Johnson seeks fifth straight NASCAR title tops Daytona preview
Dallas Morning News surveys the 2010 NASCAR season with Jimmie Johnson leading the No. 48 Lowe's team as Tony Stewart, Mark Martin, Carl Edwards and Kurt Busch pursue the five time champion. The piece weighs prospects for Roush Fenway, Richard Childress Racing, Danica Patrick and fan attendance amid economic pressure.
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Mark Martin
Carl Edwards
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Cassill Aims for Truck Race Qualifying at Daytona
Cassill, a 20 year old from Cedar Rapids, seeks a Truck Series ride with ThorSport at Daytona. He will attempt to qualify Thursday for Friday’s 100 lap season opener at Daytona International Speedway alongside Sauter and Crafton. He previously drove in seven trucks starts in 2008 with one top five and three top tens.
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Mardi Gras Starts Early as Saints Parade Wins Elation
In New Orleans the Saints, including owner Tom Benson and coach Sean Payton, celebrate their first NFL title two days after the Super Bowl. Fans pack downtown as a Carnival parade rolls from the Superdome with Lombardi Trophy raised and confetti flying.
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New media in play for Cup sponsors
Daytona Beach AP The NASCAR season starts at Daytona International Speedway as JR Motorsports eyes sponsors for 12 of 35 races on the No. 88 car with Danica Patrick in a part time second car Kelley Earnhardt says sponsors want ROI and real fans, not just impressions Economic woes slow deals but interest rises as firms seek tangible engagement via platforms like Facebook and Twitter requiring sponsors to measure real people and interactions
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Cornhuskers On a Win Streak Shake Up NCAA Talk
Nebraska the Big 12 leaders ride a 21 0 start into February while pundits praise their balance depth and defense. Analysts compare them to Connecticut experts say the Huskers could challenge the defending champ if matched up. Coach Geno Auriemma notes Nebraska’s impressive sustained run.
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Chris Dailey
Auriemma
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