UConn bounced in this vote 1
For the first time in more than two years, I have a new No. 1 atop my women's basketball Top 25 vote. It took a lot to pull out the eraser, but the bottom line is Baylor lost to UConn by 1, UConn lost to…
SUNDAY, JAN. 2, 2011
GU beats Wake Forest for sixth win in row
Here's more on Gonzaga's 73-63 win over Wake Forest on Sunday, GU's sixth straight victory. Read on.
Zags pull away from Wake Forest 1
Gonzaga earned its sixth straight men’s basketball victory, using a strong second half to pull away from Wake Forest 73-63 on Sunday at Joel Coliseum. Steven Gray, in his best performance since returning from back spasms three games ago, led Gonzaga with 18 points, five…
EWU seniors: Small numbers, big results
Though small in numbers and big-name stars, the senior class on this year's Eastern Washington University has lead the Eagles to new heights. You can read Sunday's S-R feature story on the remaining members of EWU's 2006 recruiting class that will play its final game…
View from N.C.
GU-Wake Forest previews in the Winston-Salem Journal, Charlotte Observer and Sports Network. Reminder: In-game updates at Twitter.com/srjimm.
SATURDAY, JAN. 1, 2011
Quick turnaround for Gonzaga
Back with my game preview of Sunday's GU-Wake Forest game. The Demon Deacons are struggling, but they have been pretty efficient offensively (45.8% FG, 42.6% 3-pointers, 75.9% FT), but they averaged nearly five more turnovers per game than assists. Wake opponents are also scoring nearly…
Blast from the past: The Road to Cheney
December 2, 2004: Nine kinds of meat add local flavor What the hell are we doing out here again? With Eastern Washington University's football team playing Sam Houston State in the second round of the NCAA I-AA playoffs, the editors have recommissioned my brother Ralph…
Blast from the past: The Road to KC
March 14, 2004: EWU alums flying high over tourney pick Now the real selection process begins: Fly or drive? There never was any doubt we were going. For years, my brother Ralph and I had promised each other that if our alma mater, Eastern Washington…
Day after Oklahoma State 3
Good morning. I hope everyone had a happy and safe New Year's celebration. The Zags' celebration of their 73-52 win over Oklahoma State probably didn't last too long. They were on a bus this morning at 6:50 for their charter flight across the country and…
WSU's loss to USC, one day later 5
COUGARS Here's a suggestion for you. If you want to get a good night's sleep on New Year's Eve – you know, you've been on the road working and just want to sleep? – then don't spend the night in a hotel. Some call New…
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