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Nuggets & Briefs: From his perch in the crow's nest, Al Myatt peers beyond the realm of Bonesville for items of interest to our readers. Visit the Nuggets & Briefs Archives to review Nuggets & Briefs from previous months. For a more extensive compilation of headlines from ECU and beyond, visit Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...

NUGGETS & BRIEFS FOR MARCH 2016
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MOST RECENTLY UPDATED FOR THURSDAY, MAR. 31, 2016

Gamecocks dealing with injuries in QB search

Orth injures shoulder, has surgery. Read more at yahoo.com.

Hall calls Yao Ming

Big presence helped popularize basketball in China. Read more at espn.com.

UNC scandal overshadowing success

Glacial pace of NCAA investigation affects recruiting. Read more at sportingnews.com.

Cable will carry national final

Ratings expected to depend on matchup. Read more at wralsportsfan.com.

Kyle Smith heads west

Coach leaves Columbia for San Francisco. Read more at ap.org.

NCAA bracket co-leader makes $50K omission

N.Y. resident James Kiki forgets to pick a winner in Yahoo contest. Read more at newser.com.

Technology coming to dugouts

MLB lifts ban on devices. Read more at nbcsports.com.

'Next Ripken' set to manage in minors

Brandon Wood makes career adjustment as skipper. Read more at usatoday.com.

Marquette moves to fire conservative professor

School displeased with John McAdams' blog criticizing a junior faculty member for chastising a student who spoke in class in defense of traditional marriage. Read more at breitbart.com.

Tiger looks unlikely for Masters

Absence would be second in three years. Read more at cbssports.com.

For a more extensive compilation of headlines from ECU and beyond, visit Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...

WEDNESDAY, MAR. 30, 2016

Kaepernick trade unlikely

Interested teams backed off, Niners looking for substantial return. Read more at cbssports.com.

Tebow open to running for office

Inventor of Tebowing has open mind. Read more an view video at weeklystandard.com.

Ohio State to upgrade football stadium

$42 allocated for renovation. Read more at usatoday.com.

Chris Paul bows out of Olympics

USA short on experience at point. Read more at nbcsports.com.

Harrell suspended five games

D-League player shoved referee to floor. Read more at espn.com.

Brimah to check out NBA draft

Seven-footer could return to UConn. Read more at yahoo.com.

Hield, Valentine lead All America unit

Izzo lauds star's improvement. Read more at ap.org.

Matt Harvey back on track

Mets hurler passes bladder blood clot. Read more at wralsportsfan.com.

Australian Masters called off

Golf tournament organizer IMG says it is 'reimaging' the event. Read more at ap.org.

ESPN reporter denies falling asleep

Brian Windhorst says he was looking down at his phone during SportsCenter interview. Read more at variety.com.

UNC alum disrupts Easter service

Retired NYPD officer nabs bullhorn-toting animal rights agitator in St. Patrick's Cathedral. Read more at nypost.com.

For a more extensive compilation of headlines from ECU and beyond, visit Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...

TUESDAY, MAR. 29, 2016

Kicker joins bowl eligibility committee

Sunanon says 6-6 should be threshold. Read more at yahoo.com.

Hornets hitting from long range

Charlotte contending for playoff berth. Read more at wralsportsfan.com.

Bahamas following Hield

Sooners have top scorer in Final Four. Read more at usatoday.com.

Beard heads for UNLV

Guided Arkansas-Little Rock to 30-5 season. Read more at espn.com.

Braves release Swisher

Atlanta obligated for $10 million. Read more at cbssports.com.

Mets shut down Matt Harvey

Availability for start of season in jeopardy. Read more at nbcsports.com.

Serena exits in Miami

Kuznetsova pulls stunner. Read more at ap.org.

QAR non-profit group closes shop

Friends of Queen Anne's Revenge cites state's legal battles over shipwreck. Read more at carolinacoastonline.com.

English cannon unearthed in Wilmington

State archaeologist dates gun to between 1700 and 1750. Read more at foxnews.com.

For a more extensive compilation of headlines from ECU and beyond, visit Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...

MONDAY, MAR. 28, 2016

Schools with scandals mar Final Four

Villanova vs. Oklahoma in one matchup, Probation vs. Under Investigation in the other. Read more at yahoo.com.

Stallings reportedly heading to Pitt

Source says Vandy players notified. Read more at nbcsports.com.

State's Abu to check out NBA

Not hiring agent, could remain with Wolfpack. Read more at abc11.com.

UNLV freshman 7-footer heading to draft

Zimmerman rated No. 26 prospect. Read more at yahoo.com.

UConn women continue to dominate

Some question whether their superiority is good for game. Read more at espn.com.

Making NBA a long shot

Many collegians enticed into leaving. Read more at usatoday.com.

Blake Griffin cleared medically

Clippers star must serve four-game suspension. Read more at ap.org.

Frozen Four set

Quinnipiac, Boston College, Denver, North Dakota vie for hockey title. Read more at nhl.com.

Day takes match play

New No. 1 overcomes back injury. Read more at cbssports.com.

Boxer in coma after title fight loss

New champ's father may have saved ex-champ's life. Read more at dailymail.co.uk.

For a more extensive compilation of headlines from ECU and beyond, visit Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...

SUNDAY, MAR. 27, 2016

Demand diminishes for Kaepernick

Broncos emerge as primary contender. Read more at cbssports.com.

McElwain rewarded for winning division

Gators coach gets $750,000 raise. Read more at yahoo.com.

Villanova topples Kansas

Victory over No. 1 seed affirms new Big East's brand. Read more at sportingnews.com.

Sooners knock Oregon out

Hield leads the way with 37. Read more at wralsportsfan.com.

Coach K issues statement

Version of postgame encounter updated. Read more at nbcsports.com.

ACC's supremacy debatable

League guaranteed pair in Final Four. Read more at usatoday.com.

Brewers reliever hurt taking off spikes

Smith tears knee ligament. Read more at espn.com.

Day returning to No. 1

Spieth loses match, top ranking. Read more at ap.org.

For a more extensive compilation of headlines from ECU and beyond, visit Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...

SATURDAY, MAR. 26, 2016

Suicide bomber strikes at youth soccer match

Massacre in Iraq reportedly kills 29. Read more at nbcsports.com.

Hernandez home for sale

Five-bedroom structure listed at $1.5 million. Read more at espn.com.

BC rules out game with UConn at Fenway

AD insists on six true home games in 2016. Read more at yahoo.com.

Steph Curry weighs in on transgender law

Davidson alum's statement more circumspect than league's sharp response. Read more at washingtonpost.com.

Friday sweep for ACC teams

Irish, Heels, Orange, Cavs advance to Elite Eight. Read more at santacruzsentinel.com.

Late Ducks 3-pointer generates controversy

Lip reader reviews dialogue. Read more at usatoday.com.

Tulane taps former NBA coach

Dunleavy to direct Green Wave. Read more at abc11.com.

UAB loses Haase to Stanford

Blazers won C-USA regular season. Read more at abc11.com.

Gregory era ends at Georgia Tech

Coach dismissed after 21-win season. Read more at cbssports.com.

Bearcats coach staying put

Mick Cronin re-commits to his alma mater after talks with UNLV. Read more at nbcsports.com.

For a more extensive compilation of headlines from ECU and beyond, visit Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...

FRIDAY, MAR. 25, 2016

Browns sign RGIII

Cleveland may still draft QB. Read more at cbssports.com.

NFL clung to flawed concussion research

League-backed reports downplayed dangers of head injuries. Read more at foxnews.com.

Kevin Turner loses battle with ALS

Alabama standout played for Patriots, Eagles. Read more at espn.com.

Former Raven gets jail time in death of dog

Cody sentenced to nine months. Read more at usatoday.com.

Calipari expecting mass exodus

NBA enticing Wildcats. Read more at yahoo.com.

Martin twins leaving Wolfpack

State has holes to fill. Read more at wralsportsfan.com.

NASCAR issues fines

Kyle Busch to pay for missing media session. Read more at nbcsports.com.

Tallent finally gets gold

Russian loses medal for doping. Read more at ap.org.

For a more extensive compilation of headlines from ECU and beyond, visit Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...

THURSDAY, MAR. 24, 2016

Goodell: Pats won't get draft picks back

NFL commissioner has wide-ranging press conference after owners' meeting. Read more at usatoday.com.

NFL approves nine rule changes

Ejections and touchbacks affected by committee's actions . Read more at usatoday.com.

Saints show faith in Payton

Coach gets five-year extension, raise to $9 million annually. Read more at yahoo.com.

Twitter-nasty wife got player cut

Dolphins owner cites toxic online rants of Brent Grimes' spouse. Read more at nypost.com.

Aaron Rodgers discusses UFO encounter

Packers QB recounts 2005 incident in New Jersey. Read more at yardbarker.com.

Keyshawn Johnson Jr. commits to Huskers

Four-star son of former Southern Cal star turns down Trojans, Alabama, Clemson, Ohio State. Read more at campusinsiders.com.

Nike made mistakes in wooing Curry

Warriors guard bringing business to Under Armour. Read more at espn.com.

Laettner speaks up for Allen

Former Duke star says treatment 'a little unfair.' Read more at usatoday.com.

Barber leaving State

Point guard pursuing NBA career. Read more at wralsportsfan.com.

Joe Garagiola succumbs

Player turned broadcasting icon was 90. Read more at cbssports.com.

A-Rod announces retirement plans

Says 2017 will be his final season. Read more at nbcsports.com.

Rays' quick trip to Cuba has tardy return

Plane stuck on runway for six hours before departure to Florida. Read more at wralsportsfan.com.

Another fine mess for NASCAR

Kyle Busch, Danica Patrick face punishment for outbursts. Read more at sportingnews.com.

Jason Day has back issue

Seeks therapy after rallying in match play. Read more at ap.org.

For a more extensive compilation of headlines from ECU and beyond, visit Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...

WEDNESDAY, MAR. 23, 2016

NFL amends rules

Chop block outlawed. Read more at cbssports.com.

Morris moving from Redskins to rivals

Sources say RB has two-year deal with Cowboys. Read more at nbcsports.com.

Hancock reserves comment on potential playoff adjustments

ECU provides platform for CFP executive director. Read more at yahoo.com.

LeBron goes into playoff mode

Cavs star looking for teammates to follow. Read more at ap.org.

Price of Warriors tickets soars

Fans shell out up to $10,000 as Steph Curry's team threatens Bulls' record for wins in a season. Read more at vocativ.com.

Mutombo in airport during attack

Former hoops great reports he is fine. Read more at espn.com.

Underwood moves to Oklahoma State

Coach guided underdog Stephen F. Austin to round of 32. Read more at abc11.com.

President on hand for Rays game in Cuba

Landmark matchup signals improved relations. Read more at usatoday.com.

Cuban baseball in crisis

Defections to U.S. have gutted the communist island's teams. Read more at foxnews.com.

Notre Dame joining Big Ten – in hockey

Announcement of 2017-18 move expected in coming days. Read more at ajerseyguy.com.

For a more extensive compilation of headlines from ECU and beyond, visit Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...

TUESDAY, MAR. 22, 2016

Kraft asks for return of draft pick

Losing first-round choice was part of Deflate-gate sanctions. Read more at yahoo.com.

Fantasy sports firms halt NY operations

DraftKings, FanDuel stop doing business in state pending court ruling. Read more at buffalonews.com.

Ben Simmons makes departure official

Freshman of Year heading to NBA. Read more at cbssports.com.

Success profitable for ACC

League will realize at least $30 million from NCAA wins thus far. Read more at abc11.com.

Coach leaves Stephen F. Austin behind

Oklahoma State hires Brad Underwood. Read more at koco.com.

Jamie Dixon reportedly headed to TCU

Hoops coach leaving Pitt for alma mater. Read more at usatoday.com.

UNLV eyes Bearcats coach

Cincinnati grants Rebels permission to speak with Mick Cronin. Read more at msn.com.

Steve Alford returns extension

Says UCLA season didn't meet expectations. Read more at espn.com.

Cuban baseball in crises

Rays visit for exhibition today. Read more at ap.org.

Bolt says Rio will be his last Olympics

Sprinter wants to retire on top. Read more at nbcsports.com.

For a more extensive compilation of headlines from ECU and beyond, visit Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...

MONDAY, MAR. 21, 2016

ESPN deletes controversial Castro tweet

SportsCenter's praise of Cuban dictator's love of sports draws backlash. Read more at mediaite.com.

Richard Sherman doesn't like proposed ejection rule

Seattle corner criticizes Goodell. Read more at nbcsports.com.

Browns coach raves about RG3

Jackson calls ex-Redskins QB 'tremendous talent' after meeting. Read more at cleveland.com.

Akron player accidentally shoots teammate

Andrew Pratt mistaken for burglar upon unannounced 3 a.m. entry into apartment. Read more at yahoo.com.

ACC has record six in Sweet 16

Pitt only casualty thus far. Read more at cbssports.com.

Hield heats up for Sooners

VCU headed home with 85-81 setback. Read more at ap.org.

Spurs put clamps on Curry

Green not boasting after defensive effort on reigning MVP. Read more at usatoday.com.

Dirk not bad for an old man

Nowitzki scores 40 in OT win. Read more at yahoo.com.

Jimmie Johnson wins in home state

Harvick nipped in OT. Read more at wralsportsfan.com.

Day wins at Bay Hill

Birdie at 17, sand save at 18 close out Arnold Palmer Invitational. Read more at espn.com.

For a more extensive compilation of headlines from ECU and beyond, visit Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...

SUNDAY, MAR. 20, 2016

Manziel enlists Rosenhaus as agent

Released QB still has issues to resolve. Read more at usatoday.com.

Grizzlies' Barnes gets one-game ban

Suspension follows ejection, attempted confrontation. Read more at espn.com.

Jayhawks dance on

UConn falls to top seed, 73-61. Read more at nbcsports.com.

Hoosiers knock off Kentucky

Indiana uses 12-2 run. Read more at cbssports.com.

Duke holds off Yale

Blue Devils see lead dwindle but reach Sweet 16. Read more at wralsportsfan.com.

Blue Devils' Allen Cruz-ing

Duke soph denies resemblance to presidential candidate. Read more at yahoo.com.

Coach airlifted to hospital after bus overturns

Several members of Indiana high school basketball team injured. Read more at msn.com.

Day deals with wet conditions

Leads Stenson by two strokes in Palmer Invitational. Read more at golfchannel.com.

Teens climb out of golf course plane crash

17-year-old was piloting rented aircraft when engine reportedly failed. Read more at msn.com.

For a more extensive compilation of headlines from ECU and beyond, visit Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...

SATURDAY, MAR. 19, 2016

Colts paying tribute to Peyton

Jersey to be retired, statue planned. Read more at nbcsports.com.

Former NCSU player under investigation

Leak alleged to have directed fraudulent billing. Read more at usatoday.com.

Kings have problems

Karl likely out at end of season. Read more at cbssports.com.

Michigan State stumbles

15th-seeded Middle Tennessee stages stunner. Read more at wralsportsfan.com.

Upsets send tournament past Madness

Bedlam better describes the shaking up of brackets. Read more at usatoday.com.

Boeheim responds to critics

Syracuse knocks off Flyers. Read more at yahoo.com.

Scorer missed the point

Incorrect total will stand in women's game. Read more at ap.org.

LaRoche explains retirement

White Sox owner Reinsdorf reserves comment. Read more at espn.com.

Bees disrupt race preps at Fontana

Swarm takes over the flag stand before qualifying. Read more at msn.com.

Ex-boxing champ charged in pellet gun shooting

Kelly Pavlik has been indicted on felony charges in northeast Ohio. Read more at msn.com.

For a more extensive compilation of headlines from ECU and beyond, visit Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...

FRIDAY, MAR. 18, 2016

NFL looks to get tougher on game conduct

Two personal fouls would mean ejection. Read more at washingtonpost.com.

Chris Johnson takes one-year deal with Cards

Dolphins still searching for RB. Read more at cbssports.com.

EA Sports settles suit for $60 million

NCAA players portrayed in video games to be compensated. Read more at yahoo.com.

Noles have goals

FSU starts spring practice with aim of returning to national prominence. Read more at usatoday.com.

Ollie unbeaten as NCAA coach

Huskies rally to oust Colorado. Read more at ap.org.

Unmasked Plumlee gets untracked

Duke withstands UNCW upset bid. Read more at wralsportsfan.com.

Cal loses point guard

Wallace breaks hand in practice. Read more at espn.com.

For a more extensive compilation of headlines from ECU and beyond, visit Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...

THURSDAY, MAR. 17, 2016

Chris Johnson visits Dolphins

Former ECU back was injured with Cardinals last season. Read more at nbcsports.com.

Harbaugh responds to spring practice critics

Michigan coach calls complaints about Florida drills "fake outrage." Read more at campusinsiders.com.

Bobby Bowden records second hole-in-one

Former Noles coach aces again with 3-wood. Read more at yahoo.com.

Carmelo nixes Jackson coaching rumors

Rambis guiding Knicks on interim basis. Read more at usatoday.com.

Aldridge settling in with Spurs

Free agent making impact. Read more ap.org.

President picks Jayhawks

His Final Four includes Michigan State, UNC, Texas A&M. Read more at wralsportsfan.com.

Broken hand won't stop UALR coach

Beard punched board at halftime Sunday. Read more at espn.com.

Bonds can still belt 'em

Hitting coach wins Marlins HR derby. Read more at cbssports.com.

Ex-UFC fighter held on $1 million bond

Jason "Mayhem" Miller jailed after multitude of runs-ins with law. Read more at foxsports.com.

For a more extensive compilation of headlines from ECU and beyond, visit Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...

WEDNESDAY, MAR. 16, 2016

Football linked to brain disease

NFL acknowledges connection. Read more at wralsportsfan.com.

Baylor takes genetic approach

Bears evaluate players during conditioning on DNA level. Read more at usatoday.com.

Three in QB picture for Irish

Wimbush joins competition. Read more ar yahoo.com.

NCAA Tournament brings bucks

Raleigh expects financial impact from early matchups. Read more at wral.com.

Beware of hype

Cavs, Sooners labeled as teams to avoid. Read more at nbcsports.com.

Keatts, UNCW face Duke

Former Louisville assistant makes the most of transfers. Read more at abc11.com.

Coaching changes get results

Texas benefits, so does VCU. Read more at ap.org.

Pitino blames former staffer

Andre McGee abused authority. Read more at cbssports.com.

Mateen Cleaves accused

Former Spartans star facing sexual assault charges. Read more at espn.com.

For a more extensive compilation of headlines from ECU and beyond, visit Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...

TUESDAY, MAR. 15, 2016

A look at the field

All 68 entries previewed. Read more at espn.com.

Big 12 seeks atonement

UConn has momentum. Read more at wralsportsfan.com.

Stanford dismissing Dawkins

Program made just one NCAA appearance during his tenure. Read more at cbssports.com.

LSU fends off invitations

Ben Simmons likely headed to NBA. Read more at nbcsports.com.

Controversy accompanies Yale

Team supports Montague despite sexual assault allegations. Read more at usatoday.com.

Cal dropping assistant

Hufnagel implicated in sexual harassment investigation. Read more at yahoo,com.

Spieth deals with scrutiny

$22 million man a year ago faced with handling fame. Read more at ap.org.

For a more extensive compilation of headlines from ECU and beyond, visit Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...

MONDAY, MAR. 14, 2016

NCAA field is set

Monmouth, South Carolina among those excluded. Read more at usatoday.com.

Cavs get a No. 1 seed over Michigan State

Selection committee challenged by parity in college game. Read more at cbssports.com.

UConn claims AAC Tournament

Huskies assure NCAA berth by denying Memphis. Read more at nbcsports.com.

St. Joe's wins A-10 tourney

Hawks prevail despite ejection. Read more at yahoo.com.

Pitino to meet with NCAA in April

Cards sitting out of postseason on self-imposed ban. Read more at espn.com.

Harvick nips Edwards

Sprint Cup race has wild finish in Phoenix. Read more at wralsportsfan.com.

Schwartzel rallies to top Haas in playoff

His first win in U.S. since 2011 Masters. Read more at wralsportsfan.com.

For a more extensive compilation of headlines from ECU and beyond, visit Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...

SUNDAY, MAR. 13, 2016

No one claims Manziel

Former Heisman winner is free agent after clearing waivers. Read more at nbcsports.com.

Steelers' Bryant to check into rehab

Receiver facing indefinite ban. Read more at usatoday.com.

USM keeping tabs on Big 12 expansion

Golden Eagles hope to fill potential AAC vacancy. Read more at sunherald.com.

Warriors missing Iguodala

Ankle sprain sidelines swingman for two weeks. Read more at espn.com.

Seton Halls tops Villanova for Big East title

Pirates return to NCAA Tournament after lengthy absence. Read more at cbssports.com.

Kansas claims Big 12 crown

West Virginia falls, 81-71. Read more at ap.org.

Stony Brook finally arrives for big dance

Warney scores 43 for Seawolves. Read more at yahoo.com.

Pac-12 restricts transfers

Policy will screen players with problems at previous school. Read more at abc11.com.

Man arrested in connection with Iditarod crashes

Snowmobiler charged with plowing into two teams of mushers. Read more at msn.com.

For a more extensive compilation of headlines from ECU and beyond, visit Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...

SATURDAY, MAR. 12, 2016

Sanchez becomes a Bronco

Denver trades conditional draft pick. Read more at abc11.com.

Browns release Johnny Manziel

QB's personal issues impact career. Read more at cbssports.com.

Architect unveils proposed Redskins stadium

Glitzy facility would be surrounded by moat for kayakers. Read more at washingtonpost.com.

Okafor out for rest of Sixers' season

Former Duke center tears right meniscus. Read more at nbcsports.com.

Selection Sunday approaches

How many teams will make it from the American? Read more at usatoday.com.

Spartans blow past Buckeyes

Valentine scores 19. Read more at ap.org.

Mejia looking to clear name

Hurler plans appeal to lifetime ban. Read more at espn.com.

Prince Fielder dealing with sleep apnea

Slugger getting treated for disorder. Read more at yahoo.com.

For a more extensive compilation of headlines from ECU and beyond, visit Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...

FRIDAY, MAR. 11, 2016

Several teams want Kaepernick

Broncos among those interested. Read more at nbcsports.com.

Report: RG3 eyes perfect landing spot

Former Redskins QB wants to play for Los Angeles Rams. Read more at msn.com.

Brady's deal includes $28 million bonus

Base salary is $1 million. Read more at ap.org.

Manziel goes clubbin' in Hollywood

Johnny Football hits bars and strip joints for third straight night. Read more at tmz.com.

QB leaving LSU

Jennings was former starter. Read more at usatoday.com.

NBA ref Joey Crawford retires

Called a record 374 playoff games. Read more at yahoo.com.

Kings suspend Cousins

One-game ban apparently stems from conduct toward Karl. Read more at espn.com.

Harris happy as voice of Blue Devils

Started play-by-play duties in 1969. Read more at wralsportsfan.com.

Spieth struggles

Opening round in Valspar is a 5-over 76. Read more at cbssports.com.

For a more extensive compilation of headlines from ECU and beyond, visit Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...

THURSDAY, MAR. 10, 2016

Old Broncos QB must find new one

Elway has numerous options. Read more at yahoo.com.

Osweiler follows the money

Texans made better offer than Super Bowl champs. Read more at nbcsports.com.

Bear market for Trevathan

Addition strengthens interior of Chicago defense. Read more at espn.com.

Harbaugh endorses Judge Judy for Supreme Court

Next move is Obama's after Michigan coach's tweet. Read more at cbssports.com.

AAC teams on edge

Cincinnati, Tulsa, UConn rated among last four in. Read more at cbssports.com.

Losses add up for Deacons

Disappointing season tempered by indications of progress. Read more at wralsportsfan.com.

Cards are from 'show me' state

NL power not buying Cubs hype. Read more at usatoday.com.

Spieth feels pressure of expectations

Young star desires realistic balance to goals. Read more at ap.org.

For a more extensive compilation of headlines from ECU and beyond, visit Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...

WEDNESDAY, MAR. 9, 2016

Marlins, Braves to play at Fort Bragg

Matchup July 3rd will be part of base's Independence Day celebration. Read more at wralsportsfan.com.

Marlins under new management

Mattingly will count on Stanton. Read more at nbcsports.com.

Next stop for Mario Williams will be Miami

Two-year deal in works. Read more at usatoday.com.

Calvin Johnson calls it a career

Lions receiver set 15 NFL records. Read more at espn.com.

Gators duo suspended

Florida set to start spring ball. Read more at usatoday.com.

Futility ends at 0-19 for BC

Noles take first round ACC tournament win. Read more at yahoo.com.

Sponsors drop tennis star

Nike among those severing ties with Sharapova after use of banned substance. Read more at ap.org.

For a more extensive compilation of headlines from ECU and beyond, visit Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...

TUESDAY, MAR. 8, 2016

A look back at Nancy Reagan

Former First Lady and her association with athletics. Read more at yahoo.com.

Peyton Manning emotional at farewell

Super Bowl champ pays tribute to Unitas. Read more at cbssports.com.

Manning's secret folder tells all

Peyton's college strength coach reveals the makings of a legend. Read more at foxsports.com.

NFL teams address needs

Free agents provide means to fill holes. Read more at wralsportsfan.com.

Grimes may be through as Dolphin

Miami in the market for a corner. Read more at nbcsports.com.

CFP changes semifinal kickoff times

Semis an hour earlier, Orange Bowl moves to Dec. 30. Read more at usatoday.com.

Kentucky makes jump in AP poll

Kansas extends streak as ranked team. Read more at ap.org.

Erin Andrews awarded $55 million

Nashville jury finds stalker and hotel liable over nude videos. Read more at tennessean.com.

Sharapova failed drug test

Length of suspension to be determined. Read more at espn.com.

For a more extensive compilation of headlines from ECU and beyond, visit Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...

MONDAY, MAR. 7, 2016

Peyton Manning bowing out

Super Bowl 50 triumph closed career. Read more at nbcsports.com.

Lakers stun Warriors

Outside touch eludes Curry, Thompson. Read more at cbssports.com.

Hoosiers go unbeaten at home

Maryland turned back, 80-62. Read more at yahoo.com.

Brogdon named ACC Player of the Year

Ingram, Larranaga also capture awards. Read more at wralsportsfan.com.

Keselowski emerges in Vegas

Driver's drought ends in rough conditions. Read more at espn.com.

Adam Scott wins again

Aussie overcomes final round glitches. Read more at usatoday.com.

Iditarod race starts

Seavey has won three of last four. Read more at ap.org.

For a more extensive compilation of headlines from ECU and beyond, visit Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...

SUNDAY, MAR. 6, 2016

Source says knife inconsistent with killings

Forensic testing to be done on weapon found at Simpson's former residence. Read more at nbcsports.com.

Lovie Smith reportedly in line for Illini job

School dismisses Cubit. Read more at cbssports.com.

Yale makes NCAA field

Bulldogs end 54-year drought. Read more at usatoday.com.

UNC takes No. 1 seed for ACC Tournament

Pairings set for event in Washington, D.C. Read more at wralsportsfan.com.

Dubious double for BC

Eagles winless in football and basketball. Read more at yahoo.com.

Bo Ryan cleared of misuse of funds

Former Wisconsin coach traveled with girl friend during affair. Read more at espn.com.

Trump to take in golf

Doral is his course. Read more at ap.org.

Miesha Tate stuns Holly Holm

Reign of Ronda Rousey conqueror ends on 5th-round choke-out. Read more at nypost.com.

For a more extensive compilation of headlines from ECU and beyond, visit Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...

SATURDAY, MAR. 5, 2016

Police testing knife linked to O.J. Simpson

Weapon reportedly found in former residence of incarcerated running back. Read more at cbssports.com.

UTSA disputes cost of Coker's ouster

Answers hard to come by concerning school's financial obligation to fired coach. Read more at mysanantonio.com.

Rest takes precedence over record

Kerr addresses priorities for Warriors. Read more at nbcsports.com.

Duke gets Aussie forward

Jack White joining Blue Devils. Read more at espn.com.

Vols lose top scorer

Punter has foot surgery. Read more at yahoo.com.

No league losses for UConn women

AAC Tournament under way. Read more at ap.org.

Mejia alleges MLB conspiracy

Mets pitcher received lifetime ban. Read more at usatoday.com.

Tennis icon Bud Collins succumbs

Commentator was 86. Read more at abc11.com.

LSU gymnastics team stems Tide before record crowd

Tigers thrill 13,296 fans in the Pete Maravich Assembly Center. Read more at theadvocate.com.

For a more extensive compilation of headlines from ECU and beyond, visit Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...

FRIDAY, MAR. 4, 2016

Yankees not for sale

Forbes places club's value at $3.2 billion. Read more at espn.com.

Valuable Ty Cobb cards found

Total worth of paper bag contents could be over $1 million. Read more at nbcsports.com.

Panthers release DE Charles Johnson

Move will save big bucks under cap. Read more at abc11.com.

Brady suspension still possible

Judges question players union attorney. Read more at ap.org.

Ole Miss QB taking responsibility as role model

Kelly focused on championships as senior. Read more at usatoday.com.

Curry could be to Under Armour what Jordan was to Nike

Warrior shooter's value to company in billions. Read more at cbssports.com.

Pitino plans to evaluate his future

Position at Louisville not certain. Read more at yahoo.com.

For a more extensive compilation of headlines from ECU and beyond, visit Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...

THURSDAY, MAR. 3, 2016

Flacco signs new deal with Ravens

Move frees up cap room. Read more at cbssports.com.

Auburn overhauls offense

Four quarterbacks competing. Read more at yahoo.com.

Carmelo Anthony responds to heckler

Knicks star says to ask owner for refund. Read more at nbcsports.com.

FIU suspends women's basketball coach

Player says he pursued her. Read more at usatoday.com.

Umpires go to school

Chance of making majors is slim. Read more at espn.com.

Tiger on the road back, working on short game

No time frame set for return. Read more at ap.org.

Tickets for Rio Olympics moving slowly

Sales expected to pick up as events near. Read more at wralsportsfan.com.

Sports Authority files for bankruptcy

Sporting goods retailer could shut down if it can't find a buyer. Read more at wsj.com.

For a more extensive compilation of headlines from ECU and beyond, visit Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...

WEDNESDAY, MAR. 2, 2016

Peyton Manning exploring options

QB may not be ready to retire. Read more at cbssports.com.

Bills unloading Mario Williams

Releasing Richlands, NC, product will lighten Buffalo payroll. Read more at nbcsports.com.

Panthers place franchise tag on Josh Norman

Corner, agent looking for contract for $14 million annually. Read more at espn.com.

Kirk Cousins in line for $20 million season

Redskins place franchise tag on former lowly-paid backup QB. Read more at apnews.com.

QBs enhance stock at combine

Summary of winners and losers at workouts for NFL draft. Read more at yahoo.com.

Wolverines loving 'spring break'

Michigan football team practices in Florida. Read more at apnews.com.

Harbaugh set to coach Detroit Tigers

Michigan coach will have stint as first base coach against Pirates. Read more at apnews.com.

Ivy League stopping tackling in practice

New regulations designed to reduce injuries. Read more at usatoday.com.

Minnesota's Pitino suspends three

Explicit video prompts response from Gophers coach. Read more at ap.org.

Yankees closer accepts 30-game suspension

Chapman's ban stems from incident with girlfriend. Read more at msn.com.

For a more extensive compilation of headlines from ECU and beyond, visit Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...

TUESDAY, MAR. 1, 2016

Tom Brady signs extension

Pats give QB two additional years through 2019. Read more at nbcsports.com.

Wife recounts Bart Starr's beating

Back issues continued to plague QB. Read more at espn.com.

UConn turns to Auburn for AD

Huskies choose Tigers COO David Benedict to success Warde Manuel. Read more at ajerseyguy.com.

Warriors' Green apologizes for tirade

Coach, Curry treat outburst as non-issue. Read more at cbssports.com.

Cloudy season for Suns

Owner accepts blame for struggles. Read more at yahoo.com.

Kansas back on top

Wild year in AP rolls on. Read more at wralsportsfan.com.

Fans cost Commodores

SEC fines Vandy $100,000 for storming court. Read more at ap.org.

Trade enraged Tulowitzki

Jays visit Rockies in June. Read more at usatoday.com.

For a more extensive compilation of headlines from ECU and beyond, visit Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...


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