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Baylor’s Robert Griffin III Named Sporting News’ Player of the Year for His Off-the-Field Wins
Less than a week after winning the Heisman Trophy, Baylor junior standout Robert Griffin III was named the Sporting News’ player of the year. The quarterback helped revitalize the flailing Baylor college football program, and helped propel them to a 9-3 record this season.
NBA Suspiciously Fires Security Staffer After He Sheds Light on Sexual Harassment
Warren Glover, a former NBA security official, says his superiors ignored several sets of allegations that women in the league office were being sexually harassed or discriminated against, reports The New York Times. Allegedly, Glover was fired after he spoke up about the claims, and is now suing the NBA for lost wages and damages.
Miami Dolphins Fire Head Coach Tony Sparano
Well, Todd Haley isn’t the only coach looking for work now.
The Miami Dolphins also fired their head coach, announcing that Tony Sparano (not to be confused with Tony Soprano) is being replaced by defensive backs coach Todd Bowles for the team’s remaining three games this season. The Dolphins sit at 4-9 after starting the season 0-7. In total, Sparano was 29-32 with Miami in his four years there
Kansas City Chiefs Fire Head Coach Todd Haley
The Kansas City Chiefs fired Todd Haley on Monday, a day after the team fell to 5-8 in a disappointing season highlighted by injuries to top quarterback Matt Cassel and star running back Jamaal Charles.
Fred Thompson, Oregon State Freshman Player, Dies of a Heart Attack
Oregon State freshman defensive tackle Fred Thompson died Wednesday night of a heart attack, sending shock waves around the university’s campus and through the Beavers’ football program. The 6′ 4”, 317-pound athlete was playing pick-up basketball at the time of his collapse.
After 32 Years, Ron Santo Finally Elected to Baseball Hall of Fame
Former Chicago Cubs third baseman Ron Santo has been elected posthumously to the Baseball Hall of Fame, garnering 93.8 percent of the vote from the Golden Era committee. In his 32nd year of eligibility, Santo has finally reached baseball’s highest honor.
Santo has long been a fan favorite, and his death last year from complications due to bladder cancer and pneumonia might have earned him the ad
Crazed Football Fans Injure Themselves Rushing the Field After Oklahoma Win [VIDEO]
Hordes of football enthusiasts took the title of crazed fans to a new level on Saturday. After #3 ranked Oklahoma State took care of #10 Oklahoma 44-10, thousands of fans rushed the field, tearing down goalposts, and leaving 13 people injured, including two in critical condition.
Why Doesn’t Connecticut Women’s Basketball Coach Geno Auriemma Ever Say the Pledge of Allegiance?
University of Connecticut women’s basketball coach Geno Auriemma and Italy native became a United States’ citizen in 1994, but he admits that he doesn’t say the Pledge of Allegiance.
Freak Accident Gives Paralympic Cyclist Back Her Legs [VIDEO]
Normally it’s an accident that causes permanent limb damage and not the act that repairs it, but Monique va der Vorst didn’t live this cliched story. The paralympic cyclist and two-time silver medalist recently got into an accident and found herself left with a bit of a surprise — after 14 years of living in a wheelchair, she could suddenly walk again.
NBA Lockout Is Over! Owners and Players Finally Reach a Compromise
After a 149-day lockout, NBA owners and players agreed to a tentative new collective bargaining agreement that will salvage a 66-game season. Both sides appear to have compromised in order to avoid canceling the season for the first time in NBA history.
Seattle Mariners Outfielder Greg Halman Stabbed to Death in the Netherlands
Seattle Mariners outfielder Greg Halman, 24, was stabbed to death in his native Netherlands early Monday morning.
His 22-year-old brother is the primary suspect, according to reports. No charges have been filed yet.
Delonte West Freaks Out About Paying His Bills During NBA Lockout
As the NBA lockout wears on, some players are taking it harder than others. Delonte West, for one, is growing concerned about his family and how he’s going to pay his bills while the league is on hiatus.
Shocking Death of Teen Hockey Player from Shot Spawns Safety Debate [VIDEO]
Sixteen-year-old Canadian hockey player Kyle Fundytus died after taking a puck to the throat while blocking a shot during a game. Because of the incident, a risk and safety management committee will meet next month to reconsider the rules on blocking shots, among other concerns. Fundytus was wearing a neck protector at the time of the accident.
“I can assure you it will be there,” Glen McCurdie,
Welcome Back! Baltimore Orioles Introduce New Retro Uniforms with Classic Cartoon Bird
The Baltimore Orioles unveiled new uniforms for the 2012 season Tuesday that include the team’s famous cartoon bird and a return to the orange jersey they haven’t used since 1992, the team’s inaugural season at Camden Yards.
Both changes are immediately in effect on all team apparel.
Wilson Ramos Rescued in Police Raid on His Kidnappers in Venezuela
After 51 hours in captivity, Washington Nationals catcher Wilson Ramos was rescued on Friday after being kidnapped from his home in Venezuela. Investigators quickly found the car used to abduct Ramos, and the house used to prepare for the kidnapping. From there, they zoned in on a cabin in the mountains where they suspected Ramos was being held.
Retired NBA Center Shawn Bradley Has Custom $10,000 Bike Returned After It Was Stolen
Former NBA center Shawn Bradley, who is 7-foot-6, was distraught after his custom-made Trek road bicycle was stolen last week.
But thanks to some good detective work, the bike was returned to him on Thursday.
Washington Nationals Catcher Wilson Ramos Kidnapped in Venezuela
Washington Nationals catcher Wilson Ramos was kidnapped at gunpoint at his home in Venezuela on Wednesday night.
Little information is known about the abduction, but reports say that four men had driven past Ramos’ mother’s home before grabbing him and speeding away.
Jerry Sandusky Accused of Child Abuse, Penn State Allegedly Covered It Up [VIDEO]
Former Penn State defensive coordinator Jerry Sandusky was charged with sexually assaulting eight boys over 15 years. Equally troubling is an allegation that the school reportedly knew about it while it was happening and decided to cover it up rather than report it.
Where Is New York Knicks Guard Andy Rautins Living During NBA Lockout?!
New York Knicks guard Andy Rautins is trying to save up his money during the NBA’s lockout. So he’s done with many young Americans have done: he’s moved back in with his folks.
Rex Ryan Will Play a Patriots Fan in New Adam Sandler Movie
New York Jets’ coach Rex Ryan will make his movie debut in an upcoming untitled Adam Sandler comedy that cast Ryan as, of all things, a New England Patriots’ fan.