Tom Penders to be Inducted into Hall of Fame Jun 28, 2008
JACKIE ROBINSON PROFESSIONAL WING 2005 - Julius Boros (Fairfield), Kristine Lilly (Wilton), Calvin Murphy (Norwalk), Steve Young (Greenwich) 2006 - Bobby Valentine (Stamford), Mo Vaughn (Norwalk) 2007 - Mike Gminski (Monroe), Charles Nagy (Fairfield). JAMES O'ROURKE AMATEUR WING 2005 - Dorothy Hamill (Riverside), Bruce Jenner (Newtown), Bill Toomey (New Canaan) 2006 - Joan Joyce (Stratford), Walter Luckett (Bridgeport) 2007 - Jerry Courville, Sr. (Norwalk), Donna Lopiano (Stamford). (Uhcougars.com)
Rumors swirl around Hawks' Smith Jun 24, 2008
For every Hawks fan that complains about his turnovers and 3 point shooting, I would submit that the guy is 1) only 22, 2) self motivated to get better (Bilas, training with Hakeem, Calvin Murphy), and 3) probably the most recognizable player on the roster (sure JJ is the best, but Smith has received more pub). This could be an on-court and off court disaster if this team goes the cheap route and/or doesn t get a name in return. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
BLOG: NOLES REPORT May 30, 2008
2008 (1st Team) vs. 1971 (2nd Team) Kevin Durant vs. Pete Maravich Al Thornton vs. Calvin Murphy Jeff Green vs. Geoff Petrie Luis Scola vs. Dave Cowens Al Horford vs. Bob Lanier. No contest. (Tampa Bay Online, FL -- Sports)
Final EA SPORTS National POY Tracker Apr 11, 2008
Football Recruit Search. Basketball Recruit Search. (San Diego State Sports -- Rivals.com)
Kevin ArmstrongINSIDE HIGH SCHOOL Apr 11, 2008
On the court, Calvin Murphy played for the Stamford All-State Extinguishers and Dean "The Dream" Memminger for the Bronx Stars. Charging $1 for children and $2 for adults, organizers almost had to lock the doors. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NCAA Basketball)
Review picks for Rockets' all-time five Feb 25, 2008
Calvin Murphy: One of the best shooting little men in the history of the game as evidenced by his selection to the Hall of Fame. Hakeem Olajuwon: One of the top five centers of all time, throw in Kareem (Abdul-Jabbar), Bill Russell, Wilt Chamberlain and Moses Malone. (USA Today -- Sports)
Local briefs Dec 7, 2007
NORWALK - The Norwalk High School marching band will hold a can and bottle drive from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. tomorrow at Andrews Field, 23 Calvin Murphy Drive. For more information visit www. (Stamford Advocate)
Gonzaga isn't tripped up by Connecticut Dec 2, 2007
"Even to take the basketball away, this was an awesome, awesome experience for our program. Hall of Famers like Marques Haynes and Wayne Embry milling around in the lobby. Calvin Murphy. We've never been to New England before. This is an awesome city with so much character and to be able to get the team around and show them Fenway and Boston Garden. Obviously, when you top it off with a great win, this is a big-time trip to get our guys here.". Joe Sullivan can be reached at. (Boston Globe)
Variety Show Dec 1, 2007
"I worked out with Calvin Murphy and Hakeem Olajuwon this summer, so I got great advice from them and they taught me different things they did to get by in this game,'' Smith said. "I may be 21, but I've been around. I'm not saying I know everything. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NBA)
BC will be wary of Providence's McDermott Nov 30, 2007
A handful of greats will be at the Garden tomorrow, including Walt Bellamy, Wayne Embry, Marcus Haynes, Bailey Howell, Meadowlark Lemon, Calvin Murphy, C.M. Newton, and Adolph Schayes. Hall of Fame president John Doleva stressed the importance of young fans seeing those faces. (Boston Globe)
Bass Pro Shops celebrates its 46th store opening Oct 31, 2007
Celebrities in attendance included former NASCAR driver Terry Labonte, former Astro and current coach Jose Cruz Sr., former guard for the Houston Rockets and member of the Basketball Hall of Fame Calvin Murphy. Houston Texans center and radio host Steve McKinney, and former NFL running back and 1977 Heisman Trophy Winner Earl Campbell were also in attendance. (Pearland Journal, TX)
2007 SWAC ShootAround Sep 19, 2007
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This Date In Buckeye History Sep 15, 2007
Calvin Murphy cut the lead to four in the third quarter with a one-yard touchdown score. In the fourth quarter, Schlichter connected with Chuck Hunter on a 29-yard pass and later scrambled for a 32-yard touchdown the give the Buckeyes the lead. (Bucknuts.com)
Hawks getting head start on building team Sep 6, 2007
" Coaches aren't allowed to coach during pick-up games or five-on-five drills, per NBA rules. But they can assist with individual work. What's being cultivated here, according to fourth-year forward Josh Smith, is something much bigger than any one player can handle on his own. "With the challenge ahead of us I think it was a must that we joined together as a team to create a brotherhood amongst each other and develop a bond as fast we can," said Smith, who spent most of his summer working out... (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
McHale: Late Griffin could not avoid demons Aug 24, 2007
He moved to Houston after the Timberwolves cut him and began working out in June with Hall of Famer Calvin Murphy, a former Houston Rocket. Murphy runs private basketball classes for about two dozen players of various skill levels and ages, from prepsters to professionals. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NBA)
Texas Southern fires coach; ex-Rocket Murphy in? Jul 20, 2007
HOUSTON -- Texas Southern University fired coach Ronnie Courtney on Thursday, and former Rockets star Calvin Murphy is interested in the job, according to a television report. "We just believe in moving in a different direction," athletic director Alois Blackwell told Houston television station KRIV. "New leadership might be a better thing for us.". (ESPN -- College Basketball)
Smith waits for new deal Jul 16, 2007
And if Smith continues to progress the way he has over his first three NBA seasons his workouts this summer include one-on-one sessions with Hakeem Olajuwon and Hall of Famer Calvin Murphy the cost of re-signing him could rise considerably. Hawks general manager Billy Knight said the organization is committed to both players and is having ongoing conversations with representatives for both Smith and Childress. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Draft decisions praised Jul 16, 2007
He goes out and works out with Olajuwon and Calvin Murphy. You want to reward him by saying, let s see how you do in training camp and if you re a good little boy, we ll think about giving you a few bucks. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
’84 set standard for the NBA draft Jun 28, 2007
18 and 19 at the time, both sprinted into the Hall of Fame: Calvin Murphy and Nate Archibald. Randy Smith was the 205th pick, then became a high-scoring and durable guard. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
What happened? Apr 22, 2007
"You may never find another Calvin Murphy in Connecticut, and that's a little disappointing. Unless the demographics change, this is here to stay.". Education and economic reform are factors. (New Haven Register, CT)
Niagara downs Florida A & M Mar 14, 2007
All hail, Calvin Murphy. "Every team is trying to make history," Niagara coach Joe Mihalich said. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Boys' playoff: Defensive effort produces an easy victory Feb 25, 2007
"This ages me, but [Colleen Kiss] looked like Pete Maravich or Calvin Murphy out there at the beginning of the game. Basically, she just hit everything.". Norwin, meanwhile, was not just having trouble shooting the ball, but wasn't getting any decent looks at the basket as Oakland Catholic's pressure forced nine turnovers in the first six minutes. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Thompson Is New Comets Coach Feb 14, 2007
There's no confirmation yet if Calvin Murphy and Cynthia Cooper will have a role in the newly structured organization. Copyright 2007 by. (Click2Houston, TX)
Something's missing Feb 11, 2007
And just as the Rockets seemed to be turning the corner with Elvin Hayes, Calvin Murphy and Rudy Tomjanovich, owner Bob Brietbard sold them to a group from Houston in 1971. Home-field disadvantage. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
ARMSTRONG: NYC's 5-foot-7 dynamo Jan 9, 2007
"He's our 5-foot-7 Calvin Murphy," said Christ the Kingcoach Bob Oliva of Walker, who has committed to Florida. "He can shoot, create, hit big shots and work within the offense. He's so good off the dribble. When down there is no one I want more with the ball. And I've had some good ones.". (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
