Vikings sidelined Brinkley after hip surgery
The Minnesota Vikings informed that backup linebacker Jasper Brinkley underwent hip surgery after a persisted injury. Brinkley, a Thomson High School alumnus and fifth round pick from South Carolina, had played in all 32 regular season games and led last season with 15 solo special teams tackles while competing for the weak side spot.
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On the Sports Front taps tonight in Aiken
The newest episode of On the Sports Front will be taped today from 5:45 to 6:45 p.m. at Wing Place on Pine Log Road in Aiken. The show previews Clemson football and ACC action, discusses high school football, last week and upcoming games, with food, drinks, trivia and Clemson prizes.
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Texas A&M Plans 2012 Exit From Big 12
Texas A M said it will leave the Big 12 by July 2012 if accepted by the SEC or another conference. The move could trigger more conference realignment as the Big 12 seeks replacements and Texas A M submits an application to join a different league. If accepted, the departure would take effect June 30, 2012.
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Braves Reacquire Diaz At Deadline In Pirate Trade
The Atlanta Braves reacquired Matt Diaz from Pittsburgh in a deal for a player to be named and cash. Diaz started in right field and became postseason eligible. He previously played for the Braves 2006 to 2010 before joining the Pirates.
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USC Aiken Golf Team Ranked 18th in Division II Poll
USC Aiken ranked 18th in the Golf World Nike Division II Preseason Coaches Poll. Pacers are one of five Peach Belt teams in the poll with Columbus State 13th Georgia College 14th Armstrong Atlantic 19th and Flagler 22nd. The Pacers open 2011 12 season hosting Kiawah Island Invitational at Cougar Point Golf Course.
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USC Aiken Volleyball Poised For Strong 2011 Start
USC Aiken builds a talented 2011 squad led by Shannon Byers and Samantha Lukralle as they prep for Friday's noon season opener against Alabama Huntsville in Savannah. Coach Glen Cox praises Byers as a record chaser and Lukralle as an elite libero, with four setters competing for spots and three freshmen challenging for starting roles.
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Clowney Nervous But Ready For College Debut
Jadeveon Clowney, regarded as the nation's top recruit, prepares for his South Carolina debut against East Carolina at Bank of America Stadium. The 6 foot 6, 254 pound defensive end recalls high school jitters while eyeing immediate impact for the Gamecocks.
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Williams diagnosed as cancer-free shocks Fox Creek team
Fox Creek football star CJ Williams faced chemotherapy for Hodgkin's lymphoma but doctors told him he no longer has cancer. Coach Russ Schneider announced Williams, who rushed 42 yards on 18 carries in Week 0, may return as Region 4-A play starts. The Predators rose to No. 9 in the Class A Prep poll after a 2-0 start.
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Tech backfield ready for season opener led by Washington Sims
Georgia Tech kicks off 2011 against Western Carolina with Tevin Washington and David Sims as undisputed starters in a revamped backfield. Washington moved from quarterback to lead running back after Nesbitt’s injury, while Sims switched from quarterback to running back. The pair aim to energize a triple option offense, despite limited experience on the offensive line.
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