The Red Wolves (26-30, 12-18 SBC) trailed 3-0 in the ninth inning when they plated a pair of runs and had the tying run on first base with two outs, but Troy's (40-16, 20-10) Nate Hill fired a strikeout to end the threat.
Wednesday, May 22 2013 9:56 AM EDT2013-05-22 13:56:26 GMT
From Arkansas State UniversityThe 2013 NCAA Division I Outdoor Track and Field West Preliminary Championships will be held this week (May 23-25) for selected members of the Arkansas State University
The 2013 NCAA Division I Outdoor Track and Field West Preliminary Championships will be held this week (May 23-25) for selected members of the Arkansas State University women's and men's track & field teams in Austin, Texas.
Wednesday, May 22 2013 9:42 AM EDT2013-05-22 13:42:24 GMT
Jake Locker believes the best way to be a leader is by doing, not talking. It's why the Titans quarterback worked so hard on his recovery from offseason shoulder surgery to be ready for the team's offseason...
Jake Locker believes the best way to be a leader is by doing, not talking. It's why the Titans quarterback worked so hard on his recovery from offseason shoulder surgery to be ready for the team's offseason program.
Wednesday, May 22 2013 9:40 AM EDT2013-05-22 13:40:20 GMT
HOOVER, Ala. (AP) - Mitch Slauter's two-out single scored Kyle Hann in the 17th inning, giving Mississippi State a 2-1 victory over Missouri Tuesday night in the opening round of the SEC baseball tournament. The
Mitch Slauter's two-out single scored Kyle Hann in the 17th inning, giving Mississippi State a 2-1 victory over Missouri Tuesday night in the opening round of the SEC baseball tournament.
Wednesday, May 22 2013 1:07 AM EDT2013-05-22 05:07:40 GMT
SAN DIEGO (AP) - Daniel Descalso hit his first career grand slam and had a career-high five RBIs, and Adam Wainwright won for the first time at Petco Park as the St. Louis Cardinals beat the San Diego
SAN DIEGO (AP) - Daniel Descalso hit his first career grand slam and had a career-high five RBIs, and Adam Wainwright won for the first time at Petco Park as the St. Louis Cardinals beat the San Diego
Tuesday, May 21 2013 3:48 PM EDT2013-05-21 19:48:30 GMT
FAYETTEVILLE, AR (U of A) – Senior Austin Cook of the No. 12 University of Arkansas men's golf team was named a first-team Capital One Academic All-District VI selection by the College Sports Information
FAYETTEVILLE, AR (U of A) – Senior Austin Cook of the No. 12 University of Arkansas men's golf team was named a first-team Capital One Academic All-District VI selection by the College Sports Information
Tuesday, May 21 2013 3:43 PM EDT2013-05-21 19:43:33 GMT
OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) - The Oklahoma City Thunder are giving $1 million for tornado relief, matching a $1 million pledge by star player Kevin Durant. The Thunder announced Tuesday that they'll give $1
OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) - The Oklahoma City Thunder are giving $1 million for tornado relief, matching a $1 million pledge by star player Kevin Durant. The Thunder announced Tuesday that they'll give $1
Tuesday, May 21 2013 3:37 PM EDT2013-05-21 19:37:55 GMT
GAME 56 Date: May 22, 2013 First Pitch: 12:30 p.m. Location: Lafayette, La. Stadium: M.L. "Tigue" Moore Field (3,755) Radio: East Arkansas Broadcasters 95.3 FM The Ticket
Arkansas State will start senior right-hander Daniel Wright on Wednesday. Daniel is 6-4 on the season with a 3.17 ERA and 93 strikeouts. His strikeout total ranks second in the league and his earned run average is fourth best in the league.
Tuesday, May 21 2013 3:34 PM EDT2013-05-21 19:34:07 GMT
JONESBORO, AR (ASU) — The Arkansas State baseball program announced Tuesday that dates have been set and registration is open for the 2013 Tommy Raffo ASU Summer Baseball Camps. Three camps are scheduled
JONESBORO, AR (ASU) — The Arkansas State baseball program announced Tuesday that dates have been set and registration is open for the 2013 Tommy Raffo ASU Summer Baseball Camps. Three camps are scheduled
Tuesday, May 21 2013 2:27 PM EDT2013-05-21 18:27:59 GMT
CONWAY (AHSAA.org) – The Arkansas Activities Association announced the head coaches and coaching staffs for the 2013 Arkansas Army National Guard/Arkansas High School Coaches Association All-Star Baseball,
CONWAY (AHSAA.org) – The Arkansas Activities Association announced the head coaches and coaching staffs for the 2013 Arkansas Army National Guard/Arkansas High School Coaches Association All-Star Baseball,
Tuesday, May 21 2013 2:24 PM EDT2013-05-21 18:24:53 GMT
JONESBORO, Ark. (AStateRedWolves.com) – Arkansas State sophomore center Bryce Giddens is one of 44 players across the country who have been named to the 2013 Rimington Trophy's spring watch list, announced
The Rimington Trophy is presented annually to the nation's premier college center, and Giddens joins Tom Castilaw (2011) and Tanner Jenkins (2006) as all-time Arkansas State players to earn a spot on the award's watch list.
Tuesday, May 21 2013 5:48 AM EDT2013-05-21 09:48:24 GMT
The Following is an editorial by Region 8 Sports Anchor Blake Guinn. Words in Italics are the words of Blake Guinn. The Setup: The Arkansas State baseball team will enter the Sun Belt Conference tournament
The Arkansas State baseball team will enter the Sun Belt Conference tournament on Wednesday as the cellar 8 seed of the bracket playing the 1 seed Troy. They lost a weekend series against UALR in the final series of the season.
Monday, May 20 2013 6:29 PM EDT2013-05-20 22:29:11 GMT
CHICAGO (KAIT) - Another Red Wolf will have an opportunity to play pro football indoors. The Chicago Rush have signed Zack McKnight. He was the 2012 winner of the Gary Withrow Award, given annually to
CHICAGO (KAIT) - Another Red Wolf will have an opportunity to play pro football indoors. The Chicago Rush have signed Zack McKnight. He was the 2012 winner of the Gary Withrow Award, given annually to
Monday, May 20 2013 6:03 PM EDT2013-05-20 22:03:15 GMT
(WMC-TV) - With the biggest Grizzlies game yet and a sold out Paul McCartney show, the FedExForum is preparing for a busy weekend. "To have a western Conference final, then a major, major concert. He's
With the biggest Grizzlies game yet and a sold out Paul McCartney show, the FedExForum is preparing for a busy weekend.
Monday, May 20 2013 5:47 PM EDT2013-05-20 21:47:57 GMT
Central Islip, NY (LIDucks.com) – The Long Island Ducks announced the signing of infielder Murray Watts and the acquisition of P.J. Phillips from the New Jersey Jackals of the Canadian-American Association
Central Islip, NY (LIDucks.com) – The Long Island Ducks announced the signing of infielder Murray Watts and the acquisition of P.J. Phillips from the New Jersey Jackals of the Canadian-American Association
Monday, May 20 2013 5:14 PM EDT2013-05-20 21:14:54 GMT
HOOVER, Ala. (ArkansasRazorbacks.com) – Arkansas junior pitcher Barrett Astin has been recognized for his work off the field as he was named to the SEC Baseball Community Service Team on Monday. A
HOOVER, Ala. (ArkansasRazorbacks.com) – Arkansas junior pitcher Barrett Astin has been recognized for his work off the field as he was named to the SEC Baseball Community Service Team on Monday. A
Monday, May 20 2013 5:06 PM EDT2013-05-20 21:06:51 GMT
Walnut Ridge, Ark. (WBCSports.com) – The majority of minds in the Williams Baptist College student body have entered into summer mode, focusing on summer jobs, vacations and mission trips. However, that
Walnut Ridge, Ark. (WBCSports.com) – The majority of minds in the Williams Baptist College student body have entered into summer mode, focusing on summer jobs, vacations and mission trips. However, that
Monday, May 20 2013 9:19 AM EDT2013-05-20 13:19:58 GMT
The St. Louis Cardinals will promote rookie lefty Tyler Lyons from the minors to make his major league debut in place of injured Jaime Garcia on Wednesday. They've also plugged Mitchell Boggs back into the...
The St. Louis Cardinals will promote rookie lefty Tyler Lyons from the minors to make his major league debut in place of injured Jaime Garcia on Wednesday. They've also plugged Mitchell Boggs back into the bullpen mix.
Sunday, May 19 2013 7:45 AM EDT2013-05-19 11:45:19 GMT
(WMC-TV) - The Grizzlies will begin its series against the San Antonio Spurs Sunday afternoon. Tickets for the first game in the series at FedExForum will go on sale Saturday at noon. Playoff tickets
Tickets for the first game in the series at FedExForum were gone in less than an hour, marking the team's sixteenth and seventeenth postseason sellouts.
Wednesday, May 22 2013 1:24 PM EDT2013-05-22 17:24:31 GMT
DESTIN, FL (KAIT) - Sun Belt Conference Commissioner Karl Benson spoke to the media Wednesday morning to report new business after the conclusion of the spring meetings in Destin, Florida this week. The
The summary of no title game for football is no change for fans, the Sun Belt Conference has never had a title game for football. But their lack of desire to pursue one is sudden and change of pace for Benson, who was rapidly pursuing teams to fill voids in the conference and as he said earlier this year, to get to 12 teams.
Wednesday, May 22 2013 1:15 PM EDT2013-05-22 17:15:27 GMT
DESTIN, FL (SBC) – With eyes set to the future, the Sun Belt Conference concluded its annual Spring Meeting in Destin, Florida on Wednesday. "Over the last four days we have conducted a great deal
DESTIN, FL (SBC) – With eyes set to the future, the Sun Belt Conference concluded its annual Spring Meeting in Destin, Florida on Wednesday. "Over the last four days we have conducted a great deal
Wednesday, May 22 2013 9:56 AM EDT2013-05-22 13:56:26 GMT
From Arkansas State UniversityThe 2013 NCAA Division I Outdoor Track and Field West Preliminary Championships will be held this week (May 23-25) for selected members of the Arkansas State University
The 2013 NCAA Division I Outdoor Track and Field West Preliminary Championships will be held this week (May 23-25) for selected members of the Arkansas State University women's and men's track & field teams in Austin, Texas.
Tuesday, May 21 2013 10:38 PM EDT2013-05-22 02:38:33 GMT
DESTIN, Fla. (AStateRedWolves.com) – The Sun Belt Conference announced Tuesday that former Arkansas State quarterback Ryan Aplin has been named the league's 2012-13 Male Student-Athlete of the Year, making
DESTIN, Fla. (AStateRedWolves.com) – The Sun Belt Conference announced Tuesday that former Arkansas State quarterback Ryan Aplin has been named the league's 2012-13 Male Student-Athlete of the Year, making
Tuesday, May 21 2013 10:32 PM EDT2013-05-22 02:32:46 GMT
Lafayette, La. (AStateRedWolves.com) – Arkansas State senior Daniel Wright has been named to the 2013 First-Team All-Sun Belt Conference Baseball Team, the league announced Tuesday at its annual family
Lafayette, La. (AStateRedWolves.com) – Arkansas State senior Daniel Wright has been named to the 2013 First-Team All-Sun Belt Conference Baseball Team, the league announced Tuesday at its annual family
Tuesday, May 21 2013 7:19 PM EDT2013-05-21 23:19:26 GMT
JONESBORO, AR (KAIT) - Senior Daniel Wright will start the Arkansas State baseball teams Sun Belt Conference Tournament opening game against 1 seed Troy on Wednesday. For Wright, earning the title as this
The casual Red Wolves baseball fan might not even have known who Wright was before this season began, but to anyone who spent anytime at the ballpark the last two season, he was pretty hard to miss. Wright led the Red Wolves in appearances in 2011 and was near the top in 2012.
Tuesday, May 21 2013 5:53 PM EDT2013-05-21 21:53:51 GMT
JONESBORO, Ark. (AStateRedWolves.com) – Arkansas State senior defensive lineman Ryan Carrethers has earned a spot on CBSSports.com's 2013 "Freaks List," which annually recognizes some of the top college
JONESBORO, Ark. (AStateRedWolves.com) – Arkansas State senior defensive lineman Ryan Carrethers has earned a spot on CBSSports.com's 2013 "Freaks List," which annually recognizes some of the top college
Tuesday, May 21 2013 3:37 PM EDT2013-05-21 19:37:55 GMT
GAME 56 Date: May 22, 2013 First Pitch: 12:30 p.m. Location: Lafayette, La. Stadium: M.L. "Tigue" Moore Field (3,755) Radio: East Arkansas Broadcasters 95.3 FM The Ticket
Arkansas State will start senior right-hander Daniel Wright on Wednesday. Daniel is 6-4 on the season with a 3.17 ERA and 93 strikeouts. His strikeout total ranks second in the league and his earned run average is fourth best in the league.
Tuesday, May 21 2013 3:34 PM EDT2013-05-21 19:34:07 GMT
JONESBORO, AR (ASU) — The Arkansas State baseball program announced Tuesday that dates have been set and registration is open for the 2013 Tommy Raffo ASU Summer Baseball Camps. Three camps are scheduled
JONESBORO, AR (ASU) — The Arkansas State baseball program announced Tuesday that dates have been set and registration is open for the 2013 Tommy Raffo ASU Summer Baseball Camps. Three camps are scheduled
Tuesday, May 21 2013 2:24 PM EDT2013-05-21 18:24:53 GMT
JONESBORO, Ark. (AStateRedWolves.com) – Arkansas State sophomore center Bryce Giddens is one of 44 players across the country who have been named to the 2013 Rimington Trophy's spring watch list, announced
The Rimington Trophy is presented annually to the nation's premier college center, and Giddens joins Tom Castilaw (2011) and Tanner Jenkins (2006) as all-time Arkansas State players to earn a spot on the award's watch list.
Wednesday, May 22 2013 1:52 PM EDT2013-05-22 17:52:57 GMT
FAYETTEVILLE, AR (U of A) – CBS made it official Wednesday as the network, along with the Southeastern Conference, announced the Arkansas-LSU football game in 2013 will take place Friday, Nov. 29, in Baton
CBS made it official Wednesday as the network, along with the Southeastern Conference, announced the Arkansas-LSU football game in 2013 will take place Friday, Nov. 29, in Baton Rouge.
Tuesday, May 21 2013 3:48 PM EDT2013-05-21 19:48:30 GMT
FAYETTEVILLE, AR (U of A) – Senior Austin Cook of the No. 12 University of Arkansas men's golf team was named a first-team Capital One Academic All-District VI selection by the College Sports Information
FAYETTEVILLE, AR (U of A) – Senior Austin Cook of the No. 12 University of Arkansas men's golf team was named a first-team Capital One Academic All-District VI selection by the College Sports Information
Tuesday, May 21 2013 5:49 AM EDT2013-05-21 09:49:40 GMT
By DAVID BRANDT AP Sports Writer Vanderbilt and LSU are the favorites to win this week's Southeastern Conference tournament after mowing through regular-season play with uncommon ease.
By DAVID BRANDT AP Sports Writer Vanderbilt and LSU are the favorites to win this week's Southeastern Conference tournament after mowing through regular-season play with uncommon ease.
Monday, May 20 2013 11:45 PM EDT2013-05-21 03:45:01 GMT
HOUSTON (AP) - Matt Dominguez hit a three-run homer and Jason Castro added a solo shot to give the Houston Astros a 6-5 win over the Kansas City Royals on Monday night. The Astros trailed by one in the
HOUSTON (AP) - Matt Dominguez hit a three-run homer and Jason Castro added a solo shot to give the Houston Astros a 6-5 win over the Kansas City Royals on Monday night. The Astros trailed by one in the
Monday, May 20 2013 10:37 PM EDT2013-05-21 02:37:56 GMT
RALEIGH, NC (ESPN.com) - Brandon Mitchell will enroll at NC State, the former Arkansas quarterback said Monday. Mitchell also considered Michigan, UAB, Louisiana Tech and Northwestern State. "I like
RALEIGH, NC (ESPN.com) - Brandon Mitchell will enroll at NC State, the former Arkansas quarterback said Monday. Mitchell also considered Michigan, UAB, Louisiana Tech and Northwestern State. "I like
Monday, May 20 2013 5:14 PM EDT2013-05-20 21:14:54 GMT
HOOVER, Ala. (ArkansasRazorbacks.com) – Arkansas junior pitcher Barrett Astin has been recognized for his work off the field as he was named to the SEC Baseball Community Service Team on Monday. A
HOOVER, Ala. (ArkansasRazorbacks.com) – Arkansas junior pitcher Barrett Astin has been recognized for his work off the field as he was named to the SEC Baseball Community Service Team on Monday. A
Monday, May 20 2013 8:59 AM EDT2013-05-20 12:59:40 GMT
HOOVER, AL (U of A) – The No. 13 Arkansas baseball team has earned the No. 3 seed and a first round bye in next week's Southeastern Conference Tournament, scheduled for May 21-26 at the Hoover Metropolitan
HOOVER, AL (U of A) – The No. 13 Arkansas baseball team has earned the No. 3 seed and a first round bye in next week's Southeastern Conference Tournament, scheduled for May 21-26 at the Hoover Metropolitan
Monday, May 20 2013 12:14 AM EDT2013-05-20 04:14:30 GMT
NORMAN, OK (AP) - Lauren Chamberlain scored three runs and hit a three-run homer Sunday to help Oklahoma to a 14-1 victory over Arkansas to win the Norman Regional. Oklahoma (50-4) advances to a Super
NORMAN, OK (AP) - Lauren Chamberlain scored three runs and hit a three-run homer Sunday to help Oklahoma to a 14-1 victory over Arkansas to win the Norman Regional. Oklahoma (50-4) advances to a Super
Monday, May 20 2013 12:07 AM EDT2013-05-20 04:07:22 GMT
FAYETTEVILLE, AR (AP) - Arkansas lost two of three games at Auburn over the weekend, but the Razorbacks still claimed the third seed for the Southeastern Conference tournament. The Razorbacks get a
The Razorbacks get a first-round bye Tuesday and will play Wednesday in the early game at Hoover, Ala. First pitch is set for 9:30 a.m.
Tuesday, May 21 2013 3:48 PM EDT2013-05-21 19:48:30 GMT
FAYETTEVILLE, AR (U of A) – Senior Austin Cook of the No. 12 University of Arkansas men's golf team was named a first-team Capital One Academic All-District VI selection by the College Sports Information
FAYETTEVILLE, AR (U of A) – Senior Austin Cook of the No. 12 University of Arkansas men's golf team was named a first-team Capital One Academic All-District VI selection by the College Sports Information
Tuesday, May 21 2013 2:27 PM EDT2013-05-21 18:27:59 GMT
CONWAY (AHSAA.org) – The Arkansas Activities Association announced the head coaches and coaching staffs for the 2013 Arkansas Army National Guard/Arkansas High School Coaches Association All-Star Baseball,
CONWAY (AHSAA.org) – The Arkansas Activities Association announced the head coaches and coaching staffs for the 2013 Arkansas Army National Guard/Arkansas High School Coaches Association All-Star Baseball,
Monday, May 20 2013 5:47 PM EDT2013-05-20 21:47:57 GMT
Central Islip, NY (LIDucks.com) – The Long Island Ducks announced the signing of infielder Murray Watts and the acquisition of P.J. Phillips from the New Jersey Jackals of the Canadian-American Association
Central Islip, NY (LIDucks.com) – The Long Island Ducks announced the signing of infielder Murray Watts and the acquisition of P.J. Phillips from the New Jersey Jackals of the Canadian-American Association
Monday, May 20 2013 5:14 PM EDT2013-05-20 21:14:54 GMT
HOOVER, Ala. (ArkansasRazorbacks.com) – Arkansas junior pitcher Barrett Astin has been recognized for his work off the field as he was named to the SEC Baseball Community Service Team on Monday. A
HOOVER, Ala. (ArkansasRazorbacks.com) – Arkansas junior pitcher Barrett Astin has been recognized for his work off the field as he was named to the SEC Baseball Community Service Team on Monday. A
Sunday, May 19 2013 2:29 AM EDT2013-05-19 06:29:22 GMT
FAYETTEVILLE, AR (KAIT) - The Jonesboro Hurricane baseball team had never won a state title in the rich sports history of their school. That all changed with a come from behind win on Saturday at Baum
The Hurricane fell behind 4-0 in the late innings to 1 seed Greenwood and heading into the 6th inning things appeared to be bleak. But a big home run by Will McCauley pulled Jonesboro back up and helped close the deficit.
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Wednesday, May 22 2013 9:40 AM EDT2013-05-22 13:40:20 GMT
HOOVER, Ala. (AP) - Mitch Slauter's two-out single scored Kyle Hann in the 17th inning, giving Mississippi State a 2-1 victory over Missouri Tuesday night in the opening round of the SEC baseball tournament. The
Mitch Slauter's two-out single scored Kyle Hann in the 17th inning, giving Mississippi State a 2-1 victory over Missouri Tuesday night in the opening round of the SEC baseball tournament.
Monday, May 20 2013 5:06 PM EDT2013-05-20 21:06:51 GMT
Walnut Ridge, Ark. (WBCSports.com) – The majority of minds in the Williams Baptist College student body have entered into summer mode, focusing on summer jobs, vacations and mission trips. However, that
Walnut Ridge, Ark. (WBCSports.com) – The majority of minds in the Williams Baptist College student body have entered into summer mode, focusing on summer jobs, vacations and mission trips. However, that
Wednesday, May 15 2013 10:49 PM EDT2013-05-16 02:49:39 GMT
Claremore, Okla. (WBCSports.com) – The sixth ranked Williams Baptist College softball squad came into Wednesday with its back against the wall, needing two wins to advance to the NAIA National Championship
The Lady Eagles beat Rogers State twice on Wednesday. WBC travels to Columbus, Georgia next week. The tournament will be made up of the final 10 teams and be played May 24-30.
Tuesday, May 14 2013 4:41 PM EDT2013-05-14 20:41:25 GMT
BIRMINGHAM (AP) - Teams from the Southeastern Conference and Big 12 will meet in basketball next season. The leagues announced the Big 12/SEC Challenge on Tuesday with matchups including Kansas at Florida
BIRMINGHAM (AP) - Teams from the Southeastern Conference and Big 12 will meet in basketball next season. The leagues announced the Big 12/SEC Challenge on Tuesday with matchups including Kansas at Florida
Monday, May 13 2013 10:45 PM EDT2013-05-14 02:45:05 GMT
Claremore, Okla. (WBCSports.com) – There was little evidence of jitters in the opening round of the NAIA National Tournament for sixth ranked Williams Baptist College. The Lady Eagles softball team exploded
Claremore, Okla. (WBCSports.com) – There was little evidence of jitters in the opening round of the NAIA National Tournament for sixth ranked Williams Baptist College. The Lady Eagles softball team exploded
Monday, May 13 2013 6:05 PM EDT2013-05-13 22:05:24 GMT
The Southeast Missouri State University baseball team clinched the sixth seed in the Ohio Valley Conference Baseball Tournament set to be played May 22-26.
The Southeast Missouri State University baseball team clinched the sixth seed in the Ohio Valley Conference Baseball Tournament set to be played May 22-26.
Monday, May 13 2013 11:42 AM EDT2013-05-13 15:42:57 GMT
BATESVILLE, Ark. (LyonScots.com) – A proven winner, a multi-sport athlete in college and self-proclaimed teacher of the game, Travis Owen becomes the fifth head coach of the Lyon College softball program
BATESVILLE, Ark. (LyonScots.com) – A proven winner, a multi-sport athlete in college and self-proclaimed teacher of the game, Travis Owen becomes the fifth head coach of the Lyon College softball program
By The Associated Press The massive tornado that ripped through a handful of Oklahoma City suburbs and killed at least 50 people grabbed the attention of the sports world on Monday, especially the...
By The Associated Press The massive tornado that ripped through a handful of Oklahoma City suburbs and killed at least 50 people grabbed the attention of the sports world on Monday, especially the players...
Stephen Strasburg pitched a career-high eight innings against his hometown Padres, and Bryce Harper and Adam LaRoche homered to lead the Washington Nationals to a 6-2 victory against San Diego on Thursday night.
O.J. Simpson, a former star athlete who once lived for the spotlight, was back on stage telling the grim story of the Las Vegas afternoon in 2007 that sent him to prison.
The lead defense attorney in O.J. Simpson's armed robbery trial had a conflict of interest because he could have been a witness in the case, a lawyer who worked on Simpson's unsuccessful appeal to the Nevada Supreme...
By HOWARD FENDRICH AP Tennis Writer The U.S. Open tennis tournament will leave CBS after nearly a half-century and move all TV coverage to cable starting in 2015 under an 11-year contract with ESPN.
By HOWARD FENDRICH AP Tennis Writer The U.S. Open tennis tournament will leave CBS after nearly a half-century and move all TV coverage to cable starting in 2015 under an 11-year contract with ESPN.
More than four years after the world last heard from O.J. Simpson in court, one of the nation's most famous prisoners speaks again Wednesday in a bid to win freedom from a sentence that could keep him behind bars...
His leg shackles rattling as he shuffled to and from the witness stand, O.J. Simpson made his own case Wednesday for a new trial on armed robbery charges with testimony that he relied on the advice of his trusted attorney...
Penn State coach Bill O'Brien fervently disputes suggestions raised in a report that player medical care has been compromised after the team doctor was replaced.
Penn State coach Bill O'Brien is fervently disputing suggestions raised in a report that player medical care has been compromised after the team doctor was replaced.
World amateur boxing association chief C. K. Wu of Taiwan has confirmed his intention to run for president of the International Olympic Committee.
C.K. Wu confirmed Thursday he is running for president of the International Olympic Committee, becoming the fourth candidate and the second from Asia bidding to replace Jacques Rogge.
It could have been the perfect matchup to cap an unforgettable game. LeBron James driving to the rim to face Roy Hibbert, one play to decide Game 1 of the Eastern Conference finals.
It could have been the perfect matchup to cap an unforgettable game. LeBron James driving to the rim to face Roy Hibbert, one play to decide Game 1 of the Eastern Conference finals.
By NANCY ARMOUR AP National Writer Two weeks ago, a game between Roma and AC Milan in Italy's top soccer league was halted for almost two minutes after black Milan players were subjected to...
By NANCY ARMOUR AP National Writer Imagine Derek Jeter leading the New York Yankees off the field because opposing fans were yelling racial slurs and throwing bananas at his team. Or a game between the...
LeBron James made a layup as time expired in overtime, and the Miami Heat found a way to beat the Indiana Pacers 103-102 in a wild Game 1 of the Eastern Conference finals Wednesday night.
LeBron James caught the inbounds pass, changed direction and immediately attacked the rim.
Jarome Iginla and James Neal each scored twice and the Pittsburgh Penguins routed the Ottawa Senators 7-3 on Wednesday night to take a 3-1 lead in the Eastern Conference semifinal series.
Sidney Crosby was careful not to get too far ahead of himself after helping the Pittsburgh Penguins rout the Ottawa Senators for a 3-1 lead in the Eastern Conference semifinal series.
Brian Anderson scored on a wild pitch in the 10th inning to give Arkansas a 2-1 victory over Mississippi in the second round of the Southeastern Conference tournament on Wednesday.
Heavy rain and high winds brought by recent storms did some damage to the Arkansas corn, winter wheat and hay crops. The University of Arkansas Division of Agriculture said yesterday that high winds in places either...
Demarcus Henderson and Wes Rea both had RBI singles in the ninth inning to lift Mississippi State to a 5-3 win over South Carolina Wednesday night in the second round of the Southeastern Conference tournament.
Demarcus Henderson and Wes Rea both had RBI singles in the ninth inning to lift Mississippi State to a 5-3 win over South Carolina Wednesday night in the second round of the Southeastern Conference tournament.
Ray Parker pitched eight-plus innings to lead Texas A&M to a 5-0 victory over top-seeded Vanderbilt on Wednesday in the second round of the Southeastern Conference baseball tournament.
Ray Parker pitched eight-plus innings to lead Texas A&M to a 5-0 victory over top-seeded Vanderbilt on Wednesday in the second round of the Southeastern Conference baseball tournament.
The Missouri softball team hopes its NCAA Super Regional rematch with Washington ends with a return to the Women's College World Series after a one-year absence.
The Missouri softball team hopes its NCAA Super Regional rematch with Washington ends with a return to the Women's College World Series after a one-year absence.
Tyler Lyons pitched seven solid innings in his major league debut on the same day St. Louis lost Jaime Garcia for the season, and the Cardinals beat the San Diego Padres 5-3 on Wednesday night.
Tyler Lyons pitched seven solid innings in his major league debut last night, leading the St. Louis Cardinals to a 5-3 victory over the San Diego Padres. Matt Holliday hit an RBI triple and Yadier Molina had four hits to...
Tyler Lyons pitched seven solid innings in his major league debut on the same day St. Louis lost Jaime Garcia for the season, and the Cardinals beat the San Diego Padres 5-3 on Wednesday night.
Tyler Lyons pitched seven solid innings in his major league debut on the same day St. Louis lost Jaime Garcia for the season, and the Cardinals beat the San Diego Padres 5-3 on Wednesday night.
Demarcus Henderson and Wes Rea both had RBI singles in the ninth inning to lift Mississippi State to a 5-3 win over South Carolina Wednesday night in the second round of the Southeastern Conference tournament.
Demarcus Henderson and Wes Rea both had RBI singles in the ninth inning to lift Mississippi State to a 5-3 win over South Carolina Wednesday night in the second round of the Southeastern Conference tournament.
Demarcus Henderson and Wes Rea both had RBI singles in the ninth inning to lift Mississippi State to a 5-3 win over South Carolina Wednesday night in the second round of the Southeastern Conference tournament. The Bulldogs...
Ray Parker pitched eight-plus innings to lead Texas A&M to a 5-0 victory over top-seeded Vanderbilt on Wednesday in the second round of the Southeastern Conference baseball tournament.
Ray Parker pitched eight-plus innings to lead Texas A&M to a 5-0 victory over top-seeded Vanderbilt on Wednesday in the second round of the Southeastern Conference baseball tournament.
San Antonio Spurs point guard Tony Parker plans to have an MRI on Thursday on his troublesome left calf, although he doesn't expect to miss any playing time in the Western Conference finals.
San Antonio Spurs point guard Tony Parker plans to have an MRI on Thursday on his troublesome left calf, although he doesn't expect to miss any playing time in the Western Conference finals.
Tony Parker had 15 points and a career playoff-high 18 assists, Tim Duncan scored San Antonio's first six points of overtime and the Spurs bounced back after squandering a 13-point lead in the fourth quarter to...
Tony Parker had 15 points and a career playoff-high 18 assists, Tim Duncan scored San Antonio's first six points of overtime and the Spurs bounced back after squandering a 13-point lead in the fourth quarter to beat the...
The stick and ball sports have their All-Star games but, it is usually more of a social event instead of a hard fought competition. NASCAR's version places the past season's best teams against each other
The stick-and-ball sports have their All-Star games but they are usually more a social event than a hard-fought competition. NASCAR's version places the past season's best teams against each other with the winner leaving with at least a million dollars in their pocket.
Photo Credit: Jerry Markland / Getty Images for NASCAR
Located just a few miles from the Hendrick Motorsport's complex and just down the road from Lowe's headquarters, Charlotte Motorspeedway is the perfect spot for Jimmie Johnson to dominate.
Located just a few miles from the Hendrick Motorsport's complex and just down the road from Lowe's headquarters, Charlotte Motorspeedway is the perfect spot for Jimmie Johnson to dominate.
Richard Petty, Jeff Gordon, and Dale Earnhardt Sr. are but a few of the sports greats who have gone to victory lane in the Southern 500. Matt Kenseth can now add his name to that historic trophy after
Richard Petty, Jeff Gordon and Dale Earnhardt Sr. are but a few of the sports greats who have gone to victory lane in the Southern 500. Matt Kenseth can now add his name to that historic trophy after a late surge took him to the win Saturday night.
Last week's white knuckle action at Talladega pitted driver against driver. This week it's a battle of another form as they try to defeat a "Track Too Tough to Tame" in Darlington, South Carolina. Darlington
Last week's white-knuckle action at Talladega pitted driver against driver. This week it's a battle of another form as they try to defeat a "Track Too Tough to Tame" in Darlington, SC.
Talladega Speedway has long been known for its exciting racing action. However, the fans at Sunday's Aaron's 499 Cup Series event experienced some additional excitement in another form as a large thunderstorm
Talladega Speedway has long been known for its exciting racing action. However, the fans at Sunday's Aaron's 499 Cup Series event experienced some additional excitement in another form as a large thunderstorm with one-eighth-inch hail that halted the event with 63 laps to go.