USC faces doubters as Carroll takes Trojan helm amid coaching saga
USC's new head coach is portrayed amid a flawed hiring process led by athletic director Mike Garrett. The piece argues Garrett created public doubts with secrecy and narrowed candidate visibility, casting Dennis Erickson, Mike Bellotti, and Mike Riley as the perceived field while sidelining other contenders.
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ACC outlook for 1961 season across UNC Virginia Duke and NC State
ACC teams face tough early schedules as UNC coach Bunting faces a must win opener at Maryland and a tough slate including Texas and Florida State. Virginia schedules Wisconsin Penn State and Virginia Tech while Duke and Wake Forest also brace for stern non conference tests. NC State under Amato could start 5-0 with favorable early opponents.
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Amato pushes Wolfpack to get physical in Florida
NC State coach Chuck Amato emphasizes conditioning for the Micronpc.com Bowl against Minnesota in Fort Lauderdale on December 28. He plans a grueling prep with film work and limited on field drills, while players like Adrian Wilson express readiness despite limited bowl experience. The team leaves Thursday. ticket totals remain well below demand.
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Best 'Steaks in Town on Idonville Road
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ECU's Logan upbeat on Astrodome trip for Texas Tech bowl
East Carolina coach Steve Logan toured the Astrodome after ECU earned a bowl invite to face Texas Tech. He praised the venue as attractive for football and said Houston is a great destination. The Pirates last played in a dome in 1997, and Logan expects his team to be excited.
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Vick to Return to Virginia Tech for Next Season
Virginia Tech quarterback Michael Vick announced he will return for another season to work on improving as a person and player. He explained the decision was influenced by his injured right ankle and aims to be fully ready for the NFL when the time comes, starting in the Gator Bowl against Clemson.
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