Hornets, Paul seek balance after long summer Oct 15, 2008
Jordan said the lopsided score and sloppy play in the first half showed in the reaction of the sold-out crowd at the new O2 World Arena. I dont know if the whistles and jeers were because we were missing shots I thought it was because we were missing shots, and we didnt show up, he said. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Wright injures ankle as N.O. wins in Berlin Oct 15, 2008
By the eight-minute mark in the second quarter, the Hornets had built a 42-point lead in front of a sellout crowd at the 02 World Arena. For the first time since 1990, the Hornets are off to a 4-0 start in the preseason. (Nola.com -- Sports)
Skating legend Kwan will light torch at State Games Oct 14, 2008
Figure skating legend Michelle Kwan will light the torch at the Opening Ceremony for the State Games of America on Aug. 2 at World Arena. We re thrilled, said Tom Osborne, president of the Colorado Springs Sports Corp., which hosts the event. (Yahoo News -- Figure Skating)
Hornets play tourists Oct 14, 2008
On Monday, they conducted their workout at the O2 World Arena, site of today's game. "It's a game that we take very seriously," Scott said. (Nola.com -- Sports)
HORNETS VS. WIZARDS Oct 14, 2008
Where: O2 World Arena in Berlin. Notable: The Hornets are one of four teams participating in the NBA's Europe Live Tour. (Nola.com -- Sports)
Pre-Season WCHA Favorite Colorado College Opens Defense of MacNaughton Cup vs Michigan Tech as League Campaign Gets Underway this Weekend Oct 14, 2008
- The Western Collegiate Hockey Association officially launches it's 57th season of conference play during the upcoming weekend with four head-to-head series on Oct. 17-18, including defending MacNaughton Cup and pre-season league favorite Colorado College (2-0-0, 0-0-0 WCHA) hosting Michigan Tech (1-1-0, 0-0-0 WCHA) at Colorado Springs World Arena (7,343). The Tigers were chosen by the league's 10 head coaches to win their fourth WCHA title in seven seasons here in 2008-09 in the 38th Annual... (Wcha.com)
NBA and AEG plan to build arenas in China Oct 13, 2008
AEG runs or owns more than 90 arenas and other facilities around the world, including Staples Center in Los Angeles, the O2 in London, the O2 World arena in Berlin. Leiweke and David Stern, the NBA commissioner, were to announce the project before the Nets-Heat exhibition game on Sunday in London. (International Herald Tribune -- Sports)
Klitschko stops Peter for WBC title Oct 13, 2008
Peter chose not to come back out after eight rounds that saw him weaving and occasionally wobbling as Klitschko landed a persistent stream of heavy jabs to Peter's head in front of more than 12,000 people at the new O2 World Arena. The 37-year-old Ukranian fighter (36-2, 35 KOs) used his height - he's 6-foot-7 - and reach to keep Peter crouched and defensive. (International Herald Tribune -- Sports)
Vitali Klitschko returns after 4 years out of ring Oct 11, 2008
The 37-year-old Ukrainian will fight Samuel Peter on Saturday for the WBC heavyweight title at Berlin's 02 World arena. Klitschko, who was sidelined because of a knee injury, weighed in at 246 pounds. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Peter storms offstage ahead of bout with Klitschko Oct 7, 2008
Klitschko looked surprised and then bemused by Peter's actions ahead of Saturday's bout at the O2 World Arena. advertisement. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Peter, Klitschko squabble before heavyweight fight Oct 7, 2008
"What happens here is a show," said Klitschko, who fights Peter on Saturday at O2 World Arena. "The real fight is in the ring."HATTON PREPARES DEFENSE: Ricky Hatton had no time to celebrate his 30th birthday Monday. (News & Observer -- Sports)
2008-09 Regular Season Opens Friday as Nine WCHA Teams Engage in Non-Conference Play Oct 7, 2008
The league officially launches it's 57th season of competition on Friday, Oct. 10 and Saturday, Oct. 11 as Alaska Anchorage hosts Alaska Fairbanks, Connecticut and Northeastern in the two-day Kendall Hockey Classic at Sullivan Arena, Colorado College entertains Alabama-Huntsville at Colorado Springs World Arena (7,343), Michigan Tech plays at Northern Michigan Friday and at Lake Superior State on Saturday in the Superior Showcase, Minnesota Duluth travels to Lake Superior State Friday and... (Wcha.com)
First Person Aug 30, 2008
He has persuaded people to believe government can be an instrument of positive change and that America can be a respectable leader in the world arena once again. What would you say to the person who doesn t think one vote counts. (Princeton Bureau County Republican, IL)
Klitschko-Peter fight set for Oct. 11 in Berlin Aug 23, 2008
It will take place in the new 02 World arena, with a capacity of 13,000. advertisement. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Klitschko to fight heavyweight champ in Berlin Aug 23, 2008
It will take place in the new 02 World arena, with a capacity of 13,000 ... It will take place in the new 02 World arena, with a capacity of 13,000. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- More)
Metallica Playing For Cheap In Berlin, London Aug 21, 2008
Andre Paine, London Metallica is to play two budget-priced shows in London and to launch its album "Death Magnetic," including the opening show at the new 17,000-capacity O2 World arena in Berlin. The concerts will go on sale to registered fans only, with Berlin tickets priced 10 ($14). (Billboard.com)
WCHA Releases Men's Composite Schedule for 2008-09 Campaign Aug 16, 2008
" The initial on-ice action of 2008-09 will consist of eight exhibition contests involving seven WCHA teams between Sept. 25-Oct. 6. The first regular season action of 2008-09 will occur the weekend of Oct. 10-11 in non-conference matchups, highlighted by Alaska Anchorage hosting Alaska Fairbanks, Connecticut and Northeastern in the Kendall Hockey Classic at Sullivan Arena and Denver hosting Notre Dame in the annual U.S. Hockey Hall of Fame Game at Magness Arena. 2008 NCAA Frozen Four... (Wcha.com)
The complete 2008-09 NHL preseason schedule Aug 13, 2008
The Lightning opens NHL pre-season action in Europe on Sept. 28 with a game against 2008 German league champion Eisbaren Berlin in the German capital at the new 02 World Arena ... Tampa Bay vs. Eisbaren Berlin, at Berlin, Germany (02 World Arena), 10 a.m. Philadelphia at Carolina, 3 p.m. Atlanta at Detroit, 5 p.m. Florida at Montreal, 7 p.m. Minnesota at Buffalo, 7 p.m. Dallas at Chicago, 7 p.m. Vancouver at Anaheim, 8 p.m.. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NHL)
Chester stadium designers named Aug 6, 2008
Other noteworthy ICON projects include the Pittsburgh Penguins new arena, The O2 Arena in London, O2 World Arena in Berlin, Sprint Center in Kansas City, and Prudential Center in Newark. ABOUT KEYSTONE SPORTS AND ENTERTAINMENT, LLC Keystone Sports and Entertainment, LLC, is the Major League Soccer Philadelphia 2010 ownership group. (The Delaware County Times, PA)
Chinese beach volleyball players to play with ease at Olympics Aug 2, 2008
All the pairs have achieved good results in world arena in the past two years, finishing top three several times. Their remarkable results have lifted the fans' expectation for a breakthrough at home. (Xinhuanet, China)
Fight Schedule Jul 22, 2008
At World Arena, Berlin, Germany, Samuel Peter, Las Vegas, vs. Vitali Klitschko, Los Angeles, 12, for Peter's WBC heavyweight title. Oct. 18. (International Herald Tribune)
Russia's energy drive leaves US reeling Jul 19, 2008
Russia's growing role in the world arena as a power with which the West has to contend, Bush acted as if he couldn't care. The US was also plainly dismissive of Medvedev's proposal at the G-8 for a pan-European security system that would include Russia. (Asia Times Online)
Will Russia's new policy renew ties? Jul 18, 2008
Only by doing so, can Russia seek to address its thorny issues with the west and regain its influence on the world arena, observers say. Editor: Wang Yan. (Xinhuanet, China)
Readers respond: Tired of excuses for poor CRCT scores Jul 15, 2008
Actions, not excuses, are needed if Gwinnett students are to compete in the national and world arena. CYNTHIA BABKA. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
The future is theirs Jun 13, 2008
By Ellen Bullock/Staff photographer. Bridget Falcon gets a hug from Yoel Goulbourne after Sunday's commencement exercises for the Class of 2008 at Reading Memorial High School. (Reading Advocate, MA)
Colorado Springs Sports Hall of Fame To Induct CC legends Carle & Berglund Jun 12, 2008
Induction ceremony is scheduled for Tuesday, Oct. 28, at the World Arena ... A native of Fort Frances, Ontario, Berglund became the manager of the old Broadmoor World Arena for 13 years after his playing career with the Tigers came to an end, and later worked in the NHL with the St. Louis Blues and Colorado Rockies. (Wcha.com)
Class of 2008: Nothing ventured, nothing gained Jun 3, 2008
Class of 2008: Nothing ventured, nothing gained - Reading, MA - The Reading Advocate. By Ellen Bullock/Staff photographer. (Reading Advocate, MA)
Olympic torch to cross Yangtze River in Nantong May 25, 2008
Chinese athletes from Nantong have collected 40 gold medals in world arena. The relay, snaking through 20 kilometers in the city, is scheduled to start from Sutong Bridge, which is bestriding the Yangtze River, and end at the stadium of Nantong Sports and Exhibition Center. (Xinhuanet, China)
Dmitry Medvedev: China among Russia's most important partners May 23, 2008
MOSCOW, May 22 (Xinhua) -- China is one of Russia's most important partners in the world arena, Russian President Dmitry Medvedev said in a recent interview with major Chinese media in Moscow. "Russia regards China as one of its foremost partners in its foreign policy," Medvedev said on the eve of his first visit to China after taking office on May 7. (Xinhuanet, China)
What a racquet: Marblehead Youth Badminton gains in popularity May 9, 2008
It s difficult to make the connection between a packaged badminton set in the sporting goods aisle of Wal-Mart and a highly competitive sport in the world arena. The fact is, since 1992, Olympians have been swatting at shuttlecocks in an effort to send them sailing over the net before an opponent could answer the challenge. (Marblehead Reporter, MA)
China on Friday launched a 570 million yuan (81.43 million U.S. dollars) project to preserve 22 historical and cultural relics in the southwestern Tibet Autonomous Region.• Official: "TYC" not representative of Tibet Apr 19, 2008
"Neither the Dalai Lama nor the 'TYC' has done anything conducive to the development and stability of Tibet. So they are not in the position to say 'this' or 'that' about Tibet, nor can they advocate any unacceptable political proposals in the world arena on behalf of Tibet, Tibetan youth and the public.". Luomei made the remarks after a "TYC" official told the Hong Kong-based Yazhou Zhoukan (Asian Weekly) recently in an interview that the "TYC" was the genuine representative of Tibetan people... (Xinhuanet, China)
Can we at least agree to be America again? Apr 13, 2008
Let's talk about core national policies, especially those that involve America's place in the world arena. At this moment, we don't know who is going to be the next president of the United States. (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
Notre Dame Hockey - The Frozen Four Apr 11, 2008
Fast forward to World Arena in Colorado Springs, where the Irish erupted for 10 combined goals while taking on one of the nation's top teams (New Hampshire) and always stingy Michigan State. That accomplishment was all the more noteworthy considering the absence of leading scorer Erik Condra (15G-23A), a junior who went down with a knee injury midway through the CCHA playoffs. (IrishEyes.com)
Albright: Frozen Four's burning questions Apr 11, 2008
It's been 32 years since hockey's chosen four have traveled to Denver to finish a season, but thanks to all of the early tournaments at the old Broadmoor World Arena in Colorado Springs, Saturday night will mark the 15th championship game in the state of Colorado. The city of Denver has hosted three championships (1961, 1964 and 1976), all of which were played in the old University of Denver Arena. (ESPN -- College Sports)
Irish Icers Advance To NCAA Frozen Four With 3-1 Win Over Michigan State Apr 1, 2008
- The Notre Dame hockey team earned its first-ever trip to the Frozen Four with a 3-1 victory over Michigan State on Saturday night in the championship game of the NCAA West Regional at the Colorado Springs World Arena. The Fighting Irish became the first fourth seed to advance to the national semifinals and they avenged a 2-1 loss to the Spartans in last year's Midwest Regional Final. (Und.com)
WCHA teams falter in opening round of NCAA tourney Mar 30, 2008
Michigan State knocked off Colorado College 3-1, on the Tigers' home ice at the World Arena in Colorado Springs, no less. Michigan used a dynamite performance from its first line to dispatch Niagara, 5-1. (Anchorage Daily News)
Irish Offense Comes Alive As They Hand New Hampshire A 7-3 Loss In NCAA West Regional Mar 30, 2008
The struggles came to an end on Friday night at the World Arena in the first semifinal of the NCAA West Regional. Notre Dame got seven goals from six different players as the Irish advanced to the West Regional final on Saturday evening with a 7-3 win over top-seeded New Hampshire at the World Arena ... Saturday's West Regional with Michigan State will be televised live on ESPNU. Game time at the World Arena is 8:00 p.m. (MDT) and 10:00 p.m. (EDT). (Und.com)
North Dakota, Denver, Minnesota, Wisconsin Open National Tournament Play Saturday Mar 30, 2008
The Tigers (28-12-1), champions of the regular season and winners of the MacNaughton Cup, were defeated 3-1 by defending national champion Michigan State at the West Regional at Colorado Springs World Arena. For CC, left winger Derek Patrosso had the team's lone goal at 12:07 of the third period and Richard Bachman had 20 saves in nets. (Wcha.com)
Notre Dame upsets top-seeded New Hampshire in NCAAs Mar 29, 2008
The Wildcats were throttled by 12th-ranked Notre Dame, 7-3, in an NCAA West Regional semifinal at the World Arena. The last two Notre Dame goals were scored into on an empty net as Wildcats coach Dick Umile pulled Hobey Baker Award candidate Kevin Regan to try to close the gap. (Boston Globe)
Schedule/Results Mar 29, 2008
West Regional At World Arena -- Colorado Springs, Colo. Friday, March 28 Notre Dame 7, New Hampshire 3 Michigan State 3, Colorado College 1. (ESPN -- College Sports)
Notre Dame shocks UNH in NCAA tournament Mar 29, 2008
That momentum swing carried fourth-seeded Notre Dame to a 7-3 upset victory against No. 1 seed UNH at the World Arena. "That was definitely a turning point," Pollastrone said. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Title-starved UNH will lay it all on table Mar 28, 2008
COLORADO SPRINGS - The Chili's near the World Arena Ice Rink was mobbed Wednesday night, filled with hungry University of New Hampshire hockey players, eager to gain a full helping of the NCAA Tournament ... A factor in the Wildcats' favor is the Olympic-sized sheet of ice at the World Arena, the same skating space they are accustomed to at the Whittemore Center in Durham, N.H.. (Boston Globe)
Albright: Five burning questions Mar 28, 2008
Speaking of goalies, look at the collection on display at the World Arena. Lerg (2. (ESPN -- College Sports)
Wildcats head west to fight the Irish Mar 28, 2008
The Wildcats head out west to face off against the Notre Dame Fighting Irish in the first round of NCAA Tournament at the World Arena in Colorado Springs, CO. The Wildcats, who went 25-9-3 in the regular season and won the regular season Hockey East title, are the No. 1 seed in the West Regional bracket, which earns them the right to play the No. 4 seed Irish on Friday, March 28 at 6:30 p.m. The game will be broadcast live on WUMR-TV (Channel 9). The winner of Friday's game will advance the... (The New Hampshire, NH)
WCHA's Record Six Teams in NCAA Tourney All Have a Shot at the Frozen Four Mar 28, 2008
Meanwhile, Chad Rau, overlooked by Hobey voters and by many who rank Colorado College high only for its outstanding team concept, also could light up his home World Arena and lift the Tigers to the top. Best record:* Miami (32-7-1) has the most victories and Michigan (31-5-4) the fewest losses, which may verify the theory that the disparity in the CCHA leads top teams to feast on bottom ones. (Wcha.com)
'Cats expect battle against Notre Dame Mar 28, 2008
"Top-seeded UNH (25-9-3) will tangle with fourth-seeded Notre Dame (24-15-4) at World Arena in Colorado Springs, Colo. Second-seeded Colorado College (28-11-1) will face third-seeded Michigan State (24-11-5) in tonight's second contest, which will also feature a similar contrast in styles.Colorado College will be playing on its home ice, where the Tigers are 18-2-0 this season. Like UNH's Whittemore Center, World Arena has an Olympic-sized (200 feet by 100 feet) ice surface. Michigan State's... (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Spartans Kick Off NCAA Title Defense in Colorado Mar 27, 2008
Colorado College is hosting the West Regional at the Colorado Springs World Arena on Friday and Saturday, with No. 1 New Hampshire and No. 4 Notre Dame rounding out the field. NCAA West Regional: Date/Time: March. (Msuspartans.com)
UNH seniors hoping to end careers with championship Mar 27, 2008
Second-seeded Colorado College (28-11-1) and third-seeded Michigan State (24-11-5) are also in the West Regional, which will be played at the World Arena in Colorado Springs, Colo. "We've been fortunate to have those guys," UNH coach Dick Umile said. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Skating legend Kwan will light torch at State Games Mar 26, 2008
July 7, 2007 - 10:14PM Figure skating legend Michelle Kwan will light the torch at the Opening Ceremony for the State Games of America on Aug. 2 at World Arena. We re thrilled, said Tom Osborne, president of the Colorado Springs Sports Corp., which hosts the event. (Yahoo News -- Figure Skating)
Colorado College goalie pulls out all the stops Mar 26, 2008
The West Regional games are on the Tigers' home ice, World Arena in Colorado Springs, where they've lost just two games this season. If the Tigers make it to their first Frozen Four since 2005, they'll have to take only a bus trip to Denver. (USA Today -- Sports)
Tournament schedule Mar 26, 2008
WEST REGIONAL At World Arena, Colorado Springs, Colo. First round Friday, March 28 New Hampshire (25-9-3) vs. Notre Dame (24-15-4), 6:30 p.m. Colorado College (28-11-1) vs. Michigan State (24-11-5), 10 p.m.. (USA Today -- Sports)
Irish Icers Head To The NCAA Tournament For Second Consecutive Year Mar 26, 2008
For Notre Dame and head coach , the trip to Colorado Springs has an interesting twist, as the World Arena is where his first game as head coach of the Irish took place on October 21, 2005 ... West Regional, March 28-29 World Arena, Colorado Springs, Colorado. (Und.com)
Irish Face No. 4/5 New Hampshire In Opening Game Of NCAA West Regional At Colorado Springs Mar 26, 2008
NCAA West Regional World Arena Colorado Springs, Colorado ... NOTRE DAME AT THE WORLD ARENA: Notre Dame has played just once at the World Arena, facing Colorado College on Oct. 21, 2005 ... BACK WHERE IT ALL STARTED: The first game of the era at Notre Dame was played at the World Arena on Oct. 21, 2005 with the Irish dropping a 3-1 decision to Colorado College. (Und.com)
WCHA has record 6 teams in NCAA tourney Mar 25, 2008
Anchorage Daily News. Coverage of the 2008 high school basketball postseason. (Anchorage Daily News)
NCAA Division I Men's Hockey Mar 25, 2008
The Associated Press Published: March 25, 2008. Miami (Ohio) (32-7-1) vs. Air Force (21-11-6), 4 p.m.. (International Herald Tribune)
'Cats get #1 seed, but end up in Colorado Mar 25, 2008
On Sunday, the NCAA Division I men's hockey selection committee announced the Wildcats will face No. 11-ranked Notre Dame in the first round of the NCAA Tournament in the West Regional on Friday, March 28 at the Colorado Springs World Arena in Colorado Spring, Colo. The meeting will be the fourth all-time between the 'Cats and the Irish, and their first in tournament play. (The New Hampshire, NH)
Six WCHA Teams Preparing for Upcoming 2008 NCAA Div. 1 Men's Ice Hockey Championship Mar 25, 2008
Colorado College (28-11-1), hosts of the West Regional at Colorado Springs World Arena, are the No. 2 seed on their home ice. The Tigers, making their 19th appearance in the national tournament overall, will face-off against defending national champion and No. 3 regional seed Michigan State at 8:00 pm MT on Friday night. (Wcha.com)
UNH's road to glory is longer than BC's Mar 24, 2008
UNH (25-9-3) is seeded No. 1 in the West and will take on fourth-seeded Notre Dame (24-15-4) at the World Arena Friday. The only other Hockey East school in the tournament is Boston College (21-11-8), the Northeast Regional's No. 2 seed, which will go up against No. 3 seed Minnesota (19-16-9) Saturday at the DCU Center in Worcester. (Boston Globe)
Spartans Draw Colorado College in NCAA Tournament Mar 24, 2008
Colorado College is hosting the West Regional at the Colorado Springs World Arena on Friday and Saturday, with No. 1 New Hampshire and No. 4 Notre Dame rounding out the field ... Colorado Springs World Arena Host: Colorado College and the Colorado Springs Sports Corporation Host Site: www. (Msuspartans.com)
WCHA Earns Record Six Berths in NCAA Tournament Mar 24, 2008
2007-08 WCHA regular season and MacNaughton Cup champion Colorado College (28-11-1) is the No. 2 seed and host of the West Regional, which will be played Friday (March 28) and Saturday at the Colorado Springs World Arena. The Tigers are joined there by No. 1 seed New Hampshire (25-9-3), No. 3 seed and defending national champion Michigan State (24-11-5), and No. 4 seed Notre Dame (24-15-4). (Wcha.com)
'Cats heading West Mar 24, 2008
P/SUNNY Monday March 24, 2008. UNH players celebrate following a goal against Boston College in the Hockey East semifinals on Friday. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Falcons advance to NCAA Tournament for second straight season Mar 20, 2008
Air Force will find out its opponent and regional site on the NCAA Selection Show Sunday, March 23, at 9:30 a.m. The show will be televised on ESPN. The four regional sites are Colorado Springs World Arena, Madison, Wis ... Ehn Injury Update -- Practicing and Upgraded to Questionable Air Force senior center , a 2007 All-American and one of three finalists for the Hobey Baker Memorial Award, has been upgraded to questionable for the NCAA Tournament due to an injury suffered vs. Colorado College,... (Airforcesports.com)
2008 Red BaronTM WCHA Final Five Gets Underway Thursday at Xcel Energy Center Mar 18, 2008
Then on Friday evening, the winner of Thursday night's game between St. Cloud State and Minnesota will do battle with top-seeded Colorado College (28-9-1) at 7:07 pm CT. The Tigers, who captured the WCHA regular season title and MacNaughton Cup with a 21-6-1 league mark, swept 10th-seed Alaska Anchorage, 4-1 and 3-2 (ot) at the Colorado Springs World Arena. But it wasn't easy as the visiting Seawolves were tied at 1-1 with CC in the second period of game one and held leads of 1-0 in the first... (Wcha.com)
CC, DU, SCSU Capture First Round WCHA Playoff Series Victories, Earn Berths in 2008 Red BaronTM WCHA Final Five; UND-MTU, MSU-UM in Game Threes Sunday Night Mar 17, 2008
At the Colorado Springs World Arena on Saturday evening, a crowd of 6,149 saw No. 3-ranked Colorado College (28-9-1) rally from 1-0 and 2-1 deficits in the second period to overcome the UAA Seawolves (7-21-8), as right winger Mike Testwuide netted both the game-tying goal at 5:54 of the third and the game-winner at 2:58 of overtime in a 3-2 victory that gave the Tigers a playoff series sweep. Alaska Anchorage, with a first period tally from defenseman Kane Lafranchise at 6:05 and a second period... (Wcha.com)
Seawolf hockey season ends in OT Mar 16, 2008
Mike Testwuide scored the game-winning goal at 2:58 of overtime to give Colorado College a 3-2 win over the UAA Seawolves and a sweep in the best-of-3 WCHA playoff series at the World Arena in Colorado Springs, Colo. on Saturday. (Anchorage Daily News)
