Wizbang Sports: March 2009 Archives

One in five of China's athletes lie about their age

Posted by Bill Jempty · Published: March 13, 2009 · Comments (5)

Is anyone shocked by this news? An x-ray analysis of the bones of competitors in the Youth Games in the southern Chinese province of Guangdong discovered that 3,000 of the 15,000 athletes, or 20 per cent, had misrepresented their age. Two thousand of them were too old to be eligible... [Full Story]

Rating: 2.8/ (6 votes cast)

Memo to Jeff Gordon- It's the economy stupid

Posted by Bill Jempty · Published: March 10, 2009

The NASCAR driver was surprised by the empty seats last weekend in Atlanta. Despite warm temperatures and sunny skies, Atlanta Motor Speedway was a tough draw on Sunday. Though the announced crowd was 94,400, the grandstands were at most two-thirds full for the Cup race. "To me, this is some... [Full Story]

Rating: 2.6/ (5 votes cast)

QB Alex Smith to stay in San Francisco

Posted by Bill Jempty · Published: March 10, 2009

The former #1 pick of the 2005 NFL draft and the 49ers re-worked the contract they had. San Francisco 49ers quarterback Alex Smith has had a disappointing start to his career, but he was adamant about one thing -- he wanted to stay. As a result of his loyalty, Smith... [Full Story]

Rating: 2.2/ (5 votes cast)

NHL Left Winger Gary Roberts announces his retirement

Posted by Bill Jempty · Published: March 10, 2009

This news comes as no surprise. As Roberts said this would be his last season, even before his recent year-ending injury. Good luck in retirement Gary. ... [Full Story]

Rating: 2/ (4 votes cast)

The return of Maria Sharapova

Posted by Bill Jempty · Published: March 10, 2009 · Comments (1)

During her layoff, Sharapova has dropped from 1st to 23rd in the World rankings. From AP- Maria Sharapova is returning to the WTA Tour this week, ending her injury absence of more than seven months by playing doubles at an event in Indian Wells, Calif. Sharapova, who missed the last... [Full Story]

Rating: 2/ (4 votes cast)

Jacksonville Jaguar Matt Jones arrested after violating plea deal

Posted by Bill Jempty · Published: March 10, 2009

He admitted in court to using alcohol. From the Jacksonville Times-Union The career of Jaguars receiver Matt Jones took another damaging turn Monday when he was booked into the Washington County Detention Center in Fayetteville, Ark., for violating terms of the plea deal that placed him in a drug intervention... [Full Story]

Rating: 2/ (7 votes cast)

Torrey Pines to host 2009 LPGA tournament

Posted by Bill Jempty · Published: March 10, 2009

The course hosted last year's US Open won by Tiger Woods. From AP- Torrey Pines Golf Course will host an LPGA Tour event for the first time in 27 years under an agreement to hold the Samsung World Championship on the South Course in September. The Samsung World Championship, to... [Full Story]

Rating: 2/ (4 votes cast)

Tampa Bay Buccaneer Linebacker stabbed by girlfriend

Posted by Bill Jempty · Published: March 10, 2009

Hayes was a 6th round pick in the 2008 NFL draft out of Florida State. From ESPN- Authorities say the girlfriend of Tampa Bay Buccaneers linebacker Geno Hayes stabbed him in the head and in the neck. A Hillsborough County Sheriff's spokeswoman says Hayes was taken to a hospital by... [Full Story]

Rating: 3.4/ (5 votes cast)

FL Panther Nathan Horton to miss 2-4 weeks

Posted by Bill Jempty · Published: March 9, 2009

This injury couldn't have come at a worse time for a team trying to make the playoffs for the first time in 9 years. With just 16 games left in the regular season, including a two-game road trip starting today against teams also vying for playoffs spots, the last thing... [Full Story]

Rating: 2.5/ (4 votes cast)

Stampeding fans lead to scoring error

Posted by Bill Jempty · Published: March 9, 2009

Some Ivy Leaguers have basketball fever. From AP- A jubilant throng of Cornell fans surging onto the court led to a scoring mistake when the Big Red clinched the Ivy League title by beating Penn on Friday night. Cornell won the game 83-58 -- or so everyone thought. A Cornell... [Full Story]

Rating: 2/ (4 votes cast)

The mighty have fallen- U of Kentucky will accept NIT Bid if offered

Posted by Bill Jempty · Published: March 9, 2009 · Comments (1)

The last time the school played in that tournament was 30 years ago. From ESPN- The three letters Kentucky fans would rather spit than say may soon be coming to fruition. And if the Wildcats' postseason disintegrates to the NIT -- a seemingly likely scenario after UK's 60-53 loss to... [Full Story]

Rating: 2.4/ (5 votes cast)

Divison II School's Pitchers throw back to back no-hitters

Posted by Bill Jempty · Published: March 9, 2009

There have been back to back no-hitters in pro baseball on at least two occasions, but never by the same team in both games. From AP- Two games, two pitchers and no hits allowed for St. Augustine's College. Brandon Stewart and Ryan Wood each threw seven-inning no-hitters for Saint Augustine's... [Full Story]

Rating: 2.2/ (4 votes cast)

Montreal Canadiens fire Coach Guy Carbonneau

Posted by Bill Jempty · Published: March 9, 2009

General Manager and former coach Bob Gainey will be standing behind the bench beginning tomorrow. From ESPN- Guy Carbonneau was fired as coach of the struggling Montreal Canadiens, hockey's most historic franchise that is in danger of missing the playoffs in its 100th season. The timing of Monday's move was... [Full Story]

Rating: 2/ (4 votes cast)

Y.E. Yang wins the Honda Classic

Posted by Bill Jempty · Published: March 8, 2009

He becomes only the second Korean to win on the PGA Tour Alone in front throughout, Yang shot a final round of 2-under 68 Sunday to finish one shot ahead of John Rollins and pick up his first PGA Tour victory. The Korean took command with three straight birdies on... [Full Story]

Rating: 2.2/ (5 votes cast)

Six is it- Charlotte beats NY 114-105

Posted by Bill Jempty · Published: March 8, 2009

With the win the Bobcats pull within one game of the last Eastern playoff spot. From AP- They have compiled the longest winning streak in franchise history. Not only that, but the Charlotte Bobcats also own the longest streak in the Eastern Conference. "The second. It's got to be, because... [Full Story]

Rating: 3/ (3 votes cast)

Shuffle off to Buffalo- WR Terrell Owens has a new home

Posted by Bill Jempty · Published: March 8, 2009

Does Bills management honestly think TO will make them a playoff team? From AP- Terrell Owens needed only two days to find another place to play. The Buffalo Bills decided to take a chance on the talented but high-maintenance receiver, signing Owens to a $6.5 million, one-year deal Saturday. The... [Full Story]

Rating: 5/ (2 votes cast)

Does it look as if I need help?- Columbus routs Detroit 8-2

Posted by Bill Jempty · Published: March 8, 2009

Left Winger Rick Nash scored an unusual hat trick. From AP- The Columbus Blue Jackets gave their playoff hopes a boost -- and set a couple of team records, too. Rick Nash had his fourth career hat trick -- his second against Detroit this season and third overall against the... [Full Story]

Rating: 3/ (2 votes cast)

Ji-Yai Shin wins HSBC Women's Champions

Posted by Bill Jempty · Published: March 8, 2009

It took all of three LPGA tournaments in 2009 before a South Korean took home the winner's trophy. South Korean star Jiyai Shin won the HSBC Women's Champions on Sunday for her fourth LPGA Tour title in eight months, shooting her second straight 6-under 66 for a two-stroke victory over... [Full Story]

Rating: 5/ (2 votes cast)

Former Detroit Pistons coach Chuck Daly diagnosed with cancer

Posted by Bill Jempty · Published: March 6, 2009

He coached in the Motor city for nine seasons. From AP- Former Detroit Pistons coach Chuck Daly has been diagnosed with pancreatic cancer. The team says Friday that Daly "is being treated for the cancer and his family is requesting privacy." The 78-year-old Daly coached the Pistons to NBA championships... [Full Story]

Rating: 4.5/ (2 votes cast)

Florida Panthers acquire Defenseman Steve Eminger from Tampa Bay

Posted by Bill Jempty · Published: March 5, 2009 · Comments (1)

In return Florida sent D Noah Welch and a 3rd round pick. From Sports Network- The Florida Panthers did make a trade involving a defenseman on Wednesday, however, it didn't involve Jay Bouwmeester. Instead, they acquired defenseman Steve Eminger from the Tampa Bay Lightning in exchange for defenseman Noah Welch... [Full Story]

Rating: 3.5/ (2 votes cast)

Dallas Cowboys release WR Terrell Owens

Posted by Bill Jempty · Published: March 5, 2009

The drama level for America's team has to be considered cut by at least a third. From AP- Jerry Jones made it clear, both in action and words: Getting rid of Terrell Owens means a fresh start for the Dallas Cowboys. T.O. was released Thursday, ending a three-year run that... [Full Story]

Rating: 3.5/ (2 votes cast)

Private search on for missing NFL players in Gulf of Mexico

Posted by Bill Jempty · Published: March 5, 2009

This comes after the Coast Guard called off their search. From AP- Family and friends refused to give up the search for two NFL players and a third man missing four days in the Gulf of Mexico, enlisting private boats and planes to comb the waters off the Florida coast.... [Full Story]

Rating: 5/ (2 votes cast)

WR Laveranues Coles signs with the Cincinnati Bengals

Posted by Bill Jempty · Published: March 5, 2009

A source says the deal is four years and for 28 million dollars. From ESPN- A day after losing wide receiver T.J. Houshmandzadeh, the Cincinnati Bengals replaced him by agreeing to a contract with former New York Jets wide receiver Laveranues Coles. Coles agreed to a four-year, $28 million deal,... [Full Story]

Rating: 4.5/ (2 votes cast)

Let the trading begin- Columbus sends Goalie Pascal Leclaire to Ottawa

Posted by Bill Jempty · Published: March 4, 2009

The NHL trading deadline is four hours away. From CBC Sports- The Ottawa Senators traded forward Antoine Vermette to the Columbus Blue Jackets on Wednesday. In exchange, Ottawa receives goaltender Pascal LeClaire and a second-round pick in the 2009 NHL draft. Vermette, 26, has nine goals and 19 assists in... [Full Story]

Rating: 1/ (1 votes cast)

Miami Dolphins release DE Vonnie Holiday

Posted by Bill Jempty · Published: March 3, 2009

He spent four years playing for the fins. From ESPN- In the span of about 16 hours, two of the Miami Dolphins' most amiable and quotable players have hit the trail. The Dolphins are releasing defensive end Vonnie Holliday for financial reasons. He was due a $1.5 million roster bonus... [Full Story]

Rating: 4.8/ (6 votes cast)

Former NY Yankee pitcher Tom Sturdivant dead at 78

Posted by Bill Jempty · Published: March 3, 2009

He won 59 games in a career that spanned 10 years. He won 36 games in a Yankee uniform, notching 16 victories in both 1956 and 57. He pitched in three World Series alsoRIP... [Full Story]

Rating: 5/ (1 votes cast)

Have you no sense of decency?- Montreal Canadiens sign Andrew Conboy

Posted by Bill Jempty · Published: March 2, 2009 · Comments (1)

He was suspended by his college hockey team two months ago. From AP- Andrew Conboy, suspended by Michigan State this season for an attack on a Michigan player, signed a three-year contract with the Montreal Canadiens on Monday. Conboy opted to turn pro with Hamilton of the AHL, Montreal's top... [Full Story]

Rating: 0/ (0 votes cast)

Washington Redskins release DE Jason Taylor

Posted by Bill Jempty · Published: March 2, 2009

This roster move comes a few days after the Redskins big free agent signing of Albert Haynesworth. The Washington Redskins released defensive end Jason Taylor on Monday after the six-time All-Pro failed to accept a workout commitment. According to a source, Taylor was asked by the Redskins to take part... [Full Story]

Rating: 0/ (0 votes cast)

Harness horse driver Dave Magee wins 11,000th race

Posted by Bill Jempty · Published: March 2, 2009

Only five other drivers have reached that milestone. From Harnessracing.com- Hall of Famer Dave Magee became only the sixth driver in North American harness racing history to record 11,000 driving victories when he guided Capture The Magic to a head decision in the 13th race at Balmoral Park Saturday night).... [Full Story]

Rating: 0/ (0 votes cast)

Denver Broncos Wide Receiver arrested for 4th time in 3 years

Posted by Bill Jempty · Published: March 2, 2009

There are some athletes who will never learn. From AP- Denver Broncos wide receiver Brandon Marshall was arrested in Atlanta on Sunday on a disorderly conduct charge stemming from a fight. His latest run-in with the law could result in a lengthy suspension from the NFL. Marshall arrived at the... [Full Story]

Rating: 0/ (0 votes cast)

Matchless- Geoff Ogilvy wins Accenture Match Play Championship

Posted by Bill Jempty · Published: March 2, 2009 · Comments (1)

He has won the tournament twice and finished second over the last four years. From AP- Geoff Ogilvy has been better than anyone in match play over the last four years. One of these days, he might find out if that includes Tiger Woods. Even without the world's No. 1... [Full Story]

Rating: 0/ (0 votes cast)

No way Jose- FL Panthers rout Washington 6-2

Posted by Bill Jempty · Published: March 1, 2009

The Capitals got the first and last goal of the game but little went right in between. From AP- Stephen Weiss, Bryan McCabe and Jay Bouwmeester scored power-play goals in the first period, Florida held Alex Ovechkin without a point until the final minute, and the Panthers beat the Southeast... [Full Story]

Rating: 0/ (0 votes cast)

Washington Nationals GM Jim Bowden resigns

Posted by Bill Jempty · Published: March 1, 2009

No replacement was announced. From ESPN- Jim Bowden resigned Sunday after four seasons as the Washington Nationals general manager, leaving under the cloud of a federal investigation into the skimming of signing bonuses given to Latin American prospects. He has maintained his innocence in the matter, but said Sunday, "I've... [Full Story]

Rating: 0/ (0 votes cast)

Goalie Martin Brodeur records 100th career shutout

Posted by Bill Jempty · Published: March 1, 2009

He only needs four more to have the most in NHL history. From AP- Martin Brodeur has found the New Jersey Devils have changed during his almost four-month injury absence. This is a team that not only plays defense, it scores early and often. Brodeur earned his 100th NHL regular-season... [Full Story]

Rating: 5/ (1 votes cast)

Owner of Pimlico racecourse defaults on loan

Posted by Bill Jempty · Published: March 1, 2009

The course that hosts the Preakness Stakes continues to have financial difficulty. Magna Entertainment Corp. said Friday it has defaulted on a loan that is secured by its Maryland racing properties, including Laurel Park and Pimlico Racecourse. According to Magna, the bank that holds the loan, PNC Bank, has "chosen... [Full Story]

Rating: 0/ (0 votes cast)

Oklahoma WR injured in car crash

Posted by Bill Jempty · Published: March 1, 2009

The accident took place on Friday afternoon. Oklahoma wide receiver Corey Wilson has been critically injured in a rollover collision on Interstate 35. The Oklahoma Highway Patrol says the 20-year-old from Carrollton, Texas, was flown in critical condition with head and internal injuries to OU Medical Center after the crash... [Full Story]

Rating: 0/ (0 votes cast)

Dallas Stars Steve Ott suspended for eye goguing

Posted by Bill Jempty · Published: March 1, 2009 · Comments (2)

He says it was an accident. From AP- Stars center Steve Ott was suspended indefinitely by the NHL on Sunday after he received a penalty for attempting to injure Anaheim's Travis Moen at the end of a game one day earlier. Ott missed Sunday's home game against Pittsburgh and won't... [Full Story]

Rating: 0/ (0 votes cast)

Two NFL players missing after boating trip

Posted by Bill Jempty · Published: March 1, 2009

They left harbor Saturday morning. From AP- Sports agent Ron Del Duca said his client, Detroit Lions defensive end Corey Smith, and Oakland Raiders linebacker Marquis Cooper were two of the four boaters who were reported missing Sunday morning by the Coast Guard. The Coast Guard issued a statement saying... [Full Story]

Rating: 0/ (0 votes cast)

Former Gold medalist James DeGale wins pro debut

Posted by Bill Jempty · Published: March 1, 2009

He was the only British fighter to win a medal at the Beijing games. From AP- Olympic middleweight gold medalist James DeGale won his first pro fight Saturday night, a dominating points win over Vepkhia Tchilaia. Despite winning each round, jeers rang out at the National Indoor Arena as Britain's... [Full Story]

Rating: 0/ (0 votes cast)

Lorena Ochoa wins Honda LPGA Thailand

Posted by Bill Jempty · Published: March 1, 2009

The number one woman player in the world didn't take long to win a LPGA tournament in 2009. From AP- A few minutes after finishing off her 25th LPGA Tour victory, Lorena Ochoa was asked if she thinks she's mentally tougher than her rivals. "Yes," Ochoa said. She's simply better... [Full Story]

Rating: 0/ (0 votes cast)

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