Colts give Chargers the bootVinatieri field goal as time expires lifts Indianapolis to 23-20 victory, dropping Bolts to 4-7 Nov 24, 2008
Hire a coach who is a proven loser, and fire one that was a proven winner ... We've gone from tough & gritty winners to soft, uninspired losers. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
Compare: Media players Nov 24, 2008
The Sydney Morning Herald: national, world, business, entertainment, sport and technology news from Australia's leading newspaper. Advertiser-supported feature. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Technology)
Official announcements to come Monday Nov 24, 2008
He dropped out after the early contests, though, and soon threw his support behind the eventual winner. The officials spoke only on condition of anonymity because they were not authorized to publicly discuss the anticipated appointments. (USA Today -- Money)
Stocks soar on news Obama plans to tap Geithner at Treasury Nov 23, 2008
He dropped out after the early contests, though, and soon threw his support behind the eventual winner ... The winner: Sidwell Friends School, a private institution that another White House child, Chelsea Clinton, attended in the 1990s. (Globe and Mail -- International)
Harry R. Woodward Jr. Nov 23, 2008
Permanent opening dates were given for all hunting seasons, year-round fishing was established, and Colorado became a three-time winner of the North American Safety Program. Harry became active in national and international affairs and appeared before Congress in consulting situations. (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
Obama Treasury choice revealedPresident-elect also makes Justice Department pick Nov 23, 2008
He dropped out after the early contests, though, and soon threw his support behind the eventual winner. It was not clear when Obama intended to make a formal announcement of any of his picks. (Casa Grande Valley Newspapers, AZ)
Cruising, crashing through first McNenny Cyclo-cross Nov 23, 2008
Had there been a par for this bike course, race winner Chad Carpenter would have made a double eagle ... Rick Cordes was the men's novice winner, and Marni Whalen won the women's novice event. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Team Obama Takes Shape Nov 22, 2008
He dropped out after the early contests, though, and soon threw his support behind the eventual winner. Attorney General: Eric Holder. (CBS News)
GOP HOPE: Ten Republicans To Watch... Nov 22, 2008
Sarah the Conservative was the the only reason it was as close as it was,I wasn't voting before she came,but the stench at the top of the ticket was just to high for some of us to jump,and 20% voted for the other guy just so they could say they backed a winner. But Barry does have a Mandate,for the simple fact he has no opposition,you gotta remember after Florida 2000 and then Jim Jeffords came out of the closet,Bush was still putting his cabinet together in September 2001. (The Drudge Report)
Top-Ranked Irish Set For NCAA Third-Round Game Against #22/24 Minnesota Nov 22, 2008
The Irish dominated the run of play, outshooting the Spartans, 29-3, but it took a goal from sophomore midfielder -- her third of the weekend (and second gamewinner) -- off a feed at 72:03 to produce the win ... A Quick Look At The Fighting Irish Notre Dame rolls out one of its deepest teams in years, with 19 monogram winners (including nine starters) back from last season's squad that went 19-5-2 (11-0-0 in the BIG EAST) and advanced to the NCAA College Cup semifinals for the ninth time in the... (Und.com)
Report: Clinton close to State nod Nov 22, 2008
He dropped out after the early contests, though, and soon threw his support behind the eventual winner. The Clinton saga was proving to be one of the longest-running and more public of the secrecy-shrouded search for an Obama Cabinet. (USA Today)
Unending Dam Notion Nov 21, 2008
The race to replace him was so tight that elections officials aren t sure yet whether the winner is Republican state Sen. Tom McClintock, who vows to keep pushing for a dam, or Democrat and Air Force veteran Charlie Brown, who opposes it. (Sioux Falls Tri-State Neighbor, SD)
Braves still shopping for a Big Dog Nov 21, 2008
Still, veteran scribe Dan Graziano of the Newark Star-Ledger has heard the Blue Jays might explore the market for 2003 Cy Young Award winner ... As ham-fisted as this thing has been handled from San Diego s end, the fact remains, they almost have to trade the 2007 Cy Young Award winner now, given the state of their payroll-purging franchise and GM Kevin Towers statement two weeks ago about how the train had left the station, in regards to the possibility of the Padres keeping Peavy, etc. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
STATE VOLLEYBALL: Defending champions sweep Cavaliers Nov 21, 2008
More will play Winner in the first consolation round semifinal today at 10 a.m. Sioux Falls Christian will meet Wagner in the first championship round semifinal at 6 p.m.. Rapid Reply. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Spanos: It's ridiculous to think Turner won't be back in 2009GM A.J. Smith also gives Bolts coach a thumbs-up Nov 20, 2008
" freedomlover November 19, 2008 at 1:02 p.m. 0 of 0 people found this comment useful. Its seem clearly Turner isn't a good coach at least for the Chargers who need someone to who motivate them like Cowher. Turner who managed to turn a good team like the Chargers into a medicore team. longsufferinfan November 19, 2008 at 1:03 p.m. 0 of 0 people found this comment useful. Isn't it interesting, that the HC who led us to 14-2 was firedASAP after the playoff loss but the moron that boasts acurrent... (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
Offense needs more plays: Nov 19, 2008
If you can't win in the playoffs you ain't a winner. boltgeek. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
Red Sox 2B Dustin Pedroia wins AL MVP Nov 19, 2008
Morneau, the 2006 AL MVP winner, hit ... Texas slugger Josh Hamilton, who made a remarkable recovery from drug addiction to resume his career, was seventh and followed by last year's winner, Yankees star Alex Rodriguez. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Belo 'shot at' during Urban Music Awards Nov 18, 2008
The Big Brother 8 winner told the Daily Star that he 'dodged a bullet' during the brawl, which led to the event being abandoned. A 27-year-old man is in a critical condition in hospital after allegedly being at the ceremony. (Digital Spy)
Bolts' latest last-minute lossSEAN M. HAFFEY / Union-TribuneLaDainian Tomlinson (21) leaves Pittsburgh's Heinz Field Sunday with Nick Hardwick (61) and Stephen Cooper. The Chargers took an early 7-0 lead, but the Steelers used a costly safety and three field goals – the last with 11 second left – to beat the Bolts 11-10, dropping them 4-6.Frustrated Chargers welcome home-sweet-homestand Nov 18, 2008
Say what you wish about Marty but he is a winner, just look at his record. He went 14-2 in '06 while butting heads with AJ the whole time & he did things his way so AJ got rid of him & hired a yes man (Norv) since then AJ gets his way all the time & the Chargers have been 15-11, sure wish Marty could have fired AJ huh. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
This Week in Pac-10 Women's Basketball Nov 18, 2008
The winner of the 10-team tournament receives the league's automatic bid to the NCAA Division I Women's Basketball Championship. The tournament seeds and Conference regular season Champion are determined by the 18-game regular-season Pac-10 schedule. (Pac-10.org)
Review: redesigned MacBook a winner Nov 18, 2008
Apple's redesigned 15-inch MacBook Pro boasts many improvements. New aluminum unibody construction looks good and feels solid. (CNN -- Tech)
#1 Irish Down Michigan State 1-0 In A NCAA Second Round Thriller At Alumni Field Nov 18, 2008
1 Irish Down Michigan State 1-0 In A NCAA Second Round Thriller At Alumni Field :: Rose Augustin netted the game winner at 72:03 ... Rose Augustin netted the game winner at 72:03 ... Hanks then helped to create Augustin's game winner, threading a through ball to just outside the top of the box that Augustin was able to run onto and slot into the far corner. (Und.com)
Albert Pujols: 2008 NL Most Valuable Player Nov 18, 2008
Even the Baseball Writers Association of America couldnt screw up the voting for the 2008 National League Most Valuable Player, with the St. Louis Cardinals Albert Pujols the official winner over the Philadelphia Phillies Ryan Howard ... Fortunately, the baseball writers didnt botch up the voting again, and made Pujols the winner of the 2008 National League Most Valuable Player Award over Howard in a race that was closer than it should have been ... The lowest batting average in history... (St. Louis, TheInsiders.com)
Former 'Bachelor' winner arrested for unruliness Nov 18, 2008
DEL RIO, Texas - A former NFL cheerleader and winner of "The Bachelor" is out of jail after being arrested in a southwest border-town bar for unruly behavior. (437). (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Armstrong fears for his safety at Tour de France Nov 18, 2008
The seven-time Tour de France winner plans to meet with Tour officials before deciding to compete in the 2009 race. The Gazzetta dello Sport reported Sunday, Nov. 16, 2008, that Johan Bruyneel, Armstrong's team director at Astana, said the pair had asked for a meeting. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Pujols wins NL MVP award, Howard finishes second Nov 18, 2008
Pujols won despite the Cardinals finishing in fourth place, the lowest spot for an NL MVP winner since Andre Dawson and Chicago Cubs wound up sixth in 1987 ... The All-Star first baseman became the 25th multiple MVP winner in either league. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
President-elect's staff combines D.C. with Chicago Nov 17, 2008
The transition from one president to the next involves much more than declaring a winner on election day. See key departments that will have leadership changes after a new president is elected. (MSNBC -- Politics)
Bolts' latest last-minute loss Nov 17, 2008
" You don't need to give rah-rah fired-up speeches in the NFL. The players know when they have winning talent, winning schemes, and winning play calling. That's what motivates players to play hard...the chance to win the championship. The Chargers have enough talent. Their defensive scheme is looking much better...they need to adjust their offensive scheme to mix up the play calling more and make life easier for PR. I'm amazed at how quickly some "fans" forget that we were in the AFC... (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
LETTERS: NCT, Nov. 16, 2008 Nov 17, 2008
The majority is not always the winner. The majority can be wrong. (North County Times)
Irish women advance in soccer tournament Nov 17, 2008
Top-seeded Notre Dame (22-0-0) will play Minnesota (22-3-0), a 2-0 winner over South Dakota State, in the third round ... Seven-time Tour de France winner Lance Armstrong plans to meet with tour officials before deciding to compete in the 2009 race ... Curlin is North America s all-time leading money winner with earnings of more than $10 million. (Yahoo News -- Auto Racing)
BCS standings stagnant Nov 17, 2008
Florida and Alabama will play for the Southeastern Conference title on Dec. 6, and if they can avoid losing before they get there, the game will probably amount to a national semifinal with the winner advancing to play for the national championship. Southern California, also a big winner Saturday, is still stuck behind the top five and in need of at least a couple upsets to reach the national championship game ... "Obama said he will use his influence to create such a system."If you've got a... (Rapid City Journal, SD)
High school schedule through Nov. 22 Nov 16, 2008
GIRLS VOLLEYBALL SD Section Championships Division I Fallbrook (20-13) at (1) La Costa Canyon (30-1), 5 Rancho Buena Vista (23-10) at (4) Poway (18-12), 5 San Pasqual (12-15) at (3) Carlsbad (25-8), 5 Grossmont (20-12) at (2) Torrey Pines (19-8), 5 Division V Vincent Memorial (10-4)-Calvin Christian (5-19) winner at (1) Tri-City Christian (17-14), 5 Maranatha Christian (12-9) at (4) St. Joseph (13-4), 5 Lutheran (13-6) at (3) San Diego Jewish (8-8), 7:30 Vista Calvary Christian (12-9) at (2)... (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
Lesnar Downs Couture In UFC 91 Nov 16, 2008
Lesnar, who entered the fight with a 2-1 record, as opposed to the veteran Couture's 16-8 mark, was declared the winner by TKO at 3:07 in Round 2 of the five-round heavyweight title bout. Couture, who was returning to the octagon after a more than a year layoff during a contract dispute with the UFC, entered the cage to Aerosmith's "Back in the Saddle." For a while, the champ looked like he was back in championship form. (Click2Houston, TX)
A banged up Big Ben is set to face Chargers Nov 15, 2008
" and taught them how to be winners. I miss lorenzo neal, the baddest fullback in the game, clearing holes for #21. I miss Wade phillips attacking defense that was so bad it almost deserved a nickname. I miss Shawne Merriman. I miss Donnie Edwards and the play making ability he brought to the table, I miss the reliable Randall Gogfrey. I miss the way Luis Castillo and Igor Olshansky used to play. I miss our once dominant running game. My point being everyone, these are not the same chargers, for... (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
Pads may go to AL for deal on Peavy Nov 15, 2008
Cy Young winner, in his prime, below market contract in uncertain economic times, gutsy ... He deserves to be on a winner and Arte Moreno isn't satisfied with just contending. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
Dell Rapids blows past Winner Nov 15, 2008
VERMILLION Tate Bunkers scored three touchdowns and rushed for 101 yards to lead Dell Rapids through its final minefield in a 34-6 win over Winner for the Class 11A state football championship on Friday ... The Dell Rapids road to its first state football title included playoff victories over No. 1 rated West Central, No. 3 Winner and No. 5 (tied) Harrisburg and Sisseton ... Braden Gardner rushed 23 times for 154 yards and had the lone touchdown for Winner. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Eagles back in familiar territory Nov 15, 2008
Chadron State s new super-region includes No. 1 Grand Valley State, with No. 7 Minnesota-Duluth waiting to host the winner of Saturday s game. We don t know anything about the Great Lakes teams, O Boyle said. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Winner looking to represent West River well Nov 14, 2008
Winner is set to battle Dell Rapids in the Class 11A state championship game in the DakotaDome tonight at 6:30 MST. This is Winner s 10th trip to the Dakota Dome, but its first appearance since 1998 ... The community here is really energized, said Winner head coach Dan Aaker ... Plus, with the tradition Winner football has had in the past, there are always high expectations. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Indians lefty Cliff Lee wins AL Cy Young Award Nov 14, 2008
An 18-game winner in 2005, Lee was hurt in spring training last year and struggled so badly he was sent to the minors ... Halladay, the 2003 winner, topped those two categories with 246 innings and nine complete games ... Lee was named the American League Cy Young award winner Thursday Nov. 13, 2008. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Castroneves asks judge to postpone March trial Nov 14, 2008
Castroneves, a two-time Indianapolis 500 winner who also won the 2007 TV "Dancing with the Stars" competition, is charged with conspiracy and tax evasion. He's accused of dodging U.S. taxes on about $5. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
State Football Finals Set Nov 13, 2008
The schedule for the finals is: Thursday - Hanson vs. Hitchcock-Tulare (9B) 11 a.m., Gettysburg vs. Avon (9A) 2:30 p.m., and Ipswich vs. Marion-Hurley (9AA) 7:30 p.m. Friday: Tri-Valley vs. Groton Area (11B) 2:30 p.m., and Winner vs. Dell rapids (11A) 7:30 p.m. Saturday: Sioux Falls Washington vs. Sioux Falls Lincoln (11AA) 7:30 p.m.. Marshall County Journal 2008. (Marshall County Journal, SD)
A man of many different hats Nov 13, 2008
Winners at the local level are chosen, culled to a final group of selectees and a single national honoree is chosen ... Unaware that Justin Boot Company selected a national winner, Thompson was very much surprised to learn a few weeks ago that he had been selected as the national award winner, and that he and his wife, Daryla, would be flown to Las Vegas and feted at the National Finals Rodeo. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Maddon, Piniella win Manager of Year awards Nov 13, 2008
Maddon, who succeeded Piniella as Tampa Bay manager in 2006, was a runaway winner in balloting by the Baseball Writers' Association of America ... There has never been a unanimous winner for Manager of the Year ... Previous winners from the Cubs were Jim Frey (1984) and Don Zimmer (1989). (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Revote ordered in part of state House district Nov 13, 2008
Stough said he believed the special election would result in a clear winner, though there seemed to be legal questions about whether the revote should be for the entire district or just one precinct. "Personally, I've looked at it from many different directions and I can't see a definite advantage to one decision over the other," Stough said. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Jackets advance to DAC title game Nov 13, 2008
Saturday s winner earns a berth in the NAIA National Tournament in Sioux City, Iowa, beginning Dec. 2. BHSU improved to 23-6 overall, marking the program s most wins in head coach Jhett Albers tenure at BHSU.. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Democrat takes lead in Alaska Senate race Nov 13, 2008
In the House race, The Associated Press declared Young the winner with 50 percent of the vote compared with Democrat Ethan Berkowitz's 45 percent. Berkowitz campaign spokesman David Shurtleff said the Democrat was not ready to concede, although he acknowledged dim prospects. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Chesney snags 4th entertainer of the year award Nov 13, 2008
Chesney wasn't the night's only big winner. George Straight won single and album of the year, making him the act with the most awards in the history of the Country Music Association Awards, with 22 total. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
FB Outsiders: Week 10 Quick Reads Nov 12, 2008
Delhomme joins the ranks of dismal winners ... The Bears won 19-17, thanks to an interception return, a punt return, a field goal and a safety, which would sound familiar if it weren't for the fact that this safety was the game-winner and came in overtime ... Anyone who ever says his quarterback is "just a winner" should be forced to have the Grossman from this game play quarterback for his team for eternity. (ESPN -- Football News)
Braves losing patience in Peavy watch Nov 12, 2008
He hasn t cracked the Braves lineup, but he s good enough to be the centerpiece of a trade for the 27-year-old 2007 Cy Young Award winner ... It should take a top prospect to get a CY winner ... Best case scenario, they are 15 game winners. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Man who avoided state drug trial gets federal time Nov 12, 2008
Frances Spotted War Bonnet, 20, St. Francis, pleaded guilty to distribution of a controlled substance, admitting that she distributed marijuana on April 29 in Winner ... Federal court documents show he is accused of failing to return from work release to Winner City Jail, where he was incarcerated for interstate transportation of a stolen vehicle. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Cavaliers are heading back to the state tournament Nov 12, 2008
The Bison fought back, drawing within a single point at 24-23, the seemingly inevitable final curtain fell when Alexa White blasted the final winner up the line. It s a great feeling, said White, who slammed home 14 kills on the night. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
AREA SCENE: Two South Dakota athletes recognized Nov 12, 2008
Two of South Dakota s most outstanding seniors received distinguished recognition as state winners of the 2008 Wendy s High School Heisman Award ... Auch and Lamb were chosen from nearly 34,000 applicants nationwide, surviving rounds that narrowed contenders to 8,950 school winners, and then to South Dakota s respected group of two state finalists ... The Wendy s High School Heisman is truly a distinguished award that showcases higher achievement in academics, athletics and community... (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Giants ace Tim Lincecum wins NL Cy Young Award Nov 12, 2008
NEW YORK - Tim Lincecum was a big winner on a woeful team, which fit him perfectly ... In fact, Steve Carlton was the lone Cy Young winner to pitch for a team that was worse ... The other first-place vote went to Milwaukee lefty CC Sabathia, last year's AL winner who was traded by Cleveland into the National League on July 7. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
CHL NOTES: RiverKings tearing up the ice Nov 12, 2008
Nelson s latest in Saturday s 3-1 win over Rapid City was his 19th game winner for Colorado, which is second on the all-time list for the team. 52 The number of goals that Rob Voltera has scored in his career with the Rio Grande Valley Killer Bees. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Dating: Worship together? Nov 11, 2008
Welcome to AccessAtlanta. In the 12 years since her parents allowed her first date, Blanca has dated, and dated, and dated. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Volleyball: Sturgis gives Central fits, but falls in three sets Nov 11, 2008
The winner will earn an automatic berth in next week's Class AA State Tournament in Rapid City. Meanwhile, Sturgis (7-18) will host Douglas tonight with the winner advancing to a Regional playoff game on Friday along with the loser of the Central/Stevens match. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Jets bring back cornerback Ty Law Nov 11, 2008
Law jumps back into one of the league's biggest rivalries as the Jets play at New England on Thursday night, with the winner taking sole possession of first place in the AFC East. "This is going to be different playing Thursday night against the Patriots, matching up against my former team and the players I'm used to practicing against," Law told the NFL Network. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Longoria is AL Rookie of Year, Soto wins NL award Nov 11, 2008
The power-hitting third baseman received all 28 first-place votes, making him the league's first unanimous rookie winner since Nomar Garciaparra in 1997 ... The previous winner from the Cubs was pitcher Kerry Wood 10 years ago. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
March trial date in Miami for Castroneves tax case Nov 11, 2008
Castroneves is a two-time Indianapolis 500 winner and gained more fame as the 2007 winner of TV's "Dancing With the Stars" competition. He has pleaded not guilty and is free on $10 million bail. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
June E. Ebbesen Nov 11, 2008
Her Christmas poem to friends and family that year ended with "PS - A call from Avon just came; I'm a 25 winner for high Christmas sales - Praise His Name!" A month later a personal letter included "I was number 6 in our District for the first campaign of this year. I even surprise myself. I wouldn't be too surprised if I would be number 1. But I don't want to get that involved. I'm not looking for a full time job!" Being an Avon Lady became an important part of her life for 15 years as she... (Freeman Courier, SD)
Breeders, region's youth help make Minnesota Beef Expo a big success (12) Nov 10, 2008
Each winner is responsible for raising, breeding and maintaining complete records on care of the animal while providing monthly progress reports to the original owner and the Minnesota Beef Expo. There were 62 entries for the fourth year of the Minnesota Youth Beef Experience Program, which is a tribute to the excellent youth in the beef industry today. (Minnesota Farm Guide, MN)
Rejuvenated as Peavy watch continues Nov 10, 2008
Folks, barring some surprising late push from a team that simply overwhelms the Padres with a new offer, it s going to be the Braves or Cubs who land the 2007 Cy Young Award winner ... The DON T trade any of our prospects for a recent CY young winner, to the Trade Hanson, Schafer, Heyward Etc ... If the Braves include either Johnson or Escobar to land the 2007 NL Cy Young Award winner, the remaining middle infielder will be taken off the market, leaving the Cardinals to look elsewhere. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Prep football, college football, NFL Nov 10, 2008
PRO FOOTBALLCFL PlayoffsFirst RoundSaturdayEastEdmonton 29, Winnipeg 21WestBritish Columbia 33, Saskatchewan 12Division ChampionshipSaturday, Nov. 15EastEdmonton-Winnipeg winner at Montreal, 1 p.m.WestBritish Columbia-Saskatchewan winner at Calgary, 4:30 p.m. ... Race StatisticsAverage speed of race winner: 97. (Yahoo News -- Auto Racing)
Football: 'Rockers stake claim to win over Jackets Nov 10, 2008
A swarm of Mines players gathered around the trophy given to the winner of the rivalry game as the celebration kicked off between fans and players ... Instead of kicking the potential game-winner from there, BHSU head coach John Scott elected to run one more play to try to line the kick up for Corey Wheeler, who was subbing for the injured Micah Nielsen who normally handles the kicking duties. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Prep football: Ranchers face tough task with Pats Nov 10, 2008
The winner advances to the state championship game in the Dakota Dome on Thursday against top-ranked Hanson. A return to the Dome would be Harding County s first since a three-year run from 1999-2001 during which the Ranchers finished runners-up on each occasion. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
