Associate head coach Chris Collins will remain at Duke after having initial discussions with Illinois State Director of Athletics Gary Friedman regarding the school’s head coaching vacancy. Collins came to the decision to remove his name from consideration after discussions with Friedman on Sunday. He was also rumored to have a strong interest in the Northwestern job … [Read more...] about Duke Asst Chris Collins not leaving for Illinois State
Archives for April 2012
Manchester United loses match, momentum to Manchester City
It looked like another title was in the works for Sir Alex Ferguson and Manchester United this postseason, but now it could all be slipping away. Vincent Kompany's header made all the difference in a 1-0 win for Manchester City over title rival Manchester United Monday. Roberto Mancini's steam is now just two victories away from capturing the English Premier League … [Read more...] about Manchester United loses match, momentum to Manchester City
Mrs. Irrelevant? Last pick in NFL Draft, Colts Chandler Harnish gets creepy invitation (video)
I'm sure NIU quarterback Chandler Harnish never dreamed that "perks" like these would come with his new job. The greatest signal called in Huskies college football history became the last guy picked in our nation's biggest gym class on Saturday when he went #253 overall in the 7th round to the Indianapolis Colts. And that status is exactly why he has a special place in the … [Read more...] about Mrs. Irrelevant? Last pick in NFL Draft, Colts Chandler Harnish gets creepy invitation (video)
2012 NBA Draft early entries list
The deadline for underclassmen college basketball players to declare for the 2012 NBA Draft has passed. Here is the latest list of early entries with Maryland's Terrell Stoglin entering the draft at the last minute. Check out our 2012 NBA Mock Draft and click on the player’s name for an in-depth scouting report. UPDATED: 4/30/12 12:40 PM … [Read more...] about 2012 NBA Draft early entries list
Former MSU guard Brandon Wood arrested for alleged assault
This has not been a good off-season for the Michigan State basketball program. After dealing with Derrick Nix's marijuana-related arrest, the green and white just received some more bad news about a former player. Graduated guard and Valpo transfer Brandon Wood was arrested Sunday morning in Chicago for allegedly assaulting and battering a woman. Brandon Howell of … [Read more...] about Former MSU guard Brandon Wood arrested for alleged assault
NFL Draft 2012: Best and worst team-to-player fits
When newly drafted players join their NFL teams this season, the coaches, system and competition each encounters will have a huge influence on how quickly they can make an impact. Here’s a look at the best and worst fits for players drafted in 2012. Note: this isn’t an assessment of good or bad picks, but rather an analysis of the best and worst marriages between player and … [Read more...] about NFL Draft 2012: Best and worst team-to-player fits
Two more Notre Dame players selected on NFL Draft’s final day
With Michael Floyd and Harrison Smith going in the first round on Thursday night, Notre Dame was well represented at the beginning of the NFL Draft. They were well represented at the back end too. Former Notre Dame cornerback Robert Blanton was selected with the 139th overall pick in the 2012 NFL Draft by the Minnesota Vikings. Blanton was taken with the fourth selection of … [Read more...] about Two more Notre Dame players selected on NFL Draft’s final day
2012 NBA Mock Draft-First Round (5/1/12)
The 2012 NBA Draft figures to consist of a deeper, more talented group of prospects that the 2011 class. Team needs HAVE been taken into consideration with this 2012 NBA mock draft and the order is based off the end of the season NBA standings. Click on the players' name for a complete, in-depth scouting report. (By the way, The Sports Bank was graded as the most … [Read more...] about 2012 NBA Mock Draft-First Round (5/1/12)