FIFA to study scrapping extra-time at 2014 WCup
FIFA’s president wants the governing body to consider scrapping
extra-time at the 2014 World Cup to encourage an attacking style
after defensive tactics dominated in South Africa.
Tucson, AZ
Houllier returns to England as Villa manager
Aston Villa has appointed Gerard Houllier as manager, bringing
the Frenchman back to England’s Premier League after a six-year
absence.
Batista gets Argentina job until end of year
Interim Argentina coach Sergio Batista will keep the job until
the end of the year, a reward for Tuesday’s 4-1 victory over World
Cup champion Spain.
FIFA inspectors visit White House
FIFA’s World Cup inspectors have had breakfast at the White
House, meeting with aides to President Barack Obama.
GOLF: Salpointe girls end Foothills winning streak, Laura Jabczenski shoots a 35 & Krystal Quihuis a 36.
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Defending state champion Laura Jabczenski shot a 35 at Dell Urich.
The Catalina Foothills Girls Golf team has been in the hunt for a state championship since 2003,…
Tiger works on swing heading into BMW Championship
There are some places that simply suit Tiger Woods better than
others.
Gillis takes the long way to the BMW Championship
Living off fast food and pocket change as you chase a dream from
one small tour stop to another is easy _ romantic, even _ when
you’re young and have no responsibilities.
Vikings, Saints ready to rumble
NEW ORLEANS – The Vikings outperformed New Orleans in most
statistical categories in last year’s NFC title game, but five
turnovers cost them a victory.
Cards playing wait-and-see for new season
GLENDALE – After two preseason games, coach Ken Whisenhunt was
worried. After all the changes the Cardinals made in the
off-season, his team looked like an Ikea box that had ripped open
while…
Safeties caution offenses
GLENDALE – One thing about the NFL, there’s always a healthy
amount of boasting. When words are backed up with tremendous play,
they carry a lot more weight.
More ‘easy’ games will be the norm
The Citadel may not look glamorous on the schedule but it is the sign of the times. Arizona AD Greg Byrne has said the Wildcats will schedule more I-AA teams….
Beavers have bye to reflect on TCU, look ahead
CORVALLIS, Ore. (AP) — It’s a week of reflection for the Oregon State Beavers.
Earls comes from small town but does big things for Cats
The first thing Arizona Wildcats linebacker Derek Earls noticed
about Friday’s season opener was the crowd.
For senior, well is a deep subject
Ryan Keiper spent summer 2009 in El Salvador, living in a hut
and designing a new well water system for the village of Tierra
Blanca.
Around the AL
• Red Sox 11, Rays 5: In Boston, Tim Wakefield became the oldest
pitcher to win for the Red Sox. Wakefield (4-10) surpassed Hall of
Famer Dennis Eckersley, who was 43 when…
Around the NL
• Padres 4, Dodgers 0: In San Diego, rookie Cory Luebke struck
out seven in six sparkling innings, Luis Durango hit a key two-run
single, and the Padres added to their lead…
Little time to savor as game’s top saver Hoffman hits 600
MILWAUKEE – Career saves leader Trevor Hoffman says he’s got a
lot of decisions to make and work left to do.
