NCAA lawsuits rise as schools push back against rules
An AP analysis notes the NCAA faces multiple lawsuits over rulings and probation actions. It cites rising legal costs, with annual litigation expenses near $676,000, and mentions cases involving Alabama, Minnesota, Oklahoma, Mississippi State, Kansas, and Denver. The piece discusses broader trends, CFA formation, and calls for reform within college football governance.
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Florida Edges Miami 19-10 in late rally
Florida quarterback Jimmy Fisher sparked a decisive late 48 yard touchdown run to beat Miami 19-10, boosting the Gators to 8-3. Fisher threw 14 of 21 for 263 yards and 103 rushing on 15 carries as Miami battled to the end.
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Tennessee Go es Out Winner
Freshman Hubert Simpson scored two one yard touchdowns as Tennessee beat Vanderbilt 13-10 in the SEC. Bill Battle closes his tenure as coach and Athletic Director Bob Woodruff says he will contact John Majors of Pitt about the Vols coaching vacancy. The win prevents a first losing season since 1964.
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Boston College routs Holy Cross 59 to 6 in final New England clash
Glen Capriola rushed 23 times for 179 yards and two touchdowns as Boston College overwhelmed Holy Cross 59 6 in Newton Massachusetts. Capriola totaled 137 yards by halftime as BC built a 17 0 lead before coasting to an 8 3 season finish. Holy Cross ends 3 8 after a tenth straight loss to BC.
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Charlotte Native Loses S. African Open Title
Brigitte Cuypers of South Africa beat Laura Du Pont of Charlotte 6 7 6 4 6 1 to win the South African Open in Johannesburg after a two hour match. Cuypers recovered from a first set loss by focusing on consistency while Du Pont’s forehands often sailed high.
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St John’s Dominate Buena Vista 61 0 in NCAA Playoffs
St John’s University shut out Buena Vista 61 0 in the NCAA Division III playoffs capitalizing on nine turnovers. Schmitz rushed 114 yards on 19 carries and Eustis added 98 yards as Johnnies build a 40 point halftime lead and advance to the championship against Towson State.
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