Olympic gymnast Johnson releases photo book and Cheerios edition
Olympic gold medalist Shawn Johnson unveiled a photo book documenting her journey from youth to Beijing and Olympic success at Drake University. A limited edition Cheerios box, featuring Johnson, will be sold at Hy-Vee stores starting January 1, with the book available in stores and online beginning Christmas week.
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Maryland wins all ACC Cup final in Frisco
Grah am Zusi's second half goal lifted Maryland 1 0 over North Carolina in the NCAA College Cup final. The Terps, seeded second, defeated the 13th seed Tar Heels to win the first ACC final in NCAA men's soccer history. Ababio blocked Hall's first try, then Zusi buried the rebound from 18 yards with 23:50 remaining.
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Stars sever ties with controversial forward Sean Avery
The Dallas Stars announced that Sean Avery will not rejoin the team after his six game suspension. The release stated a return is not in the best interest of either party following a crude remark about ex girlfriends dating other players.
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Jackson shines as Vikings pound Cardinals 35 14 for NFC North lead
Tarvaris Jackson starts again and throws four touchdowns as the Vikings overwhelm Arizona 35 14 to move alone atop the NFC North. Adrian Peterson rushes for 165 yards, Bernard Berrian scores twice, and Minnesota breaks open a 28 0 halftime lead.
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Steelers clinch division title with late Holmes TD
The Pittsburgh Steelers beat the Baltimore Ravens 13-9 in Baltimore to win the AFC North and secure a first round bye. Santonio Holmes caught a 4 yard scoring pass from Ben Roethlisberger with 43 seconds remaining as Pittsburgh, known for its top defense, held Baltimore to 202 yards and a season low in points.
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Arnaud Eyes Cyclones Stay Amid Chizik Departure
Iowa State quarterback Austen Arnaud said he hopes many teammates remain after Gene Chizik left for Auburn. Freshman Jus Darks apologized for a Facebook video calling Chizik a liar and signaling a transfer, while Arnaud cited freedom of speech and stressed trust in Chizik.
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