Bulldogs Set To Resume SoCon Play At Davidson On Saturday Jan 3, 2009
8 three-point baskets per game and is connecting on 35 ... In its previous three games, Samford has connected on 11 three-point baskets in each matchup. (Samfordsports.com)
Lady Bulldogs Return to Win Column Jan 3, 2009
native had 19 points, including five 3-point baskets and also dished out a career-high 10 assists ... That run was highlighted by three different 3-point baskets from Rack. (GenesPage.com)
Adonara women find voice through others Jan 3, 2009
Eight ladies, wearing tenun sarongs, balancing bamboo baskets on their heads and carrying hoes in hands confidently strolled onto the stage as if supermodels gracing the catwalk. Unlike other fashion shows, the women did not simply model outfits but pretended to work like farmers by turning soil and cutting grass. (Jakarta Post, Indonesia -- City)
Lady Indians Claim Third at Seckman Jan 3, 2009
Late in the game, Pacific's finisher was sophomore Jessi Damico, who scored three baskets in a row by hitting open shots ... She hit two three-point baskets and added five free throws in eight attempts. (Missourian Publishing, MO)
Foundation distributes $6,800 more in grants Jan 3, 2009
- Carey Kell Endowment Fund for Beautification 950 for Hanging Flower Baskets, to Chippewa Falls Main Street; and 218. 77 for the Rose Garden, to the Chippewa Valley Rose Society. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
GCT girls defeat Mountain Home Jan 3, 2009
Back-to-back baskets by Amy Fletcher put Greene County Tech back in the lead, but Rogers hit a pair of charity tosses to put the Lady Bombers back on top at 29-28. ADVERTISEMENT. (Paragould Daily Press, AR)
UCLA Rallies From 17-Point Deficit to Defeat Oregon State, 60-53 Jan 3, 2009
Earl scored all five of her first-half baskets during that stretch. Junior guard added five points in the run, forced two turnovers and made two steals. (Uclabruins.com)
Local retailers buck seasonal sales trends Jan 3, 2009
Owner Dawn McDonald said food baskets filled with comfort foods whether pre-made and assembled by customers themselves were enormously popular. And the stores s bakery seemed to be the source for many family s seasonal treats, including cookie bouquets and dozens and dozens of Christmas cookies. (Menomonie Dunn County News, WI)
Willamette beats Pirates for tournament title Jan 3, 2009
Willamette had 13 assists on 19 baskets. The Wolverines got no points from sharpshooter Aly Bruns, another first-team pick, but didn t need them after the stifling first half, when Marshfield had nine turnovers and shot just 2-for-12 from the floor. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
Bucknell Women's Basketball Cruises Past Buffalo, 75-57 Jan 3, 2009
(Brooklyn, N.Y./Poly Prep Country Day) recorded three baskets for Bucknell, two of which came off missed shots. After (Sandusky, Ohio/Perkins) missed a three-point attempt, Higham grabbed the offensive board and converted the play into a layup, making the score 40-33 at 17:54. (Bucknellbison.com)
Dogs don't expect to be startled by Mizzou Jan 3, 2009
"Their plan is based on turning up the heat, trapping you and stealing the ball. They're forcing 20 turnovers a game and they average 80 points a night, scoring a lot of easy baskets in transition.". Given Georgia's periodic proclivities to be careless with the ball (16. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Around 300 people ring in 2009 at St. Francis Gala Jan 3, 2009
48 carat diamond, a gun and several other gift baskets in the silent auction. The Shakers counted down to the midnight drop of balloons on the dance floor at the Wahpeton Community Center. (Wahpeton Daily News, ND)
(More)Mueller, Tigresses take fifth at St. Bede Jan 3, 2009
The sophomore sharp-shooter opened the third quarter with three straight 3-point baskets, two from the top and one from the wing. Kaitlin Petersen added a baseline pop and Lacy Jensen took a post feed from Daedra Ackerman as the Tigresses stretched their lead to 41-28. (Princeton Bureau County Republican, IL)
A topsy-turvy 2008 tour Jan 3, 2009
The demand for food baskets for Christmas will be greater than the demand for Thanksgiving food baskets at the Little Elm Area Food Bank, Director Virginia Berney said. December. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
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After the game, Boeheim criticized his team for missing opportunities to score easy baskets throughout the night. "We were just trying to hang on at the end, and we were very fortunate to be able to hang on at the end of the game," Boeheim said. (Daily Orange, NY)
Wildcats don't show up to Pac-10 opener Jan 3, 2009
Christopher spent some extra time in the gym this week working on his shotbut three of his second-half baskets were dunks. Christopher also had four rebounds and two steals. (Arizona Sports -- Rivals.com)
Valley's first '09 baby arrives in Porterville Jan 2, 2009
The Porterville community gave the family two baskets of gifts for the baby. Lira thinks his son is "kind of famous," Olivia Orozco said, interpreting for her brother-in-law who is a Spanish speaker. (Fresno Bee)
Illinois looks like the real deal Jan 2, 2009
In overtime, Purdue jumped out quickly with baskets by Hummel and Lewis Jackson, but Illinois scored the next nine points and never trailed again. The Fighting Illini made seven of eight free throws in the final minute to keep the Boilermakers at bay. (Pekin Times, IL)
Kettle campaign ends short of goal Jan 2, 2009
The Salvation Army also provided 420 food baskets for the holidays for the needy. Mount said the numbers show the increased need of area residents for assistance. (Pekin Times, IL)
Give Good this Holiday Season Jan 2, 2009
For example, shop for stylish earrings created from vintage bicycle parts, colorful baskets woven from telephone wire, or living room furniture crafted from reclaimed wood, and reduce the impact on our environment with gifts that make use of materials that might otherwise end up in a landfill. Other gift ideas from the site include unique items such as beautiful scarves and sweaters knitted by Andean women from the hillsides of Peru and gorgeous ceramics created by artisan sculptors from the... (Pekin Times, IL)
Personalize Your Home with Custom Cabinetry Jan 2, 2009
Even laundry baskets can be concealed by cabinetry to create extra space by reducing clutter. If space allows, a customized vanity can accentuate the bath by offering a sophisticated look. (Pekin Times, IL)
Marquette starts Big East play with upset Jan 2, 2009
Chris Gweth scored 12 points, including two key baskets in the final 2 1/2 minutes as Seattle picked up its fourth win this season against Division I teams. The marquee game against LMU - the last Division I team Seattle played at home in 1980 - was played before 4,835 fans at KeyArena. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Danes turn the page on Kansas Jan 2, 2009
"Right now, we're fighting like heck to get as many old-fashioned, two-point baskets as we can.". The Great Danes are also trying to address the inconsistency of sophomore guard Tim Ambrose and junior forward Will Harris. (Albany Times Union)
Hoyas deliver message Jan 2, 2009
The Huskies had six assists on 22 baskets, turned in a poor defensive effort, fell behind 18-3 at the start, and watched Georgetown close out the game with a 12-4 run that began with eight minutes remaining. Calhoun said it felt like a 20-point loss. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Spartans Open Big Ten Play At Minnesota Jan 2, 2009
Michigan State recorded 25 assists on 32 baskets, including 13 assists on 15 second-half baskets ... 4 percent of its baskets (211-of-318). (Msuspartans.com)
Saints Ring in New Year with Fourth Straight Win Jan 2, 2009
The Saints scored 31 baskets on 21 assists and turned the ball over just 10 times. Fairfield had 16 assists and just nine turnovers against Siena's defense which entered the game forcing nearly 19 miscues per game. (Sienasaints.com)
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Alex Thompson scored three buckets and Brackins added a pair of baskets, one on a monster alley-oop dunk off a perfect feed from Petersen, as the Cyclones went on a 10-2 run to take a 53-35 lead with 11:58 left in the game. The Cyclone lead never got lower than 14 points the rest of the way. (Iowa State Sports -- Rivals.com)
Winning coach provides tips for successful rebuilding Jan 2, 2009
During the season, are individuals staying after practice to work on shooting takedowns, or shooting baskets. Watching athletes like Andrew Long and Quin Leith wrestle, G.G. Harris, Cody Pearson and Katie McKim shoot the basketball, or Trevor Conner and Kalab Evans consistently rap out base hits, you could tell hours upon hours of individual work outside of practice had taken place. (Creston News Adertiser, IO)
Quick Glimpse / Picture Window Jan 2, 2009
Virginia Hancock, Amy Wallace, Mary Sowicky, Johnnie Hale, Margaret Browning and Sylvia Smith fill baskets for the homeless with needed items as a holiday community service project for the Jesus Cares Ministry in Athens. Russell Middle School students in Read 180 classes were recognized for their accomplishments during a "Celebration of Success" reception Dec. 9. (Athens Banner-Herald)
OSU women hope for fast Pac-10 start at UCLA Jan 2, 2009
They score on turnovers, and on second-chance baskets ... Sophomore guard Talisa Rhea had three 3-point baskets against Western Oregon and has 95 career 3-point baskets, fifth all-time. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
Crescent Valley girls defeated in Wyoming Jan 2, 2009
They got four easy transition baskets. They game was a lot closer than the score indicated, it was a tough turnaround from Monday night. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
Toreros host Marshall Friday at 7pm Jan 2, 2009
Although Pomare would finish with just 10 points, giving him 1,480 for his career, he came up with the clutch baskets down the stretch. His put-back with 21 seconds left in regulation sent the game to overtime, and his layup with 4 seconds left in overtime sealed the 64-61 victory. (Usdtoreros.com)
The Parenting Place Jan 1, 2009
teacher1 wrote on Dec 29, 2008 7:22 AM:" I too, wish that I had thought to do the toy purge before Christmas. My little guy did quite well even though we made the concsious effort not to go overboard(his b'day is in 2 weeks so we needed to split things up a bit). I kept thinking about purging the toy baskets/bins but just never got around to it before Christmas. So after Christmas it happened, but I had to make sure not purge all the "guys" that came with each truck that Santa brought this year.... (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Illinois looks like the real deal Jan 1, 2009
In overtime, Purdue jumped out quickly with baskets by Hummel and Lewis Jackson, but Illinois scored the next nine points and never trailed again. The Fighting Illini made seven of eight free throws in the final minute to keep the Boilermakers at bay. (Pekin Times, IL)
Kettle campaign ends short of goal Jan 1, 2009
The Salvation Army also provided 420 food baskets for the holidays for the needy. Mount said the numbers show the increased need of area residents for assistance. (Pekin Times, IL)
Enjoy 'Show Stopping' Blooms All Season Long Jan 1, 2009
Would you like bold blossoms of color cascading from hanging baskets, decorating garden beds and sizzling around a trellis ... "Mandevillas are great choices for anyone who wants an easy-to-grow tropical with bold crimson-red blooms for big pots or hanging baskets," says Justin W. Hancock, editor for BHG.com, the Better Homes and Gardens Web site ... No matter where you grow them -- in containers, trailing in hanging baskets, climbing up a trellis or decorating your landscape as a bedding plant,... (Pekin Times, IL)
Easy Tips to Refresh Your Kitchen Decor Jan 1, 2009
Organize treats, food and medicines in decorative canisters or baskets near your pet's feeding area. Use water and food dishes that match your decor and don't forget to place a mat underneath to catch drips from sloppy eaters and protect your floors from stains and wear. (Pekin Times, IL)
Syracuse - Seton Hall Recap Jan 1, 2009
During a six minute stretch, six of the Oranges eight baskets came from downtown, 3 apiece from guards and. Syracuse outscored Seton Hall 23 to 8 as Rautins capped the run with his fifth three-pointer of the half. (CuseJuice.com)
Lafayette to Ring in New Year at Home against Mount St. Mary's Jan 1, 2009
Brown was responsible for the tying baskets that sent the Stony Brook and UMBC games to overtime. At Mount St. Mary's, Brown's ninth three-pointer of the game came in overtime and gave Lafayette a 76-72 win. (Goleopards.com)
Another game, another rout for North Carolina Jan 1, 2009
"The thing that is most pleasing is that early in the game they hit us with a pretty good three or four baskets in a row and our guys maintained their poise and kept playing and never got frustrated at any point," Williams said. "That maturity and that focus we had on the basketball court was really important to us," he said. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
CAMPUS CLICKS: Cheerleader of the year; Slick Rick strikes Jan 1, 2009
After going on a shopping spree with Best Buy gift cards from their Capital One Bowl gift baskets, they still had $3,000 left over. Since Best Buy doesn't sell new offensive lines, the team decided to spend the money on items for the Boys and Girls Club of Athens. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Victory Illinois! Jan 1, 2009
A few empty seats behind the baskets, but full other that that. Purdue triviaformer Purdue player Nate Minnoy is a senior at Lee College now. (Illinois Sports -- Rivals.com)
Buchanan wins crown Jan 1, 2009
Trailing by five, Hein hit the next three baskets, the start of a 10-0 run for the Lady Bucks to retake the lead 17-16 and going into the halftime intermission with a 21-18 lead. "From the time we took the lead things started to happen better on the floor," said Buchanan coach Bill Weaver. (Niles Star, MI)
Grenville Station Gift Baskets and Flowers Launches New Lineup of Flowers and Valentine's Day Gift Baskets for Delivery in Toronto and Across Can Jan 1, 2009
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Be defiant, but do it humbly Jan 1, 2009
During the Civil War they even brought their picnic baskets and the whole family sat down to watch battles. Yeah, they were made of different stuff all right. (Waterloo Courier, IO)
Hovis' clutch three lifts Lady Raiders Jan 1, 2009
Collins scored two key baskets on offensive rebounds after North County (6-4) entered the fourth quarter trailing 51-42. Sophomore Rilea Huff further fueled the comeback with nine of her 14 points occurring down the stretch. (Park Hills Daily Journal, MO)
Lions fight for win over Wildcats Jan 1, 2009
"The offense was running so smoothly in the first half with easy baskets that I didn't need to be a scorer, but then things opened up for me in the second half," said Koble ... A couple of late baskets by John Shurna kept it close in the late moments of the game as he led the team with 16 points. (Penn State Sports -- Rivals.com)
UA Women Roll Past Stetson Jan 1, 2009
While Arkansas defense led to several easy baskets, the Razorbacks also shot well from outside. Arnold, Lyndsay Harris and freshman Julie Inman hit three 3-pointers each as Arkansas hit 10 of 29 from beyond the 3-point arc. (HawgsIllustrated.com)
Titans win consolation championship Jan 1, 2009
Terry Mercer opened the second half with a basket to pull Kewanee to within 20-18, but Dalton Mann scored consecutive baskets, Nate Parker added a three-pointer, and Mann scored again to give the Titans a double-digit lead ... Will Carr scored conecutive baskets inside to finish a 13-1 run ... Mann and Carr would later added baskets inside to push the lead to 37-21. (Keokuk Daily Gate City, IO)
Foundation distributes $6,800 more in grants Jan 1, 2009
- Carey Kell Endowment Fund for Beautification 950 for Hanging Flower Baskets, to Chippewa Falls Main Street; and 218. 77 for the Rose Garden, to the Chippewa Valley Rose Society. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Adoptive parents visit Guatemala to give back Jan 1, 2009
" Downie, of Roanoke, Va., is one of some 25 volunteers from across the United States who spent one week last month in Panajachel, Guatemala, "honoring" their adopted children by working with Mayan Families, a small nonprofit organization serving indigenous populations in the Lake Atitlan region in the highlands of Guatemala. What started as a simple service trip for a handful of women who had bonded as they all went through the Guatemalan adoption process at the same time has snowballed into... (Christian Science Monitor)
Local retailers buck seasonal sales trends Jan 1, 2009
Owner Dawn McDonald said food baskets filled with comfort foods whether pre-made and assembled by customers themselves were enormously popular. And the stores s bakery seemed to be the source for many family s seasonal treats, including cookie bouquets and dozens and dozens of Christmas cookies. (Menomonie Dunn County News, WI)
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The teams swapped baskets until three consecutive Baylor 3-pointers put Baylor up 28-18 with 10:16 left in the first half. From there, Baylor went on a 10-3 run to go ahead 38-19 with 7:38 left. (Baylor Sports -- Rivals.com)
2008 - Sports Year in Review - 2008 Jan 1, 2009
The Nike run was highlighted by a pair of three-point baskets by Notre Dame's Jacob Giertz, and IMS' inability to respond with a three of their own. IMS trailed 33-27 headed into the fourth quarter and were unable to get closer, as shot after shot for IMS continued to rattle off the rim. (Kalona News, IA)
More of this story Jan 1, 2009
Both squads traded baskets, and the turnovers by both teams settled down, not playing as sloppy. It was the final quarter when the Lady Bruins finally got something going. (Bartlesville Examiner-Enterprise, OK)
Pirates wrap up VCA tourney on winning note Jan 1, 2009
Chinese Christian, after making six of its first nine shots, made 11 baskets the rest of the way. Santa Ynez also capitalized on its considerable height advantage as the game progressed, primarily by getting the ball to Henno inside. (Santa Maria Times)
Ukraine students seek to save their White House Jan 1, 2009
Roses, Tulips, Candy, Food baskets Toys, Kiev Odessa Lugansk. Local rates to your loved ones. (Yahoo News -- Politics)
Warriors overwhelm Pups Jan 1, 2009
After trading baskets, McClymonds went on a 10-0 run of its own to push the lead to 72-34 before Hanford was able to score the last six points of the game. Even though McClymonds is Division I and Hanford is now Division II, Williams said Hanford will be able to use the game to get better. (Hanford Sentinal, CA)
Hawkeyes lose a close one at Ohio State Jan 1, 2009
The teams then started trading baskets. Down 61-58, Iowa picked up baskets by Jeff Peterson on a drive and Gatens on a dunk off an assist from Cyrus Tate to retake the lead. (Iowa Sports -- Rivals.com)
New Year's resolution: Get organized Jan 1, 2009
Place decorative baskets on some of the shelves to hold - and hide - small items that you want to keep out of sight ... Fix shoe racks or baskets to the inside of closet doors; screw hooks to the back of bedroom doors for hanging robes, hooded sweatshirts and purses. (AZCentral -- Home)
Tigresses take fifth place at St. Bede Jan 1, 2009
Sophomore guard Britney Mueller opened the third quarter with three straight three-point baskets as the Tigresses stretched their lead to 41-28. Mueller finished with a game-high 20 points, including five treys. (Princeton Bureau County Republican, IL)
Cal Defeats St. Mary's 85-44 Jan 1, 2009
She scored consecutive baskets to cap a 16-4 Cal run midway through the first half for a 29-18 advantage, helping the Bears to a 37-26 lead at the break. The teams combined for 25 first-half turnovers. (Calbears.com)
Organizing that Christmas clutter Jan 1, 2009
There are coat racks, spice racks, shoe racks and baskets. These options are relatively inexpensive, usually costing between $2. (Racine Journal Times, WI)
Smith's 31 Powers State Past Towson, 88-68 Jan 1, 2009
Smith dominated the low post in large part because of the Tigers' zone defense that often left him alone in the paint for easy baskets ... The teams traded baskets for the next 10 minutes or so, but eventually the home team found another rally, scoring the final eight points of the first half to take a 46-41 lead to the locker room. (StateFans.com)
Boston law firm forgoes gifts to clients, donates $10,000 Dec 31, 2008
"It just didn't seem right to send gifts to clients when the economy was so bad," said Ounanian, the firm's administrator, who usually supervises the purchase of fruit baskets, candies, and cookies for clients and others who helped make the firm's year successful. This year, instead, the management committee of the firm decided to make a donation to a charity. (Boston Globe)