The following comes to us courtesy of Andrew Stevens at The Goldsboro News Argus What Patrick Reynell lacks in head coaching experience he more than makes up for with desire. The former assistant at Charles B. Aycock has been named the new varsity boys' basketball coach at Goldsboro High. Reynell is the program's third head coach in the past three seasons and eighth … [Read more...] about Reynell Added to Coach Cougar Hoops
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U.S. Open: Muy Bueno!
By Paul Gotham Think about the last 2,200 days of your life. Think of the accomplishments you have enjoyed. What personal triumphs have you experienced? Got 'em all? Now, consider what Roger Federer has NOT done in the last 2,200 days: lose a match at the U.S. Open. Yes, that's right for six years Roger Federer (40 matches) has gone without a loss at Flushing Meadows. … [Read more...] about U.S. Open: Muy Bueno!
NBA Splinters | 09/09/09
By Paul Gotham 'Skywalker' to Present MJ This Friday, when Michael Jordan takes his rightful place in the NBA Hall of Fame, David Thompson will present his Airness. Jordan's decision to choose Thompson might raise a few eyebrows. After all, one would expect Dean Smith, Phil Jackson, or maybe even James Worthy to do the honors. Instead, MJ went with the North Carolina … [Read more...] about NBA Splinters | 09/09/09
Jeff Jagodzinski: Mess With The High Life, And…
By Paul Gotham It is only fitting on this first Monday of September - when we celebrate labor - that job and career choices fill the air of sports discussion. Jeff Jagodzinski appeared rather comfortable some 10 months ago. The former head football coach of the Boston College Golden Eagles was in the third of a five-year contract. Somewhere along the line Jagodzinski … [Read more...] about Jeff Jagodzinski: Mess With The High Life, And…
Urckfitz Takes Another Step
By Paul Gotham When Pat Urckfitz took the mound on August 21st, the outing was not unlike many of his previous performances. The left-hander came on in relief and tossed an inning and a third of shutout ball. The difference this time was that the native of Penfield, New York did his work for the Lancaster Jet Hawks of the Class A Advanced California League. Urckfitz took the … [Read more...] about Urckfitz Takes Another Step