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Source: ESPN.com | 25 Feb 2009 | 1:04 pm

Stormy weather for ski makers

VAL D'ISERE, France (Reuters) - Snow conditions are ideal from the Alps to the Rockies, the off-piste is heavenly and the groomed slopes rock-free. Yet most of Europe's leading ski...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 25 Feb 2009 | 12:52 pm

Madrid's Raul marks 2011 for retirement

Real Madrid's all-time leading goal scorer, Raul Gonzalez, plans to play two more seasons for the Spanish club before retiring, although he may play on in the United States. "It's a...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 25 Feb 2009 | 12:49 pm

Flood lands England fly-half role

England name Toby Flood as fly-half for Saturday's Six Nations game against Ireland in Dublin.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 25 Feb 2009 | 12:42 pm

Tiger returns to PGA at Match Play Championship (AP)

Tiger Woods blast a tee shot during a practice round at the World Golf Championships Accenture Match Play Championship Tuesday Feb. 24, 2009, in Marana, Ariz. (AP Photo/Matt York)AP - Tiger Woods will be competing in the Accenture Match Play Championship that starts today outside Tucson, Ariz. It will be his first tournament since knee surgery following his victory in the U.S. Open on one good leg last June at Torrey Pines.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 25 Feb 2009 | 12:35 pm

Finland wins women's team sprint at Nordic worlds

Finland won the women's team sprint at the Nordic skiing world championships Wednesday. Aino Kaisa Saarinen and Virpi Kuitunen lived up to expectations and led from start to finish,...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 25 Feb 2009 | 12:34 pm

England duo set for IPL showdown

Andrew Flintoff and Kevin Pietersen will go head to head on their Indian Premier League debuts on 11 April.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 25 Feb 2009 | 11:58 am

Stephon Marbury, New York Knicks agree to part ways; Boston Celtics next?

Sources told ESPN.com that Stephon Marbury is close to a buyout with the Knicks and could join the Celtics.
Source: ESPN.com | 25 Feb 2009 | 11:52 am

Kiwis cruise to Twenty20 victory

Brendon McCullum and Jacob Oram share an unbroken 60-run partnership to guide New Zealand to a seven-wicket win over India in their opening Twenty20 match.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 25 Feb 2009 | 11:27 am

3 Man United fans attacked after match in Milan

Three Manchester United supporters were attacked by four Inter Milan fans in the aftermath of the Champions League match between the teams on Tuesday, ANSA news agency reported. The...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 25 Feb 2009 | 11:23 am

Tequila CAZADORES Named Official Spirit Sponsor of Ultimate Fighting Championship(R)

MIAMI, Feb. 25 /PRNewswire/ -- Tequila CAZADORES(R), the number-one premium tequila in the world, is proud to announce that it has been named the Official Spirit Sponsor of the...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 25 Feb 2009 | 11:00 am

Saracens plan South African influx

Saracens tell 15 of their playing staff they will not be required next season as they will be replaced largely by South African players.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 25 Feb 2009 | 10:39 am

Spanish reunion as Liverpool faces Real (AFP)

Liverpool's manager Rafael Benitez (right) and defender Jamie Carragher (centre) arrive for a press conference in Madrid, on February 24, on the eve of the Champions league second round first leg football match against Real Madrid.(AFP/Paul Ellis)AFP - Rafael Benitez and his array of Spanish stars return to their homeland on Wednesday as Liverpool tussle with Spanish champions Real Madrid at the Santiago Bernabeu with both vying for a first leg advantage as they bid to reach the quarter-finals of the Champions League.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 25 Feb 2009 | 10:27 am

Providence upsets No. 1 Pittsburgh 81-73 (AP)

Providence's Jonathan Kale celebrates after teammate Sharaud Curry, not pictured, made a three-point basket during the second half of a NCAA college basketball game against Pittsburgh Tuesday, Feb. 24, 2009, in Providence, R.I. Providence defeated No. 1 Pittsburgh 81-73.  (AP Photo/Stew Milne)AP - Weyinmi Efejuku scored 16 and Providence upset No. 1 Pittsburgh 81-73 on Tuesday night for its first win over a top-ranked team in 33 years. Sharaud Curry added 15 points for the Friars (17-11, 9-7 Big East), who picked up a big victory for their NCAA tournament hopes.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 25 Feb 2009 | 10:25 am

Flintoff key to Ashes says Warne

Australian spin legend Shane Warne says England have no chance of winning the Ashes if Andrew Flintoff is not fit to play.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 25 Feb 2009 | 10:08 am

Lure of fishing pushes enthusiasts onto frozen ice

Peter Muse's tiny New Hampshire house has a fireplace, bathroom, 4-burner stove and outdoor hot tub. It's also tax-free _ resting on a frozen lake with a hole cut in the floor for...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 25 Feb 2009 | 10:00 am

Ex-Stoke player moves to politics

Former Stoke City player Thordur Gudjonsson is standing for election in his native Iceland.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 25 Feb 2009 | 9:34 am

Carter helps Flyers rally past Ovechkin's Caps 4-2

Alex Ovechkin finally figured out the Philadelphia Flyers. The Flyers, though, still know how to get the best of Ovechkin's Washington Capitals, and they managed to do it this time with...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 25 Feb 2009 | 9:08 am

Carter helps Flyers rally past Ovechkin's Caps 4-2 (AP)

Philadelphia Flyers center Jeff Carter (17) is embraced by teammates after scoring on the Washington Capitals during the third period of an NHL hockey game, Tuesday, Feb. 24, 2009, in Washington. The Flyers won 4-2. (AP Photo/Haraz N. Ghanbari)AP - Alex Ovechkin finally figured out the Philadelphia Flyers.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 25 Feb 2009 | 9:08 am

Rockets top Blazers to continue surge up standings (AP)

Houston Rockets' Ron Artest (96) runs into Portland Trail Blazers' Nicholas Batum during the second half of an NBA basketball game Tuesday, Feb. 24, 2009, in Houston. (AP Photo/Pat Sullivan)AP - The Houston Rockets are relying on a familiar formula to climb up the Western Conference standings.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 25 Feb 2009 | 9:07 am

Rockets top Blazers to continue surge up standings

The Houston Rockets are relying on a familiar formula to climb up the Western Conference standings. "Moving it (the ball) and playing hard on defense," Ron Artest said. "That's our...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 25 Feb 2009 | 9:07 am

Spirit of '76: Friars stun top-ranked Pitt 81-73

Pittsburgh lost its first game since being elevated to the No. 1 spot in the rankings and opened the door for Providence to make the NCAA tournament. The Panthers fell behind 15-4,...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 25 Feb 2009 | 9:04 am

Spirit of '76: Friars stun top-ranked Pitt 81-73 (AP)

Providence's Jonathan Kale celebrates after teammate Sharaud Curry, not pictured, made a three-point basket during the second half of a NCAA college basketball game against Pittsburgh Tuesday, Feb. 24, 2009, in Providence, R.I. Providence defeated No. 1 Pittsburgh 81-73.  (AP Photo/Stew Milne)AP - Pittsburgh lost its first game since being elevated to the No. 1 spot in the rankings and opened the door for Providence to make the NCAA tournament.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 25 Feb 2009 | 9:04 am

US team plans to enter F1 in 2010

The founders of a proposed Formula One team from the United States say they have the backing needed to enter the sport next year.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 25 Feb 2009 | 9:01 am

Roundup: Athletics Scrap Plan to Build New Stadium

The Oakland Athletics officially scrapped their plans to move to Fremont, Calif., capping months of speculation that the team would pull out over procedural holdups.


Source: NYT > Sports | 25 Feb 2009 | 8:48 am

Ohio college wrestler living his dream _ at 45

Terence Haynes kept alive a decades-old dream by shedding 200 pounds and earning a spot to wrestle against collegians half his age. At 45 years old no less. Haynes, who weighed 429...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 25 Feb 2009 | 8:47 am

Duncan sits out, but Spurs crush Mavs 93-76 (AP)

Dallas Mavericks  forward Dirk Nowitzki, left, of Germany, defends San Antonio Spurs guard Tony Parker, of France, (9) during the first quarter of their NBA basketball game in San Antonio, Tuesday, Feb. 24, 2009.  (AP Photo/Eric Gay)AP - Tony Parker had 37 points and 12 assists with All-Star teammate Tim Duncan sitting out with a sore right knee, and the short-handed San Antonio Spurs held the Dallas Mavericks to their worst offensive showing this season in a 93-76 victory on Tuesday night.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 25 Feb 2009 | 8:34 am

Coach Is Marquette’s Minutiae Man

The Marquette men’s basketball coach, Brent Williams, has the passion and attention to detail that have kept the Golden Eagles competitive in the Big East Conference.


Source: NYT > Sports | 25 Feb 2009 | 8:22 am

Coach Keeps Truths and Swim Titles Flowing

Jim Steen may be Kenyon College’s version of the absent-minded professor, but his focus on his swimmers is keen.


Source: NYT > Sports | 25 Feb 2009 | 8:21 am

Wenger laments 'wasteful' Arsenal

Arsene Wenger praises Arsenal for their 1-0 win over Roma in the Champions League first-leg tie but rued his side's failure to score more goals.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 25 Feb 2009 | 8:14 am

Jonathan Broxton ready to close

There's no Takashi Saito this season, but at least Broxton got some experience last year. Jonathan Broxton says he knows that when he...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 25 Feb 2009 | 8:00 am

Kobe Bryant scores 36 as Lakers defeat Thunder

He has 15 points in the fourth quarter, helping the Lakers pull away after Oklahoma City gets close. On those...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 25 Feb 2009 | 8:00 am

Angels' Justin Speier looks to get his groove back

Coming off perhaps the worst season of his career, the right-handed reliever says he worked harder this winter, with the aim of reclaiming a prominent role in Angels' bullpen. ...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 25 Feb 2009 | 8:00 am

Craig Robinson wins the popular vote by a landslide in Oregon State

The Beavers were 0-18 in the Pacific 10 Conference a season ago but with their new coach, who is the brother-in-law of President Obama, they are 7-8 and 13-13 overall. ...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 25 Feb 2009 | 8:00 am

Team meeting helps Trojans clear the air

The players and coaches express their feelings after four losses in five games and altercation between Daniel Hackett and Dwight Lewis. "We let everything out," Hackett says. ...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 25 Feb 2009 | 8:00 am

Forget Manny and Tiger, it's time for someone to pop the truly important question

The race to marry off the daughter is down to three. So many critical sports issues to write about. If Jason Schmidt can get the Dodgers...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 25 Feb 2009 | 8:00 am

Defensive rating rankles UCLA's Ben Howland

The coach isn't happy that his team is eighth in the Pacific 10 Conference and No. 262 in the nation in defensive field-goal percentage. ...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 25 Feb 2009 | 8:00 am

Knicks and Marbury finally part ways

The point guard is poised to join the Celtics, according to reports. NEW YORK -- Stephon Marbury has been waived...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 25 Feb 2009 | 8:00 am

Tiger Woods, on course

Returning to PGA competition after months mending his left knee, he's looking forward to 'that rush.' Last seen...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 25 Feb 2009 | 8:00 am

Lakers-Celtics rematch? Be careful what you wish for

To Lakers fans seeking catharsis after last year's Finals loss to Boston, nothing short of beating the Celtics this June will do. But getting Stephon Marbury will make Boston that much tougher. ...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 25 Feb 2009 | 8:00 am

New-look Bulls defeat Southeast-best Magic

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Source: ESPN.com | 25 Feb 2009 | 7:30 am

Lawsuit Against Knicks’ Curry to Continue

A lawsuit filed against Knicks center Eddy Curry by his former driver is proceeding after the sides failed to reach a settlement during a mediation session.


Source: NYT > Sports | 25 Feb 2009 | 7:08 am

Marbury and Knicks Agree on Buyout

Stephon Marbury’s controversy-riddled Knicks career finally ended Tuesday afternoon, when he accepted a buyout of his contract, freeing him to join another franchise for the stretch run.


Source: NYT > Sports | 25 Feb 2009 | 7:08 am

In an Unusual Season, the Jazz Senses a Special Year

Spring in Utah usually blooms in disappointment regarding the Jazz. Could this be the season, of all seasons, that ends in a championship?


Source: NYT > Sports | 25 Feb 2009 | 7:08 am

Men’s Roundup: Providence Jars No. 1 Pittsburgh

Weyinmi Efejuku scored 16 and Providence, playing at home, upset No. 1 Pittsburgh, 81-73, on Tuesday night for its first win over a top-ranked team in 33 years.


Source: NYT > Sports | 25 Feb 2009 | 7:06 am

N.B.A. Roundup: Clippers’ Eric Gordon Gets N.B.A. to Take Notice

Eric Gordon has made quite the impression during his rookie season with the Los Angeles Clippers.


Source: NYT > Sports | 25 Feb 2009 | 7:05 am

Matsui Works His Way Back, With Little Fanfare

As Hideki Matsui enters the final season of his second Yankees contract, Japanese fans understand that he may never come back to play.


Source: NYT > Sports | 25 Feb 2009 | 7:04 am

Hearing for Anderson, Bonds’s Former Trainer, Is Delayed

A hearing to determine whether Barry Bonds’s former trainer will testify in Bonds’s perjury trial has been postponed to Friday.


Source: NYT > Sports | 25 Feb 2009 | 7:03 am

Colts release Harrison after 13 seasons in Indy

INDIANAPOLIS (AP) -- The Indianapolis Colts have released Marvin Harrison, ending the star receiver's 13-year stay with the team.


Source: SI.com | 25 Feb 2009 | 6:12 am

Greg Norman: PGA golfers need to take a pay cut

Greg Norman thinks golfers need to take a pay cut as the global economic crisis bites.
Source: ESPN.com | 25 Feb 2009 | 6:04 am

Fish survives scare from qualifier Dancevic at ATP Delray Beach (AFP)

Mardy Fish (seen here in January) of the US survived a scare from Canadian qualifier Frank Dancevic to win 7-5, 6-3 in the first round of the ATP Delray Beach International Tennis Championship.(AFP/File/Paul Crock)AFP - Mardy Fish survived a scare from Canadian qualifier Frank Dancevic to win 7-5, 6-3 in the first round of the ATP Delray Beach International Tennis Championship.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 25 Feb 2009 | 5:48 am

Providence withstands rally, upsets No. 1 Pitt

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Source: ESPN.com | 25 Feb 2009 | 4:30 am

Jake Peavy, Roy Oswalt anchor U.S. World Baseball Classic pitching staff

Jake Peavy and Roy Oswalt anchor the United States' entry in the World Baseball Classic.
Source: ESPN.com | 25 Feb 2009 | 4:05 am

Warner looking for a top 'four or five' QB salary

The agent for Kurt Warner says he expected the quarterback and the Cardinals would have a contract agreement by now and hopes the team isn't using his client's desire to stay in Arizona against him.


Source: SI.com | 25 Feb 2009 | 3:28 am

Peavy, Oswalt head U.S. staff at WBC

NEW YORK (AP) -- It's going to be awfully crowded out there in the bullpen.


Source: SI.com | 25 Feb 2009 | 3:22 am

Agent: Warner deserves pay of top QBs (AP)

AP - The agent for Kurt Warner says he expected the quarterback and the Cardinals would have a contract agreement by now and hopes the team isn't using his client's desire to stay in Arizona against him.
Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 25 Feb 2009 | 2:55 am

Oakland Athletics end Fremont stadium plans (AP)

In this Nov. 14, 2006 file photo is shown a sign posted in Fremont, Calif., about the proposed Oakland Athletics baseball field. The Oakland Athletics are putting the brakes on a plan to build a new stadium in Fremont. On Friday, Feb. 20, 2009, team officials asked the city to stop the planning process for a new stadium, saying they want to look at their options again. (AP Photo/Paul Sakuma, File)AP - The Oakland Athletics scrapped their plans to move to Fremont, capping months of speculation that the team would pull out over procedural holdups.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 25 Feb 2009 | 2:35 am

Indianapolis Colts end 13-year relationship, release wide receiver Marvin Harrison

Marvin Harrison can play wherever he wants now. In Indianapolis, he will always be a Colt.
Source: ESPN.com | 25 Feb 2009 | 2:28 am

Marbury expected to join Celtics

Stephon Marbury has agreed to a contract buyout with the New York Knicks, a league source told SI.com. Marbury is expected to sign with the Boston Celtics as a free agent before March 1.


Source: SI.com | 25 Feb 2009 | 2:12 am

NZ cricketers delay Zimbabwe tour

New Zealand's cricket team delays its forthcoming tour of Zimbabwe by a year citing "security concerns".
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 25 Feb 2009 | 2:01 am

Taylor visits with Bills, scheduled to meet Pats

ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. (AP) -- Former Jaguars running back Fred Taylor got a head start on the NFL free agency period, visiting with the Buffalo Bills on Tuesday.


Source: SI.com | 25 Feb 2009 | 12:47 am

All's well as Erik Bedard of the Seattle Mariners faces live hitters

Erik Bedard has passed his first small test in getting back from shoulder surgery. The Mariners' starter allowed only a ground ball single during a scoreless inning in an intrasquad game on Tuesday.
Source: ESPN.com | 25 Feb 2009 | 12:06 am

Michael Crabtree wavering on surgery plans for foot stress fracture

Michael Crabtree, the top-rated receiver in this year's draft, told NFL Network on Tuesday there was only a 50-50 chance he would run at his personal workout next month in Lubbock, Texas.
Source: ESPN.com | 25 Feb 2009 | 12:02 am

Alex Rodriguez prepared for fan reception; MLB investigators eye meeting this week

Alex Rodriguez is prepared for the worst when he plays in the New York Yankees' spring training opener Wednesday.


Source: ESPN.com | 24 Feb 2009 | 11:52 pm

Ferguson rues lack of away goal

Manchester United's showing in the 0-0 draw with Inter Milan delights boss Sir Alex Ferguson, although he regrets his side's failure to score.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 24 Feb 2009 | 11:47 pm

Lu upsets Hewitt in early round at Delray Beach

Lleyton Hewitt lost on his 28th birthday, falling to eighth-seeded Yen-hsun Lu 7-5, 2-6, 6-2 in the first round of the Delray Beach International on Tuesday.

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Source: Tennis News : CBSSports.com | 24 Feb 2009 | 10:40 pm

No. 1 seed Nalbandian ousted in Acapulco opener

Top-seeded David Nalbandian was knocked out by qualifier Daniel Koellerer 1-6, 6-3, 6-4 in the first round of the Mexican Open on Tuesday.

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Source: Tennis News : CBSSports.com | 24 Feb 2009 | 10:37 pm

A-Rod bracing for rude reception in spring debut

TAMPA. Fla. (AP) -- Alex Rodriguez is prepared for the worst when he plays in the New York Yankees' spring training opener Wednesday.


Source: SI.com | 24 Feb 2009 | 9:44 pm

Steve Aschburner: Joe Smith is a wanted man

A former No. 1 pick who could be a key piece to a contender's puzzle.


Source: SI.com | 24 Feb 2009 | 9:43 pm

Tom Verducci: Appreciating Carlos Delgado, the lost slugger of the Steroid Era

The underappreciated slugger lost in the shadows of the Steroid Era.


Source: SI.com | 24 Feb 2009 | 9:00 pm

Tim Tuttle: Kyle Busch makes history at Auto Club Speedway

Kyle Busch has sent a message: he is going to win often in 2009.


Source: SI.com | 24 Feb 2009 | 8:10 pm

Peter King: Brees offers advice to Stafford

Drew Brees' effect on Matt Stafford, a possible Colts blunder and more.


Source: SI.com | 24 Feb 2009 | 7:58 pm

Top seed Djokovic routs qualifier to advance in Dubai

Top-seeded Novak Djokovic struggled with his serve before beating Italian qualifier Flavio Cipolla 6-3, 6-2 in the first round of the Dubai Tennis Championships on Tuesday.

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Source: Tennis News : CBSSports.com | 24 Feb 2009 | 7:25 pm

Davis Cup: Roddick leads U.S. against Roger-less Swiss

The U.S. Davis Cup team will go with its regular lineup for an opening-round match against Switzerland.

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Source: Tennis News : CBSSports.com | 24 Feb 2009 | 7:22 pm

Israel-Sweden Davis Cup match set for empty arena

The Davis Cup match between Sweden and Israel will go ahead without spectators in the southern city of Malmo after attempts to move the venue to Stockholm fell through.

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Source: Tennis News : CBSSports.com | 24 Feb 2009 | 3:01 pm

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Source: Tennis News : CBSSports.com | 24 Feb 2009 | 3:01 pm

Agassi, Graf in first matches under Wimbledon roof

Former Wimbledon champions Andre Agassi and Steffi Graf will return to the All England Club in May to try out the playing conditions under the new Centre Court roof.

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Source: Tennis News : CBSSports.com | 24 Feb 2009 | 12:58 pm