Report: Booster group bought Saban his home Nick Saban is living in a house owned by the Crimson Tide Foundation. (USATSI) Nick and Terry Saban's current home was bought for $3.1 million by the Crimson Tide Foundation in March 2013, al.com reported Monday. The Crimson Tide Foundation is a private, donor-funded nonprofit dedicated to supporting Alabama athletics. Its assistant secretary, Scott … [Read more...]
Sam Querrey beats 2012 runner-up Jerzy Janowicz (Yahoo Sports)
Sam Querrey beats 2012 runner-up Jerzy Janowicz (Yahoo Sports) PARIS (AP) -- American qualifier Sam Querrey reached the second round of the Paris Masters by beating 2012 runner-up Jerzy Janowicz 6-7 (5), 6-2, 6-4 Monday. … [Read more...]
Colorado man has been missing since Chargers-Broncos game
Colorado man has been missing since Chargers-Broncos game A Colorado man has not been seen since meeting up with friends during halftime at Thursday's Chargers-Broncos game. Paul Kitterman, 53, attended the game with his son and two friends. "He's absolutely nowhere to be found," Tia Bakke told 9 News. Bakke and her boyfriend drove to the game with Kitterman and his son, Jarod Tonneson. It … [Read more...]
Jason Richardson suffered stress fracture in foot, could be done with NBA career
Jason Richardson suffered stress fracture in foot, could be done with NBA career The NBA world was struck last week by the news that Los Angeles Lakers point guard and future Hall of Famer Steve Nash will miss the entire 2014-15 season with nerve damage in his back, an injury that figures to end his career. It now looks like another respected veteran could be forced into retirement before … [Read more...]
Prosecutors to appeal Pistorius sentence
Prosecutors to appeal Pistorius sentence Oscar Pistorius was jailed for five years © Getty Images South African prosecutors will appeal the verdict and sentencing of Oscar Pistorius, who was handed a five-year prison term after being convicted of culpable homicide, the country's National Prosecuting Authority said on Monday. "We are appealing it," said Nathi Mncube Mncube, a prosecution … [Read more...]
Report: Army disciplined 20 cadets after ‘alcohol-fueled party’ involving recruits
Report: Army disciplined 20 cadets after 'alcohol-fueled party' involving recruits Army disciplined 20 cadets on the football team after learning of an “alcohol-fueled party” that occurred earlier this year and involved recruits. According to a report from The Gazette of Colorado Springs, the football team hosted several recruits for a party that featured “a dinner date with female cadets, … [Read more...]
Atlanta Falcons owner Arthur Blank: ‘There’s no way you lose that game’
Atlanta Falcons owner Arthur Blank: 'There’s no way you lose that game' The only thing worse than an owner giving a coach a tepid vote of confidence is the owner not giving the coach a vote of confidence. After the Atlanta Falcons' collapse in London, turning a 21-0 halftime lead into a really ugly 22-21 loss, Falcons owner Arthur Blank made it very clear he was not happy. “You’re up 21-0,” … [Read more...]
Healthy and more mature, Dwight Howard is ready to carry Houston to NBA’s elite
Healthy and more mature, Dwight Howard is ready to carry Houston to NBA’s elite It seems as if everyone in and around the league has an opinion about Dwight Howard and the Rockets. Some would describe Howard’s first year in Houston as a success, with the Rockets finishing fourth in the Western Conference and with a 54-28 record in the regular season, which was the third-highest win total in … [Read more...]
Ashley effectively takes control of Rangers
Ashley effectively takes control of Rangers Mike Ashley had a £2 million-a-year interest-free loan offer accepted © PA Photos Newcastle United owner Mike Ashley has effectively taken over of Rangers after Graham Wallace resigned as the Ibrox club's chief executive - just two days after failing to stop Ashley for seizing control. Rangers, competing in the Scottish Championship this season … [Read more...]
Chase Watch: Keselowski finishes 31st while Harvick is 33rd
Chase Watch: Keselowski finishes 31st while Harvick is 33rd Is Brad Keselowski already in the same situation he faced in the second round of the Chase? Last week at Talladega, Keselowski needed to win to advance to the third round. He did just that and may need another win in the next two races to advance to the season finale at Homestead. Sunday at Martinsville, Keselowski was en route to a … [Read more...]