East Carolina

Carolinas/Region

Conference USA

February 28, 2011
Floral Design Day
National Tooth Fairy Day
St. Oswald of Worcester Feast Day

From Bonesville.net
-O'Brien: Pressing questions entering spring camp
-BVL Box Score: East Carolina 4, Virginia 3

From ecupirates.com
-ECU Tops 10th-Ranked UVa, 4-3
-Pirates Outlast Marshall, 48-44
-Pirates Defeat Campbell 6-0
-ECU Tied For Eighth At Kinderlou
-ECU In Second-Place At Seahawk Invitational
-Memphis Slips Past ECU, 4-3

From the Greenville Daily Reflector
-Senior Day survival
-Pirates ride Wright's arm to victory
-Paisley records 1000th career strikeout
Keith LeClair biography at Sheppard
-ECU Notes- 50-year career honored

ECU v. UVA Game 3 - Sunday February 27, 2011
WNCT

Pirates top No. 13 Cavs in baseball
Raleigh News & Observer

Four-Run Second Inning Lifts ECU to 4-3 Win over No. 10 Cavaliers
virginiasports.com

Virginia loses to ECU, 4-3
Charlottesville Daily Progress

Cavs take two of three
University of Virginia The Cavalier Daily

East Carolina wins series finale at Virginia
College Baseball Insider

Pirates sink Marshall women
MU The Parthenon

The Josh Pastner Show- February 27th, 2011
  Preview of the tigers games for next week, which include a road trip to East Carolina, and the home finale with Tulane.
myfoxmemphis.com

February 27, 2011
Academy Awards
Orthodox Meatfare Sunday (Christian Orthodox)

From Bonesville.net
-BVL: Pirates clip Owls, close in on winning season
-BVL Box Score: Virginia 4, East Carolina 3

From ecupirates.com
-Three-Ball Helps ECU Knock Out Rice
-ECU Rolls With 9-0, 8-0 Wins
-ECU Drops Game Two To UVa, 4-3
-ECU Sweeps Women's Tennis Doubleheader
-Pirate Men's Tennis Defeats Richmond, 4-2

From the Greenville Daily Reflector
-Pirates pepper Owls from the perimeter
-ECU baseball drops second straight to Cavs
-Spivey's magic touch

East Carolina buries 14 treys to beat Rice men 71-68
Houston Chronicle

East Carolina 71, Rice 68
ESPN (AP)

Recap- Rice vs. East Carolina
Myrtle Beach Sun News (Sports Network)

No. 10 Cavaliers Pull Out 4-3 Win over East Carolina
virginiasports.com

Rice, Hawai'i Win Conference USA
CollegeSwimming.com

Hofstra softball fights through ECU tournament
Hofstra University Hofstra Chronicle

February 26, 2011
For Pete's Sake Day
International Sword Swallowers Day
Open That Bottle Night
Anniversary - Grand Canyon National Park
Birthday - Buffalo Bill (frontiersman)
Birthday - Johnny Cash (singer)
Birthday - Levi Strauss' Birthday (jeans)

BVL Box Score: Virginia 10, East Carolina 1
Bonesville.net

From ecupirates.com
-ECU Visits Rice In Season's Only Meeting
-Butts Wins Conference USA High Jump Title
-Attila Kiraly Claims C-USA Men's 400 IM Title
-Lady Pirates Come Back To Top Towson 6-5
-No. 10 Virginia Rolls Past ECU, 10-1
-Baseball Gameday Central
-Furman Halts Lady Pirates' Win Streak, 5-2
-Men's Tennis Dismisses The Citadel, 5-2

From the Greenville Daily Reflector
-Pirates take on Rice in Houston
-Cavs rough up East Carolina in opener
-ROUNDUP- ECU softball comes back to beat Towson
-ECU to purchase Stratford Arms

UVA rolls over East Carolina in Series Opener
WNCT

No. 10 Virginia rolls past ECU
Kinston Free Press

Hultzen, No. 10 Cavaliers Roll Past East Carolina, 10-1
virginiasports.com

Cavs crush Pirates in series opener
Charlottesville Daily Progress

Hultzen Leads with Arm and Bat as #10 Cavaliers Rout East Carolina 10-1
NBC 29 News

ECU Chancellor Warns Students Not To Be Abusive To Visitors
WITN

C-USA Offer For S Ronald Geohaghan
  "I just got an offer from East Carolina. Coach Clay McGuire offered me"
scout.com

February 25, 2011
Pistol Patent Day

From Bonesville.net
-Myatt: Sweep confirmed potential
-Myatt: Emotions high for UTEP

From ecupirates.com
-A Message To The ECU Student Body
  The actions of a few have once again tarnished the hard work accomplished by so many people
-Lady Pirates Turn Back Tulsa, 65-55
-Jenna Stewart Wins 50 Free Title
-Baseball Gameday Central
-ECU-UVA Opener Pushed Back
-East Carolina Rolls Past Presbyterian, 7-0

From the Washington Daily News
-Test time for ECU
-Belhaven welcomes Packer�s Wilson

TU women fall at East Carolina
Tulsa World

From virginiasports.com
-No. 10 Cavaliers Welcome East Carolina for Three-Game Series
-Friday Virginia-ECU Baseball Game Moved to 5 p.m. Start

Pirates visit No. 10 UVa
Jacksonville Daily News

From the Greenville Daily Reflector
-Top-10 Cavs await ECU (sub req'd)
-Seniors lead Pirates past Hurricane
-C-USA reprimands Floyd for outburst

UTEP Coach Floyd Reprimanded By Conference
WITN

Cavs ready to start series with ECU
Charlottesville Daily Progress

ECU @ Virginia Series Preview
PaintItPurple.net

Preview- Wild weekend ahead
perfectgame.org

Pirates Shutdown Miners
The East Carolinian

NFL QB David Garrard visits with NC National Guard
WLOS

February 24, 2011
Gregorian Calendar Day
Introduce a Girl to Engineering Day
National Chili Day
National Personal Chef Day

Pirates keep UTEP out of first-place
Bonesville.net

From ecupirates.com
-Pirates Take Down UTEP, 83-76
-Lady Pirates Return Home To Face Tulsa

Women's college basketball- TU at East Carolina
Tulsa World

Abrams Scores 25, East Carolina Beats UTEP 83-76
WITN

From WNCT
Pirates Slip by UTEP for 6th League Win
Belhaven welcomes Wilson home following Super Bowl win

From the Greenville Daily Reflector
-Pirates dig out a win
-Red Cross drive seeks heroes
-Belhaven welcomes back hometown hero Wilson (sub req'd)

Emotions high as Pirates hold off UTEP
Kinston Free Press

Jury still out on new bats
Raleigh News & Observer

From the El Paso Times
-UTEP men's basketball teched off- 5 technicals, 2 ejections, 1 loss
-Miners' "ultra-mind-game plan" doesn't work

Floyd, Johnson Ejected From Miners Loss at East Carolina
KTSM News Channel 9

Recap- East Carolina vs. Texas-El Paso
Kansas City Star (Sports Network)

East Carolina 83, UTEP 76
ESPN (AP)

Keeping Up With Bracy
  Bracy also has great relationship with East Carolina's special teams staff assistant Ryan Dougherty. �He was our special teams coach,� he said. �He was a kicker at East Carolina and ...
superprep.com (sub req'd)

From the Bleacher Report
-David Vs. Goliath- The Top Ten Non-BCS Vs. BCS Matchups Of 2011
-More Than One Ugly Duckling- Oregon and The 20 Worst College Football Uniforms

February 23, 2011
Curling Is Cool Day
Inconvenience Yourself Day
Iwo Jima Day

From ecupirates.com
-Pirates Look To End Slide Against UTEP
-Pennsylvania Hall of Fame To Induct Connors

ECU looks to end skid
Jacksonville Daily News

From the Washington Daily News
-ECU looks to snap skid
-Belhaven to honor Packers' CJ Wilson

From the Greenville Daily Reflector
-ECU still in search of sixth C-USA win
-Pirates make adjustments at plate
-Former Conley star lifts ECU softball
-Former diamond athletes switch to javelin (sub req'd)

Pirates Set To Host UTEP Wednesday
WNCT

UTEP with a quick turnaround at East Carolina Wednesday
KTSM News Channel 9

UTEP men's basketball- After home loss, Miners need win at E. Carolina
El Paso Times

Miners Seeking Bounce-Back Effort at East Carolina
utepathletics.com

NFL scouting combine will feature 30 players from Georgia
Atlanta Journal Constitution (blog)

Local players make Jordan Brand Classic all-star game
Charlotte Observer

'Today' gives paralyzed Beach native a home makeover
Norfolk Virginian-Pilot

Knightdale bride paralyzed before wedding
WRAL

Greenville police charge son with killing father
Raleigh News & Observer

Are pirates too glorified in our culture?
Chicago Sun-Times

February 22, 2011
Single-Tasking Day
Spay Day
Birthday - President George Washington (1st President)

From Bonesville.net
-Bailey: Defense emerges as a plus for Pirates
-BVL: Weekly College Baseball Polls

From ecupirates.com
-Riggs Leads Pirates To 5-4 Win
-Lady Pirates Hold Off Campbell, 4-3
-East Carolina Baseball Notebook (Weekly Recap)
-Women's Hoops Sets Dates For Team Camp

Pirates complete sweep of Penguins
Washington Daily News

From the East Carolinian
-Lady Pirates in search of NCAA bid
-Third-straight loss for men�s hoops
-Pirate nine sweep season opener
-Softball Holds off Hofstra

From WNCT
Pirates Slip by Hofstra in Softball
Pirates Complete Sweep Of Penguins, 10-0 Pirate Hurlers Record Second-Straight Shutout
-Connors to Speak at Greater Greenville Sports Club Luncheon

Top 25 Chat- Feb. 21
Baseball America

February 21, 2011
President's Day (US)
UN International Mother Language Day
Anniversary - Washington Monument Dedication

From Bonesville.net
-Batten: Arizona Western star fits just right at ECU
-BVL Box Score: East Carolina 10, Youngstown State 0

From ecupirates.com
-Pirates Complete Sweep Of Penguins, 10-0
-East Carolina Softball Calms Red Storm With 8-0 Win
-Pirates Stopped At UCF, 69-52
-ECU Tennis Rallies Past Appalachian State
-ECU Women's Tennis Aces Barton, 7-0

From the Greenville Daily Reflector
-Pirates finish sweep of Penguins
-ECU women drop third straight on the road

Pirates complete season-opening sweep
Kinston Free Press

Middle Innings Hurt Penguins as ECU Finishes Series Sweep
Youngstown State Athletics

Next Level- Baldwin Heads Back to Spring Training
Southern Pines Pilot

February 20, 2011
Hoodie-Hoo Day (Northern Hemisphere)
Pisces Begins
UN World Day for Social Justice
Anniversary - Closest Approach of a Comet to Earth

From Bonesville.net
-Box Score: East Carolina 1, Youngstown State 0
-Flowers, Golden Eagles overpower Pirates

From ecupirates.com
-Pirates Earn Saturday Sweep
-Softball Live Chat: Pirate Classic (2/20)
-Pirates Drop One to Golden Eagles, 72-55
-Younger's Single In Ninth Lifts ECU, 1-0
-Baseball Gameday Central

ECU wins dramatic duel
Kinston Free Press

Frantic finish for ECU
Greenville Daily Reflector

Pirates 'walk-off' with win over Penguins
Washington Daily News

ECU Baseball & Softball
WNCT

A day at the ballpark
Kinston Free Press

McCulloh Throws Six Scoreless as Guins Lose in Final At Bat
Youngstown State Athletics

Flowers makes another case for C-USA MVP
Jackson Clarion Ledger

Golden Eagles pound Pirates
Biloxi Sun Herald

Men's Hoops Dominates East Carolina behind Flowers' Career Night
southernmiss.com

Recap- Southern Miss vs. East Carolina
Kansas City Star (Sports Network)

Flashes Down St. John's In Saturday Split at Pirate Classic
Kent State University Athletics

February 19, 2011
Copernicus' Birthday (astronomer)

East Carolina 11, Youngstown State 3
Bonesville.net

From ecupirates.com
-Maness and ECU Impressive In Season Opener, 11-3
-ECU Set To Challenge Southern Miss
-Paisley Sets Career Strikeout Records In Split
-Baseball Gameday Central
-Softball Live Chat: Pirate Classic (2/19)

From the Greenville Daily Reflector
-Road swing takes ECU to Southern Miss
-Paisley sets strikeouts records
-Opening day dominance

Maness, Pirates cruise in opener
Jacksonville Daily News

ECU Rolls Past Youngstown State to Open Season
WNCT

Pirates ice Penguins in opener
Washington Daily News

Southern Miss Continues its Homestand against East Carolina
SouthernMiss.com

Golden Eagles eye 20th victory of season against East Carolina
Biloxi Sun Herald

Frosh Newbill adds spunk, rebounding to Golden Eagle lineup
Jackson Clarion-Ledger

Red Storm Takes Thrilling 9-Inning Victory Over ECU; STJ Edges Kent State
RedStormSports.com

Friday mailblog
ESPN (blog)

February 18, 2011
Great Backyard Bird Count (Feb. 18-21)
Perigean Spring Tides
Pluto Day
Snow Moon
Anniversary - Cow Milked While Flying

From Bonesville.net
-Myatt: It's time to ... Play Ball!
-BVL: ECU 2011 Baseball Schedule

From ecupirates.com
-Pirates Put Away Mustangs, 77-70
-ECU Hosts Pirate Classic
  Pirates Face Virginia and St. John's Friday
-Softball Live Chat: Pirate Classic (2/18)
-Baseball Gameday Central
-Live Chat- ECU vs. Youngstown State
-Paisley A Candidate For Lowe's Award

From the Greenville Daily Reflector
-ECU baseball gets into the swing
-Post play pivotal in Pirate victory
-Editorial- Young adults grow with city

From the New Bern Sun Journal
-Armed and ready
-Unheralded Pirates open today

ECU to host Youngstown State in baseball opener
WNCT

Maness to Start in ECU's Season Opener
Southern Pines Pilot

Baseball Opens 2011 Season at ECU on Friday
Youngstown State Athletics

Mustangs Fall 77-70 At East Carolina As Comeback Comes Up Short
conferenceusa.com

Softball hopes to keep hitting hot in tournament
University of Virginia The Cavalier Daily

February 17, 2011
My Way Day
National PTA Founders' Day
World Human Spirit Day
Random Acts of Kindness Day

Hurricane shipwrecks Pirates
Bonesville.net

From ecupirates.com
-Pirates Lose To Tulsa, 86-67
-ECU Opens Stadium With Bang, Tops UNCW 8-0
-2011 Baseball Outlook Part I
-UNC Greensboro Outlasts ECU 5-2
-ECU Welcomes SMU For Pink Zone Game

From the East Carolinian
-New stadium opens on a good note
-Baseball set to host Youngstown State
-In the ruck with club rugby

Pitching, defense will be key for Pirates
Washington Daily News

PROJECTED FIELD OF 64
Baseball America

From the Greenville Daily Reflector
-ECU softball beats UNCW at new stadium
-Pirates manhandled on the glass by Tulsa
-Editorial- Tuition hikes harm students

Video from WNCT
-Pirate Softball opens new stadium with big win
-Pirates Fall at Tulsa

From the Tulsa World
-TU plunders East Carolina, 86-67
-TU basketball notebook- Somber mood
-Victory gives TU hope for late-season surge

Recap- Tulsa vs. East Carolina
Raleigh News & Observer (Sports Network)

Audio from Pirate Radio 1250
2-14-2011   Guests: Billy Godwin
2-16-2011   Guests: Dr. Steve Ballard, Terry Holland, Jimmy Bass, Allen Thomas

February 16, 2011
Do a Grouch a Favor Day

Bradsher: New digs herald new era for ECU softball
Bonesville.net

From ecupirates.com
-The Pirates Hope To Ride Out Hurricane
-Pirates Set To Open ECU Softball Stadium
-Pirates Finish 14th At UCF Challenge

Pirates look to run under the radar
Raleigh News & Observer

From the Greenville Daily Reflector
-Pirates hit road for tilt with Tulsa
-ECU debuts new softball stadium today (sub req'd)
-Construction continues on facilities (sub req'd)

Pirates visit Tulsa
Jacksonville Daily News

Pirates seek more consistancy
Washington Daily News

Lebo off to solid debut with long-struggling ECU
WRAL (AP)

TU basketball experienced with close encounters this season
Tulsa World

Pirate Softball Stadium Opens Wednesday
WNCT

PROPOSAL- ECU Would Lose One Degree Program
WITN

2012 Intro- Quatrye Smyre
  Recently, East Carolina offered Smyre his first scholarship. �They're really cool up there,� Smyre said. �It's a cool program. I like the offense and I want to play receiver. �
scout.com (sub req'd)

February 15, 2011
Lupercalia
Mawlid Al Nabi (Islamic - The Birthday of the Prophet Muhammad)
Remember the Maine Day
Susan B. Anthony Day

Bailey: Winning season in hoops still within reach
Bonesville.net

From ecupirates.com
-Sherrod Shining In Final Season
-ECU To Think Pink Against SMU Thursday
-Volleyball To Hold Tryouts Feb. 23
-ECU's Struggles Continue At UCF Challenge

From the East Carolinian
-The Herd breaks loose in Minges
-Softball drops three in Georgia
-Lady Pirates mauled by Cougars
-Practice players help women�s basketball

February 14, 2011
Valentine's Day
Ferris Wheel Day
Mawlid Al Nabi (Islamic - Begins at Sunset)
National Donor Day
National Have A Heart Day
Race Relations Day
Anniversary - League of Women Voters
Admission Day (Arizona)

Peele: Fifty years later, Bucs still have big goals
Bonesville.net

From ecupirates.com
-Littman Tied For Sixth At UCF Challenge
-Cold Shooting Dooms ECU At Houston
-Pirates Fall To Maryland 3-1
-Pirates Split Matches In Norfolk

From the Greenville Daily Reflector
-Terps come back to beat Pirates
-Spivey reaches another milestone

UH women cruise past ECU on way to 11th straight win
Houston Chronicle

Marshall holds off East Carolina 78-65
WNCT

February 13, 2011
Employee Legal Awareness Day
Get A Different Name Day
The Grammy Awards
Madly in Love With Me Day

Too little, too late for Pirates
Bonesville.net

From ecupirates.com
-Pirates Fall Short Against Marshall, 78-65
-ECU Meets Houston In Nationally-Televised Tilt
-Pirates Close Weekend With Maryland
-ECU Drops 1-0 Decision To No. 3 Georgia
-Pirates Walk Off Winners Over Iowa

From the Greenville Daily Reflector
-Herd hampers Pirates
-Pirates split pair of 1-0 contests
-Security breach cases at 100-plus

Pirates find themselves in double trouble
Washington Daily News

Pitts, Herd handle Pirates, 78-65
Huntington Herald-Dispatch

Recap- East Carolina vs. Marshall
Kansas City Star (Sports Network)

The growth of small ball
Kinston Free Press

Seahawks twice face Pirates' club expected to bounce back from off year
Wilmington Star News (blog)

Brazilian swimmer makes waves at East Carolina
StandardNet

February 12, 2011
Darwin Day / Charles Darwin's Birthday (Theory Of Natural Selection)
Oglethorpe Day
Birthday - President Abraham Lincoln (16th President)

From ecupirates.com
-Pirates Look To Round Up The Herd
-Pirates Take On Iowa, No. 3 Georgia
-ECU Blanked By Illinois State 8-0
-Pirates Slip Past Lipscomb 1-0
-Pirates Set To Open Spring Season

From the Greenville Daily Reflector
-Pirates� fixtures- Gaines and Straughn (sub req'd)
-ECU splits games on opening day
-Frat suspended after ALE agents arrest 2

Pirates look to stay in thick of race
Kinston Free Press

Preview
PaintItPurple.net

Herd faces another big obstacle in ECU's Morrow
Charleston Gazette

Herd plays TV game Saturday
Huntington Herald-Dispatch

Herd Men Headed To East Carolina Saturday
West Virginia MetroNews

ECU & Other State Universities Increasing Tuition
WITN

February 11, 2011
Be Electrific Day
National Shut-In Visitation Day
Pro Sports Wives Day
Satisfied Staying Single Day
White Shirt Day
Birthday - Thomas Edison (inventor)

Myatt: Pirates still supporting Pirates
Bonesville.net

From ecupirates.com
-Pirates Roll Past Southern Miss, 91-67
-Limited Number Of Tickets Remain For Saturday
-2011 ECU Football Schedule Released

USC-ECU in opener here
Charlotte Observer

Pirates face tough schedule again
Raleigh News & Observer

ECU football schedule is out
Wilmington Star-News

From the Greenville Daily Reflector
-Pirates rout Golden Eagles
-Softball Pirates hit road for opener (sub req'd)

Lady Pirates Crush Southern Miss, 91-67
WNCT

February 10, 2011

Homepage Headlines
Bonesville.net

From ecupirates.com
-2011 Softball Outlook Part II
-Lady Pirates Entertain Southern Miss Thursday

Focus on rebounding for Pirates
Greenville Daily Reflector

From the East Carolinian
-Lebo looks to build another winner
-McPhaul, men�s golf excited for spring season
-Stronger Pirates expected from Connors

Former ECU star Wilson feeling 'Super'
Washington Daily News

D-backs honor McCullough, Haley with organizational awards
AZDiamondbacks.com

Virginia Tech Football 2011 Schedule- A Game-by-Game Breakdown
Bleacher Report

February 9, 2011
National Stop Bullying Day
Anniversary - Beatles's Appearance Ed Sullivan Show
Birthday - President William Henry Harrison (9th President)

Batten: Report Card: Recruiting class passes the test
Bonesville.net

From ecupirates.com
-Vliegen Earns C-USA Weekly Accolade
-Softball Live Chat: Red & Black Showcase (2/12)
-Diggin' Deep With ECU Volleyball
-2011 Softball Outlook Part I

Wilson a Super Bowl champion
New Bern Sun Journal

ECU's Connors- Unbridled passion
  It's rare for a director of strength and conditioning at a university to be so popular, but then Jeff Connors is rare himself.
Greenville Daily Reflector (sub req'd)

Review: Williams Arena At Minges Coliseum
arenafanatic.com

High aspirations for Granderson
Fredericksburg.com

February 8, 2011
Boy Scouts Day
Laugh and Get Rich Day
Birthday - James Dean (actor)
Birthday - Jules Verne (writer)
Extraterrestrial Culture Day (New Mexico)

Bailey: No. 23's Omaha dream lives on in Homan, Pirates
Bonesville.net

From ecupirates.com
-ECU To Host Nike Girl's Basketball Camps
-The Jeff Lebo Show To Air Tuesday And Saturday

Lebo, Pirates get week to rest some
WNCT

From the East Carolinian
-Sherrod leads Pirates over Knights
-New bats for the better
-Paisley poised to lead ECU in 2011 season

Rarefied air
  Several times in the last few weeks East Carolina men's basketball coach Jeff Lebo has talked about his team playing meaningful basketball in February
Greenville Daily Reflector (sub req'd)

February 7, 2011
Ballet Day
Wave All Your Fingers At Your Neighbors Day

From ecupirates.com
-Pirate Winning Streak Snapped At Memphis
-School Records Fall At Penn State
-Doubles Play Lifts GW Over ECU Tennis

Brittany Carter, University of Memphis women defeat East Carolina, 83-70
Memphis Commercial Appeal

February 6, 2011
Super Bowl XLV
Birthday - President Ronald Reagan (40th President)
Birthday - Babe Ruth (baseball)
Birthday - Bob Marley (musician)

From Bonesville.net
-Sherrod lights up Knights
BVL Audio: Billy Godwin, Austin Homan on No. 23

From ecupirates.com
-Pirates Post 68-61 Victory Over Knights
-ECU Concludes Dual Meet Season Victorious
LeClair's Jersey No. 23 Awarded To Homan
-Lady Pirates Blank Mountaineers 7-0
-ECU Shoots For Fourth-Straight Win At Memphis

Pirates hold on to beat UCF
Jacksonville Daily News

Sherrod a real hot shot
Washington Daily News

Sherrod fires up Pirates
Greenville Daily Reflector

UCF falls 68-61 at East Carolina, extending losing streak to seven games
Orlando Sentinel

Losing streak continues with 68-61 loss against ECU
Central Florida Future

Recap- East Carolina vs. U-C-F
Kansas City Star (Sports Network)

Sherrod leads East Carolina past UCF 68-61
WRAL(AP)

Super Bowl Q&A with Green Bay's C.J. Wilson
Kinston Free Press

Clinic teaches about baseball and life
Raleigh News & Observer

Memphis-ECU women's basketball preview
Memphis Commercial Appeal

Women's Basketball Game Notes
Memphis Official Athletic Site

February 5, 2011
Weatherperson's Day

From ecupirates.com
-Pirates Return Home To Face UCF
-2011 Football Season Tickets Now On-Sale

Pirates head home to face UCF
Washington Daily News

Pirates look for better shooting vs. UCF
Kinston Free Press

ECU looking to sweep Knights
Greenville Daily Reflector (Sub req'd)

UCF basketball poised to play East Carolina after unexpected delay
Orlando Sentinel

Signee Melvin Closes In On School Record
conferenceusa.com

Women's Basketball Back in Action Sunday
Memphis Official Athletic Site

ONLY ON 3- New Hanover alum Jay Ross soaking in Super Bowl experience
WWAY NewsChannel 3

Norman heads seven Central football signees
Lexington Dispatch

Two players removed from Ashbrook-Forestview game
Gaston Gazette

IFAF- USA Defeats The World 21-14 in Chiller Thriller in Texas
Boxscore News

College Fantasy Football- Scouting the 2011 Freshmen Running Backs
Bleacher Report

February 4, 2011
American Dental Association Give Kids a Smile Program
Bubble Gum Day
National Wear Red Day
Quacker Day
Rabi'I (Islamic - The Month of the Migration)
Birthday of the USO

From Bonesville.net
-BVL: C-USA School-by-School Recruiting Classes
BVL Audio: Coach Ruff Recruiting Remarks

Locker Room: Lincoln Riley, Brian North, Travis Ostrander
Pirate Radio 1250

From ecupirates.com
-Pirates Cruise Past Marshall, 61-43
-Soccer Adds Seven For 2011 Season
-Pirates Shooting 4-Pointers With Package
-Paisley Listed On ASA Top-50 Watch List

From the Greenville Daily Reflector
-Spivey breaks record in win
-Lackluster second half dooms ECU
-ECU student charged in crash

Pirates Cruise Past Marshall, 61-43
WITN

Marshall drops seventh straight at home to ECU
MU The Parthenon

MU women drop 7th straight
Huntington Herald-Dispatch

Former Wildcat, Pirate Ross' Super trip is strictly business
Wilmington Star-Mews

US Sports Camps Announces 2011 Nike Basketball Camp Schedule
Benzinga

Plenty of local products starting up their college baseball seasons
Shelby Star

Packers DE Wilson on Dealing With Cold Weather
WSJ MarketWatch

February 3, 2011
Chinese New Year
Four Chaplains Memorial Day
Rabi'I (Islamic - begins at sundown)

From Bonesville.net
-Myatt: Defensive help is on the way
-BVL: Thumbnails of ECU's 2011 Recruiting Class
-BVL: Second half drought sinks Pirates

From ecupirates.com
-NATIONAL SIGNING DAY
-McNeill's Signing Day Press Conference
-ECU Falls To SMU, 46-41
-Paisley, Jimenez To Take Part In Live Chat

MU women host ECU
Huntington Herald-Dispatch

Defense dominates as Mustangs rally by Pirates
Dallas Morning News

From the Washington Daily News
-Pirates get defensive
-On to the next level

Pirates welcome 27 in football
Kinston Free Press

East Carolina Pirates turn to Juco ranks for running back help
Fayetteville Observer

From the Greenville Daily Reflector
-Mission accomplished- ECU welcomes 27 new faces
-Ballard- University to face painful cuts
-Trio of Pitt athletes to play college football

SMU 46, East Carolina 41
ESPN (AP)

Recap- S-M-U vs. East Carolina
Kansas City Star (Sports Network)

Ross helping Packers prepare for Super Bowl
WECT-TV6

East Carolina Football Announces 2011 Signees
WNCT

Live@5: Ruffin McNeill, Allen Thomas
Pirate Radio 1250

Pirates focuses on defensive front in recruiting
Myrtle Beach Sun News (AP)

ECU focuses on defensive front in recruiting
Winston-Salem Journal

Saint signs with East Carolina
Suffolk News-Herald

Glover's love of the Pirates makes for an easy decision
Rocky Mount Telegram

Bison's White signs with ECU
American Chronicle

Ashbrook a busy place on signing day
Gaston Gazette

Local athletes sign in for college
Florida Today

Local High School Football Stars Sign for College
My Fox 8

Georgia Military College JC Football Signs Out 19 Players
13wmaz

College football recruiting class roundup
Asheville Citizen-Times

Pirates announce 24 member signing class
WRAL

Signing Day - East Carolina
Charlotte Observer

Scout.com Road to Signing Day Blog
scout.com

Pirates Illustrated Recruiting News
rivals.com

STATE OF ECU- Harsh Realities With Possible Budget Cuts
WITN

February 2, 2011
National College Signing Day
Groundhog Day

From Bonesville.net
-Bradsher: Recruiting punditry a slippery exercise
-Myatt: Lebo says it's not him vs. Doherty

From ecupirates.com
-ECU Goes TO SMU After Third Straight Road Win
-Varner Takes 10th At JU Invitational
-Simmons Named To Stopper Watch List
-ECU Sweeps Home Matches
-Lady Pirate Tennis Ready For 2011 Campaign

Pirates visit SMU
Kinston Free Press

Papa presents big problems for Pirates
Washington Daily News

SMU Mustangs on the upswing with C-USA race wide open
Dallas Morning News

ECU's Simmons on watch list
Jacksonville Daily News

From the East Carolinian
-U.B.E credit card scandal
-Pirate Briefs- ECU plans for the next 20 years
-Late-game rally seals win over Houston
-Lady Pirates hold on against UCF

Early impact- Keep an eye on these recruits
Charlotte Observer

Pirates to sign 20-25 players on Wednesday
WNCT

Pirates Prep For National Signing Day
WITN

At least 15 area athletes taking part in National Signing Day
Gaston Gazette

Signing Day marks end, beginning for athletes
Wilmington Star-News

CJ Wilson- Super Bowl Will Go 'Down To The Wire'
WCTI12.com

February 1, 2011
African-American Coaches Day
Freedom Day
Hula in the Coola Day
Robinson Crusoe Day
Working Naked Day

Bailey: Ruff on recovery trail
Bonesville.net

McNeil resting, gearing up for big week
WNCT

From ecupirates.com
-Auction Brings In Thousands For Cancer Fund
-ECU In Eighth At JU Invitational
-Pirates Set To Begin Spring Golf Campaign

Man on a mission
  Whitehead looks to get Pirates back to playoffs
Washington Daily News

ECU�s Marshall denied sixth year
Kinston Free Press

MBB- Hosts ECU on Wednesday At 7 pm, SMU Has Won 3 Straight
SMUMustangs

Foothill LB Afoa accepts UNLV's offer
Las Vegas Review - Journal

Sunday exclusive- Signing day may not end recruit's journey
The News-Press

February 28, 2011

From the Columbia (SC) State
-Season on the edge
  Coastal Carolina�s breakout season is in jeopardy because of lost players and an NCAA investigation
-Tigers� arms take apart Spartans

From the Raleigh News & Observer
-Tar Heels stake claim against Terps
-Canes weigh Staal's injury, possible trades

From the Charlotte Observer
-Gordon denies Kyle Busch, gets the win
-Former Tar Heel Quinn could be draft's sleeper
-Bobcats have no answer for Howard, Magic
-Making tournament IS important to 49ers
-CIAA crowds, dollars are flowing in

CIAA commissioner fell into job he loves
Winston Salem Journal

Hill, Bradley lead UNCW to win over West Virginia
Wilmington Star-News

Navy takes Freedom Classic
Kinston Free Press

From the Charleston (SC) Post & Courier
-Focus on recruiting highly rated in-state prospects pays off handsomely for USC
-USC tops S. Illinois
-Clemson raises question of sustainability by relying on imports for top-rated class

February 27, 2011

From the Charlotte Observer
-No. 1 Duke goes cold, upset by Hokies
-Davidson coach McKillop notches 400th win
-49ers fall to Richmond, may miss tournament
-Drafting DTs as No. 1 can be risky

From the Hampton Roads Daily Press
-Virginia Tech notches monumental win against No. 1 Duke
-Hokies get taste of show biz on ESPN's GameDay
-ODU overpowers William and Mary to secure No. 2 seed in CAA tournament
-U.Va. loses defensive composure in second half, falls to Boston College

From the Raleigh News & Observer
-Pack gets ball to Smith in win over Yellow Jackets
-Time may be short for Lowe
-Heel's Marshall specializes in passing

Big East football scheduling uninspiring
Charleston (WV) Gazette

From the Anderson Independent
-Tigers keep NCAA hopes alive with methodical 63-49 win over Wake Forest
-John Hinson hits 2nd-inning grand slam, David Haselden gets win

From the Charleston (SC) Post & Courier
-Gamecocks go ice-cold in loss to Georgia Bulldogs
-Cougars enter tourney on 2-game losing streak

From the Wilmington Star-News
-Cropper strong again as Seahawks snap four-game losing streak
-UNC-Wilmington rally falls short in loss at Northeastern

ODU's sports fund-raising wing gets a face-lift
Norfolk Virginian Pilot

Navy edges Air Force at Grainger
Kinston Free Press

February 26, 2011

From the Roanoke Times
-Bright lights arrive in Blacksburg
-Report- Hokies LB failed breath test

From the Norfolk Virginian Pilot
-Duke's Curry wanted to be a Hokie. The teams meet today
-Hokies player faces review after third arrest
-Ex-Salem star at Va. Tech faces DUI charge

From the Raleigh News & Observer
-Hurricanes power past Penguins; Staal hurt
-Lowe thinks Pack will fight back
-Duke's defense prolific
-UNC-CH's Little rues lost season
-Weslye Saunders admits to lying

From the Charlotte Observer
-Hokies facing bubble test vs. Devils
-Jordan offers no details, just hope
-Shorthanded Bobcats put away Kings
-49ers show little interest in Amato
-49ers face adversity, answer with a rally
-Dewhurst a starter for 49ers
-Tickets going fast for Charlotte NCAA games

ACC Weekend Watch
Fayetteville Observer

From the Wilmington Star-News
-UNCW basketball needs regular-season finale win for No. 7 spot
-Miscues costly in UNCW baseball loss to Marist

From the Charleston (SC) Post & Courier
-Dreams might come true at the Buc Dome
-USC's big lead was big enough

College baseball roundup- USC, Clemson earn victories
Spartanburg Herald-Journal

February 25, 2011

From the Charlotte Observer
-Rivera- Panthers need franchise quarterback
-Mediator says NFL, union make 'some progress'
-Jordan's Bobcats send Wallace to Blazers
-Bobcats donate Gerald Wallace to Portland
-Jordan's big gamble
-Wrapping up a wild day
-NASCAR should be state sport, students say
-Appalachian State tops College of Charleston

From the Charleston (SC) Post & Courier
-Mountaineers put end to Cougars' win streak
-Clemson freshman Kevin Pohle looks to induce ground balls with two-seam fastball
-Coming off Tommy John surgery, USC's Adam Westmoreland makes his return

From the Raleigh News & Observer
-Shot choices plague Pack in recent losses
-Skinner bold in 'dirty area'
-Hurricanes bring back winger Stillman

Navy, Air Force open series today
Jacksonville Daily News

Scalf hopes variety helps Seahawks in upcoming stretch
Wilmington Star-News

February 24, 2011

From the Raleigh News & Observer
-Heels muscle past determined N.C. State 75-63
-Pack left confused, desperate
-Devils drop Owls
-Canes face tough stretch of games

From the Charleston (SC) Post & Courier
-USC football star Garrett Chisolm has overcome unspeakable tragedy to make his late parents proud
-Butler USC's new special teams coach
-Senior guard Monroe does it all for Cougars

Appalachian State faces stern test with Charleston
Winston Salem Journal

Jeremy Timmerman's three questions
Aiken (SC) Standard

From the Hampton Roads Daily Press
-Former Virginia star Ralph Sampson deserves induction into hall of fame
-O'Cain is ready for pressure of new role at Virginia Tech

From the Charlotte Observer
-Panthers' No. 1- Cam? Fairley? Or 2% milk?
-Smith knows fractions can be huge at NFL combine
-Who will Bobcats keep, trade by deadlineWho will Bobcats keep, trade by deadline?
-49ers continue losing streak on the road

NCAA President Mark Emmert- No compensation for student-athletes
New Orleans Times Picayune

Upset bid falls short for UNCW men on Senior Night
Wilmington Star-News

Cassell full of Currys
Roanoke Times

Wake Forest coach sees improvements
Greensboro News-Record

February 23, 2011

From the Raleigh News & Observer
-Heels shoot for 10th straight win over Pack
-Tar Heels' Zeller is smart, steady
-No. 19 UNC-CH at N.C. State, 9 p.m
-Duke's strength has weakened
-No. 24 Temple at No. 1 Duke
-NCAA sanctions Calhoun
-Hurricanes can't finish off Rangers

Duke's strength of schedule weakened by opponents
Durham Herald-Sun

2011 schedule analysis- North Carolina at Chapel Hill
ESPN (blog)

College football recruiting- State's talent pool runs deep at rushing position
Fayetteville Observer

From the Charleston (SC) Post & Courier
-Muldrow's late 3 helps Gamecocks snap 5-game slide
-Energized Bucs beat Bulldogs- Warren, Sexton, Martin help CSU claim 3rd straight victory

From the Charlotte Observer
-Bobcats bury Raptors
-Panthers tag Kalil, hope to keep Johnson, Williams
-Day 5 of talks between NFL, union with mediator
-12th-place 49ers not out of A-10 berth

From the Norfolk Virginian-Pilot
-Virginia Tech head coach completes staff shake-up
-Texas quarterback commits to Va. Tech
-With Wake out of way, Hokies focus on Duke

From the Hampton Roads Daily Press
-Mike O'Cain to call plays for Virginia Tech
-Is Beamer risking Hokies' staff harmony?
-Questions about Beamer's staff shake-up at Tech

From the Winston Salem Journal
-No one knows what to expect in Daytona 500
-Virginia Tech clobbers Wake Forest
-Caltech ends 310-game conference losing streak
-Wake Forest baseball wins home opener

Cheap Seat - Felder's role not big, but he's always there
Wilmington Star-News

Farewell Shocker seniors
Kansas.com (blog)

February 22, 2011

From the Raleigh News & Observer
-Ticket policy changing for ACC tournament
-Duke reclaims No. 1 ranking
-Howell's status uncertain for Pack
-Hurricanes' unlikely duo of Corvo, Cole emerge as team leaders

From the Charlotte Observer
-Panthers play tag, but who's it?
-Newton ready to fully participate in NFL combine
-NFL, union exit from 4th day of mediation
-Batch at least sees some hope in labor talks

From the Charleston (SC) Post & Courier
-Cougs Claim SoCon- With NIT bid now secure, Charleston eyes 'bigger prize'
-Clemson Baseball- College baseball to honor Wilhelm

ACC honor hall will open just in time for fans
Greensboro News-Record

Doug Williams returns to coach at Grambling
Houston Chronicle

LSU baseball fans show appreciation to Wake Forest coach Tom Walter
New Orleans Times Picayune

Hokies can't afford to miss a beat to get into NCAA dance
Norfolk Virginian Pilot

UNCW baseball gets first big test at Coll. of Charleston
Wilmington Star-News

Don't count him out
Columbia (SC) State

February 21, 2011

From the Orlando Sentinel
-Trevor Bayne makes improbable run to win Daytona 500
-Not even NASCAR could have scripted Bayne winning Daytona

Daytona 500 belongs to Bayne, Wood Brothers
Charlotte Observer

Kobe Bryant leads West to NBA All-Star win
Fayetteville Observer

Blacksburg police arrest Eddie
   The reserve Virginia Tech basketball player is charged with marijuana possession.
Roanoke Times

McCoury helps Elon win series from NC State
Greensboro News-Record

Breaking Down The 2011 NFL Combine
College Football News

New Orleans Saints promote Tony Oden to role of secondary coach
New Orleans Times Picayune

From the Raleigh News & Observer
-Pack's loss to Terrapins dims hopes
-Duke puts ways Georgia Tech 79-57
-Devils could climb to No. 1

Duke rolls to win after tough start
Durham Herald-Sun

From the Anderson Independent
-Clemson shows grit, guile at Miami to keep NCAA bubble hopes alive
-Tigers bounce back, beat Eastern Michigan 5-1 to claim opening series

Old Dominion outperforms Cleveland State 74-63
Norfolk Virginian Pilot

From the Charleston (SC) Post & Courier
-C of C 'felt like home,' star says- Basketball standout spurned Tar Heels, other elite programs
-Cougars, Simmons endure senior's medical condition

February 20, 2011

From the Raleigh News & Observer
-Heels, Pirates win, Pack and Duke lose in baseball
-Tar Heels escape on Jackson's miss
-Tar Heels get a taste of zone defense
-Wolfpack tests Terps on road
-Today's game- N.C. State at Maryland
-Preview- Georgia Tech at No. 5 Duke
-Devils storm past slow-moving Canes
-Bowers drew inspiration from dad

Old style of racing is new again for Daytona 500
Greensboro News-Record

From the Charlotte Observer
-Winning pass- Better late than never
-Patrick leads briefly
-Fairley could be the one for Panthers
-49ers' theme- Beat me in Saint Louis
-Auburn tree poisoning suspect released from jail

From the Norfolk Virginian Pilot
-U.Va. breaks scoring slump, and Tech's heart
-TV exposure adds value for ODU
-Kyle's big day - done Kyle's way

From the Charleston (SC) Post & Courier
-Gamecocks routed
-'Boom Boom Boom'- Streaking Cougars blitz Vermont with 25-0 run
-Buccaneers crash the boards to overcome UNC Wilmington

From the Wilmington Star-News
-Charleston Southern runs past UNC-Wilmington
-Seahawks can't muster offense in loss to Jacksonville

West Virginia beats No. 8 Notre Dame 72-58
Charleston (WV) Daily Mail

From the Anderson Independent
-Eastern Michigan strikes early, hangs on for 7-6 victory over No. 4 Tigers
-Tigers face another crucial test at Miami

From the Winston Salem Journal
-FSU foils Wake Forest
-Mountaineers to start spring practices

A behind-the-scenes look at a mock NCAA selection
Houston Chronicle

February 19, 2011

From the Columbia (SC) State
-Secondary violations reported at Clemson
-USC turns page on title season

From the Charleston (SC) Post & Courier
-Clemson reports 9 NCAA secondary violations
-Cougars look to cool down Catamounts
-'Good day and good win' for USC

From the Raleigh News & Observer
-Canes channel spirit of ex-captain in victory
-Brind'Amour's decision to stay changed Canes
-UNC-CH's Henson feeds off rejection
-Coach K calls timeout TV interviews 'horrible'
-Wake Forest still pulls in the fans
-Ramsay's mom wouldn't quit trying to clear him
-Pack rolls in baseball opener

USC Upstate gets off to hot start, tops George Mason
Spartanburg Herald-Journal

Hot Hokies hope to repay struggling Cavaliers
Winston Salem Journal

Blue Devils head to China
Winston Salem Journal

FSU, Wake Forest heading in opposite directions
Winston Salem Journal

Racing against reality, Patrick sounds less certain
Charlotte Observer

February 18, 2011

Arrest in Auburn tree poisoning
Atlanta Journal Constitution

From al.com
-Auburn landmark Toomer's Corner trees poisoned (additional stories)
Toomer's Corner poisoned oak trees at Auburn University
-Toomer's Corner trees- Auburn professor says 'low probability' of saving oaks
-Toomer's Corner trees- University of Alabama distances itself from poisoning suspect
-Toomer's Corner- Court-appointed attorney wants off the case, citing conflict of interest
-Toomer's Corner trees- No shortage of vandalism in sports

From the Raleigh News & Observer
-Leslie, Wolfpack tame Tigers
-UNC-CH's Ramsay wins case

Wolfpack deal serious blow to Clemson's NCAA hopes
Anderson Independent

From the Charleston Post & Courier
-Gamecocks begin title defense
-Cougars Rip Rival- C of C secures bye for SoCon tourney

Tigers might turn to speed over power
Columbia (SC) State

Virginia Tech AD anticipates no more changes to football staff
Hampton Roads Daily Press

From the Winston Salem Journal
-N.C. State's O'Brien on a diet of cupcakes
-Mountaineers can't overcome turnovers
-A Daytona mystery

Duke ready for new home turf
Durham Herald-Sun

UNCW outfielder brings Cain-do attitude
Wilmington Star-News

Deaths climb as safety efforts lag at some tracks
Charlotte Observer

February 17, 2011

From the Raleigh News & Observer
-A victory worthy of congratulations
-Lowe turning to youth
-Sands draws on personal exploits
-Tar Heels hope to grow
-FSU's Fisher gets big raise
-Devils throttle Canes 3-2

From the Roanoke Times
-Devils stuff Cavs
-Beamer adds Brown to staff

Monarchs surge late in win over Georgia State
Norfolk Virginian Pilot

From the Charleston Post & Courier
-USC drops its fourth straight- Cooke's career-high night not enough for last-place Gamecocks
-College of Charleston at The Citadel- Bittersweet finale for Bulldogs seniors

From the Charlotte Observer
-Tragedy at Daytona prompts NASCAR changes
-Has ACC football championship found a home in Charlotte?
-Bobcats remove interim tag from coach Paul Silas
-49ers fall to Dayton, into tie for 12th in conference

Tigers beginning crucial stretch in march for NCAA bid
Anderson Independent

Crash sends Earnhardt to last in line at Daytona
Greensboro News-Record

NCAA is looking into Auburn's recruitment of Louisiana players
New Orleans Times Picayune

February 16, 2011

From the Raleigh News & Observer
-Croatian commits to Pack
-Pack adds Sands to football staff
-Blue Devils have plan for spring
-Blue Devils looking out for No. 3
-Canes closer to sale goal

Shane Beamer talks Virginia Tech national title
Hampton Roads Daily Press

From the Norfolk Virginian Pilot
-Lawmaker seeks ban of military NASCAR sponsors
-Hokies rally past Terps, keep tourney bid in view

UNC-CH pulls away late, beats Wake Forest 78-64
Winston Salem Journal

Spartans finish 0-7 vs. ACC
Greensboro News-Record

Hornets name Blount football coach
The News Journal

UNCW men wrestle Drexel for ugly CAA win
Wilmington Star-News

From the Charlotte Observer
-League, owners have Richardson's back
-Deng, Rose lead Bulls over Bobcats 106-94
-One on One with West Meck's Terrence Williams, a Charlotte 49ers recruit

Clemson moves past rough drafts
Columbia (SC) State

February 15, 2011

From the Raleigh News & Observer
-Big names highlight ACC football this fall
  UNC-Chapel Hill's toughest nonconference matchup figures to be a road trip to East Carolina on Oct. 1.
-Pack to be home in November
-Tar Heels look to regain touch
-Devils count on pitching, defense

From the Charleston Post & Courier
-The suspense is finally over- Clowney chooses Gamecocks
-Clemson football faces a tough early stretch

From the Charlotte Observer
-Courtship of Clowney ends on Valentine's Day
-Schedule analysis- Tar Heel football
-Richardson tagged as bully in negotiations

NFC East quarterbacks have major schedule advantage
NFL News

From the Roanoke Times
-Radford University suspends men's basketball coach
  Brad Greenberg will sit out the rest of the regular season after the school learns of NCAA violations associated with player Masse Doumbe
-Virginia Tech hires Shane Beamer as assistant

Preps: Morehead taps college ranks for next football coach
  On Friday, Morehead announced that former Kent State University football coach Doug Martin has been named the new head of the football program.
GoDanRiver.com

Career reflections, part 2: Brad Scott finds satisfaction working behind the scenes
Anderson Independent

Joe Montana's son to transfer to Montana
Houston Chronicle

Ten years after Earnhardt's death, racing still healing
Spartanburg Herald-Journal

February 14, 2011

From the Charleston Post & Courier
-The nation's top football recruit to announce his college choice
-A solid roster returns for a team looking to get back to Omaha

Mazey excited for top-ranked Horned Frogs
The Tribune-Democrat

From the Raleigh News & Observer
-Wolfpack feasts on Deacons
-Curry steps up for Duke in win over Miami
-Canes continue mastery of Thrashers

Smith carries Duke over Miami on K's birthday
Durham Herald-Sun

From the Winston Salem Journal
-Wolfpack dismantles Deacons
-Wolfpack's romp gives Sidney Lowe a reprieve

Hokies roll Georgia Tech 102-77; Hewitt ejected
Hampton Roads Daily Press

Junior stamps family name on 500 pole
Charlotte Observer

Former NCAA player's suit threatens video game makers
Houston Chronicle

February 13, 2011

From the Raleigh News & Observer
-UNC-CH freshmen come through in clutch
-Duke's Curry living the dream
-Canes shocked in OT
-Time is now for Pack, Lowe

Struggling Deacons, Wolfpack square off today
Winston Salem Journal

From the Columbia (SC) State
-Late plot twists favor Tar Heels
-A lesson learned for the Tigers
-Fans snap up USC season tickets

From the Charleston Post & Courier
-Gamecocks hope magic carries into 2011 season
-Cougars benefit from big group effort

Coastal Carolina tops Winthrop, has nation's longest win streak
Myrtle Beach Sun News

From the Charlotte Observer
-Jackson's buzzer-beater gives Bobcats historic win
-High line works out fine for Kurt Busch
-Dale Jr. on Dale- 'He carries his own weight'
-Gamecocks' game-tying attempt blocked by Bulldogs

Seahawks rally from 22 down to nip Towson in OT
Wilmington Star-News

Old Dominion dominates in Richmond with 70-59 win vs. VCU
Hampton Roads Daily Press

Redskin's Brandon Banks stabbed outside club
Norfolk Virginian Pilot

February 12, 2011

From the Raleigh News & Observer
-Strickland still getting the point for Tar Heels
-Big win started Pack's '83 run
-Recruit got Duke's best
-Miffed donor lets UConn keep his $3 million

Clemson seeks NCAA momentum against UNC-Chapel Hill
Spartanburg Herald-Journal

From the Wilmington Star News
-New bat rules could limit offense in college baseball
-ACC Insider - National media continues to sell N.C. State short

N.C. State fans must realize they're the ugly duckling
CBS Sports

All eyes on N.C. State coach Sidney Lowe
Fayetteville Observer

From the Charlotte Observer
-In NASCAR, fast starts don't always spell success
-Bobcats lackluster as Nets steal one away
-Wilderness back as starter for 49ers

February 11, 2011

From the Raleigh News & Observer
-Rival Devils, Heels push each other
-UNC-CH back still denies violation
-Pack falls in 4 overtimes
-TV deal allows for staggered starts in NCAA
-Powerful Flyers edge Hurricanes

From the Charlotte Observer
-Rivera brings energy, strong grip to Panthers
-Handicapping 49ers' conference options
-49ers dare to think big with football
-49ers' first FBS opponent- The Hokies

From the Norfolk Virginian Pilot
-Video- Have you seen this quarterback's tricks?
-Digital revolution reshapes auto racing
-Redskins mull moving their training camp

SEC leads the pack in college football attendance
Orlando Sentinel

College Football 2011 Predictions- 10 Upsets That Are Guaranteed To Happen
Bleacher Report

UNC @ Chapel Hill fined for violating out-of-state cap
The Daily Tar Heel

UNCW AD Jimmy Bass restructures Seahawk Club fundraising efforts
WWAY NewsChannel 3

College football recommends 10-second runoff rule for penalty at end of halves
Birmingham News

Jeff Capel Jr. still passionate about coaching
Fayetteville Observer

February 10, 2011

From the Raleigh News & Observer
-Duke rallies to defeat UNC-Chapel Hill 79-73
-Duke still is ACC's best team
-For Tar Heels, a game of growth
-UNC-CH's McAdoo loses appeal
-Bolowich resigns Tar Heel soccer post
-White a plus for Canes

ONE FOR THE BOOKS
Durham Herald-Sun

Miami beats Wake Forest
Winston Salem Journal

From the Spartanburg Herald-Journal
-No. 17 Florida too much for South Carolina from start
-Davidson stifles Dahlman, knocks off Wofford, 67-58

USC, Clemson fans should save their battles for when they matter
Anderson Independent

ODU brushes aside W&M in the paint
Norfolk Virginian Pilot

UNCW baseball team brings new faces, game to '11 season
Wilmington Star-News

February 9, 2011

From the Raleigh News & Observer
-Duke, UNC-CH vie for top of ACC
-Young guards in spotlight
-Marshall, Phelps have similarities
-Who has the edge?
-UNC-CH defensive line coach leaves - again
-Devils burn Hurricanes in overtime

Duke, UNC-CH could be a battle in the paint
Durham Herald-Sun

From the Greensboro News Record
-ACC tickets staying closer to home
-It always comes back to Devils and Heels

U.Va. coach suspends 3 players for unspecified incident
Norfolk Virginian Pilot

From the Hampton Roads Daily Press
-ODU's Taylor already pitching his Monarchs to NCAA selection committee
-Virginia, Virginia Tech hope idle week pays dividends

From the Winston Salem Journal
-Deacs tell Tabb to go
-Teams already working on 2012 classes

College football recruiting- Duke, UNC-CH get prospects from small Florida school
Fayetteville Observer

Seniors Grant, Stitt lead Clemson past BC, 77-69
Spartanburg Herald-Journal

Seahawks can't hang with hot-shooting Mason
Wilmington Star-News

Bobcats Jackson can't stay out of referees' way
Charlotte Observer

NASCAR fans gear up for new season
Roanoke Times

February 8, 2011

Wake Forest baseball coach gives a kidney to player
Winston Salem Journal

From the Raleigh News & Observer
-Blue Devils want to cool off Tar Heels
-Top 10 forward picks Devils
-UNC-CH's Barnes will face Duke fans
-Foul Shots- UNC-CH's turnaround is well-timed
-Pitkanen hopes to stay

Exclusive Q&A with UNC freshman Harrison Barnes
Fayetteville Observer

Tar Heels still recall being 'embarrassed'
Durham Herald-Sun

From the Norfolk Virginian Pilot
-ODU coach knows audibles are part of recruiting game's formation
-Alabama hires Mike Groh as assistant

From the Hampton Roads Daily Press
-Tomlin hard on himself in Super Bowl defeat
-Dallas mayor repudiates presentation of "key to the city" to Michael Vick

From the Charlotte Observer
-Bobcats reserves add muscle in win over Celtics
-NASCAR driver charged with DWI
-Girl needs marrow transplant; Labonte wants to help
-Packers win sends NFL into uncertain offseason
-Panthers win Super Bowl, or Bigfoot in N.C?
-Panthers coaching staff nearly complete
-Fairley to answer Panthers questions on Twitter

Game drowns in Super excess
Columbia (SC) State

From the Charleston (SC) Post & Courier
-Some big games at Littlejohn
-No. 24 Commodores, Taylor contain Ellington, Gamecocks

February 7, 2011

From USA Today
-Packers top Steelers 31-25
-Ad Meter 1st- A doggone tie for Doritos, Bud Light

Video- Super Bowl ads
Fox Sports

From the Charleston (SC) Post & Courier
-Super Bowl ads- Eminem, Roseanne and singing cowboys
-Aguilera repeats line of anthem at Super Bowl
-NFL, Cowboys Stadium drop the ball on seats

From the Dallas Morning News
-Even with stadium issues, Super Bowl XLV does not disappoint
-Hobbled Packer 'D' flexes its muscle
-For Ben Roethlisberger, immortality will have to wait
-Additional injuries, adversity no sweat for resilient Pack
-Disappearance of star safety leaves Steelers defenseless
-Are there Super Bowl do-overs? We might want to ask for one
-Cowboys Stadium problems- Some gates closed; fans 'mad as hell'
-Steelers' fan- 'First thing tomorrow, I'm on the phone with my attorney'
-Weather takes one last slap at Super Bowl, North Texas

Black Eyed Peas- Hit or miss?
Entertainment Weekly

Recruits left out of options when coaches change jobs after signing day
Birmingham News

Marshall takes charge for Heels
Raleigh News & Observer

February 6, 2011

From the Dallas Morning News
-Reality of storms and Egypt unrest trumps Super Bowl
-Cowlishaw- Why the Packers will win
-Sherrington- Why the Steelers will win
-Foot don't fail me now- Super Bowls can hinge on a kicker's make or miss
-Deion Sanders in, Charles Haley out of 2011 Hall of Fame Class

Peninsula native Mike Tomlin has turned Steelers into "his team"
Hampton Roads Daily Press

From the Charlotte Observer
-Big-time QBs deliver for Steelers, Packers
-Panthers, Super Bowl teams alike
-Mavericks still own the Bobcats

From the Charleston (SC) Post & Courier
-Tigers answer coach's challenge
-No. 24 Commodores, Taylor contain Ellington, Gamecocks

From the Norfolk Virginian Pilot
-Cold-shooting Monarchs hit season lows in defeat
-Virginia Tech suffers tough road defeat
-Michael Vick is NFL's Comeback Player of Year

From the Raleigh News & Observer
-Devils blitz Pack
-State goes from bad to worse
-Canes take over eighth place in East

From the Winston Salem Journal
-Terps wallop Deacons
-Mountaineers rally for road win

Seahawks beat William & Mary to snap losing streak
Wilmington Star-News

February 5, 2011

Snow adds to weather misery; more possible for Super Bowl
Dallas Morning News

From the Charlotte Observer
-NFL commissioner- It's time to get serious
-Settle will coach running backs
-Dallas catching grief for cold
-Sneak a peek at Super Bowl TV ads
-House ignites, buries Bobcats
-University of Georgia Bulldogs mascot UGA dies

Ross At The Super Bowl
NBC.com

From the Raleigh News & Observer
-Drew clicks Heels
-UNC-Chapel Hill can push Duke
-Time's running out fast
-Canes face 'huge' challenge today

From the Fayetteville Observer
-Duke, N.C. State headed in different directions
-Tar Heels blindsided by guard Larry Drew's departure

From the Norfolk Virginian Pilot
-Redskins' Haynesworth accused of road-rage assault
-Big man's potential is a kinetic force for Monarchs

Tech's Franklin may have found quarterback gem
Shreveport Times

From the Charleston (SC) Post & Courier
-Hyman meets with USC trustees
-Is Football Back in Ellington's Future?
-Clemson facing road construction

Blount introduced as coach at Delaware State
Winston-Salem Journal

Hokies get head start on 2012 class
Roanoke Times

February 4, 2011

Broadway changes mind, takes A&T football job
Greensboro News & Record

From the Raleigh News & Observer
-Broadway to coach at N.C. A&T
-Saunders might miss NFL draft
-UNC-CH lands first recruit for 2012
-Top North Carolina prospects

From the Charlotte Observer
-Greg Warren- From N.C. to Super Bowl (with thanks to dad)
-Decker promotes movie, Panthers
-Fun's just starting for Bobcats
-No.1 Clowney down to USC, Clemson, Alabama
-National Signing Day- Big story, big coverage
-Amat - no

From the Charleston (SC) Post & Courier
-South Carolina catcher Brady Thomas cleared to play by NCAA
-How Clemson saved its class- Recruits remained committed despite Tigers' losing season
-Second-half outburst powers C of C past Wofford to victory, lead in SoCon South

Influence of wealthy athletic boosters
Tulsa World

EDITORIAL- Stockstill contract demands results
The Daily News Journal

Redskins owner sues paper for $2M, claims defamation
Norfolk Virginian Pilot

February 3, 2011

From the Raleigh News & Observer
-UNC-CH's Blue arrested on DWI charge
-Former NCSU player gets fifth DWI
-Blue Devils pull away from Terrapins
-N.C. State falls to Virginia Tech 77-69
-Virginia holds off Clemson
-Lee stays with Ga. Tech
-Wilson not in Pack's plans
-ACC schools making impact
-Duke recruits
-N.C. State recruits
-Chapel Hill recruits
-Wake Forest recruits
-Canes building on January

College Football Recruiting - ESPN
ESPN

Yahoo Sports- Rivals.com 2011 Team Recruiting Rankings
YAHOO! Sports

From the Fayetteville Observer
-Tar Heels pull in Top 20 recruiting class despite controversy
-Batten- Florida State, Clemson earn top grades on recruiting report card
-Wake Forest Demon Deacons mine Florida for reinforcements
-Duke Blue Devils travel far and wide to find talent
-N.C. State Wolfpack add Palmetto State receiver, former rival to ranks
-Tar Heels nab three highly touted players in recruiting haul

From the Charlotte Observer
-How does your team rank?
-The game might not be too big, but coverage is
-Amato would 'love' to be 49ers' coach
-49ers stun Xavier, 66-62
-ESPN analyst- Don't give up on Clausen yet

From the Columbia (SC) State
-Follow 5-star players to success
-Florida pipeline enriches Tigers

From the Charleston (SC) Post & Courier
-Linebacker Steward gives Clemson a top-10 recruiting class
-Scott steps down as offensive line coach
-USC Signing Day Notes
-Clemson Signing Day Notes

WVU football- Coaches were active until the end
Charleston (WV) Daily Mail

Virginia's London heralds recruiting crop that includes nine from Hampton Roads
Hampton Roads Daily Press

QB Sousa at top of Deacons' class
Winston-Salem Journal

Signing Day Notebook - Darius James heads to NCCU
Wilmington Star-News

TCU builds elite program with patient recruiting
Houston Chronicle

From the Wilmington Star-News
-UNCW men struggle on offense, lose fourth in a row
-ACC Insider - Nothing negative about UNC-CH�s recruiting class

From the Durham Herald-Sun
-UNCCH coaches focus on transparency
-For Duke, it's all about the players

From the Roanoke Times
-Beamer not fretting over lost recruits
-Hokies get milestone win

Scout.com Road to Signing Day Blog
scout.com

February 2, 2011

From the Raleigh News & Observer
-Heels, Barnes finding groove
-Tough path for Pack
-Duke re-adjusts after big loss
-Bruins bully their way past the Hurricanes
-UNC-CH adds running back
-Chat with college football reporter Ken Tysiac at Noon on Wednesday

From the Fayetteville Observer
-Signing day 2011 preview- 10 things to look for this year
Preview with Sammy Batten and Larry Graham
-Signing day ends a stressful, rewarding time for Anson coach

ACC recruiting nuggets
ESPN (blog)

From the Charlotte Observer
-Signing Day- More recruiting news
-Top prospects to pick schools Wednesday
-Randle El knows where Edwards is
-Panthers hire Proehl
-UNCC football town-hall meeting set

Florida president calls grayshirting and oversigning morally reprehensible
Birmingham News

Grayshirting still an issue in recruiting
Orlando Sentinel

Seahawks, Panthers both in desperate need of a victory
Wilmington Star-News

From the Spartanburg Herald-Journal
-SC's top 50 high school prospects, commitments
-A look ahead to S.C.'s top recruits for 2012
-USC set to sign big class, still waiting on Clowney
-Clemson closing in on elite class despite bad season
-The closer- Wofford's Ayers swoops in to seal the deal

USC eager to take next step
Charleston (SC) Post & Courier

Tigers ride cutting-edge technology
Columbia (SC) State

Heels don't expect much backlash from 2010 troubles on signing day
Durham Herald-Sun

USF's Holtz is looking for right guys for system
Tampa Tribune

Hokies, Cavs can attest to folly of recruiting rankings
Hampton Roads Daily Press

On signing day, Va. Tech hopes to net 5-star recruit
Norfolk Virginian Pilot

February 1, 2011

From the Raleigh News & Observer
-Canes get back to work
-Raleigh reaps rave reviews from All-Star events
-Henson tries to improve at line
-Huskies dispose of Blue Devils early
-Coach K's daughter recovers from stroke
-Garner pitcher will compete on American Idol
-Pack adds to football list
-Booster reneges on gift
-Packers, Steelers arrive
-Packers, Steelers had similar Super Bowl blueprint

From the Birmingham News
-Which football teams sign the most JuCo transfers?
-Coming soon, National Esigning Day?

From the Charlotte Observer
-Bobcats miss chance to steal win at Utah
-Panthers hire Smith's ex-coach
-Gamecocks stock up, await Clowney

HPU to host App. State in ESPNU BracketBusters
HPU Panthers

Seahawks suffer loss, learn BracketBusters foe
Wilmington Star-News