Bonesville Roundup: Headlines from East Carolina, the American Athletic Conference and Beyond

Bears waive LB Khaseem Greene
The Bears also signed quarterback Pat Devlin to a one-year contract and defensive tackle Terry Williams and linebacker Kyle Woestmann to three-year contracts
USA Today

Bears Waive LB Khaseem Greene Amid Series Of Roster Moves
CBS Chicago

How Justin Hardy Can Be the Solution to the Atlanta Falcons' Slot Receiver Problem
NumberFire

10 things we learned from Falcons� rookie minicamp
Atlanta Journal Constitution

Pirate golfers pressure-free
Greenville Daily Reflector (sub req'd)

College Baseball Central Top 25- May 11
College Baseball Central

Jays banking on high-velocity pitching prospect
StarPheonix

Two New Offers For Virginia Tech LB Target Tavante Beckett
TechSideline.com

Concussions Cause School Problems for Children
sciencetimes.com

May 11, 2015

From Bonesville.net
-Recruiting Wars- Offensive Line
-Short and sweet for Cougars
-Spied from the Crow's Nest

ECU Drops Series Finale At No. 21 Houston, 11-1 In Seven Innings
ecupirates.com

ECU Drops Series Finale At No. 21 Houston, 11-1 In Seven Innings
WNCT 9

Houston hammers ECU
Greenville Daily Reflector

Cougars crush Pirates, win series
WITN 7

Baseball. Baseball Wins Series; Remains Atop The American
UH Athletics

Bears feel fortunate to have signed rookie QB Shane Carden
ESPN

Kyran Bowman to give up football, focus on hoops
Havelock News

South Bend Cubs offense silenced in 4-1 loss to Hot Rods
WSBT 22

May 10, 2015

From Bonesville.net
-Pirates bounce back
-Spied from the Crow's Nest

From ecupirates.com
-Long Ball Lifts ECU To 4-1 Win Over No. 21 Houston
-Spang Closes Season With 73 At NCAA Regional

From the Greenville Daily Reflector
-ECU evens pivotal series
-Hardy adjusts in Atlanta
-Foster commits to ECU

From WRAL
-BSB- ECU uses longball to drop Houston, 4-1
-Falcons pick up pace under Dan Quinn

Long Ball Lifts ECU To 4-1 Win Over No. 21 Houston
WNCT 9

Harman, Lowery pace Pirates past Houston
WITN 7

Houston offense fails to convert hits into runs, falls to ECU
UWIRE

Houston falls to East Carolina 4-1 in The American baseball action
Examiner

May 9, 2015

From Bonesville.net
-Cougars pounce in series opener
-Spied from the Crow's Nest

From ecupirates.com
-ECU Falls At No. 21 Houston, 10-1
-Spang Drops Into A Tie For 50th At NCAA Raleigh Regional
-East Carolina Sends Small Group to Duke Twilight Invitational
-Game Day Central- ECU Travels To Houston For AAC Showdown

ECU drops Game 1
Greenville Daily Reflector

Pirates in prime position to win conference, make run at regional
Washington Daily News

ECU adds JUCO point guard to basketball recruiting class
Wilmington Star-News

From WNCT 9
-ECU Falls At No. 21 Houston, 10-1
-Many ECU students leave East after graduation

Subtropical Storm Ana late for ECU graduation
WITN 7

ECU drops series-opener on the road to Houston
Scout.com

Cougars Top ECU 10-1
Rivals.com

David Garrard officially retires from the NFL
First Coast News

May 8, 2015

From Bonesville.net
-ECU's leap of faith tests backers
-Spied from the Crow's Nest

From ecupirates.com
-Spang Cards Opening Round 76 At NCAA Raleigh Regional
-East Carolina's Season Comes to an End Against USF
-ECU Student-Athletes Eligible For 2015 Spring Commencement Ceremonies

College football recruiting- ECU scores slam dunk with latest recruit
Fayetteville Observer

From WNCT 9
-Pirate softball season ends with loss in AAC Tournament
-ECU commencement brings economic boost to East

Stadium set, ECU now watching weather for Friday morning graduation
WITN 7

Lebo Reflects on First AAC Season
Scout.com

From the Greenville Daily Reflector
-Ingle, Pirates in groove (Sub Req'd)
-Richmond's life as a pro (Sub Req'd)

SB- East Carolina's season comes to an end against USF
WRAL Sports

Draft analysts give Falcons high marks
ESPN

Bears rookies get first test in three-day minicamp
Daily Herald

Thursday night recruiting notebook
Spartanburg Herald-Journal

May 7, 2015

From Bonesville.net
-Ruff wins over star recruit and mom
-Spied from the Crow's Nest

Casey Alcorn Named to American Conference First Team
ecupirates.com

Southern Nash's Tahj Deans commits to ECU
Rocky Mount Telegram

Deans commits to ECU
247 Sports

The producers
Greenville Daily Reflector (Sub Req'd)

Panthers Invite ECU�s Koozie-Carrying Long Snapper to Tryout
blackandbluereview.com

Football- Remembering a Pirate playmaker, Kenny Strayhorn
New Bern Sun Journal

Ravens ink Worthy to three-year deal
Scout.com

Hometown heroes- Former Forestview standout thriving on the web.com golf tour
Gaston Gazette

Giants rookie Chris Heston- the Matt Shoemaker of 2015?
Minor League Ball (blog)

Softball- Bulls may need tourney crown to reach NCAAs
Tampa Bay Times

ECU watching weather for Friday morning graduation
WITN 7

May 6, 2015

ECU Set to Face USF in American Conference Tournament
ecupirates.com

Spied from the Crow's Nest
Bonesville.net

QB Shane Carden brings accuracy, 'fiery attitude' to Bears
Chicago Tribune

Carden relishes NFL chance
Greenville Daily Reflector

'Overlooked' Bears QB Shane Carden ready
Chicago Sun-Times

10 undrafted free agents who could become NFL stars
Yardbarker

GM- Bears were never close to drafting Jay Cutler's replacement
CBS Sports

Report- Ravens Sign ECU's Cam Worthy
WITN 7

Ravens signing undrafted East Carolina wide receiver Cam Worthy to three-year contract, sources say
The Baltimore Sun

Former 2,000-yard rusher Chris Johnson believes he�d fit well with Cowboys; �Dallas, come holler at me�
Dallas News

ECU coach headlines Pirate Armada stop
stpaulsreview.com

Bell latest Cavaliers star to reach Carroll HOF
Carroll County Times

Gill excited for new chapter as a Husker
rivals.com

Ex-Louisville guard Gill wants chance to prove himself at NU
Lincoln Journal Star

May 5, 2015

From Bonesville.net
-Weekend's outcome raises stakes
-AN EXCEPTIONAL DAY
-Juco WR/RB sticks with ECU
-Pirates ink power forward
-Spied from the Crow's Nest

From ecupirates.com
-Pirates Receive At-Large Bid To NCAA Men's Golf Championships
-Carden Signs Free Agent Contract With Bears
-Weekly Chat With Cliff Godwin (May 4, 2015)

From Scout.com
-P irates First To Offer Hawkins
-ECU: UFA Signees

Former South Point standout gets NFL tryout
Gaston Gazette

Chicago Bears Invite DT Terry Williams to Mini-Camp
BearGoggles

Bowl projection favorites emerge
ESPN

May 4, 2015

From Bonesville.net
-ECU Claims Series Win Over UConn, 5-2
-Spied from the Crow's Nest

From ecupirates.com
-ECU Claims Series Win Over UConn, 5-2
-ECU Earns Four Seed in American Conference Tournament

From the Greenville Daily Reflector
-Pirates claim series
-Hardy�s NFL dream comes true

BSB- Harman and Yorgen hit home runs in series victory
WRAL Sports

From WNCT 9
-Pirates host Exceptional Community Baseball League
-ECU Claims Series Win Over UConn, 5-2

From WITN 7
-ECU baseball team spends time with ECBL
-ECU takes series over UConn

From 247 Sports
-ECU baseball earns win over Connecticut
-Terry Williams signs with Chicago Bears
-Lamar Ivey signs with Seattle Seahawks
-Rose becomes third Pirate to sign with the Chicago Bears

Bears sign 15 undrafted free agents
Chicago Sun Times

Bears sign 15 undrafted free agents
Chicago Tribune

ECU Wins Weekend Series, Share of First Place
Scout.com

ECU Tops Huskies 5-2
Rivals.com

Justin Hardy poised to be the replacement for Harry Douglas?
Fox Sports

UConn Drops Rubber Match, 5-2, At East Carolina
uconnhuskies

East Carolina baseball tops UConn in weekend series
The East Carolinian

Justin Worley signs with Cleveland Browns
Rock Hill Herald

May 3, 2015

From Bonesville.net
-Tough Love lifts Pirates
-Spied from the Crow's Nest

From ecupirates.com
-Pirates Even Series With 5-4 Win Over Huskies
-Hardy Selected By Falcons In Fourth Round
-Game Day Central- ECU Hosts UConn In Conference Play

Pirates deadlock series
Greenville Daily Reflector

East Carolina quarterback all set to join Bears as free agent
Chicago Tribune

Football- Hardy heading to Atlanta
New Bern Sun Journal

Falcons Add To Receiving Corps With ECU's Hardy
WFMY 2

Watch- Falcons coach Dan Quinn on wide receiver Justin Hardy
Atlanta Journal Constitution

Justin Hardy selected by Atlanta Falcons
East Carolinian

East Carolina plans on meeting full cost of attendance for scholarship athletes
NBC Sports College Basketball Take

East Carolina evens series with UConn
WITN 7

Pirates Even Series With 5-4 Win Over Huskies
WNCT 9

Melley Joins 200-Hit Club In 5-4 Setback At East Carolina
uconnhuskies

From 247 Sports
-Reid Love carries ECU baseball past UConn
-Shane Carden signed by the Chicago Bears
-Hardy selected by Atlanta Falcons in the fourth round

From Scout.com
-Carden Signs With Bears
-Falcons Select Hardy In The Fourth Round
-Love Goes The Distance In Bounceback Win

From Rivals.com
-Carden is Chicago Bound
-Hardy Drafted by Falcons
-Love and ECU Top UConn 5-4

May 2, 2015

From Bonesville.net
-UConn thrashes Pirates
-Spied from the Crow's Nest

From ecupirates.com
-ECU Falls In Series Opener To UConn, 13-2
-Game Day Central- ECU Hosts UConn In Conference Play
-Cepulis And Kirk Named 2014-15 Most Outstanding Scholar-Athlete
-ECU Signs Deng Riak to a National Letter of Intent
-Spang Unanimously Named To All-American Conference Team

Football- Hardy still available in NFL Draft
New Bern Sun Journal

From the Greenville Daily Reflector
-Forgetful Friday for Pirates
-Pirates announce 3-man class

From the Wilmington Star-News
-ECU basketball lands three-star big man
-ECU willing to pay the price of playing with the big boys

ECU�s search for bona fide closer continues
Washington Daily News

From Scout.com
-Huskies Roll Pirates in Game 1
-Riak Signs with ECU
-Hardy Awaits His Moment in the NFL Draft

From WITN 7
ECU stumbles in series opener
ECU basketball signs Riak

ECU Falls In Series Opener To UConn, 13-2
WNCT 9

May 1, 2015

Spied from the Crow's Nest
Bonesville.net

Pirate Club Armada brings in ECU's McNeill, Compher and fans
Wilmington Star-News

Ruffin McNeill calls Wilmington home at ECU greet and meet at the Battleship
WWAY NewsChannel 3

From the Greenville Daily Reflector
-AAC contenders to battle
-ECU hoops set to sign 2 (Sub req'd)

UConn Back On The Road For Three At East Carolina
uconnhuskies

10 Questions With the Voice of the Diamond Pirates
247 Sports

From Scout.com
-LB Brooks Checks Out ECU
-Patterson Set To Visit ECU This Weekend

ECU drops road contest at Liberty
Washington Daily News

May 31, 2015

NCAA Baseball Tournament 2015 scores- Santa Barbara, ECU, Ole Miss among those eliminated
Sporting News

NCAA Baseball Roundup
Winston Salem Journal

From Baseball America
-2015 Regionals- Shepard's Blast Stuns Frogs
-2015 Regional Scoreboard

From the Raleigh News & Observer
-Shepard rallies NC State for 5-4 win over TCU in NCAA baseball
-Florida State rolling the dice with QB transfer Everett Golson
-Blackhawks roll into Cup Finals, beating Ducks 5-3 in Game 7

UNCW pushes LSU to limit, but loses 2-0 in NCAA play
Wilmington Star-News

LSU2, UNCW 0- Regional Update
New Orleans Times Picayune

From the Charleston (SC) Post & Courier
-College of Charleston�s 3-2 NCAA Tournament loss to FSU �not deflating�
-Sapakoff- Cougars built to juggle NCAA Tournament adversity
-Clemson baseball season ends; Leggett watch begins
-Sapakoff- Monte Lee�s last stand at College of Charleston?

From the Norfolk Virginian Pilot
-NCAA baseball | Virginia stymies San Diego State
-NCAA baseball | Radford wins elimination game
-NCAA baseball | VCU, Oregon State rained out

Budget numbers, Academic Progress Rates reveal plenty at area colleges
Hampton Roads Daily Press

Suspended guard Jones reinstated to Wake Forest basketball team
Wilmington Star-News

May 30, 2015

Odds are 2015 football season shaping up well in Old North State
Wilmington Star-News

NC State & Charleston win; ECU and Coastal Carolina lose opening day NCAA games
WWAY 3

Andy Suarez masterful as Miami Hurricanes beat FIU Panthers in NCAA tournament matchup
Miami Herald

Hurricanes open regional play with win over FIU
Florida Sun Sentinel

Miami Baseball Tops FIU 6-2 in NCAA Regional Opener
UMiami

College Baseball Regionals 2015- Results, Highlights and Bracket from Friday
Bleacher Report

NCAA regionals- VCU upsets Dallas Baptist; Virginia rallies past USC
The Advocate

From the Raleigh News & Observer
-NC State blanks Stony Brook 3-0 in NCAA tournament opener
-Catawba rallies to stay alive in Div. II baseball tournament
-NASCAR- Jimmie Johnson sets sights on 10th win at Dover�s Monster Mile
-2-time Rex Hospital Open winner Kyle Thompson back in lead
-Lightning strike- Tampa Bay beats Rangers, will play for Cup
-UNC non-conference basketball schedule coming together

From CBS Sports
-SEC coaches skeptical over cost of attendance
-SEC to distribute $31M in revenue per school
-SEC meetings- New rule prevents transfers with 'serious misconduct'

Coaches blast new NCAA eligibility standards
Winston Salem Journal

May 29, 2015

What to watch in the NCAA tournament's first round
ESPN

Breaking down College World Series hopefuls
News Gazette

From the Norfolk Virginian Pilot
-A quick look at the NCAA baseball tournament
-Local standouts help Radford get to NCAA tournament

WVU football still working out scheduling strategy
Charleston (WV) Daily Mail

UNC-Chapel Hill building to drop name of prominent KKK head
Associated Press

From the Raleigh News & Observer
-Wolfpack�s Preston Palmerio back home in Texas, where his baseball dreams began
-Former Duke star Nolan Smith tweets- Durham police pulled gun during traffic stop
-Hurricanes� CFO Amendola leaves organization
-Triangle-area leaders consider future of Carolina RailHawks
-Duke coach Mike Krzyzewski approves of college basketball rule changes
-NCAA Divison II Baseball- Catawba loss sets up rematch

Panthers' newcomers should help Benjamin
Winston Salem Journal

UNCW baseball's memories from '03 rekindled for return to NCAA
Wilmington Star-News

From the Charleston (SC) Post & Courier
-College of Charleston begins fundraising campaign for new athletic facility at Patriots Point
-�Unflappable� Taylor Clarke having record season for Cougars
-Tigers try to extend season at regional
-Holbrook, Crowe could face decision on comeback in 2016
-Three permanent opponents for USC in new hoop format

From the Charlotte Observer
-Michael Oher feels at home as Carolina Panthers left tackle
-Ex-49ers basketball coach Bill Foster remembered for building �firm foundation�
-Bay Area teacher to NBA MVP Steph Curry- Please don't visit my school
-Kyle Busch needs �good night� to grab NASCAR Cup win needed for Chase

May 28, 2015

From the Raleigh News & Observer
-RailHawks owner Aaron Davidson indicted in FIFA soccer corruption case
-RailHawks� fate raises questions about Triangle�s soccer future
-Indictment news casts pall over RailHawks� US Open Cup loss to Charlotte
-Duke, UNC, NC State make the grade in APR
-Coach K on Duke�s reloaded roster- �We�ll have firepower�
-Riley rebounds to push NC State into NCAA tournament

After 40-year wait, Warriors will face Cavs for title
San Francisco Chronicle

From the Charlotte Observer
-Dell Curry on son Stephen�s fall in NBA playoff game- �It was terrifying�
-Hornets hiring Dell Curry as team ambassador, special-projects advisor
-Clemson�s Dabo Swinney cancels appearance with anti-gay marriage organization

From the Greensboro News-Record
-Q&A- John Isner on birthdays, better tennis, old clothes
-Wealthy NCAA conference schools performing well in the class

From the Charleston (SC) Post & Courier
-Swinney cancels appearance at event
-Bill Foster, Clemson�s only Elite Eight coach, passes away
-Ace Crownover gives the Tigers a chance
-Cougars fine-tune road trip success

From the Norfolk Virginian Pilot
-Vick sets his sights on another season, another team
-Redskins release veterans Chris Chester, Tracy Porter
-Kent Bazemore makes largest gift ever by athlete to ODU

May 27, 2015

College athletics finance report- Non-Power 5 schools face huge money pressure
USA Today

From the Cleveland Plain Dealer
-Cavs destroy Atlanta Hawks 118-88 to advance to NBA Finals
-The LeBron James rundown
-Kyrie Irving makes a difference in Game 4
-Pluto- Trip to finals brings back LeBron's words

From the San Francisco Chronicle
-Stephen Curry�s fall in Houston puts head injuries in spotlight
-Stephen Curry isn�t listed on Warriors� injury report
-Even in deep hole, Houston shows resolve in confidence game

The road to Omaha- ACC outlook
Fox Sports

From the Raleigh News & Observer
-A trying time for Linda Woods, longtime assistant for UNC coaches Dean Smith, Bill Guthridge
-NC State baseball- Host TCU stumbles into NCAA tournament

RGIII looks relaxed as Redskins begin voluntary workouts
Norfolk Virginian Pilot

From the Charlotte Observer
-Five players to watch as Carolina Panthers begin OTAs
-Carl Edwards, Gibbs Racing looks to build on success of Race Weeks
-SEC passes regulation to better identify concussions

Removing graduate transfer rule would be height of hypocrisy for NCAA
Hampton Roads Daily Press

ACC Basketball- Charlotte transfer Torin Dorn considering N.C. State, Texas, Miami, Florida
Fayetteville Observer

From the Charleston (SC) Post & Courier
-Clemson�s Dabo Swinney under fire for scheduled appearance at anti-gay group fundraiser
-Clemson surrounded by CWS champions at regional

May 26, 2015

Div 1 Baseball Bracket
NCAA.com

N.C. State, East Carolina, UNC-Wilmington in NCAA baseball tournament
Fayetteville Observer

N.C. State, ECU earn NCAA baseball tournament bids; UNC left out
Rocky Mount Telegram

NCAA baseball tourney doesn�t include Tar Heels
Greensboro News & Appointment

ECU and NC State will join UNCW at NCAA Baseball Tournament
WWAY 3

UNCW baseball heads to Baton Rouge
Wilmington Star News

From the Charleston Post & Courier
-C of C misses by one win, or one ballpark
-CofC to face Auburn in NCAA Baseball Regional

From the Raleigh News & Observer
-UNC basketball family comes together again to mourn Bill Guthridge
-Happy NCAA return for NC State baseball
-North Carolina misses NCAA baseball tournament for first time since 2001
-Stamkos, Lightning on verge of spot in Stanley Cup finals

May 25, 2015

Local teams will have to travel to NCAA regionals
Wilmington Star News

From the Charleston Post & Courier
-College of Charleston passed over as host for NCAA baseball regional
-South Carolina approaching end of an era with NCAA streak on the brink

From the Charlotte Observer
-Slow, steady wins Charlotte race for Carl Edwards
-Jimmie Johnson spins out twice, falls short at Coca-Cola 600
-Juan's World! Montoya beats Power for second Indy 500 win
-Bruton Smith had �honestly given up� on NASCAR Hall of Fame induction

From the Winston Salem Journal
-Carl Edwards wins Coca-Cola 600 for first victory with Joe Gibbs Racing
FSU beats N.C. State to win ACC baseball title
-UNC Wilmington wins Colonial crown

Florida State stops Wolfpack in ACC final
Durham Herald-Sun

May 24, 2015

From the Charlotte Observer
-NASCAR- Coca-Cola 600 preview in 3 minutes
-Job won�t be done until NASCAR tracks have padded every wall
-Charlotte�s addition of 4,800 feet of energy absorbing material a �positive thing�
-Still the King- Memories fade, but goal hasn�t changed for Richard Petty
-Mock draft- With the 9th pick, the Charlotte Hornets take

From the Raleigh News & Observer
-NC State baseball sweeps through pool play
-Tar Heel of the Week- Michael Peters focuses on helping athletes see better
-Florida State upsets Louisville to reach ACC baseball final
-Curry, Golden State rout Houston 115-80 to take 3-0 lead
-Blackhawks beat Ducks 5-4 in Game 4 of Western final

UNCW tops College of Charleston 7-6 to win CAA title
Wilmington Star-News

From the Charleston Post & Courier
-UNC Wilmington dumps Cougars, 4-3, in 10 innings
-Cougars still make a great case to host

Sammy Batten- Future is now for FSU athletics, on hunt for new AD
Fayetteville Observer

Quick offseason schedule thoughts- ACC Coastal Division
NBC Sports

May 23, 2015

From the Fayetteville Observer
-Stephen Schramm- Wheels of NCAA justice move slowly, but at least they're moving
-UNC receives Notice of Allegations from the NCAA

From the Wilmington Star-News
-UNC receives NCAA notice of allegations
-Wolfpack unexpectedly sizzling into baseball postseason

From the Charlotte Observer
-North Carolina receives a Notice of Allegations from the NCAA- what it means and what's next
-Bubba Wallace is best hope for full-time black driver in NASCAR Cup series
-NASCAR�s Generation Next- Chase Elliott, Ryan Blaney, Erik Jones, Kyle Larson
-Soldier who saved hundreds of lives to be memorialized on No. 48 Lowe�s Patriotic Chevy on Sunday
-For would-be NASCAR drivers, getting sponsor is challenging
-Democrat calls on Clemson coach Dabo Swinney to back out of fundraiser
-NC State knocks off Miami in 12, will play for ACC baseball title
-NFC South winners and losers- Panthers LB Thomas Davis says wait and see
-Snow College lineman lives Utah's 'Blind Side' story

From the Virginian Pilot
-U.Va. eliminated from title contention in ACC baseball
-UNC receives NCAA notice of allegations in academic case

UNC Wilmington dumps Cougars, 4-3, in 10 innings
Charleston (SC) Post & Courier

From the Winston Salem Journal
-Gordon not ready for sentimentality at Coca-Cola 600
-Charges dismissed against Ray Rice

May 22, 2015

From the Charlotte Observer
-NASCAR�s Dale Earnhardt Jr. | Living the dream?
-Coca-Cola 600- Matt Kenseth takes 1st Sprint Cup pole at Charlotte
-Carl Edwards looks to reverse his luck in Charlotte
-Panthers� WR Kelvin Benjamin nursing hamstring injury
-Carolina Panthers sign former Saints safety Marcus Ball

Jeff Gordon to join Fox as full-time analyst in 2016
Winston Salem Journal

From the Raleigh News & Observer
-With championship hopes lost, UNC still searching for spark in ACC baseball tournament
-NC State�s Brian Brown strikes out 10 in 3-0 win over Notre Dame
-Warriors hold off Harden, Rockets 99-98 to take 2-0 lead

From the Charleston (SC) Post & Courier
-Tigers topple No. 3 Louisville
-Clarke, Cougars blank Elon, 9-0, in CAA Baseball Tournament

From the Norfolk Virginian Pilot
-ODU football coach Bobby Wilder gets a little national attention from USA Today
-Are the Hokies a borderline top 25 team- According to math, yes

Two So. Miss WRs charged in armed robbery
CBS Sports

May 21, 2015

From the Raleigh News & Observer
-UNC loses lead, opportunities in 7-4 loss against Louisville
-ACC baseball- Miami Hurricanes use big 8th inning to beat Virginia
-FSU baseball star DJ Stewart makes big impression, may be 1st-round pick
-Teddy Greenstein- Big Ten seeking ways to emphasize academics in college sports
-Deer farming changes pass state Senate, go to House

Missouri likely ends USC�s season in SEC Tournament
Charleston (SC) Post & Courier

From the Charlotte Observer
-Bruton Smith leads 2016 NASCAR Hall of Fame class
-Brian France speaks up for rival Bruton Smith before NASCAR vote
-Statement from Bruton Smith about being named to NASCAR Hall of Fame
-Bios- NASCAR Hall of Fame Class of 2016
-Panthers waive 2013 4th rounder Edmund Kugbila
-Will Hornets draft the right player with 9th pick- I don�t trust them
-Golden State�s Stephen Curry on cover of Sports Illustrated
-Despite strong start, NASCAR driver Kasey Kahne looking for more

Deacons� Manning reinstates Jones
Winston Salem Journal

Radford advances in Big South baseball tournament
Roanoke Times

May 20, 2015

From the Raleigh News & Observer
-UNC baseball stays alive with 5-3 victory against Virginia Tech
-Virginia advances into ACC baseball tournament pool play
-North Carolina lawmakers honor Duke's NCAA title

From the Wilmington Star-News
-UNC baseball lives to play another day � and then some
-Wolfpack slugger Shepard making most of long-awaited �Chance�
-Big finish requires good starts by UNCW baseball

From the Hampton Roads Daily Press
-ACC baseball tournament- Sborz pitches one-hit shutout as U.Va. advances, but Hokies fall to Heels
-U.Va.'s quarterback transfers speak to recruiting, program management

NFL to change extra-point kicks to longer distance
Fayetteville Observer

From the Charlotte Observer
-Panthers� Thomas Davis takes 180 mph spin with Dale Earnhardt Jr
-What Ryan Tannehill's new deal means for Cam Newton
-Charlotte Hornets stay at No. 9 in draft lottery results
-Timberwolves win draft lottery, Lakers move to No. 2
-NASCAR hits Kasey Kahne�s Truck team with fine
-Ex-Charlotte 49ers assistant Ryan Odom named basketball coach at Lenoir-Rhyne
-NCAA urges caution on idea of paying college athletes

From the Charleston (SC) Post & Courier
-Clemson DE accused of financial fraud, dismissed from football team
-Clemson AD- Leggett job status call won�t take long
-Sapakoff: No more South Carolina losing streak, same Dabo Swinney energy

ODU is recruiting U.Va. quarterback Greyson Lambert
Norfolk Virginian Pilot

May 19, 2015

It's a magical Monday for Minjee Lee
Norfolk Virginian Pilot

From the Raleigh News & Observer
-UNC baseball faces �do or die� day in ACC tournament play-in game
-NC lawmakers holding joint session to honor Duke's title

Hokies, Cavaliers need wins on Tuesday to stick around at ACC baseball tourney
Roanoke Times

From the Charlotte Observer
-What time is Tuesday�s NBA draft lottery- And what are odds for Charlotte Hornets?
-This first-time NASCAR Hall of Fame voter will celebrate history, common ground
-What offseason? Key NFL owners meetings this week
-Davidson�s Bob McKillop, Charlotte�s Mark Price shrug at proposed NCAA rules changes

From the Winston Salem Journal
-Wake Forest's Manning OK with shortened shot clock
-Louisville favored in its first ACC baseball tournament

From the Charleston (SC) Post & Courier
-Red-hot Clemson still battling for NCAA baseball bid
-Injury-riddled Gamecocks head to SEC Tournament with season on the line
-SoCon Baseball Tournament Capsules

May 18, 2015

From the Charlotte Observer
-Rory McIlroy�s dominance is mesmerizing at Quail Hollow
-Rory McIlroy cruises in record-shattering Wells Fargo Championship
-Webb Simpson can�t stop Rory McIlroy�s charge at Quail Hollow
-Just as important as $1 million, Denny Hamlin found speed at Charlotte
-Charlotte 49ers still recruiting big men
-Panther QB Cam Newton's act of chivalry draws praise on Twitter
-Katinka Hosszu right at home in Charlotte after big weekend at Arena Pro Swim Series

With a Preakness win, Baffert and American Pharoah shift focus to Belmont, Triple Crown
Baltimore Sun

From the Norfolk Virginian Pilot
-Lee ahead as Kingsmill Championship needs extra day
-ODU will pay stipends to athletes, but how much?

College of Charleston makes its case to host NCAA baseball regional
Columbia (SC) Post & Courier

May 17, 2015

From the Charlotte Observer
-Denny Hamlin wins Saturday night�s NASCAR Sprint All-Star Race
-Hamlin�s pit crew key to $1 million all-star check
-Jeff Gordon stoic about his last NASCAR Sprint All-Star race
-Brad Keselowski caught speeding, finishes 9th in all-star race
-Kathleen Baker clocks 10th-fastest time for American in 100-meter backstroke
-Record-setting day for Rory McIlroy in Wells Fargo at Quail Hollow
-At Quail Hollow, Rory McElroy played like he owned the course -- he did

From the Raleigh News & Observer
-Bill Guthridge a leader who was content to blend in
-UNC baseball swept in consecutive ACC series for first time since 2001
-NC State baseball drops finale to Louisville, looks ahead to ACC
-American Pharoah romps in Preakness; Triple Crown try next

USC facing anxious wait following loss
Charleston Post & Courier

Virginia QB exodus continues with transfer of Lambert
Wilmington Star-News

Carlton- NCAA hears critics, makes big changes to basketball rules to boost scoring
Dallas Morning News

For college football, big crowds vs. televised games may be a losing battle
Tulsa World

May 16, 2015

From the Charlotte Observer
-Webb Simpson, Robert Streb share Wells Fargo Championship lead
-Geoff Ogilvy in 8th-place tie at Quail Hollow thanks to late birdies
-Arizona�s Stanley Johnson might not be No. 1, but he�d sure help Charlotte Hornets
-NASCAR�s flexibility makes Kyle Busch relevant, and that�s good
-All-Star Race- Event reflects NASCAR change, growth
-Phelps, Lochte duel yields no winner

May 15, 2015

From the Charlotte Observer
-Patrick Reed among latest phenoms changing face of PGA Tour
-Robert Streb posts early 65, holds off Patrick Reed, Kevin Chappell by stroke
-NASCAR- With 30 drivers for 3 spots, Showdown looms at Charlotte
-Thomas Davis� whirlwind offseason continues at Coca-Cola 600
-Charlotte Hornets Christmas uniforms leak online
-Michael Phelps vs. Ryan Lochte in Charlotte- �It�s showtime�

Blackwelder family comes full circle at LPGA's Kingsmill Championship
Hampton Roads Daily Press

From the Raleigh News & Observer
-Louisville halts NC State streak with 4-3 win
-UNC loses lead late in 2-1 loss against Virginia
-Former Duke player Tyus Jones- I finished college career on top
-ACC referee Clougherty earns his hall-of-fame stripes

From the Charleston (SC) Post & Courier
-Sapakoff- Warming up to an NCAA baseball Charleston Regional
-Comeback win keeps USC hopes alive
-Help could be on its way for Braves

From the Roanoke Times
-What to watch for as Redskins open rookie minicamp Friday
-2015-16 ACC Championship sites announced

May 14, 2015

From the Raleigh News & Observer
-UNC�s Bill Guthridge, a �gentleman coach and fiery competitor,� dies at 77
-Guthridge was more than loyal to Dean Smith
-Guthridge never sought the spotlight
-Tough task awaits red-hot Wolfpack baseball team
-Maryland, UNC to meet in ACC-Big Ten Challenge
-Driver of crashed Mudcats bus cited for speed
-NC State- Assistant coach Rob Moxley out of hospital

UNC loses another coaching legend with death of Bill Guthridge
Wilmington Star-News

To pay or not to pay college athletes?
Asheville Citizen Times

From CBS Sports
-Ex-UNC DB charged with violating NC agent law
-Mornhinweg out, Del Rio in at QB on UF roster
-Bowden- Winston an 'embarrassment' to FSU
-UAB president- Football decision by June 1
-Report- Beckman named in Toledo hazing suit
-Malzahn on WR transfer scare- Kids being kids

From the Charlotte Observer
-Despite frustrating losses, Phil Mickelson�s love for Quail Hollow never stronger
-Wells Fargo Championship leaderboard
-Lincoln County boy gets surprise from Carolina Panthers on �Ellen�
-Former Carolina Panthers DE Greg Hardy�s surrendered guns to be sold or destroyed
-Charlotte Grand Prix- 6 swimmers to watch (besides Michael Phelps, Ryan Lochte)
-#KBShow to return as NASCAR grants Chase waiver to Kyle Busch

May 13, 2015

From the Durham Herald-Sun
-DAY IN COURT- Ex-athlete implicated in UNC grid probe, faces judge
-Social media at center of UNC-related probes
-McCann- NCAA should hasten UNC ruling

From the Raleigh News & Observer
-Former UNC player Chris Hawkins charged with violating sports agent law
-Pair travel a long way for US Open golf qualifier at Duke
-Pinehurst to host 2019 US Amateur
-Lessons from buses that go bump in the night
-Carolina Mudcats �fortunate� after team bus crashes
-Ducks present mighty challenge to Blackhawks, Corey Crawford

Jeff Jacobs- Penalties Are Too Harsh, But No Sympathy For Brady Or Pats
Hartford Courant

From the Charlotte Observer
-Webb Simpson readies for Wells Fargo Championship after making clean break with belly putter
-Wells Fargo tournament guide
-Hall of Fame QB Jim Kelly gets, gives inspiration
-Injured NASCAR driver Kyle Busch to return for All-Star Race
-Jimmie Johnson heads into Charlotte NASCAR races on a roll
-Carolina Panthers RB Brandon Wegher, with trouble behind him, gets NFL shot

Tar Heels hold off the Seahawks in UNCW�s final non-conference baseball game; ECU gets shutout win
WWAY 3

From the Wilmington Star-News
-Little things prevent UNCW from taking advantage of big opportunity against UNC
-Plenty of talk, not much action expected at ACC spring meetings

Hokies Offer Michigan State RB Commit
Originally Adams was committed to East Carolina but decommitted in November
247 Sports

Ritsche built WSSU baseball program from scratch
Winston Salem Journal

May 12, 2015

From the Raleigh News & Observer
-Dismissed Blue Devil Sulaimon transfers to Maryland
-Duke-Maryland- Make it happen now that Sulaimon�s there
-Canadiens confident they can force Game 7 against Lightning

From the Charlotte Observer
-Carolina Panthers sign second-round pick Devin Funchess
-Luke Kuechly wins Butkus Award a second time
-NFL suspends Brady 4 games for deflated footballs
-Brady gets what he deserves as NFL suspends QB for 4 games
-Ex-Clemson cornerback Garry Peters plans to stay late, long with Carolina Panthers
-Quail Hollow in good shape for Wells Fargo Championship
-Erik Jones� Cup series debut was fast and he hopes not final

Game change- Scholarships covering the full cost of attendance mean less stress for athletes, but another expense for universities
Tulsa World

UAB task force raises $6 million for football
CBS Sports

May 11, 2015

From the Raleigh News & Observer
-Debbie Yow backs up NC State plan with action
-Rickie Fowler delivers major performance to win Players

From the Charlotte Observer
-Safety Dean Marlowe hopes to be a hit with Carolina Panthers
-Wells Fargo Championship field boasts 8 top 20 golfers
-LeBron changes play, hits jumper at horn to beat Bulls
-Not a big gambler, Jimmie Johnson cashes in at Kansas

May 10, 2015

From the Norfolk Virginian Pilot
-In NCAA hoops rules talks, it's time for an about-pace
-ODU may build new football stadium at Foreman Field

From the Charleston (SC) Post & Courier
-What it cost to play the greatest public golf courses in America
-College of Charleston seals UNCW series with 5-4 win

From the Charlotte Observer
-From shed to NFL, David Mayo trying to find home with Carolina Panthers
-NFL must suspend New England Patriots QB Tom Brady for Deflategate
-NASCAR- Jimmie Johnson wins Saturday night�s SpongeBob SquarePants 400 at Kansas
-By 1990 All-Star Race, Dale Earnhardt was NASCAR�s most loved, most feared

From the Raleigh News & Observer
-Rodon helps White Sox beat Reds 8-2 for doubleheader split
-Duke lacrosse season ends with upset loss to Ohio State

May 9, 2015

From the Charlotte Observer
-Rookies Shaq Thompson, Devin Funchess leave Panthers� minicamp with injuries
-At Carolina Panthers� minicamp, rookie tackle Daryl Williams gets extra push
-Jeff Gordon returns to Kansas comfort zone
-Where Carolinas players stand entering the NBA Draft Combine

Doug Smock- In defense of Herd�s schedule
Charleston (WV) Gazette-Mail

Wolfpack assistant Moxley �responsive, recovering� after apparently serious medical problem
Wilmington Star-News

May 8, 2015

From the Charlotte Observer
-Carolina Panthers� backfield features 2 Cams from Auburn
-Carolina Panthers sign 3 draft picks on eve of rookie minicamp
-ACC�s Clougherty to retire after 2015-16 college basketball season
-Often criticized, Clougherty�s real work at ACC has gone largely unseen
-Erik Jones keeps expectations at Kansas Speedway �realistic�
-LSU's Collins signs with Cowboys after draft hopes dashed
-Jordan Spieth sputters in star group at Players

U.Va. hopes bumpy follow-up to last season's CWS near-glory will have positive conclusion
Hampton Roads Daily Press

Duke baseball opens crucial road series at Virginia
The Chronicle

Liberty to Face No. 26 Coastal Carolina in Key Big South Series
Liberty University

From the Charleston Post & Courier
-For USC, a sense of urgency heading to Texas A&M
-Notre Dame transfer Everett Golson would need waiver to play at SEC school

Wolfpack party- N.C. State coaches make caravan stop in New Bern
New Bern Sun Journal

A&M surpassing UT in Texas football fan base
Houston Chronicle

May 7, 2015

From the Charlotte Observer
-Carolina Panthers QB Cam Newton won�t walk at Auburn graduation
-NASCAR driver Kevin Harvick busy connecting with sport�s history
-Can 49ers� Blitch, Cooper overcome odds, make NFL rosters?

From the Greensboro News-Record
-Jimmie Johnson denies allowing Earnhardt to win NASCAR race
-Hard 'N Fast- Racing loves when Dale Earnhardt Jr. wins

Shaq Falls Down, Offers $500 To Turn It Into A #Shaqtinafall Meme
Huffington Post

From CBS Sports
-Marshall's Butler dismissed after battery arrest
-Big 12 adopts tiebreakers to determine champ
-Pac-12, MWC discuss possible bowl in Australia
-Texas AD hints hoops and golf only in Dubai

Fitch Getting Going in OC Role
Boston Globe

From the Hartford Courant
-Jeff Jacobs- Brady Guilty- Depends Where Your Loyalties Lie
-NFL- 'Likely' Patriots Deflated Balls, Brady Was 'Aware'

David Robinson�s son awarded scholarship by Duke
Wilmington Star-News

In the minors, it's a small world after all
Norfolk Virginian Pilot

May 6, 2015

From the Charlotte Observer
-Film study- Devin Funchess makes Carolina Panthers a matchup nightmare
-Trai Turner 'doing his best' to recruit, show support for La'el Collins
-Carolina Panthers assistant coach Bruce DeHaven taking medical leave
-Carolina Panthers agree to terms with 10 undrafted free agents
-Charlotte 49ers quarterback spot still wide open
-Did Jimmie Johnson let Dale Earnhardt Jr. win at Talladega?

Wake Forest unveils new football uniforms
Winston Salem Journal

Workhorse Kelley is �go-to guy� out of UNC bullpen
Wilmington Star-News

From the Norfolk Virginian Pilot
-On RGIII's future with the Washington Redskins
-ODU basketball gets Illinois transfer Austin Colbert
-An unseen force of ODU athletics takes a final bow

From CBS Sports
-About face- No title game, Big 12 commish says
-CFP trips cost Ohio St. $4.4M, Oregon $3.8M

From the Raleigh News & Observer
-Pacquiao could face disciplinary action for shoulder
-MVP Stephen Curry changed Golden State Warriors� culture
-Seven Duke players sign with NFL teams as undrafted free agents

Bats displaced from Kyle Field could die without suitable habitat
Houston Chronicle

May 5, 2015

From the Charlotte Observer
-Charlotte saw Stephen Curry grow from �scrawny kid� to NBA MVP
-It�s official- Stephen Curry named NBA�s MVP
-NBA MVP- Stephen Curry�s circles of greatness
-A neat story about Stephen Curry and good parenting
-Belk to sponsor football game between UNC, South Carolina
-UNC freshman Theo Pinson undergoes foot surgery
-Carolina Panthers agree to terms with 10 undrafted free agents
-Charlotte 49ers pick up commitment from Winston-Salem guard
-Rory McIlroy says he will play in Charlotte�s Wells Fargo Championship

From the Raleigh News & Observer
-College football championship game attracts Minnesota bid
-UNC�s Anson Dorrance leads thrice-weekly soccer scrimmages

From CBS Sports
-TITLE GAME: Big 12 playing with fire
-MWC considers change to title-game selection
-WR Nelson may be final UAB player drafted
-Oops- Louisville DC tweets list of recruits

Chuck Landon- Cato not signing as free agent a surprise?
Huntington Herald-Dispatch

Redskins' McCloughan eyed big schools in 1st draft
Norfolk Virginian Pilot

Fayetteville looking to lure Charlotte Hornets' D-League team
Fayetteville Observer

May 4, 2015

From the Charlotte Observer
-Media reports- Stephen Curry to be named NBA�s MVP
-Roaring Riot brings spirit to Panthers games
-Panthers� GM Gettleman deals picks in NFL draft but fills key positions
-Dale Earnhardt Jr. gets 6th Cup win at Talladega

From USA Today
-Dale Jr.'s 'brother' directs No. 88 to Talladega victory
-FTW- Mayweather-Pacquiao a waste
-Kentucky Derby�s top 3 headed to Preakness
-First impressions- Draft classes ranked from 1-32
-5 teams who will get instant boost from rookies

At last, Redskins have a real draft plan
Norfolk Virginian Pilot

ACC has 47 players drafted � but none from either UNC or State
Wilmington Star-News

May 3, 2015

From USA Today
-Coach Quinn believes 1st NFL draft with Falcons a success
-NFL team drafts ranked- See how your team fared
-Mayweather beats Pacquiao to stay perfect
-Mayweather to relinquish titles- �I�m not greedy�
-Pacquiao says he fought despite shoulder injury
-Some Mayweather-Pacquiao PPV buyers lose feed
-Triple Crown- American Pharoah could be it

From the Charlotte Observer
-Panthers� GM Gettleman deals picks in NFL draft but fills key positions
-Carolina Panthers trade up 22 spots to take Oklahoma OT Daryl Williams
-Carolina Panthers� post-draft depth chart
-Talking heads dislike picks, but Dave Gettleman doesn�t care
-Charlotte Hornets want to own, operate a Development League team
-Danica Patrick�s sponsorship loss underscores importance of financial backing in NASCAR

2015 NFL undrafted free agents- Best players still available after the draft
Sporting News

From the Raleigh News & Observer
-Duke�s Jamison Crowder selected by Washington Redskins in NFL Draft
-UNC fills need with commitment from Kenny Williams
-Laken Tomlinson- Duke foundation�s building block
-Why the Carolina Hurricanes can�t count on NHL draft to fix their problems
-NHL commissioner says no plans to move teams

From the Norfolk Virginian Pilot
-Heinicke signs $1.3 million contract with Vikings
-On final day of draft, Redskins add some beef

May 2, 2015

From the Charlotte Observer
-Carolina Panthers trade up 16 spots, take Michigan�s Devin Funchess
-Carolina Panthers, round 2, pick 41 | Devin Funchess
-Film shows Panthers pick Shaq Thompson may best fit at weakside LB
-Shaq Thompson a luxury- Not if he can fill role for Carolina Panthers
-Laken Tomlinson- Duke foundation�s building block
-NASCAR drivers hopeful for new qualifying format at superspeedways
-Dallas defensive end Greg Hardy tweets 9/11 �joke�
-2015 NFL Draft- Top remaining players after third round

Panthers add big target
Winston Salem Journal

From the Virginian Pilot
-Redskins get Miss. St.�s Preston Smith, add extra picks
-Sweetpea- Pacquio and Mayweather can't touch me

From the Fayetteville Observer
-Mayweather-Pacquiao ready for richest fight in history
-Stephen Schramm- Brandon Ingram a rare in-state recruit for Duke
-From Harnett Central to Campbell, with a two-sport stop at N.C. State in between, Brian Taylor comfortable with the Camels

May 1, 2015

From the Charlotte Observer
-Carolina Panthers take versatile LB Shaq Thompson in NFL draft
-How�s this for odd- Thomas Davis announced Shaq Thompson pick
-NFL Draft- How the first-round picks fit
-Winston, Panthers are soon to meet
-Crew chief change doesn�t slow Jamie McMurray
-UNC�s NFL draft pipeline runs dry, years after Butch Davis firing

Washington passes on defense, grabs Iowa offensive lineman with 1st-round pick
Hampton Roads Daily Press

From the Norfolk Virginian Pilot
-Redskins take Brandon Scherff with 5th pick in draft
-ODU names Shuler Bentley its starting quarterback

Another big draft ahead for ACC headliners, sleepers
Wilmington Star-News

From the Florida Times Union
-Fowler to the Jaguars- Four reasons it makes sense and one reason why it doesn't
-Gene Frenette- Fowler had more than style points on his side with Jaguars

Wake Forest's Kevin Johnson taken at No. 16 by Houston in NFL draft
Fayetteville Observer

Falcons pick Beasley, pass on Gurley
Atlanta Journal Constitution

From the Charleston Post & Courier
-Homecoming- Clemson�s Vic Beasley drafted 8th overall by Atlanta Falcons
-Saints snag Stephone Anthony late in NFL draft first round

Mayweather-Pacquiao tops unbelievable Saturday sports lineup
Washington Daily News

May 31, 2015

Tulane Moves On To Sunday With Dominant Win at Baton Rouge Regional
theamerican.org

Tulane conquers Lehigh and a weather delay with big bats Saturday
New Orleans Times Picayune

From the Houston Chronicle
-Weather wreaks havoc on Houston Regional as play suspended until Sunday
-Cougars recover from ugly start to top HBU in regional opener

Florida tops USF 8-2 in baseball's Gainesville Region
Tampa Bay Times

Puk pitches Florida past South Florida 8-2
Tampa Tribune

Jeff Jacobs- Ominous Financial Times For UConn Athletics
Hartford Courant

BYU: The injured stars are back, but can they handle the schedule?
College Football News

May 30, 2015

From theamerican.org
-Houston, USF Win Opening Games of NCAA Regionals
-Football Friday- An In-Depth Look at the 2015 Schedule

USF tops Florida Atlantic in Gainesville Regional
Tampa Tribune

Opponent Preview- Temple
Rivals.com

May 29, 2015

From theamerican.org
-American Athletic Conference Announces Details of First Football Championship
Baseball Championship Recap and Regional Play Preview This Week on The Rise

From the Orlando Sentinel
-Florida court rules in favor of UCF athletics, caps damages in Ereck Plancher case
-American conference football championship game time, location set

American Conference releases details of its first football title game
USA Today

AAC unveils details for first-ever championship game
YAHOO! Sports

From the New Orleans Times Picayune
-LSU Regional- On Deck
-Tulane coach David Pierce says Duester's pluck and Alex Box experience made him Friday's starter
-Tulane RF Lex Kaplan wants LSU fans to hate him like they hated his brother
-Baton Rouge Regional- What to know about UNC Wilmington baseball team
-Houston Regional- What to know about Rice baseball team

Houston regional scouting reports- Houston and Houston Baptist
Baton Rouge Advocate

Ty Neal, Bearcats to host 'An Evening With Pete Rose'
Cincinnati Enquirer

From the Raleigh News & Observer
-Terry Larrier Transfers To UConn Men's Basketball Team
-Andre Drummond Keeps His Promise, Becomes 6-10 Prom Date
-UConn Football Insider- BYU, QB Taysom Hill To Provide Huge Challenge

From the Tulsa World
-AAC commissioner says conference can become part of autonomy group
-TU moves game at Tulane to Friday; Homecoming time set

USF Bulls baseball happily relies on consistent Borders
Tampa Bay Times

May 28, 2015

From theamerican.org
-2015 Football Schedule Updates
Best Moments from 2015 Baseball Championship
-Katie Kirk Named Recipient of 2015 Dinah Shore Trophy
-Get to know our new football coaches

From the Orlando Sentinel
-American Athletic Conference can become a part of autonomy group, commissioner says
-American Athletic Conference imposes new concussion policy
-UCF announces kickoff times for Furman, East Carolina football games

From the New Orleans Times Picayune
-Tulane pitching staff might be best in Baton Rouge Regional; no starter named yet though
-No one knows the Baton Rouge Regional better than former Tulane coach Rick Jones- Jeff Duncan

Opening win was springboard for USF baseball success
Tampa Tribune

UConn Men's Basketball Scores Perfect 1,000 APR Again
Hartford Courant

Cougars land two more top recruits to solid class
Houston Chronicle

National outlet- What SMU fans should look forward to the most this season
Dallas Morning News

Memphis commit Nick Marshall to play this season
Memphis Commercial Appeal

TU moves game at Tulane to Friday; Homecoming time set
Tulsa World

From the Tampa Bay Times
-APR results- Bulls make the grade, and then some
-Bulls may be close to adding another QB

May 27, 2015

From the New Orleans Times Picayune
-What's good about facing UNC-Wilmington? Tulane players tell us
-Tulane ace Corey Merrill might not pitch NCAA Regional opener Friday

Military Bowl set for Dec. 28 in Annapolis
Annapolis Capital

USF Baseball, The Committee Got it Right
College Baseball Central

From the Tampa Bay Times
-Harlan- AAC agenda bereft of bombshells
-Remember the Titans- USF's first win may have been biggest

National writer- SMU basketball will face tougher conference slate in improved AAC
Dallas Morning News

What's next for TU basketball?
Tulsa World

Tigers host Oklahoma on Nov. 17 at FedExForum
Memphis Commercial Appeal

May 26, 2015

USF baseball gets NCAA bid; UF, FSU, Miami to host
Tampa Tribune

Bulls back in NCAAs for first time since 2002
Tampa Bay Times

From the New Orleans Times Picayune
-Tulane baseball NCAA Regional Notes- Familiar foes await in Baton Rouge
-Tulane starting second baseman Jake Willsey remains suspended for NCAA Regional

Tulane looking forward to challenge at Baton Rouge regional
Baton Rouge Advocate

May 25, 2015

From theamerican.org
VIDEO Recap: East Carolina Wins 2015 Baseball Championship
-East Carolina Wins American Baseball Championship

Houston Selected to Host NCAA Baseball Regional
UH Cougars

University of Houston to host NCAA regional for first time since 2000
Houston Chronicle

From the New Orleans Times Picayune
-Tulane baseball has watchful eyes and NCAA Regional hopes this weekend
-NCAA releases 16 baseball Regional Sites; Tulane awaits fate

Tulsa football helmet part of College Football Hall of Fame
Tulsa World

Preview 2015 - Navy Midshipmen
College Football News

Baseball- Assessing the Bulls' NCAA resume
Tampa Bay Times

Army, Navy won't move game, risk CFP access
CBS Sports

May 24, 2015

From theamerican.org
-East Carolina and Houston will play for Baseball Championship Title Sunday
-East Carolina Holds Off UConn To Reach American Championship Final
-Houston Slugs Its Way To Championship Game, 17-3
Baseball Championship Recap - Day 5

Cougars cruise past Memphis in record-setting rout
Houston Chronicle

Baseball Wins Big; Advances to Championship Game
UHCougars.com

Tulane baseball has watchful eyes and NCAA Regional hopes this weekend
New Orleans Times Picayune

May 23, 2015

From theamerican.org
-Late Rally Puts UConn In Semifinals of American Championship
-Memphis Races Past USF Into Semifinal Round

Baseball Rallies For Five-Run Eighth In 7-6 Win Over Tulane At American Championship
UCONN Huskies

AAC loss puts Bulls in difficult position
Tampa Tribune

USF ousted from conference baseball tournament
Tampa Bay Times

From the Houston Chronicle
-UH recruit Ed Oliver says family ties played factor in decision
-Cougars get verbal commitment from Texas' No. 2 rated player

Mamadou Diarra, Connecticut Prep Star, Commits To UConn
Hartford Courant

From the Cincinnati Enquirer
-UC football receives commitment from Ohio quarterback
-Doc- Justice for Oscar Robertson, 60 years removed

University of Memphis president a Twitter wit
Memphis Commercial Appeal

TU football preview- Deep receiver corps, but interception issues
Tulsa World

May 22, 2015

From theamerican.org
-Baseball Championship Thursday Recap
-East Carolina Edges Tulane To Reach American Semifinals
-UConn Walks Off Against UCF In 11 Innings
-Houston Reaches Semifinal Round of American Athletic Conference Championship

From the Houston Chronicle
-Cougars ride USF errors to victory in AAC tournament
-UH officials unveil options for Hofheinz Pavilion

USF falls to Houston in AAC baseball tournament
Tampa Bay Times

Former UConn Receiver Deshon Foxx Signs With Seahawks
Hartford Courant

Tulane football to play Oklahoma in three-game series, beginning in 2017
New Orleans Times Picayune

From the Orlando Sentinel
-Injury status for UCF WR Taylor Oldham still day-to-day
-George O'Leary- UCF running back Micah Reed left because of competition

Tulsa fourth in AAC basketball power rankings; James Woodard predicted for all-conference
Tulsa World

May 21, 2015

From theamerican.org
-East Carolina and Tulane advance in winner's bracket of Baseball Championship
-East Carolina Rallies Past UCF In American Baseball Championship
-Kaplan Powers Tulane Past UConn In American Championship First Round
-Memphis Overpowers Cincinnati, 14-9, In American Baseball Championship
-2015-16 Men�s Basketball Schedule Pairings, Tournament Dates Announced

Tulane opens its AAC Tournament play with 3-1 win over UConn
New Orleans Times Picayune

George O'Leary- UCF running back Micah Reed left because of competition
Orlando Sentinel

Bulls Beat- USF P Herget faces big decision
Tampa Tribune

Bearcats learn 2015-16 AAC schedule, tourney dates
Cincinnati Enquirer

TU football preview- Deep receiver corps, but interception issues
Tulsa World

From the Hartford Courant
-AAC Women's Basketball Tournament Returns To Mohegan Sun Arena
-From K.C. Chiefs GM Office, John Dorsey Keeps UConn In His Sights

Baker leaving University of Memphis for Missouri
Memphis Commercial Appeal

May 20, 2015

From theamerican.org
-Houston and USF Victorious on Day 1 of Baseball Championship
-Big Sixth Inning powers Houston to 8-4 win over Cincinnati
-Bulls Blast Past Memphis, 10-6
-Cincinnati's Happ Named American Athletic Conference Player of the Year

Looking Forward- Catching up on the American�s offseason
NBC Sports

From the New Orleans Times Picayune
-Tulane baseball rematches with UConn in its first game of the AAC Tournament
-Tulane's Garrett Deschamp saved his best for last in senior season

UH wins AAC opener, has aces in the wings
Houston Chronicle

USF wins opener of AAC tourney
Tampa Tribune

USF advances in AAC baseball tournament
Tampa Bay Times

Tigers drop opener in AAC baseball tourney
Memphis Commercial Appeal

Kevin Ollie Optimistic With Deep UConn Team
Hartford Courant

UCF basketball hires 24-year-old Harvard assistant Christian Webster
Orlando Sentinel

Franklin likes Temple, Pitt rivalries
Philly.com

Doug Robinson- BYU football may be better than you think
Deseret News

May 19, 2015

AAC baseball tournament has wide-open feel
Baton Rouge Advocate

Closing kick has Cougars confident heading into AAC tournament
Houston Chronicle

From the New Orleans Times Picayune
-Hottest American Athletic Conference players heading into the league tourney
-Tulane canceled Mississippi State game to negotiate contract with 'attractive' new opponent

Tigers Baseball Striving to Make NCAA Field
The Daily News

Batting on rise for U of M (and others)
Memphis Commercial Appeal

Speedy freshman an asset as USF baseball begins AAC tourney
Tampa Tribune

UC Bearcats baseball retires Kevin Youkilis' No. 36
Cincinnati Enquirer

From Philly.com
-Temple promotes Kraft to AD
-Reports- Ex-Temple LB committed suicide

UConn Recruiting Target Diarra To Announce Decision Friday
Hartford Courant

From the Dallas Morning News
Video- An inside look at SMU�s recruiting strategy
-SMU's Larry Brown- Shortened shot clock will make college basketball 'uglier'

May 18, 2015

NCAA suspends USF baseball coach five games
Tampa Tribune

Bulls seeded fourth entering AAC baseball tourney
Tampa Bay Times

Tulane drops Tigers to No. 5 in AAC baseball
Memphis Commercial Appeal

From Philly.com
-Ex-Temple LB passes away
-Temple mourns the loss of Robinson

From theamerican.org
-The American Today - Tulane Sweeps Pivotal Doubleheader on Final Day of Regular Season
-UConn Men, SMU Women Win 2015 American Athletic Conference Outdoor Track & Field Championships
-Knights Advance to NCAA Regional Final

UH announces kickoff time for football game vs. Louisville
Houston Chronicle

Third Time Around, Sterling Gibbs Knows Recruiting Game
Hartford Courant

May 17, 2015

Tulane baseball clinches third place in AAC standings with doubleheader sweep of Memphis
New Orleans Times Picayune

Colleges- Rice, UH win outright baseball titles in C-USA, AAC
Houston Chronicle

From the Cincinnati Enquirer
-Kickoff times set for UC season opener, Miami (Fla.) game
-Colerain to UC, Atkinson's still on the hill

Navy athletes recognized for academic excellence
Annapolis Capital

May 16, 2015

From theamerican.org
-The American Today - Houston Clinches No. 1 Seed in The American Championship
-Memphis Men, Women Lead Through Two Days at The American Championships
-UCF Opens NCAA Tallahassee Regional With Win Over South Carolina

May 15, 2015

Weekend Preview- May 14-17
Baseball America

From theamerican.org
-The American Today- UCF, East Carolina, Houston and Memphis Winners Thursday
-Tulsa Men, UConn Women Lead After Day 1 at The American Championships
-Eleven Players Receive NFCA All-Region Honors

Tulane drops opener in crucial late-season series against Memphis
New Orleans Times Picayune

USF baseball coach serves suspension after ejection
Tampa Bay Times

UC football adds another Florida defensive back
Cincinnati Enquirer

Big semester for Temple
Philly.com

John Klein- Shorter shot clock not a big deal for TU, ORU
Tulsa World

May 14, 2015

From the New Orleans Times Picayune
-Tulane buses to Memphis for pivotal AAC series this weekend
-Tulane baseball cheat sheet- Memphis likes to steal and is also vying for postseason bid

Tiger baseball battles for postseason life
Memphis Commercial Appeal

Navy sprint football WR among those killed in Amtrak crash
Sporting News

Tulane: When is the next breakthrough season going to come?
College Football News

UC football lands commitment from Florida prep star
Cincinnati Enquirer

Mamadou Diarra Weighing Options, But UConn Strong Contender
Hartford Courant

USF forward Chris Perry medically cleared
Tampa Bay Times

Bulls Beat- USF baseball looks for strong finish
Tampa Tribune

May 13, 2015

From theamerican.org
Philip Montgomery's Fast Lane to Fall Ball
-Tulane, Memphis' Fletcher Advance to NCAA Championships
-Eight Selected as ITA Regional Award Winners
-Trio of Cincinnati Athletes, UConn Runner Selected as Weekly Award Winners
-Julks, Lantrip Earn Weekly Honors
-WATCH- UCF Baseball's Sam Bates Shares Touching Mother's Day Story

Cougars keep Silver Glove after walkoff win over Owls
Houston Chronicle

UCF football adds late defensive back signee Nevelle Clarke
Orlando Sentinel

UC football, basketball landing, pursuing recruits
Cincinnati Enquirer

Tulane NCAA regional hopes alive even after loss to Southern Miss
New Orleans Times Picayune

George O'Leary wants more weeknight games for UCF
YAHOO! Sports

SMU�s Chad Morris says #PonyUpTempo is a �lifestyle�
Dallas Morning News

TU's Goldie among 28 live dog mascots in college football, according to SB Nation
Tulsa World

Pastner touts Tiger backcourt
Memphis Commercial Appeal

May 12, 2015

From theamerican.org
-Julks, Lantrip Earn Weekly Honors
-WATCH- UCF Baseball's Sam Bates Shares Touching Mother's Day Story
-Knights Open NCAA Tournament Play Against South Carolina

From the Orlando Sentinel
-Catching up with American Athletic Conference commissioner Mike Aresco
-UCF coach George O'Leary wants to keep Knights in national spotlight

Tulane baseball plays important non-league game Tuesday vs. Southern Miss
New Orleans Times Picayune

From College Football News
-Consistent, now it's time for Cincy to be spectacular
-SMU: The clouds have passed, and the rebuilding is happening

From philly.com
-Jennings officially a Temple Owl
-Ex-Temple RB signs with Giants
-La Salle lands Memphis transfer

USF baseball loses its honorary captain
Tampa Bay Times

May 11, 2015

The American Today - Six Teams Within Two Games of First Place With Three to Play
theamerican.org

AAC down to the wire at season�s end
The Oracle

Tulane baseball vaults up AAC standings, improves post-season hopes with Sunday's 4-3 South Florida win
New Orleans Times Picayune

Seniors Help UConn Sweep Cincinnati In Final Home Series
CT Now

Baseball Drops Series Finale at UConn
Cincinnati Bearcats

From the Hartford Courant
-UConn Basketball Has Had Its Share Of Basketball Transfers
-Guard Terrence Samuel Is Second UConn Player To Transfer

2015 CFN Preview - SMU Mustangs
College Football News

UCF, UF, FSU, FAMU and FAU earn softball NCAA Tournament bids
Orlando Sentinel

Notebook- Pastner backs 30-second shot clock
Memphis Commercial Appeal

May 10, 2015

From theamerican.org
-The American Today - East Carolina Wins, Pulls into Tie for First
-UCF Walks Off With American Softball Championship

Temple as American contender- Matt Rhule says to believe it
Cincinnati Enquirer

May 9, 2015

From theamerican.org
-The American Today - Houston Wins Pivotal Series Opener
-Top Seed UCF Advances to Softball Championship Final

From the New Orleans Times Picayune
-Tulane baseball drops third straight game, loses to South Florida Friday
-Tulane adds Washington transfer, former McDonogh 35 standout Jernard Jarreau

UC to play highly rated Iowa State in men's basketball
Cincinnati Enquirer

USF forward Chris Perry medically cleared
Tampa Bay Times

SMU makes late addition to 2015 recruiting class
Dallas Morning News

May 8, 2015

USF Advances to American Softball Championship Semifinals with 5-0 Win over East Carolina
theamerican.org

Fall forecast in May- AAC football preseason rankings
Tampa Bay Times

Tulane looking for runs against South Florida in home weekend series
New Orleans Times Picayune

UC's Happ makes Golden Spikes 30-man Watch List
Cincinnati Enquirer

Notebook- Tigers step to plate with a purpose
Memphis Commercial Appeal

From the Orlando Sentinel
-Charlie Taaffe, former UCF coach, hired to run local quarterback training program
-UCF pitcher Shelby Turnier makes history as finalist for National Softball Collegiate Player of the Year

From the Dallas Morning News
-Cowlishaw- Why expectations must be kept to a minimum regarding Chad Morris and SMU
-National analyst projects SMU to play in new Austin Bowl

May 7, 2015

American Softball Championship Begins on Thursday
theamerican.org

TU football ninth in AAC football power rankings
Tulsa World

Tigers Hope to Rebound at UCF
Go Tigers Go

First UH football consensus All-American Rich Stotter dies
Houston Chronicle

An early look at SMU�s 2015 non-conference opponents
Dallas Morning News

May 6, 2015

The American Today - Houston Picks Up Midweek Win
theamerican.org

Three new bowl games revealed; total now 42
CBS Sports

Fifth Tulane basketball player wants to transfer- Payton Henson leaving
New Orleans Times Picayune

Big changes coming to popular UCF football tailgating area Memory Mall
Orlando Sentinel

May 5, 2015

From theamerican.org
-Highlighted 2015 NFL Draft Players
-UConn Women's Athletics Program Among top 10 in Capital One Cup Winter Standings
-Memphis' Richwood, Tulsa's Horner Earn Weekly Honors
-Four Teams, Two Individuals Selected for NCAA Men's Golf Championships
-Haberkorn, Dowdy Selected for Weekly Honors

CFP revenue does not benefit AAC; how it affects SMU
Dallas Morning News

PREVIEW- Baseball to Host McNeese Tuesday
UHCougars.com

Former UC linebacker Temple gets tryout with Bengals
Cincinnati Enquirer

Trey Watts among Rams' productive players who were undrafted free agents
Tulsa World

Tigers' McCain to Dolphins; Ifedi to Rams
Memphis Commercial Appeal

Several Bulls find NFL employment (UPDATED)
Tampa Bay Times

May 4, 2015

From theamerican.org
-The American Today - Houston, East Carolina Stay Atop Conference Standings
-Bracket Announced for 2015 American Softball Championship
-The American Today- USF and UCF Split Doubleheader, Tulsa Clinches Second Seed at Championship

Tulane baseball falls 7-1 to Houston in Sunday's rubber game of series
New Orleans Times Picayune

Cougars brave Green Wave as Houston wins fourth straight series
UWire

Tigers Salvage Series with 4-3 Walk-Off Win
Go Tigers Go

UCF's Rannell Hall, Jacoby Glenn picked up in NFL free agency
Orlando Sentinel

May 3, 2015

Cincinnati Takes Series with 5-4 Win in 12 Innings
Go Tigers Go

From the New Orleans Times Picayune
-Tulane falters in first inning, loses 3-0 to Houston Saturday
-Tulane football sees two cornerbacks drafted by Denver Broncos on Saturday

UC blanked in NFL draft but Luc, others land tryouts
Cincinnati Enquirer

Giants Pick UConn Receiver Geremy Davis In 6th Round
Hartford Courant

Colts pick UCF's Clayton Geathers in 4th round of NFL Draft
Orlando Sentinel

May 2, 2015

From theamerican.org
-The American Today - Tulane Joins First-Place Logjam
-2015 American Athletic Conference Women�s Golf Awards Announced
-Houston's New Basketball Development Center
-Stacy Martin Named Chief Financial Officer at American Athletic Conference

Tulane rides strong pitching to 3-1 victory against Houston
New Orleans Times Picayune

Memphis Falls to Cincinnati in Series Opener
Go Tigers Go

Jones' Versatility, Ability Land Him In Dallas
Hartford Courant

UCF's Breshad Perriman embraces new role with Baltimore Ravens
Orlando Sentinel

Ex-Vanderbilt 4-star receiver transferring to UC
Cincinnati Enquirer

Harper hopes to get down to business
Cincinnati Enquirer

May 1, 2015

From theamerican.org
-UCF's Perriman, UConn's Jones Taken in 2015 NFL Draft First Round
-This Week on The Rise- Tulsa Football, Spring Championships, Baseball, and more

Baltimore Ravens pick UCF's Breshad Perriman No.26 in the 2015 NFL Draft
Orlando Sentinel

NFL Draft- UConn�s Byron Jones picked by Cowboys 27th overall
New Haven Register

Byron Jones Drafted By Cowboys
Hartford Courant

Revenge-Minded Memphis Hosts Cincinnati for Weekend Series
Go Tigers Go

Tulane baseball hosts Houston in crucial AAC series this weekend
New Orleans Times Picayune

Baseball- Bulls embark on pennant race
Tampa Bay Times

UC-BYU football game to be ESPN Friday night special
Cincinnati Enquirer

BYU announces 2015 football schedule
BYU Cougars

UH's Despoina Vogasari earns AAC Women's Tennis Player of the Year honor
Houston Chronicle

From the Dallas Morning News
-SMU adds three-star PF Simeon Carter to 2015 recruiting class
-SMU picks up commitment from dual-threat QB Collin Rock

Louisiana guard Kajon Brown tweets commitment to Tulsa
Tulsa World

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