Platt and Neve spark Shenango in consolation win
Neve and Platt combined for 36 of Shenango's 56 as the Wildcats beat West Allegheny 56 to 38 in the Mars Tournament consolation. Platt had 19 points and six assists including four threes. Neve added 17 and 16 rebounds.
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Young continues breakout rise for New Castle Canes
David Young, a 6-foot-5 junior, has surged over six games averaging 28.8 points and 46 rebounds in four recent contests, leading New Castle to its first Blackhawk Christmas Classic title. He tallied 38 points and 13 rebounds in the final against Aliquippa, earning tournament MVP and weekly Athlete of the Week honors.
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Bettis limping but vows to play in playoff vs Patriots
Steelers running back Jerome Bettis, still favoring an injured knee and wearing a bulky brace, says he will play Saturday against New England. Coach Bill Cowher notes the bye week helps, while Dermontti Dawson is questionable with a calf strain.
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Bettis injury clouds Steelers AFC divisional showdown
Steelers star Jerome Bettis, nursing a knee injury, faces a tough test against the Patriots as Pittsburgh seeks more yards from its ground attack. Tim Lester optimistic Bettis will play through pain, while New England’s blitzes stymie him in a 24-21 loss pulling home field away.
Patriots expect Curtis Martin to miss playoff game vs Steelers
Curtis Martin likely will sit out a fifth straight game with an abdominal groin issue as the New England Patriots prepare for the second round at Pittsburgh. Derrick Cullers led a 108 yard ground game in a 17 3 win over Miami while Dave Meggett nurses a groin and hamstring, and Ben Coates and Terry Glenn return healthy.
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Bowl Week Hype and Pitt Fans Rally at Hotel
A team adheres to a 10 30 p m curfew then plans an 8 a m wake up for an 8 30 brunch. After short meetings and an 10 a m chapel, the squad eats at 11 before leaving for the stadium. Confidence runs high despite long layoff as Pitt fans gather in the hotel lobby, receiving free student tickets and bundled merchandise plus a downtown parade.
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Pitt Freshman Noseguard Seeks Bowl Victory Support
Jeff McCurley, a 1997 Mohawk Area High graduate and freshman noseguard at the University of Pittsburgh, reflects on the season's progress and the importance of a bowl win for the program and recruiting. He notes older players weathering down years and hopes Lawrence County fans rally behind the team during the Liberty Bowl coverage.
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Snow Storm Delays Pitt-Syracuse Basketball Game
A Big East matchup between Pittsburgh and 19th ranked Syracuse was postponed due to a major snow storm. Syracuse officials have not set a reschedule and the area recorded up to 23 inches of snowfall.
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