Marlins' hitters get ready in stages Mar 8, 2010
And Hanley Ramirez opened exhibition play with a three-run homer off the University of Miami in his first at-bat. "Here's my theory on Spring Training and getting ready for April," said Marlins hitting coach Jim Presley: "I always tell these guys, 'The first 10 days, we're going to take a lot of swings. We're going to get in shape. We're going to get in shape physically, and once we start these games, the first two weeks are about timing and recognizing pitches.'". (MLB.com -- Florida Marlins)
'Canes Conclude Week Two with Spring Scrimmage No. 1 Mar 8, 2010
- Sophomore threw three touchdown passes and senior defensive lineman recorded two sacks as the University of Miami football team wrapped up its eighth spring practice with a 100-play scrimmage Saturday morning at the Greentree Practice Fields ... Details for Open Practice and Spring Game Announced The University of Miami football team has announced two dates for fans to get a glimpse of the 2010 Hurricanes. (Hurricanesports.com)
Local doctor recounts work in Haiti Mar 8, 2010
A mother holds her child at the University of Miami field hospital in Port-au-Prince, Haiti, where Dr. William Nesbitt of Connersville served. (Contributed). (Connersville News Examiner, IN)
Hoops to open ACC tourney vs. Wake Forest Mar 8, 2010
The University of Miami men's basketball team will face Wake Forest in the first round of the ACC Tournament on Thurs. March 11, at 2 p.m. in the Greensboro (N.C.) Coliseum. (Miami Sports -- Rivals.com)
Teaching Self-Control Skills to Children Reduces Classroom Problems Mar 8, 2010
D., professor of Epidemiology and Public Health at the University of Miami; Qin Yu, Ph. D., research associate at the University of Pennsylvania; Xin Tu, Ph. (Science Daily)
Brown Heading to Kansas State Mar 8, 2010
com has confirmed that sophomore linebacker Arthur Brown is transferring from the University of Miami and has plans to attend Kansas State. a former five-star linebacker out of Wichita has confirmed that he is transferring to. (KStateFans.com)
Sore arms hold out three Marlins Mar 7, 2010
Baker was behind the plate when Ricky Nolasco faced the University of Miami on Wednesday. He was scheduled to travel to Port St. Lucie, Fla. (MLB.com -- Florida Marlins)
Rolle Expects to Make Major Impact Mar 7, 2010
For the most part, when I came here yesterday to visit the , it reminded me of a feeling I once had when I went to visit the University of Miami when I was being recruited at the collegiate level ... Rolle: I met Kenny actually before he stepped onto the grounds at the University of Miami. (GiantInsider.net)
New Miami Dolphins linebacker Karlos Dansby excited to be 'part of something special' Mar 7, 2010
"He's about as good a linebacker as I've ever coached," said Texas Tech coach Tommy Tuberville, who worked with the likes of Ray Lewis, Micheal Barrow and Jessie Armstead while an assistant at the University of Miami from 1986-93. "He's a lot like Ray Lewis a lot of instinct, tremendous hand-eye coordination, he anticipates so well. He'll be a playmaker.". (The Palm Beach Post)
Report: Wilfork signs long-term deal with Pats Mar 6, 2010
The University of Miami product was elected to the Pro Bowl this past season after leading New England defensive linemen in tackles with 65. He was also a Pro Bowl pick during the club's undefeated regular season of 2007. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Baseball ACCtion: Friday, March 5 Mar 6, 2010
The 10th-ranked University of Miami baseball team lost its series opener to No. 5 Florida Friday night, 7-1, in front of 4,274 fans at Alex Rodriguez Park at Mark Light Field. Miami (6-2) struggled at the plate all night, striking out 15 times while recording just two hits - the lowest total for the `Canes since a one-hit loss at North Carolina April 17 of last season. (Theacc.com)
Florida cruises past Miami 7-1; FSU soars Mar 6, 2010
In Coral Gables, the 10th-ranked University of Miami baseball team lost its series opener to No. 5 Florida on Friday night, 7-1, in front of 4,274 fans. Miami (6-2) struggled at the plate all night, striking out 15 times. (Florida Today)
Rolle signs with Giants; NFL's highest-paid safety Mar 6, 2010
In four seasons at the University of Miami, Rolle had 183 tackles and five interceptions. Copyright 2010. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NFL)
Atlanta case raises questions about water supply Mar 6, 2010
Those words came back to haunt Atlanta last year. A federal judge ruled that the city has been illegally tapping Lanier for years as its primary water source. (Somerset Daily American, PA)
Stimulus called 'failure' that sort of worked Mar 6, 2010
"The consensus is that things would've been a lot worse without it," said Doug Emery, the chairman of the finance department at the University of Miami School of Business. Of course, the act could have been better, Emery said. (The Palm Beach Post)
SNAP JUDGMENTS Mar 6, 2010
The Dolphins might end up giving Rolle his richest deal, and the former University of Miami Hurricane has said he'd love to come home and play for the Fish. The Giants are also pursuing Rolle, as are the Cardinals. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NFL)
Marlins hope this is breakthrough year for Maybin Mar 5, 2010
That's where Maybin batted in Wednesday's exhibition game against the University of Miami, and that's where he hopes to stay. "If I'm not hitting at the top of the order, I should be mad at myself," he says. (WSVN-TV Miami, FL)
Shingles of the Eye Tied to Stroke Risk Mar 5, 2010
A major limitation of the study is that relied on a review of patient records, writes Dr. Gustavo A. Ortiz, a neurologist at the University of Miami School of Medicine. The researchers used a national health insurance database to identify 658 adults who had been treated for ophthalmic shingles and compared each with three randomly selected, shingles-free patients of the same age and gender. (MEDLINEplus)
D.J. Eliot Bio Mar 5, 2010
He is one of three new assistants who spent time on the coaching staff at the University of Miami, where he served as a graduate assistant working with defensive backs and special teams in 2002. Mark Stoops was the Hurricanes' secondary coach. (Seminoles.com)
Renton nurse volunteering in Haiti dies of heart attack Mar 4, 2010
He was pronounced dead from cardiac arrest at the University of Miami field hospital in Port-au-Prince, according to the agency. COMMENTING RULES: We encourage an open exchange of ideas in the PNWLocalNews. (Enumclaw Courier Herald, WA)
Hanley, Nolasco don't skip a beat Mar 4, 2010
The Marlins opened their exhibition season with a 19-3 win over the University of Miami. The college players used their customary metal bats, but the loudest noise was made by a couple of prominent Marlins. (MLB.com -- Florida Marlins)
U.S. autism cases show 59% increase, alarming activists Mar 4, 2010
Research has ruled out vaccinations, said Dr. Jeff Brosco, a professor of clinical pediatrics at the University of Miami. Further research is focusing on pollution, diet, food additives, vitamin D deficiency, nutritional supplements, household chemicals, cosmetics and more. (The Palm Beach Post)
MLB Notebook: Upton signs deal, must prove hype Mar 4, 2010
Hanley Ramirez hit a three-run homer in his first at-bat of spring training as the Florida Marlins beat the University of Miami, 19-3. Tim Hudson pitched two sharp innings and rookie Jason Heyward doubled and scored as the Atlanta Braves beat the New York Mets, 9-5. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Wave TE fits in on UM line Mar 4, 2010
CORAL GABLES - When Stephen Plein arrived at the University of Miami last fall, he was a tight end ... School: University of Miami. (The News-Press -- Sports)
LIVE Combine Blog: Saturday Mar 4, 2010
After having an outstanding set of practice performances during Senior Bowl week back in January, University of Miami TE Jimmy Graham followed that up with a great NFL combine workout today. Graham, according to two NFL personnel sources, probably moved up to being a third or fourth-round pick based on his upside after the Senior Bowl. (LionsFans.com)
Wash. Man Volunteering In Haiti Dies Mar 4, 2010
Bouthillier died at the University of Miami field hospital in Port-Au-Prince on Monday. The circumstances surrounding his death are not known. (KIRO TV, WA)
Scouting Combine Day 3: Rising and Falling Mar 4, 2010
A former basketball player for the University of Miami, Graham decided to turn his attention to football after three years of focusing on basketball. Graham emerged on the scouting scene at the Senior Bowl and turned in an impressive week in Mobile. (TerpTown.com)
Uggla surprised he’s back with Marlins Mar 4, 2010
Uggla will be in his familiar No. 5 spot in the batting order when the Marlins open their exhibition season Wednesday against the University of Miami. Manager Fredi Gonzalez says he would take the season Uggla had in 2009 again this year, and he s willing to live with the high strikeout total as a tradeoff for Uggla s run productions. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
Women's Golf ACCtion: Tournaments ending Tuesday, March 2 Mar 4, 2010
- Junior Maria Ronderos posted a six-over par 78 in the final round to lead the University of Miami women's golf team on the final day of the UCF Challenge Tuesday at the RedTail Golf Club in Sorrento, Fla. Miami shot 315 in the final round to finish 16th. (Theacc.com)
Watching Special Videos May Not Make Kids Brainier Mar 3, 2010
"Kids this age are basically little scientists exploring the world, figuring out how it works," said Dr. Jeffrey Brosco, a pediatrics professor at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine ... D., professor, pediatrics, University of Miami Miller School of Medicine; Rebekah A. Richert, Ph. (MEDLINEplus)
Canes announce scrimmage, spring game times Mar 3, 2010
The University of Miami football team has announced two dates for fans to get a glimpse of the 2010 Hurricanes. Miami will hold an open scrimmage on Thurs. (Miami Sports -- Rivals.com)
Nolasco vying to become elite starter Mar 3, 2010
The Marlins open their exhibition season against the University of Miami at Roger Dean Stadium at 3:05 p.m. ET. ... Florida first-base candidate starred at University of Miami. (MLB.com -- Florida Marlins)
Brown to transfer to K-State Mar 3, 2010
East High School star and University of Miami linebacker Arthur Brown Jr. has decided to transfer to Kansas State after two seasons in the Hurricane program. The former No. 1 ranked player in the Sunflower State will sit out the 2010 season in accordance with NCAA rules. (Kansas State Sports -- Rivals.com)
Sanchez recalls facing Marlins in college Mar 3, 2010
Florida first-base candidate starred at University of Miami ... The hard-luck out is one of the vivid memories Sanchez has of his college playing days at the University of Miami ... Florida first-base candidate starred at University of Miami. (MLB.com -- Florida Marlins)
Valencia jumping into mix at third base Mar 2, 2010
-- Prior to this winter, Danny Valencia's greatest career experience had been playing in the College World Series when he was a junior at the University of Miami. But the Twins' third base prospect said that even that elite event had no comparison to the crowds and enthusiasm that he experienced while playing for the Puerto Rican Mayaguez team in the Caribbean World Series in Venezuela last month. (MLB.com -- Minnesota Twins)
Coghlan uses natural selection process Mar 2, 2010
" Sticking to this simple formula is how Coghlan addresses the often complicated art of hitting. To him, patience occurs when he doesn't see pitches he likes. The Marlins' 24-year-old left fielder has the restraint to not waste his cuts on pitches that don't look right to him. Because of his discipline, Coghlan sees his share of pitches. Compared with his teammates, he was on the high end of pitches per plate appearance, but he didn't pace the club. In 2009, Coghlan averaged seeing 3.95 pitches... (MLB.com -- Florida Marlins)
Johnson and Williams Earn All-ACC Honors Mar 2, 2010
GREENSBORO, N.C. That Atlantic Coast Conference announced Monday that the University of Miami s sophomore duo of and have been named to All-ACC Women s Basketball Teams. We are thrilled that Shenise and Riquna have been recognized for the incredible seasons they are having, said Miami head coach. (Hurricanesports.com)
Miami Heads to Tampa to Face USF at Steinbrenner Field Mar 2, 2010
- After a 5-1 start at home to open the 2010 season, the University of Miami baseball team hits the road for the first time with a trip to Tampa to take on USF Tuesday at the Florida Four tournament at George Steinbrenner Field ... RIVALRY WEEKEND COMING UP The University of Miami's annual series with in-state rival Florida has moved back to Coral Gables this year ... TICKET INFO Single game, season tickets and group packages are currently available for the 2010 University of Miami season. (Hurricanesports.com)
Ronderos Leads Hurricanes on Day 1 at UCF Challenge Mar 2, 2010
- Junior shot one-over par 73 in the first round and sits tied for 37th after the first two rounds to lead the University of Miami women's golf team on the first day of the UCF Challenge at the RedTail Golf Club in Sorrento, Fla. Miami is 17th after shooting 311 in round one and 318 in round two. (Hurricanesports.com)
Men's Basketball Takes on North Carolina Tuesday Mar 2, 2010
CORAL GABLES, FLA. - The University of Miami men's basketball team heads north to Chapel Hill for its final ACC road game of the 2009-10 regular season, taking on 2009 national champions North Carolina on Tues. March 2, at 8 p.m. in the Dean E. Smith Center. (Hurricanesports.com)
EVENT CALENDAR Mar 1, 2010
com - University of Miami Official Athletic Site - Hurricane Club. . (Hurricanesports.com)
`Canes Battle Back For OT Win on Senior Day Mar 1, 2010
CORAL GABLES - The University of Miami women's basketball team (17-12, 4-10) overcame a nine-point deficit with 1:32 remaining in regulation and pulled away in overtime to defeat the Boston College Eagles (15-14, 6-8), 76-68 Sunday afternoon at the BankUnited Center. called a timeout with three seconds remaining and designed a lob play for senior under the basket. (Hurricanesports.com)
Baseball routs Manhattan, 18-1 Mar 1, 2010
Junior lefty Chris Hernandez struck out nine and junior catcher Yasmani Grandal drove in five runs as the 10th-ranked University of Miami baseball team picked up its fifth straight win to open the 2010 season with a 18-1 blowout victory over Manhattan Saturday night at Alex Rodriguez Park at Mark Light Field. Despite all the runs, coach Jim Morris said, "I don't think we're going to be a team that scores a lot of runs ultimately. To win, we're going to have to pitch and play solid defense.". (Miami Sports -- Rivals.com)
Physician tells of working in 'chaotic hell' Mar 1, 2010
In Port-au-Prince I worked at Project Medishare and the University of Miami Global Institute hospital located 200 yards from the runway at the Toussaint L'Ouverture International Airport. The earplugs my wife tossed in my bag turned out to be a major lifesaver. (Florida Today)
No. 10 Miami Rolls Past Manhattan, 18-1 Feb 28, 2010
- Junior lefty struck out nine and junior catcher drove in five runs as the 10th-ranked University of Miami baseball team picked up its fifth straight win to open the 2010 season with a 18-1 blowout victory over Manhattan Saturday night at Alex Rodriguez Park at Mark Light Field. The 5-0 start is the best start for a UM team since the 2003 team opened the season 8-0. (Hurricanesports.com)
Men's Basketball Feb 28, 2010
com - University of Miami Official Athletic Site. . (Hurricanesports.com)
Miami's Devon Hill and Ashley Dukes Win ACC Indoor Titles Feb 28, 2010
- The University of Miami track and field teams completed the ACC Indoor Track and Field Championships at Virginia Tech's Rector Field House and saw both and win their first conference titles Saturday afternoon. For the second straight season, a Hurricane won the men's indoor 60m hurdle championship. (Hurricanesports.com)
No. 19 Women's Tennis Upsets No. 12 Clemson, 6-1 Feb 28, 2010
For more information on University of Miami women's tennis, please log on to. After browsing to the women's tennis home page, you will find the latest news, stats and match notes pertaining to the Hurricanes women's tennis program. (Hurricanesports.com)
At last healthy, Tankersley aims for 'pen Feb 28, 2010
The Marlins will gear up for games next week, starting off with an exhibition against the University of Miami on Wednesday at 3:05 p.m. ET. The following day, they take on the Nationals at Roger Dean Stadium in Jupiter, Fla. at 1:05 p.m.. (MLB.com -- Florida Marlins)
UM takes series opener over Manhattan Feb 28, 2010
Junior right fielder Chris Pelaez continued his hot hitting going 3-for-3 with three runs scored and junior lefty Eric Erickson struck out nine in another solid start as the 10th-ranked University of Miami baseball team knocked off Manhattan, 7-3, Friday night at Alex Rodriguez Park. Freshman left fielder Michael Broad drove in two runs - including what proved to be the game-winner - and finished 2-for-3 on the night. (Miami Sports -- Rivals.com)
Hurricanes hold second day of spring practice Feb 28, 2010
CORAL GABLES The University of Miami football team completed its second day of spring practice with another two-hour afternoon session in shorts and helmets at the Greentree Practice Fields on Wednesday. The Hurricanes followed the same script as Tuesdays opening practice, spending time working on several offensive and defensive position drills before wrapping up practice working on inside run, 7-on-7 and 11-on-11 team drills. (The News-Press -- Sports)
Tsunami hits French Polynesia; Pacific on watch Feb 28, 2010
" **************** A tsunami triggered by the Chilean earthquake sent a surge of water ashore in Hawaii, California and islands in the South Pacific on Saturday as the waves continued onto Alaska and parts of Asia. There were no immediate reports of widespread damage, injuries or deaths in the U.S. or in the Pacific islands, but a tsunami that swamped a village on an island off Chile killed at least five people and left 11 missing. In Hawaii, water began pulling away from shore off Hilo Bay on... (Salon)
Miami to Host Boston College in Regular Season Finale Feb 28, 2010
CORAL GABLES The University of Miami women s basketball team will play host to the Boston College Eagles in the regular season finale on Senior Day this Sunday, February 28 at 2 p.m.. Boston College (15-13, 6-7) at Miami (16-12, 3-10). (Hurricanesports.com)
No. 36 Men's Tennis Hosts No. 50 USF on Sunday Feb 28, 2010
- The No. 36 University of Miami men's tennis team returns to the Neil Schiff Tennis Center to play host to in-state rival South Florida on Sunday at noon. The Hurricanes (4-2), winners of three straight, return to the court following their 4-3 win over UCF one week ago. (Hurricanesports.com)
Men's Basketball Plays Host to NC State Saturday Feb 27, 2010
CORAL GABLES, FLA. - The University of Miami men's basketball team will play host to NC State on Sat. Feb. 27, in its unprecedented third-straight ACC home game at the BankUnited Center at 4 p.m. The game will be broadcast regionally, with WBFS carrying the action live in South Florida. (Hurricanesports.com)
No. 19 Miami Women's Tennis to Host No. 12 Clemson Feb 27, 2010
- The No. 19 University of Miami women's tennis team will play host to No. 12 Clemson on Sat ... For more information on University of Miami women's tennis, please log on to. (Hurricanesports.com)
Sean Penn saves two lives Feb 27, 2010
Sean managed to free the pair before personally driving them to the University of Miami hospital camp in the Haitian capital Port-au-Prince. The 'Milk' star then waited for both the woman and child to be treated for their injuries before taking them back to his home as they had nowhere else to go. (iAfrica.com)
No. 10 Miami Takes Series Opener over Manhattan, 7-3 Feb 27, 2010
- Junior right fielder continued his hot hitting going 3-for-3 with three runs scored and junior lefty struck out nine in another solid start as the 10th-ranked University of Miami baseball team knocked off Manhattan, 7-3, Friday night at Alex Rodriguez Park. Freshman left fielder drove in two runs - including what proved to be the game-winner - and finished 2-for-3 on the night. (Hurricanesports.com)
Miami rolls over Manhattan Feb 27, 2010
Chris Pelaez went 3-for-3 with a home run and three runs scored as the University of Miami defeated Manhattan 7-3 on Friday. Astronaut High grad Zeke DeVoss tripled and drove in a run for the Hurricanes (4-0). (Florida Today)
How Will Robinson Change Arizona's Offense? Feb 27, 2010
The most recent development is the addition of running back coach Tommie Robinson who spent the past three season in the same position at the University of Miami. The hire will further change the landscape in Arizona. (PittInsiders.com)
New year, new state of mind for Braun Feb 27, 2010
High School, then was an All-American at the University of Miami before the Brewers took him fifth overall in the ridiculously talent-rich 2005 First-Year Player Draft, one pick after the Nationals' Ryan Zimmerman and two before the Rockies' Troy Tulowitzki. Two years later, in 2007, Braun was the National League Rookie of the Year. (MLB.com -- Milwaukee Brewers)
In Preventing Stroke, Surgery Beats Stents Feb 27, 2010
Dr. Ralph Sacco, a stroke neurologist from the Miller School of Medicine at the University of Miami who is also president-elect of the American Heart Association, told MedPage Today that the European results, which were originally reported last year at a stroke meeting in Europe, were not surprising since the study enrolled patients with symptomatic carotid stenosis -- a group that is generally considered higher risk than asymptomatic patients. He noted that the U.S. study enrolled symptomatic... (ABC News)
Mother's Sensitivity May Help Language Growth in Children With Autism Spectrum Disorder Feb 26, 2010
25, 2010) A new study by researchers from the University of Miami shows that maternal sensitivity may influence language development among children who go on to develop autism ... "Language problems are among the most important areas to address for children with autism, because they represent a significant impairment in daily living and communication," says Daniel Messinger, associate professor in the department of psychology at the University of Miami (UM) College of Arts and Sciences and... (Science Daily)
Miami Falls to No. 9 Florida State, 87-62 Feb 26, 2010
--The University of Miami women s basketball team (16-12, 3-10) fell to the No.9 Florida State Seminoles (25-4, 11-2) by an 87-62 score, in front of 3,059 fans on Senior Night at the Tucker Center Thursday night. was explosive off the bench for the Hurricanes, scoring a team-high 22 points hitting four three-pointers along the way. (Hurricanesports.com)
Johnson's first BP impresses Marlins Feb 26, 2010
As for the exhibition opener next Wednesday against the University of Miami, Marlins manager Fredi Gonzalez said the start will go to Ricky Nolasco. is a reporter for MLB.com. (MLB.com -- Florida Marlins)
