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NUGGETS & BRIEFS FOR JUNE
2016
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UPDATED FOR SUNDAY, JUNE 12, 2016
Trump
wants sports stars on convention stage
Presumed Republican
nominee envisions a "winner's evening." Read more at
nytimes.com.
CBS parts ways with rules analyst
Carey didn't measure up to Fox
counterpart. Read more at
yahoo.com.
Green's trash talk draws reaction
from LeBron
Cavs star says business associate
'went overboard.' Read more at
nbcsports.com.
Barber works out for Hornets
Former State star feels his game will
fit in NBA. Read more at
wralsportsfan.com.
Mariners spend a draft pick on
Griffey Jr.'s son
Trey Griffey is a football player.
Read more at
cbssports.com.
NCAA
Super Regional scoreboard
Saturday's scores,
Sunday's matchups. Read more at
ncaa.com.
Berger keeps St. Jude's lead
One-under par 69 good for one-shot
advantage. Read more at
wralsportsfan.com.
Creator wins Belmont by nose
Stretch run takes final jewel of
Triple Crown. Read more at
wralsportsfan.com.
'Super
bacteria' found in Olympic venues
Studies heighten
concern that Rio's waterways are unsafe. Read more at
reuters.com.
Emotions overflow at European
soccer tournament
Russian fans go on offensive after
draw with England. Read more at
espnfc.com.
For a more extensive
compilation of headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...
SATURDAY, JUNE 11, 2016
Panthers secondary connects with fans
Defensive backs make
event in Winnsboro, S.C. Read more at
usatoday.com.
Eagles receiver Agholor accused on assault
Dancer at strip club
alleged victim. Read more at
washingtonpost.com.
Problems persist at Baylor
Grobe involved in
situation with transfer. Read more at
nbcsports.com.
Wisconsin's schedule rated toughest
USC Trojans face
challenges, too. Read more at
cbssports.com.
Stanton's hardest hit ball results in double play
Statcast data provides
new insights. Read more at
nbcsports.com.
NCAA
Super Regional scoreboard
Friday's scores,
Saturday's matchups. Read more at
ncaa.com.
Gordie Howe passes away
Mr. Hockey was 88, died
of 'old age.' Read more at
wralsportsfan.com.
U.S.
Open pairings announced
Spieth playing with
Zach Johnson, DeChambeau. Read more at
espn.com.
Fan
pulls gun on pro wrestler
Georgia woman arrested
after her temper gets the best of her. Read more at
foxnews.com.
For a more extensive
compilation of headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...
FRIDAY, JUNE 10, 2016
Cam
has learned from post-Super Bowl silence
Panthers QB has
evaluated feedback. Read more at
abc11.com.
Florida names field after Spurrier
Former QB guided Gators
to national crown. Read more at
cbssports.com.
No
Love lost for Cavs
Lue got production from
Jefferson in game three turnaround. Read more at
nbcsports.com.
Former Yale captain suing school
Montague expelled over
alleged sexual assault. Read more at
usatoday.com.
Machado, Ventura plan appeals
Ban lengths vary,
pitcher gets nine games. Read more at
espn.com.
NCAA
Super Regional scoreboard
Friday's matchups, game
times, TV channels and scores. Read more at
ncaa.com.
Phillies use top pick on high school outfielder
Mickey Moniak goes No.
1 in MLB draft. Read more at
ap.org.
NASCAR keeps turning screws on lug nut rules
Parade of crew chiefs
hit with suspensions and fines. Read more at
sportingnews.com.
Bolt
could be stripped of relay medal
Teammate tested
positive for prohibited substance in 2008. Read more at
yahoo.com.
For a more extensive
compilation of headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...
THURSDAY, JUNE 9, 2016
Mickelson: U.S. Open venue 'hardest'
Pros get a look at what
major has in store. Read more at
cbssports.com.
Thai
player takes Woods' spot
First alternate joins
Oakmont field. Read more at
msn.com.
Aaron
Hernandez hires new defense team
Former Patriot yet to
face additional murder charges. Read more at
espn.com.
LeBron powers Cavs to rout of Warriors
Cleveland dominates on
home floor to pull within a game in Finals. Read more at
usnews.com.
Warriors have eight free agents
Roster could change
significantly for next season. Read more at
usatoday.com.
Hoops
attendance down slightly
Terps show fan
increase. Read more at
yahoo.com.
Tar
Heels play Kentucky in Hawaii
Indiana hosting UNC in
ACC/Big Ten challenge. Read more at
wralsportsfan.com.
Machado offered free crabs for life after brawl
Restaurant ponies up
food for tangling with Royals pitcher. Read more at
thepostgame.com.
Sharapova gets two-year ban
She plans appeal but
likely out of Olympics. Read more at
nbcsports.com.
For a more extensive
compilation of headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 8, 2016
Law
enforcement looking into erroneous Goodell tweet
Hacker responsible for
saying commissioner was dead. Read more at
ap.org.
College football to open in Australia
Cal and Hawaii meet
Down Under. Read more at
usatoday.com.
No
Love for Cavs
Concussion creates
uncertainty in Cleveland lineup. Read more at
msn.com.
Team
USA waits on LeBron
Decision will impact
competitive strength in Rio . Read more at
wralsportsfan.com.
NBA
refs oppose publicized evaluations
Missed calls exposed in
crucial situations. Read more at
nbcsports.com.
Kentucky has another Calipari
Wildcats add coach's
son to roster. Read more at
yahoo.com.
5-star guard may play overseas
Ferguson has signed
with Arizona. Read more at
247sports.com.
NCAA
baseball scoreboard
Regional scores and
super regional schedules. Read more at
ncaa.com.
Ken
Griffey Jr. plays it loose on the golf course
Hall of Famer delivers
thunderous drives, lightning one-liners. Read more at
seattletimes.com.
Tiger
to miss U.S. Open
Woods not physically
ready for return. Read more at
abc11.com.
Unlike Ali, a fellow boxer went to war
Pal of Joe Frazier and
Olympic medalist Bob Carmody went down for the count in Vietnam. Read
more at
newsday.com.
Kimbo
Slice dies of heart failure
Mixed martial arts
fighter was in need of transplant. Read more at
espn.com.
For a more extensive
compilation of headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...
TUESDAY, JUNE 7, 2016
Lynch
ruling out return
Former Seahawk says
he's done. Read more at
nbcsports.com.
Harbaugh trying to comply
Michigan coach notes
high degree of focus on football. Read more at
espn.com.
Teaff
brought Grobe to Baylor
Character to be
cornerstone as Bears go forward. Read more at
yahoo.com.
Curry
to skip Olympics
Warriors star to let
knee mend. Read more at
cbssports.com.
LeBron takes blame
Game two blowout put
Cavs in 0-2 hole. Read more at
usatoday.com.
NCAA
baseball scoreboard
Regional scores and
schedules from around the country. Read more at
ncaa.com.
Kurt
Busch conserves way to victory
Dale Jr. second in
postponed Pocono race.
msn.com.
Ali
planned his farewell in detail
Minor revisions made in
final hospital stay. Read more at
ap.org.
For a more extensive
compilation of headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...
MONDAY, JUNE 6, 2016
Ali
unable to speak in final days
Former wife reflects on
life with boxing great. Read more at
msn.com.
Talib
sustains shooting wound
Broncos DB released
from hospital after bullet creases leg. Read more at
ap.org.
Big
12 'expansion' takes different angle
Title game on course
but new teams, new TV network lack support. Read more at
msn.com.
Warriors overwhelm Cavs in Game 2
Golden State moves
within two wins of repeat title. Read more at
msn.com.
Marlins' Fernandez controls Mets
Strikeout total reaches
14 in seven innings. Read more at
cbssports.com.
Diamondbacks end Arietta's streak
Cubs ace dealt first
loss in 24 regular-season starts. Read more at
nytimes.com.
Carl
Crawford gets costly
Dodgers designate
slumping outfielder for assignment. Read more at
espn.com.
Bumgarner makes pitch for Home Run Derby
Bochy not on board.
Read more at
usatoday.com.
NCAA
baseball scoreboard
Regional scores and
schedules from around the country. Read more at
ncaa.com.
Pocono race postponed
Wet conditions lead to
noon start today. Read more
yahoo.com.
McGirt wins Memorial in playoff
First win comes on
second playoff hole. Read more at
wralsportsfan.com.
Djokovic completes career slam
Murray topped in
four-set French final. Read more at
nbcsports.com.
For a more extensive
compilation of headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...
SUNDAY, JUNE 5, 2016
Ali's
passing revives memories of 'Thrilla'
Ali Mall stands near
location of TKO of Joe Frazier. Read more at
wralsportsfan.com.
Septic shock caused Champ's death
Funeral set for
Louisville. Read more at
cbssports.com.
Westbrook cites Thunder's mental toughness
Klay Thompson stepped
up in game six for Golden State. Read more at
nbcsports.com.
Cavs
facing adversity
Is Eastern Conference
inferior? Read more at
ap.org.
Padres deal Shields to White Sox
Trade strengthens
Chicago's pennant potential. Read more at
yahoo.com.
Court
blocks strike by U.S. women's soccer team
Judge rules team has no
right to strike over conditions and pay. Read more at
foxnews.com.
Muguruza wins women's French final
Serena falls, 7-5, 6-4.
Read more at
usatoday.com.
Winning Preakness jockey in alcohol rehab
Desormeaux plans to
ride in Belmont. Read more at
espn.com.
For a more extensive
compilation of headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...
SATURDAY, JUNE 4, 2016
Big
12 will play championship game in 2017
League likely going to
two divisions of five teams each. Read more at
cbssports.com.
Grad
transfers become college version of free agents
Players seek more
promising situations. Read more at
wralsportsfan.com.
Alabama, Michigan to work camps together
National powers to be
represented at ODU after twitter conflict. Read more at
yahoo.com.
Memphis coach takes different approach
Norvell puts accent on
cuisine. Read more at
usatoday.com.
Grobe
retaining Briles' assistants
Baylor interim coach
indicates assistants were not implicated in school's mishandling of
sexual assault scandal. Read more at
msn.com.
NBA
commissioner speaks out
Silver wants to stop
'Hack-a-Shaq,' defends two-minute reports. Read more at
nbcsports.com.
Cavs
pass on pricey tickets
Cost virtually doubles
from last year to $1,300 per seat. Read more at
abc11.com.
Vandy
pitcher drowns
Freshman Everett was
19. Read more at
msn.com.
Murray maintains poise
Djokovic awaits in
French final. Read more at
espn.com.
Muhammad Ali dies at 74
Three-time heavyweight
boxing champ had been hospitalized in Phoenix with respiratory problems.
Read more at
ap.org.
For a more extensive
compilation of headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...
FRIDAY, JUNE 3, 2016
Big
12 vote denies Mayfield
Action could lead to
graduate transfer for Sooners QB. Read more at
cbssports.com.
Big
12 expansion compromise proposed
Columnist pushes for
football-only invites for BYU, UConn. Read more at
ajerseyguy.com.
Briles comments
Former Baylor coach
would have done things differently. Read more at
nbcsports.com.
Warriors take Game 1 of Finals
Shaun Livingston scores 20 off the
bench to pace win over Cavs. Read more at
abcnews.com.
D'Antoni to direct Rockets
Three-year deal worth
$15 million. Read more at
espn.com.
Ali
hospitalized
Stay expected to be
brief. Read more at
wralsportsfan.com.
McIlroy changes grip
Left hand low no more.
Read more at
usatoday.com.
Rio
officials take positive outlook
Hosts say potential
problems will be resolved. Read more at
ap.org.
USA
cyclist not chancing Zika
Withdrawal related to
wife's pregnancy. Read more at
yahoo.com.
For a more extensive
compilation of headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...
THURSDAY, JUNE 2, 2016
Repercussions continue at Baylor
Starr resigns
chancellor's post, football staffers leaving. Read more at
nbcsports.com.
Bears
losing recruits, too
Seven of 17th-rated
class requesting releases. Read more at
espn.com.
Baylor dismisses running back
Chafin charged with
assault after marijuana arrest. Read more at
yahoo.com.
Pro
Bowl reverting to old format
Game returning to
tradition of pitting AFC against NFC. Read at
msn.com.
Durant not planning free agent tour
Potent scorer looking
for right fit, ring. Read more at
cbssports.com.
Retirement not in Coach K's plans
Duke legend coming off
surgeries. Read more at
abc11.com.
Calipari wants SEC tourney moved to preseason
Kentucky coach's
concept would award NCAA tournament bid to regular season champ. Read
more at
espn.com.
Reynolds Coliseum undergoes renovation
Capacity reduced,
offices taking space. Read more at
wralsportsfan.com.
Lengthy ban for Byrd
Second PED offense nets
162-game suspension. Read more at
usatoday.com.
Bonds
regrets image as player
Home run leader fed
media wrong messages. Read more at
sportsonearth.com.
NASCAR suspends three crew chiefs
Coca-Cola 600
violations bring consequences. Read more at
espn.com.
PGA
Tour event heading to Mexico City
No sponsor for Trump's
Doral course. Read more at
ap.org.
Oregon
wins NCAA golf title in playoff
Raza's birdie putt on 3rd extra hole
finishes off short-handed Texas. Read more at
ap.org.
For a more extensive
compilation of headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 1, 2016
Will
Smith's BAC was excessive
Former Saint shot eight
times. Read more at
yahoo.com.
Lunjdquist doing one more season of SEC football
Brad Nessler will be
replacement after 2016. Read more at
msn.com.
Report: Big 12 expansion off the table
Conference can't agree
on which new schools to invite. Read more at
sportingnews.com.
Saban
disparages satellite camps
Tide coach compares
situation to wild West. Read more at
cbssports.com.
Harbaugh directs rebuttal at Alabama
Tweet offers reminder
of broken rules. Read more at
usatoday.com.
Baylor AD steps down
Move made to promote
healing of program. Read more at
nbcsports.com.
LeBron James not studying odds
Warriors favored to
defend title. Read more at
abc11.com.
Warriors looking to go back to back
Curry has come back
strong from injury. Read more at
ap.org.
Zika
virus concerns Pau Gasol
Bulls center may bypass
Rio games. Read more at
wralsportsfan.com.
Durant begins to ponder free agency
Thunder scorer will
consult inner circle. Read more at
espn.com.
For a more extensive
compilation of headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...
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