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Farmington's Pac returns as bronze medallist Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 10:07PMFARMINGTON — The top female bobsled driver in the USA, third best in the world, spread a little sunshine on her roots Monday morning.
Officer nominated for national award Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 9:36PMA Manheim Township Police officer who has recovered drugs and guns, located a bank robber and saved an elderly woman who wandered away from home has been nominated for the "America's Most Wanted" All-Star Award.Officer Calvin Steidler was nominated for the national award, given by the television...
Inside Track: Chip Ganassi Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 8:40PMWhen NASCAR first started, the garage really was a garage -- cement floors, or maybe just a roof over the grass. The car was parked out back, ready to work on or race on the weekends. Those days are history. Cup garages now, are high tech, multi-million dollar facilities. Here is a look inside one garage that is so organized, even the staff is color coded!
Today's Sports Calendar Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 6:08AMTODAY'S LOCAL SPORTS Men’s Basketball Utah at Colorado State, 1:30 p.m., the Mtn. Seattle University at Utah Valley, 2 p.m. Hawaii Pacific at Dixie State, 3 p.m., 91.3 FM BYU at TCU, 6 p.m., the Mtn., 1210 AM New Mexico State at Utah State, 7 p.m.
Earnhardt snags pole for Atlanta Cup race Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 5:15AMDale Earnhardt Jr. secures pole for Sunday's NASCAR Sprint Cup Series Kobalt Tools 500 at Atlanta Motor Speedway.
Gordon: NASCAR needs some rivalries to stir it up Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 5:10AMThe drivers keep saying how much the racing has improved in the opening month of the NASCAR season, yet there's all sorts of evidence that defies their optimism.
NASCAR Capsules: Junior on the pole for Atlanta race Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 4:32AMHAMPTON, Ga. — Dale Earnhardt Jr. is on the pole for the first time in nearly two years. He's hoping it will lead to Victory Lane. Earnhardt claimed the pole Friday night for the Kobalt Tools 500 at Atlanta Motor Speedway with a blistering speed of 192.761 mph.
Sports shorts Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 4:22AMGOLF: Tiger still hiding, won't play Doral As expected, Tiger Woods did not enter the field for next week's CA Championship at Doral, marking the first time he will miss that World Golf Championship event. Players had until 5 p.m. yesterday to commit to that event. Woods...
Roethlisberger faces allegations Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 3:11AMPittsburgh Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger is being investigated in an allegation of sexual assault at a Georgia nightclub, police said Friday.
Gordon: NASCAR needs rivalries Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 1:18AMHAMPTON, Ga. (AP) - The drivers keep saying how much the racing has improved in the opening month of the NASCAR season, yet there's all sorts of evidence that defies their optimism.
Auto racing Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 1:10AMAuto racing
Steelers hire Olsavsky as coach Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 12:56AMPITTSBURGH (AP) - Former Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker Jerry Olsavsky is rejoining the team as a defensive quality control coach. Olsavsky succeeds Lou Spanos, who left the Steelers after 16 seasons to become the Washington Redskins' linebackers coach.
Sports digest: Anthony Kim, Camilo Villegas share Honda Classic lead Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 12:52AMDale Earnhardt Jr. wins NASCAR pole at Atlanta with blistering speed of 192.761 mph.
Mears struggles with Keyed-Up Motorsports Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 12:41AMCHARLOTTE, N.C. -- Casey Mears will never be the best driver in NASCAR, and chances are slim that he'll ever be a championship contender.
NASCAR in need of more excitement Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 12:21AMHAMPTON - The drivers keep saying how much the racing has improved in the opening month of the NASCAR season, yet there's all sorts of evidence that defies their optimism. Television ratings? Down...
On the tube for 03-06-10 Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 12:20AMAUTO RACING 9:30 a.m.: SPEED — NASCAR, Truck Series, pole qualifying for Atlanta 200, at Hampton, Ga. 11 a.m.: SPEED — NASCAR, Sprint Cup, practice for Kobalt Tools 500 ...
SPORTS WIRE: LeBron's 40 boost Cavs; Pistons' Stuckey collapses Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 12:16AMLeBron James had 40 points, 13 rebounds and six assists as the host Cleveland Cavaliers beat the Detroit Pistons 99-92 on Friday night in a game delayed when Pistons guard Rodney Stuckey collapsed late in the third quarter.The Pistons said Stuckey's vital signs were stable, and he was conscious and breathing on his own at the Cleveland Clinic. He will remain there overnight after being ...
TNT tabs Alexander as play-by-play announcer Thursday, March 4, 2010 @ 5:56AMTNT announced Thursday that veteran NASCAR broadcaster Adam Alexander will join the network as its Sprint Cup Series play-by-play announcer, calling all six races of TNT's Summer Series.
Auto Racing Capsules: Mears hopes to make 1st starting field this season Thursday, March 4, 2010 @ 5:17AMCHARLOTTE, N.C. — Casey Mears will never be the best driver in NASCAR, and chances are slim that he'll ever be a championship contender. Still, he's got talent and charm and a rich family history in the sport — all qualities that should have him racing each week.
NASCAR wings coming off Thursday, March 4, 2010 @ 5:09AMFORT WORTH, Texas #8212; NASCAR is finally about to lose its wings.
Mears strives for 1st starting field Thursday, March 4, 2010 @ 5:08AMCHARLOTTE, N.C. #8212; Casey Mears will never be the best driver in NASCAR, and chances are slim that he #8217;ll ever be a championship contender.
The gods must be crazy... Thursday, March 4, 2010 @ 1:44AMKevin McCallum wonders whether the gods really don't have anything better to do than help sportsman. Judging by what he hears, the gods are big sports fans and they pick sides... [VIDEO]
San Felipe pre-event news 2010-03-01 Tuesday, March 2, 2010 @ 11:04PMLOS ANGELES--As pre-running over the rugged race course heats up for next week's 24th Annual MasterCraft Safety Tecate SCORE San Felipe 250, NASCAR Cup team owner/driver Robby Gordon leads 25 defending SCORE Desert Series season point champions among a veteran field that includes many of the world's best desert racers who have entered this popular spring race.
Bristol GM Byrd taking leave of absence Tuesday, March 2, 2010 @ 11:00PMBRISTOL, Va.
BMS president Byrd has to take leave of absence Tuesday, March 2, 2010 @ 10:51PMBristol Motor Speedway officials announced late Tuesday afternoon that president and general manager Jeff Byrd has taken a leave of absence to undergo tests and treatment for an undisclosed medical condition.
Atlanta: Series round four preview Tuesday, March 2, 2010 @ 10:49PMKevin Harvick (No. 29 Shell/Pennzoil Chevrolet) has ridden consecutive runner-up runs to the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series points lead. Jimmie Johnson (No. 48 Lowe's Chevrolet) has ridden consecutive victories to a potential 20 bonus points, to start the Chase for the NASCAR Sprint Cup.
Man who shot high school coach found guilty Tuesday, March 2, 2010 @ 10:24PMMan who shot high school coach found guilty
Gordon's "not going anywhere" Tuesday, March 2, 2010 @ 10:18PMThere was a moment during the introduction of drivers at the Daytona 500 this season that both shocked and astounded this observer.
Atlanta: Richard Childress Racing preview Tuesday, March 2, 2010 @ 9:35PM* RCR in the ATL ... In 113 starts at AMS, RCR has earned four poles and nine wins including Kevin Harvick's emotional victory in the Cracker Barrel 500 on March 11, 2001. Prior to that, Dale Earnhardt won eight times at the Hampton, Ga., track.
Atlanta: Kevin Harvick preview Tuesday, March 2, 2010 @ 9:34PM* This Week's Shell-Pennzoil Chevrolet at Atlanta Motor Speedway ... Kevin Harvick will pilot Chassis No. 288 from the Richard Childress Racing NASCAR Sprint Cup Series stable. This Shell-Pennzoil Chevrolet scored a runner-up finish two weeks ago at Auto Club Speedway.
Atlanta: Jeff Burton preview Tuesday, March 2, 2010 @ 9:34PM* This Week's Caterpillar Chevrolet at Atlanta Motor Speedway ... Jeff Burton will pilot chassis No. 291 from the Richard Childress Racing NASCAR Sprint Cup Series stable.
Atlanta: Clint Bowyer preview Tuesday, March 2, 2010 @ 9:34PM* This Weekend's BB&T Chevrolet Impala at Atlanta Motor Speedway ... Clint Bowyer will pilot Chassis No. 298 from Richard Childress Racing's NASCAR Sprint Cup Series stable. Built new in 2010, this Chevrolet Impala will be put through its first paces this weekend.
In brief: A-Rod to be questioned in doctor probe Monday, March 1, 2010 @ 8:04PMDRUGSA-Rod to be questioned in doctor probe New York Yankees star Alex Rodriguez has been contacted by federal investigators regarding a Canadian doctor accused of selling an unapproved drug.Rodriguez said Monday he was “aware” of the investigation and plans on cooperating with government officials who are looking into Dr. Anthony Galea. Rodriguez said no date has been set.SOCCERU.S. tops Sweden ...
Controversy Erupts Between Jamie McMurray and Juan Pablo Montoya Monday, March 1, 2010 @ 7:44PMLAS VEGAS -- The honeymoon is apparently over for Jamie McMurray, who celebrated his reunion with team owner Chip Ganassi with a career-changing Daytona 500 victory. A mere three weeks later, he's at the center of a team controversy following a wreck with Juan Pablo Montoya at Las Vegas Motor Speedway. The two were running ninth and 10th midway through Sunday's race when McMurray lost control of ...
NASCAR president says wings coming off soon Monday, March 1, 2010 @ 7:40PMNASCAR is finally about to lose its wings.
Jimmie Johnson bypasses Jeff Gordon for Las Vegas victory Monday, March 1, 2010 @ 7:31PMLuck is an oft-mentioned word in this gambling mecca, but Jimmie Johnson wasn't hearing it Sunday, and his second consecutive ...
NASCAR test session at ‘Dega to be open to public Monday, March 1, 2010 @ 7:29PMTALLADEGA, AL (WBRC) – Officials at the Talladega Superspeedway announced on Thursday that NASCAR sessions at the track will be open to the public...
Aus V8 Ute Driver gets NASCAR Development Chance Monday, March 1, 2010 @ 7:25PMFormer V8 Ute driver, George Miedecke has been announced as one of two development drivers in the NASCAR sprint cup Series in the same team that fields dual V8 Supercar Champion Marcos Ambrose.
Accident puts NASCAR teammates at odds Monday, March 1, 2010 @ 7:13PMThe honeymoon is apparently over for Jamie McMurray, who celebrated his reunion with team owner Chip Ganassi with a career-changing Daytona 500 victory.
Joey Logano's star is rising in NASCAR Monday, March 1, 2010 @ 6:49PMJoey Logano is the youngest driver to ever win a Sprint Cup Series race when he won in New Hampshire last year. His age at the time was 19 years and 35 days.
NASCAR president says wings coming off soon Monday, March 1, 2010 @ 6:49PMPublished: Monday, March 1, 2010 at 6:24 p.m. Last Modified: Monday, March 1, 2010 at 6:24 p.m. FORT WORTH, Texas - NASCAR is finally about to lose its wings.
NHL waits to see if it gets Olympic ratings bounce Monday, March 1, 2010 @ 6:34PMNiche sports in the Olympics have a common dream: Use their huge TV exposure in the Games as a springboard to lasting TV appeal.
Logano making huge strides in NASCAR Sunday, February 28, 2010 @ 4:30AMLAS VEGAS There was nowhere to go but up this season for Joey Logano, who had a roller-coaster rookie season as the youngest driver at NASCARs top level.
Vegas Sprint Cup race is the one Kurt Busch wants the most Sunday, February 28, 2010 @ 4:11AMDon’t let their emotional embrace at the end of last year’s Shelby American NASCAR Sprint Cup race fool you — Kurt and Kyle Bush maintain a natural sibling rivalry. Kurt’s wife can probably attest to that.
At 19, Logano finds his way Sunday, February 28, 2010 @ 3:47AMLAS VEGAS - There was nowhere to go but up this season for Joey Logano, who had a roller-coaster rookie season as the youngest driver at NASCAR's top level.
Kurt Busch claims pole with record run Saturday, February 27, 2010 @ 6:58AMKurt Busch visited Victory Lane last year at his home track in Las Vegas. He was there to congratulate his little brother, Kyle, who became the first Busch brother to win at Las Vegas Motor Speedway.
News February 27: Danica Patrick, The HD Hottie Saturday, February 27, 2010 @ 4:15AMThe driver competes today in a NASCAR race. Washington, D.C. (February 27, 2010) -- Following our extremely popular contest, 'HD Hottie Hysteria,' we've started a new feature in which we will highlight a top female star every day.
NASCAR Sprint Cup Shelby American starting grid/Race preview Saturday, February 27, 2010 @ 3:46AMRace capsule:What:Race 3 of 36 on Sprint Cup circuitWhere: Las Vegas Motor Speedway, Las Vegas, NVWhen:February 28, 2010 3:16 pm ESTTV: FOXLaps:267Track Length: 1.5 milesRace Length: 401.00 milesStarting Grid:1. (2) Kurt
NASCAR fans know how to tailgate in style Saturday, February 27, 2010 @ 3:40AMIt’s a cool and windy Friday afternoon at the epicenter of the tailgating at the Las Vegas Motor Speedway. Six flags fly high in the air, blowing right to left with the smell of charcoal and burgers in the air and the beer flowing freely.
TV Schedule Saturday, February 27, 2010 @ 3:36AMAUTO RACING Noon SPEED — NASCAR, Nationwide Series, pole qualifying for Sam’s Town 300, at Las Vegas 1:30 p.m. SPEED — NASCAR, Sprint Cup, practice for Shelby American, at Las Vegas 2:30 p.m.