Arkansas State promises '100 percent' job placement for graduating athletes Arkansas State is taking a bold new step in ensuring its student-athletes are successful after they leave campus. On Thursday, the university announced a plan guaranteeing 100 percent job placement for all of its graduating student-athletes. Wow, that’s quite a guarantee. “You have to look at the big picture, and … [Read more...]
Arsenal insist Theo Walcott will not be sold this summer
Arsenal insist Theo Walcott will not be sold this summer Arsene Wenger believes Theo Walcott is keen to stay at Arsenal and insists the forward will not be sold this summer. The 26-year-old, whom Gunners manager Wenger signed from Southampton as a 16-year-old, is out of contract at the end … Continue reading → Arsene Wenger believes Theo Walcott is keen to stay at Arsenal and insists the … [Read more...]
Bryce Harper a bust? Not even close
Bryce Harper a bust? Not even close No matter what he does, Washington Nationals outfielder Bryce Harper can't seem to avoid the limelight. It's been that way since a 16-year-old Harper graced the cover of Sports Illustrated. The expectations only increased after he was the first overall pick in the 2010 MLB draft, and followed him as he tore through the minor leagues. By the time Harper … [Read more...]
Jerry Jones considering trading Cowboys' 2016 first-round pick – FOXSports.com
Jerry Jones considering trading Cowboys' 2016 first-round pick - FOXSports.com Updated MAY 08, 2015 3:37p ET The ink isn't even dry on La'el Collins' contract, but the speculation continues on the Dallas Cowboys' 2015 prospects. Cowboys owner and general manager Jerry Jones called in to 105.3 FM The Fan on Friday morning to discuss the addition of Collins to his offensive line. But the … [Read more...]
UAB task force says it’s raised nearly $6 million to bring back football
UAB task force says it's raised nearly $6 million to bring back football The UAB Athletics Assessment Task Force has secured nearly $6 million in pledges in the effort to bring back UAB football, bowling and women’s rifle, the group announced Thursday night. According to Al.com, Justin Craft, the head of the task force’s fundraising subcommittee, made the announcement at the UAB Football … [Read more...]
Preakness: Easy for Derby winner American Pharoah, or not? (The Associated Press)
Preakness: Easy for Derby winner American Pharoah, or not? (The Associated Press) Now comes the easy part for American Pharoah - the Preakness Stakes. The Hall of Fame trainer is 3-0 when his Kentucky Derby winner runs in the Preakness, and his fourth Derby winner American Pharoah should be the heavy favorite for next Saturday's race. ''To me, the Preakness is the easiest of the three … [Read more...]
Colts punter McAfee to drive pace car for Grand Prix of Indy (The Associated Press)
Colts punter McAfee to drive pace car for Grand Prix of Indy (The Associated Press) INDIANAPOLIS (AP) -- Colts punter Pat McAfee has been selected as the pace car driver for Saturday's Grand Prix of Indianapolis. … [Read more...]
Team Penske extends streak by putting Power on Indy pole (The Associated Press)
Team Penske extends streak by putting Power on Indy pole (The Associated Press) INDIANAPOLIS (AP) -- Defending IndyCar champion Will Power won the pole for Saturday's Grand Prix of Indianapolis with a new qualifying record. … [Read more...]
Canelo, Kirkland promise action in their Houston showdown (The Associated Press)
Canelo, Kirkland promise action in their Houston showdown (The Associated Press) Although Floyd Mayweather Jr.'s showdown with Manny Pacquiao last week probably didn't convert many new fans to boxing, the sport has much more to offer after that unsatisfying meeting between its two biggest stars. Saul ''Canelo'' Alvarez and James Kirkland get the first chance to put on a show. The … [Read more...]
Chris Paul tells Clippers teammates he plans to return for Game 3
Chris Paul tells Clippers teammates he plans to return for Game 3 It seems Blake Griffin won't have to shoulder the load for the Los Angeles Clippers by himself any longer. Clippers point guard Chris Paul, who has missed the first two games of their Western Conference semifinal series with a left hamstring injury, alerted teammates he plans to play when Game 3 against the Houston Rockets … [Read more...]