Patriots
New England scoreless
after half. Read more at
espn.com.
Falcons open with OT win
Saints can't hold lead.
Read more at
usatoday.com.
Hokies bound into AP poll at No. 17
Oregon rises to No. 2.
Read more at
nbcsports.com.
Spurrier happy South Carolina found itself
Tough win over ECU
showed ol' ball coach how his team can succeed. Read more at
ap.org.
Big
Ten takes a tumble
Not so powerful after
Saturday's setback. Read more at
sportingnews.com.
Nebraska unbeaten but
humbled
Close call against McNeese State a
wakeup call for Huskers. Read more at
ap.org.
Trojans coach regrets calling AD to field
Sarkisian apologizes
for summoning Haden from press box for what turned into a confrontation
with game officials. Read more at
ap.org.
Big
12 suspends replay officials
Discipline levied for
failure to review controversial play in Kansas State-Iowa State game.
Read more at
ap.org.
Auriemma On The Road Again
UConn women's hoops
coach taking charge of U.S. national team for another world championship
run. Read more at
courant.com.
Bryan
brothers celebrate 100th win
Doubles title in U.S.
Open is 16th major. Read more at
foxsports.com.
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SUNDAY, SEPT. 7, 2014
Tide
win shortened
Two quarterbacks
productive before lightning halts game. Read more at
espn.com.
Huskers survive McNeese State
Abdullah makes decisive
play. Read more at
cbssports.com.
Irish
say so long to Michigan
Notre Dame dominates
Wolverines in last game of series. Read more at
foxnews.com.
Hokies dance back into national spotlight
Virginia Tech not
intimidated by the Horseshoe in win at Ohio State. Read more at
espn.com.
Stanford stunned
Southern California
impacts early playoff picture. Read more at
usatoday.com.
USC
AD argues with officials
Pat Haden on playoff
committee. Read more at
yahoo.com.
Semifinal upsets in U.S. Open
Federer knocked out.
Read more at
foxsports.com.
Curry
leads USA past Mexico
Effort includes six
3-pointers. Read more at
wralsportsfan.com.
Horschel shoots 63 for 3-shot lead
Round concludes with
32-foot birdie putt. Read more at
golf.com.
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SATURDAY, SEPT. 6, 2014
Brady
returns to Patriots practice
QB expected to play at
Miami. Read more at
foxsports.com.
NFL
has no plans to expand into other days
NFL exec: Playing on
Tuesday or Wednesday not in the cards. Read more at
usatoday.com.
NBA
commish: More legalized sports gambling inevitable
Adam Silver says he has
no moral issues with sports betting. Read more at
bloomberg.com.
USA
hoops meets Mexico
Irving OK after fall.
Read more at
wralsportsfan.com.
Washington resigns as Rangers manager
Team official says
action is personal but not drug related. Read more at
espn.com.
Dodgers' Beckett to miss remainder of season
Injury problems could
lead to retirement. Read more at
yahoo.com.
Noles
make personnel moves
Thomas suspended
indefinitely. Read more at
cbssports.com.
Raw
talent evolves into scoring machine at ECU
Unheralded recruits
play big roles for Pirates. Read more at
si.com.
Shuai
retires, Wozniacki advances
Heat-related illness
decides U.S. Open semifinal. Read more at
usatoday.com.
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headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
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FRIDAY, SEPT. 5, 2014
Irish, Buckeyes to battle
Series set for 2022,
2023. Read more at
cbssports.com.
FSU
conducting investigation of Winston
University officials
question accuser. Read more at
usatoday.com.
Right
tackle leaves Cyclones
Gannon started eight
games last season and 2014 opening loss. Read more at
yahoo.com.
Player retention woes hamper Hurricanes
Transfers and
disciplinary problems deplete Al Golden's early signing classes. Read
more at
miamiherald.com.
Old-school has its advantages
Preparing for
tradition, pro-style attacks becoming more difficult for teams that live
and die by the spread. Read more at
ap.org.
A-10
Tournament sets sites
Pittsburgh hosting in
2017, then D.C. Read more at
si.com.
Bills
legend Jim Kelly gets good news
Hall of Fame
quarterback declared cancer-free. Read more at
nydailynews.com.
Suspended Browns receiver lands job
Gordon hired as
salesman by car dealer. Read more at
foxsports.com.
Newton questionable for Panthers' opener
Derek Anderson in
back-up role. Read more at
wralsportsfan.com.
Harden, Curry lead USA
Americans unbeaten in
pool play. Read more at
espn.com.
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headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
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THURSDAY, SEPT. 4, 2014
New
NFL rules are for the birds
Seahawks defensive
about increased scrutiny of defensive contact. Read more at
sun-sentinel.com.
Welker suspended for four games
Substance violation
apparently took place at Kentucky Derby. Read more at
cbssports.com.
BYU
knows Texas focused on revenge
Cougars expect
Longhorns to be seeking payback for humiliating loss last season. Read
more at
good4utah.com.
Florida, Idaho cancel postponed opener
Teams to play in 2017;
Vandals still set to receive $975,000 for game called Saturday night
because of deluge. Read more at
foxnews.com.
Early
projection has Pirates in Miami Beach
BYU would be bowl foe.
Read more at
usatoday.com.
Gamecocks to play Heels on Sept. 3 next season
Charlotte game moved
from Saturday to Thursday. Read more at
wralsportsfan.com.
Rookie catcher helps Braves get going
Phils fall as Atlanta
ends 25-inning scoreless streak. Read more at
foxsports.com.
Hibbert helping Hoyas
Pacers center gives $1
million for alma mater's athletic center. Read more at
si.com.
Rory
cautious about Ryder Cup
Europeans expected to
be favored. Read more at
espn.com.
Makarova makes semis
Straight set win ends
string of quarters losses. Read more at
yahoo.com.
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headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
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WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 3, 2014
103-year old wants to take on Usain Bolt
Race for the ages will
happen in five years if vintage sprinter Hidekichi Miyazaki gets to
choose. Read more at
nydailynews.com.
USA
rolls past New Zealand
Davis scores 21 points.
Read more at
foxsports.com.
Irsay
receives disciplinary measures
Colts owner banned six
games, fined $500,000 for DUI. Read more at
espn.com.
NCAA
hit with another lawsuit
Former Colorado State
kicker challenges scholarship limits. Read more at
si.com.
Spurrier says Davis likely to play
Gamecocks host East
Carolina on Saturday. Read more at
wralsportsfan.com.
Gamecocks remain in polls
Georgia climbs after
pulling away from Clemson. Read more at
cbssports.com.
ECU
No. 50 among 128
Florida State leads USA
Today re-ranking. Read more at
usatoday.com.
Peng
continues U.S. Open roll
She hasn't lost a set
entering semis. Read more at
yahoo.com.
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headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
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TUESDAY, SEPT. 2, 2014
Maness wins as Cards move into first
Third straight victory
good for NL Central lead. Read more at
yahoo.com.
Four
Phillies combine for no-hitter
Braves fall, 7-0. Read
more at
wralsportsfan.com.
Jeter
honored with New Yorker cover
Retiring Yankee icon
finally on the front of stuffy magazine. Read more at
nydailynews.com.
Astros fire manager
Lawless to finish
season. Read more at
cbssports.com.
Parity takes a hit in NCAA football
Power 5 assertive in
opening week. Read more at
usatoday.com.
Baylor QB day to day
Petty has two cracks in
his back. Read more at
foxsports.com.
Texas
QB out with concussion, could retire
Longhorns prepare for
BYU. Read more at
si.com.
Chris
Kirk wins Deutsche Bank
Big putts key closing
66. Read more at
espn.com.
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MONDAY, SEPT. 1, 2014
Trout
clouts 31st homer
Former ECU recruit
drives in 3 runs to help Angels sweep A's. Read more at
foxsports.com.
Minor
leaguer plays nine positions
Orf shows versatility.
Read more at
espn.com.
Elway
scores bargain bin gold
Cheap deal with Marvin
Austin solidified Broncos' defensive front. Read more at
durangoherald.com.
USA
hoops has to rally
Turkey leads Americans
at half. Read more at
wralsportsfan.com.
Wreck
knocks Stewart out of race
Driver had been out of
action since dirt track fatality. Read more at
cbssports.com.
McIlroy surges into contention
Final round of Deutsche
Bank scheduled for today. Read more at
yahoo.com.
Wozniacki reaches U.S. Open quarters
Sharipova ousted. Read
more at
si.com.
Tough
starts for SEC pair
Vandy, South Carolina
dealt one-sided defeats. Read more at
usatoday.com.
Baylor opens stadium
in style
SMU quarterbacks sacked 8 times in 45-0
rout in new facility. Read more at
usatoday.com.
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