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Arthur explains decision to quitMickey Arthur says "differences" between himself and Cricket South Africa forced him to step down as coach of the national team.Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 27 Jan 2010 | 3:20 am Gamecocks hand No. 1 Kentucky first lossTop-ranked Kentucky found out it's got some growing up to do. And college basketball will most likely find a new No. 1. Devan Downey scored 30 points and South Carolina sent Kentucky to its first loss of the season 68-62 on Tuesday night.Source: FOXSports.com News | 27 Jan 2010 | 2:32 am Venus Williams Is Out, but Serena PerseveresChina’s Li Na stunned sixth-seeded Venus Williams at the Australian Open; Serena Williams also struggled early, but battled back to advance to the semifinals.
Source: NYT > Sports | 27 Jan 2010 | 2:27 am Federer downs Davydenko for 23rd straight Slam semi (AFP)
Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 27 Jan 2010 | 2:27 am Race for premiership heats up (AFP)
Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 27 Jan 2010 | 2:19 am Serena saves family pride as sister Venus gone (AP)
Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 27 Jan 2010 | 2:10 am China's Zhang and Zhang in lead at Four ContinentsWorld pairs silver medalists Zhang Dan and Zhang Hao of China seized an early lead Wednesday at the Four Continents figure skating championships _ their last international event before the...Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 27 Jan 2010 | 2:07 am Ex-San Francisco Pro Bowl punter Tom Wittum dies (AP)AP - Former San Francisco 49ers Pro Bowl punter Tom Wittum, who was drafted by the Chicago White Sox but opted for a standout baseball and football career at Northern Illinois, has died. He was 60.Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 27 Jan 2010 | 1:52 am Knicks 132, Timberwolves 105: In Two Games, Knicks See Both Sides of a RoutDavid Lee had 28 points and 10 rebounds, and the Knicks bounced back from a lopside loss to notch an easy victory.
Source: NYT > Sports | 27 Jan 2010 | 1:47 am South Carolina beats No. 1 Kentucky 68-62 (AP)
Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 27 Jan 2010 | 1:44 am South Carolina beats No. 1 Kentucky 68-62Top-ranked Kentucky found out it's got some growing up to do. And college basketball will most likely find a new No. 1. Devan Downey scored 30 points and South Carolina sent Kentucky to...Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 27 Jan 2010 | 1:44 am Coach’s Career Risk Keeps Paying Off at St. John’sA self-made coach who has worked in Divisions I, II and III, Kim Barnes Arico, 39, has St. John’s off to a 16-3 start going into Wednesday’s game at Syracuse.
Source: NYT > Sports | 27 Jan 2010 | 1:42 am Rambis, a ChampionWith the Lakers, Was Briefly a KnickKurt Rambis spent 10 days on the roster, but none on the court for the Knicks.
Source: NYT > Sports | 27 Jan 2010 | 1:41 am Serena saves family pride as sister Venus goneSerena Williams saved some family pride Wednesday at the Australian Open. After her older sister Venus' upset loss in the previous match on Rod Laver Arena, four-time champion Serena wasSource: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 27 Jan 2010 | 1:37 am Athletics Roll the Dice and Add Sheets, a Four-Time All-Star, for a YearThe four-time All-Star Ben Sheets, who missed last season because of injury, agreed to a $10 million deal other teams wouldn’t match.
Source: NYT > Sports | 27 Jan 2010 | 1:36 am Mets Are Hoping Perez Will Continue to Follow Santana’s LeadJohan Santana and Oliver Perez, both coming off surgery, threw in tandem off a mound Tuesday in Florida and each looked healthy.
Source: NYT > Sports | 27 Jan 2010 | 1:35 am N.F.L. Roundup: Players May Get Heart TestsAfter the death of a player for the Chicago Bears, the N.F.L.’s medical committee is discussing giving players echocardiograms.
Source: NYT > Sports | 27 Jan 2010 | 1:34 am Sports Business: Congress’s Team: Deal for Merger Included SaintsTo secure enough Congressional votes to approve the merger of the N.F.L. and the A.F.L. in 1966, a team was promised for New Orleans.
Source: NYT > Sports | 27 Jan 2010 | 1:34 am Rampaging Murray and Tender Knee Vanquish NadalThe Australian Open will have a new men’s singles champion this year after Rafael Nadal was forced to retire on Tuesday because of a knee injury.
Source: NYT > Sports | 27 Jan 2010 | 1:34 am Sports of The Times: Attending Super Bowl Roused Boozer to Help Jets Win OneHow will the Jets respond to Sunday’s lopsided loss to Indianapolis? Perhaps they should take a page from Emerson Boozer’s playbook and attend Super Bowl XLIV.
Source: NYT > Sports | 27 Jan 2010 | 1:33 am De La Hoya not giving up on Mayweather-Pacquiao boutBoxing promoter Oscar De La Hoya says despite a bitter ongoing feud outside of the ring, he hasn't given up trying to convince Filipino Manny Pacquiao to fight his client Floyd Mayweather.Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 27 Jan 2010 | 1:16 am Miller makes his fourth US Olympic team (AP)
Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 27 Jan 2010 | 1:12 am Crystal Palace in administrationChampionship side Crystal Palace go into administration and are set for a 10-point deduction.Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 27 Jan 2010 | 1:00 am Tom Smallwood's Cinderella storyHe went from a GM assembly line to the PBA Tour and won a major event, the World Championship.Tom Smallwood, the best sports story of 2009, is on the phone from Las Vegas talking about whom he'd prefer to portray him in the movie. He hasn't given it much thought, though he has met with agents and producers and says Kevin James' ("Paul Blart: Mall Cop") name has come up.
Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 27 Jan 2010 | 1:00 am Jim Mora knew Peyton Manning would be special some dayFormer Indianapolis and New Orleans coach says he remembers letting the quarterback, then in high school or college, run plays during casual workouts and how well he did.The first time Peyton Manning hunkered into an NFL huddle, called an NFL play, scanned the field and fired a pass to an NFL receiver, it didn't come as the No. 1 overall pick of the Indianapolis Colts.
Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 27 Jan 2010 | 1:00 am Clippers acquire guard Bobby Brown from New OrleansAdding the 6-foot-2 Brown, a Westchester High and Cal State Fullerton alumnus, gives the Clippers needed depth at a position weakened by injuries to Eric Gordon and Sebastian Telfair. ...Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 27 Jan 2010 | 1:00 am Dodgers re-sign Ronnie Belliard, but want less bellyThe infielder's one-year, $825,000 deal will be guaranteed only if he weighs 209 pounds or fewer at training camp.The infielder's one-year, $825,000 deal will be guaranteed only if he weighs 209 pounds or fewer at training camp.
Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 27 Jan 2010 | 1:00 am Jim Mora knew Peyton Manning would be special some dayFormer Indianapolis and New Orleans coach says he remembers letting the quarterback, then in high school or college, run plays during casual workouts and how well he did. ...Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 27 Jan 2010 | 1:00 am It's hard to make heads or tails of NFL's overtime ruleUnique among major sports, the NFL's overtime format does not guarantee each team at least one chance to score. The 'sudden death' system, in which the most important play sometimes is the coin toss,Unique among major sports, the NFL's overtime format does not guarantee each team at least one chance to score. The 'sudden death' system, in which the most important play sometimes is the coin toss,
Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 27 Jan 2010 | 1:00 am Ron Artest feels bad about missing White House visitForward had the '21/2-hour flu,' according to Phil Jackson. He is the only Laker who wasn't on the championship team last season. A medical...Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 27 Jan 2010 | 1:00 am Lakers get a lift from White House visitThey show more life in routing the lowly Wizards to even their record on trip.They show more life in routing the lowly Wizards to even their record on trip.
Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 27 Jan 2010 | 1:00 am Clippers acquire guard Bobby Brown from New OrleansAdding the 6-foot-2 Brown, a Westchester High and Cal State Fullerton alumnus, gives the Clippers needed depth at a position weakened by injuries to Eric Gordon and Sebastian Telfair.What can Brown do for you?
Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 27 Jan 2010 | 1:00 am Williams sisters have up and down daySerena rallies to win quarterfinal match against Victoria Azarenka of Belarus but Venus falls to Li Na of China.Defending champion Serena Williams survived against Victoria Azarenka today, preventing consecutive upsets after her sister Venus lost to Li Na in the women's quarterfinals of the Australian Open.
Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 27 Jan 2010 | 1:00 am Bruins spend time on free throwsUCLA is making a woefully low percentage of its foul shots, a situation Coach Ben Howland aims to improve.UCLA freshman forward Tyler Honeycutt was one free throw from being done in practice Monday.
Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 27 Jan 2010 | 1:00 am Matt Barkley's surgery on wrist is 'minor'USC's starting quarterback is expected to be ready for spring practice in March.USC quarterback Matt Barkley , who started 12 games last season as a freshman, underwent wrist surgery Tuesday but is expected to be ready for the start of spring practice in March, the school announced.
Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 27 Jan 2010 | 1:00 am Dustin Brown leads Kings to a big winCaptain has three assists in victory over the Maple Leafs.The Kings enjoyed a profitable night on several fronts Tuesday.
Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 27 Jan 2010 | 1:00 am FanHouse: Oden apologizes for nude 'Net photosSource: SI.com | 27 Jan 2010 | 12:51 am Source: SI.com | 27 Jan 2010 | 12:51 am Report: Furyk thinks Tiger will return for MastersSource: SI.com | 27 Jan 2010 | 12:51 am Sloppy Wizards help Kobe, Lakers end road funkWASHINGTON(AP) There's nothing like a trip to 1600 Pennsylvania Ave. to lift the spirits during the dog days of an NBA season.Source: SI.com | 27 Jan 2010 | 12:51 am New No. 1 Kentucky upset by S. CarolinaKentucky's perfect season came to an abrupt end in its first game at No. 1. Guard Devan Downey outplayed John Wall and South Carolina upset the nation's last unbeaten team 68-62.Source: SI.com | 27 Jan 2010 | 12:51 am Chinese pairs skaters take lead at Four ContinentsWorld pairs silver medalists Zhang Dan and Zhang Hao of China are in the lead after the short program at the Four Continents figure skating competition. Americans Keauna McLaughlin and...Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 27 Jan 2010 | 12:45 am Li beats one Williams sister, readies for next oneAlready further into a Grand Slam tournament than she has ever been, Li Na is reluctant to say it has taken her best tennis to reach the Australian Open semifinals.
 Source: Tennis News : CBSSports.com | 27 Jan 2010 | 12:38 am 'Lazy' Li breaks top 10 to join Zheng in Australian semisMELBOURNE (Reuters) - Li Na reached her goal of becoming China's first top 10 player quicker than expected after grinding down Venus Williams in three sets to join compatriot Zheng Jie in...Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 27 Jan 2010 | 12:35 am French feel the heat with midweek Top 14 fixturesFrench clubs face a massive test of their strength in depth when Top 14 action resumes on Wednesday, in some cases just days after hard-hitting action in European competition. Two of theSource: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 27 Jan 2010 | 12:16 am Zaheer inspires India to victorySeamer Zaheer Khan rips through Bangladesh as India secure a 2-0 series win following a comprehensive 10-wicket victory in Mirpur.Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 27 Jan 2010 | 12:03 am Li Na rallies to beat Venus Williams, reach first Grand Slam semifinalsChina's Li Na beat Venus Williams 2-6, 7-6 (4), 7-5 in a marathon, mistake-ridden quarterfinal at the Australian Open featuring 110 unforced errors.Source: ESPN.com | 27 Jan 2010 | 12:02 am Serena escapes after Venus falls to ChineseMELBOURNE (Reuters) - Serena Williams summoned all her fighting qualities to beat Victoria Azarenka 4-6 7-6 6-2 at the Australian Open Wednesday after sister Venus's demise.Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 26 Jan 2010 | 11:59 pm Udrih scores 24 points to lift Kings 99-96 (AP)
Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 26 Jan 2010 | 11:56 pm Report: Andre Dawson to enter Hall as Expo, not Chicago CubAndre Dawson will reportedly go into the Hall of Fame as an Expo.Source: ESPN.com | 26 Jan 2010 | 11:52 pm Serena survives Aussie scare, but Venus oustedMELBOURNE, Australia (AP) -- Serena Williams has survived a major scare -- down a set and 4-0 in the second -- to advance to the semifinals of the Australian Open with a 4-6, 7-6 (4), 6-2 win over Victoria Azarenka.Source: SI.com | 26 Jan 2010 | 11:48 pm Ben Sheets agrees with Oakland Athletics for one season, $10 millionThe Oakland Athletics have agreed to terms with pitcher Ben Sheets on a one-year deal.Source: ESPN.com | 26 Jan 2010 | 11:43 pm Injury once again raises Nadal doubtsRafael Nadal's injury-enforced withdrawal from the Australian Open has once again raised doubts as to whether tennis has seen the best of him. The mercurial Spaniard limped out of his...Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 26 Jan 2010 | 11:32 pm Serena battles through to face LiVictoria Azarenka powers past champion Serena Williams to join China's Li Na in the semi-finals of the Australian Open.Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 26 Jan 2010 | 11:25 pm Serena Williams survives after Venus' departureDefending champion Serena Williams survived against Victoria Azarenka in a classic comeback win Wednesday, preventing back-to-back upsets after her sister Venus lost to Li Na. Venus...Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 26 Jan 2010 | 11:22 pm Panthers beat Montreal 2-1 (AP)
Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 26 Jan 2010 | 11:20 pm Cal State-Fullerton wins 92-84 in overtime (AP)AP - Aaron Thompson had 23 points and 14 rebounds and Cal State-Fullerton rallied to defeat Cal State Bakersfield 92-84 in overtime Tuesday night.Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 26 Jan 2010 | 11:17 pm President Barack Obama thanks Kentucky Wildcats for "Hoops for Haiti" fundraising effortPresident Barack Obama calls John Calipari to thank the Kentucky coach and his players for their help in raising more than $1 million in the "Hoops for Haiti" telethon.Source: ESPN.com | 26 Jan 2010 | 10:58 pm Short stay: Kentucky loses in 1st game at No. 1Devan Downey scored 30 points and South Carolina sent No. 1 Kentucky to its first loss of the season with a 68-62 victory on Tuesday night.Source: ESPN.com | 26 Jan 2010 | 10:50 pm Federer, Serena rally at Aussie; Venus outSerena survives a big scare, but Venus loses a stunner at the Australian Open.Source: FOXSports.com News | 26 Jan 2010 | 10:44 pm Report: New York Yankees' Brian Cashman not pursuing Johnny DamonThe Yankees are reportedly not talking to Johnny Damon anymore.Source: ESPN.com | 26 Jan 2010 | 10:34 pm President thanks No. 1 Wildcats for Haitian relief (AP)
Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 26 Jan 2010 | 10:31 pm Tackle sheds light on injuriesDuring a radio interview yesterday, Patriots offensive tackle Matt Light revealed why he missed the middle portion of the season. Against the Broncos in Week 5, Light dislocated his left kneecap and damaged...Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 26 Jan 2010 | 10:00 pm This is where the elite meetThe philosophy in Celtics camp is that it’s only a statement game if you win. It’s only a litmus test if you pass. It’s only a measuring stick if you measure up. ...Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 26 Jan 2010 | 10:00 pm Hermida and Red Sox reach agreementWith arbitration hearings set to start at the beginning of February - and every other arbitration-eligible member of the Red Sox signed - Jeremy Hermida agreed to terms yesterday. The outfielder, who was...Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 26 Jan 2010 | 10:00 pm Rask remains winless as a relieverThree of Tuukka Rask’s last five appearances have come under less-than-ideal circumstances. On Jan. 7, after the Blackhawks pumped four goals past Tim Thomas , Bruins coach Claude Julien pulled the...Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 26 Jan 2010 | 10:00 pm Glen 'Big Baby' Davis wants to drop nicknameBoston Celtics forward Glen "Big Baby" Davis is looking to change his image. Step One: Drop the nickname.Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 26 Jan 2010 | 9:41 pm Minnesota Vikings coach Brad Childress won't impose deadline on Brett Favre retirement decisionThe Minnesota Vikings must wait to hear from Brett Favre about whether he'll play next season. Coach Brad Childress says he won't set a deadline for the 40-year-old quarterback to decide.Source: ESPN.com | 26 Jan 2010 | 9:11 pm Jon Garland, San Diego Padres agree to one-year, $5.3 million contractFree agent right-hander Jon Garland and the Padres agreed to a $5.3 million, one-year contract.Source: ESPN.com | 26 Jan 2010 | 9:09 pm Spartans escape on Wolverines' errant last shotKalin Lucas made a go-ahead jumper with 3.5 seconds left, lifting No. 5 Michigan State to a 57-56 win over Michigan on Tuesday night.Source: ESPN.com | 26 Jan 2010 | 8:40 pm Hue Jackson is Oakland Raiders' new offensive coordinatorThe Oakland Raiders hired Hue Jackson as offensive coordinator on Tuesday, hoping the man who helped develop Joe Flacco in Baltimore can do the same for JaMarcus Russell.Source: ESPN.com | 26 Jan 2010 | 8:34 pm Picabo Street, Billy Kidd, et. al: Americans at the Winter Olympic mountaintopChris Erskine catches up with some groundbreaking U.S. Olympians from Winter Games past. Someday, a dude with...Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 26 Jan 2010 | 8:22 pm Serena survives quarterfinal scare, Venus knocked outSerena Williams has survived a major scare -- down a set and 4-0 in the second -- to advance to the semifinals of the Australian Open with a 4-6, 7-6 (4), 6-2 win over Victoria Azarenka.
Source: Tennis News : CBSSports.com | 26 Jan 2010 | 8:07 pm Kings beat Maple Leafs, 5-3Dustin Brown assisted on all three of Los Angeles' second-period goals and Jonathan Quick made 25 saves. Dustin...Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 26 Jan 2010 | 8:04 pm Childress says he will not give Favre a deadlineEDEN PRAIRIE, Minn. (AP) -- The Minnesota Vikings must wait to hear from Brett Favre about whether he'll play next season. Coach Brad Childress says he won't set a deadline for the 40-year-old quarterback to decide.Source: SI.com | 26 Jan 2010 | 7:17 pm Source: Colts to leave Pro Bowl at halftimeCall it the semi-Pro Bowl. The latest blow to Sunday’s maligned NFL all-star game: The seven Indianapolis Colts selected won’t stick around to watch the final outcome at Sun Life Stadium in Miami Gardens, Fla.Source: FOXSports.com News | 26 Jan 2010 | 5:32 pm Live - Djokovic v TsongaNovak Djokovic takes on Jo-Wilfried Tsonga in the quarter-finals of the Australian Open after earlier wins for Roger Federer, Serena Williams, Li Na and Laura Robson.Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 26 Jan 2010 | 4:57 pm West Ham agree fee for McCarthyWest Ham agree an undisclosed fee with Blackburn for South African international striker Benni McCarthy.Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 26 Jan 2010 | 4:48 pm Roundtable: Does Cavs' sweep of Lakers foreshadow playoff meeting?Is the Cavaliers' regular-season sweep of the Lakers a sign of things to come in the playoffs? SI.com's writers examine the LeBron-Kobe rivalry and more in the latest Roundtable.Source: SI.com | 26 Jan 2010 | 4:37 pm Source: Padres sign Garland to one-year, $5.3M dealThe San Diego Padres made their own splash in the free-agent starting pitching market Tuesday, signing right-hander Jon Garland to a one-year, $5.3 million dollar deal.Source: FOXSports.com News | 26 Jan 2010 | 4:20 pm Vikings: No deadline for Favre decisionThe Minnesota Vikings must wait to hear from Brett Favre about whether he'll play next season. Coach Brad Childress says he won't set a deadline for the 40-year-old quarterback to decide.Source: FOXSports.com News | 26 Jan 2010 | 3:41 pm Skier Bode Miller will try to qualify for U.S. OpenBode Miller will trade his skis for a tennis racket after the Winter Olympics and World Cup season.
Source: Tennis News : CBSSports.com | 26 Jan 2010 | 3:22 pm Bode Miller will try to qualify for U.S. OpenBode Miller will trade his skis for a tennis racket after the Winter Olympics and World Cup season. Miller will attempt to qualify for the U.S. Open through a new national playoff system announced on Tuesday by the U.S. Tennis Association.Source: FOXSports.com News | 26 Jan 2010 | 3:13 pm Coyle's Bolton edge past BurnleyOwen Coyle suffers a barrage of abuse but savours victory as Bolton beat former side Burnley 1-0 in a hostile tussle.Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 26 Jan 2010 | 2:58 pm Tottenham 2-0 FulhamTottenham return to winning ways with a clinical victory over Fulham to reignite their push for a top-four spot.Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 26 Jan 2010 | 2:54 pm Portsmouth 1-1 West HamStriker Danny Webber rescues a point for Portsmouth in a scrappy draw which does little to help either side's prospects of Premier League survival.Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 26 Jan 2010 | 2:47 pm Furyk predicts Tiger will return for MastersJim Furyk expects to see Tiger Woods when he shows up for the Masters from April 8-11.Source: FOXSports.com News | 26 Jan 2010 | 12:48 pm CBS reacts to controversial Tebow Super Bowl adCBS has eased its restrictions on advocacy ads and would consider any that are "responsibly produced" for the few open spots remaining for the Feb. 7 broadcast.Source: FOXSports.com News | 26 Jan 2010 | 12:28 pm Wiggins to make Sky bow in QatarThree-time Olympic champion Bradley Wiggins will make his debut for Team Sky at the Tour of Qatar, which starts on 7 February.Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 26 Jan 2010 | 11:57 am A's reach one-year deal with Sheets worth $10MThe A’s, making a bold play to upgrade their starting rotation, have reached agreement with free-agent right-hander Ben Sheets on a one-year contract.Source: FOXSports.com News | 26 Jan 2010 | 11:18 am Peter King: Overtime rules, reader outrage, more mailbagThe Saints beat the Vikings by beating up Brett Favre. Peter King explains why that strategy may not work against Peyton Manning and the Colts, plus much more in this week's Mailbag.Source: SI.com | 26 Jan 2010 | 11:16 am Favre might as well try to finish the jobBrett Favre owes it to himself (and to us) to try to go out on top.Source: FOXSports.com News | 26 Jan 2010 | 9:41 am
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