Sports

ESPN Offers 2010 World Cup Programming in Multiple Languages

Cheryl Phillips — Wed, 25 Nov 2009 10:40:38 -0600

ESPN plants to have its Deportes' Network televise 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa in the U.S matches live in Portuguese as well as 24-7 Game-around-the-game news and information coverage in Spanish. The telecasts will complement the network's comprehensive Spanish-language news and information coverage of the popular sports event slated for June 11 - July 11, 2010.

Wizards Owner Abe Pollin Dead at 85

Michael Santo — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 17:59:08 -0600

The Washington Wizards of the NBA marked the passing of one of their own today. Washington Wizards owner Abe Pollin passed away on Tuesday. Pollin, 85, owned the NBA team for more than 40 years. His death was announced by his company, Washington Sports & Entertainment. No details were disclosed.

Three Out Of Five: Albert Pujols Wins MVP

Michael Santo — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 16:15:27 -0600

It's unanimous, really. St. Louis Cardinals first baseman Albert Pujols was named National League MVP unanimously on Tuesday. By doing so, he became the sixth unanimous winner of the NL award and took the honor for the third time in five years.

Alicia Sacramone Trades Up To Date Brady Quinn

Michael Santo — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 12:29:58 -0600

Brady Quinn, who has been in the news of late for a purported "cheap shot" to a Baltimore Ravens defensive lineman, is back in the news. This time, its for his personal life, as he's dating Alicia Sacramone.

Verizon ESPN Trivia Challenge Awards Prizes to Sports Fans

Cheryl Phillips — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 10:26:40 -0600

College football teams are making their final push toward bowl games. The NBA and college basketball seasons are under way and it's the perfect time for a national sports trivia competition. Anyone who has broadband service can test their sports knowledge with the Verizon ESPN Trivia Challenge and win prizes for knowing bits of sports trivia such as "Name the Quarterback for the 1987 Orangemen".

Results In For NCAA Cross Country Championships 2009

Michael Santo — Mon, 23 Nov 2009 15:22:30 -0600

The results for the NCAA Cross Country Championships 2009 are in. The results are complete, including all results for men's, women's, men's team and women's team events.

Montana Takes Top Seed In FCS Playoff Schedule 2009

Michael Santo — Sun, 22 Nov 2009 16:35:08 -0600

The BCS or Bowl Championship Series playoff "series" is the top level of NCAA football. It's really a series of bowl games, however, not true playoffs. That's contrasted by the FCS, which just released the FCS Playoff Schedule 2009.

Philadelphia Marathon 2009 Results Tracked by Twitter, Facebook

Cheryl Phillips — Sun, 22 Nov 2009 10:38:20 -0600

The Philadelphia Marathon 2009 got underway Sunday morning with great weather for runners. Anyone looking for results and information about the marathon can find it on Twitter,Facebook, the official Philadelphia Marathon blog. Pictures can be viewed on Flickr. Those carrying an iPhone or other smartphone will be able to get up to the minute information by checking their Twitter feed or the Philadelphia Marathon Facebook fan page.

Philadelphia Marathon 2009 Marathon Video

Cheryl Phillips — Sun, 22 Nov 2009 10:37:12 -0600

The 2009 Philadelphia Marathon is underway on Sunday, November 22.
Over 20,000 runners are participating.

See more information on the marathon here.

Philadelphia Marathon 2009 Road Closures Announced

Cheryl Phillips — Sun, 22 Nov 2009 08:28:34 -0600

The Philadelphia Marathon got underway Sunday morning with great weather for runners. This is only the 16th running of what is also known as the Philadelphia Independence Marathon. Runners started off at 21st Street and the Ben Franklin Parkway, and will make their way down to Old City in this 26.2 mile race.

Alumni And Students Brace For Ohio State Michigan Game 2009

Michael Santo — Sat, 21 Nov 2009 12:22:40 -0600

It is one of the biggest rivalries in college football. Ohio State vs.Michigan, and the 2009 game is today. This year's game, however, because of the situations around the teams, isn't really a big draw.

Denver Broncos: Kyle Orton Misses Third Day of Practice with Ankle Injury

Sean Douglas — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 13:19:26 -0600

Last week the Denver Broncos started out on fire against the Washington Redskins. Quarterback Kyle Orton threw two early first quarter touchdowns to Brandon Marshall, and it looked like the Broncos would roll to victory. However, later in the game Orton sprained his ankle and missed the rest of the contest.