Tony Stewart signs extension at Joe Gibbs Racing through 2009
Tony Stewart announced an extension to stay with Joe Gibbs Racing past 2009, while the team seeks to add three years to Denny Hamlin’s contract expiring in 2010. The report notes Stewart’s past hints at retirement after a five year deal signed in 2003.
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Coco Hillary Shines From Strom Thurmond to App State Glory
During his senior year at Strom Thurmond High School Coco Hillary emerged as a local star for the Reb els. By 2007 he helped Appalachian State reach a notable upset against Michigan with four receptions for 63 yards and a key 27 yard catch late in the fourth, setting up the winning field goal. Hillary reflected on the moment with gratitude and ambition for future play.
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Miracle comeback gives Braves hope in late rally
The Atlanta Braves rallied from 8-2 down to beat the Philadelphia Phillies 9-8 on a two-out, three-run double by Matt Diaz in the ninth. Diaz delivered after Francoeur and Prado sparked the infield hustle to fill the bases, with Yunel Escobar walking to load them. Phillies manager Charlie Manuel lamented the blown lead as his club fell five games behind the Mets.
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Premiere quarterbacks meet in opening game
In Indianapolis Peyton Manning, a New Orleans native and Purdue favorite, faces Drew Brees, a Texas upbringing and Purdue hero turned Saints hopeful. The season opener will be a reunion more than a rivalry, with Boilermaker ties and a crowd split between Colts and Saints loyalties.
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Williams reaches U S Open semifinals
Venus Williams defeats Jelena Jankovic 4-6 6-1 7-6 4 to reach the U S Open semifinals for the first time since 2002, set to face No 1 Justine Henin as Svetlana Kuznetsova meets Anna Chakvetadze in the other semifinal.
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Spurrier Faces Georgia Test in Athens as USC Seeks Edge
Spurrier remains public enemy No 1 in Athens as South Carolina meets No 11 Georgia in a pivotal SEC East showdown. He recalls Florida days beating Georgia 11 straight and aims to lift USC into conference contention while Georgia boasts two SEC titles since 2000.
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