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Source: ESPN.com | 13 Mar 2009 | 12:12 pm

Maine Cycling Tour Company Offers 'Stomp the Recession' Discounts

BAR HARBOR, Maine, March 13 /PRNewswire/ -- Maine Coast Bicycle Tours, offering what the company calls an ideal mix of luxury and activity, is offering a "Stomp the...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 13 Mar 2009 | 12:05 pm

Wilkinson rugby future unsure

Newcastle Falcons full-back Alex Tait has signed a new one-year contract, but the future of Jonny Wilkinson's future is less certain amid reports Friday he will join the growing exodus of...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 13 Mar 2009 | 12:03 pm

Aubert wins final women's WCup slalom of season

France's Sandrine Aubert won the final women's World Cup slalom of the season on Friday, edging runner-up Fanny Chmelar of Germany by 0.6 seconds. Aubert had a two-run total of 1 minute,
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 13 Mar 2009 | 12:01 pm

Syracuse outlasts Connecticut 127-117 in 6 OTs (AP)

Syracuse's Eric Devendorf is mobbed by teammates as he stands on a table after making a three-point basket at the end of regulation against Connecticut during a quarterfinal NCAA college basketball game at the Big East men's tournament Thursday, March 12, 2009 at Madison Square Garden in New York. The shot, which would have won the game and was originally ruled good, was reviewed and referees determined the clock had run down before the ball left Devendorf's hand. The game extended into six overtime periods before Syracuse won 127-117. (AP Photo/Julie Jacobson)AP - Syracuse outlasted Connecticut in the second-longest Division I game ever, capping a Big East tournament quarterfinal doubleheader in which the second- and third-ranked teams in the country both lost. Andy Rautins hit a 3-pointer 10 seconds into the sixth overtime Thursday night, giving the Orange their first lead since regulation and they went on to a 127-117 victory over the third-ranked Huskies.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 13 Mar 2009 | 11:26 am

Syracuse 127, Connecticut 117 (OT): Syracuse Defeats UConn in a Marathon Game

After nearly four hours and six overtimes, the Orange beat Connecticut, advancing to the Big East semifinals.


Source: NYT > Sports | 13 Mar 2009 | 11:25 am

Arizona St. bounces Arizona behind Harden's 27

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Source: ESPN.com | 13 Mar 2009 | 11:24 am

Agreement close in Tevez affair

West Ham and Sheffield United are close to agreeing a deal to end the long-running Carlos Tevez saga, BBC Sport understands.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 13 Mar 2009 | 11:08 am

Murray in Indian Wells comeback

Andy Murray kicks off his Indian Wells campaign on Friday in the doubles ahead of Saturday's singles match against Spaniard Albert Montanes.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 13 Mar 2009 | 11:01 am

Shoe puts James' hometown at center court

LeBron James is stepping out for his Ohio hometown on his newest Nike sneaker. The latest shoe in the company's Zoom LeBron VI line pays tribute to Akron by featuring the city's downtown
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 13 Mar 2009 | 10:43 am

Shoe puts James' hometown at center court (AP)

AP - LeBron James is stepping out for his Ohio hometown on his newest Nike sneaker.
Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 13 Mar 2009 | 10:43 am

We are not competitive - McLaren

Lewis Hamilton's McLaren team admit they cannot match the pace of their Formula One rivals with just 16 days left to go until the first race of 2009.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 13 Mar 2009 | 10:42 am

Man Utd pull Rooney 'hate' remark

Manchester United defend the decision to remove comments made by Wayne Rooney ahead of Saturday's clash with Liverpool at Old Trafford.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 13 Mar 2009 | 10:38 am

Mark McGwire Discusses Hitting Instructor Role

In a rare interview, the former slugger discussed his work as a hitting guru, mentor to four major leaguers.


Source: NYT > Sports | 13 Mar 2009 | 10:22 am

Jones to take up post in Japan

Saracens director of Rugby Eddie Jones will move to Japan when he leaves his post at the end of the season.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 13 Mar 2009 | 10:11 am

Virginia Tech Earns Shot at North Carolina in A.C.C. Tournament

After facing three weeks of headwinds in the Atlantic Coast Conference, Virginia Tech brushed aside No. 9 Miami, 65-47, in the first round of the A.C.C. tournament.


Source: NYT > Sports | 13 Mar 2009 | 9:54 am

Contepomi to leave Leinster fold

Leinster reveal that Felipe Contepomi will be leaving the province at the end of the season.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 13 Mar 2009 | 9:19 am

Sharapova completes injury return

Former world number one Maria Sharapova makes her first competitive appearance for seven months at the BNP Paribas Open in Indian Wells.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 13 Mar 2009 | 8:13 am

Cubans romp to book Classic rematch with Japan

Fidel Castro has got the rematch he wanted. Now defending World Baseball Classic champion Japan will have a chance to make the 82-year-old former Cuban president regret it. Cuba routed...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 13 Mar 2009 | 8:00 am

Defending champ Lance Mackey first into Iditarod

Two-time defending champion Lance Mackey was the first musher into the Iditarod checkpoint _ a once bustling gold mining town, now abandoned and ghostly _ to take the lead halfway into the...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 13 Mar 2009 | 7:50 am

Plenty of international flavor so far at Doral (AP)

Golfer Phil Mickelson hits out of the sand on the second hole during the first round at the CA Championship golf tournament, Thursday March 12, 2009, in Doral, Fla. (AP Photo/Wilfredo Lee)AP - Jeev Milkha Singh is from India. Retief Goosen, South Africa. Prayad Marksaeng, Thailand. And Phil Mickelson, of course, hails from the United States.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 13 Mar 2009 | 7:49 am

Plenty of international flavor so far at Doral

Jeev Milkha Singh is from India. Retief Goosen, South Africa. Prayad Marksaeng, Thailand. And Phil Mickelson, of course, hails from the United States. Maybe that's why they call this a...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 13 Mar 2009 | 7:49 am

D-II Holy Family's McLaughlin fastest to 400 wins

The fastest coach in women's basketball to win 400 games doesn't hear fans clapping to "Rocky Top" or celebrate perfect seasons in the Big East. Mike McLaughlin doesn't even have his own
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 13 Mar 2009 | 7:48 am

D-II Holy Family's McLaughlin fastest to 400 wins (AP)

AP - The fastest coach in women's basketball to win 400 games doesn't hear fans clapping to "Rocky Top" or celebrate perfect seasons in the Big East.
Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 13 Mar 2009 | 7:48 am

Udine give Italy UEFA Cup cheer, champs Zenit lose (AFP)

Udinese celebrate at the end of the UEFA cup round of 16 first leg football match against Zenith Saint Petersburg at Friuli Stadium in Udine. Udinese won 2-0(AFP/Vincenzo Pinto)AFP - Udinese's 2-0 victory over defending champions Zenit St Petersburg gave Italy rare cause to celebrate and Manchester City are set fair to reach the UEFA Cup quarter-finals following Thursday's action.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 13 Mar 2009 | 7:47 am

Denman & Kauto set for Gold Cup

Defending champion Denman and former winner Kauto Star are set for a rematch in the Cheltenham Gold Cup on Friday.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 13 Mar 2009 | 7:34 am

Italy are not divided - Perugini

Italy prop Salvatore Perugini denies there is a rift in the Azzurri camp ahead of Saturday's Six Nations clash with Wales.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 13 Mar 2009 | 7:29 am

Syracuse survives 6OT thriller vs. Connecticut

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Source: ESPN.com | 13 Mar 2009 | 7:24 am

Snow and Tight Economy Aid Eastern Ski Resorts

The economy may be in the doldrums, but New England ski resorts are having a great year, buoyed by plenty of snow and proximity to major metropolitan areas.


Source: NYT > Sports | 13 Mar 2009 | 7:22 am

With Every Dunk, Aboya Soars Higher at U.C.L.A.

As Alfred Aboya’s college basketball career approaches its end, his journey is not nearly over. He plans to return to his homeland in Cameroon someday for a career in politics.


Source: NYT > Sports | 13 Mar 2009 | 7:19 am

West Virginia 74, No. 2 Pittsburgh 60: West Virginia Sends Pitt Home to Rest

With the loss, Pittsburgh will be at home by the Friday before the N.C.A.A. tournament for the first time in years and with ample time to reboot.


Source: NYT > Sports | 13 Mar 2009 | 7:16 am

LeBron grabs another triple-double in Cavs' win

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Source: ESPN.com | 13 Mar 2009 | 7:14 am

Bairds Encounter Familiar Ground at Doral

Doral’s Blue Monster is one of Briny Baird’s favorite courses, and not just because it is a 30-minute drive from his childhood home.


Source: NYT > Sports | 13 Mar 2009 | 7:09 am

World Baseball Classic: Cuba’s Pastime: Beating Foreign Competition

Cuba certainly has the longest baseball tradition in the world outside of the United States, and probably the most deeply felt one as well.


Source: NYT > Sports | 13 Mar 2009 | 7:09 am

Big East: Louisville 73, Providence 55: Louisville Pounds Providence in Quarterfinals

Top-seeded Louisville made Coach Rick Pitino, their New York-bred mentor, proud Thursday afternoon as Earl Clark led the Cardinals with 24 points and 10 rebounds.


Source: NYT > Sports | 13 Mar 2009 | 7:08 am

Big East: Villanova 76, Marquette 75: Villanova Eliminates Marquette With Last-Second Shot

Marquette overcame cold shooting to make a game of its quarterfinal matchup with Villanova, only to lose on a last-second shot by Dwayne Anderson.


Source: NYT > Sports | 13 Mar 2009 | 7:08 am

USC comes up with plan to beat California

Daniel Hackett puts a pacing plan in motion in frenetic final minutes, and the Trojans advance in Pac-10 tournament. Next up is UCLA tonight.

One and not done.


Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 13 Mar 2009 | 7:00 am

There's a price to pay for tennis stars who pass on Indian Wells

Because of WTA rules, potential losses can get into the millions.

Talk about financial bailouts.


Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 13 Mar 2009 | 7:00 am

Are the yips more than something in the head?

Researchers at the Mayo Clinic believe the condition that can ruin a putting swing is also a physical matter for senior golfers. ...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 13 Mar 2009 | 7:00 am

Lakers running away with the West

They clinch the Pacific Division, a playoff spot and increase their lead in the conference to 8 1/2 games over the Spurs with a 102-95 victory. Bryant and Gasol score 23 points apiece.

The banner will never be hung at Staples Center, not even the slimmest of chances, making the Lakers' clinching of the Pacific Division a mere sidebar to the bigger event Thursday night.


Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 13 Mar 2009 | 7:00 am

There's a price to pay for tennis stars who pass on Indian Wells

Because of WTA rules, potential losses can get into the millions. Talk about financial bailouts.
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 13 Mar 2009 | 7:00 am

UCLA starts fast, beats Washington State

Bruins get revenge for loss to Cougars in February.

Three weeks could not dull the sting.


Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 13 Mar 2009 | 7:00 am

Lakers send a Texas-sized message to the Spurs

Text messages from press row . . .

They'd already won at Boston and Cleveland, so the Lakers' Thursday night victory at San Antonio wasn't their most impressive road win, but it ranks among the top five, at least. . . .


Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 13 Mar 2009 | 7:00 am

USC comes up with plan to beat California

Daniel Hackett puts a pacing plan in motion in frenetic final minutes, and the Trojans advance in Pac-10 tournament. Next up is UCLA tonight. ...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 13 Mar 2009 | 7:00 am

Bubble trouble for Pac-10 teams

USC is rewarded for its desperation; Arizona must now wait and see. The Pacific 10 Conference tournament is like...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 13 Mar 2009 | 7:00 am

Manny Ramirez, Pedro Martinez dominate Dodgers talk

Slugging outfielder, scratched from his first spring start, waves off Jonathan Papelbon's 'cancer' statement while the aging pitcher could be in team's plans.

One former Boston teammate blasted him, another may be joining him.


Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 13 Mar 2009 | 7:00 am

Evan Lysacek gets confidence boost in Toronto

The U.S. men's best medal hope worked on his skating with choreographer Lori Nichol.

In figure skating, as in life, who you know can be as important as what you know.


Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 13 Mar 2009 | 7:00 am

Manny Ramirez, Pedro Martinez dominate Dodgers talk

Slugging outfielder, scratched from his first spring start, waves off Jonathan Papelbon's 'cancer' statement while the aging pitcher could be in team's plans. ...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 13 Mar 2009 | 7:00 am

UCLA starts fast, beats Washington State

Bruins get revenge for loss to Cougars in February. Three weeks could not dull the sting.
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 13 Mar 2009 | 7:00 am

Phil Mickelson gets roars at CA Championship as Tiger Woods falters

'Lefty' dazzles crowd with six-birdie blitz on back nine to share lead as Woods struggles in his return to stroke play.

Radiating with confidence, Phil Mickelson practically strutted off the Blue Monster on Thursday in the first round of the CA Championship.


Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 13 Mar 2009 | 7:00 am

Bubble trouble for Pac-10 teams

USC is rewarded for its desperation; Arizona must now wait and see.

The Pacific 10 Conference tournament is like a lot of court dramas being played out across the country this weekend.


Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 13 Mar 2009 | 7:00 am

Jon Brockman scores 20 to lead Washington's victory

Huskies beat Stanford to reach Pac-10 tournament semifinals. Jon Brockman scored 20 points, Isaiah Thomas sparked...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 13 Mar 2009 | 7:00 am

Evan Lysacek gets confidence boost in Toronto

The U.S. men's best medal hope worked on his skating with choreographer Lori Nichol. In figure skating, as in...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 13 Mar 2009 | 7:00 am

Lakers running away with the West

They clinch the Pacific Division, a playoff spot and increase their lead in the conference to 8 1/2 games over the Spurs with a 102-95 victory. Bryant and Gasol score 23 points apiece. ...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 13 Mar 2009 | 7:00 am

Phil Mickelson gets roars at CA Championship as Tiger Woods falters

'Lefty' dazzles crowd with six-birdie blitz on back nine to share lead as Woods struggles in his return to stroke play. ...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 13 Mar 2009 | 7:00 am

Two Angels in WBC are back and a bit surprised

Minor league shortstop Hainley Statia was part of Netherlands team that stunned the Dominican Republic, whose first base coach is Alfredo Griffin.

Minor league shortstop Hainley Statia and first-base coach Alfredo Griffin both returned to Angels camp Thursday, Statia a little bummed and Griffin a little stunned.


Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 13 Mar 2009 | 7:00 am

Friday's gossip column

Wolves target Villa striker Marlon Harewood, plus other rumours
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 13 Mar 2009 | 6:53 am

Santana encouraged despite shaky spring debut

New York Mets ace Johan Santana was relieved to get his long-awaited spring debut done with.


Source: SI.com | 13 Mar 2009 | 6:51 am

Asian Tour's top golfers say no to 'super series'

The Asian Tour's top players have backed their executive chairman in rejecting any involvement in the "super series" of Asia-Pacific golf tournaments. America's Anthony Kang and India's...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 13 Mar 2009 | 6:42 am

Cuba beats Mexico to win pool B of the WBC

Yulieski Gourriel, Ariel Pestano and Frederich Cepeda all homered to help Cuba rout Mexico 16-4 in seven innings Thursday night to secure first place in Group B at the World Baseball...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 13 Mar 2009 | 6:37 am

Jones: Cowboys will not hurry to draft wideout

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (AP) -- Cowboys owner Jerry Jones says drafting a wide receiver isn't a priority this year, even after the departure of Terrell Owens.


Source: SI.com | 13 Mar 2009 | 6:03 am

James' third straight triple-double gives Cavs win (AP)

AP - LeBron James got his third consecutive triple-double and a long-sought first win in Phoenix.
Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 13 Mar 2009 | 5:49 am

Sharapova back on circuit in doubles at Indian Wells

Maria Sharapova made a tentative return from shoulder surgery Thursday, teaming with Elena Vesnina in a 6-2, 4-6, 10-7 loss to Ekaterina Makarova and Tatiana Poutchek in doubles play at the BNP Paribas Open.

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Source: Tennis News : CBSSports.com | 13 Mar 2009 | 5:37 am

West Virginia stuns No. 2 Pitt in Big East tourney (AP)

West Virginia's Alex Ruoff, right, drives the lane against Pittsburgh's DeJuan Blair in the first half of an NCAA college basketball game in the quarterfinals of the Big East men's tournament Thursday, March 12, 2009, at Madison Square Garden in New York. (AP Photo/Julie Jacobson)AP - DeJuan Blair spent most of Thursday night sitting on the bench, mired in foul trouble and watching Pittsburgh struggle mightily against overmatched West Virginia.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 13 Mar 2009 | 5:24 am

FTs with :2.3 left leave No. 7 Sooners shocked

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Source: ESPN.com | 13 Mar 2009 | 5:18 am

Michael Phelps worried about the pain he cause family

Michael Phelps says he's more worried about the pain he caused family and friends than losing money in endorsements after he was photographed inhaling from a marijuana pipe.
Source: ESPN.com | 13 Mar 2009 | 5:02 am

Reasoner lifts Thrashers past Oilers (AP)

Edmonton Oilers left wing Dustin Penner (27), left, gets knocked down by Atlanta Thrashers defenseman Nathan Oystrick (7) and Ron Hainsey in front of goalie Johan Hedberg during the first period of an NHL hockey game in Edmonton, Alberta on Thursday, March 12, 2009. (AP Photo/The Canadian Press, Jimmy Jeong)AP - Former Edmonton center Marty Reasoner beat Dwayne Roloson on a breakaway at 4:10 of overtime to give the Atlanta Thrashers their fourth straight victory, 4-3 over the Oilers on Thursday night.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 13 Mar 2009 | 4:39 am

Brodeur tips Coyotes to close in on Roy's record

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Source: ESPN.com | 13 Mar 2009 | 4:34 am

New York Mets pitcher Johan Santana makes spring debut

Johan Santana made his spring debut after pushing back his first start because of elbow tightness.
Source: ESPN.com | 13 Mar 2009 | 4:24 am

Kobe, Lakers clinch West's first playoff berth

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Source: ESPN.com | 13 Mar 2009 | 4:20 am

Santana makes spring debut, Marlins beat Mets 16-8 (AP)

AP - Johan Santana was glad to finally get his spring debut over with.
Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 13 Mar 2009 | 3:37 am

Maryland, Virginia Tech survive to fight another day

ATLANTA -- Dave Odom was sitting at courtside, enjoying his first ACC Tournament since leaving Wake Forest after a 12-year run in 2001. He was watching his friend and former foe from Maryland work the sidelines, and he said, "No one is better with his back against the wall than Gary Williams."


Source: SI.com | 13 Mar 2009 | 3:24 am

Tiger Woods shoots 1-under 71 in opening round of the CA Championship

Tiger Woods shot a 1-under-par 71 at Doral's Blue Monster course in the opening round of the CA Championship on a day when well over half the field was under par.
Source: ESPN.com | 13 Mar 2009 | 3:20 am

Report: NFL battling staph well (AP)

AP - Two independent infectious disease experts who inspected seven NFL facilities reported Thursday that the incidence of MRSA infections in the league is low and steadily declining.
Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 13 Mar 2009 | 2:21 am

Hewitt scores win in opening match at Indian Wells

Two-time former champion Lleyton Hewitt, unseeded at the BNP Paribas Open for the first time in a decade, won his opener against Jan Hernych of the Czech Republic 7-6 (3), 6-3 on Thursday.

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Source: Tennis News : CBSSports.com | 13 Mar 2009 | 1:09 am

Phelps opens up about pipe pic in TV interview

NEW YORK (AP) -- Michael Phelps insists he's more worried about the pain he caused family, friends and fans than losing money in endorsements after he was photographed inhaling from a marijuana pipe.


Source: SI.com | 12 Mar 2009 | 10:26 pm

Ben Reiter: Spring Postcard: Boston's deep pitching staff on full display

Quick hits from BoSox camp: Why it has been abnormally quiet here.


Source: SI.com | 12 Mar 2009 | 9:30 pm

Dodgers curious about Pedro

PHOENIX (AP) -- Pedro Martinez has caught the attention of Los Angeles Dodgers general manager Ned Colletti.


Source: SI.com | 12 Mar 2009 | 8:48 pm

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Source: Tennis News : CBSSports.com | 12 Mar 2009 | 8:21 pm

Federer now expectant father, says dream come true

Roger Federer is going to be a father.

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Source: Tennis News : CBSSports.com | 12 Mar 2009 | 8:21 pm

Raise the roof: Wimbledon test matches sell out fast

Tickets for the exhibition matches under Wimbledon's new Centre Court roof sold out in five minutes.

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Source: Tennis News : CBSSports.com | 12 Mar 2009 | 6:18 pm

NHL's GMs wimp out on new fighting rules

League GMs had a chance to make the NHL much safer -- and blew it.


Source: SI.com | 12 Mar 2009 | 5:20 pm

Seth Davis: Mark Few's future, March Madness woes, all-glue nominations and more

Mark Few's future, March Madness woes, all-glue nominations, more.


Source: SI.com | 12 Mar 2009 | 4:52 pm