Quote of the Day
"To be honest with you, in America, the 'We have to have an American star' thing is changing."-- LPGA Commissioner Mike Whan, on the lack of dominant American names not affecting the tour's popularity. (KOREA TIMES, 2/21)
Top Stories
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Three Is The Magic Number
adidas today announced it has signed a deal with '11 Heisman Trophy winner and top NFL Draft prospect QB Robert Griffin III. He will be featured in a variety of marketing platforms for the brand and will play a role in the development of football, running and training apparel and footwear. Other adidas endorsers include Broncos LB Von Miller and Chiefs S Eric Berry ( adidas ). Terms of the deal were not disclosed, but CNBC's Darren Rovell wrote on his Twitter account, "Adidas tends to overpay to compensate for Nike's strength. Did it with Reggie Bush. Likely the best $ RGIII could make. ... If adidas is smart, they come out with a novelty RGIII sock line.” ESPN's Kristi Dosh wrote, “He'll debut the exclusive ...
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School Days
Vikings reach tentative deal to use TCF Bank Stadium during new facility construction.
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Phoenix Rising
Group led by former Sharks CEO Greg Jamison close to deal with NHL for purchase of Coyotes.
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Shift Change
Devils Owner Jeff Vanderbeek nearing deal with investor to help pay down team's $80M debt.
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The Devils' Arcade
Arizona State's plan to reduce the seating capacity at Sun Devil Stadium could cost up to $250M.
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Husky Glory
UConn plans upgrades, new construction for baseball, softball and soccer facilities.
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Taking Leave
Paul Kelly parts ways with College Hockey after "erosion of trust" with commissioners.
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Cashing In
SEC schools see conference payout jump to $19.5M for the '10-11 season.
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Sexy And I Know It
Gulbis' SI Swimsuit Issue appearance brings back the debate of whether the LPGA should sell sexier side.
