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Source: ESPN.com | 29 Jan 2009 | 2:06 pm

Fired coach Gruden ready for next opportunity

Jon Gruden said he had no doubt he would coach again whether "it's the NFL, college, high school or, maybe, I'll just be the best damn flag football coach in the history of Florida."
Source: ESPN.com | 29 Jan 2009 | 1:51 pm

UM police won't seek charges in hockey attack

University of Michigan police won't seek criminal charges in an on-ice attack on a Michigan hockey player involving two Michigan State players. Department of Public Safety spokeswoman...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 29 Jan 2009 | 1:08 pm

UM police won't seek charges in hockey attack (AP)

AP - University of Michigan police won't seek criminal charges in an on-ice attack on a Michigan hockey player involving two Michigan State players.
Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 29 Jan 2009 | 1:08 pm

Beretta U.S.A. Corp. Wins Largest U.S. Military Handgun Contract Since World War II

All Pistols to Be Built by U.S. Workers in Maryland ACCOKEEK, Md., Jan. 29 /PRNewswire/ -- Beretta U.S.A. Corp. recently announced its receipt of a U.S. Army...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 29 Jan 2009 | 1:05 pm

Johnson targets England revival

Martin Johnson says England will have to put their disastrous autumn campaign behind them if they are end their long wait for an RBS Six Nations title.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 29 Jan 2009 | 1:02 pm

Federer beats Roddick, reaches Australian final

Roger Federer advanced to the finals of the Australian Open with a straight-sets win over Andy Roddick on Thursday.
Source: ESPN.com | 29 Jan 2009 | 1:01 pm

Dave Pelz and David Leadbetter Inaugurate First-of-its-Kind Golf Instruction Partnership at PGA National Resort & Spa

PALM BEACH GARDENS, Fla., Jan. 29 /PRNewswire/ -- Two of the world's greatest golf instructors now call PGA National Resort & Spa home. The new "PGA National Golf...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 29 Jan 2009 | 1:00 pm

Federer ousts Roddick in Australian Open semis (AP)

Switzerland's Roger Federer celebrates after beating  Andy Roddick of the United States during their Men's singles semifinal match  at the Australian Open Tennis Championship  in Melbourne, Australia, Thursday, Jan. 29, 2009.(AP Photo/Rob Griffith)AP - Roger Federer moved within one victory of his 14th Grand Slam title with another dominating victory, ousting Andy Roddick 6-2, 7-5, 7-5 Thursday to reach the Australian Open final.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 29 Jan 2009 | 12:59 pm

Telefonica Blue wins Volvo stage

Bouwe Bekking's boat Telefonica Blue wins the fourth stage of the Volvo Ocean Race.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 29 Jan 2009 | 12:54 pm

Abio Bikes Rolls Out Chainless Folding Bicycles

Two new models and colors available for spring season NEW YORK, Jan. 29 /PRNewswire/ -- Abio Bikes, Inc. today unveiled its new line of folding bicycles that...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 29 Jan 2009 | 12:50 pm

Federer beats Roddick to reach Aussie Open final

Reporting from Melbourne, Australia -- Sweat was dripping off Andy Roddick's white baseball cap, flying off his sleeves, making puddles at his feet. An occasional expletive burst from his mouth and...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 29 Jan 2009 | 12:43 pm

Federer storms into Australian Open final (AFP)

Switzerland's Roger Federer plays a forehand return during his men's singles semi-final against Andy Roddick of the US at the Australian Open in Melbourne. Federer beat Roddick 6-2, 7-5, 7-5 to reach the final and stay on track for a record-equalling 14th Grand Slam title on Thursday.(AFP/Paul Crock)AFP - Switzerland's Roger Federer blasted Andy Roddick off-court in another fearsome display to reach the Australian Open final and stay on course for a record-tying 14th Grand Slam title on Thursday.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 29 Jan 2009 | 12:29 pm

Monty gets warm welcome as Ryder Cup skipper

Colin Montgomerie's elevation to the European Ryder Cup captaincy has received a warm welcome from potential team members and a sharp intake of breath from across the Atlantic. The...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 29 Jan 2009 | 12:12 pm

Flood frustrated by Celtic link

Dundee United midfielder Willo Flood says he has been unsettled by speculation linking him with SPL rivals Celtic.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 29 Jan 2009 | 12:07 pm

Federer, Serena advance to Aussie Open finals

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Source: SI.com | 29 Jan 2009 | 11:51 am

Owen injury jinx strikes again as Barton ruled out (AFP)

Newcastle's Michael Owen (foreground) is chased by Hull's Craig Fagan during an FA Cup thirrd round replay at St James's Park in Newcastle, north-east England, on January 14. Owen is facing a two-month lay-off after the Newcastle striker's injury jinx struck again during a 2-1 defeat at Manchester City.(AFP/File/Graham Stuart)AFP - Michael Owen is facing a two-month lay-off after the Newcastle striker's injury jinx struck again during a 2-1 Premier League defeat at Manchester City.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 29 Jan 2009 | 11:49 am

Federer demolishes Roddick to reach Melbourne final

MELBOURNE (Reuters) - Roger Federer advanced to the final of the Australian Open with a 6-2 7-5 7-5 demolition of Andy Roddick on Thursday.
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 29 Jan 2009 | 11:35 am

Feds raid home of Bonds' trainer's mother-in-law (AP)

In this July 27, 2006 file photo, Greg Anderson, personal trainer for former San Francisco Giants slugger Barry Bonds, walks out of the federal building after appearing before a grand jury investigating the baseball star for perjury and tax evasion in San Francisco. Some 20 federal agents on Wednesday, Jan. 29, 2008, raided the home of the mother in-law of Anderson. Madeleine Gestas and her daughter Nicole Anderson, the trainer's wife, are the target of a tax investigation that Anderson's lawyer says is aimed at pressuring the trainer to testify at Bonds' upcoming perjury trial. (AP Photo/Eric Risberg, File)AP - Twenty federal agents raided the home of the mother-in-law of Barry Bonds' personal trainer on Wednesday.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 29 Jan 2009 | 11:25 am

Federer ousts Roddick in Australian Open semis

Roger Federer moved within one victory of his 14th Grand Slam title with another dominating victory, ousting Andy Roddick 6-2, 7-5, 7-5 Thursday to reach the Australian Open final. ...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 29 Jan 2009 | 11:18 am

Man City's Given bid 'insulting'

Newcastle boss Joe Kinnear says Manchester City's £5m offer for goalkeeper Shay Given is "insulting".
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 29 Jan 2009 | 11:16 am

Sublime Federer eases into final

Roger Federer strolls into the final of the Australian Open with a straight sets win over Andy Roddick 6-2 7-5 7-5.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 29 Jan 2009 | 11:00 am

Federer beats Roddick to reach Aussie Open final

Roger Federer has advanced to the Australian Open final and could have his record-tying 14th Grand Slam title wrapped up by Sunday. The Swiss star overpowered American Andy Roddick 6-2,...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 29 Jan 2009 | 10:57 am

Fae makes Nice switch permanent

Midfielder Emerse Fae leaves Reading to make his loan stay at Nice a permanent move, for an undisclosed fee.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 29 Jan 2009 | 10:56 am

Lyle downcast over Cup decision

Sandy Lyle is "disappointed" at being overlooked for the Ryder Cup captaincy but backs Colin Montgomerie to be a success.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 29 Jan 2009 | 10:35 am

Serena, Safina to meet in Aussie Open final

erena Williams moved within a win of a 10th Grand Slam title and fourth in Australia with a dominating 6-3, 6-4 victory over Elena Dementieva.
Source: ESPN.com | 29 Jan 2009 | 10:31 am

Owen and Barton pick up injuries

Newcastle's problems pile up as Michael Owen and Joey Barton suffer cracked bones in the defeat by Manchester City.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 29 Jan 2009 | 10:29 am

Johnson set to take Ospreys role

Scott Johnson will take up a coaching role with Welsh region the Ospreys, BBC Sport Wales understands.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 29 Jan 2009 | 10:26 am

Swiss skier Albrecht suffers lung contraction

Swiss skier Daniel Albrecht suffered a lung contraction Thursday following small bleeds in the organ while in an induced coma a week after a downhill training crash. Albrecht received...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 29 Jan 2009 | 10:13 am

Cards punter Graham first Australian in Super Bowl (AP)

Arizona Cardinals' Ben Graham, of Australia, punches the football back to the long snapper during afternoon practice at the Tampa Bay Buccaneers training facility Wednesday, Jan. 28, 2009, in Tampa, Fla.  The Cardinals will face the Pittsburgh Steelers in Super Bowl XLIII in Tampa, on Sunday. (AP Photo/Ross D. Franklin)AP - Ben Graham shook his head slowly, nodding in agreement: Yes, if there's anything more improbable than the Arizona Cardinals being in the Super Bowl, it's him being here with them.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 29 Jan 2009 | 9:35 am

Benitez fumes after Reds setback

Liverpool boss Rafael Benitez blames a "crazy" second half at Wigan as a 1-1 draw sees his team fall to third in the table.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 29 Jan 2009 | 9:22 am

Iguodala keys 76ers' comeback win over Rockets (AP)

Philadelphia 76ers' Andre Iguodala (9) reacts in the final minute of the 76ers' NBA basketball game against the Houston Rockets on Wednesday, Jan. 28, 2009, in Houston. Philadelphia won 95-93 with Iguodala scoring 29 points. (AP Photo/Pat Sullivan)AP - Andre Iguodala and the Philadelphia 76ers had a simple mind-set after Houston raced to a 14-point lead in the fourth quarter.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 29 Jan 2009 | 9:10 am

Iguodala keys 76ers' comeback win over Rockets

"We just keep going 'til the clock says zero," Iguodala said following the 76ers' 95-93 victory Wednesday night. Iguodala hit a baseline jumper with 36 seconds left and finished with 20...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 29 Jan 2009 | 9:10 am

Roundup: Crosby Is Back as Penguins Pounce on Rangers in Third

Sidney Crosby got back into action with a goal and two assists in the Penguins’ 6-2 win over the visiting Rangers on Wednesday night.


Source: NYT > Sports | 29 Jan 2009 | 8:27 am

NC State holds ceremony to remember Yow

North Carolina State held a tribute to former women's basketball coach Kay Yow at Reynolds Coliseum on Wednesday night.
Source: ESPN.com | 29 Jan 2009 | 8:24 am

Larry Bowa lobbies for re-signing of Manny Ramirez

Third base coach is concerned about the Dodgers' ability to produce runs without the free-agent outfielder. Thoughts...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 29 Jan 2009 | 8:00 am

Super Bowl figures to be a hair-raising spectacle

Text messages from press row... Silly proposition bets are as much a part of the Super Bowl as overly analytical...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 29 Jan 2009 | 8:00 am

Serena Williams sweeps into final

She eliminates Elena Dementieva in the semifinals at Melbourne. The first two games lasted nearly 12 minutes,...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 29 Jan 2009 | 8:00 am

League will review Andrew Bynum's flagrant foul

The NBA is reviewing the flagrant foul that landed Charlotte forward Gerald Wallace in the hospital to determine if any disciplinary action should be taken. ...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 29 Jan 2009 | 8:00 am

Blackhawks defeat Ducks, 3-2

Selanne is back for Anaheim, but it's not enough. The Ducks, fresh off a season-high seven goals, welcomed back...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 29 Jan 2009 | 8:00 am

Another big loss for the Clippers

Baron Davis and Marcus Camby return, but Clippers are still routed by the Bulls. Behind door No. 1: Baron Davis...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 29 Jan 2009 | 8:00 am

Wake Forest Redeems Itself Against Duke

James Johnson scored on a layup with eight-tenths of a second remaining for a 70-68 Wake Forest victory over Duke.


Source: NYT > Sports | 29 Jan 2009 | 7:58 am

Advertising: NBC Making the Most of Its Super Bowl Coverage

NBC will get $30 million of free promotional time during the Super Bowl, but it is also banking on the opportunity for more than a temporary advertising jolt.


Source: NYT > Sports | 29 Jan 2009 | 7:44 am

Report: Feds get damning Bonds' urine sample

The feds raided the house of the mother-in-law of Barry Bonds' trainer, Greg Anderson.
Source: ESPN.com | 29 Jan 2009 | 7:41 am

Nadal Criticizes the Prying of the Testing Program

More than 60 Belgian athletes have formally challenged stricter antidoping rules that require athletes to keep testers apprised on a daily basis of their location.


Source: NYT > Sports | 29 Jan 2009 | 7:40 am

Williams Is on Doorstep of Title and Top Ranking

Serena Williams lifted her game again in a hurry in a hotly anticipated semifinal, proving the steadier, stronger force in a 6-3, 6-4 victory over Elena Dementieva.


Source: NYT > Sports | 29 Jan 2009 | 7:39 am

Nova gets 18 from Redding as Cats tip No. 3 Pitt

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Source: ESPN.com | 29 Jan 2009 | 7:31 am

Billy Wilson, Sure-Handed Receiver for 49ers, Dies at 81

Mr. Wilson played in the N.F.L. from 1951-60 and led the league in receptions three times, retiring with 407 catches for 5,902 yards and 49 touchdowns.


Source: NYT > Sports | 29 Jan 2009 | 7:18 am

The Fifth Down: Ex-Steeler Woodson Finds Fault With Pittsburgh Secondary

The Steelers’ secondary have their toughest test of the season awaiting, according to the former Pittsburgh great Rod Woodson.


Source: NYT > Sports | 29 Jan 2009 | 7:06 am

Promising Fans at Game a View From the Couch

In football, the best seat in the house may be in the living room, not at the game. Now sports officials are trying to bring the screen to the stadium, not the other way around.


Source: NYT > Sports | 29 Jan 2009 | 6:36 am

In Dead of Winter, Shea Stadium Is Melting Away

What was once a semi-enclosed bowl with 57,000 seats is now a skeleton of a grandstand.


Source: NYT > Sports | 29 Jan 2009 | 6:34 am

Urine Samples Said to Link Bonds to Steroids

Federal prosecutors are said to have evidence that links Barry Bonds to drugs other than the “cream” and the “clear,” the designer substances that have become synonymous with the case.


Source: NYT > Sports | 29 Jan 2009 | 6:33 am

Preds ride power-play to 5-3 win over Canucks (AP)

Nashville Predators' Martin Erat, left, of the Czech Republic, scores on Vancouver Canucks' Roberto Luongo during the second period of an NHL hockey game in Vancouver, British Columbia, on Wednesday, Jan. 28, 2009. (AP Photo/The Canadian Press, Darryl Dyck)AP - Martin Erat, Jason Arnott and J.P. Dumont scored power-play goals during a six-minute span, and the Nashville Predators overcame a two-goal deficit to beat the slumping Vancouver Canucks 5-3 on Wednesday night.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 29 Jan 2009 | 6:27 am

Margarito's license suspended amid wrap probe

Former welterweight titleholder Antonio Margarito and his trainer, Javier Capetillo, had their licenses temporarily suspended by the California State Athletic Commission on Wednesday.
Source: ESPN.com | 29 Jan 2009 | 6:27 am

House deadly from long-range as Celts cruise

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Source: ESPN.com | 29 Jan 2009 | 6:25 am

Wake shocks top-ranked Duke in final second

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Source: ESPN.com | 29 Jan 2009 | 6:21 am

He's hungering for more than just the Super Bowl

Fan of the house: This was the wrong time of the year to start a Manny Ramirez hunger strike If you get some time...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 29 Jan 2009 | 5:42 am

School looks into possible violation by Steve Sarkisian and Nick Holt

Washington officials are investigating whether the football coach and the assistant broke NCAA rules on recruiting. ...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 29 Jan 2009 | 5:25 am

No. 5 North Carolina beats Florida State at buzzer (AP)

North Carolina's Deon Thompson, center, shoots for two first half points despite the defensive efforts of Florida State's Jordan DeMercy, left, and Ryan Reid, right, during an NCAA college basketball game, Wednesday, Jan. 28, 2009, in Tallahassee, Fla.  (AP Photo/Phil Coale)AP - Ty Lawson's running 3-pointer at the buzzer gave No. 5 North Carolina an 80-77 win over Florida State on Wednesday night.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 29 Jan 2009 | 5:20 am

Bit of a sticky situation

A little snap, crackle, and pop is a great thing in a breakfast cereal, but not so terrific in a hockey stick.
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 29 Jan 2009 | 5:00 am

Serena Williams advances to Australian Open final

Serena Williams earned a shot at her 10th Grand Slam title and Dinara Safina moved one victory away from her first with semifinal victories at the Australian Open.

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Source: Tennis News : CBSSports.com | 29 Jan 2009 | 4:32 am

Hines Ward sits out Steelers practice (AP)

Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Hines Ward stretches during practice at the University of South Florida in Tampa, Florida January 28, 2009 in preparation for the NFL's Super Bowl XLIII football game to be played February 1.   REUTERS/Brian Snyder    (UNITED STATES)AP - The Pittsburgh Steelers' first Super Bowl practice in Tampa was like every other Wednesday workout all season. Wide receiver Hines Ward was on the sidelines.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 29 Jan 2009 | 4:20 am

Niners set to name Raye off. coord.

The 49ers have hired Jets running backs coach Jimmy Raye to be their offensive coordinator, multiple league sources said Wednesday night. Raye beat out Ravens quarterbacks coach Hue Jackson for the position.


Source: SI.com | 29 Jan 2009 | 3:26 am

Steelers' Holmes reveals he sold drugs as youth

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Source: SI.com | 29 Jan 2009 | 2:20 am

Visiting Obama enticing for Super Bowl winner

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Source: SI.com | 29 Jan 2009 | 1:38 am

Ex-IU coach Sampson appealing NCAA penalties

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Source: SI.com | 29 Jan 2009 | 12:30 am

Don Banks: Steelers focused on finishing, not legacy

Win on Sunday, and the Steelers can discuss their place in the pantheon of Pittsburgh's defenses. Lose? Then all the talk is meaningless, writes Don Banks.


Source: SI.com | 28 Jan 2009 | 9:57 pm

Jon Wertheim: Hopes for a global warming reversal, Roddick's restraint

Beating the heat in Australia has been too difficult for some players.


Source: SI.com | 28 Jan 2009 | 9:05 pm

Fitzgerald says he'd pitch in to help keep Boldin

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Source: SI.com | 28 Jan 2009 | 9:03 pm

Andy Staples: Mountain of a man D.J. Fluker will be Alabama's next big thing

D.J. Fluker is a mountain of a man -- and Alabama's next big thing.


Source: SI.com | 28 Jan 2009 | 8:09 pm

Chris Ballard: The Power Of LeBron

LeBron James' expanding game is matched only by his physique.


Source: SI.com | 28 Jan 2009 | 6:32 pm

Serena left off Fed Cup team, Russians loaded

Australian Open quarterfinalist Serena Williams was left off the United States team that will play Argentina next month in the first round of the Fed Cup.

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Source: Tennis News : CBSSports.com | 28 Jan 2009 | 5:55 pm

Notes: High temperatures lead to roof closure

First the roof was open, then it was closed. Even the players who benefited from the cooler temperatures weren't sure why the decision to close the roof on Rod Laver Arena came so late on a scorching afternoon at Melbourne Park.

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Source: Tennis News : CBSSports.com | 28 Jan 2009 | 5:12 pm