Useless Knowledge: Presidential quirks, oddities Nov 21, 2008
The Montana Standard. The Montana Standard. (Montana Standard, MT)
Toliver leads No. 11 Maryland past James Madison, 90-76 Nov 21, 2008
- Kristi Toliver had 27 points and 10 assists, Lynetta Kizer scored 18, and No. 11 Maryland used an 18-3 second-half run to pull away to a 90-76 victory over James Madison on Thursday night ... Dawn Evans led James Madison (1-1) with 33 points on 14-for-33 shooting and Courtney Hamner scored 12 of her 16 points in the second half. (ABC 7 News, DC)
As good as new . . . like her old self Nov 21, 2008
Going into Portland's NCAA Tournament third-round game Saturday night against James Madison, Rapinoe said her play is closer than ever to returning to top form; she pegged it at 98 percent. She has regained her confidence. (OregonLive, OR -- Sports)
Tech's Vassallo right at home Nov 21, 2008
ACC WOMENNO. 11 MARYLAND 90, JAMES MADISON 76: Kristi Toliver had 27 points and 10 assists, Lynetta Kizer scored 18 points, and host Maryland used an 18-3 second-half run to pull away from James Madison ... Dawn Evans led James Madison (1-1) with 33 points. (News & Observer -- Sports)
UCLA Plays Season's First Road Game At Maryland Nov 21, 2008
Nov. 16 and will play host to James Madison on Thursday Nov. 20 before entertaining the Bruins on Sunday. Maryland leads the all-time series between the two schools by a 4-2 count. (Uclabruins.com)
Women's Basketball ACCtion: Thursday, November 20 Nov 21, 2008
(AP)-- Kristi Toliver had 27 points and 10 assists, Lynetta Kizer scored 18, and No. 11 Maryland used an 18-3 second-half run to pull away to a 90-76 victory over James Madison on Thursday night. It was the 23rd straight home win for the Terrapins (2-1), who were locked in a tie game with 11:46 left before Toliver made three baskets and a pair of three throws in the pivotal surge. (Theacc.com)
Michigan uses late burst to upset No. 4 UCLA Nov 21, 2008
Maryland 90, James Madison 76 - Kristi Toliver made three layups and two free throws during a pivotal 18-3 run for the No. 11 Terrapins (2-1), and totaled 27 points in College Park, Md. Texas A&M 59, Michigan 56 - Danielle Gant (15 points) and the 12th-ranked Aggies (3-0) survived in Ann Arbor, Mich. (Boston Globe -- Sports)
John Matthews added to final Walter Payton Award watch list Nov 21, 2008
Matthews, Ford, Pizzotti and Warner join 12 other candidates on the Payton Watch list - wide receiver Ramses Barden of Cal Poly, quarterback Rhett Bomar of Sam Houston State, quarterback Nathan Brown of Central Arkansas, running back Herb Donaldson of Western Illinois, quarterback Armanti Edwards of Appalachian State, quarterback Cameron Higgins of Weber State, wide receiver Terrell Hudgins of Elon, running back Rashad Jennings of Liberty, quarterback Rodney Landers of James Madison, quarterback... (Usdtoreros.com)
Five From UNC Earn All-Region Honors Nov 20, 2008
First team - Kelsey Cutchins (James Madison), (UNC), Aileen Davis (Wake Forest), Marian Dickinson (Duke), (UNC), Minou Gimbrere (Wake Forest), Rhian Jones (Duke), Michelle Kasold (Wake Forest), Lauren Miller (Duke), Raisa Schiller (Wake Forest), Paige Selenski (Virginia), Inge Kaars Sijpesteijn (Virginia), Laura Suchoski (Duke), (UNC), Lauren Walls (James Madison), Melissa Walls (James Madison). Second team - Carla Binnewies (Longwood), (UNC), Megan Deakins (Duke), Kelly Driscoll (Old Dominion),... (Tarheelblue.com)
Big things expected for Oghobaase Nov 20, 2008
Duke's Vincent Oghobaase (3) reacts after a defensive stop against James Madison. Staff Photo by Chuck Liddy. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Wife, husband win final Star-Tribune football contest Nov 20, 2008
Winning teams were BYU, Georgia, Boston College, Clemson, Southern Miss, Florida, Iowa, Texas, Maryland, Northwestern, Notre Dame, Gretna, UCLA, James Madison, Oklahoma State, N.C. State, Vanderbilt, Wisconsin, Louisiana Tech, Fresno State, Titans, Packers, Panthers and Broncos. Last week was the Star-Tribune's final football contest of the 2008 football season. (Chatham Star Tribune, VA)
Wandering Devils face gelling Griz Nov 20, 2008
The Delta Devils are coming off their most competitive game of the season, a 62-54 loss to James Madison on Okalhoma's court ... Last outing: MVSU dropped a 62-54 decision to James Madison on Tuesday in a tournament in Norman, Okla. (Missoulian, MT)
Thursday's Time Schedule Nov 20, 2008
No. 11 Maryland vs. James Madison, 7 p.m.. No. 12 Texas A&M at Michigan, 6:30 p.m.. (International Herald Tribune)
Club Field Hockey: First club national championship Nov 20, 2008
Held this past weekend on the campus of James Madison in Harrisonberg, Va. the Huskies entered the field of eight as the No. 5 seed. (Northeastern News, MA)
Florida Atlantic Draws No. 21 Davidson in NIT Nov 20, 2008
BOCA RATON, FL - Florida Atlantic will play No. 21 Davidson at the Wildcats' John M. Belk Arena Monday, November 24 at 8 p.m. ET. Davidson was chosen as a consolation round site in the Dick's Sporting Goods NIT Season Tip-Off tournament, where FAU will also face James Madison Tuesday, November 25 at 5:45 p.m. ET. Both games will air live on WFTL 640 AM, with additional audio links available via FAUSPORTS.com ... Davidson soundly beat James Madison (1-1) 99-64 in the NIT's opening-round. (Fausports.com)
Tracy SchultzWOMEN'S POWER RANKINGS Nov 19, 2008
Next three: 11/20 vs. James Madison; 11/23 vs. UCLA; 11/26 vs. South Dakota State at Cancun. 13. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NCAA Basketball)
James Madison beats MVSU 62-54 Nov 19, 2008
NORMAN, OKLA. Devon Moore scored 17 points, including the go-ahead basket after James Madison squandered a 12-point, second-half lead and the Dukes beat Mississippi Valley State 62-54 Tuesday night in an NIT Season Tip-Off consolation game. Moore had a driving right-handed layup to give James Madison (1-1) a 48-47 lead with 7:19 to play and the Dukes were able to keep the Delta Devils (0-4) at bay the rest of the game ... Pierre Curtis and Kyle Swanston each added 10 points for James Madison. (The Clarion-Ledger)
JOHN SMITHERS: Assuming a Griz win ... Nov 19, 2008
Personally, I think Montana should get the fourth seed behind James Madison, Appalachian State and Weber State, in that order ... Villanova lost on a Hail Mary to top-ranked James Madison, while its other defeat was to West Virginia ... A big upset this weekend could obviously throw things into turmoil, but right now I think the top four seeds will be James Madison, Appalachian State, Weber State and Northern Iowa. (Missoulian, MT)
• More State/National Stories • Nov 19, 2008
Davidson 99, James Madison 64. Loyola of Chicago 74, Georgia 53. (Creston News Adertiser, IO)
UMass Football Seeks Senior Class Win Record in Finale, Saturday Vs. Hofstra Nov 19, 2008
In addition to the URI loss, the lone intra-division losses were to Appalachian State in the NCAA Division I Championship game in 2006, Southern Illinois in 2007 Quarterfinals, James Madison in 2008, the current No. 1 team in the nation along with losses to ranked Richmond, Maine and New Hampshire in 2008 ... Coen threw for 300 or more yards three times this year with 395 at Holy Cross (9/6), 339 at #7 James Madison (339) and 389 vs. Bryant (10/25) ... That includes his 109-yard game at #7 James... (Umassathletics.com)
Obama Searching for New D.C. Church Nov 19, 2008
Numerous, thriving congregations are an easy walk from 1600 Pennsylvania Ave. Just across Lafayette Square from the White House is St. John's Church, an Episcopal parish known as the "Church of the Presidents," where presidents as far back as James Madison have worshipped. St. John's has a standing invitation: Pew 54 is the president's pew, reserved for the nation's leader. (Newsmax)
Green taking more trips? Nov 18, 2008
San Antonio (Texas) James Madison cornerback Andrew Green is in no hurry make a college decision. Though the 6-foot-0, 180-pound defender has already taken two official visits, he said plans to do a little bit more traveling before solidifying a college choice. (Nebraska Sports -- Rivals.com)
Big Ben can't inspire Miami at Pitt Nov 18, 2008
No. 21 Davidson 99, James Madison 64. CONTINUED 1. (Cleveland.com -- Sports)
COLLEGE BASKETBALL Santa Clara tipped in Tip-Off Nov 18, 2008
21 Davidson 99, James Madison 64: Stephen Curry had 33 points and nine assists in the NIT Tip-Off in Norman. 22 Georgetown 71, Jacksonville 62: Greg Monroe delivered 14 points in his college debut in Washington. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Women's Top 25 Fared Nov 18, 2008
Next: vs. James Madison, Thursday. No. 12 Texas A) did not play. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Men's Top 25 Basketball Schedule Nov 18, 2008
No. 21 Davidson vs. James Madison at the Lloyd Noble Center, Norman, Okla. 6 p.m.. (International Herald Tribune -- Technology)
Griffin's double-double paces No. 12 Oklahoma Nov 18, 2008
Davidson rolled past James Madison 99-64 on Monday ... Mississippi Valley State will play James Madison on Tuesday in a consolation game. (Anchorage Daily News)
Curry has 33 in Davidson's win over James Madison Nov 18, 2008
Alonzo Adams / APDavidson guard Stephen Curry, left, drives to the basket against James Madison during the first half of round one of the NIT Season Tip-Off of an NCAA college basketball game on Monday, Nov. 17, 2008 in Norman, Okla ... - Stephen Curry had 33 points and nine assists Monday night and No. 21 Davidson beat James Madison 99-64 in the first round of the NIT Season Tip-Off ... His outing against James Madison (0-1) marked the 16th time in his career he's scored 30 or more points in a... (MSNBC -- Sports)
Curry, Davidson Cruise Past James Madison Nov 18, 2008
- (Sports Network) - Stephen Curry dropped 34 points, and the Davidson Wildcats routed the James Madison Dukes, 99-64, in opening round play of the NIT Season Tip-Off ... Julius Wells led the way with 16 points, while Kyle Swanston netted 14 for James Madison (0-1), which improved from seven wins in 2006-07 to 13 wins in '07-'08 ... Game Notes Davidson won its only previous meeting with James Madison back in 1997. (ABC 7 News, DC)
James Madison And Davidson Square Off In Nit Season Tip-off Nov 18, 2008
This contest marks the season opener for James Madison, which went from seven wins in 2006-07 to 13 wins in '07-'08 ... Davidson won its only previous meeting with James Madison back in 1997 ... James Madison seniors Abdulai Jalloh (15. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Pough keeping guard up against NC A&T Nov 18, 2008
James Madison (28) 9-1 700 1 ... James Madison (106) 9-1 2,986 1. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Jones in limbo? Nov 18, 2008
Jones had also received interest from James Madison, Hofstra, Akron, Temple and Villanova before his decision. "I might try to get in touch with some of those (schools)," he said. (Syracuse Sports -- Rivals.com)
Curry as hot as usual Nov 18, 2008
Curry had 33 points and nine assists Monday night, and the 21st-ranked Wildcats beat James Madison 99-64 in the first round of the NIT Season Tip-Off, a rout that began with an 11-0 start fueled by defense ... He was 14-of-19 against James Madison (0-1), including 4-of-6 from 3-point range, and committed four turnovers. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Women's College Basketball Schedule Nov 18, 2008
James Madison at Maryland, 7 p.m.. Edward Waters at Savannah St., 7 p.m.. (International Herald Tribune)
Huskies roll at home Nov 18, 2008
Davidson rolled past James Madison 99-64 on Monday ... No. 21 Davidson 99, James Madison 64: At Norman, Okla ... Curry's outing against James Madison (0-1) marked the 16th time in his career he's scored 30 or more points in a game. (Athens Banner-Herald)
FB: Monday PC Quotes + Audio Nov 18, 2008
"Carolina football has taken such a big step up from two years ago. You get real excited for any game, no matter if it's McNeese State or James Madison ... with NC State having a new coach and with Butch Davis [here] it's refreshed the rivalry.". On the team's mindset this week. (InsideCarolina.com)
ACC Announces Men's Basketball Players of the Week Nov 18, 2008
The previous high was 24 by Jeff Lamp against James Madison University on Nov. 25, 1977. . (Theacc.com)
Two schools on top for Kellam tackle Steward Nov 18, 2008
Marshall and James Madison are the two schools that have already offered the massive lineman but recently new schools have shown increased interest in the Kellam standout. Virginia is one of those schools. (Marshall Sports -- Rivals.com)
Patriot League Football Release - 11.17.08 Nov 18, 2008
Colgate has won seven games in a row heading into Saturday's contest, tied for the third-longest streak in the country behind only No. 1-ranked James Madison and three-time defending champion Appalachian State. It is the longest win streak for the Raiders since their 15 straight wins in 2003. (Patriotleague.com)
UNH/Maine winner likely to land football playoff berth Nov 18, 2008
P/SUNNY Tuesday November 18, 2008. Today's most viewed articles. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Ladyjacks Host Houston Baptist in Home Opener Nov 18, 2008
The Ladyjacks now join Tennessee, Louisiana Tech, Old Dominion, Texas and James Madison as the only schools to ever accomplish the feat. Making the victory more special was the fact that it was Sue Gunter Day on the SFA campus. (Sfajacks.com)
No. 2 Huskies state their case Nov 18, 2008
Davidson 99, James Madison 64 - Stephen Curry had 33 points and nine assists and the No. 21 Wildcats (2-0) routed the Dukes in the first round of the NIT Season Tip-Off in Norman, Okla. Georgetown 71, Jacksonville 62 - Greg Monroe delivered 14 points and seven rebounds in his college debut, and anchored a suffocating defense that helped the No. 22 Hoyas open their season with a win over the visiting Dolphins (0-2). (Boston Globe -- Sports)
BCS set to move top bowl games to ESPN Nov 18, 2008
James Madison, which clinched the CAA automatic berth to the playoffs Saturday, retained the No. 1 ranking in The Sports Network FCS-Top 25 poll. The Dukes (9-1) received 106 of 120 first-place votes to hold off Appalachian State. (Boston Globe -- Sports)
NCAA Women's Division I Soccer Tournament Nov 17, 2008
James Madison 1, Georgia 0 ... James Madison 1, Wake Forest 0. (International Herald Tribune -- Health)
A winning style of attack Nov 17, 2008
A 2-0 victory and a third-round game against James Madison (14-6-2) was their reward. Portland is expected to play host to the match Saturday at 7 p.m. The game date and time will be confirmed today. (OregonLive, OR -- Sports)
Hoops Preview: OU Vs. Miss. Valley State Nov 17, 2008
If the Sooners win they will advance to the second round of the tournament and face either Davidson or James Madison. MVSU Key Player(s): Michael Clark, Shannon Behling, Dwayne Harmason. (OUInsider.com)
Defense Holds Delaware To 53 Yards; No. 7 Spiders Win Eighth Game, 31-14 Nov 17, 2008
Richmond returns to action next weekend with a pivotal regular-season finale at long-time rival William The Tribe (7-3, 5-2), which had its five-game winning streak snapped today at No. 1 James Madison, has dropped three straight to the Spiders. No. 9 Spiders Rout Georgetown, 48-0. (Richmondspiders.com)
Spiders Set For NCAA Regional Cross Country Championship Saturday Nov 17, 2008
com :: The University of Richmond :: Official Athletic Site. Sophomore Nicol Traynor's third-place finish helped lift the Richmond women to the A-10 title. (Richmondspiders.com)
Secretary of State Hillary Clinton? Nov 16, 2008
I guess she felt she possessed more wisdom than James Madison and our other founding fathers. Unfortunately, the great majority of American voters are totally ignorant of the purpose of the electoral college and the incredible history of how this country was founded. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
Spartans top Heels in field hockey Nov 16, 2008
"At the 32:31 mark, Melanie Brill scored her fifth goal of the season, assisted by senior Kate Scholl and sophomore Kiki Norbruis to give UNC a 2-1 lead.MSU answered just over five minutes later on the team's first corner of the half. Geraldine Raynor sent a straight shot into the goal, assisted by Gwen Riley and Michelle Ciliberti.ALSO SATURDAYMORE FIELD HOCKEYWAKE FOREST 7, AMERICAN 1: Hilary Moore and Minou Gimbrere scored two goals each to lead the third-seeded Deacons past visiting American... (News & Observer -- Sports)
The Golden Stool Of Accra, Ghana (First Half) Nov 16, 2008
Such masters included, George Washington, Andrew Jackson, Thomas Jefferson, James Madison, John Quincy Adams. These were some of the founding presidents of the US and guess who is inheriting them now. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Young looks to step up Nov 16, 2008
"Well, the recruiting was up and down. It kind of fizzled out. I was down to two Division I schools, one was Jacksonville and one was James Madison. I really loved it here and I wanted to come here. I wanted to be close to home. I loved the facilities and the coaches. You name it, I wanted to be here. My family and I made somewhat of a sacrifice and took a shot at it. I've really never looked back. I've just been working hard and trying to earn as much playing time as I can since I've been... (UCF Sports -- Rivals.com)
Field Hockey NCAA ACCtion: Saturday, November 15 Nov 16, 2008
Winston-Salem, N.C. The Virginia field hockey team (14-8) held off in-state rival James Madison (18-3) 2-1 Saturday in the first round of the NCAA Tournament. Third-year Traci Ragukas scored what proved to be the game-winner with 0:02 left to play in the first half. (Theacc.com)
No. 23 Wake Forest, James Madison Meet in Second Round of NCAA Tournament Nov 16, 2008
WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. - The No. 23 Wake Forest (13-7-0) women's soccer team looks to advance to the third round of the NCAA Tournament for the first time since 1999 on Sunday when it hosts James Madison (13-6-2) in the second round of the NCAA Tournament ... James Madison advanced to the second round of the tournament by defeating Georgia 1-0 on Friday night ... Corky Julien leads James Madison with 15 goals and 33 points on the season. (Wakeforestsports.com)
Wake Forest Moves to NCAA Quarterfinals with 7-1 Win over American Nov 16, 2008
Wake Forest's quarterfinal opponent, Virginia, topped James Madison 2-1 in the second session on Saturday at Kentner Stadium. The intense match included three green cards and three yellow cards. (Wakeforestsports.com)
Black Bears pound Rams Nov 16, 2008
James Madison 48, William & Mary 24 - At Harrisonburg, Va ... Landers completed 14 of 19 passes for 219 yards and three touchdowns, and rushed for 145 yards and a score on 18 carries for James Madison (9-1, 7-0). (Boston Globe -- Sports)
Boyle, Wildcats ready for UMass Nov 15, 2008
"They've lost to four very tough teams [James Madison, Texas Tech, Richmond, and Maine]. All of our players are very aware of how good UMass is.". Locked in a three-way logjam at the top of the Ivy League with two games remaining, Harvard (7-1, 4-1) heads to Penn (5-3, 4-1) today seeking just its second win at Franklin Field since 1980. (Boston Globe)
College Football Schedule Nov 15, 2008
William & Mary (7-2) at James Madison (8-1), 1:30 p.m.. Winston-Salem (3-6) at N.C. Central (2-7), 1:30 p.m.. (International Herald Tribune -- Technology)
2008 NCAA field hockey tourney schedule, results Nov 15, 2008
Winston-Salem, N.C. Nov. 15 11:30 a.m. -- American (13-7) vs. No. 2 Wake Forest (19-3) 2 p.m. -- James Madison (18-2) vs. Virginia (13-8). Related Topics. (ESPN -- College Sports)
Gully grateful for playing time Nov 15, 2008
An all-district and all-region defensive end at James Madison High School in the Washington, D.C., suburb of Vienna, Va. the 6-foot-4, 250-pound Gully resolved to continue with football after he decided which college he wanted to attend. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Bulldogs fall 1-0 in first round Nov 15, 2008
WINSTON SALEM, N.C. - Georgia had nearly three times as many shots on goal as James Madison in Friday's first round of the NCAA Tournament, but the Lady Bulldogs couldn't make any of those opportunities count. James Madison scored the only goal of the match in the 57th minute when a Georgia defender tried to deflect a pass but accidentally knocked it into her own goal ... That gave James Madison a 1-0 victory and a spot in the second round. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Women's Soccer NCAA ACCtion: Friday, November 14 Nov 15, 2008
The Deacons advance to face James Madison at 1 p.m. on Sunday in the second round of the NCAA Tournament. The Dukes defeated Georgia 1-0 in the other first round game on Friday. (Theacc.com)
Nogueira Earns Player of Year From Top Drawer Soccer Nov 14, 2008
2nd Team GK: Jaimel Johnson, Tennessee D: Jessie Davis, Penn State D: Erin Hardy, UCLA D: Greer Barnes, West Virginia D: Janessa Currier, USC M: Malorie Rutledge, LSU M: Christina DiMartino, UCLA M: Corky Julien, James Madison F: Christen Press, Stanford F: Kelley O'Hara, Stanford F: Sanna Talonen, Florida State F: Sophie Schmidt, Portland. 3rd Team GK: Dianna Pfenninger, Texas D: Abby Lauer, William BR> D: Emily Zurrer, Illinois D: Stephanie Logterman, Texas D: Lauren Hyde, Florida M: Hailey... (Tarheelblue.com)
UNC Opens Title Chase Friday Versus Western Carolina Nov 14, 2008
Georgia (11-10-1) vs. James Madison (12-6-2) Morehead St. (10-8-2) vs. No. 3 Wake Forest (12-7-0) HOST: Wake Forest - Nov. 14. No. 4 Oklahoma St. (17-1-3) vs. Fairfield (15-4-3) Rutgers (12-6-1) vs. Penn St. (16-7-0) HOST: Rutgers - Nov. 14. (Tarheelblue.com)
Rush is on for early signing Nov 14, 2008
Rich Leeper, Carrboro, James Madison. Michael Marshburn, Green Hope, East Carolina. (News & Observer -- Sports)