Woods Shot Down at Quail hollow

In his second tournament back after a long layoff due to personal reasons Tiger Woods, playing in the Charlotte Quail Hollow Championship played poorly and promptly missed the cut today. Woods shot a 79 and finished the tournament at 9+ after shooting a 74 the day before in the opening round. Woods playing like the "bizarro-Tiger" missed greens, couldn't putt and missed fairways by miles. The uncharacteristic tenacity never showed up to Charlotte with Woods and once he knew he would not be able to catch his rare form we all know, he then mailed it in and just simply quit. When asked if missing the cut bothered him, Woods responded "It does bother me, no doubt. But at least I get the weekend to watch and see how it's done, how real players play golf, and hopefully I can piece it together for next week and be ready to go." Woods has never shown that his personal life was bothering him until this week and it was a sight to see. I wish the young man luck in his personal life and hope that he can make it back to the course and bring his mind with him next week when he tees it up at The Players Championship at Sawgrass.

Woods Swinging Cold Clubs at Quail Hollow

After teeing off at 7:40 A.M this morning Tiger Woods finds himself 7 shots back at 4+. Woods started the day off on the back nine and looked to start off hot. But at 17 & 18 he lost his mojo and bogeyed both holes and started the slide he finds himself in at the moment. Woods, playing in his first public tournament since his return, finds the going rough early but as we all know he is a golfer with a mighty set of clubs so you can never count him out.

Russell to Free Agency

The Raiders have decided to possibly cut QB Jamarcus Russell. The Raiders have explored trade offers and have had no takers from the onset. The first round pick is scheduled to be released by the upcoming weekend as mini-camps begin.

Celts & Heat Down To The Wire!!

Paul Pierce saves the day as the Celts win on a jumper by Pierce at the .02 mark of the fourth quarter. Pierce, playing well all evening asked for the ball and held it for what seemed to be an inordinate amount of time but released the mid rage jumper over the out-stretched hands of Durrell Wright as time expired. The Celtics have a commanding 3-0 lead in their series which this blogger thought would be closer. Maybe the obligatory 4-1 series may be in action for the Celts!

Tebow taken in 1st Round

Florida Gator QB Tim Tebow is drafted in a surprise 1st Round, 25th pick move by the Denver Broncos. Not sure in what capacity Denver will use the kid but he is NOW an NFL draftee. The QB that "walks on water" now has a load to prove and it should be interesting to watch how this develops! It's a feel good story but this blogger is not believing that he went before other established QB's that remain undrafted.

Tyson Alualu Rounds out Top 10

The Jags take California DT Alualu at #10.

C. J. Spiller Heads North

With the 9th pick the Buffalo Bills select Clemsons exciting back!

Rolando McClain is #8

The Raiders pick Alabama LB Rolando McClain.

#7 is a Corner.

Cleveland Browns pick is CB Joe Haden

Overall #6 is Okung

Seattle Seahawks take OT Russell Okung.

#5 is Eric Berry

Tennessee Thorpe Award winner safety Eric Berry has been picked by KC as the best safety in the draft.

Redskins Look To Protect With #4 pick

Big 12 continues run with 6'4, 313 lbs. OT Trent "Siverback" Williams-Oklahoma.

Oklahoma #1 & #3

Tampa Bay Bucs select DT Gerald McCoy #3 overall.

Ndamukong Suh #2

Lions select DT Suh as 1st round pick, #2 overall.

NFL Draft

Rams select Sam Bradford-QB-Oklahoma #1

App State Gets It's Man!!!

Photo Courtesy: Dave Mayo (Appalachian, 1983)

State has named it's new mens basketball coach as Jeff Capel. Capel will become the youngest head coach in D-1 and brings with him the Capel basketball knowledge that seems to have blessed the Capel-genes for generations to come. Capel is the 3rd coach in the immediate family as Dad, Jeff Jr. is an assistant with the Charlotte Bobcats and big brother, Jeff III is head man at the upstart Oklahoma program. Capel replaces Buzz Peterson, another UNC alum who decided recently to take the head coaching position at UNCW (Wilmington). Capel, entering only his second year of coaching experience after serving as assistant coach last season at App says "We have a great group of guys in place in our program, and I'm really proud to be able to coach them," Capel said. "I know that we're all in this together and I'm ready to work hard."
Congratulations to the 30 year old head coach!

Jets Sign Another!

DE Jason Taylor has signed a 2-year deal with the New York Jets worth 1.75 base salary that must be back loaded with incentives. Taylor says "he is looking forward to creating some havoc" for the Jets. The Jets continue to make moves in this off-season in efforts to make an even further run into the playoffs next season.

Clippers Taking Even Lower Road

The LA Clippers, in an even lower than normal move, has stopped paying recently fired Coach Mike Dunleavy. Dunleavy has decided to take the matter to arbitration to collect his $6.75 million salary from this season and nearly $12 million in total that he is owed from the entire time he has been with the club. The Clippers fired Dunleavy without informing him (he feels the pain of Redskins QB Jason Campbell)and he didn't find out until family and friends started calling/texting him about the move. The ex-coach has a clause in his contract that allows for him to take the matter to arbitration to collect any unpaid monies. Way to go Clipps!!!

Roethlisberger To Get 4-6 Game Suspension

Steeler QB Ben Roethlisberger will receive a 4-6 game suspension by Commissioner Goddell today because of his alleged sexual assault of a 20 year old college student.

The Commish has stated that "NFL players will be held to a higher standard than the law" and thus the ban even though the QB wasn't criminally charged in his last brush with the law. The suspension will allow for a reduced sentence if Roethlisberger complies with certain guidelines that will be included with the suspension. I will keep you updated on that information as it breaks.

Big Game Torry Holt Signs with Pats

The New England Patriots have signed WR Torry Holt to a one-year deal. Holt, who spent last season with the Jags and caught 51 balls for 722 yards. The Burlington, NC product is entering his 13th season and looks to be an integral part of the Patriots offense for the 2010-11 season

McNabb & #81 Back Together Again??

Redskins QB Donavan McNabb has been talking with his new coaches and is attempting to have them sign Terrell Owens to the Skins roster. We all remember the rift between the two when they were in Philadelphia and the turmoil it caused that team. With the poor talent on the roster the Redskins could help themselves out by signing Owens but Coach Shanahan has ruled out signing him for the moment stating that "although we are looking to upgrade that team position, the team is not currently pursuing Owens".

Nuggets Over Jazz

Carmelo Anthony nets a career high (42) and the Nuggets roll. The Nuggets with Adrian Dantley scripting plays beat Jerry Sloan and his crew in an impressive first round series opener. Melo shoot 18-25 and plays lights out.This is going to be a great series as Melo plays D awesome "O"

Celts 85-Heat 76

Guard Tony Allen helped the Celtics take a 1-0 series lead against the Miami Heat tonight in a game that was closer than the score indicated. The Celts went on a 17-5 run in the second half that allowed for them to take and maintain the lead. Allen held down Wade to the extent the All-Star guard was scoreless for a stretch of 12 minutes (26 for the game). Garnett added 15 points & a solid 9 rebounds to accompany 2008 defense. Rondo, coming off an illness still dished out 10 assists in the win.

No-Hitter!!!

Ubaldo Jimenez threw the first no-hitter in Rockies history today as he propels them to a 4-0 win againts the Braves. Jimenez has a 1.29 ERA in three starts this year and was saved by various golden glove inspired plays by his teammates. Jimenez moves to 3-0 on the young season.

Selby to Kansas!!

One of the remaining high school recruits in college basketball has been signed! Baltimore point-guard, Josh Selby, 6-3, 180, has decided to commit to the Jayhawks of Kansas and will report as soon as he has diploma in hand. It is going to interesting to see how he fits in the Bill Self system.

Ted Ginn, Jr, is a 49er!

The Miami Dolphins have traded the young receiver for a draft pick to the San Francisco 49ers after acquiring Brandon Marshall days ago. Details of the deal are forthcoming.

More Roethlisberger Fallout

In the story that keeps growing legs and running, the Ben Roethlisberger saga has now costs a man his job. Sgt. Jerry Blash, who took the report from the 20 y/o accuser and investigated the reported sexual assault has now resigned form the Milledgeville Police Department after pictures surfaced showing the SGt. and the qb in what has been deemed hours before the alleged assault happened. This thing is like an onion!!!


Pictures provided by The Union-Reporter.

Tiger Woods in Charlotte!

Woods has decided to throw his name into the hat for the Quail Hollow Championship in two weeks to be played right here in Charlotte, NC. Tickets will go quickly and tour officials have assured Woods peace of mind from hecklers and issues with unruly fans. This will be the 2nd tournament that Woods has entered since returning from a self imposed lay-off.

Big Papi Infringing on Jigga?

Boston Red Sox 1st baseman David "Big Papi" Ortiz is being sued by rapper Jay-Z in suit that claims the ballplayer has infringed on the rappers club name. Jay-Z owns the 40/40 Club at locations in Manhattan, Vegas and Atlantic City. Ortiz has visited the clubs previously per claims from the lawsuit. Otiz claims that his Dominican 40/40 Club is tagged 40/40 based on his 40 homers and 40 stolen bases in a season. It could be the reason, but I guess Ortiz didn't think the rap legend gets out of NY often enough to receive information of another club dubbed the same as his.

Marshall To The Fish!!

WR Brandon Marshall looks to be headed to the Miami Dolphins in a trade that will net the Broncos a couple of draft picks (a 2nd in the 2010 draft and a 2nd in the 2011 draft). Details of the trade are still coming in so stay tuned for further information throughout the day.

Jason Campbell Signs Redskins Tender

Although he has stopped attending voluntary workouts and is not expected to attend the first 3-day minicamp next week Campbell has signed a 3.1 million dollar tender offered by the Redskins. The much maligned QB has stated that he is open to a trade since he learned of the McNabb trade last week when told by a reporter that called him with the breaking news. Since the trade he has been given the permission to explore possible trades but with the market not looking receptive, Campbell decided to sign the offer.
Good idea J.C.!!

Devin Ebanks Declares

University of West Virginia sophomore Devin Ebanks has decided to go pro after talking with his Mother and the W.Va. coaching staff. Ebanks averaged 12 ppg and 8.1 rpg for the year and played an important role in the teams deep run in the NCAA tourney. The 20 year old said that "he is finally pursuing the dream that he has since he was a little kid". They grow up so quickly!!

Bonds Proud of McGwire

Barry Bonds says that he is proud of his former Flaxseed Oil rubbing compadre Mark McGwire! Bonds says he is "glad that McGwire finally admitted to taking performance enhancing drugs". Right after this quote Barry's head grew another two sizes and his voice raised one higher octave!!

http://sports.espn.go.com/mlb/news/story?id=5075743&campaign=rss&source=ESPNHeadlines

Santonio -J-E-T-S! JETS! JETS! JETS!

The Pittsburgh Steelers have traded Santonio Holmes this morning to the NY Jets for a 5th round pick in the 2010 NFL Draft. Holmes will be suspended for the first four games of the 2010-11 season for substance abuse violations according to the NFL. Details of the trade are forthcoming so stay tune sports fans!!

Mickelson 2010 Masters Winner!!

Phil Mickelson has won his third Green Masters jacket tying him for third with legends such as Sam Snead and Gary Player for third on the all-time Masters win list! Shooting a Final Round 67 on the day Mickelson wins by three strokes at -16 ahead of Lee Westwood. Mickelsons wife, Amy, diagnosed with breast cancer was sick and in bed all week, finally came out to the course for the Final Round and was witness to her husbands win. With tears flowing, Mickelson kissed his wife and hugged his children in as touching a celebration as this viewer has ever seen.

Tiger Woods shot a 69 to finish tied for fourth at -11.

Boston College 2010 NCAA Hockey Champs!!!

BC wins the champiosnhip in rather easy fashion, 5-0. Goalie John Muse collected 20 saves to keep his tournament record unblemished at 8-0 and Cam Atkinson scored 2 goals. The Eagles went on a run in the third period where they scored four goals, Atkinson scoring one of them, to pull away from the Badgers and put the game away for good. The world attendance record for hockey was set for the game with 37, 592 in attendance at Ford Field in Detroit. This was the fourth title for BC and third since 2001.

Congrats team!! There will be many a Sam Adams brew poured tonight in Bean Town!

The 2010 Frozen Four Championship!!

The championship of college hockey is underway in Ford Field in Detroit as we speak. (4) Boston College v. (3) Wisconsin looks to be a helluva matchup! Scoreless early but very physical game!!!

San Antonio Shows Ginobili The Money

Spurs guard Manu Ginobili has signed a 3-year, $39 million dollar extension with the club. This move comes as Ginobili was scheduled to become a free agent this summer. This deal keeps Ginobili, Parker and "The Big Fundamental, Tim Duncan, together for at least one more season. Now if only Kobe would pick and travel East maybe the Spurs could return to rule the West again!

Favors Jumps To The League

Georgia Tech Freshman Derrick Favors has decided to declare for the NBA draft after spending one year in college basketball. Favors, showing great potential for the Jackets, averaged 12.4 ppg and 8.4 rpg and was named the ACC Rookie of the Year. The 6'10 forward will likely be a top 5 pick in this summers upcoming draft.

Roethlisberger Will Not Be Charged.

Milledgeville, GA. District Attorney Fred Bright said in a statement Friday that he had reviewed all the investigation reports and will hold a news conference at 2:00 p.m. ET on Monday to formally announce that charges will not be filed against Pittsburgh Steeler quarterback Ben Roethlisberger.

Now we will wait for the civil suit to follow!

Tiki Barber Leaves 8-Month Pregnant Wife for Intern!

Tiki Barber, the former NFL running back recently turned 35 and instead of a motorcycle for a present he got himself a 23 year old ABC intern. Barber has moved into a bachelor pad on the Upper West Side and out of his Upper East Side abode with his wife Ginny.

http://www.nypost.com/p/news/local/timing_tiki_plays_field_TMZxMDNXxvBbNgVBToZL8O

Stevens Signs Top Dog Contract!!

Butler University has signed its man!! So much so that they signed him to a 12 year extension, although the University has been hush on how much the deal is worth. Brad Stevens has been the “Wonder-Boy” of college basket for the past three seasons as he has lead the Bulldogs to a 33 win season, a 25 game win streak and the only Division One team to finish undefeated in their conference this season. With that resume under his belt Stevens has been courted by numerous big name schools including the Deacs of Wake Forest, Clemson, and Oregon. Stevens has worked his magic all season with a group of kids that bought in to his program early and often.

Stevens answered the extension by stating “Tracy and I are thrilled and very thankful for the opportunity to continue to play a role for Butler University,” Stevens, referring to his wife, said in a statement. “We are already looking forward to the 2010-11 season.” Stevens was named the Horizon League Coach of the year for the past two years and also has set the national record for 3rd year coaches with 89 wins.

One of the early tasks for Stevens will be to keep Sophomore Gordon Hayward on campus and not allow the talented front man to escape to the riches of the next level, “The League”. Hayward offered the last mid court shot that bounded just back-rimmed to end the closest NCAA Championship game in 20 years. That decision will come later in the month before the April 25^th date to declare for the NBA draft.

Roethlisberger May Be Tardy for the Next Party!!

Investigation into the alleged sexual assault by the Pittsburgh quarterback of a 20 year old at a Milledgeville, Georgia night club has been concluded. Police Chief Woodrow Blue has said that his department and the Georgia SBI (State Bureau of Investigations) have sent all of their collected information to District Attorney Fred Bright so that he can review the interviews and evidence to decide if charges will be filed against Roethlisberger. D.A. Bright has said that no comment will be made until all evidence has been reviewed. This is the second such claim by a female against the NFL quarterback. His attorney has hired a private investigator to look into the incident so that all information is on the table.

This story continue to develop so stay tuned.

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