Falcons Q&A: Svitek's family escaped Communism Nov 15, 2009
A: I was doing track and basketball. My dad was a track athlete. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
YMCA column 9-6 (2) Nov 15, 2009
Kids in grades 6 through 12 can take part in a 3-on-3 basketball tournament to be held at the Y. The tournament begins at 10 a.m. and runs through 1 p.m. Register for the tournament by calling Mike Sheren at 812-881-8946. The entry fee is $10 for each team. (Vincennes Sun Commercial, IN)
High-Impact Activity May Be Good for Old Bones Nov 15, 2009
The finding stemmed from a study of male and female athletes, aged 50 to 93, who took part in the 2005 National Senior Games in Pittsburgh, including 560 who competed in high-impact sports such as basketball, road racing, track and field, triathlon and volleyball. Ultrasound scans revealed that those who participated in high-impact sports had better bone mineral density than people who participated in low-impact sports. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Health)
Johnson, Crawford lead Hawks over Hornets Nov 15, 2009
What followed was a four-minute spurt of basketball mastery. Hornets turnovers and missed shots turned into Hawks fastbreaks. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Specially delivered victory by Flemings Nov 15, 2009
For the first season in what head coach Bob Nash calls "modern history" the University of Hawai'i men's basketball team no longer puts players' names on the back of its jerseys. Where the names have been for decades the "H" logo now resides. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Ga. Tech opens with win over Florida A&M Nov 15, 2009
With a buzz in the air from the football team's ACC Coastal-clinching win earlier in the day, Georgia Tech's basketball team joined in with some of its own Saturday. Gregory Smith, AP Sophomore guard Iman Shumpert lead Georgia Tech with 18 points in 19 minutes. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
NBA unlikely to retire No. 23 Nov 15, 2009
FILE - IN this Nov. 18, 2008, file photo, Cleveland Cavaliers' LeBron James throws chalk dust into the air before playing in an NBA basketball game against the New Jersey Nets in East Rutherford, N.J. James wants NBA players to give up their No. 23s to honor of Michael Jordan. The Cavaliers superstar, who has worn 23 since he was a high school sophomore, says players should pay tribute to Jordan for the Hall of Famer's long-lasting impact on the game. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Eagles men's basketball team opens season with anticipation, questions Nov 14, 2009
You can't blame Matt Morgan, Andy Buechert and Gideon Gamble if their intensity meter runs a little hot this afternoon when Winthrop opens the basketball season in the Winthrop Coliseum against Limestone. Morgan, the 6-foot-9 sophomore transfer from St. Bonaventure who had to sit out last year, last laced up his shoes on March 8, 2008. (Herald Online, SC -- Sports)
B-CU's Reed, Starling ready to lead Nov 14, 2009
DAYTONA BEACH -- Bethune-Cookman basketball coach Cliff Reed put a heavy load on his freshman son's shoulders last year ... The 6-foot-3 Reed and the 6-6 Starling learned a great deal during their first season playing Division I basketball ... "It wasn't really about the basketball. It was about bonding as a team and experiencing a different culture," C.J. Reed said. (Daytona Beach News Journal -- Sports)
Zampier Goes Off For 35 Points; But Yale Comeback Falls Short Nov 14, 2009
- Alex Zampier showed local basketball fans the kind of talent he has on Friday in the opening game of the Connecticut 6 Classic at the Arena at Harbor Yard ... "He was tremendous," said James Jones, The Joel E. Smilow, Class of 1954 Head Coach of Men's Basketball at Yale. (Goyalebulldogs.com)
Fear nothing Nov 14, 2009
Whoever said that it requires size to play basketball never met B.J. Holmes. Holmes is a junior shooting guard for the Texas As basketball team who is listed at 5 feet 11 inches and weighs 175 pounds ... Holmes dreamed of the opportunity to play college basketball at a place where his family could come to his games, so Aan easy choice. (The Battalion, TX)
HARMELING: Saluting the unsung Nov 14, 2009
com Basketball AnalystPosted Nov 12, 2009 ... ABOUT THE AUTHOR: was a mainstay on the Washington State basketball team and a fixture on the Pac-10 All-Academic team during the most successful three-year stretch in Cougar history ... running clinics for Dan Dickau Basketball and working as a substitute teacher. (Cougfan.com)
General Releases Nov 14, 2009
- Basketball Game Parking Update - Student-Athletes Say Thanks - Making The Grade - Another Call For Cans - Onward d - Lending A Helping Hand - For Sale - Calling For Cans - The Godfather - Park Here - Academic ABC's - Deck Your Walls - Boilers Back In Action - Boilers Back In Action - Full Steam Ahead - Comcast Launches Big Ten Network On Friday - Meet Your Spirit Squad - Select Company - The Latest Look - Purdue 35th In Directors' Cup Standings For Third Straight Year - Done Deal - Big Ten... (Purduesports.com)
Kelly says WVU will be a challenge Nov 14, 2009
Despite UC's apparent edge this season and talent; the Mountaineers are still a 7-2 football team with a lot of tradition. (The loss to USF two weeks back 30-19 though is a little puzzling based on the dismantling Rutgers handed the Bulls Thursday night 31-zip. (Cincinnati Sports -- Rivals.com)
FGCU hoops goes big-time Nov 13, 2009
Going into tonight's season opener at No. 2 Michigan State, the Eagles men's basketball players calmly look back to visits last year to Kansas and Florida ... "We lace up our shoes just like they lace up their shoes," said FGCU sophomore guard Reggie Chambers, who played on state high school champion Miami Monsignor Pace alongside Florida Mr. Basketball Ray Shipman, who plays for the University of Florida. (The News-Press -- Sports)
USF Men's Basketball Signs Four Talented Players for the 2010-11 Season Nov 13, 2009
"We had a good class of 2009 come in from good programs and followed it up this year with the same thing. Kids in strong programs get great coaching. The adjustment from high school to Division One Basketball is a big one, but I believe that players that come from good programs are more prepared for that jump. All of our guys have definitely received good teaching and coaching throughout their prep careers." ... Coach Walters on Dickerson: "From the first time I saw Cole play, I loved his feel... (Usfdons.com)
Corporate campus representatives prepare for real-world jobs Nov 13, 2009
Will the Syracuse men's basketball team reach the NCAA Tournament this season. I already bought my tickets to the National Championship game. (Daily Orange, NY)
Saint Louis Women's Hoops Sign Five Nov 13, 2009
ST. LOUIS Saint Louis University womens basketball coach Shimmy Gray-Miller announced today that five high school student-athletes have signed a National Letter of Intent to play for the Billikens beginning next season ... Also, every member of our 2010 class fits the mold of what best epitomizes Billiken womens basketball ... While basketball is the sport she has chosen to play in college, she puts her heart and soul into every sport she plays. (The Insiders -- Ohio Prep)
Francescas collections coming to The Summit Nov 13, 2009
Who will advance the furthest in the NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament. IU. (Louisville Business First, KY)
Schultz on Kiffin Nov 13, 2009
And this should tell parents to not ever, ever trust these lying conniving Football and basketball Coaches. They come into our living rooms and dining rooms and tell us they will take care of our children. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Book Excerpt: Hard Work Nov 13, 2009
One of our neighbors at that house on Warren Avenue had a basketball goal in the backyard. I never had a basketball, but they had one, and when I wanted to get away from what was going on at home, I would just go over there and shoot ... All I needed was a basketball and a goal and some sweat and I could lose myself in the game. (Tarheelblue.com)
Should chocolate milk be banned in schools? Nov 13, 2009
The drink that most nutritionists recommend after a hard workout, i.e. football practice, basketball practice, weightlifting, etc is. you guessed it, chocolate milk. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Living)
Blue Sapphire will shine for final time Nov 13, 2009
She's marched in five homecoming parades, performed at 36 home games, four bowl games, numerous basketball games and the Interfraternity Council/Panhellenic Dance Marathon. "It's really hard to even try to condense or even think of a favorite [memory]," Maierhofer said. (Daily Collegian, PA)
Panthers' hoop dreams extend past 4-3A title Nov 13, 2009
It's best to set your goals high, and Fort Stockton senior guard Trey Cantu is thinking big things for the 2009-2010 basketball season how about a Class 3A championship ... They're getting used to playing varsity basketball and they're getting used to their coach and his expectations. (Fort Stockton Pioneer, TX)
Big shoes to fill Nov 12, 2009
plus i think our playoff atmosphere is the most raucous in basketball (when we are on our game) just ask KG ... Anybody wanna see a real basketball game turn it onto espn. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
SFA Basketball Sponsors Samaritan's Feet Nov 12, 2009
SFA men's and women's basketball team sponsors Samaritan's Feet Saturday, Nov. 21 ... NACOGDOCHES, Texas - The Stephen F. Austin men's and women's basketball teams will be sponsoring the Samaritan's Feet project Saturday, Nov. 21, 2009 at the William R. Johnson Coliseum. (Sfajacks.com)
DeAngelo Hall feels disheartened by lack of support (darn) Nov 12, 2009
I am sure that with the beginning of basketball season (both the NBA and College) and with the NFL and college football seasons having so many interesting stories you could pick something else to choose to follow. Hell, I would be happier reading a hockey story. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Steven Tyler Nov 12, 2009
"He is as iconic to Aerosmith as Michael Jordan is to basketball.". "There will never be a replacement for Steven Tyler," wrote Barbara from Riverside, Calif. (ABC News -- Business)
Hunting Big Game with Your Teenage Daughter Nov 11, 2009
As our seasons begin to draw to a close the house will be clean, camo will be replaced with Abercrombie, homework will be done at the table, boots will disappear as basketball shoes materialize and dinner will become the norm. Everyday life will resume. (Human Events Online)
Veterans Day to be Nov 11, 2009
Rucker served in Desert Storm and now he is the softball and basketball coach at O Bannon. All area veterans and the public are invited to attend the listed programs. (Greenville Delta Democrat Times, MS)
High School Musical comes to Malaysia! Nov 11, 2009
With all the complex choreography involved in the show, Brooke is glad to have Joel Santiago, a trained dancer, starring alongside her as the basketball champion and school stud, Troy. The directors brought in two dancers from the High School Musical movies to help us copy the choreography for the show. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
On Lute, the Utes and a whole lot of boots Nov 11, 2009
Looking fit and trim, retired University of Arizona basketball coach Lute Olson was on hand for and was honored at the Wildcat football team s 48-7 homecoming victory Saturday over Washington State. Already a member of the Naismith Memorial Collegiate Basketball Hall of Fame, Lute was given a thunderous ovation at halftime Saturday when he was introduced on the field as one of the newest members of the Arizona Hall of Fame ... The current Wildcat basketball team, coached by Sean Miller, defeated... (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
Smooth talk wrinkles mall walk Nov 11, 2009
Armed with five rings as a player and the ear of owner Robert Sarver, Kerr took over the Suns' basketball operations in June of 2007 and made the same assessment every armchair GM playing EA Sports' NBA Live had already made ... Despite a couple of 60-win seasons under D'Antoni and owning the league's most exciting brand of basketball, Phoenix had little to show for the success of Steve Nash and company. (Fresno Bee -- Lifestyle)
Johnson has no reason to leave Tech for Notre Dame Nov 11, 2009
Stanford is winning, Georgia Tech is winning, Duke wins in basketball. Using tough academic standards is a crutch. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
BC’s Brown ready for her swan song Nov 11, 2009
She could not lose her focus, even as second-year Boston College women s basketball coach Sylvia Crawley tried to unnerve the 6-foot senior guard from Wrentham during an end-of-practice drill called Pressure Free Throws ... Her goal was to go to BC, play Division 1 basketball, and make it to the NCAA Tournament ... Brown s father, a former Middlesex League MVP from Wakefield High and a Tufts captain who coached his daughter at a young age, has been a constant presence at her basketball games... (Boston Globe)
Comfortably dumb Nov 10, 2009
If Michael Jordan, the best basketball player in the history of the game and also one of the hottest men on the planet, can still relive the rage of being left off the Sports Illustrated cover more than two decades ago, how can mere mortals like you and me be expected to forgive and forget. Revenge may be pathetic, but that doesn't mean it's not sweet. (Salon)
• CALENDAR OF EVENTS Nov 10, 2009
Hooptime Basketball registration is ongoing for players in grades 4-8 ... Women's Classic Basketball League - Registration still being accepted for women who enjoy basketball and want to play for fun on an organized team, but with women who are a "little" older, or new to the game, or have less time due to kids, jobs or other commitments. (Juneau Empire)
Bulls Report: Blog updates Nov 10, 2009
Daniels Still Plans to Play Basketball (Updated with Stan Heath comment) Posted November 09, 2009 by Scott Carter Updated Nov 09, 2009 at 04:18 PM. USF quarterback B.J. Daniels is busy preparing to face Rutgers blitzing defense on Thursday night, but he took the time to answer a couple of questions about his basketball future on Monday ... Does he still plan to play basketball this season. (Tampa Bay Online, FL -- Sports)
Knights need to grow up quickly Nov 10, 2009
He's got a reputation of making big shots in basketball games. He brings good length, a good sense of how to play. (Florida Today)
Panthers' Davis out for season Nov 10, 2009
The 2009-10 women's basketball season opens without the marquee names of the past four years. Gone are Duke's Abby Waner and North Carolina's Rashanda McCants and Maryland's duo of Marissa Coleman and Kristi Toliver. (News & Observer -- Sports)
The Cougar Lounge - Special Nog Edition Nov 9, 2009
Last week, Nike had a feel-good story about a little girl, cancer and shoes and this week - back up to their old tricks when it was announced that the Nikesters were reluctant to sign an endorsement deal with USA Basketball after the American team performed so disappointingly in the 2004 Olympics ... First, Comedy Central has decided to team up with to produce a half-hour scripted, comedy show based on the popular Onion Sports Network video series and the Lounge could not be happier about this -... (Washington State Sports -- Rivals.com)
More Than Just a Game, Part I (1) Nov 9, 2009
The worn basketball darts from one player to the next, then lands in the hands of Sway, a feisty sharpshooter whose passion for the game is etched permanently on his face a two-inch Nike high-top sneaker is tattooed on his left cheekbone ... It was more than a year ago that I, a reporter with a basketball habit, first wandered into Gladys Park ... The basketball league began in 2006, an effort to create an outlet for younger men in the neighborhood. (Los Angeles Downtown News, CA)
Police: 1 killed, 3 injured in shooting near Vail Nov 8, 2009
Man shot after scuffle on Fresno basketball court. A 19-year-old man was shot in Fresno following a scuffle on a basketball court Friday afternoon, police said. (Fresno Bee -- Nation)
The Young Pro Nov 8, 2009
Thursday, January 1, 2009 2:28 PM EST. Harkins is The Citizen's innovation coordinator, an active member of the IGNITE young professionals group in Cayuga County and is always happy to hear from fellow young pros. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Marcus Jordan loyal to father Nov 8, 2009
He plays basketball with an intense passion ... About the only thing Marcus Jordan doesn't have is his father's game, which is why he ended up at the University of Central Florida instead of following Michael Jordan's large footsteps to North Carolina or signing with another basketball powerhouse ... A lot of kids have problems living up to their father's accomplishments, and from the moment Marcus first picked up a basketball he was destined to be compared to his very famous dad. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Lady Bruins basketball prepares for new season Nov 8, 2009
Members of the Lady Bruins junior varsity basketball team include Megan Rhoton (front row, from left), Carly Weeks-Foy, Olivia Cale and Brittany Cross ... Published: Saturday, November 7, 2009 6:09 AM CST The Blackford High School Lady Bruins Basketball team will begins it s 2009-10 campaign Tuesday, November 10 as they host the Bluffton Tigers. (Hartford City News-Times, IN)
SCC opens with games today, Saturday Nov 7, 2009
The Blackhawks open the womens basketball season with nine available players against Florissant Valley today and Saturday against Forrest Park in the FunCity Classic at Loren Walker Arena on the West Burlington campus. Nine is a welcomed number considering the injuries SCC has already had to battle through this season. (Keokuk Daily Gate City, IO)
Cool college towns Nov 7, 2009
Check out the Carolina Basketball Museum -- also a shrine to Michael Jordan ... After all, few sports experiences can top the rafter-shaking raucousness in Chapel Hill, North Carolina, during a Tar Heels basketball game ... Yes, there's a fine clutch of Georgian classroom buildings around a shaded, picturesque quad, but during the winter months, everyone's attention is fixated on the Dean Dome, home to the powerhouse Tar Heels basketball team. (CNN -- Travel)
Perennial power to take on season's surprise Nov 6, 2009
We know they've been playing good basketball forever. They'll probably have more people over there than us and the place will be filled with that "Go, C-I, Go.". (Brainerd Daily Dispatch)
Trio of celebrity sons emerge to launch their own legends Nov 6, 2009
Team ratings and rankings for football, basketball. and baseball. (USA Today -- Sports)
Preity wants to play ball! Nov 6, 2009
The actress who was away from Bollywood for just six weeks and has not migrated to LA, came up with the idea of making money for her charity by forming an all-international girls basketball squad called the Dream Girls team. The players will be internationally-famous women like film stars, supermodels, socialites and, of course, therell be me - the captain - and well be playing with professional basketball teams around the world ... Nobody knows Ive been a gymnast for 11 years,... (India Times, India)
Wasco Students Take Steps For A Cure Nov 6, 2009
Soon, Laird couldn't play basketball or any other sport he loved. Health officials said there is no cure and no treatment for this genetic disorder. (KERO 23, CA)
* Sports Briefs Nov 6, 2009
BASKETBALL Adidas ends UCF contract. A fight over the shoes Michael Jordans son is to wear at the University of Central Florida (UCF) has cost the school any future sponsorship with Adidas. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World Business)
Show Transcript: November 6 Nov 6, 2009
Marcus Jordan, son of basketball legend Michael Jordan, wanted to be like Mike. He wore Nike "Air Jordan" shoes during an exhibition game Wednesday night. (CNN -- US)
Phillies title gear a hit far from World Series Nov 6, 2009
She said the NBA hasn't been approached, but that the organization would welcome a partnership with basketball, too. Since that league's championship series ends in the early summer, that would give World Vision a year-round supply of apparel. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Step into officers' shoes Nov 6, 2009
The University of Central Florida, where Jordan is a freshman basketball player, has a $1. 9 million contract with adidas that requires all Golden Knight athletes to wear its shoes and apparel. (Fresno Bee -- Opinion)
Jordan Sneaker Choice Could Cost School Big Nov 6, 2009
German sportswear giant won't follow through on a six-year, $3 million contract with the after school basketball player Jordan, the son of NBA phenom Michael Jordan, donned Michael Jordan brand Nike sneakers at a UCF exhibition game last night, according to the Orlando Sentinel. Regional Adidas representatives had reached an agreement with the university to allow Marcus Jordan to wear Nike shoes but higher-ranking adidas officials later balked at the deal, the newspaper reported today. (ABC News -- Business)
Maya Moore heads preseason All-America team Nov 5, 2009
FILE -- From left are 2009 file photos showing college basketball players Tina Charles, Jayne Appel, Maya Moore, Monica Wright and Jantel Lavender ... (AP Photo/File) FILE -- This is a March 5, 2009, file photo showing Virginia's Monica Wright (22) driving past Virginia Tech's Nikki Davis (12) during the second half of Virginia's 66-57 win in an NCAA college basketball game at the Atlantic Coast Conference women's tournament in Greensboro, N.C. Wright was selected to The Associated Press'... (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
MJs son costs UCF future deal with adidas Nov 5, 2009
MJs son costs UCF future deal with adidas - College basketball- nbcsports ... MORE FROM COLLEGE BASKETBALL ... College basketball Section Front. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Wednesday's Sports In Brief Nov 5, 2009
By The Associated Press. Thursday, November 5, 2009. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Annie Got Her Gun, All Right Nov 5, 2009
"Don't give up. Don't ever give up." No matter how tough the opponent, Jim Valvano stamped that trait on his basketball team. Whether it was as a player, coach or life in general, Valvano fought until the very end to maximize his time spent doing what he loved. (Investors Business Daily)
Air Jordans cost UCF future deal with adidas Nov 5, 2009
Central Florida's Marcus Jordan, son of Michael Jordan, warms up before UCF's NCAA college basketball exhibition game against St. Leo, while wearing Air Jordan shoes and Adidas ankle straps Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2009. (AP Photo/Orlando Sentinel, Jason Greene) Central Florida's Marcus Jordan, son of Michael Jordan, looks up during his team's NCAA college basketball exhibition game against St. Leo on Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2009, in Orlando, Fla ... (AP Photo/Orlando Sentinel, Jason Greene) Central... (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- World)
Basketball Opens 2009-10 Season in Exhibition v... Nov 5, 2009
Basketball Opens 2009-10 Season in Exhibition vs. NDNU Friday - SANTA CLARA OFFICIAL ATHLETIC SITE ... Basketball Opens 2009-10 Season in Exhibition vs. NDNU Friday ... "He played a lot of minutes last year at the end. He can go back and look at that film and see how much better he can be. We are hoping Kevin can lead by example for a number of our players who haven't played Division I basketball yet.". (Santaclarabroncos.com)
Featured in Sports: Football playoff races get complicatedAlso: Yanks win World Series; Shoes cost USF adidas deal Nov 5, 2009
In college basketball: Jordan's son will only wear Nike's; college loses adidas deal. Reader Comments. (Klamath Falls Herald & News, OR)
Air Jordans cost Cent. Fla. future deal with adidas Nov 5, 2009
future deal with adidas - NCAA Basketball - SI.com ... More College Basketball Latest College Basketball News ... College Basketball Truth & Rumors. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
