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ESPN.com - College Football
Questions would be answered with a conference challenge What if the NCAA expanded its conference challenges in basketball to the football field? Who comes out on top?
Virginia Tech Hokies, Big Ten schools rate as hardest, easiest nonconference schedules Which teams are taking the nonconference hard road this season? Which ones have a soft landing? Mark Schlabach examines the schedules.
Florida State argues giving up wins over cheating scandal is unfair Florida State is arguing it's unfair to make football coach Bobby Bowden and others they say played no role in an academic cheating scandal give up wins.
Northern Iowa OL Austin Steichen arrested in assault case Northern Iowa offensive lineman Austin Steichen and two other men have been arrested in connection with an alleged assault.
Alabama State Hornets' NCAA probation for football team reduced to three years The NCAA has reduced the probation period for Alabama State University's football program from five to three years.
Eugene Smith, West Virginia Mountaineer QB, out with broken foot West Virginia freshman quarterback Eugene Smith has broken a bone in his left foot and is expected to miss 6-to-8 weeks, team officials said.
Senate to hold hearing on Bowl Championship Series The Senate plans to hold a hearing next week looking into antitrust issues surrounding college football's Bowl Championship Series.
Texas Longhorns linebacker Sergio Kindle ran car into apartment, left scene, lawyer says Texas linebacker Sergio Kindle ran his car into an Austin, Texas, apartment and left the scene of the accident last week, his attorney said.
NC State Wolfpack's Nate Irving recovering from surgery after car crash North Carolina State linebacker Nate Irving is recovering from surgery after being hurt in a car crash.
Arkansas Razorbacks dismiss Khiry Battle after DUI arrest Arkansas linebacker Khiry Battle has been dismissed from the team after a weekend arrest on a charge of driving under the influence.
Lawsuit settled in death of Rice Owls football player Dale Lloyd II The family of a former Rice University football player who died during a workout has settled its lawsuit with the school and the NCAA.
NCAA president Myles Brand appears at awards ceremony Ailing NCAA president Myles Brand made a rare public appearance to accept an award for his work on behalf of young athletes.
Former Oregon Ducks QB Justin Roper to play for Montana Grizzlies next season Former Oregon quarterback Justin Roper says he will play for Montana next season.
Connecticut Huskies lose DE Marcus Campbell for upcoming season Connecticut defensive end Marcus Campbell, a projected starter, will not play for the Huskies this season, the school announced Saturday.
Alabama Crimson Tide will appeal NCAA over 21 vacated wins The University of Alabama has taken the first step toward appealing a ruling by the NCAA that forced the Crimson Tide football program to vacate 21 wins.
Bowl Championship Series rejects Mountain West's playoff proposal BCS presidents rejected the Mountain West's proposal for a playoff system.
Florida State suspends linebacker Maurice Harris following arrest, charges Florida State backup linebacker Maurice Harris was arrested and charged with two felonies, according to an employee at the Leon County Jail.
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SI.com - NCAA Football
Bill Trocchi: Big-name coaches test acting chops in 'The Blind Side' Tommy Tuberville in orange? Call it artistic license. To give "The Blind Side" an authentic feel, filmmakers got six coaches to play their 2005 selves.
Off-field troubles, arrests keep plaguing Florida GAINESVILLE, Fla. (AP) -- Former Florida offensive lineman Drew Miller remembers all the team meetings, the lengthy lectures about hanging out with the right people, making smart decisions and avoiding situations that would draw negative attention.
Rutgers, UCLA to play home-and-home series PISCATAWAY, N.J. (AP) -- Rutgers and UCLA have agreed to play a home-and-home football series for the first time.
Northern Iowa Sr. lineman arrested after assault ARNOLDS PARK, Iowa (AP) -- Northern Iowa offensive lineman Austin Steichen and two other men have been arrested in connection with an alleged assault.
FSU appeal: "Unfair" to strip Bowden of victories TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (AP) -- Florida State says it's unfair to take wins off the individual records of football coach Bobby Bowden and other coaches and athletes who had no role in an academic cheating scandal.
Senate to hold hearing on BCS antitrust issues WASHINGTON (AP) -- The Senate plans to hold a hearing next week looking into antitrust issues surrounding college football's Bowl Championship Series.
NCAA reduces Alabama St. probation to 3 years MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) -- The NCAA has reduced the probation period for Alabama State University's football program from five to three years.
Attorney: Texting caused Texas' Kindle to crash AUSTIN, Texas (AP) -- An attorney for Texas linebacker Sergio Kindle says the senior was treated for a concussion after crashing his car into an Austin apartment building last week.
NC State LB recovering after car crash, surgery RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) -- North Carolina State linebacker Nate Irving is recovering from surgery after being hurt in a car crash.
Arkansas dismisses LB Battle after DUI arrest FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (AP) -- Arkansas linebacker Khiry Battle has been dismissed from the team after being arrested during the weekend on a charge of driving under the influence.

SI.com - NCAA Basketball
Louisville to face UConn and Syracuse twice LOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP) -- Louisville will have its hands full trying to defend its Big East title.
Luke Winn: Q&A with Washington State's Klay Thompson Klay Thomspon flourished at WSU. Now he's doing so in New Zealand. The sophomore chats with Luke Winn about his father, his future and more.
Taylor, Curry lead squad to win in FIBA opener AUCKLAND, New Zealand (AP) -- The United States started its bid for its first world junior title in 18 years with a 106-55 win over Iran on the opening day of the FIBA under-19 world basketball championships on Thursday.
Jimmy V matchups: Butler-G'town, IU-Pittsburgh BRISTOL, Conn. (AP) -- Butler will meet Georgetown and Indiana will face Pittsburgh in this year's Jimmy V Classic at Madison Square Garden.
Stephenson to UC Lance Stephenson, the leading scorer in New York high school history, signed a financial aid agreement with Cincinnati Tuesday. Since he has not inked a National Letter of Intent, other colleges can still recruit him and the commitment is non-binding.
Self says issues with Henry brothers 'resolved' KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) -- Kansas coach Bill Self's fence-mending trip worked: Xavier and C.J. Henry are still coming to Lawrence to play for the Jayhawks.
Courtside seats at renovated Pauley cost $500K LOS ANGELES (AP) -- UCLA has unveiled a point system to determine the pecking order by which fans get to choose their seats in a renovated Pauley Pavilion.
Attorney: Sidney meetings set for next week JACKSON, Miss. (AP) -- The attorney for Renardo Sidney says the NCAA has rescheduled meetings with the Mississippi State men's basketball signee and his family for next week.
Coach K denies reports he's going to the Lakers DURHAM, N.C. (AP) -- Duke coach Mike Krzyzewski made it clear: He's not going to ever be the coach of the Los Angeles Lakers.
Ohio State AD to lead men's hoops committee INDIANAPOLIS (AP) -- Ohio State athletic director Gene Smith has been appointed chairman of the Division I Men's Basketball Committee for 2010-11.

Yahoo! Sports - NCAA Men's Hoops News
Irish's Kearney named Holy Cross coach (AP) Sean Kearney is the new basketball coach at Holy Cross. The former Notre Dame assistant was named Thursday to succeed Ralph Willard, who resigned last month after 10 seasons to become Rick Pitino's associate head coach at Louisville. Kearney, 49, spent the last nine seasons as Mike Brey's associate head coach, serving as national recruiting coordinator.
Self: Henry brothers to play for Kansas (AP) Kansas coach Bill Self's fence-mending trip worked: Xavier and C.J. Henry are still coming to Lawrence to play for the Jayhawks. A day after traveling to Oklahoma City for an air-clearing meeting with two of his prized recruits, Self said Wednesday that Xavier and C.J. will play for Kansas next season.
Butler-Hoyas, Indiana-Pitt in Jimmy V (AP) Butler will meet Georgetown and Indiana will face Pittsburgh in this year's Jimmy V Classic at Madison Square Garden. The pairings for the Dec. 8 doubleheader were announced Wednesday. This will be the 15th annual Jimmy V Classic and the seventh played in New York City. The games are part of the fundraising effort for the V Foundation for Cancer Research, which is named for the late Jim Valvano,...
NCAA rejects Kelvin Sampson's appeal (AP) $In this photo taken on Feb. 19, 2008, Indiana coach Kelvin Sampson looks from from the bench during a college basketball game against Purdue in Bloomington, Ind. Indiana won 77-68. The NCAA said Tuesday June 30, 2009, that the NCAA Division I infractions Committee has upheld the violations stemming from more than 100 impermissible phone calls made while Sampson was coaching at Indiana.$ The NCAA is finished with the latest Kelvin Sampson saga. The NCAA on Tuesday rejected an appeal from the former Indiana basketball coach, who was slapped with five years of potential penalties for taking part in more than 100 impermissible calls to recruits while coaching the Hoosiers. The NCAA said its infractions committee upheld the violations found in the case, which prompted an overhaul at...
Son of Northridge coach given probation (AP) The son of the head basketball coach at Cal State-Northridge has been sentenced to probation and community service after pleading no contest to charges of stealing from the Best Buy store where he worked. Jeffrey Braswell, the son of coach Bobby Braswell, pleaded no contest Thursday in San Fernando Superior Court to five felony counts.
Tar Heels ink 10-year contract with Nike (AP) The Tar Heels will wear the swoosh for the next nine years. University of North Carolina officials said Wednesday they have signed a 10-year contract for Nike to supply athletic equipment and apparel to its sports teams. The contract was signed in late May and made retroactive to July 1, 2008. The Beaverton, Ore.-based footwear maker will provide shoes, uniforms, balls, coaching gear and other...
Coach K: I won't leave Duke for Lakers (AP) Mike Krzyzewski made it clear: He's not ever going to coach the Los Angeles Lakers. During his annual summer meeting with reporters Tuesday, one of the first topics covered by the Duke coach was the simmering buzz that had him leaving the Blue Devils for the Lakers if Phil Jackson retires. "I'm not going to the Lakers.

Yahoo! Sports - NCAA Women's Hoops News
Rutgers to face Florida in Jimmy V Classic (AP) Rutgers will play in the eighth annual Jimmy V Women's Classic when the Scarlet Knights host Florida on Dec. 7. This marks the fourth straight season the Scarlet Knights will take part in the game. They beat Georgia 45-34 last season. Florida is coming off one of the best seasons in team history when the Gators matched a school record with 24 victories.
W. Hoops: Oklahoma State works through offseason overhaul (CBS Interactive U-WIRE) After a disappointing season in Cowgirl basketball, coach Kurt Budke said he thought it was time to make a...
W. Hoops: Kansas guard picked for World University Games team (CBS Interactive U-WIRE) Danielle McCray was chosen to play in the World University Games in Belgrade, Serbia this July.
Transfer bug hits Cal women's basketball (CBS Interactive U-WIRE) Cal women's basketball coach Joanne Boyle confirmed last week that three players will be transferring out of...
Former Vanderbilt standout adjusts to WNBA life (CBS Interactive U-WIRE) A month ago, Christina Wirth was simply getting used to the change of living in Indianapolis.
W. Hoops: Vanderbilt guard learns from European trip (CBS Interactive U-WIRE) When Jence Rhoads hits the court of Memorial Gym this season, she'll have some added international flavor to...
Iraqi girls hoop it up at Pat Summitt camp (AP) Pat Summitt and her Tennessee Lady Volunteers staff routinely preach basketball fundamentals to campers -- just not to players from Iraq. There were 10 eager teenage Iraq girls at Summitt's annual camp this week, hanging on every word: games can't be won without defense and ball control is the foundation of good offense.

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