World Sports Headlines for January 6, 2009

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Source: ESPN.com | 6 Jan 2009 | 1:53 pm

Top seed Djokovic out in 1st round at Brisbane

Top-seeded Novak Djokovic was upset in the first round of his season-opening tournament Tuesday, losing in straight sets to Latvia's Ernests Gublis at the Brisbane International.
Source: ESPN.com | 6 Jan 2009 | 1:41 pm

Yale to hire its first black head football coach

Jacksonville Jaguars assistant Tom Williams has been hired at Yale, becoming the first black head football coach at the Ivy League school.
Source: ESPN.com | 6 Jan 2009 | 1:22 pm

Nuggets roll, but Melo likely has broken hand

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Source: ESPN.com | 6 Jan 2009 | 1:10 pm

J.R. Smith facing traffic charges from fatal crash (AP)

AP - Denver Nuggets guard J.R. Smith is due to appear in a New Jersey municipal court next week to face traffic summonses stemming from a car crash that killed a friend in 2007.

Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 6 Jan 2009 | 1:05 pm

Bow Hunters’ Quest: Stalking an Elk and a Record

After the arbiter of bow-hunting records added the tule elk to its list of targets, hunters set out in pursuit.

Source: NYT > Sports | 6 Jan 2009 | 12:55 pm

Live text - Montanes v Murray

Andy Murray takes on Spain's Albert Montanes as he begins his defence of the Qatar Open.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 6 Jan 2009 | 12:54 pm

Djokovic crashes out of Brisbane (AFP)

AFP - Little-known Latvian Ernests Gulbis sent top seed and world number three Novak Djokovic crashing out of the first round of the Brisbane International here Tuesday.

Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 6 Jan 2009 | 12:42 pm

Dokic back in Australia Cup team

Jelena Dokic returns to Australia's Fed Cup team, eight years after switching nationality to Serbia and Montenegro.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 6 Jan 2009 | 12:35 pm

Mushtaq cleared for England role

Former Pakistan leg-spinner has received clearance to coach England spin bowlers and also Sussex for three months in the summer.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 6 Jan 2009 | 12:35 pm

Redknapp ready for League Cup endurance test (AFP)

AFP - Harry Redknapp admits Tottenham's threadbare squad will be tested to the full before he can look forward to a return to Wembley.

Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 6 Jan 2009 | 12:18 pm

Texas rallies past Ohio State 24-21 in Fiesta (AP)

AP - Left out of the national title game, Colt McCoy and Texas made the most of their trip to the Fiesta Bowl. They just hope they did enough to impress poll voters. McCoy hit Quan Cosby for a 26-yard touchdown with 16 seconds to play, lifting the third-ranked Longhorns to a 24-21 victory over No. 10 Ohio State on Monday night. The dramatic strike capped an 11-play, 78-yard drive that took only 1:42.

Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 6 Jan 2009 | 12:12 pm

Dilshan shines as Sri Lanka win

Tillakaratne Dilshan scores his second century of the game and takes 4-10 as Sri Lanka beat Bangladesh by 456 runs to win the second Test in four days.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 6 Jan 2009 | 11:15 am

Defoe heading back to Tottenham

England international striker Jermain Defoe is set to leave Portsmouth and rejoin Harry Redknapp at Tottenham, the London club said on Tuesday.A fee has been agreed on what is thought to be
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 6 Jan 2009 | 10:06 am

Venus Williams says no plans to retire soon

Despite watching some of her biggest rivals hang up their rackets in recent years, five-time Grand Slam winner Venus Williams says she still has plenty of goals in tennis. "I love my...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 6 Jan 2009 | 9:34 am

Giggs hints at Man Utd retirement

Manchester United's Ryan Giggs has hinted that he could retire at the end of the season.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 6 Jan 2009 | 9:21 am

Texas rallies past Ohio State 24-21 in Fiesta Bowl

The Texas Longhorns will be No. 1 on at least one ballot. It belongs to coach Mack Brown. Brown said he made up his mind after Colt McCoy hit Quan Cosby for a 26-yard touchdown with 16...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 6 Jan 2009 | 9:11 am

Texas rallies past Ohio State 24-21 in Fiesta Bowl (AP)

AP - The Texas Longhorns will be No. 1 on at least one ballot. It belongs to coach Mack Brown. Brown said he made up his mind after Colt McCoy hit Quan Cosby for a 26-yard touchdown with 16 seconds to play, lifting the third-ranked Longhorns to a 24-21 Fiesta Bowl victory over No. 10 Ohio State on Monday night. The stunning strike capped an 11-play, 78-yard drive that took only 1:42.

Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 6 Jan 2009 | 9:11 am

Pompey accept Spurs bid for Defoe

Jermain Defoe looks set to return to Tottenham Hotspur after Portsmouth accept a bid for the England striker.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 6 Jan 2009 | 8:54 am

N.B.A. Roundup: Carter Lifts the Nets as Harris Is Sidelined

Tim Duncan scored 19 points and grabbed 9 rebounds and the Southwest Division-leading San Antonio Spurs held off the Miami Heat, 91-84, on Monday night.

Source: NYT > Sports | 6 Jan 2009 | 8:34 am

Giants-Eagles Rematch Has Pierce-Westbrook Subplot

The last time the Philadelphia Eagles faced the Giants, Brian Westbrook scored two touchdowns with Antonio Pierce in futile pursuit.

Source: NYT > Sports | 6 Jan 2009 | 8:28 am

South Africa face tough final day

South Africa reach the close of day four on 62-1 - needing a further 314 runs to complete a clean sweep of the series.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 6 Jan 2009 | 8:27 am

For Oklahoma City Thunder, Wins Don’t Come, but Fans Do

The on-court play of the Thunder has been atrocious. To residents of Oklahoma City, though, the Thunder is their shot at the big time.

Source: NYT > Sports | 6 Jan 2009 | 8:25 am

Self-Imposed Obstacles Don’t Stop Steelers’ Harrison

The Steelers’ James Harrison, the defensive player of the year, took a circuitous route to N.F.L. success, overcoming a couple of brushes with the law and learning from his mistakes.

Source: NYT > Sports | 6 Jan 2009 | 8:22 am

N.H.L. Roundup: Sundin Could Play for Canucks This Week

The Vancouver Canucks cleared room for Mats Sundin to join their lineup this week, sending forward Jannik Hansen to Manitoba of the American Hockey League.

Source: NYT > Sports | 6 Jan 2009 | 8:06 am

Rangers 4, Penguins 0: Rangers Send Penguins to Fifth Loss in a Row

The Rangers sent Pittsburgh to its fifth straight loss, and climbed back into first place in the Atlantic Division by a point.

Source: NYT > Sports | 6 Jan 2009 | 8:06 am

Sports of The Times: All the Ice You’d Want to Ring in a New Year

The first day of the year used to be a daylong celebration of foo’ball in warm places, but the N.H.L. has played carpe diem by giving us steambreath under a gray sky.

Source: NYT > Sports | 6 Jan 2009 | 8:05 am

Texas 24, Ohio State 21: Colt McCoy Helps to Rally the Longhorns Past the Buckeyes

Texas quarterback Colt McCoy’s 26-yard touchdown pass to Quan Cosby with 16 seconds left lifted the Longhorns to a victory over the Buckeyes in the Fiesta Bowl.

Source: NYT > Sports | 6 Jan 2009 | 8:04 am

Andy Pettitte Rejects Yankees’ Offer, Making Return Uncertain

Andy Pettitte has rejected the Yankees’ one-year, $10 million offer, according to a person with knowledge of the negotiations, and there is no standing offer for now.

Source: NYT > Sports | 6 Jan 2009 | 8:04 am

Mike Scioscia isn't the only thing that weighs on him

The new year and the Angels manager's contract extension can make one reflect on other heavy challenges of life. ...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 6 Jan 2009 | 8:00 am

Texas uses last-second touchdown to beat Ohio State, 24-21

Colt McCoy connects with Quan Cosby for a 26-yard touchdown pass with 16 seconds left for the Longhorns, who finish 12-1. ...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 6 Jan 2009 | 8:00 am

Ravens use an old motivational ploy: lack of respect

Baltimore, which has plenty of Pro Bowl players and veterans, uses the drumbeat about disrespect for one reason. It works. The refrain...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 6 Jan 2009 | 8:00 am

Italy beats France, stays in Hopman Cup contention

Simone Bolelli beat Gilles Simon in straight sets to cancel out France's advantage, then combined with Flavia Pennetta to guide Italy to a 2-1 Hopman Cup victory on Tuesday.

Source: Tennis News : CBSSports.com | 6 Jan 2009 | 7:55 am

Top-seeded Novak Djokovic upset in first round at Brisbane tournament

round of his season-opening tournament Tuesday, losing in straight sets to Latvia's Ernests Gublis at the Brisbane International. Djokovic, who started the week with a chance of...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 6 Jan 2009 | 7:24 am

McCoy rallies Texas past Ohio State in Fiesta Bowl

Texas made its case, while Ohio State fell again in a BCS game. But this Fiesta Bowl had the most dramatic drive since the '05 Rose Bowl, says Arash Markazi.

Source: SI.com | 6 Jan 2009 | 7:19 am

Djokovic crashes out of Brisbane International

SYDNEY (Reuters) - Novak Djokovic's preparations for the defense of his Australian Open title suffered an unexpected setback Tuesday when the Serb was knocked out of the Brisbane...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 6 Jan 2009 | 7:19 am

Jean Le Cam in difficulties in Vendee Globe race

Vendee Globe round-the-world yacht race skipper Jean Le Cam reported "big problems" on board his boat Tuesday before communications were abruptly cut off, and rescue procedures were put in...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 6 Jan 2009 | 7:14 am

Tevez issues warning to Man Utd

Carlos Tevez reiterates his desire to stay at Manchester United but says he will leave if his ongoing contract negotiations are not sorted out.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 6 Jan 2009 | 7:04 am

Cogliano's third-period winner leads Oilers to 3-2 win over Islanders

EDMONTON - There seems to be no such thing as an easy two points for the Edmonton Oilers, even when they're at home against a struggling team. The New York Islanders looked like they...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 6 Jan 2009 | 6:38 am

No. 1 seed Djokovic falls in first round at Brisbane

Top-seeded Novak Djokovic was upset in the first round of his season-opening tournament Tuesday, losing in straight sets to Latvia's Ernests Gublis at the Brisbane International.

Source: Tennis News : CBSSports.com | 6 Jan 2009 | 6:30 am

Nuggets: Anthony has 'probable' fracture in hand

Carmelo Anthony scored 21 points and had a season-high nine assists despite suffering a "probable" fracture in his right hand in the Denver Nuggets' 135-115 victory over the Indiana Pacers...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 6 Jan 2009 | 6:25 am

Nuggets: Anthony has 'probable' fracture in hand (AP)

AP - Carmelo Anthony scored 21 points and had a season-high nine assists despite suffering a "probable" fracture in his right hand in the Denver Nuggets' 135-115 victory over the Indiana Pacers on Monday night.

Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 6 Jan 2009 | 6:25 am

Venus Williams not ready to retire anytime soon

Despite watching some of her biggest rivals hang up their rackets in recent years, five-time Grand Slam-winner Venus Williams says she still has plenty of goals to achieve in tennis.

Source: Tennis News : CBSSports.com | 6 Jan 2009 | 6:20 am

Anthony suffers probable fracture in right hand

Scioscia set for extended stay in charge of Angels (Reuters)

Reuters - The Los Angeles Angels have reached an outline agreement with Mike Scioscia to extend the manager's contract through the 2012 season, Major League Baseball reported on Monday.

Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 6 Jan 2009 | 6:00 am

Scioscia set for extended stay in charge of Angels

LOS ANGELES (Reuters) - The Los Angeles Angels have reached an outline agreement with Mike Scioscia to extend the manager's contract through the 2012 season, Major League Baseball reported...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 6 Jan 2009 | 6:00 am

Oilers beat Islanders 3-2 (AP)

AP - Andrew Cogliano's goal midway through the third period gave the Edmonton Oilers a 3-2 victory over the New York Islanders on Monday night.

Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 6 Jan 2009 | 5:39 am

Bucs' Morris latest candidate meet with Broncos (AP)

AP - Raheem Morris' interviewing skills could make his promotion to defensive coordinator in Tampa Bay a moot point.

Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 6 Jan 2009 | 5:31 am

Texas women's teams set NCAA scoring record

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Source: SI.com | 6 Jan 2009 | 5:20 am

Phils' Romero suspended 50 games, asks why

Phillies reliever J.C. Romero will receive a 50-day suspension on Tuesday, and he doesn't think it's fair.
Source: ESPN.com | 6 Jan 2009 | 5:15 am

Duxbury has perfect answer for Marshfield

It had to get through a physical contest against a South Shore rival, but the Duxbury boys' basketball team remained undefeated last night with a 57-50 victory over host Marshfield.
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 6 Jan 2009 | 5:00 am

Harangody lifts Irish past Hoyas

Luke Harangody had 31 points and 11 rebounds and No. 13 Notre Dame shot 45 percent against No. 9 Georgetown in a 73-67 victory last night in South Bend, Ind., that ended a five-game losing streak to the...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 6 Jan 2009 | 5:00 am

Northeastern on a roll

Perhaps it's a bit premature to begin thinking about the league standings. Or maybe not. After all, victories such as last night's 73-50 romp over Hofstra could have far-reaching ramifications for Northeastern's...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 6 Jan 2009 | 5:00 am

Bruschi seeks return

Tedy Bruschi signed a two-year contract last February, and as long as the Patriots want him back, the inside linebacker intends to honor that contract and return for a 14th season, according to a source...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 6 Jan 2009 | 5:00 am

Lundqvist does quite a number

The number on Henrik Lundqvist's stat line that jumped out to the New York Rangers goalie wasn't the 19 in the win column but the zero under shutouts.
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 6 Jan 2009 | 5:00 am

Bobcats thumbnails

When, where: Tonight, 7, at Time Warner Cable Arena, Charlotte. TV, radio: CSN, WEEI (850 AM) Scoring: Gerald Wallace 16.9, Boris Diaw 15.6, Emeka Okafor, 13.8. Rebounding: Okafor 11, Wallace 7.7, Diaw,...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 6 Jan 2009 | 5:00 am

A shocker? It wasn't to Skinner

The tone in the voice of the unassuming questioner made it sound as if it had been some God-knows-who mid-major team that came into North Carolina's house and rubbed its feet on the couch.
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 6 Jan 2009 | 5:00 am

Source: Results coming in Colts' Harrison probe

The Philadelphia district attorney will announce the results of an investigation involving the Colts' Marvin Harrison.
Source: ESPN.com | 6 Jan 2009 | 4:54 am

'Tough' injury could sideline LT against Steelers

LaDainian Tomlinson might have to sit out the San Diego Chargers' playoff game at Pittsburgh on Sunday.
Source: ESPN.com | 6 Jan 2009 | 4:31 am

Longtime Twins owner Pohlad dies at age 93

A baseball official says Minnesota Twins owner Carl Pohlad has died at age 93.
Source: ESPN.com | 6 Jan 2009 | 3:59 am

Top seed Dementieva wins opener at New Zealand

Top-seeded Elena Dementieva beat Taiwan's Chan Yung-jan 7-5, 6-3 Tuesday to progress to the second round of the ASB Classic women's tennis tournament.

Source: Tennis News : CBSSports.com | 6 Jan 2009 | 3:58 am

Hoopla in Pittsburgh: New No. 1 in coaches' poll

With proud pro sports franchises in the Steelers and Penguins, Pittsburgh now can claim the top-ranked men's college basketball team in the country as its own.
Source: ESPN.com | 6 Jan 2009 | 3:35 am

Big Ben practices, expects to play vs. Chargers

Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger, who battled the effects of a concussion last week, returned to practice on Monday and said he expects to play in Sunday's home playoff game against the San Diego Chargers.
Source: ESPN.com | 6 Jan 2009 | 3:11 am

AP Source: Bradley, Cubs agree to $30M, 3-yr deal (AP)

AP - The Chicago Cubs and free agent Milton Bradley reached a preliminary agreement Monday on a $30 million, three-year contract, according to a person familiar with the negotiations. The deal is subject to a physical scheduled for Thursday, the person said, speaking on condition of anonymity because the deal had not been finalized.
Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 6 Jan 2009 | 2:37 am

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