Louisville Cardinal, University of Louisville, KY
17 hours ago by Catherine LaRoche
While many people across the country look at this Sunday as just another day, the majority of the Bluegrass state has had this date circled since the University of Louisville and University of Kentucky released their football schedules.
After suffering a 40-34 loss to the Wildcats at Commonwealth Stadium last season, the Cardinals are ready to take back the Governor's Cup in the season opener at Papa John's Cardinal Stadium.
Louisville Cardinal, University of Louisville, KY
1 hour ago by Gavin LaPaille
With the annual University of Louisville and University of Kentucky football game quickly approaching, I hear more and more talk about how this game is just like any other.
I hear it from students. I hear it from the administration. I even hear it from players.
The Murray State News, Murray State University, KY
3 hours ago
Tim MacAllister
Staff writer
The Murray State football team is gearing up for what could be a tough season. The Racers have concluded their fall camp and are getting ready to face their first opponent: the Lambuth University Eagles.
The Racers are in their second year with Head Coach Matt Griffin at the helm.
Indiana Statesman, Indiana State University, IN
3 hours ago by Chris Hauger
The Indiana State women's soccer team took to the pitch for the first time to take on the Panthers of Eastern Illinois on Friday afternoon. After an 85-minute delay, the Sycamores began their regular season home opener.
In a game where the intensity was high, and when a very young, inexperienced Sycamore team was on the field, the Sycamores edged out the Panthers and won the game 1-0 in overtime.
Daily Egyptian, Southern Illinois University, Carbondale, IL
17 hours ago by Luis Medina
With the start of the SIU football season just more than two weeks away, a pair of new faces and a new conference name await the 2008 team. Presidents of the Gateway Football Conference and the Missouri Valley Conference approved a conference name change to the Missouri Valley Football Conference in June.
Ball State Daily News, Ball State University, IN
21 hours ago by Kyle Shaner
A pitcher on the Ball State University baseball team was suspended after a police officer would not "give him a break."
According to the Ball State University police, Seth Lawrence Hobbs, 20, of Marseilles, Ill., was arrested at about 12:45 a.m. Saturday on suspicion of public intoxication and minor in possession of alcohol.
Indiana Statesman, Indiana State University, IN
23 hours ago
Daily Egyptian, Southern Illinois University, Carbondale, IL
1 day ago by Brian Feldt
With the SIU football team set to embark on its quest for a sixth straight playoff appearance, the Salukis enter the final days of training camp with an...
The Daily Eastern News, Eastern Illinois University, IL
1 day ago by Scott Richey/Sports Editor
A lifetime of sports and a career goal to become an athletic director led Barbara Burke to that position at Eastern. Now she gets the chance to lead a new staff and experience collegiate sporting events like women's rugby and men's soccer - sports her previous school, Wyoming, didn't offer.
Miami Student, Miami University, OH
1 day ago by Dan Kukla
In the fall of 2007, the RedHawks won a MAC championship in volleyball and played in title games in football and field hockey. In an effort to foresee whether the 'Hawks will have a repeat performance or do even better in 2008, The Student has compiled a breakdown of each team competing in the fall.
Miami Student, Miami University, OH
1 day ago by Sam Hitchcock
Aside from his stature and talent on the basketball court, sophomore forward Nick Winbush is actually quite similar to most Miami University students.
An Ohio native from a suburb in Cleveland, his parents raised him with strong morals while always emphasizing academics.
College Heights Herald, Western Kentucky University, KY
1 day ago by Chris Acree
Last week brought news for sophomore quarterback K.J. Black that will make one thing easier for him. "I can finally sleep," Black said. "It's been bothering me really since about June. I felt a lot of pressure with every throw and every snap. Now I can focus on trying to be perfect and a leader on this team.
College Heights Herald, Western Kentucky University, KY
1 day ago by David Harten
A few days ago, the biggest question mark on the offensive side of the ball was answered when David Elson named sophomore K.J. Black starting quarterback. In the Toppers system, he seems to be the clear cut choice. He's outperformed David Wolke and Brandon Smith, and has a better upside of the three.
Daily Egyptian, Southern Illinois University, Carbondale, IL
1 day ago
Sept. 6 vs. Hampton "We'll be coming in here with a new coach and a new start, so that game is huge. We have to get through them before anybody else, and they are always solid. It will be an early test." - Larry Warner, SIU running back Sept. 13 @ Northwestern The Salukis will look for their third consecutive victory against a Football Bowl Subdivision team when they travel to Evanston.
The All State, Austin Peay State University, TN
1 day ago by Devon Robinson
It's a scary time for college football fans. Males between ages of 18 and 24 know what I'm talking about. Their significant others hate what I'm talking about.
What phenomenon am I referring to? Why, none other than the release of NCAA Football 09 by EA Sports.
The All State, Austin Peay State University, TN
2 days ago by Marlon Scott and Devon Robinson
Dear Diary,
I can quote a dozen different proverbs extolling the virtue of accepting losses gracefully. However, I am still angry about losing the championship game of my fantasy football league last season by one point. Walls have been punched, curses have been sworn and sleep has been lost.
The Daily Illini, University of Illinois, IL
2 days ago by Ryan Dixon
So, if you haven't already heard, the Fighting Illini men's basketball team will be without the services of Jamar Smith. Again. And this time we can be sure he's not coming back. Head coach Bruce Weber and the rest of the program mercifully granted Smith a shot at redemption after the accident involving the Peoria, Ill.
Indiana Statesman, Indiana State University, IN
2 days ago by Trever Fehrenbach
For those who may know me or occasionally read my column (all five of you), it would be understood by now that I am not a fan of NBA basketball. However, from time to time, an event will spark my interest long enough for me to be engaged for four quarters of multi-millionaires slacking on defense and waiting for highlight-reel dunks.
The Daily Eastern News, Eastern Illinois University, IL
2 days ago by Dan Cusack/Associate Sports Editor
After 17 days filled with competition of every facet, the showcase of state-of-the-art technology and eight-year-olds getting the boot for not being cute enough to sing at the opening ceremonies, the Olympics finally came to a close with an extravagant closing ceremony in Beijing on Sunday night.
The Daily Eastern News, Eastern Illinois University, IL
2 days ago by Scott Richey/Sports Editor
Pace of play and player safety were addressed with several rules changes for the 2008 college football season. And for the first time, the College Football Officials board of managers will handle rules in college football.
Jim Jackson, coordinator of football officials for the Ohio Valley Conference, said the 13-committee board consisting of 11 Football Bowl Subdivision committees and two Football Championship Subdivision committees was created in an attempt to standardize rules on all levels of college football.
The Sidelines, Middle Tennessee State University, TN
2 days ago by Staff Reports
The Department of Athletics, in conjuction with Student Programming, have announced guidelines for the upcoming tailgating season. They are as follows:
The Walnut Grove will generally open at 7:30 a.m. on game day. University sponsored tailgate activities, including inflatables, begin four and one half (4.
The Sidelines, Middle Tennessee State University, TN
2 days ago by Chris Martin
As football season rolls around, there is a buzz among fans as they debate and discuss how their team will perform in the upcoming campaign.
In 2007, the Blue Raiders started the season with four straight losses, but won five of their next six before dropping the final two games of the season.
The Murray State News, Murray State University, KY
4 days ago
Tim MacAllister
Staff writer
The Murray State Men's basketball program is ranked 30th in ESPN's list of the most prestigious basketball programs of the modern era.
The Racers were picked based on a strict point system that factors in regular season titles, conference tournament titles and winning percentage.
The Murray State News, Murray State University, KY
4 days ago
Kyle Rogers
Staff writer
While many tune into the Olympics nightly, one former Racer is experiencing the action first-hand.
Murray State alumnus Kermit Quisenberry is representing the United States in China as a Men's soccer referee. Quisenberry, a Louisville, Ky.
The Daily Illini, University of Illinois, IL
5 days ago by David Bauder, The Associated Press
NEW YORK - Trying to keep the Michael Phelps glow, NBC has agreed to televise next year's World Swimming Championships from Rome, along with the 2009, 2010 and 2011 national championships.
The deal, announced Thursday, is NBC's latest attempt to ride the wake of the Olympic golden boy's race to history.