Lady Bears Bring In Big Time Recruiting Class Nov 13, 2008
She sat out her junior season with an ACL injury but is fully rehabilitated. The Austin, Texas, native earned first-team all-state and all-region honors twice (2006, '07) as well as 2007 District 26 4A MVP honors and 2006 Street All-American honorable mention honor. (KWTX.com, TX)
Paying for playing Nov 12, 2008
Girls making a comeback from ACL injuries, but at what price. By , Staff writer First published in print: Tuesday, November 11, 2008. (Albany Times Union)
Players perspectives across women's basketball Nov 12, 2008
I am a fifth-year senior, back from an ACL injury. We have four starters returning, plus Jodi Howell returns from a shoulder injury and a top-10 freshman class. (Hanford Sentinal, CA)
ESPN.com Top 25 Nov 11, 2008
The Cyclones made the NCAA tournament last season against all odds after losing two starters to ACL injuries. Nicky Wieben and Toccara Ross are back, and it's the deepest team Bill Fennelly has had in a while. (ESPN -- Women's Basketball)
No. 23 Purdue Tops OGBR Nov 10, 2008
Senior was in impressive in her first game back from an ACL injury that caused her to miss the 2007-08 season. She recorded a double-double, scoring 15 points and pulling down 10 boards. (Purduesports.com)
Familiar Foes Collide As #1 Irish Meet Connecticut In BIG EAST Final Nov 9, 2008
Another key player for the Irish this season is senior center back and co-captain (0G-1A), the 2006 and 2008 BIG EAST Defensive Player of the Year who made a successful recovery from an ACL injury late in the '06 regular season with a solid '07 campaign. She is a two-time BIG EAST Defensive Player of the Week and Soccer Buzz Elite Team of the Week honoree, and a BIG EAST Weekly Honor Roll selection. (Und.com)
Will Iowa upset No. 3 Penn State? Nov 7, 2008
And that's without its stud linebacker Sean Lee, who was next in line at "Linebacker U" before an ACL injury last April derailed his 2008 season. Iowa may be able to keep the game close because of its defense. (Daily Iowan, IA)
Prevention of Anterior Cruciate Lig... Nov 6, 2008
An estimated 80,000 to 250,000 ACL injuries occur each year ... Conditioning programs that improve strength and flexibility of the hamstring and quadriceps muscle groups can help protect the ACL. Improving overall conditioning will also help prevent injury, as ACL injuries occur more often in the late part of games, when the athlete is fatigued. (Suite101.com)
Middle Tennessee Nov 6, 2008
0 rpg) to a season-ending ACL injury in their first game. O'Neil, a 6-4 red-shirt junior who had come into his own while leading MTSU in scoring during three Sun Belt Tournament games in 2007, is expected back at full speed this season. (ESPN -- College Basketball)
FAB 50 rankings Nov 6, 2008
Last season's record: 22-8 Outlook: Most teams wouldn't be able to lose star to Connecticut and still be nationally ranked, but the Patriots already learned what life without Doty would be like after she missed last season with an ACL injury. Junior had an impressive summer and will lead once again. (ESPN -- Women's Basketball)
PG North: First WPIAL soccer crown for Mars boys a family affair (Today) Nov 6, 2008
Starting forward Tim Frigot and Brendan Miller, the team's top reserve, both had torn ACL injuries. Frigot has been out since early in the season; Miller was hurt toward the end of the regular season. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Injuries Slow Several DMACC Squadmembers Nov 6, 2008
One of last season's standouts, Ciera McGaughy, suffered an ACL injury just before the start of school and will miss at least the first semester of play while freshman prospect Brittany Ward will miss the entire season due to that same type of injury. Veteran post player Steph Scheuring has not seen the court yet due to a back ailment and freshman Tiara Mays, another inside player, has been slowed by a knee problem. (Boone Today, IA)
Robson on MSU roster Nov 5, 2008
Robson missed the 2007 soccer season after suffering an ACL injury during tryouts. He had reconstructive surgery at South Bend (Ind. (Niles Star, MI)
Short handed Lady Apaches gear up for new season Nov 5, 2008
Karolyte is attempting to recover from an ACL injury she sustained last year. Lane is hoping she will join the team by Christmas. (Douglas Daily Dispatch, AZ)
Lady Bucs win opener Nov 4, 2008
Blinn, which was already without three other guards who were out with ACL injuries, suddenly found itself short on guards who could go into the game. She (Clemons) hasn t played since March and she s still one of our best defenders and energy people, Jenkins said. (Brenham Banner, TX)
Cardinal Pile on Points vs. Chico State Nov 3, 2008
RS Sophomore F (4 points) and G (6 assists) saw their first game action after almost a year off due to ACL injuries. Each had some fine moments plus a little of the inevitable rust that accumulates during such a long time off. (TheBootleg.com)
A reality check Nov 2, 2008
Don t even mention injuries because as I remember the Gators were hit hard by a bunch (4-5) ACL injuries before the season even started. We will be breaking in a new quarterback hopefully Gray or Murray. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Roger and Out Nov 1, 2008
It has been a long road back for Houston Strake Jesuit point guard, Steven Rogers who has suffered two ACL injuries. The 5-foot-10, Rogers hurt himself back in May of 2007 and hasn't seen much of the court since. (Houston Sports -- Rivals.com)
Rogers: Fullerton already overcoming challenges Nov 1, 2008
Lopez, one of Fullerton's shining young stars, suffered an ACL injury and soon will have surgery. Despite feeling somewhat like he's in charge of a cursed program, Serrano is finding ways to keep his head above water. (Notre Dame Sports -- Rivals.com)
Luginbill: A new No. 1 in the ESPNU 150 Oct 31, 2008
Damario Jeffery has been sidelined for most of the season with an ACL injury. ATH (Valdosta, Ga. (ESPN -- Recruiting)
ACL injury knocks Louisville's top WR out for year Oct 30, 2008
ESPN - ACL injury knocks Louisville Cardinals' top receiver Scott Long out for year ... ACL injury knocks Louisville Cardinals' top receiver Scott Long out for year. (ESPN -- College Football News)
MBB| Ongenaet settling in as SU's power forward Oct 29, 2008
To the sharpshooting guards back from ACL injuries (Eric Devendorf and Andy Rautins). To the player one Sporting News writer declared the best point guard in the nation (Jonny Flynn). (Daily Orange, NY)
Brady received treatments on infected knee; long-term prognosis still unclear Oct 25, 2008
"An ACL getting infected is extraordinarily rare," said T.O. Souryal, physician for the Dallas Mavericks, former consultant to the NFL Players Association, and an expert in ACL injuries. "I'm not sure the MCL adds to the risk, but it doesn't really take away from it. This can happen to any surgeon and with any procedure, whether it is a knee or a finger. Infection is a risk inherent in surgery.". (Boston Globe)
Women's Basketball To Hold Orange & White Scrimmage On Oct. 29 Oct 25, 2008
Senior is coming off an ACL injury that sidelined her for the 2007-08 season, but the 5'9" combo guard has played in 86 career games with 71 career starts. Four juniors also return, led by two-year starters and . Hardy, who hails from nearby Spartanburg, SC, was named the team MVP last season after leading the team in rebounding and ranking second in scoring. Brown, a native of Atlanta, GA, returns at the point after totaling 110 assists last season. Guard started 28 contests last season and... (Clemsontigers.com)
Former Gladiator returns to rivalry as assistant coach Oct 22, 2008
The one-time Cedar Shoals beat Clarke Central (19-14, on Oct. 9, 1998), Gary was out with a season-ending ACL injury he suffered at the onset of his senior year, so he can say without fear of contradiction that as a player, he never lost to the Jaguars. "When I started coaching here, Cedar Shoals had been on a bit of a run; I tell our players that I just can't relate to getting beat by Cedar Shoals," said Gary, who's been coaching at Clarke Central since 2005, during which time the two teams... (Athens Banner-Herald)
MBB | Boeheim, Orange laud newfound depth at annual media day festivities Oct 21, 2008
Back from ACL injuries are the team's two best shooters - Eric Devendorf and Andy Rautins, who Paul Harris labeled the "best shooter in the country." Back are four starters, including Flynn, who The Sporting New 00001D82 s dubbed the best point guard in the nation. And new are freshmen Mookie Jones and Kris Joseph, who are "going to play going to be a part of it," Boeheim assured. (Daily Orange, NY)
MBB | Jardine ailed by stress fracture, will redshirt 2008-09 season Oct 17, 2008
But with Syracuse's lineup already whittled down to seven regulars - thanks to a pair of ACL injuries to sharpshooter Andy Rautins and Eric Devendorf and the departure of disgruntled point guard Josh Wright - Jardine had no recourse but to play through the pain. "After everything we'd been through," Jardine said. (Daily Orange, NY)
Pieces Coming Together for Texans Oct 16, 2008
Robinson had an ACL injury last year and was placed on the PUP list to begin the 2008 season. Well, first off Im encouraged from what Ive seen, Kubiak said. (InsideHouston.com)
Mims found dead Oct 16, 2008
Coach Tony Dungy confirmed the ACL injury Wednesday but did not say whether it was torn. Running back became a major need Sunday when Hart and Pro Bowler Joseph Addai left in the first half. (News & Observer -- Sports)
PG North/West: Sewickley Academy girls' team comes of age (Today) Oct 16, 2008
Peluso had big plans for another senior, Anne Funk, but she is sidelined by her third ACL injury in as many years. Other returning starters for Sewickley Academy are sophomore Aubrey Jaicks in net, sophomore Meghan Torrence at sweeper, juniorCasey Ross and Caitlin Bungo, Taylor's younger sister. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Buckeyes Lose Wilson For Season Oct 15, 2008
Junior defensive end has suffered a torn ACL injury and is out for the remainder of the season, OSU head coach Jim Tressel said at his weekly press luncheon. A starter for all seven of the teams games this season, Wilson leads the teams defensive linemen with 18 tackles 2. (Bucknuts.com)
T-Will injures knee Oct 15, 2008
Cardinals senior came down awkward on his right knee and heard a pop. Usually, that means a season-ending ACL injury. Instead, according to Louisville coach , T-Will is going to miss about a month with a torn medial meniscus - which should put him back on the court in time for the Nov. 22 opener against Morehead State. (InsideTheVille.com)
Who Will Man the Middle? Oct 14, 2008
comDate: Oct 13, 2008 The biggest question surrounding the University of Oklahoma football team is who will be stepping in at middle linebacker for Ryan Reynolds, who suffered a season ending ACL injury in Saturdays loss to Texas. to read the rest of this story. (OUInsider.com)
MU's `Can the Huskers' Returns Sunday... Oct 11, 2008
Coming off last year s ACL injury, Klein has shown an innate ability to adapt and do what is needed for the team s success. SIX DAYS, THREE MATCHES: The Tigers will play THREE matches in SIX calendar days, hosting No. 2 Nebraska on October 12 (Sunday) and Kansas, a team that has taken at least a set from each of the leagues three ranked opponents, on October 15 (Wednesday) before traveling to No. 3 Texas for a October 17 (Friday) matchup. (Mutigers.com)
Desert states flooded with D-line talent Oct 11, 2008
Kennard is clearly the No. 1 player in the state, and the No. 4 prospect overall in the country was also a serious contender for the No. 1 overall slot until suffering a season-ending ACL injury ... Kennard is truly an excellent defensive end prospect, but this talented player does have an obstacle to clear in coming back from his ACL injury. (ESPN -- Recruiting)
Mizzou Takes Even Big 12 Record to A&M Oct 4, 2008
Coming off last year s ACL injury, Klein has shown an innate ability to adapt and do what is needed for the team s success. THE GAUNTLET AHEAD: While happy days are here for now, the road starts to get bumpy for the Tiger squad in the coming weeks. (Mutigers.com)
#1 Irish Back Home Friday To Take On South Florida Oct 4, 2008
Another key player for the Irish this season is senior center back and co-captain (0G-1A), the 2006 BIG EAST Defensive Player of the Year who made a successful recovery from an ACL injury late in the '06 regular season with a solid '07 campaign. She is the two-time BIG EAST Defensive Player of the Week and Soccer Buzz Elite Team of the Week honoree, and a BIG EAST Weekly Honor Roll selection after leading Notre Dame to seven shutouts and a 0. (Und.com)
Physical Therapists Say Appropriate Exercise Can Help Prevent ACL Injuries In Female Athletes Oct 3, 2008
The PEP program, one example of the many physical therapy-based programs that have demonstrated an equal ability to reduce ACL injuries among female athletes, consists of sport-specific agility exercises and addresses potential deficits in the strength and neuromuscular coordination of the stabilizing muscles around the knee joint. Physical therapist and APTA spokesperson Holly Silvers, MPT, who helped develop PEP, says, "The program was created to address the deficits that are seen in female... (Science Daily)
Not How It Was Supposed To Be Oct 3, 2008
Yet, Stefanie's high school career was cut short by her first ACL injury, which came during her junior year while she was playing at the Surf Cup in San Diego ... But on the last day of team double days in August, she suffered her second ACL injury. (Lmulions.com)
Colorado Preview: Between the Lines Oct 3, 2008
Along with that list, LB suffered hairline fracture in his leg and is doubtful for the game, DE is listed as day-to-day with a concussion suffered in practice on September 21, S is day-to-day following his recovery from an ACL injury he suffered last year and WR is out for two to three more weeks because of a broken collarbone suffered on August 11. Even with the 6-foot-8 Miller out, Colorado still has 6-foot-9 left tackle (before Miller's injury, Colorado had the tallest tandem of tackles in... (InsideTexas.com)
05/28/06 GBW: Bball List/Big Guy Oct 3, 2008
com: "Blair has made a name for himself on the AAU circuit this summer playing along side top-10 talent Herb Pope, with the Pittsburgh Jots. Due to two ACL injuries and missing the past two summers Blair has flown under the radar, but according to Ken Oskie, a Jots assistant coach, he has become one of the main attractions. Every time out there they were coming to see Herb, and now they aren t just coming to see Herb anymore they are coming to see DeJuan too. And rightfully so, Blair put up... (GoBlueWolverine.com)
Recruiting coast to coast: South Carolina 2009 Oct 3, 2008
A real competitor, Jeffery should bounce back from his ACL injury and have a very productive college career. Under-the-radar recruit , wide receiver James Byrnes (Duncan, S.C.) Considering: Florida, South Carolina, Clemson, Florida State, Auburn. (ESPN -- Recruiting)
Wildcats Notebook: Wildcats head into bye week on a roll Sep 24, 2008
Those yards might be even tougher to come by, with starting center Blake Kerley likely out for the season after suffering an ACL injury to his left knee. Colin Baxter will move over from his customary guard position and take over the snapping duties. (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
FOS AUDIO & RECAP: Paterno PC Sep 24, 2008
Klopacz is gone for the year with an ACL injury. It's created a problem for them because Klopacz was expected to be the #2 center. (LionNews.com)
Logan's new Web site taking off Sep 22, 2008
Launched Aug. 1, it is largely the result of the efforts of Mikel Christensen, a city programmer analyst, and John Cox, a firefighter recovering from an ACL injury that kept him from fighting fires. (The site is) more streamlined, easier to use, easier to maintain, easier to navigate, said Christensen. (Logan Herald Journal, UT)
Healing Process Sep 20, 2008
" echa wrote on Sep 18, 2008 6:20 PM:" Does anyone even know what a BEARCAT is (Brownwood Bulletin, TX)
Four Goal First Half Leads No. 20 South Carolina Past East Tennessee State Sep 20, 2008
Shattls saw game action for the first time since the 2006 season after missing last year and the start of this year rehabbing an ACL injury. Mojarab combined with to pitch South Carolina's SEC-leading sixth shutout of the season. (Uscsports.com)
Top-Ranked Irish Open BIG EAST Play Friday At DePaul Sep 20, 2008
Another key player for the Irish this season is senior center back and co-captain , the 2006 BIG EAST Defensive Player of the Year who made a successful recovery from an ACL injury late in the '06 regular season with a solid '07 campaign. She is the two-time BIG EAST Defensive Player of the Week and Soccer Buzz Elite Team of the Week honoree, after leading Notre Dame to four consecutive shutouts to open this year (the first time the Irish have done that since '95). (Und.com)
No change in status of Penn State players Sep 19, 2008
Aside from being a former Nittany Lion recruit, DiMichele knows fellow Pittsburgh-area players Tyrell Sales and Sean Lee, whom DiMichele said he talked about his ACL injury and DiMicheles own injury. Western PA guys, we stick together, DiMichele said. (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
Iowa To Host Hawkeye-Holiday Inn Challenge Sep 17, 2008
Walters Returns to Action Redshirt sophomore returned to the court in the second set against Xavier after missing the final 19 matches of 2007 and the first seven matches of 2008 with an ACL injury. The Parkersburg, IA, native wasted no time in helping the Hawkeyes, recording three kills on five swings against Xavier along with three kills and two block assists against Drake. (Hawkeyesports.com)
Prince shuffles defensive cards for Cards Sep 16, 2008
"With the loss of (ACL injury and out for the season) and Chris Patterson (off team), this gives us another veteran player outside and another veteran player, particularly in this type of game, where the running game could be a pretty heavy emphasis. Plus, it helps us to keep some guys fresh and gives us a pretty solid rotation.". Walker, who has started in 18 games, said he has adapted to the change after initially meeting the proposition with some apprehension. (Kansas State Sports -- Rivals.com)
Tharp schedules official visit Sep 15, 2008
Instead of taking the field for the first time as a senior last Friday night, Tharp was on the sideline still recovering from an ACL injury. However, the news isn't all bad. (Missouri Sports -- Rivals.com)
Its a bird, a plane, no its Superducks Sep 14, 2008
There were indications that Roper does not have an ACL injury but he could still be out from two to four weeks. Oregon overcame its largest deficit to win (17 points) since going down 17-0 at home against on Sept. 17, 2005. (eDuck.com)
Bulldogs take parish title Sep 14, 2008
Adding to the Wolverines' woes was standout hitter Mallory Horridge's possible ACL injury in the tiebreaker. Going to hit a spike, Horridge crumbled awkwardly to the floor. (Nola.com -- Sports)
Hawkeyes Take Care Of Drake, 3-0 Sep 14, 2008
Redshirt sophomore , who suffered an ACL injury last season, played in her second-straight match of the season and had three kills and two block assists. "We just didn't give up today, and our play showed that," Hilgenberg said. (Hawkeyesports.com)
Iowa Bounces Back For Win Over Xavier Sep 14, 2008
Redshirt sophomore returned to the court for the first time after suffering an ACL injury last season and had one block assist. Iowa opened the second set with a 5-1 run and later used a Smale kill to take an 11-6 advantage. (Hawkeyesports.com)
Malceski's recovery hasn't won over clubs Sep 13, 2008
"I think that every time an AFL player suffers the ACL injury they will consider it and discuss it with their doctor and surgeon, but I think the eventual uptake of this in the next few years is still going to be small," AFLMOA head Dr Hugh Seward said. "Our great reluctance to embrace it is that there is very little knowledge and experience about the prospects for success, and that the experience in the past has been bad and so we would regard that as a considerable risk to take, choosing that... (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
#2 Irish Back Home Friday To Face SMU Sep 13, 2008
Another key player for the Irish this season is senior center back and co-captain (2G-3A), the 2006 BIG EAST Defensive Player of the Year who made a successful recovery from an ACL injury late in the '06 regular season with a solid '07 campaign. She is the two-time BIG EAST Defensive Player of the Week and Soccer Buzz Elite Team of the Week honoree, after leading Notre Dame to four consecutive shutouts to open this year (the first time the Irish have done that since '95). (Und.com)
Sales stepping out of the shadows Sep 11, 2008
Yet, with the loss of Lee to an ACL injury this spring, Sales has had shifted roles in many ways. To continue reading this article you must be a member. (Penn State Sports -- Rivals.com)
Miss anything? Catch up here! Sep 9, 2008
Of course, with the win came the Lions' biggest loss of the season in the form of a season-ending ACL injury to redshirt junior Jerome Hayes. Whether you were watching the game on TV or enjoyed it in the stands, here's a rundown of all of BWI's coverage from Saturday's game. (Penn State Sports -- Rivals.com)
Defensive Analysis: All Will Be Fine Sep 9, 2008
one of three terrific cornerbacks, is gone for the year with an ACL injury. And to add to all of that, is really showing the rust of a guy who hasn't played in a year. (IlliniBoard.com)
THE HUDDLE BLOG: Reports say Brady lost for season Sep 8, 2008
Jets quarterback Brett Favre said that Brady, 31, suffered an ACL injury to his left knee ... " Brady was hit by Bernard Pollard in the first quarter on Sunday, and he limped to the locker room afterward. NBC earlier that Jets players were buzzing that the QB had an ACL injury, but the Patriots have not confirmed it. Patriots receiver Randy Moss said he thought the hit was ". (USA Today -- Sports)
Tom Brady's Week One 2008 Fantasy I... Sep 8, 2008
His reported season-ending torn ACL injury has stunned the NFL and will leave many teams clammering for a backup plan. So exactly what are the options for those who drafted Brady in their 2008 fantasy football league. (Suite101.com)
ACL injuries more common among young female athletes Sep 7, 2008
The rate of ACL injuries for female high school athletes is even higher in many areas ... The rate of female ACL injuries has increased as females participation in sports has grown following the implementation of Title IX, which was passed in 1972 and mandates that schools receiving federal funding cannot discriminate based on gender when it comes to educational programs or activities ... There have been studies done that show that if you intensely train your people about how to land, how to... (DeKalb Daily Chronicle, IL)
Hayes injury devastates Lions Sep 7, 2008
After working incredibly hard to get back on the field only eight months from an ACL injury in his right knee a season ago, it appears that Hayes will have to work his way back once again. "He's got the other knee. An ACL," Penn State head coach Joe Paterno confirmed in his post-game press conference. (Penn State Sports -- Rivals.com)
