Life in the fast lane: With a speed-oriented offense, Siena transcends common traits of a mid-major Nov 6, 2009
The latest mid-major heartthrob has grown into a legitimate contender. After upsets over Vanderbilt and Ohio State in the last two tournaments, Siena, playing at NASCAR speeds, believes it can take the next step. (Daily Orange, NY)
NCAA: Cincinnati's Stephenson eligible to play Nov 6, 2009
Highly-touted freshman Lance Stephenson of Cincinnati has been cleared to compete by the NCAA Eligibility Center and won't sit out any games, greatly enhancing the Bearcats' status as a Big East Conference contender. "He was all smiles, but his parents were very emotional," Cincinnati coach Mick Cronin said of the reaction after he relayed the news to the Stephenson family just after 5 p.m. EST. "I told him not to doubt me. Everyone was panicked. I knew they would give us an answer by 5. I've... (ESPN -- College Basketball)
"The Men Who Stare at Goats": Quick, look away Nov 6, 2009
"Up," Clooney, "Precious," "Lovely Bones," "Nine" all leading contenders ... Here are the contenders as I see them right now (and I haven't seen all of them yet, not by a long shot) ... Still, a picture that was initially perceived as an unmarketable downer -- the story of an overweight, illiterate, twice-pregnant Harlem teenager, made by little-known director Lee Daniels -- has gradually been transformed into a bona fide Oscar contender. (Salon)
Happy Valley? Nov 6, 2009
Kent State is a surprising contender in the MAC East, and Akron would like nothing better than to knock off its rival. THE LINE: Kent State by 3. (Notre Dame Sports -- Rivals.com)
Bay now a free agent Nov 6, 2009
Right-hander John Lackey could get No. 1 starter's money from a contender. Longtime Angels ace John Lackey has won at least 10 games in seven straight seasons. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Cal QB looking to erase bad memory against Beavers Nov 6, 2009
A contender for the Heisman Trophy, Best has been held under 100 yards only three times this season, including last week against Arizona State when he had just 63 yards on 18 carries. The Beavers counter with their own potent ground game led by brothers Jacquizz and James Rodgers. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Google-Fueled Droid Attacks IPhone With Flash: Rich Jaroslovsky Nov 6, 2009
BlackBerry Contender. The Storm2 fixes a lot of things, adds some new features and generally allows BlackBerry to at least figure in any discussions about touch-screen smart phones. (Bloomberg -- Columnists)
Will he shoot? Ex-Trail Blazer eyes Ore. gov race Nov 6, 2009
Republicans are hoping that Dudley, with name ID he's built up as a former NBA player, will give them a contender with a degree of star power and fund-raising ability for 2010. Dudley, despite his reputation as one of the worst foul shooters in NBA history, was considered one of the league's better rebounders and shotblockers. (Fresno Bee -- Nation)
BYU Hoops Game Coming to Fresno Nov 6, 2009
As the Cougars' head coach for eight seasons (1997-2005), Cleveland transformed the program into a consistent postseason contender as he collected a 138-108 mark, garnered 2003 MWC Coach of the Year honors and won the conference three times with three NCAA appearances. The Bulldogs will make a return trip to Provo, Utah next year to open the 2010-11 season on Nov. 12, 2010. (Gobulldogs.com)
Red Sox ready to fire up Hot Stove Nov 6, 2009
BOSTON -- While their rivals from the Bronx are enjoying the afterglow of a World Series championship, the Red Sox are in business mode, trying to plot their own title contender for 2010. The process of free agency formally began on Thursday, as players who are eligible can now file at any point over the next 15 days. (MLB.com -- Boston Red Sox)
Risky Business APWhile Knicks fans have been pining for LeBron James for years, the Knicks' plan has put that dream in jeopardy.In gambling their future on the star-studded free-agent class of 2010, the Knicks have all but given up on this season. But Chris Mannix wonders if the plan could backfire next year? Nov 6, 2009
Nineteen months since Walsh, one of the most respected executives in the NBA who had built multiple contenders in Indiana, vowed to restore credibility to a franchise that in 5 years under Isiah Thomas' stewardship had lost all of it ... " Obviously. While D'Antoni has had to deal with a constant reshuffling of the roster over the last two seasons, he has been wholly unable to recapture the same magic he had in Phoenix, re-raising the question of whether it was D'Antoni or Steve Nash -- who is... (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NBA)
Hudson excited about contract Nov 6, 2009
" Hudson planned to fly to Fort Scott, Kansas, to attend LaRoche's hometown charity event. Hudson also took an opportunity to publicly lobby for the Braves to re-sign LaRoche, who is a free agent, pointing out the need for his strong defense at first base in addition to his slugging. The Braves will not make an announcement or comment on the Hudson contract until the deal is official. Hudson referred to the MRI as more of a formality. He has had other MRI exams this year and no setbacks since... (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Why Paul Johnson is right Nov 6, 2009
At my former employer, the Daily Press in Newport News, we covered a few coaching searches and I ve always theorized that if you are a good school in a good conference with serious aspirations of becoming a national contender then the same ol , same ol won t cut it. A team will occasionally win 10 games, but more often than not you re staring at 7-6, 8-5, 6-7, 5-8. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Monarch looks like state title contender Nov 6, 2009
Adam Munsterteiger ColoradoPrepReport. While the 5A state playoffs begin this weekend, the teams in the 4A ranks still have one more week of the regular season left. (San Diego State Sports -- Rivals.com)
Lincecum cited for marijuana possession Nov 6, 2009
Lincecum is expected to be a leading contender for this year's NL Cy Young Award. A two-time NL All-Star who started this year's Midsummer Classic in St. Louis, Lincecum finished 15-7 with a 2. (MLB.com -- San Francisco Giants)
Saga of Mackbee returns home Nov 6, 2009
Andy saw enough in Earsell to make him part of his 1964-65 Aggie team, which featured national scoring contender Wayne Estes, until his death in February, and a talented little 20-points a game guard-forward LeRoy Walker. Earsell got into parts of 17 games, averaged about three points a game and shot the ball pretty well. (Logan Herald Journal, UT)
Jamaicans find ice slippery on way to Vancouver Nov 6, 2009
Is he a medal contender for Vancouver. Realistically, no.. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- More)
DeAngelo Hall set to make return to Georgia Dome Nov 5, 2009
" Hall still speaks his mind, but has been a hit in Washington. "He's been nothing but great," Washington coach Jim Zorn said. Hall, who still lives in the Atlanta area, has followed the Falcons' rise to playoff team and NFC South title contender. "They are still a great football team," Hall said. "I thought that when I left. Matt Ryan has really showed that he's a force to be reckoned with in this league. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Music Superstar Beyonce Completes 2009 MTV Europe Music Awards Performer Lineup Nov 5, 2009
The versatile performer is also a hot contender in the Best Song and Best Video categories, for monster hits Halo and Single Ladies (Put a Ring on It). Beyonce's 2003 solo debut, Dangerously In Love, shattered sales records, spawned a sold-out world tour, won an outstanding five Grammy Awards and confirmed her status as one of pop/R&B's premiere songwriters, producers and singers. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
'One of the great ones' Nov 5, 2009
"Martinez spent most of the season at his home in the Dominican Republic, awaiting the right opportunity to pitch for a contender. His goal, he says, is to win a World Series with a National League team and earn a championship ring to match the one he won in 2004 with the Boston Red Sox.Conti never doubted Martinez's ability to still be successful, even after the toll of 18 seasons in the majors, even under the stress of the postseason.And with the exception of playoff ace Cliff Lee, who went... (The Clarion-Ledger)
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That puts Ole Miss in a position of needing to win two out of its last three SEC games to become a serious bowl contender. Ole Miss could go to a bowl with six wins, but per SEC rule, but only if insufficient teams with with at least seven wins are available. (Ole Miss Sports -- Rivals.com)
Holliston 3, Millis 1: Repeat champs Nov 5, 2009
But as it turned out, Holliston was again a contender, and last night the Panthers faced off against Millis in a match to determine the league champion. Holliston jumped ahead just three minutes in on a goal by senior captain Alison Rosini, then added a goal early in the second half on its way to a 3-1 win. (Holliston Tab, MA)
Western C Divisional at Butte Nov 5, 2009
Drummond won the 9-C title over newcomer Seeley-Swan, which was a Class B contender a year ago before being reclassified to Class C by the Montana High School Association before this school year. Hot Springs and Charlo finished one-two in the District 10-C tourney. (Montana Standard, MT)
Bearcats win division title Nov 5, 2009
Picked as a top contender coming in to this season, Hazlehurst lost to Morton early in the season but improved after that. They are a heckuva number four team. (Forest Scott County Times, MS)
Federer advances to Swiss Indoors quarterfinals Nov 5, 2009
Another contender for London, No. 11 , has an injured left wrist and retired from his match Wednesday at the tournament in Valencia, Spain. In other first-round action, rallied to beat Croatia's 6-7 (5), 6-3, 6-4. (ESPN -- Tennis)
Work Now, Play Later Issac Baldizon/NBAE via Getty ImagesA healthy Jermaine O'Neal and an improved Michael Beasley have helped Dwyane Wade push Miami to a 4-1 start.After his plea for help over the summer went unanswered, Dwyane Wade hopes another MVP-level effort will position the Heat for a future title run, writes Ian Thomsen. Nov 5, 2009
In the meantime, Wade will continue to deepen his relationship with Spoelstra, knowing that no contender can go far without a tight alliance between the best player and his coach. "Certain teams in the league, when they break their huddle they say 'Championship!' on three," Wade said. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NBA)
St. Bonaventure WNIT banner to be unveiled in Reilly Center Nov 5, 2009
The Brown and White made their first postseason appearance and highlighted it with two wins against BIG EAST foe West Virginia and Big Ten contender Wisconsin. The Bonnies won nine Atlantic 10 games in the 2008-09 season, including wins against Temple and Charlotte, setting a program record for most conference wins in a single-season. (Gobonnies.com)
PG West: Secret may get out -- Moon hockey is a PIHL contender Nov 5, 2009
Don't tell anyone, but the Pennsylvania Interscholastic Hockey League Class AA's best-kept secret might be the Moon Tigers. At least that's what the Tigers believe. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Worse than the Raiders? Nov 5, 2009
Just when it appeared the had solidified their stranglehold on the title of the NFL's most dysfunctional franchise, a new contender has appeared: the. Browns general manager George Kokinis was fired Monday amid unexplained circumstances, and the story only grew stranger the next day. (BerniesInsiders.com)
After long road trip, Americans finally home Nov 5, 2009
That sentiment is shared across the board as despite the Americans expansion team status, Allen feels as though it is a contender right now. We didnt come in thinking it would take us a year or two to learn how to compete, Mullins said. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
ScoutTV: Nick Redmond Nov 4, 2009
Nick is having a very good junior season and he is a key reason why his team is a contender for a state championship. profile. (GenesPage.com)
Blowing jobs to China Nov 4, 2009
Until the Olympic vote took place, Chicago was considered a strong contender, especially since former Chicago resident Barack Obama personally appeared in Copenhagen to lobby the IOC. Nonetheless, in a development that shocked the world, Chicago not only lost out, but was the city eliminated in the very first round of voting ... Sarah Palin is not a serious contender, but somebody like Mitt Romney will be. (Salon)
"Obama is average" Nov 4, 2009
Sarah Palin is not a serious contender, but somebody like Mitt Romney will be ... The presidential contender on dealing with Iran, fighting AIDS in Africa and restoring America's standing in the world. (Salon)
Reesing still Kansas' starting QB after benching Nov 4, 2009
It didn't and now, instead of being talked up as a Heisman Trophy contender, Reesing's talking about holding on to his job heading into Saturday's showdown with rival and Big 12 North-leading Kansas State. "He has done a lot of great things here and we have all taken for granted some of the great plays he's made, some of the things he's done here," Mangino said. (ESPN -- College Football)
Column: Get ready to see Grant's Tide run Nov 4, 2009
The team still reminds me of the aliens from the movie "Space Jam" because the Fightin' Tritons mutated from nearly nothing into a state contender seemingly overnight - going 33-3 en route to surprisingly being manhandled in the Class 5A championship. Yet that's not the game that still sticks in my head. (Alabama Sports -- Rivals.com)
Pump your brakes Nov 4, 2009
But it will get crushed every single time when playing any team in the championship contender circle. Ramon. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
SDSU Carries Two-Game Win Streak Into Home Contest With BCS Contender No. 6/4... Nov 4, 2009
SDSU Carries Two-Game Win Streak Into Home Contest With BCSContender No. 6/4 TCU - SAN DIEGO STATE OFFICIAL ATHLETIC SITE ... SDSU Carries Two-Game Win Streak Into Home Contest With BCS Contender No. 6/4 TCU. (Goaztecs.com)
Ed Bouchette's Steelers chat transcript (Yesterday) Nov 4, 2009
Brain_Guy: With the Bengals, Ravens, and Steelers all winning against the tough teams and losing against cream puffs, will the real AFC North contender please stand up. Ed Bouchette: So you're inferring on one hand that the Bengals are contenders in the division and on the other that they are cream puffs because the Steelers lost to them. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Ravens show Steelers how to beat Broncos (Yesterday) Nov 4, 2009
Part of Tomlin's job is to make every opponent seem like a Super Bowl contender. That is so unnecessary. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Windsor's triumph is historical Nov 4, 2009
We need to be one of the teams that people think of as a contender every year in 1A and the only way we do that is working hard in the offseason. TRI-COUNTY: Emma Getche 3 kills, 6 digs, 1 block, 1 ace; Hillary Stiff 12 digs, 1 assist; Kathleen White 4 kills, 1 dig; Emily Warner 1 kill; Sadie Baird 1 block; Kyla Skinner 3 kills, 2 digs, 2 aces; Amber Meyer 1 kill, 15 assists; Lindsay Apple 5 kills, 3 digs. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
* Beckham signs deal with Milan Nov 4, 2009
Beckham, who made the same move last season, wanted to repeat the loan after England coach Fabio Capello said he needed to be playing in Europe to remain a contender for the squad for the World Cup starting in South Africa on June 11. I need to give myself the best chance possible to make the World Cup squad and playing for Milan on loan will help me to do that, Beckham said in a statement. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World Business)
Nebraska coach: DL Suh disciplined for crash Nov 4, 2009
Suh, a leading contender for the Outland Trophy and Lombardi Award as the nation's top lineman, hit the cars as he was driving home at 2:20 a.m. Sunday. Police suspected the 22-year-old Suh had been drinking, and a Breathalyzer test showed Suh's blood-alcohol content was 0. (ESPN -- College Football)
Downey stands tall for South Carolina Nov 4, 2009
Kentucky is a Final Four contender, and and return the bulk of their teams and are bringing in solid recruiting classes. Despite its record, South Carolina remained a notch below the top teams in the SEC a year ago. (Notre Dame Sports -- Rivals.com)
College Basketball Preview - Northeast Conference Nov 4, 2009
Head coach Milan Brown now welcomes back three starters and some key reserves from last year's club that lost by two points in the tourney finals, making Mount St. Mary's a title contender. The backcourt will be among the best in the league thanks to the return of Jeremy Goode and Jean Cajou. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Film-maker bids for 'Terminator' Nov 4, 2009
" And Whedon, who ranks high in geekdom, admits he may not be a serious contender. ". Mostly, it's just me being a dumb-ass, because that seems to be what I do best -- I'm not even very good at that. (CNN -- International)
Ravens can soar again Nov 4, 2009
NFL - Football Outsiders - If the Baltimore Ravens can produce on third down, consider them a Super Bowl contender - ESPN ... The game served to remind everyone that the Ravens, despite their recent three-game losing streak, are still a top Super Bowl contender ... That's a role reversal: a 4-3 team is now an AFC title contender and a 6-1 team has the flaws. (ESPN -- Football)
'Bows' Williams, Lay eager to make debut Nov 4, 2009
Prior to their respective injuries, Williams was the leading contender to start at shooting guard, and Lay was the top reserve at point guard. With both guards unavailable last week, junior Hiram Thompson played 37 of a maximum 40 minutes at point guard, and senior Adhar Mayen moved from small forward to shooting guard. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Cutler alone isn't all the Bears need Nov 4, 2009
The Bears' 4-3 record is misleading, as they're 0-3 against contenders ... He has the arm, the pocket savvy and the unwavering confidence to transform a clunky Bears offense into a Super Bowl contender ... They're 0-for-3 against the other playoff contenders they've faced. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NFL)
Inbox: What can Mets do to get better? Nov 3, 2009
I guess my question is, where is the light at the end of the tunnel for this team, and how long do you think it'll be before they are a postseason contender again. As of right now, they're a worse team than the one that couldn't get it done in '06, and the rest of the division seems to be getting better and better. (MLB.com -- NY Mets Mets)
A Big Leap for Android and Motorola Nov 3, 2009
0 is much improved, and Motorola's Droid handset is a contender. By. (BusinessWeek)
Could 'This Is It' win an Oscar? Nov 3, 2009
LOS ANGELES (AP) -- Sony thinks its new Michael Jackson documentary could be a contender for best picture ... With the Academy Awards best-picture slate expanded to 10 films this year rather than the traditional five, "This Is It" could find itself among the contenders, he said. (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)
Three & Out: SEC Thoughts, News & Notes 11/1 Nov 3, 2009
The Vols destroyed Georgia, took National Title contender Alabama to the wire, and dismantled No. 23 31-13 in Neyland Stadium Saturday night. Sitting at 4-4 and with games against , Ole Miss, and remaining on the schedule, the Vols will go bowling this year. (GenesPage.com)
Cities split NFL-Series double dip Nov 2, 2009
For much of the decade, it looked as if the Eagles -- frequently a contender in the NFC -- would be the team to bring a title to Philadelphia. Nevertheless, the Phillies' Series victory over the Rays last season and their return trip to the Fall Classic this year have helped transform the mindset of fans in Philly. (MLB.com -- Philadelphia Phillies)
Melzer knocks off Cilic to win crown in Vienna Nov 2, 2009
The Croat is 2-2 in finals this season, and an outside contender for one of two open spots at the season-ending ATP World Tour Finals in London later this month. "I've been pleased with my game all week," Cilic said. (ESPN -- Tennis)
Terminator franchise to be auctioned Nov 2, 2009
All the big film studios have also registered interest in the rights, with Sony Pictures a leading contender, according to a person familiar with the situation. Sony declined to comment. (CNN -- International)
More commits for Ags: Two DBs and a quarterback Nov 2, 2009
I see that it has a lot of potential to continue to improve and one day be a contender in the WAC and even across the BCS.. That s something that was really appealing to me, to be a part of that kind of program, one that s growing and one that s gonna keep growing. (Logan Herald Journal, UT)
Can Bylsma keep it up? Nov 2, 2009
While a bad coach can sabotage a good team, a great coach can't singlehandedly transform a bad club into a contender, even if he can coax it into realizing its full potential. The good news for Bylsma is that the Penguins have most of their outstanding young players under contract for a number of years so, barring a run of major injuries or some similar misfortune, he should be able to keep the team in a position of prominence for the foreseeable future. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Gamecocks set for Halloween night showdown Nov 2, 2009
The Tigers were 9-0 and a likely contender for the Rose Bowl before the Gamecocks ruined their perfect season on Dec. 3 in Birmingham. It was Auburns final game as a member of the Southern Conference; the SEC was chartered the next year. (GamecockInsider.com)
Flight plan for Eagles of Boston College seems like a good one Nov 2, 2009
That Spaziani has been able to do this with his team facing an assortment of injuries, no experience at quarterback, and lack of depth at running back should be one of the feel-good stories of the season in the ACC. And if BC does finish 9-3, Spaziani should be ACC Coach of the Year and a strong contender for national honors. A look at the team, position by position. (Boston Globe)
Rivals.com experts: What we learned Nov 2, 2009
I hope everyone who rallied around 's as an early Heisman contender will do the same for another freshman in the Pac-10 - James. The suspension of hasn't affected Oregon at all. (Notre Dame Sports -- Rivals.com)
Giants 'mind-boggled' by third straight loss as Eagles romp Nov 2, 2009
" Next up for New York: home against the 4-3 . "I still believe that we're very capable of getting to the destination that we want to get to," said Manning. "In the month of November, a lot of teams go from champs to chumps and pretenders to contenders. We need to make sure we're back in that contender race. (USA Today -- Sports)
McMurray snaps 86-race winless streak Nov 2, 2009
That set up a two-lap sprint to the finish and that was halted when championship contender Mark Martin went flipping across the track in his own spectacular crash. The race ended under caution, with McMurray in Victory Lane for the first time in 86 races. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
It's a tough fight to win hearts under the Southern Cross Nov 1, 2009
I remember the indignity of being called a 'wog' and a 'dago' at fights, even though I represented Australia at the Olympics and was called a traitor by the Italians,'' the world title contender said. Armenian Olympian and now Australian citizen Vic Darchinyan is ranked pound-for-pound among the world's toughest fighters. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Georgia Tech wins, but this was nothing to celebrate Nov 1, 2009
And I bet ESPN will do a big expose on how Notre Dame beat the crappiest team in college football and annoint them a BCS contender. Kurdt Kobain. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Sheets planning big return in 2010 Nov 1, 2009
A decision was reached in July or August that attempting a late-season return with a contender, a la Pedro Martinez with the Phillies, was too risky a proposition. Instead, Sheets focused his efforts on getting completely healthy for 2010. (MLB.com -- Texas Rangers)
