December 31, 2011
New Years Eve

Pirates Close Out 2011 Saturday Against Virginia-Wise
ecupirates.com

From the Greenville Daily Reflector
-ECU recruiting heats up
-Pirates riding high with Wise on tap

Pirates drive for five
Washington Daily News

Pirates play final non-league game today
Kinston Free Press

Mumford Becoming a Major Prospect
  Mumford grew up a fan of East Carolina and South Carolina. The Pirates were Mumford's leader, however he is now open to everyone.
SuperPrep.com (subscription)

December 30, 2011

ECU fends off charging Eagles
Bonesville.net

From ecupirates.com
-ECU Holds Off Late Charge From N.C. Central To Win Fourth Straight
-Lafayette Downs East Carolina, 64-57

From the Greenville Daily Reflector
-ECU men win fourth straight
-Leopards outlast East Carolina women, 64-57

ECU/NC Central highlights
WITN

Role reversal
Washington Daily News

Paul, Pirates hold off N.C. Central
Kinston Free Press

East Carolina pulls away from NC Central 84-76
WRAL

Eagles feeling foul after loss to ECU
Durham Herald-Sun

Smallwood is not going to Syracuse
Hudson Valley Times Herald-Record

December 29, 2011

From ecupirates.com
-ECU Returns To The Court To Face N.C. Central
-Pirates Fall Against No. 19 Delaware
-Pirates, Gamecocks To Meet September 8

East Carolina gets Delle Donned
Raleigh News & Observer

From the Greenville Daily Reflector
-Pirates building momentum
-No. 19 Blue Hens top ECU women
-Pirates, Gamecocks to meet Sept. 8

Pirates on a roll
Washington Daily News

ECU�s Kemp contributing despite slump
Jacksonville Daily News

Ajax Swimming athlete Julien Dodu earns scholarship
durhamregion.com

December 28, 2011
Chanukah (day 8)

Player Of The Week- Darrius Morrow
WITN

ECU trying to pirate Williams away from Tigers
Spartanburg Herald Journal

Duke Has Two Offers
  I am going to East Carolina and South Carolina State. I am also going to visit one other school...
SuperPrep.com (subscription)

Rowland's Vonta Leach earns second straight NFL Pro Bowl nod
Fayetteville Observer

Raleigh Radio Great Bart Ritner Passes Away
The Raleigh Telegram

December 27, 2011
Chanukah (day 7)

From ecupirates.com
-ECU Opens Terrapin Classic With No. 19 Delaware
-Cummings Named NSCAA Scholastic All-American

Star NC defensive end puts off decision; OT McLaughlin schedules two visits
Charleston (SC) Post & Courier

ECU releases draft consolidation plan
Greenville Daily Reflector (sub req'd)

December 26, 2011
Boxing Day
Kwanzaa

Comfortable Kemp thrives in starting role
Greenville Daily Reflector

Revolution sign former DC United midfielder Clyde Simms
Examiner.com

December 24-25, 2011
Christmas Eve
National Chocolate Day
National Egg Nog Day

ECU/GWU Highlights
WITN

December 23, 2011
Festivus

From Bonesville.net
-BVL: East Carolina wins third straight
WTIB Audio: Talk of the Town (RNC Chairman)

ECU /GW Highlights
WITN

ECU nets hat trick
Washington Daily News

From the Greenville Daily Reflector
-Double time for ECU
-SCENE AROUND ECU vs. Gardner-Webb, Dec. 22
-ECU grad wins Bravo�s �Work of Art� (sub req'd)

Pirates Take Down Gardner-Webb, 69-55
ecupirates.com

East Carolina Beats Gardner-Webb, 69-55
ecureview.com

East Carolina defeats Gardner-Webb 69-55
WRAL (AP)

ECU's late charge too much for Runnin' Bulldogs
Shelby Star

Vancouver Canadians name Clayton McCullough new manager
Vancouver Sun

Ex-ECU standout helps steady Redskins offensive line
Norfolk Virginian Pilot (AP)

Redskins-Vikings- Five story lines to follow
Washington Post (blog)

Leach Pro Bowl Vote Makes Seven; Boldin Out 2 Weeks
Press Box

DB Lucas Thompson has Canes in top two
  "It's East Carolina and Miami," he said. "East Carolina, I like it there and it's a good opportunity. Miami, I grew up a fan and I like what they're doing.
scout.com (sub req'd)

December 22, 2011
Winter Solstice

From Bonesville.net
-Cherubini: Pirates Push for Bountiful Recruiting Haul
WTIB Audio: Talk of the Town (William Anderson)

Pirates Go For Third Straight Win Thursday Against Gardner-Webb
ecupirates.com

On this day 10 years ago - Dec 22, 2001
ecureview.com

GWU travels to take on East Carolina Thursday night
Shelby Star

Bowden providing offensive punch for ECU
Greenville Daily Reflector

Getting defensive
Washington Daily News

Emanuel 'E' Davis heads for East-West Shrine Game
Outer Banks Sentinel

Undrafted Redskins rookie Smith has daunting assignment- Vikings
Washington Post (blog)

No recruiting visits scheduled for Dudley-Giles
Tampabay.com (blog)

December 21, 2011
Chanukah
Forefather's Day
Humbug Day
National Flashlight Day
Look on the Bright Side Day

From Bonesville.net
-Bradsher: Purple and gold gratitude fills Pirates' outbox
-C-USA Bowl Scoreboard & Schedule
WTIB Audio: Talk of the Town (Education)

From ecupirates.com
-No. 22 Tar Heels Escape East Carolina, 65-61
-Game Time Changed For Jan. 14 Contest Against Tulsa

Pirates almost upset UNC-CH
Greenville Daily Reflector

ECU�s Paul developing as point guard
Kinston Free Press

ECU - Tulsa Game To Air On WITN @ 1pm
WITN

Tar Heel women rally to top East Carolina at beach
Myrtle Beach Sun News

Heels hold off Pirates
Raleigh News & Observer

December 20, 2011
Go Caroling Day

From Bonesville.net
-A. Myatt: Pirates play like pros on semester break
-W.A. Myatt: Game Day Photo Gallery
BVL Audio: Jeff Lebo Postgame
BVL Audio: Shamarr Bowden and Miguel Paul
BVL: ECU-Coastal Box Score
WTIB Audio: Talk of the Town (Listener Phone Calls)

From ecupirates.com
-ECU Cruises Past Coastal Carolina, 76-51
-Lady Pirates Challenge No. 23 Tar Heels

Chanticleers charred by ECU
Greenville Daily Reflector

Pirates dominate Coastal Carolina
Kinston Free Press

Chanticleers' win streak ends at ECU
Charlotte Observer (AP)

Pirates Roll Past Coastal Carolina, 76-51
WNCT

Pirates win to snap 3 game skid
WITN

East Carolina deals Coastal Carolina basketball setback
Myrtle Beach Sun-News

Coastal Falls to East Carolina, 76-51
goccusports.com

December 19, 2011

From ecupirates.com
-Pirates Host Coastal Carolina To Start Semester Break
-Pirates Down Jacksonville In Myrtle Beach, 70-64

Coastal Plays at East Carolina Monday Night
goccusports.com

From the Greenville Daily Reflector
-Pirate men host Coastal
-ECU women top Jacksonville

Lady Pirate highlights from Myrtle Beach
WITN

December 18, 2011
Fourth Sunday of Advent

From the Greenville Daily Reflector
-Wilson piling up wins
-Pirates open Classic against Jacksonville

Alexis Smith's speed rallies Calvert girls to 56-45 basketball win
Washington Post

ECU Biology Professor Gets $1.5 Million Grant
WITN

December 17, 2011
Take a New Year's Resolution to Stop Smoking (TANYRSS)
Wright Brothers Day

From Bonesville.net
-BVL: Pirates turn up the heat, take road win over UNCG
-BVL: ECU Football Recruiting Thumbnail (OT Ryan Revia)
WTIB Audio: Talk of the Town (Seahorse)

From ecupirates.com
-Pirates Complete Comeback To Avoid UNCG Upset, 71-62
-Butler Named To N.C. All-State Soccer Team

From the Greenville Daily Reflector
-Holiday helper- ECU beats UNCG
-ECU graduates 'ready to set sail'
-ECU grad walks away from paralysis

Mother & daughter turned their tassels together
WNCT

East Carolina rallies past UNCG
Winston Salem Journal

ECU 71 UNCG 62
WITN

December 16, 2011
Barbie and Barney Backlash Day
Underdog Day
Birthday - Ludwig Von Beethoven (composer)
Anniversary - Boston Tea Party

From Bonesville.net
-Myatt: Ruff making his recruiting list and checking it twice
-Myatt: Pirates juggle exams, game preparations
-BVL: ECU Football Recruiting Thumbnails Updated
WTIB Audio: Talk of the Town (Clark Everett)

From ecupirates.com
-Pirates Look To End Skid Friday Against UNC Greensboro
-Pirates Open Carolinas Challenge Against Jacksonville

Lenox Rawlings- ECU wants a new home, but is Big East the right choice?
Winston Salem Journal

From the Greenville Daily Reflector
-ECU hoping to get back on track
-Editorial- Commencement special

ECU still seeking third scorer
Kinston Free Press

ECU back in action
Washington Daily News

UNC Greensboro Spartans Vs. East Carolina Pirates
Sports Chat Place

East Carolina University Virtual Bowl
WNCT

East Carolina Football: Pirates Deserve Props for Poking Fun at Bowl Season
Bleacher Report

ECU Pirate Club wants you to buy bowl tickets...no really
WRAL 12.13.11

Family makes Scarbrough the player he is
Wilmington Star-News

Back On The Active Roster, Harris Ready For "Whatever They Need Me To Do
NBC Dallas-Fort Worth (blog)

December 15, 2011
Bill of Rights Day
Cat Herders Day
Halcyon Day (12/15-29)

Pirates Get Set To Return after 10 Day Break
WNCT

UNCG Preview
WITN

Macy's Greensboro College Team Inducted Into Hall of Fame
ecupirates.com

Harris added to Cowboys active roster
FS Southwest

Shrine trip makes all sorts of memories
Wilmington Star-News

Ranking College Football's Top Post-Game Party Schools, Final 2011 Edition
Bleacher Report

December 14, 2011

Cummings Named NSCAA First-Team All-Central
ecupirates.com

Former ECU quarterback expected in court on embezzlement charges
WNCT

Former Pirate QB Due In Court
WITN

His Country Day legacy spans 37 years, 3 sports
Charlotte Observer

10 Least Expensive Public Medical Schools for In-State Students
U.S. News & World Report

December 13, 2011

From Bonesville.net
-Bailey: Pirates groping for points
WTIB Audio: Talk of the Town
PirateRadio1250: Brian Bailey Show replay

Live@five interview with coach McNeil
Pirate Radio 1250

Jeff Lebo Show
ecupirates.com

ECU's Kemp adjusting to new role
Greenville Daily Reflector

A quiet contributor
Washington Daily News

Patrick Henry offensive tackle commits to East Carolina
Roanoke Times

Dennis Simmons Joining Mike Leach's Staff To Coach Marquess Wilson
cougcenter.com

From the New England Soccer News
-Revs select Jaqua and former ECU player Simms
-ADDING EXPERIENCE Revs take veterans Jaqua, Simms in Re-Entry Stage 2

Norm Parker retires after 13 years with Hawkeyes
UI Daily Iowan

December 12, 2011
Day of Our Lady of Guadalupe
Poinsettia Day

Whitford: BCS: Rotten from the inside out
Bonesville.net

Lebo mum on free throw shooting
Greenville Daily Reflector

East Carolina QB Dominique Davis Signs With Adisa Bakari
Business Insider

December 11, 2011

ECU football assistants resign
Kinston Free Press

Giants' Linval Joseph making an impact as he learns to listen
nj.com

December 10, 2011
Cold Moon
Human Rights Day
International Shareware Day
Lunar Eclipse
National Day of the Horse
Nobel Peace Prize Day

Grove Placed On Pair Of Freshman All-America Teams
ecupirates.com

ECU's McGuire, Simmons resign
Greenville Daily Reflector

Leach, ex-Texas Tech player reunited
Olympia (WA) Olympian

Leach going after his former assistants
LubbockOnline.com

December 9, 2011
National Salesperson's Day

From Bonesville.net
-Myatt: Sands of Conference USA still shifting
-Monroe: Injuries, mistakes made for bumpy season
WTIB Audio: Talk of the Town (Eric Montross)

From ecupirates.com
-Milner Earns Second Team Academic All-America Honors
-ECU Announces Holiday Basketball Ticket Specials
-ECU Signs 13 Prep Student-Athletes For the 2012-13 Season

CBSSports.com 2011 Freshman All-America team
CBSsports.com

Scout.com- FoxSportsNext 2011 Freshman All-American Team
scout.com

Bernard, Grove, Noel rack up more freshman honors
WRAL

From the Greenville Daily Reflector
-Reports- ECU loses assistants to WSU
-Editorial- Big East leaves Pirates wanting

Usually chatty Leach mum about coaches
TheNewsTribune.com

Mike Leach Hires Clay McGuire, A Persistent Coach And Excellent Recruiter
CougCenter

Pirates football housekeeping
Wilmington Star News (blog)

From the East Carolinian
-2011 ECU year in review
-Rams end win streak for Pirates
-Senior forward wraps up successful career
-Late rally expires against Minutemen

Ray Headed to ECU
  "I visited East Carolina last weekend on an official visit and I committed," ... I plan on signing with East Carolina.
SuperPrep.com (subscription)

December 8, 2011
Feast of the Immaculate Conception (Catholic)
Anniversary - John Lennon Shot
Birthday - Jim Morrison (musician)
Birthday - Eli Whitney (inventor)

From ecupirates.com
-Grove Named Conference USA Freshman-Of-The-Year
-East Carolina Adds Appalachian State To 2012 Football Schedule
-Hurt Lifts Rams Past Pirates, 62-49

Rams roll behind Hurt
Greenville Daily Reflector

11PM Sportscast
WITN

ECU hoping to heat up
Washington Daily News

ECU, App St. to renew rivalry
Greensboro News & Record

Big East adds five, passes on Pirates
Kinston Free Press

QB Kanler Coker commits to East Carolina
Atlanta Journal Constitution

JT Boyd has given East Carolina firm commitment
Rock Hill (SC) Herald

ACS golfer plans to tee off at East Carolina
Burlington Times News

From the Booth - Guests: Sammy Batten, Johnny Narron, Jeremy Grove
Pirate Radio 1250 (12.07.11)

Redskins already have taken a couple of hits
Boston Globe

December 7, 2011
National Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day
Special Kids Day

From Bonesville.net
-Bradsher: Ladies and their diehard fans primed for VCU
-BVL: UMass holds off Pirates
WTIB Audio: Talk of the Town (Ronald McDonald House)

From ecupirates.com
-Second Half Rally Falls Short Again As ECU Loses A Heartbreaker
-Three Pirates Named To All-Conference USA Squads
-Grove, Hardy Named To Conference USA All-Freshman Team
-East Carolina Closes Homestand Against VCU
-Baseball Closes Out Fall With Blackbeard Challenge

ECU falls to UMass
Washington Daily News

From the Greenville Daily Reflector
-Familiar feeling for ECU
-Big East to add Boise State, four others

Big East is ready to become a �Bigger� East
GoLocalProv

Conference breakdowns after latest shift
FOXSports.com

Minutemen survive East Carolina rally
Worcester Telegram

Men's hoops holds on, defeats East Carolina
The Massachusetts Daily Collegian

UMASS 63 ECU 58
WITN

Pirate Comeback Falls Short; UMASS 63, ECU 58
WNCT

Massachusetts holds off East Carolina 63-58
WRAL

From the East Carolinian
-Linebacker has breakout season
-Hoping for a better �Morrow�
-Change needed for volleyball program

Pirates land JUCO receiver
247 Sports (sub req'd)

Highland CB commits to Conference USA school
RaiderPower.com (sub req'd)

2011 College Football Rankings
We Got This Covered

Our other favorite pirates
The Seattle Times

December 6, 2011
National Miner's Day
National Pawnbrokers Day
Saint Nicholas Day

From Bonesville.net
-Bailey: Pirates look for more Morrow
WBVL Audio: Jeff Lebo & Darrius Morrow On UMass
WTIB Audio: Talk of the Town (Clark Everett)

From ecupirates.com
-Pirates Set To Face UMass Challenge
-ECU Auctions Presents 12 Days of Christmas
-Pirates Post Four School Records At CNU

From the East Carolinian
-Playing his own game
-Lady Pirates clip Hawks Monmouth in Minges
-OPINION- Football misses first bowl season in six years
-ECU boosts local economy
-Board of Trustees recommends increased tuition

Stop the press!
Washington Daily News

From the Greenville Daily Reflector
-Paul zeroing in for Pirates
-ECU dining halls becoming study halls
-Streaker case continued

From The Massachusetts Daily Collegian
-Minutemen travel to face East Carolina
-Forcing turnovers key to Minutemen success

East Carolina Pirates Vs. Massachusetts Minutemen
sportschatplace.com

Time for plug-ins
Washington Post (blog)

David Garrard's Bright Holidays group works to bring joy to kids
Florida Times Union

Koonce speaks to FVTC grads
Appleton Post Crescent

McLaughlin sets two official visits
Spartanburg Herald Journal

Two standing out for Watch List OT Henson
ESPN (blog)

Davis focused on five programs
scout.com (sub req'd)

December 5, 2011
Ashura: Tenth Day (Islamic)
Bathtub Party Day
Repeal Day
Birthday - President Martin Van Buren (8th President)
Birthday - Walt Disney (animator)
Anniversary - Montgomery Bus Boycott Begins (Rosa Parks)

From Bonesville.net
-O'Brien: Changing system lessens Big East�s appeal
-BVL: C-USA Bowl Schedule & Scoreboard
-BVL: Final BCS Standings
-BVL: Harris, AP & Coaches Polls

From the Greenville Daily Reflector
-Pirates struggling to make shots
-NFL ROUNDUP- Tebow does it again; Johnson rushes for 153 yards

Jamar Abrams Earns Roster Spot On The NBDL's Red Claws
ecupirates.com

Ex-ECU OL Charlie Dempsey's sports plate is full at Southwest
Jacksonville Daily News

ECU Streaker Due In Court
WITN

December 4, 2011
Ashura: Tenth Day (Islamic - begins at sundown)
National Dice Day
Saint Barbara's Day
Santas' List Day
Wear Brown Shoes Day

From Bonesville.net
-A. Myatt: Yesterday not good to Morrow
-W.A. Myatt: Game Day Photo Gallery
-BVL: ECU-Charlotte Box Score
-BVL: C-USA Football Scoreboard & Standings

East Carolina Falls to Charlotte, 76-64
ecupirates.com

Briscoe Ignites Second Half Charge in Win At ECU
charlotte49ers.com

Charlotte shuts down Morrow, ECU
Greenville Daily Reflector

Dry paint for Pirates
Washington Daily News

Charlotte scuttles ECU
Charlotte Observer

Charlotte v ECU
WITN

December 3, 2011
Coats and Toys for Kids Day

From ecupirates.com
-ECU Looks To Stay Unbeaten At Home Against Charlotte
-Milner Named To Conference USA All-Academic Squad
-Jessica Abshire Named Capital One Academic All-America

From the Greenville Daily Reflector
-Donors move ECU closer to hoops facility (sub req'd)
-Trustees approve tuition increases

Pirates prepare for Braswell, 49ers
Washington Daily News

Today's Area Games
Charlotte Observer

ECU's Milner receives academic honor
Jacksonville Daily News

December 2, 2011
Special Education Day
UN International Day for the Abolition of Slavery

From ecupirates.com
-A Message To The Pirate Nation
  If you ever wondered what the phrase "it's more than a game" means, please take the time to read these exchanges, a message from Marshall Associate AD John Sutherland and an epilogue from Jarrod Call.
-ECU Receives $1 Million Gift For Basketball Facility
  Harry and Tammy Smith have pledged to the Step Up To The Highest Level Campaign
-ECU Men's Golf Inks Three For 2012

College Notes- TJ's Grove among NCAA leaders
Frederick News Post

Havelock practiced at ECU before State Championship
WNCT

December 1, 2011
World Aids Day
Day With(out) Art
Rosa Parks Day
Anniversary - Playboy

From ecupirates.com
-Pirates Extend Home Win Streak With 75-52 Victory
-Pirate Pitching Staff Receives Help from Virgin Island Products
-ECU-Charlotte Basketball Game To Be Televised On MASN

From the Greenville Daily Reflector
-ECU women win 12th straight home game
-ECU trustees to talk tuition
-ECU's 'Rebel 53' magazine wins a Pacemaker award
-mixer was there OAR concert at ECU

Lady Pirate Highlights
WITN

Turnovers, shooting sink Hawks
Asbury Park Press

Short memory serves East Carolina's Varner
Golfweek.com

East Carolina wrap
Norfolk Virginian-Pilot

December 31, 2011

From the Raleigh News & Observer
-Duke starts strong, rolls over Western Michigan
-2011 is a year to forget for Canes
-Duggan joins UNC-Chapel Hill football staff

From the Winston Salem Journal
-Bulldogs' Ballard helps sink Deacons
-Miami cruises past Appalachian State

Chick-fil-A Bowl game breakdown
Charlottesville Daily Progress

Tigers, Hoos defensive
Roanoke Times

From the Norfolk Virginian Pilot
-In U.Va. match-up, the record shows Auburn isn't fazed by distractions
-ODU falls to No. 8 Missouri 75-68 in hard-fought loss

From the Charleston (SC) Post & Courier
-USC looks to avoid all-too-familiar fate
-RG Campbell likely to miss bowl game
-George Mason stops College of Charleston

Bobcats left trailing the Howard Magic
Charlotte Observer

Kentucky football to hire Cassity as assistant, paper says
Louisville Courier-Journal

Smith making an impact at UNCW
Wilmington Star-News

December 30, 2011

From the Raleigh News & Observer
-Camels put jolt into Pack
-Wolfpack could have folded but they didn't
-Tar Heels dunk Phoenix early
-Western Michigan brings brute inside force to No. 7 Duke
-Staal catches fire in win over Leafs

From the Fayetteville Observer
-N.C. State holds on to top Campbell, 87-81
-Campbell's fifth-consecutive loss not a major setback

Wake Forest slips by Yale
Winston Salem Journal

From the Charlotte Observer
-Wildcats overcome slow start to beat Quakers
-Effort has Charlotte tops in rebounding
-Michael Jordan is engaged to model Yvette Prieto
-Panthers stand-ins build respect

Huskies make 1000 plays, needed one more
  The teams combined to set the NCAA bowl record for points in regulation
Sportspress Northwest

From the Charleston (SC) Post & Courier
-South Carolina, Nebraska QBs effective at running zone read
-Cougars enjoy success versus George Mason
-Tennessee too much for Citadel, Groselle

From the Norfolk Virginian Pilot
-Virginia Tech loses another kicker for Sugar Bowl
-Virginia Tech kicker Journell released from jail

From the Hampton Roads Daily Press
-Lazor and Rocco develop Virginia's pro style offense together
-Teel Time- Kicking dramas remind of past Virginia Tech Sugar Bowls that turned on special teams
-Ex-Kecoughtan star Ratliffe comes home to face Old Dominion with No. 8 Missouri

Seahawks working on improving defense
Wilmington Star-News

December 29, 2011

From the Raleigh News & Observer
-N.C. State football has 'a lot to look forward to'
-Wolfpack can do better in 2012
-Skinner's return to Canes uncertain
-Ex-roommates reunite behind Canes' bench
-Johnson living out his dream at N.C. State
-UNC-CH's McAdoo getting more comfortable on the court
-Tar Heels' Renner undergoes ankle surgery
-Duke basketball loses friend
-Air Force drops ball on 2-pointer

A night of 'David vs. Goliath' in college basketball
Fayetteville Observer

Will this year be different for Gamecocks?
Columbia (SC) State

From the Charleston (SC) Post & Courier
-Missouri coming to USC
-Orange Bowl sets tone for 2012

From the Charlotte Observer
-Miami escapes Charlotte with a one-point win
-49ers fall to Hogs on road
-Cam Newton OK � for now � with his Pro Bowl status

Redskins defense remains a work in progress
Norfolk Virginian Pilot

December 28, 2011

From the Charlotte Observer
-Late interception locks up Belk Bowl win for Pack
-Pack fans rewarded
-Notes, Observations- Some records unwanted
-Panthers' QB Newton likely Pro Bowl-bound
-Bobcats approach center from different angle
-Preview- Heat at Bobcats
-Arkansas, Memphis next on 49ers' road itinerary

From the Fayetteville Observer
-Glennon's 3 TDs help N.C. State down Louisville 31-24 in Belk Bowl
-N.C. State's David Amerson sets ACC interceptions record in Belk Bowl victory

From the Raleigh News & Observer
-Neal's goal beats Canes
-Tudor- Heels shouldn't have bothered

Tar Heels eager to begin Fedora era
Winston Salem Journal

From the Charleston (SC) Post & Courier
-Clemson WR injured in car crash
-Quite a ride for USC freshman

Penn State won't name coach until after bowl
pennlive.com

Meyer-hatin' continues in Florida
Orlando Sentinel

Stoops molds FSU defense into a winner
Palm Beach Post

WVU, Clemson looking at mirror
Charleston (WV) Gazette

Lorenzo Ward takes over defense for Gamecocks
Spartanburg Herald Journal

From the Norfolk Virginian Pilot
-As Redskins rookies flourish, Torain is cut
-Bowl season means more to U.Va. than most other teams

Sting of defeat hasn't faded for Beamer's son
Hampton Roads Daily Press

December 27, 2011

Batten- Tar Heels turn in bowl effort to forget
Fayetteville Observer

From the Raleigh News & Observer
-Tar Heels fall with a thud in interim coach's last game
-Tigers spread UNC-CH's linebackers, run roughshod
-UNC-CH rushed for 36 yards; Missouri dominated offensively
-Wolfpack, Cards face off in Belk Bowl
-N.C. State needs to win this game
-Canes top Devils, win second straight

From the Winston Salem Journal
-State, Louisville set to play
-Deacons expect tough test

From the Charlotte Observer
-Local boards- Silas makes point and Bobcats win
-Panthers notes- Pro Bowl rosters to be announced

Vanderbilt, Cincinnati arrive in Memphis for Liberty Bowl preparations
Memphis Commercial Appeal

ACC expansion could change Virginia Tech's annual crossover football opponent from BC to Pitt
Hampton Roads Daily Press

December 26, 2011

For Hokies, New Orleans still full of sweet Sugar Bowl memories
Norfolk Virginian Pilot

$24.1 million facility nearly ready for WVU hoops to unwrap
Charleston (WV) Gazette

From the Charlotte Observer
-Bobcats' Maggette is ready to be leader of the pack
-Bobcats sign Cory Higgins
-Monday night- Bobcats vs. Bucks
-Meet the Charlotte Bobcats
-Too late for 'what if' game for Panthers
-Pack's Crisp- 'It's like God sent me there'
-Belk Bowl is in pregame party mode
-Recruiting Watch- N.C.'s Top Seniors and Juniors

From the Raleigh News & Observer
-Distractions still loom for Tar Heels
-Mizzou's spread presents challenge for Tar Heels
-Canes back to work vs. Devils

Orlando's next nutty attraction
Aiken (SC) Standard

Strong making right moves at Louisville
Louisville Courier Journal

Pelini upgrades Nebraska defense
Omaha World Herald

Fisher won't give up calling plays
Palm Beach Post

December 25, 2011

From the Charlotte Observer
-A record for Cam, a rout for Panthers
-For 4 1/2 months, Withers had UNC-CH football's dream
-UNC-CH's next coach wins in Southern Miss finale
-Pack's RB situation far from clear for 2012
-The one guy who can tell Jordan 'no'

Mistake-prone Redskins fall to Vikings, 33-26
Norfolk Virginian Pilot

Bowls profitable for coaches at UNC-Chapel Hill, NC State
Greensboro News-Record

Clemson Tigers projected to lose $185,000 at Orange Bowl
Charleston (SC) Post & Courier

December 24, 2011

From the Raleigh News & Observer
-Pack on a road of ups and downs
-Belk Bowl teams take a spin at the speedway
-Ruutu's tip lift Canes to overtime victory
-UNC-CH receiver Jones read for his Heels finale
-Turnovers aren't catered in Fedora's spread
-Redskins' Barry Cofield becoming a hit at the nose

From the Charlotte Observer
-Caution- Watch for falling records in Panthers, Saints games
-NFL Gameday- Three to watch
-Bobcats to try out 2 forwards

Motivation to loom large when Skins, Vikings meet
Norfolk Virginian Pilot

ACC Insider - Don�t judge UNC-CH sanctions on Ohio State decision
Wilmington Star News

Speir officially takes over at Western Carolina
Winston Salem Journal

Hokies' Wilson appears NFL bound
Richmond Times Dispatch

Peterson No. 1 on Penn State wish list
pennlive.com

Ohio State's Gee, Smith need to go
Florida Times Union

Barkley's return makes USC title contender in 2012
LA Times

1981 Year of the Tiger- Clemson's perfect season besmirched
Charleston (SC) Post & Courier

December 23, 2011

From the Raleigh News & Observer
-Does UNC-Chapel Hill understand concept of compliance?
-Pack gets a breather in win over Huskies
-Wolfpack recruit Torian Graham backs out again
-Muller- Staal should not have to do it all
-Gamecocks looking at poster's use of two players
-No football coach in sight at Penn State
-Texas Southern hires Shaw's Asberry as football coach

Doug Martin named BC offensive coordinator
Boston Globe

Frank Spaziani turns to Doug Martin
Boston Herald

Bowl motivation, or lack of it, holds the key for UNC-Chapel Hill, NC State
Wilmington Star-News

Virginia Tech kicker Journell charged with armed breaking and entering, suspended from team
Hampton Roads Daily Press

Journell's arrest leaves the Hokies' kicking game a leg short
Roanoke Times

WVU transfer Murray arrested in Philly
Charleston (WV) Gazette

From the Charleston (SC) Post & Courier
-Cougars hold off Coastal Carolina
-Player development keys Clemson's ACC championship teams
-Cowboys may not have reasons to fear Philly

Niners� 5-game win streak felled by Miami 3-pointers
Charlotte Observer

Hall column- The annual airing of grievances
Kinston Free Press

December 22, 2011

Raleigh junior Anton Gill commits to Louisville basketball
Louisville Courier-Journal

From the Raleigh News & Observer
-Canes' Staal accepts blame for Phoenix loss
-Tar Heels turn up intensity in win over Texas
-NCAA clears UNC-CH's Dwight Jones for bowl game
-Independence Bowl a tryout of sorts for Heels
-Tar Heels first up in ACC bowl lineup
-No charges following Fiesta Bowl inquiry

From the Charleston (SC) Post & Courier
-USC taking look at potential problem poster
-December Madness in Conway
-Clemson preparing for an 'Air Raid'
-Gamecocks cruise heading into break

AP Source- Paul Chryst to coach at Pittsburgh
Associated Press

Virginia Tech's resume soft in big bowl victories
Roanoke Times

From the Winston Salem Journal
-Wake Forest rallies past UNC Wilmington
-Deacons say they're eager for bowl test

Motivated Deacons dispatch Seahawks
Wilmington Star-News

North Carolina at Chapel Hill QB Bryn Renner motivated by seniors, coaches
Shreveport Times

Krzyzewski's suggested formatting of 18-game ACC basketball schedule makes sense
Hampton Roads Daily Press

From the Charlotte Observer
-New Bobcat Mullens visited Ohio lockup in NBA lockout
-Newton getting a gentle reminder
-Success costs 49ers a coach

December 21, 2011

From the Raleigh News & Observer
-Buzzer-beater gives Pack first road win of season
-UNC-CH declares Jones ineligible for bowl, but appeals to NCAA
-Williams looking for first win against Texas with Heels
-Wolfpack under the gun; team prepares for Louisville's pistol formation
-Study finds big wins bad for grades

Ex-CEO takes helm of Coastal Carolina University football team
Myrtle Beach Sun News

Chanticleers make unexpected hire
Columbia (SC) State

Swinney has not had contract talks � yet
Charleston (SC) Post & Courier

From the Charlotte Observer
-An unlikely team for the masses
-Play for draft pick- Rivera- Better to win

Monarchs fall to Richmond, 90-82 in overtime
Norfolk Virginian Pilot

Leach coaching tree spawning bowl coaches
SignOnSanDiego.com

Norm Chow is finally a head coach
coachingsearch.com

From espn.com
-NCAA sends Buckeyes a message
-USC fans think Buckeyes got off light

NCAA does its job
cbssportsline.com

Buckeyes underestimated severity of penalties
Cleveland Plain Dealer

NCAA throws the book at Buckeyes
Newark Advocate

Boise wearing all-blues in bowl
Idaho Statesman

For ailing Paterno, birthday will be different
philly.com

December 20, 2011

From the Charlotte Observer
-Davidson scores TKO over No. 12 Kansas
-Panthers' offense- More vertical, fun and effective
-Panthers' defensive injuries piling up
-Barnett leads Charlotte past Coppin State
-Bobcats' rookie Walker closes out preseason win

From the Raleigh News & Observer
-UNC-Chapel Hill player's appearance in promotional flier raises issue
-Tar Heels defeat Colonels in commanding win
-Duke builds to fast finish
-Wolfpack tested in battle
-Ruutu going toe-to-toe

From the Winston Salem Journal
-3-Point outburst gives Blue Devils cushion in 90-63 win
-Panthers drawing on Chudzinski's tricks

Big East wants WVU to stay during lawsuit
Charleston (WV) Daily Mail

UNCW rallies to beat Camels
Wilmington Star-News

From Yahoo! Sports
-New coaches face immediate pressure to win
-Which league has the most to prove in bowls?

Never too many bowls
ESPN

Penn State saga voted AP sports story of year
Associated Press

Disturbing reason Paterno didn't report allegations
NESN

From the Norfolk Virginian Pilot
-Monarchs, Spiders dealing with different odds this time
-Hokie fans don't like Sugar Bowl date

Virginia Tech fills out next season's home football schedule with addition of FCS foe Austin Peay
  Their presence on the schedule ensures the Hokies revenue for a sixth home game with East Carolina now off Tech's home slate for next season.
Hampton Roads Daily Press

December 19, 2011

From the Charlotte Observer
-Panthers hang tough, lock down 4th-quarter win
-Brockel scores on Chudrooskie
-NFL roundup- Packers lose, Colts win

Redskins hurt Giants' playoff bid with 23-10 win
Norfolk Virginian Pilot

From the Raleigh News & Observer
-Versteeg's OT goal edges Panthers past Canes
-Butter up! Orange, Pack sing praises
-No. 5 Tar Heels face Nicholls State
-Duke takes on UNC Greensboro
-Walker finds rhythm; Deacons avoid upset
-Lady Tar Heels fall to Gamecocks
  The Tar Heels play once more at the convention center, taking on East Carolina on Tuesday night.

UNCW has to regroup after loss to VCU
Wilmington Star-News

December 18, 2011

From the Charlotte Observer
-No. 1 Syracuse handles N.C. State 88-72
-Zeller leads Heels past Mountaineers
-Newton can surpass Manning's rookie record
-Fourth quarter haunts Newton
-Point and center- Bobcats' Boris Diaw steps up
-NC stars top SC in Shrine Bowl
-Cajuns edge Aztecs in New Orleans Bowl

Hard sell- Ticket sales are slow for Virginia Tech's Sugar Bowl trip
Roanoke Times

From the Hampton Roads Daily Press
-Can Virginia Tech Can turn ACC title game sting into Sugar Bowl ring?
-Virginia Tech, UVa carry much of ACC's bowl burden

USC appears to soft-peddle penalties
Columbia (SC) State

Malzhan's deal could alter Sun Belt
al.com

Sun Belt schools pony up for coaches
The Daily News Journal

From the Fayetteville Observer
-Four and a half years after being diagnosed with cancer, Douglas Byrd alum Alton Keaton named an All-American
-Virginia Tech's second half-run puts away Campbell

Pac-12's Scott envisons one giant conference
ESPN

Can Big Ten avoid another bowl bust
Omaha World-Herald

Fickell interviewing for Pitt post
pittsburghlive.com

Dueling bands highlighted first Sugar Bowl
philly.com

VCU overpowers UNCW in CAA opener
Wilmington Star-News

December 17, 2011

From the Raleigh News & Observer
-Wolfpack dreaming of upset
-Syracuse at N.C. State
-Bowman finally finds the net again

Div III National Championship - Another perfect finish
Roanoke Times

Some big schools struggle to sell bowl tickets
NY Times

Another call for a playoff
Morris Daily Herald

Bowl system is study in excess
gwinettdailypost.com

Graham's classless move nothing new
yahoo.com

Chryst may be the man at Pitt
jsonline.com

Freeze hiring merits more attention
rivals.com

Penn State recruiting taking a beating
Associated Press

Dykes moves Louisiana Tech forward
Shreveport Times

UNCW opener might be CAA's toughest test
Wilmington Star-News

From the Charleston (SC) Post & Courier
-USC facing uphill battle against No. 2 Ohio State
-Clemson Tigers' top 5 moments in run to Orange Bowl

N.C. State strength coach Bob Alejo passionate about reshaping Wolfpack
Fayetteville Observer

From the Charlotte Observer
-Delhomme on opposite sideline Sunday
-Bobcats' roster getting cut off at the knees - or so it seems
-Christmas gifts for NASCAR fans

December 16, 2011

From the Lynchburg (VA) News & Advance
-Liberty takes step toward FBS move
-Liberty welcomes Gill as coach

App State Feasibility Committee Releases Final Report
goasu.com

Jason Capel returns to Chapel Hill
Winston Salem Journal

From the Charleston (SC) Post & Courier
-USC's high five- Top five moments in Gamecocks' run to the Capital One Bowl
-New contract makes Morris highest-paid assistant coach

From the Charlotte Observer
-N.C. State's allotment powers Belk Bowl ticket sales
-ACC expands basketball schedule to 18 league games
-Bobcats sign Williams, bolster 3-point outlook
-Houston trip brings flood of Super Bowl memories
-Steve Smith- Tebow does not compare to Newton
-Playoff supporters launch campaign

From the Raleigh News & Observer
-Bowman's pair of goals helps Canes climb past Canucks
-Power play payday
-Arena sports a new name
-PSU requests more time
-Charlotte not on list - yet

From the Roanoke Times
-The Pitt job is open again, but Hokies defensive coordinator Bud Foster doesn�t appear to be on the school�s radar
-Stagg Bowl rings familiar- Mount Union faces Wisconsin-Whitewater

Duke assistant heading home to Ole Miss
Durham Herald-Sun

December 15, 2011

New UNCG Interim Head Coach Miller Excited For Chance To Prove Himself
WFMY News 2

Six NC head coaches now have UNC-Chapel Hill ties
ESPN (blog)

Gaining confidence, not money
Spartanburg Herald-Journal (blog)

Aztecs, Broncos path to Big East outlined
SignOnSanDiego.com

From the Norfolk Virginian Pilot
-Athletic director says Navy football is getting ready to join Big East
-Documentary looks Navy, Army football obligations

Navy moving toward joining the Big East
Sporting News

From the Raleigh News & Observer
-Withers focused on UNC-CH seniors; he may join Ohio State staff
-UNC-CH faculty shares concerns about role of athletics
-Canes must march on without star players

From the Charlotte Observer
-Jordan relishes a star who will be like Mike
-A wiser, more realistic Jordan
-From nowhere to playoffs for UNC-CH's Yates

USC offers to cut six football scholarships
  School responds to NCAA allegations
Columbia (SC) State

From the Charleston (SC) Post & Courier
-USC to cut six football scholarships
-Cougars top Tennessee
-Morris officially signs deal, discusses mentors' new jobs

Auburn looking for two coordinators
al.com

McElwain doing double duty
tidesports.com

Aggies DC headed for Fresno
aggiesports.com

December 14, 2011

Coaching change- Dement out, Miller in for UNCG basketball team
Burlington Times News

Add Miller to UNC's (head) coaching tree
ESPN (blog)

Dement out; Miller is interim UNCG coach
Greensboro News-Record

In-state colleges struggling to lure top talent
Fayetteville Observer

Bullard, Roland among early Shrine Bowl of the Carolinas standouts
SI.com

From the Charlotte Observer
-Penalty-stricken Panthers work on cleaning up act
-Panthers sign kicker to compete with Mare
-Delivery bridges Charlotte Bobcats' team-fan gap
-Kwame gone; Diaw is Bobcat's center
-USA Canoe/Kayak headquarters leaving Charlotte
-Coach optimistic about 49ers' new recognition

Withers joining staff at Ohio State
coachingsearch.com

Tide's McElwain headed for Colorado State
Denver Post

Quantity, not quality marks bowl season
syracuse.com

Cards' Strong plays the 'no respect' card
Louisville Courier-Journal

Vitale- College basketball light years ahead of football
USA Today

Virginia Tech AD surprised by lagging Sugar Bowl sales, explains non-conference schedule
Hampton Roads Daily Press

Slow sales for Sugar Bowl show marketplace realities
Norfolk Virginian Pilot

From the Charleston (SC) Post & Courier
-Backup suspended for Clemson's bowl game
-Clemson official says Watkins� bowl status not in jeopardy after appearing on party flier
-USC coach Spurrier extended through '15
-Gamecocks thwart PC's upset bid
-Cougars eager for rematch with Vols

From the Winston Salem Journal
-Three Rams invited to play in All-Star game
-Exhausted Deacons taking time to regroup

Realignment- Mountain West hopes for the best
NewsOK.com (blog)

Connolly's overtime goal sinks Hurricanes
Raleigh News & Observer

December 13, 2011

Mountain West will ask for a BCS bid in 2012 and 2013
Colorado Springs Gazette

MW Board of Directors Wrap Up Annual Meeting
  BOD asks for AQ status
themwc.com

Mountain West applies for BCS exemption
The Idaho Statesman

MWC getting AQ status? Dream big, Nevada fans
Reno Gazette-Journal

From the Charlotte Observer
-Mountain West wants auto-bid for 2012-13
-BC linebacker Kuechly earns Nagurski Award
-Basketball starved Bobcats bring energy to practice
-Too late to get Kasay back?
-Notes- Rivera evaluating team, self
-Southern Conference plans hoops broadcasts on public TV

Panthers may kick Mare to the curb
Winston Salem Journal

From the Norfolk Virginian Pilot
-Captains are little help to this sinking ship
-Virginia Tech's Sugar Bowl ticket sales lagging, but why?

Why the Big East Will Eventually Implode
SayCampusLife

New A&M coach Sumlin confident about leading Aggies into rugged SEC
Houston Chronicle

From the Raleigh News & Observer
-Canes' new defenseman recounts trade moments
-NCSU sells out tickets

ACC Insider - Belk Bowl perfect for Bryan�s Wolfpack finale
Wilmington Star News

From the Charleston (SC) Post & Courier
-Penn State culture explained away abuse
-SEC Domination- But are lofty defensive stats helped by weaker SEC offenses?
-Rested Tigers return to practice

Healthy turn helps Tigers
Columbia (SC) State

December 12, 2011

From the Raleigh News & Observer
-Eagles give Wolfpack a scare
-Canes' Ward vows to keep calm, carry on

From the Charlotte Observer
-Heels top 49ers 1-0 for NCAA soccer title
-Panthers again not ready for prime time
-Falcons- Smith taken to hospital after win
-Kemba Walker stakes place in mid-range

Charlotte leaves College Cup a winner in defeat
Birmingham News

From the Norfolk Virginian Pilot
-Redskins fall short in bid to upset Patriots
-Shanahan, players cry foul over 'horrible' officiating

Sloppy FSU gets win over UNCG
  UNCG returns to action Friday when the Spartans host East Carolina
Greensboro News-Record

From the Charleston (SC) Post & Courier
-There's no crying in bowl hardball
-Q&A with Clemson's James Baker

December 11, 2011

From USA Today
-Robert Griffin III wins Heisman Trophy
-Brawl mars Xavier-Cincinnati game
Video: Xavier/Cincinnati brawl

Ugly end to Crosstown Shootout
Cincinnati Enquirer

�Carolina Cup� set for Sunday
NCAA.com

Plenty of storylines for final
ESPN

From the Charlotte Observer
-49ers vs. Tar Heels- A dream N.C. matchup
-49ers get shot to win it all
-Resolve pays off for 49ers
-Barnett, 49ers leave no doubt in win over Davidson
-Smooth process brings Fedora to Chapel Hill
-The coach behind Cam Newton
-Panthers have won 2 straight, but

From the Annapolis Capital
-Unrivaled decade for Navy as Mids top Army for 10th straight time
-Special triumph for Mids as kicking, returns make difference vs. Army

From the Raleigh News & Observer
-Bullock helps ignite Tar Heels
-Blue Devils survive foul trouble to beat Huskies
-Preview- N.C. Central at N.C. State

From the Winston Salem Journal
-End game for Rams
-WSSU's mole-hill mistakes became mountains
-East Tennessee State mystifies Appalachian State

Local author revisits Classic
Greenville Daily Reflector

Seahawks have plenty of work to do
Wilmington Star-News

Big East expansion, Sugar Bowl continue joke of college football
Richmond Times Dispatch

Aztecs to Big East - Big Mistake?
sandiego.com

Move to Big East poses travel concerns for fans
Idaho Statesman

WVU calls Big East's motion to dismiss lawsuit poorly veiled effort to choose its courtroom
Washington Post (AP)

Stockstill 'open book' about Raiders' season
The Tennessean

Illinois banking on rising star Beckman
Chicago Sun Times

Things start to calm down around Ohio State
Cleveland Plain Dealer

Weis paid small dividends for Gators
Florida Times Union

Despite success on the field, big-spending Rutgers athletics is saddled with its largest deficit ever
Newark Star-Ledger

Ellington�s best option is to play basketball
Columbia (SC) State

December 10, 2011

From the Raleigh News & Observer
-Fedora accepts challenge of restoring UNC-CH's football team
-Fedora continues the vintage Brown legacy

From the Fayetteville Observer
-Fedora introduced as UNC-Chapel Hill football coach
-Batten- Fedora brings energy, challenge to UNC-CH football

Fedora's tasks include unifying fan base
Winston Salem Journal

Fedora Press Conference
WITN

From the Myrtle Beach Sun News
-Coastal Carolina relieves football coach David Bennett of duties
-Coastal Carolina football equipment manager charged with embezzlement, forgery

Heisman suspense ends today
Charleston (SC) Post & Courier

From the Annapolis Capital
-Army-Navy game is truly a senior moment
-Army-Navy Notebook
-Army-Navy Capsule
-A Leader's Lament- Navy quarterback learns from painful season

From the Charlotte Observer
-Tar Heels to meet Charlotte for College Cup title
-Proud moment for N.C. soccer
-Bobcats finally get back to work

From the Birmingham News
-College soccer is acquired taste -- and a delicious one in Hoover if you like drinking it
-Why don't Alabama, Auburn have Division I men's soccer programs?

From the Greensboro News-Record
-Much-improved Panthers get ready for Falcons
-Panthers Neblett hopes play overshadows beard

Packers have one more opponent- Law of averages
Norfolk Virginian-Pilot

Tech has sold about half its allotment of Sugar Bowl tickets
Roanoke Times

Athletic Huskies to test Devils
Durham Herald-Sun

Cold shooting foils Monarchs
Norfolk Virginian Pilot

Virginia shifts focus to selling tickets and bowl practices
Hampton Roads Daily Press

Georgia's Richt declines offer to become A&M coach
Houston Chronicle

Campbell University starts building new medical school
Greenville Daily Reflector

December 9, 2011

Admiration and sympathy for Virginia Tech in wake of more campus heartache
Hampton Roads Daily Press

Campus seeks answers after Virginia Tech officer is killed
Roanoke Times

It's official- Larry Fedora new football coach at Chapel Hill
Fayetteville Observer

From the Raleigh News & Observer
-Fedora approved as new Tar Heels coach
-Amerson is All-America
-NCHSAA in legal jam
-Low ranking inspires streaking Camels

From the Durham Herald-Sun
-Fedora�s attacking style has meant success
-�Town Hall� gives public chance to interact with Krzyzewski

From the Charlotte Observer
-UNC-CH AD- Hiring Fedora as new coach brings 'great expectations'
-Steve Smith credits Newton for Panthers' improvement
-49ers prep for a Creighton defense that's allowed posted 18 shutouts
-Bobcats to start training in flux

Ford took a CEO approach
Charleston (SC) Post & Courier

Catching the SEC not an easy feat
Columbia (SC) State

From the Houston Chronicle
-Sources say Georgia's Richt interested in A&M coach job
-A look at UH's Big East football foes

Laughs aside, new Big 'East' could generate serious interest
Tampabay.com

3-point shot- Big East's uncertain future
ESPN

Calhoun says he's staying put at Air Force
Colorado Springs Gazette

WVU�s Luck supportive of possible BCS changes
Charleston (WV) Gazette

Ever-changing Monarchs play beyond the numbers
Norfolk Virginian Pilot

December 8, 2011

Mountaineers to host Montana, play at ECU
Watauga Democrat

From the Winston Salem Journal
-Mountaineers to face tough schedule next season
-Wake holds off High Point
-UNC-Chapel Hill 'Hat' has head for game

From the Colorado Springs Gazette
-Air Force says no to Big East
-Now committed to the Mountain West, Air Force hopes to help improve it

Boise St., San Diego St. finalize moves
  A possibility still exists that Memphis or East Carolina could still head to the Big East in all sports.
ESPN

Big East officially adds five more schools, but what does it mean
The Star-Ledger - NJ.com

Some Conference Notes and Links
Pittsburgh Post Gazette (blog)

Big East to introduce Boise, 4 other new members
The Associated Press

Wolf Pack athletics- WAC asks Nevada to stay, but Pack says no
Reno Gazette-Journal

From the Raleigh News & Observer
-Fedora hiring could be near for UNC-Chapel Hill
-Duke recovers with convincing win over Colorado State
-Big East will expand
-Sandusky jailed on new charges

From the Charleston (SC) Post & Courier
-Morris' new contract marks increased football commitment
-Dabo crazy like a fox

Navy- So close, yet so far away
Washington Times

From the Norfolk Virginian Pilot
-Old Dominion's Coach Wilder fires defensive coordinator
-Charlotte mistakenly shown as Jacksonville in Monday Night Football telecast

Monday Night Football salutes ... Charlotte
Charlotte Business Journal

December 7, 2011

Larry Fedora hired as UNC-Chapel Hill football coach
Fayetteville Observer

Fedora could be named UNC-Chapel Hill's football coach today
Winston Salem Journal

From the Raleigh News & Observer
-UNC-Chapel Hill focusing on Fedora for football coach position
-Heels crush Purple Aces
-Duke works on defense after 22-point loss
-NFL suspends 2 Redskins for substance-abuse violations
-Prized Millbrook running back headed to Georgia
-Morrison powers Flames past Hurricanes 7-6

And Yes, Larry Fedora May Be UNC-CH's Next Football Coach
  And if you're curious, he's an underwhelming 2-2 against East Carolina in C-USA play.
Carolina March

Uninformed Harris voters latest flaw in system
Oklahoma Daily

Harris, coaches voters scruitinized
rivals.com

NCAA's Emmert sees BCS changes coming
Indianapolis Star

Starve the BCS beast
Ft. Wayne Journal-Gazette

TCU, Boise dealt a lousy hand
Austin American-Statesman

From the Dallas Morning News
-A&M job a 'death sentence' for next Aggies coach
-Big 12 ADs vote for plus-one model, but BCS still has too much support to be abandoned (sub req'd)

Air Force's Calhoun interviews for vacant A&M job
Houston Chronicle

Huge Freeze continues to defy the odds
Memphis Commercial Appeal

From the Charlotte Observer
-Carolina wants to close with flourish, momentum
-Rookies Fua, McClain done
-49ers build on road resume with win
-Schedule lacks Lakers, Mavs at home

Boise State�s gamble on Big East motivated by money
Idaho Stateman

UR goes with 'proven success,' hires Rocco as football coach
Richmond Times Dispatch

From the Norfolk Virginian Pilot
-ODU's Bobby Wilder wins national award
-Cavaliers roll to sixth straight win

Clemson gets bad deal from coaches poll
Columbia (SC) State

Tigers authored amazing turnaround in less than 12 months
Anderson Independent Mail

December 6, 2011

UNH basketball- Herrion has unique task of coaching son, and football coach's son
Seacoastonline.com

BCS- Do we really need the C?
Aiken Standard

Six-team playoff is right answer, but BCS loves the chaos
Wilmington Star-News

Cowboys fall just short of title berth
Tulsa World

North Carolina (at Chapel Hill), Missouri's bowl opponent, has had its own issues
Columbia (MO) Missourian

Surprise Selection Virginia Tech Takes on Michigan in Allstate Sugar Bowl
sportsnola.com

From the Hampton Roads Daily Press
-Outcry over Virginia Tech's BCS bid to Sugar Bowl misplaced; weep not for Kansas State
-Virginia is preparing to reap the hidden benefits of bowl prep
-Old Dominion, Wilder agree to 10-year extension

Beamer unapologetic about Hokies' bowl bid
Roanoke Times

WVU football- More than 2,000 tickets sold for Orange Bowl after first day
Charleston (WV) Daily Mail

Kinston baseball efforts take a hit
Kinston Free Press

From the Raleigh News & Observer
-Sports Illustrated names Coach K 'Sportsman of the Year'
-Gottfried- Wolfpack close to being a good team
-Look for UNC-CH's Zellar to bounce back against Evansville
-Bowl shakeup changes plans for Tar Heels
-No rest for bowl bound Pack
-Wolfpacks' Amerson wins Tatum Award
-NHL overhaul shuffles Canes to new conference

From the Charlotte Observer
-Newton fan gets thrill of a lifetime
-Big Play man has Panthers gaining yards in chunks
-Maggette eager to play lead role on young cast

Best combined year ever for programs
Columbia (SC) State

Gamecock defense has lots of fight
Omaha World-Herald

Same place, different perspective for Clemson
Charleston (SC) Post & Courier

From the Winston Salem Journal
-Mountaineers feel frustration after loss
-Harbor keeps WSSU players strong

UNCW Police say better safe than sorry with campus alerts
WWAY

December 5, 2011

From al.com
-Love it, or hate it- Alabama-LSU rematch set for Jan. 9 in BCS Championship Game
-35-bowl game schedule set; see the lineup here
-Oklahoma State of 2011 is pretty much Auburn of 2004, unhappily outside looking in
-Source says Ole Miss will hire Arkansas State's Hugh Freeze

BCS gives us another nightmare
Washington Post

From ESPN
-Big 12 commissioner calls for plus-one
-SEC fans rejoice as other recoil

BCS will never make sense
Tri-City Herald

Sugar Bowl a 'travesty'
rivals.com

College football deseves better than this
Anderson Independent

Despite anti-rematch hysteria, game should be a great one
SI.com

UNC-Chapel Hill, N.C. State and Wake Forest get bowl bids; Clemson, Va. Tech land BCS berths
Fayetteville Observer

From the Charlotte Observer
-Newton rushes to record in Panthers' win
-Laws of motion don't apply to this Newton
-Swinney, Tigers revel in moment
-N.C. State, UNC-Chapel Hill, Wake Forest headed to bowls
-Gamecocks to face Huskers in bowl
-49ers stun UConn, continue dream run
-Kurt Busch is out at Penske Racing

From the Hampton Roads Daily Press
-Virginia Tech needed perfect storm to receive BCS at-large
-Virginia headed to the Chick-fil-A Bowl to play Auburn

From the Norfolk Virginian Pilot
-Hokies get sweet surprise- trip to Sugar Bowl
-Jets come back to top Redskins, 34-19