Wildcats Pull Even In CCHA Quarterfinal Series, 2-1 Mar 16, 2008
Stewart made back-to-back point-blank saves on and at the midpoint of the frame, and not only stopped Gregor Hanson on a two-on-one break, but then gloved a Billy Smith backhanded attempt on the rebound. Michigan State got the tying goal with 1:07 remaining in the second. (Msuspartans.com)
Blain receives CCHA Scholar-Athlete nomination Mar 15, 2008
Nebraska-Omaha Billy Smith, So. Northern Michigan Jordan Pearce, Jr., Notre Dame John Dingle, Sr., Ohio State Dave Krisky, Jr., Western Michigan. (Lssulakers.com)
McLaren excited for full season at helm Mar 8, 2008
Of course, Lou Piniella is a slam dunk, Bobby Mattick, of the Toronto Blue Jays, Pat Gillick, Al Lamachia and Billy Smith. These guys kind of shaped me a little bit and really helped me over the years. (MLB.com -- Seattle Mariners)
Lakers close out regular season with 2-2 tie at NMU Mar 2, 2008
NMU's Matt Siddall cut the lead in half with a power-play goal at 5:33 of the third period, and Wildcat Billy Smith tied it at 7:52. Erik Gustafsson had assists on both NMU goals. (Lssulakers.com)
Santana as savior? With ace in hand, Mets carry expectations Feb 19, 2008
He left it up to Twins General Manager Billy Smith to decide what to do. Santana never specified where he wanted to go. (USA Today -- Sports)
Co-Lin women put away East Central Feb 9, 2008
East Central, coached by Billy Smith, fell to 7-3 in division play and 17-4 overall. Co-Lin travels to Meridian Monday night for another division doubleheader. (Brookhaven Daily Leader, MS)
Oscar to-do list Feb 1, 2008
MOVIE MOJO / Revealing items from an exhibitionistic industry. You, too, can be in the know about Oscar. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Ipswich-Georgetown boys track and field off to flying start Jan 11, 2008
The team is currently led by captains Sam Thomas of Ipswich and Georgetown s Billy Smith. Billy Smith is a versatile athlete who takes to the skies in the high jump, runs in the 300, and anchors the 4x400 relay team ... Billy Smith and Sam Thomas are not the only members of the co-op team who have continued to turn heads. (Ipswich Chronicle, MA)
A Tale Of Three Goalies Jan 10, 2008
ADAMJAY12: "Interesting topic, but the real important fact is: when will either be as good as that Marty [Brodeur] guy in New Jersey? He's the greatest goalie in this area's recent history. I mean after [former Islanders Stanley Cup winner] Billy Smith, of course.". SECTION317: "Rick is 1000X the athlete Lundqvist is. The only one that comes close to Rick is Brodeur. Lundqvist is positionally sound because he NEVER takes chances and never leaves the crease. Rick is insane, but he backs it up... (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NHL)
Irish Drop 2-1 Decision At Northern Michigan Jan 7, 2008
First Period: NMU: Matt Butcher 3 (Blake Cosgrove, Billy Smith), 10:31. Penalties: ND: 0 for 0 minutes; NMU: 2 for 4 minutes. (Und.com)
Albany Tech hoops back in action tonight Jan 5, 2008
Billy Smith is ineligible for the same reason, but Zachary Taylor who Patterson said made a decision along with the school to sit out last semester to improve his grades although he was technically eligible will start in his place. Patterson said the final day of last semester was Dec. 13, and on Dec. 18 against Florida Community College, Taylor scored 18 points. (Albany Herald)
Top Ten Hawkeye stories of 2007 Jan 1, 2008
Billy Smith passed away this summer and Tyler is now starting for the Volunteers basketball program. 6. (Iowa Sports -- Rivals.com)
Troopers keep Richt company on game days Dec 31, 2007
" Herring, a former offensive lineman at Ole Miss, has been doing this for six years. Rushton has been at it for eight. Rushton recommend Herring for the job. "I remind him every day," Rushton said. Every day this week Rushton and Herring have been on vacation. They took time off from their respective posts Herring, a sergeant, is assistant post commander in Athens. Rushton, sergeant first class, is post commander in Cumming to be with the Georgia team this week. Come game day it will be back to... (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Players like new schedule Dec 9, 2007
Billy Smith of the Islanders was credited with the first goal by a goalie when he was the last player on his team to touch the puck before it was put into the Colorado Rockies' open net on Nov. 28, 1979. "My teammates all came off the bench and that was the special part for me," Hextall, the Los Angeles Kings assistant general manager, told NHL.com. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Big rally falls short at home Dec 7, 2007
"We didn't have kids step up and say, Give me the basketball and I'll take care of it for us. Give me the basketball and I'll give us the shot we need.' ''East Central was led by guard Tanesha Brown, who scored 31 points, including a crucial layup after a Northeast turnover with 3 minutes, 36 seconds remaining to give her team a 78-72 lead."We've got some pretty good guards who can make a difference," East Central coach Billy Smith said. "Northeast turned it up on offense and defense early in... (Northeast Mississippi Daily Journal)
Penguins Notebook: Recchi sent to minors in procedural move Dec 7, 2007
Billy Smith of the New York Islanders was the first NHL goaltender credited with scoring. But his goal Nov. 28, 1979, came not from a direct shot but as a result of him being the last Islanders player to touch the puck before it wound up in an empty Colorado net. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Santana negotiations proving arduous Dec 6, 2007
"I don't know if I feel bad for Billy Smith, or if I feel good for Billy Smith," Blue Jays GM J.P. Ricciardi said Wednesday night. "He's in a tough spot.". (MLB.com -- Minnesota Twins)
Breaking down controversial calls in Pats-Ravens Dec 5, 2007
The back judge, Billy Smith, called holding, a five-yard penalty and automatic first down. I would have called illegal contact, but both penalties have the same impact, which is to give the Patriots a first-and-goal at the Baltimore 8. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Pittsburgh 24, Cincinnati 10 Dec 3, 2007
Referee: Bill Carollo, Umpire: Bill Schuster, Line Judge: Gary Arthur, Side Judge: James Coleman, Head Linesman: John Schleyer, Back Judge: Billy Smith, Field Judge: Bill Lovett. Summary. (USA Today -- Sports)
Taking a look at the local sports scene Nov 26, 2007
Pulling the trigger on a Santana trade, of course, would be North Hampton native Billy Smith, who replaced Terry Ryan last season as Twins general manager. Think it's time to give the Bruins another chance. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
'Like a funeral' at Lanier Oct 30, 2007
In Dawsonville, Billy Smith drinks coffee instead of building docks. "We're doing 10 percent of the business we normally do," Smith says. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Icers Down Northern Michigan, 3-2, to Complete Sweep Oct 28, 2007
Skating four-on-four for the final minute of the Abdelkader penalty, got some help from the right pipe on a Billy Smith shot, then again at the 12:16 mark when Smith and Ray Kaunisto had a two-on-one break and Kaunisto sent a rocket netward. The Spartans had no luck solving Janzen on their extended man advantage. (Msuspartans.com)
Twins notes: Morneau frustrated with year Sep 18, 2007
The Official Site of The Minnesota Twins: News: Minnesota Twins News. 09/15/2007 8:15 PM ET Notes: Morneau frustrated with season Silva reports no pain; Buscher getting extra work at third By Kelly Thesier / MLB.com. (MLB.com -- Minnesota Twins)
Connecting past with the present Sep 14, 2007
In 1958 and 1959, the Sycamore football posted undefeated seasons, led by the play of all-state athlete, Billy Smith, who broke the Little Seven conference scoring record. Smith led the state with 23 touchdowns and 146 points in his senior year. (DeKalb Daily Chronicle, IL)
11:41 am MINNEAPOLIS (AP) - Minnesota Twins general manager Terry Ryan has decided to resign, a source within the organization told The Associated Press on Thursday. Sep 14, 2007
Krivsky was never replaced, though director of baseball operations Rob Antony added contracts'' to his title earlier this year and became more involved with assistant general manager Billy Smith in the negotiating with players' agents. Manager Ron Gardenhire signed an extension last fall that takes his contract through 2009. (Watertown Public Opinion, SD)
Tigers Travel To Jonesboro Saturday Sep 8, 2007
The class includes Danton Barto (championship coach of the AFL Memphis Xplorers in 2006), Christy Caswell (the school's all-time assist leader in women's soccer), Paul Haire (Memphis' first-ever conference tournament medalist in men's golf), Brooks Monaghan (the men's soccer program's all-time winningest goalkeeper), Larry Porter (a current assistant coach in football at LSU), Terry Pressgrove (a member of the 1978 National Batting Championship baseball team), and Billy Smith (a member of three... (Gotigersgo.com)
Jimmy Hurley turns hat trick in Sprints Sep 7, 2007
David Shepard, Michael Abney and Billy Smith all wanted top slot. But only one driver could have it. (Park Hills Daily Journal, MO)
M Club Hall of Fame to Add Seven Honorees Next Friday Sep 7, 2007
The M Club Hall of Fame Class of 2007 includes seven honorees, who will be inducted on Friday, Sept. 14th, beginning at 6:30 p.m. The class includes Danton Barto (championship coach of the AFL Memphis Xplorers in 2006), Christy Caswell (the school's all-time assist leader in women's soccer), Paul Haire (Memphis' first-ever conference tournament medalist in men's golf), (the men's soccer program's all-time winningest goalkeeper), Larry Porter (a current assistant coach in football at LSU), Terry... (Gotigersgo.com)
Tigers kick off new era in style Sep 6, 2007
Lincoln will count on the arm and foot of QB/K Robb Post and the bulk of USC-bound lineman Matt Meyer (6-8, 290) to subdue Vintage and new coach Billy Smith. LINCOLN, 28-14. (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
Lady Cats win pitcher's duel, Potosi has break-out game Aug 30, 2007
Singles were hit by Kyle Meadows, Ethan Sitton, Billy Smith, and Robert King. Trevor Kean went 2-2 with three RBIs. (Park Hills Daily Journal, MO)
Things looking up at MACC Aug 29, 2007
Part-time event staff are Mark Miller, Billy Smith and Mary Suma. The following adjunct faculty was approved: Cara Baker, developmental classes at Columbia; Sheryl Bassford, Early childhood, Columbia; Linda Connor, clinicals, Boone Hospital Center; John Gaddy, astronomy, Moberly; Jason Hedderman, philosophy, Columbia; Norman Johnson, computer aided design, Moberly; Andrew Kropf, business law, Columbia; Menzi McHunu, tech physics, Moberly; Brad Reed, information systems, Moberly; Katherine... (Moberly Monitor-Index, MO)
Jackets' Burton a coach in the making Aug 28, 2007
BILLY SMITH II / AJC. Georgia Tech graduate assistant Nathan Burton, shown here keeping it loose during the 2004 season, is the perfect foil for hard-nosed defensive coordinator Jon Tenuta. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Summer heat brings hot action to SFCR Aug 16, 2007
However, it also let Billy Smith and Mike Francis get by for position. As the event unfolded up front, the best racing was going on behind the leaders. (Park Hills Daily Journal, MO)
You never give up, Arlington champs say Aug 13, 2007
The umpire did and a visibly upset Josh Gibbs, who pitched a complete game 5-2 win over Arlington Heights in Wednesday s first round and working in his second inning of relief Saturday, walked Billy Smith, hit Josh Winters with a pitch to load the bases, struck out Tim Scanlon and then walked pinch-hitter Shane Uhle to force home the tying run. Churchill followed with his single to right field, his third hit of the day giving Arlington Heights the win in the three-hour, 25-minute affair. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Bears, 20, Texans 19 Aug 12, 2007
Referee: Walt Anderson, Umpire: Butch Hannah, Line Judge: Byron Boston, Side Judge: Rick Patterson, Head Linesman: Phil McKinnely, Back Judge: Billy Smith, Field Judge: Brown. Summary. (USA Today -- Sports)
Defending champ Arlington gets another shot Aug 11, 2007
After Scott Winters drew his second straight walk, Tim Scanlon, pinch-hitter Billy Smith at the top of the order and Andrew Butkus had singles pulling Arlington Heights within a run. Smith scored the tying run when Kyle Gaedele hit a foul ball caught by second baseman Brandon Jones who was running away from the infield. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Six features result in six different winners Jul 27, 2007
The make-up features were won by Billy Smith (Modified) and Jimmy Bridgeman (POWRi 600 Multi) ... This close racing at the front also allowed Billy Smith a chance to get into the picture as well ... Feature: Mike Francis, Chris Boyd, Billy Smith, Kasey Nations, Jon Paul Reando, Tommy Worley, Sr., Matt Eaton, Brent Thompson, Dylan Sharp, Shannon Blair, Todd McGraw, Kenny Harris, Chris West, Randy Forster, Preston Odom, David Shepard, Michael Abney, Doug DeClue, Chad Heady, and Gerald Stevens. (Park Hills Daily Journal, MO)
Comparing the Force, Falcons Jul 14, 2007
BILLY SMITH II/Staff. Owner Arthur Blank and Force head coach Doug Plank hold up the National Conference Championship trophy in 2005. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Warriors top De Soto in Junior Legion action Jul 6, 2007
Billy Smith had a triple and double among his three hits, and Kyle Nettles ripped a single and triple for the Rockies. Kelleam Nations and Josh Gidden added two hits each, and Tyler Elder chipped in with a single. (Park Hills Daily Journal, MO)
Warrior Golf Classic nets almost $9,000 Jul 5, 2007
Also participating in the second flight were BankPlus of Newton (David Burt of Hickory, Brent McMillan and Tommy Harthcock, both of Newton, and Colby Amis of Decatur), 60; First Financial Bank of Carthage (Billy Mack Stuart, Brad Ogletree, James McLemore and Van Bowman, all of Carthage), 62; Michael Hudson of Morton, Balaji Dheenadayalan of Brandon, Rickey Chaney of Little Rock and Blake Hedrick of Newton, 63; ECCC Coaches (Terry Underwood, Scott Hill, Steve Cheatham and Billy Smith, all of... (Philadelphia Neshoba Democrat, MS)
Legion baseball: Hurler sinks 49ers Jun 29, 2007
hatever we do, when we come to Wasilla we can't seem to win the league game, Fairbanks head coach Billy Smith said after the 49ers' 11-0 win on Wednesday. Smith, a versatile athlete who recently completed his sophomore campaign at Colony High School, allowed only two hits in seven innings of shutout baseball. (Wasilla Frontiersman, AK)
League's overreaction enough to drive you to drink Jun 23, 2007
BILLY Smith tells the story involving St George teammates Graeme Langlands, Johnny Raper and former sportswriter Bill Mordey - each of them legends of their time - like it was yesterday ... Billy Smith has shared the odd sherbet with Williams and other current stars at his local, the Caringbah. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Big nights for Hurley and Montgomery at '410 Summer National' Jun 21, 2007
However, company was coming to them fast as Billy Smith and Matt Eaton decided to join in the dance for the win ... As the event got under way it looked like a repeat performance from Friday as Matt Eaton took charge, eading several laps and handling restart challenges from Billy Smith, Brent Thompson, Jeremy Greenwalt and Mike Francis. (Park Hills Daily Journal, MO)
MABA: Expos win two, Padres win their first Jun 18, 2007
Billy Smith finished with two singles and Trevor Keen and Jordan LaChance chipped in with a single each. Robert King was the clutch performer of the night after allowing a run to score in the top of the seventh inning that handed the Cats a 12-11 lead. (Park Hills Daily Journal, MO)
Red-hot Warriors win sixth of season, Clippers clip Bombers Jun 14, 2007
Offensively for the Rockies, Kyle Nettles finished with a triple, Billy Smith added two singles and Robert King and Franky Vogelpohl chipped in one single apiece. (No comments posted. (Park Hills Daily Journal, MO)
More of this story May 5, 2007
Said he got off ship in the Virgin Islands and found Fort Meade friend Billy Smith on the dock. Seems Billy was serving on a sub and gave Howard a tour of the underwater wonder. (The Fort Meade Leader, FL)
Thrashers stars must shine Apr 16, 2007
"Patrick Roy and his three Conn Smythe Trophies [as playoff MVP]. Billy Smith when I was a kid playing for the Islanders. Mark Messier predicting the big win for the Rangers.". That's just a slice of Messier's playoff lore, when he guaranteed the New York Rangers would win Game 6 of the 1994 Eastern Conference finals and then made sure of it with a hat trick against the Devils. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Searching for a leak Apr 13, 2007
Billy Smith, Sikeston building maintenance supervisor, measures the level of water in the holding tank at the Jaycee Municipal Swimming Pool Wednesday. The city is trying to find the cause of a leak. (Skieston Standard Democrat, MO)
Qualified success stories Apr 11, 2007
The Sabres should make it a short stay for the distant sons of Bryan Trottier and Billy Smith. Lindy Ruff and his Western New Yorkers posted the league's best regular-season record, assembling four lines with precision, speed, and ferocity. (Boston Globe)
Goalies don't like intrusions Apr 6, 2007
"The Islanders' 'Ice Girls' are out there for one reason, and it has nothing to do with cleaning the ice. Billy Smith would've put them in the hospital.". Mike Green, Deer Park. (Newsday -- Sports)
ECCC experiences busy year, many campus improvements Apr 4, 2007
Billy Smith led the women's team and Steve Hampton coached the men's squad. East Central's fast-pitch softball team experienced another winning season in 2006 by capturing a second-straight MACJC Central Division title and a record 41 wins and just six defeats. (Louisville Winston County Journal, MS)
Sports News From Mississippi Junior Colleges Apr 3, 2007
For more information contact ECCC basketball coaches Billy Smith (ext ... For more information contact Coach Billy Smith at ECCC, Phone 601-635-2111 or call toll free, 1-877-462-3222, ext. (GenesPage.com)
Players to watch down stretch Mar 29, 2007
In his first 12 games for Long Island, he had four goals and nine assists, providing the heart and leadership so desperately needed by the lost orphans of Bryan Trottier, Denis Potvin and Billy Smith. Lightning: Johan Holmqvist (G) -- After opting not to bring back John Grahame in net, the Bolts swapped for ex-Blue Jackets netminder Marc Denis on June 30 and tied him up for $8. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Rangers Finally Scale Great Wall Of Uniondale Mar 6, 2007
Billy Smith and Felix Potvin both stopped 55 shots as Islanders. . (CBS New York, NY)
Anna Nicole is Bahamas' top attraction Mar 5, 2007
Billy Smith is hoping for a court hearing soon. And the paternity battle for Smith's five-month-old daughter, Dannielynn, starts again this month, with Smith's ex-boyfriend, Larry Birkhead, and her companion, Howard Stern, expected to be in a Bahamas court on March 16. (The Age, Australia -- Entertainment)
Expert: Isles big trade winners Mar 2, 2007
For a club that has failed to make the postseason in eight of the previous 11 seasons, that may be enough for some fans of the faded Islander dynasty to dust off their old "Drive For Five'' bumper stickers and pull their Battlin' Billy Smith sweaters out of the trunk. But before anyone gets too excited over any of late-season "rentals'' who landed in new cities prior to the deadline, it's important to remember that rent rarely, if ever, leads to equity. . (MSNBC -- Sports)
ANNA NICOLE SMITH: 1967-2007Unlikely icon a mix of glamour and tragedy Feb 10, 2007
February 1992: Files for divorce from Billy Smith. 1992: Debuts on the cover of Playboy in March; featured as the centerfold in May. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Mississippi '06 exports achieve a record high Jan 28, 2007
"Almost all the boats we're building are for export," Trinity Yachts Vice President Billy Smith said. "Most of our customers are Americans who set up Cayman Island corporations for ownership. They can sail under the British flag and it gives them more flexibility in crewing.". (The Clarion-Ledger)
Luther, Wartburg rule sites in Iowa Conference Duals Jan 28, 2007
fall over Billy Smith 16-0; 157 -- Danny Fornoff (Lu) dec. Mark Kapraun 14-6; 165 -- Van Dyke (Lu) dec. Dave Early 5-0; 174 -- Meirick (Lu) dec. Brandon Bauer 9-5; 184 -- Jay Figgins (Lo) pinned Nic Barclay 4:44; 197 -- Bonander (Lu) dec. Ryan Allen 3-1; 285 -- Miller (Lu) pinned Trevor Kaufman 3:29. LUTHER 45, CENTRAL 9. (Waterloo Courier, IO)
Lady Wolves whip E. Central Jan 19, 2007
East Central, coached by Billy Smith, got 13 points from Harris. Netting 11 points was Tanesha Brown. (Brookhaven Daily Leader, MS)
ECCC women start week with 8-2 record Jan 11, 2007
Taylor, a Carthage High School product, also made the tying goal that sent the non-division contest into the extra period, completing a second-half rally for the Lady Warriors who improved to 8-2 under second-year head year coach Billy Smith. East Central was led in scoring by the 50-point performance of sophomores Valerie Harris of Lake and Andrea Dubose, a Newton County High School product, who pumped in 27 and 23 points, respectively. (Philadelphia Neshoba Democrat, MS)
Zebra Hunt: Walt Anderson Jan 7, 2007
Referee: Walt Anderson (66) Line Judge: Gary Arthur (108) Field Judge: Terry Brown (43) Umpire: Butch Hannah (40) Side Judge: Larry Rose (128) Head Linesman: Phil McKinnely (110) Back Judge: Billy Smith (2) Replay Official: Dale Hamer Video Operator: Brian Matoren. Doug Farrar is the Editor-in-Chief of Seahawks. (SeahawksInsider.com)
