Track and Field Nov 14, 2009
Purdue Official Athletic Site. vs Purdue Invitational. (Purduesports.com)
The Georgia High School Football Dailys Weekend Predictions: Whos winning and losing in Playoffs First Round Nov 13, 2009
Darlington Warren Co. ELCA Athens Academy ECI Hawkinsville Greenville Pelham Holy Innocents Social Circle Lincoln Co. Trion Sav. Christian Irwin Co. Twiggs Co. Sav. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
It's showtime for Mark Fox's Bulldogs Nov 13, 2009
ATHENS -- Since Mark Fox became Georgia's men's basketball coach in April, things have been upbeat around a long-subdued program. Fans greeted him enthusiastically on the speaking circuit. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
DeAngelo Hall feels disheartened by lack of support (darn) Nov 12, 2009
My ball caps have only two letters on them: a G or an A. The day I met Larry Munson outside the Carmike movie theater on Lexington here in Athens and shook his hand, words left my brain and I could barely speak. I think I said, Hello, Mr. Munson, but I can t be sure. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Johnson has no reason to leave Tech for Notre Dame Nov 11, 2009
We are in a flux in Athens at the moment ... I hope Damon makes sure we do the right thing in Athens to restore winning ... we gonna come drag PJ to athens after we git rid of pretty boy. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Going Back To The Dance: No. 19 Spiders Play Virginia Saturday Nov 11, 2009
ATHENS, Ohio - Senior scored her 22nd goal of the season in the opening minute of the second half and junior scored 10 minutes later as No. 19 ranked Richmond defeated Ohio 2-1 Tuesday to advance to the Spiders' sixth NCAA Tournament. Ohio scored just 58 seconds into Tuesday's game, but as in Richmond's 2-1 Atlantic 10 semifinal win over UMass on Friday, Richmond came out strong in the second half and controlled play from the start. (Richmondspiders.com)
Elevator accident kills musician Nov 10, 2009
Friends recall Athens drummer killed in elevator accident ... A drummer for an Athens indie-rock band fell to his death early Sunday when he tried to jump from a freight elevator at a Brooklyn fundraiser ... "The first time I saw him play was in 2001 in Athens when he was with Turing Machine, and I just walked up to the stage and I was like, Oh my God,'" Cherry said. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
Nearly 5,000 take part in Two Cities races Nov 10, 2009
But Kreiensieck answers to a higher power than Philippides, the first-ever marathon runner who was sent to seek Sparta's help after Persians invaded ancient Athens. He was willing to compromise, however: Lord of Life Lutheran Church on Tollhouse in Clovis will cancel its 8:30 a.m. service and Sunday school and will move its 11 a.m. service to 11:30 - when race officials expect the roads to be free of runners again. (Fresno Bee -- Sports)
Atlantic 10 Champion Field Hockey Faces Ohio In NCAA Play-In Game Tuesday Nov 10, 2009
The Spiders are looking for their sixth NCAA Tournament berth with a win Tuesday in Athens, Ohio ... ATHENS, Ohio - The Atlantic 10 Champion Richmond field hockey team plays Ohio University Tuesday at 1 p.m. in a NCAA play-in game with a bid to the 16-team NCAA Tournament on the line. (Richmondspiders.com)
Georgia High School Football Daily Spotlight: Class AAAAA Playoff Preview Nov 10, 2009
Class A Irwin County (5-5) at Savannah Christian (10-0) Brookstone (8-2) at Miller County (8-2) Social Circle (4-6) at Holy Innocents (9-1) Bremen (6-4) at Wilkinson County (8-2) Pelham (5-5) at Greenville (10-0) Treutlen (8-2) at Wilcox County (8-2) Whitefield Academy (6-4) at Wesleyan (10-0) Washington-Wilkes (5-5) at Bowdon (9-1) Trion (6-4) at Lincoln County (9-1) Athens Academy (7-3) at Eagle s Landing Christian (8-2) Marion County (7-3) at Clinch County (7-3) Hawkinsville (6-4) at Emanuel... (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Norcross late bloomer Hubbard covered up with offers Nov 10, 2009
They are usually the same people who claim to be Dawg fans, but are either Tech, UF, Auburn, UT, SC, Alabama or LSU fans who will talk about how everything is going down in Athens. They even have the Great AJC writers talking about it. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Time to vote on Fan of the Week! Nov 10, 2009
The winner, to be announced on Wednesday, will receive two tickets to the Auburn game on Nov. 14 in Athens ... Joe Cox invites you to a Clambake and a SEC Title Game Viewing Party December 5, 2009 4 P.M. 4117 Urban Meyer Avenue Athens, Ga 30605 B.Y.O.B.. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Rebels take their lumps in football playoffs Nov 10, 2009
They started out with a 14-0 lead before Athens ditched its Wing-T in favor of a spread attack that caught the Bobcats both unawares and defenseless ... Their season ended 35-21 at the hands of Athens. (Forest Republican, WI)
North Carolina spoils Thomas' FIU debut Nov 10, 2009
com/images/athens/mdControlled/cms/2009/11/09/514608234 ... Originally published in the Athens Banner-Herald on Tuesday, November 10, 2009 ... Comments are not edited and don't represent the views of the Athens Banner-Herald. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Man charged with disorderly conduct Nov 9, 2009
com Athens-Clarke police arrested an Ohio man Saturday night for randomly punching people at the corner of College Avenue and East Broad Street after he had been kicked out of Starbucks, according to an Athens-Clarke police report ... Athens-Clarke police arrested an Ohio man Saturday night for randomly punching people at the corner of College Avenue and East Broad Street after he had been kicked out of Starbucks, according to an Athens-Clarke police report ... Originally published in the Athens... (Athens Banner-Herald)
Grant, Fox ready to revive SEC programs amid league's hype Nov 9, 2009
One coach who expects immediate improvement in Tuscaloosa and Athens is Tennessee's. He followed a similar path to Knoxville, coaching at the Division II level and at mid-major Wisconsin-Milwaukee before reviving the Volunteers. (USA Today -- Sports)
CHAMPIONS: Field Hockey Wins Sixth Atlantic 10 Title In Last Eight Years Nov 8, 2009
Richmond, which has won nine of the last 11 games, will play MAC champion Ohio on Tuesday at 1 p.m. in Athens, Ohio. In an NCAA Tournament play-in game. (Richmondspiders.com)
NFC rankings: Do Vikings deserve to be No. 1? Nov 7, 2009
(13) DETROIT (1-5): For anybody who thinks Matthew Stafford regrets leaving Georgia a year early, what would you rather have: a $78 million contract or starting job in Athens right now. 16. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Auburn lands ESPNs No. 1 back in America, Michael Dyer Nov 7, 2009
what in the world s going on in athens. looks like the same old same old everyone else moving up and georgia falling like a rock. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Spikes shows he has more of a conscience than Meyer Nov 5, 2009
What a complete bunch of classless thugs that hand in and around Athens and in Atlanta. Now, my second favorite team is anyone who plays Georgia. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Bogardus allegationsuntrue, defamatory Nov 1, 2009
TrueAthensBoy wrote on Oct 28, 2009 9:17 PM:" Ok, so I ask you then Mr Pfister.....what truly happened on that cold winter morning? " ... girlie wrote on Oct 31, 2009 2:07 PM:" As Chris Pfister was the only candidate who actually came to my door to introduce himself and speak with me (and I live on the way way outskirts of Athens), I said I would vote for him because I found him to be intelligent and sincere. Now after reading that ridiculous deer comment by the head of the Greene County... (Catskill Daily Mail, NY)
Pass the sugar Oct 31, 2009
The Sydney Morning Herald Sport: Australian and international sports news, results: AFL, Rugby League, Rugby Union, Golf, Athens Olympics, Soccer, Tennis, Cricket, Basketball, Motorsport, Horse Racing, Rugby Heaven Skip directly to. . (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Women's Cross Country Ready to Defend MAC Title Oct 31, 2009
OXFORD, Ohio - A year after winning the first Mid-American Conference title in program history, the Miami University women s cross country team is ready to defend its 2008 crown Saturday when the RedHawks run at the 2009 MAC Championship, hosted by Ohio University in Athens, Ohio. The 6K women s race gets under way at noon, after the men run at 11 a.m., and will take place on the Ohio University Golf Course along the banks of the Hocking River. (Muredhawks.com)
UGA, Florida playing for new trophy Oct 31, 2009
THEY ARE BOTH OBSESSED WITH THEM DAWGS AND WHAT GOES ON IN THE GREAT TOWN OF ATHENS ... THEY ARE BOTH OBSESSED WITH THEM DAWGS AND WHAT GOES ON IN THE GREAT TOWN OF ATHENS ... When Willie s D and Bozo s O does nothing tomorrow we need to grab the oar from Tebow and whip our coordinator s a$$es out of Athens. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
UGA fans, whats an acceptable result in Jacksonville? Oct 30, 2009
I ve seen those before, but I don t think Charter (which is all you can get in Athens) has that channel ... I can no longer tolerate this crap for a team in Athens, poorly coached and disciplind. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Green, Gators' Dunlap go way back Oct 30, 2009
ATHENS -- A.J. Green is looking forward to a reunion with Florida defensive end Carlos Dunlap. Georgia s star receiver, who played at Summerville (S.C.) High, said he has known Dunlap since they were in junior high. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Tebow poised to break Walker's SEC TD record Oct 29, 2009
AP Sports Writer Paul Newberry in Athens, Ga. contributed to this report. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Paul Johnson transcript Oct 28, 2009
You re so jealous in Athens that your red is turning green ... Personally, I ve got nothing against the Athens Dawgs, but I think firing Richt is a little premature of a decision that most fans support ... I see him around Athens and have known some of his asst coaches and I cant stress enough the regard they have for him (and his wife). (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Appalachian Conference Studies Energy Help Oct 26, 2009
The annual Appalachian Regional Commission conference, held in Athens, Ohio, this week will focus on how to give the struggling region a big role in the push for more use of renewable sources such as solar and wind, bringing so-called "green jobs" with it ... The annual Appalachian Regional Commission conference, held in Athens, Ohio, will focus this week on giving the struggling area a big role in the push for more use of sources such as solar and wind, bringing so-called "green jobs" with it. (ABC News -- Wire)
Green provides Georgia with solid foundation Oct 25, 2009
It was Mulkey who drove Green the 275 miles to Athens to attend a Nike camp, the first time he laid eyes on campus. And it was Mulkey who, on little sleep and after loading up the pepperoni rolls his wife packed, brought Green back to Athens his junior year. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Friday's Prep Football Scores Oct 25, 2009
Troy 37, Troy Athens 12. Twining Arenac Eastern 70, Akron-Fairgrove 18. (Ionia Sentinel-Standard, MI)
More than 1,100 feds, LA police conduct gang sweep... Oct 23, 2009
Neighborhoods in which the warrants were served included Crenshaw, Jefferson Park, West Adams, Baldwin Village, University Park, Athens Park, and. Families get to raise their children, send the kids to school, without as much fear involving this particular street gang. (The Drudge Report)
Now hear this: THIS IS SPARTA! Oct 22, 2009
"Unlike the women of Athens, Spartan women were taught reading and writing. They were also expected to be able to protect themselves. Where in Athens, the education of a girl involved spinning, weaving, and other domestic arts, for a Spartan woman . . . education was equally as brutal as the men's; many athletic events such as javelin . . and staged battles were also for both sexes. In many such events, Spartan women would run naked in the presence of their male counterparts and were respected... (Sydney Morning Herald -- Opinion)
Johnsons start proves it can be done at Georgia Tech Oct 22, 2009
Wish we had a little more of that in Athens ... CPJ the captain of North Avenue and the envy of Athens. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
On Whites move to fullback and Samuels future Oct 22, 2009
Has the brain trust in Athens ever thought about moving Samuel to Fullback ... Split out might make it look like a spread offense I thought that was illegal in Athens ... Split out might make it look like a spread offenseI thought that was illegal in Athens. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Atlanta tops for retirees during recession really? Oct 21, 2009
What about the home invasion in Athens this week. Or the guy who got shot in his front door in Henry County. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Business)
Flu hitting two SJ schools Oct 21, 2009
concerned parent wrote on Oct 19, 2009 5:03 PM:" Update on the school website for Mon 10/19 shows 20% of the students were absent today. Is it going to take 50% for them to consider it to be "super high"??? This was posted on the Kalamazoo WWMT website - looks like other schools in the Southwest Michigan area are taking it a little more seriously!School closings October 19, 2009 4:04 PMWEST MICHIGAN (NEWSCHANNEL 3) As flu season gets rolling, illness is forcing many West Michigan schools to... (St. Joseph Herald-Pallidium, MI)
Share your thoughts on the Dogs at midseason Oct 21, 2009
I ll be on vacation the rest of Georgia s bye week, though my brother Jon and I do plan on attending the Touchdown Club of Athens meeting on Thursday at which Mark Richt will be speaking ... ALL IS GOOD IN ATHENS ... The first two seasons M. Richt was in Athens, they drooled all over him. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Women's Tennis Announces 2010 Schedule Oct 20, 2009
The Big Ten Championships will be held April 29-May 2 at the University of Iowa, with the NCAA Championships being held May 20-31 at the University of Georgia's Dan Magill Tennis Complex in Athens, Ga. related stories. (Fightingillini.com)
The Wheels Are Turning, Not Spinning Oct 20, 2009
The linchpin of the program experienced critical lapses throughout the day and allowed the guests from Athens to pull away late. Poor angles on a quick hitch pass to in the first half, plus a stuttering and unsteady style in the fourth quarter, doomed a unit that has to flash its finest form on a regular basis just for the Dores to remain competitive. (VandyMania.com)
Lund, Miami Spoil Ohio's Senior Day with Double-Over... Oct 19, 2009
ATHENS, Ohio - Junior forward (Malmo, Sweden) headed in the game-winning goal with less than three minutes remaining in the second overtime to send the Miami University soccer team to a 1-0 victory over the Ohio Bobcats, Sunday afternoon at chilly Chessa Field on Ohio s Senior Day ... It was Miami s first win in Athens since 2005 and evened the all-time series in the heated rivalry at 8-8. (Muredhawks.com)
RedHawks Fall to Bobcats in 86th Battle of the Bricks Oct 18, 2009
ATHENS, Ohio - The Miami University football team scored a touchdown on its opening drive but the rival Ohio Bobcats scored 28 unanswered points, including 21 in the first half, to defeat the RedHawks, 28-7, Saturday afternoon at a rainy Peden Stadium on Ohio's Homecoming ... Miami still controls the all-time series 51-33-2 but the series in Athens is now tied at 21-21. (Muredhawks.com)
Georgia Tech sends a message loud and clear Oct 18, 2009
They danced like they hadn t danced since winning in Athens last season ... They didn t tear down the goal posts in Athens ... Athens High, Nashville High, Starkville High, Knoxville High, etc. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Men's Cross Country Takes 25th at Pre-Nationals Oct 18, 2009
The RedHawks next compete Saturday, Oct. 31, when they head to Athens, Ohio for the MAC Championship hosted by Ohio University. --MURedHawks. (Muredhawks.com)
Lewis: Children infiltrate all corners of your life Oct 18, 2009
Lisa Lewis resides in Athens with husband Geoff, daughter Ella, and son Billy. Originally published in the Athens Banner-Herald on Sunday, October 18, 2009 ... Comments are not edited and don't represent the views of the Athens Banner-Herald. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Forest pursues 'dark sky' status Oct 16, 2009
Pledge to reform Athens police. The art of war. (BBC News -- UK)
Social firms Oct 16, 2009
"They're not a good fit for everyone, but if you're a small business with a customer base who uses social media, you can't afford not to use them," says Rachael Ritchie, who runs Goodfellas Pizza with her husband in the college town of Athens, Ohio ... They include Athens Relaxation Station health spa, which gives Goodfellas customers discounts, a deal which is reciprocated at Goodfellas. (BBC News -- Americas)
RedHawks Round Out Road Trip at Akron, Ohio Oct 16, 2009
Miami last won in Athens in 2005. Live stats will be available for both matches this weekend at MURedHawks. (Muredhawks.com)
Talent should be least of problems for Georgias defense Oct 15, 2009
There needs to be some changes in Athens ... Shards, come on now, if Brandon Miller had gone to FSU-(his 2nd choice) and became a geat player, you d be on here talking about how we just can t get the top notch talent to athens blah blah blah ... That might be our only hope of getting him back to Athens. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Man requests stay of execution until other case heard Oct 14, 2009
Originally published in the Athens Banner-Herald on Wednesday, October 14, 2009 ... Comments are not edited and don't represent the views of the Athens Banner-Herald. (Athens Banner-Herald)
RedHawks Look Forward to Annual Battle with Ohio Oct 14, 2009
The RedHawks lead the series by a margin of 51-32-2 and are 21-20 in games at Athens. Ohio has been victorious in the last three games, including last year's 41-26 season-finale triumph at Yager Stadium. (Muredhawks.com)
His final 'selah' Oct 13, 2009
Hope to see you Thanksgiving weekend, in Atlanta or Athens, for many years to come ... Now if we could just nudge the people in Athens to elect you to the Georgia Writers Hall of Fame. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
MIAMI MONDAY Oct 13, 2009
Miami battles long-time rival Ohio at 2 p.m. in Athens. The radio broadcast of the game begins at 1 p.m. on the. (Muredhawks.com)
Miami Falls to Ohio Saturday Night Oct 11, 2009
ATHENS, Ohio The Miami volleyball team dropped a 0-3 (21-25, 16-25, 20-25) decision to Ohio Saturday night. The RedHawks fall to 9-9 overall and 4-2 in the Mid-American Conference. (Muredhawks.com)
Fresh faces for US gymnastics teams Oct 11, 2009
The US women brought teams of up-and-comers to both the 2002 and 2005 worlds and came up big each time, setting the tone for their success in Athens and Beijing ... Fast-forward to Athens, where their six medals, including the team silver and Carly Patterson s all-around gold, was the best US showing since 1984. (Boston Globe)
Transcontinental memories of so many fun mark the end Oct 11, 2009
Hope to see you Thanksgiving weekend, in Atlanta or Athens, for many years to come. Best to you in your future endeavors. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Mailbag: Coaches come under fire Oct 10, 2009
He posted 201 wins while reigning in Athens ... But is that enough to ensure Richt will remain in Athens for years to come ... In his first eight seasons in Athens, Richt's teams averaged just more than 10 wins per season. (Notre Dame Sports -- Rivals.com)
Is Vaughters narrowing it down soon? Oct 10, 2009
Read inside about Vaughters' latest trip to Athens last weekend, and if some schools may be cut soon. To continue reading this article you must be a member. (Georgia Tech Sports -- Rivals.com)
Friday's District 10, state football scores Oct 10, 2009
District 10 scores Advertisement North East 27, Fairview 21 OT Fort LeBoeuf 10, Girard 0 Northwestern 30, Harbor Creek 0 General McLane 28, Seneca 0 Warren 7, Franklin 0 Hickory 14, Grove City 3 Meadville 35, Central Tech 14 St. Edward 12, Cathedral Prep 8 McDowell 35, Latrobe 0 Linesville 33, Conneaut Valley 7 Mercer 28, Sharpsville 14 Farrell 40, West Middlesex 7 Lakeview 41, Cochranton 6 Cambridge Springs 35, Eisenhower 0 Mercyhurst Prep 41, Iroquois 6 Union City 27, Saegertown 13 Oil City... (Erie Times-News, PA)
Icers lose to rival Ohio Oct 10, 2009
The teams will meet again at 7 p.m. Saturday at Bird Arena in Athens, Ohio. Previous article: Next article: More stories from The Daily Collegian Online. (Daily Collegian, PA)
RedHawks Take Down Kent State in Four Sets Oct 10, 2009
Miami returns to action Saturday night when it travels to Athens, Ohio to take on the Ohio Bobcats at 7 p.m. Ohio is currently in first place in the MAC East Division at 5-0, one game ahead of the RedHawks. MuRedHawks. (Muredhawks.com)
Wanted by Braves: Big bat, righty preferred Oct 9, 2009
James McMurtry and Jamey Johnson are playing (separate shows) at the 40-Watt in Athens soon, and a bunch of other great acts are coming to Atlanta and Athens in coming weeks ... Apparently they re from Athens, GA (I hadn t heard of them until recently). (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Volleyball Hits Road for Important Games Oct 9, 2009
The RedHawks take on Kent State Friday at 7 p.m., before moving on to face current East Division leader Ohio on Saturday at 7 p.m. in Athens ... Last season, Miami dominated Ohio 3-0 at home on Oct. 5, but dropped a tough five-set match in Athens on Nov. 7. (Muredhawks.com)
Jerry Micco's sports chat transcript (Yesterday) Oct 8, 2009
Dejan handled Athens really well and I wanted to give him another shot. He works hard as the main baseball guy, but I'm confident we can deliver a lot of excellent Olympics coverage from Vancouver. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Junkyard Blawg Oct 8, 2009
Currently, Georgia is set to open the 2011 season on Sept. 3 against Louisville in Athens, and UGA associate athletics director Arthur Johnson said there ve been no talks about moving that game ... I would prefer GA always open in Athens, preferably against a nobody ... Not to mention the all the money that is brought to their community in Athens. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
