11 October 2008, 4:10 am
The NCAA might have disapproved of it. The coaches' association may have booed it. But judging by the cheers Friday night in Rupp Arena, the fans loved an early start to Kentucky's annual Big Blue Madness. And no doubt, the fans would approve UK ...... read more
11 October 2008, 4:03 am
GLOUCESTER - Chris Cameron and Swampscott ended Gloucester's bid for a perfect season last night, scoring 21 fourth-quarter points to pull out a 28-20 victory. Cameron passed for 241 yards and three touchdowns and ran for a 4-yard TD. "Chris Cameron ...... read more
11 October 2008, 3:42 am
Whether he's lining up a 50-yard field goal in less-than-favorable conditions or facing questions about his effectiveness, Matt Stover doesn't flinch. That's how Stover, 40, has forged a 19-year career as a kicker for the Ravens and Cleveland Browns ...... read more
11 October 2008, 3:06 am
Brendan Haywood's right wrist was covered with a black protective brace, but his face wasn't covered with gloom two days after realizing that he will have surgery -- either next Wednesday or Thursday -- that will force to him to miss at least the ...... read more
11 October 2008, 3:06 am
Vince Carter takes a trip on the London Eye. Photograph: Graeme Robertson/Guardian "London is surreal but, for me, it's also great because no one in this city seems to have any idea who I am," Vince Carter says with a sly grin. He might still be ...... read more
11 October 2008, 2:51 am
It seems like a great idea at first glance. After all, who doesn't like the idea of declaring an overall league champion? No doubts, no asterisks, no "yeah, but . . ." excuses. That was one of the reasons behind the new playoff format being used in ...... read more