Archive for August, 2009

Practice Notebook: Day 12 of camp

Yesterday afternoon the Hoosiers held their 14th practice on the 12th day of fall camp as the team was in full pads. The practice consisted of individual position drills, 7-on-7 skill position work, full offense against defense work and some special teams action.



Wilson: I’m ready to go

It has been two consecutive years that Ohio State senior defensive end Lawrence Wilson has been lost for the season because of a leg injury. Now, with Ohio State’s defensive line boasting the most depth it has had in years, Wilson has a whole new set of obstacles to overcome. Surely an asset in the past, can Wilson overcome to major leg injuries and be a key factor



Sanford’s best back on the field

Fall football came starts this week for Sanford (Fla.) High School, which means hi-speed cousins Toby Durham and Tyrone Bouie (pictured) will be back on the field. The pair each name nine scholarship offers including one from Colorado State.



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Ryan Church calls comments by New York Mets manager Jerry Manuel a ‘low blow’

Ryan Church made it clear: He didn’t appreciate those recent comments by Mets manager Jerry Manuel.



Inside the Den: Chat Recap

Last night, BWI recruiting analyst Sean Fitz sat down with our Lions Den members to talk recruiting for well over an hour. Click here to find out the latest in Penn State recruiting, and what is coming for the Nittany Lions in the next few week



Junior LB ready to start

At the end of last season Tyler Replogle became more than just a special teams player and part-time linebacker. This year as a junior he seems set to start at outside linebacker and yesterday talked about his opportunity and what he likes from this Hoosier defense so far in fall camp



McKenzie took long road to Evanston

Griffin McKenzie traveled more than 300 miles for his official visit to Northwestern today, but the road he took was actually much, much longer than that. Get the scoop on the 6-foot-9 power forward from Cincinnati (Ohio) Moeller, who has come all the way back from a serious injury last year and has Northwestern in his final fou



What’s happening at linebacker?

Football is a contact sports and like it or not injuries do happen. While it is an ugly and unfortunate part of the game the team has to move on. Now a report of another injury out of the Ohio State linebacking corps has emerged and it will put a depleted crew down another man with the season less than three weeks away. Who might be the next to step up if this is the case



In photos: Fall Camp Day 9

MADISON, Wis. – Though an injury to Gabe Carimi demanded the attention after the conclusion of Tuesday’s practice, BadgerBlitz.com photojournalist was at Camp Randall to capture all the early shots from Day 9 of fall camp.



Oakland Raiders receiver Chaz Schilens breaks bone in left foot

Chaz Schilens, projected to be one of the Raiders’ top two receivers this season, broke a bone in his left foot while running a route during Tuesday’s joint practice with the 49ers.



Oklahoma City Thunder’s arena renovation nearing completion

The Thunder’s arena renovation is nearling completion.



Milwaukee Bucks finish deal to get Carlos Delfino from Toronto Raptors

The Bucks officially acquired Carlos Delfino from the Raptors in a four-player deal.



New York Knicks’ Nate Robinson arrested for not having license

Knicks guard Nate Robinson was arrested for driving without a license.



Fall Primer: Defensive Line

One key to Minnesota’s improved defense last season can be credited to improved play up front by the defensive line. The defensive front, Tim Cross, will be looking to build on last years successes while breaking in two new starters at defensive end.



Headlines: Wednesday, August 19

In today’s edition of headlines, read up on Jason Werner’s (pictured) approach to the season. Also read up on some new staff additions for golf and tennis



Blythe visits Iowa practice

While it is still very early, there is little doubt that Williamsburg lineman Austin Blythe is currently the frontrunner to be the top in-state prospect in the Class of 2011. Blythe, who already has two offers, made a visit to Iowa City last wee



Motion filed to dismiss Ben Roethlisberger lawsuit

A former Harrah’s employee has filed a motion to dismiss a lawsuit that accuses Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger of raping another worker.



Tennessee Volunteers coach Lane Kiffin says NCAA investigating Bryce Brown’s eligibility

An NCAA representative is investigating whether the amateur status of Tennessee running back Bryce Brown has been violated.



Three members of Nippon Ham Fighters contract swine flu; entire team to be tested

All players and staff of the Nippon Ham Fighters baseball team will be tested for swine flu after two players and a coach contracted the virus, the Japanese Pacific League team said Wednesday.



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