Gene Bartow, a former coach at Memphis State and UCLA, was hired Thursday as president of Hoops LP, the company that operates the Memphis Grizzlies and their arena, the FedExForum. Bartow was chosen NCAA coach of the year in 1973 after leading the Tigers to the NCAA finals against powerhouse UCLA. Memphis State is now called the University of Memphis.
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Bartow named Grizzlies president
Gene Bartow, a former coach at Memphis State and UCLA, was hired Thursday as president of Hoops LP, the company that operates the Memphis Grizzlies and their arena, the FedExForum. Bartow was chosen NCAA coach of the year in 1973 after leading the Tigers to the NCAA finals against powerhouse UCLA. Memphis State is now…
Marlins prez says Olsen might need to go
Florida Marlins president David Samson says the team should part with left-hander Scott Olsen if he’s convicted of charges stemming from a recent arrest, and the comment drew a swift rebuttal from the pitcher’s agent. Olsen was arrested early on July 21 after he allegedly refused to pull over and fought with police.
Cards sweep Brewers, 2 1-2 out of 1st
The way thing are going for the Milwaukee Brewers right now, even Yadier Molina is a power hitter against them. Molina hit two home runs and the Cardinals beat the Brewers 8-0 on Thursday, completing a three-game sweep and closing to within 2 1/2 games of the NL Central lead for the first time since…
Red Sox calm as Yankees cut into lead
Manny Ramirez had just struck out to end the game when the Fenway Park sound system began playing “Will You Still Love Me Tomorrow?” The answer from Boston’s demanding fans would have to wait one more day. The Red Sox were off Thursday, preparing for a weekend series against the Angels and pondering their diminished…
McNabb ready for 1st game since injury
Once Donovan McNabb eludes a sack and scrambles for a gain, most observers will say that No. 5 is back. The five-time Pro Bowl quarterback doesn’t need to break a long run or endure a hard hit to convince himself he’s ready. He already knows. Now he just has to do it before a huge…
No deal yet in Vick dogfighting case
Michael Vick and his attorneys were still negotiating with federal prosecutors Thursday, hoping to strike a deal on a plea agreement, according to a lawyer familiar with the case. The lawyer spoke on condition of anonymity to Sports Betting News because of the ongoing discussions. The Atlanta Falcons star quarterback pleaded not guilty to dogfighting…
Dolphins’ Green makes KC return Thursday
Will there be cheers for the Chiefs’ career top-rated passer, or will fans boo a guy who complained he wasn’t getting a fair chance to keep his job and then wrangled a drawn-out trade to Miami? Trent Green doesn’t know. But Kansas City coach Herm Edwards has an idea how the crowd will greet the…
Randolph named crew chief of Petty’s No. 43 Dodge
LEVEL CROSS, North Carolina (Ticker) — Petty Enterprises on Tuesday named Doug Randolph as crew chief for the No. 43 Dodge driven by 2000 NASCAR Nextel Cup Champion Bobby Labonte.
Randolph named crew chief of Petty’s No. 43 Dodge
LEVEL CROSS, North Carolina (Ticker) — Petty Enterprises on Tuesday named Doug Randolph as crew chief for the No. 43 Dodge driven by 2000 NASCAR Nextel Cup Champion Bobby Labonte.
Pistons sign free-agent G-F Jarvis Hayes
The Detroit Pistons signed free-agent guard/forward Jarvis Hayes on Thursday. The 6-foot-8 Hayes appeared in 81 games last season for the Washington Wizards, averaging 7.2 points, 2.6 rebounds and 20.1 minutes. “We are pleased to add Jarvis Hayes to our roster,” team president Joe Dumars said. “Jarvis has proven himself as a solid NBA player…
Bettman: Pollock’s influence ‘unmatched’
NHL commissioner Gary Bettman called Sam Pollock’s influence on the hockey world “unmatched” a day after the former Montreal Canadiens vice president and general manager’s death. “Sam Pollock’s legacy extends far beyond the nine Stanley Cup championships the Canadiens won in his 14 years of leadership,” Bettman said in a statement.
Hudson allows Bonds’ 759th HR but wins
Tim Hudson was called for a couple of balks — nearly doubling his career total– and took a hard-hit liner off the leg. Otherwise, just another typical night for the Atlanta Braves’ ace. Hudson won his eighth in a row despite giving up Barry Bonds’ 759th homer and getting called for the first two balks…