Marshall accepts bid to play in Military Bowl on Dec 27
Marshall to face an ACC opponent at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium in Annapolis as the Thundering Herd, 9-4, earned the Conference USA East Division title but fell to Rice in the C-USA championship. Marshall features 10 players from the Washington area and is 7-3 all-time in bowls, seeking its 11th appearance. Bowl pairings to be announced today. Virginia Tech will learn its destination this season, Hokies extend postseason streak to 21 years. West Virginia and Virginia sit out the bowl season.
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Bears win Big 12 title crown for 11th win
Baylor Bears claim their first outright Big 12 title and an 11th win, as Bryce Petty leads a 30-10 defeat of Texas. The victory marks the program's first 11-win season and a Fiesta Bowl berth, extending their historic rise since joining the Big 12 under Art Briles.
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Auburn Runs Past Missouri in SEC Title Clash
Tre Mason rushed 46 times for 304 yards and four touchdowns as Auburn beat Missouri 59-42 to clinch at least a Sugar Bowl bid. The Tigers still dream of the BCS National Championship with late games deciding Florida State or Ohio State losses. Tiger Woods shot even par 72 to stay two back in the World Challenge after a watered tee shot and three putts.
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World Cup Draw Puts U S in Tough Group in Brazil
United States coach Jurgen Klinsmann faces a challenging World Cup group with Ghana Portugal and Germany after the draw for next June in Brazil. The Americans begin on June 16 against Ghana, a foe they have met in past World Cups.
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Giles Spartans Reach Region 2A State Final in Semis
Giles High School earned a 28-7 win over Riverheads in the Region 2A semifinal at Steven C. Ragsdale Field. Brett Whitlow rushed for 44 and 31 yards and 153 yards total, powering a 14-0 record as Brian Mann and Tyler Perdue added long third quarter TDs to seal the victory and set up the state championship.
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Rice Owls claim first Conference USA title in 57 years
Rice defeats Marshall 41 24 in the Conference USA Championship to end a three league and generations drought. Coach David Bailiff hails the outright title as a milestone for the senior class and a boost toward the Liberty Bowl berth. Running backs Charles Ross and Luke Turner anchored a bruising ground game while the aerial attack produced key plays.
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Thornhill powers Altavista past Haysi in 1A semifinal
Juan Thornhill starred for Altavista as he threw two touchdowns and ran for another in a 34 22 victory over Haysi at Sandlick Elementary School. Destin Brown and Clydale Moon added rushing scores as Altavista capitalized on a muddy field and Haysi’s defense to reach the Group 1A final.
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Burton eclipses milestone for Wave
Ww Shansaruwaa and Wave celebrate a four year starter milestone as Burton eclipses a milestone mark, underscoring a notable achievement in the team's season.
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Bluefield Tops West Virginia Tech at Ramey Car Classic
Bluefield College surged past West Virginia Tech 97 62 in the Dome Gymnasium marking back to back wins in 24 hours as the Rams dominated after a 74 52 win over Barber Scotia. Coach Richard Morgan praised the effort noting the team focused on the important matchup.
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