Daniel Benjamin
Daniel Benjamin is a freelance sports analyst. Benjamin has been published on Yahoo Sports, Yahoo news, Associated Content and Real GM.com.
Benjamin has coached basketball for four years. He also officiates several high school sports.
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Benjamin has coached basketball for four years. He also officiates several high school sports.
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2011-12 Junior College Men’s Basketball Profile: Imperial Valley CollegeIPV, ranked in the CCC state poll for the first time in 2011-12, is currently tied atop of the PCAC standings with a 7-1 record. The Arabs, who have won four straight games, improved to 15-4 overall with a 65-51 victory over Palomar College.Also published on:
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2011-12 Junior College Women’s Basketball Profile: North Idaho CollegeThe North Idaho College Lady Cardinals, who are 14-2 overall and 3-0 in the SWAC in 2011-12, won their first ever NJCAA national championship in 2010-11. The Lady Cardinals are currently ranked 10th in country and have reeled off eight straight wins.Also published on:
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2011-12 Junior College Men’s Basketball Profile: North Idaho CollegeThe North Idaho College Cardinals, 17-1 overall and ranked 10th in the NJCAA national poll, appear to be solid Region 18 champsion contenders. The Cardinals, who have reeled off eight straight games, defeated fifth ranked CSI in their last game.Also published on:
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D-League Scouting Reports: Los Angeles D-FendersThe Los Angeles D-Fenders are off to a start their season. The D-Fenders, who have a roster full of talented players, have been without their top five players since Dec. 9. This article will giving a scouting on each of LA top prospects.
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2011-12 Junior College Women’s Basketball Profile: Santa Fe CollegeIn order to extend their streak of winning seasons to six years, the Santa Fe College Saints will need to win their last nine contests. The Saints, 7-14 overall and 1-2 in the MFC, has won three straight conference titles.
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2011-12 Junior College Men’s Basketball Profile: Santa Fe CollegeSanta Fe College, 16-3 in 2010-11, went 2-0 during the week of January (8-15) has assured themselves of their sixth straight winning season. Since the program's inception in 1979-80, the Saints have gone 590-418 overall.Also published on:
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2011-12 Junior College Women’s Basketball Profile: San Bernardino Valley CollegeThe San Bernardino Valley College Wolverines are looking for their fifth straight Foothill Conference title in 2011-12. The Wolverines improved to 16-3 overall and 4-0 in Foothill play with a victory over Victor College on January 14.Also published on:
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2011-12 Junior College Women’s Basketball Profile: Kansas City Kansas Community CollegeKCKCC Lady Blue Devils, who got off to one of the best starts in program history, has dropped two straight games to stiff competition. The Lady Blue Devils, 10-5 and 1-2 in the KJCCC, past two losses have been to ranked opponents.
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2011-12 Junior College Men’s Basketball Profile: San Bernardino Valley CollegeThe SBVC Wolverines have owned the Foothill Conference this past decade. The Wolverines, who have 11 Conference titles overall, have won five Foothill Conference crowns since 2000 and are looking to add another in 2011-12.
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2011-12 Junior College Men’s Basketball Profile: Kansas City Kansas Community CollegeAfter putting together the best season in their program's 89-year history in 2010-11, KCKCC got off to a blazing start. The Blue Devils, who started the season with 12 straight wins, have dropped two of their last four games.Also published on:
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2011-12 Junior College Men’s Basketball Profile: Cabrillo CollegeThe Cabrillo College Seahawks have thrived under 12th year head coach Tony Marcupoles. Since Marcupoles took over the program in 2000-2001, the Seahawks have won three conference championships and reached the state tournament 8 times.
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2011-12 Junior College Women’s Basketball Profile: Pensacola State CollegeComing off a record setting season, the Pensacola State College Lady Pirates are looking to get back to the NJCAA Final Four in 2011-12. The Lady Pirates, 14-1 in 2011-12, are currently ranked fifth in the country.
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2011-12 Junior College Men’s Basketball Profile: Pensacola State CollegeThe Pensacola State College Pirates, the first Florida team to win a NJCAA title, is looking to make headway in the tough Panhandle Conference in 2011-12. The Pirates, 16-2, are one of three Panhandle teams currently ranked in the NJCAA poll.Also published on:
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2011-12 Junior College Women’s Basketball Profile: Western Wyoming Community CollegeWestern Wyoming CC, coming off one of their best seasons in their program's history, is 11-1 in 2011-12. The Lady Mustangs returned seven players from the 2010-11 squad that went 23-6 and 9-3 in conference play.
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2011-12 Junior College Women’s Basketball Profile: Santa Rosa Junior CollegeThe 2011-12 Santa Rosa JC Lady Bear Cubs are seeking their third straight CCCAA Final Four appearance. SRJC became the first non-number seeded team from Northern California to win a state title when they knocked off CC of San Francisco in 2010-11.Also published on:
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2011-12 Junior College Men’s Basketball Profile: Western Wyoming Community CollegeComing of their first Regional IX championship, the Western Wyoming CC Mustangs are seeking their second straight NJCAA national tournament appearance. The Mustangs, 13-1, are among the top teams in scoring and shooting percentage in the NJCAA.Also published on:
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2011-12 Junior College Men’s Basketball Profile: Santa Rosa Junior CollegeSanta Rosa College, 12-4, is ranked ninth in the CCCAA state poll. The Bear Cubs are looking for a return trip to the Elite-Eight where they were eliminated in 2010-11. SRJC is currently 4-3 against teams ranked in the CCCAA state poll.Also published on:
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2011-12 Junior College Women’s Basketball Profile: Chaffey CollegeChaffey College has been a one of Southern California women's basketball powers the past half-dozen years. During this six year, the Lady Panthers have reached the semifinals of the Southern California playoffs three times.Also published on:
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2011-12 Junior College Women’s Basketball Profile: Hutchinson Community CollegeThe Hutchinson CC Lady Blue Dragons, 13-0, are off to one of their best starts in their program's history. The Lady Blue Dragons, currently on a 51 -game home winning streak, have achieved the highest ranking in the program's history.Also published on:
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2011-12 Junior College Men’s Basketball Profile: Chaffey CollegeAfter having the highest winning percentage of all Foothill Conference members during the 2000's, Chaffey College is looking to continue their success for years to come. The Hustlin Panthers are currently 10-5 in 2011-12 and ranked #12 in the CCCAA.Also published on:
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2011-12 Junior College Men’s Basketball Profile: Hutchinson Community CollegeThe Hutchinson CC Blue Dragons, with 1,586 victories, are the second most successful men's basketball program in NJCAA history. The Blue Dragons are 13-1 and ranked 10th in the nation in 2011-12.Also published on:
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2011-12 Men’s Junior College Basketball Profile: Kanakee Community CollegeThe Kanakee CC Cavaliers have won at least 20 games in 32 of the past 38 years. Even more amazing is that the Cavaliers haven't ever had a losing season and have won 30 or more games 12 times. KCC is off to a 12-2 start to the 2011-12 season.Also published on:
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2011-12 Junior College Women’s Basketball Profile: Mt. San Jacinto CollegeThe Mt. San Jacinto College Lady Eagles are looking to extend the program's best period to six-years. The Lady Eagles, 13-3 on the season, are on track to win 20 games for the sixth straight season. MSJC is led by freshman Tina Fantroy and Ashley Jenkins.Also published on:
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2011-12 Junior College Women’s Basketball Profile: Casper CollegeThe Casper College Lady Thunderbirds are seeking their third straight Region IX championship as well as their third straight trip to the NJCAA national tournament. The Lady Thunderbirds, 11-1, are currently ranked sixth in the country.Also published on:
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2011-12 Junior College Men’s Basketball Profile: Mt. San Jacinto CollegeThe Mt. San Jacinto Eagles are off to a strong 10-3 start to the 2011-12 season. The Eagles, ranked fourth in the state of California, is seeking their second straight Elite-Eight appearance.Also published on:
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2011-12 Junior College Men’s Basketball Profile: Casper CollegeThe Casper College Thunderbirds are one of the most decorated basketball programs in NJCAA Region IX. The Thunderbirds, 8-4, are looking to continue their rich tradition in 2011-12.Also published on:
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2011-12 Junior College Women’s Basketball Profile: Citrus CollegeThe 2011-12 season could be the Citrus College Lady Owls year to end their Western States Conference title drought. The Lady Owls haven't collected any conference hardware since the 2004-05 season.Also published on:
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2011-12 Junior College Men’s Basketball Profile: Citrus CollegeThe Citrus College Owls have been one of the top men's basketball programs in California over the past four years. The Owls, 12-0, are currently ranked number one in the CCCAA.Also published on:
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2011-2012 Junior College Women’s Basketball Profile: Barton Community CollegeBarton CC Lady Cougars concluded their fall portion of the schedule on a high note as they defeated third-ranked Independence CC. The Lady Cougars (10-4) are currently on a two-game win streak also defeating Fort Scott in the Barton Classic.Also published on:
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2011-12 Junior College Women’s Basketball Profile: Irvine Valley CollegeThe Irvine Valley College women's basketball team has been consistent throughout head coach Julie Hanks tenure making the regional playoffs 9 of the last 12 years. In order for the Lasers to make the postseason in 2011-12 they must be more consistent.Also published on:
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2011-12 Junior College Men’s Basketball Profile: Barton Community CollegeBarton CC has been ranked the the majority of time the past seven seasons under head coach craig Fletchall. Fletchall's teams have never been ranked higher then seventh in the NJCAA national poll. However, the 2011-12 team has a chance.Also published on:
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2011-12 Junior College Men’s Profile: Irvine Valley CollegeIVC is in te midst of their best four-year period (2008-present) in their history. The Lasers ae currently ranked 10th in the CCCAA state poll are of to a 12-3 start.Also published on:
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2011-12 Junior College Women’s Basketball: Salt Lake Community CollegeThe Salt Lake CC Lady Bruins are looking to extending their consecutive winning seasons to 17 years. The Lady Bruins are currently on a four-game winning streak and 6-4 on the season.Also published on:
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2011-12 Junior College Men’s Basketball: Salt Lake Community CollegeNew era, same old results for the Salt Lake CC Bruins. The Bruins, who are currently under the direction of head caoch Todd Phillips, are currently ranked fifth in the nation after starting the season 12-0.Also published on:
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2011-12 Junior College Women’s Basketball Profile: Yuba CollegeThe Yuba College women's basketball program has struggled since the inception of the program. The 49'ers have struggled mightily since their record-setting 2008-09 season. Since then Yuba has produced just nine victories.Also published on:
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D-League Team Breakdown: Los Angeles D-Fenders Strengths and WeaknessesThe Los Angeles D-Fenders are off to a 7-4 start in 201-12 and are currently in second place in the West Conference.The D-Fenders are a very talented team that is strong in some areas and need to improve in others.
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2011-12 Junior College Profile: Yuba CollegeThe Yuba College 49'ers have been one of the most dominant Northern California basketball programs the past decade. The 49'ers, 15-3 on the season, have made 10 straight playoff appearances. Yuba has also won five straight BVC crowns.Also published on:
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D-League Team of the Week: Los Angeles D-FendersDespite losing a D-League high six players to NBA training camps, the Los Angeles D-Fenders went 3-1 during the week of Dec. 6-13. The D-Fenders led by top scorer Brandon Costner defeated Rio Grande Valley twice and Texas once.
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2011 Junior College Men’s Basketball Profile: Lamar State College-Port ArthurThe 2011-12 LSC-PA Seahawks are trying to duplicate their 2010-11 historical season. The Seahawks, made their first national tournament appearance in 2010-11, are off to 12-3 start to the 2011-12 campaign including a 4-0 start in regional play.Also published on:
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2011-12 Junior College Women Basketball Profile: Antelope Valley CollegeThe Antelope Valley College women's basketball team has played in two championship tournament games in 2011-12. The Marauders are 1-1 in these games having won the Moorpark Tournament before losing the championship game in their own tournament.Also published on:
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2011-12 Junior College Men’s Basketball Profile: Antelope Valley CollegeThe Antelope Valley College Marauders have a very talented team in 2011-12. The Marauders, who are off to a 9-2 start to their season are ranked third in the CCCAA. However, there are questions whether AVC is tough enough to become champions.Also published on:
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2011-12 Junior College Women’s Basketball Profile: Three Rivers Community CollegeThe Three Rivers CC Lady Raiders have played one of the most unusual schedules in the country. The Lady Raiders, who are 6-5 on the season, have played just seven different opponents.Also published on:
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2011-12 Junior College Men’s Basketball Profile: Three Rivers Community CollegeThe Three Rivers CC Raiders have one of the most expeienced teams in the country as eight players returned from their 2010-11 team that went 19-11. The Raiders, who started the season ranked 10th in the nation, is currently unranked with a 10-3 record.Also published on:
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2011 Junior College Women’s Basketball Profile: Chipola CollegeThe Chipola College Lady Indians are off to solid start in 2011-12. The Lady Indians are 10-3 on the season and ranked 14th iin the natiion after beginning the season unranked.Also published on:
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2012 NHL Free Agency: Anaheim DucksThe Anaheim Ducks' veteran laden team is slumping and despite making several personnel moves the 2011-12 season is slipping away. With the prospects of no playoffs for the Ducks, there is no better time than to check out the 2012 potential free agents.
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2011-12 Junior College Men’s Basketball Profile: Chipola CollegeThe Chipola College Indians are looking to re-establish the dominance over the state of Florida that they held in the first decade of the century. The Indians, who are 13-0 on the season, have won five of the past seven FSCAA state championships.Also published on:
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2011-12 Women’s Junior College Basketball Profile: South Plains CollegeThe South Plains College Lady Texans are off to an unusual slow start to the 2011-12 season. The Lady Texans, who are 2-10 season, lost 38 games the prior six seasons under head coach Michelle Wyatt.Also published on:
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2011-12 Men’s Junior College Basketball Profile: South Plains CollegeThe South Plain College Texans are the only remaining undefeated NJCAA team in Texas. The Texans have a balanced veteran laden team. SPC has won a national title and three regional crowns in the last 11years.Also published on:
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2011-12 Junior College Men’s Basketball Profile: Howard CollegeThe Howard College men's basketball team had a difficult season last year off the court. The Hawks, who went 23-7 in 2010-11, ended up with just nine team members as a result of numerous suspensions.Also published on:
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2011-12 Junior College Women’s College Basketball Profile: Howard CollegeThe Howard College women's basketball team are looking to return to Region V playoffs without the hassle of playing in a Play-In game. Since 2007-08, the Lady Hawks have made the regional playoffs a annual occurrence.Also published on:
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2011-12 Junior College Women’s Basketball Profile: Ventura CollegeHead Coach Ned Mircetic has had a spectacular career an is aiming to lead the 2011-12 VC squad to an unprecendented 14 Elite Eight appearance. Currently in his 22nd season at the helm of the Pirates, Mircetic has 630 career wins.Also published on:
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2011 Junior College Women’s Basketball Profile: East Mississippi Community CollegeThe East Mississippi CC women's basketball team has recently produced their three best seasons in over three decades. The Lady Lions, who are 55-20 the past three seasons, are 80-78 since head coach Sharon Thompson took over the program in 2005.
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2011-12 Junior College Men’s Basketball Profile: Ventura CollegeAfter being on probation for two-years, the Ventura College Pirates are looking to return to the CCCAA Southern Regional playoffs. The Pirates, who have played in three OT games already, are 3-5 on the season.
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2011-12 Junior College Men’s Basketball Profile: East Mississippi Community CollegeThe EMCC Lions are looking to take the next step in head coach Mark White's transformation project. Since White's arrival, the Lions have gone from a snake bitten program to one that has participated in the last two NJCAA national championship.
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2011-12 Junior College Women’s Basketball Profile: Palm Beach State CollegePalm Beach State College women's basketball team appears to be ready to take the next step under head coach Kris Ruffo. Ruffo, who is in her fifth year, has resurrected the Panther program into a perennial Southern Conference contender.
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2011-12 Junior College Women’s Basketball Profile: Cerritos CollegeFor the past 30 years, the Cerritos College Falcons have been one of the best programs in the CCCAA Southern Region. The Falcons have posted a 621-308 record during this period which includes 11 conference titles and seven state playoff appearances.
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2011-12 Junior College Men's Basketball Profile: Palm Beach State CollegePalm Beach State College, which plays in the tough FCSAA, is one of the most dynamic junior college basketball programs in the country. The Panthers, who are 10-1 on the season, are currently ranked fifth in the nation.
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2011 Junior College Men’s Basketball Profile: Cerritos CollegeAfter a disappointing 2010-11 season, the Cerritos College Falcons are looking to claim their third South Coast title in four years in 2011-12. The Falcons have an impressive history win more 1,000 games and playing seven CCCAA state championships.
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2011-12 Junior College Women’s Basketball Profile: Midland CollegeThe Midland Lady Chaps are looking for their first ever NJCAA Final Four appearance after falling short of the national tournament in 2011 and reaching the Elite-Eight in 2010. The Lady Chaps have more than 250 wins in their history.
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2011-12 Junior College Men’s Basketball Profile: Midland CollegeThe Midland College men's basketball programs in Region V the past decade. Since the turn of the century, the Chaparrals have won one national championship title in six appearances.
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2011-12 Men’s Junior College Basketball Profile: Trinity Valley Community CollegeTVCC has a rich tradition of producing winning teams and quality players. The Cardinals, who have won over 850 games in their history, have won three regional titles and 14 conference championships.
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2011-12 Junior College Women’s Basketball Profile: Trinity Valley Community CollegeThe Trinity Valley CC Lady Cardinals, who are perched on top off the NJCAA national rankings, are off to a blistering 10-0 start.The Lady Cardinals, who are led by guard Sha'Kayla Caples and Keuna Flax, are seeking their sixth national title.
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2011 Junior College Football Profile: CHAMPS Heart of Texas BowlThe Navarro College- New Mexico Military Institute HOT Bow matchup features two of the best quarterbacks that the NJCAA has to offer. Leading the 2010 national champions Navarro Bulldogs is Adrian Nelson while David Vega runs NMMI's show.
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2011 Junior College Football Profile: Citizens Bank BowlTrinity Valley CC and Butler CC will face each other for the first time snce the early 2000's when they meet in the Citizens Bank Bowl. Both #3 Butler and #10 TVCC have championship pedigree.
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2011 Junior College Women’s Basketball Profile: Coffeyville Community CollegeThe big question for the Coffeyville Red Ravens women's basketball team heading into the season was could they win the regional title. The Red Ravens, who have won at least 20 games the past 14 seasons, haven't won a Region VI title since 1998.Also published on:
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2011 Junior College Football Profile: Top of the Mountain Bowl16th-ranked Snow College will face 17th-ranked Eastern Arizona in the eighth annual Top of the Mountain Bowl. Eastern Arizona defeated Snow College 41-14 in the first matchup between these two WSFL programs.Also published on:
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2011-2012 Junior College Basketball Profile: Coffeyville Community CollegeCoffeyville CC has been one of the most successful junior college programs the past decade and a-half. The Red Ravens has won six Region VI titles and 10 Jayhawk East Division crowns.Also published on:
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2011 Holidays: Ten Gift Ideas for Buffalo Sabres Fans on Your ListThe holidays are always hectic. If you got a Buffalo Sabres fan on your gift list you should check Yahoo Sports Shop out. This article will describe a variey of gift ideas for your Sabres fan.Also published on:
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2011-12 Junior College Men’s Basketball Profile: Diablo Valley CollegeThe DVC Vikings have been one of the top basketball programs since Steve Coccimiglio took over the program 22 seasons ago. The Vikings have posted a 508-194 record which includes seven Elite-Eight appearances.Also published on:
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201-12 Junior College Women’s Basketball Profile: Fresno City CollegeFresno CC has been one of the top women's basketball programs in Northern California the past four years. During this period, the Rams have gone 115-22 and made two state tournament appearances.Also published on:
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2011-12 Junior College Men’s Basketball Profile: Fresno City CollegeFresno City College's men basketball program has had an unprecendented 10-year run in the CCCAA. During this period the Rams have picked up 313 wins and two CCCAA titles.Also published on:
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2011 Junior College Football Profile: El Toro BowlArizona Western College (11-0) will host East Mississippi CC (11-0) for the NJCAA National Chmpionship in the El Toro Bowl on December 3. This will be the second ever meeting between AWC and EMCC.Also published on:
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2011 Junior College Football Profile: Northern California ChampionshipCC of San Francisco and Fresno CC will battle once again for the NCFA regional title and the right to host the CCCAA state championship game. CCSF and FCC are the two most successful programs in the NCFA.Also published on:
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2011-2012 Junior College Women’s Basketball Profile: Northwest Florida State CollegeNWF STate is off to hot start in 2011 as they have climbed to numer four in the most recent NJCAA national poll. The Raiders, who lost in the FCSAA State Championship game in 2010-2011, is 6-0 on the season.Also published on:
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Stopping the Run is the Philadelphia Eagles Biggest IssueThe Philadelphia Eagles are on the verge of missing the playoffs for the first time since 2007. The Eagles have struggled with many aspects of game like turnovers, offensive and defensive problems in the red-zone and stopping the run.
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2011-2012 Junior College Basketball Profile: Northwest Florida State CollegeNWF State is off to a6-0 start to the season and currently ranked third in the country. The Raiders are led by sophomores Rod Rucker, Neiko Hunter and freshman Chris Jones.Also published on:
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2011 Junior College Football Profile: Southern California ChampionshipMt. San Antonio College will host Cerritos College on Nov. 26 for the SCFA Regional title. The game is a rematch of 2010's title game where Mt. SAC defeated Cerritos 51-0.Also published on:
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2011 Junior College Football Profile: Salt City BowlLackawanna College and Hutchinson CC meet fot the first time ever in the Salt City Bowl on December 3rd. Lackawanna is 7-3 on the season while Hutchinson CC is 8-3,Also published on:
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2011-2012 Junior College Men’s Basketball Profile: Indian Hills Community CollegeThe Indian Hill Warriors, who are off to a strong start to the 2011-2012 campaign, have a rich men's basketball tradition. In the past 20 years, the Warriors have won three national championships plus several region and district titles.Also published on:
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2011 Junior College Football Profile: Lackawanna CollegeThe Lackawanna College Falcons, who are 7-3 on the season, are headed to the Salt City Bowl in Hutchinson, Kan., on December 3. The Falcons secured their second straight bowl appearance with a 44-24 victor over Georgia Military College.Also published on:
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2011 Junior College Football Profile: Graphic Edge Bowl (Game 2)Game two of the Graphic Edge Bowl should be a compelling game as Iowa Western faces Rochester CTC. IWCC is 8-2 on the season while RCTC is one of four remaining unbeaten teams in all of the NJCAA.Also published on:
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2011 Junior College Football Profile: Graphic Edge Bowl (Game 1)To open the NJCAA bowl, season the Graphic Edge Bowl,which is located in Cedar Falls,Iowa, is hosting to two distinct games. Game one pits Iowa CCC against Central Lakes College.Also published on:
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The Dallas Cowboys’ Return Game Needs to ImproveThe Dallas Cowboys improved to 5-4 overall with a 44-7 drubbing of the Buffalo Bills. The Cowboys, who have the Washington Redskins, Miami Dolphins and Arizona Cardinals upcoming on their schedule, appear to be clicking on all cylinders.
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2011-2012 Junior College Women's Basketball Profile: City College of San FranciscoThe CC of San Francisco women's basketball team is eyeing a return trip back to the CCCAA state championship title game after falling short in 2010-2011. The Rams, who went 27-6, return six players including three starters.Also published on:
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2011 Junior College Football Profile: Iowa Central Community CollegeIowa CCC will be going for their sixth straight bowl victory when they face Central Lakes College on November 20 in the Graphics Edge Bowl. This will be the 13th bowl game for Tritons in the past 15 seasons.Also published on:
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2011-2012 Junior College Men's Basketball Profile:Top Ten Prospects Division I, District 1 (6-10)Each year, NCAA basketball teams look to the junior college ranks for players who can help immediately. So far, two players from District 1 have committed to play for NCAA Division I teams in 2012-2013 while several others are being pursued.Also published on:
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2011-2012 Junior College Men's Basketball Profile; Top Ten Division I, District 1 Prospects (1-5)Each year, NCAA basketball teams look to the juco ranks for players who can help immediately. Two District 1 players, D'Vonne Pickett jr. and Travis Wilkins have already signed NLI's to play for NCAA Division I programs.Also published on:
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2011-2012 Junior College Men’s Basketball Profile: Division I, District 1 TeamsThe NJCAA District I is comprised of teams from Region 1 and Region 18. Region 1 is essentially teams from Arizona while Region 18 is comprised of teams from Idaho, Utah and Colorado.Also published on:
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2011-2012 Junior College Men’s Basketball Profile: City College of San FranciscoThe City College of San Francisco won their first CCCAA state title in 49 years in 2010-2011. The Rams won 27 straight games to close out the season and finished the year with a 32-1 record.Also published on:
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2011 Junior College Football Profile: Monterey Peninsula CollegeMonterey Peninsula College, who are 7-3 on the season, dropped their annual rivalry game against Hartnell College on November 12. The Lobos, who split the Coast Conference Championship with Hartnell, will play Yuba in a bowl game.Also published on:
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Most Memorable Detroit Lions Thanksgiving Day Games: 1997 and 1998The Detroit Lions and Thanksgiving Day have become synonymous over the years. The Lions, who will be making their 72nd Thanksgiving Day appearance this year, have provided many memorable games.Also published on:
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2011 Junior College Football Profile: Long Beach City CollegeLong Beach City College has a long football tradition. The Vikings won their 15th conference title in 2011 and will play in a bowl game despite finishing the year at 5-5.Also published on:
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2011 Junior College Football Profile: West Los Angeles CollegeOn November 12, West Los Angleles College's football season came to a sudden conclusion with a 32-21 loss to Santa Monica in the defacto Pacific Conference championship. The Vikings 7-3 overall record is the programs best since 2004.Also published on:
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2011 Junior College Football Profile: East Los Angeles CollegeEast Los Angeles College clinched a share of the Mountain Conference title with a 45-13 victory over Compton College. The Huskies, who haven't won a conferene title in 37 years, can win the championship outright with a victory Nov. 12.Also published on:
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2011 Junior College Football Profile: Solano Community CollegeSolano Community College is on the verge of wrapping up their second outright straight Bay Valley Conference title. The Falcons, who guaranteed themselves at least a share of the title with their victory over Redwoods, face Shasta on November 12.Also published on:
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2011 Junior College Football Profile: Moorpark CollegeMoorpark College, which is coming off their biggest win of the season over Citrus,will conclude their season against LA-Harbor on November 12. The Raiders, who are 6-3 overall and 3-1 in the WSC, are bowl eligible for the 19th time.Also published on:
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Offensive Line is the New York Giants Biggest WeaknessThe New York Giants led by Eli Manning are making a strong case for being the NFL's second best team. Overall, the Giants are 6-2 and in first place in the NFC East.
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2011 Junior College Football Profile: Santa Monica CollegeThe Santa Monica College football program is on the verge of doing something that it hasn't done in 20 years. The Corsairs, who are 5-0 in the American Pacific Conference, will face West LA in a defacto conference championship game on Nov. 12.
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2011 Junior College Football Profile: Sierra CollegeThe Sierra College Wolverines have been one of the elite junior college football programs in the country since 2000. Since the turn of the century,the Wolverines have been to nine bowl games and have finished in the top-15 nationally twice.Also published on:
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2011-2012 Junior College Women's Basketball Profile: Palomar CollegeThe Palomar College women's basketball team is looking to rebound from a horrific 2010-2011 campaign. The Comets went 0-21 last season snapping a streak of four consecutive years with at least 20 wins.
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2011 Junior College Men's Basketball Profile: Palomar CollegeThe Palomar Comets men's basketball team is hoping seven-foot-one freshman Joe Vaz can help turn around their fortunes. The Comets, who haven't had a winning season since 2005-2006, have won 10 conference championships overall.
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2011 Junior College Women's Basketball Profile: Monroe CollegeThe Monroe College Lady Mustangs have made been a major player in NJCAA DIvision II and Division III since the early 2000's. The Lady Mustangs have won 72% of there games and three National Championships.
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2011 Junior College Football Profile: College of the SskiyousThe College of the Siskiyous, whose high powered offense fizzled in their loss to Sacramento City, can finish above .500 with a victory over Feather River. The Eagles, who are led by record setting RB Taylor Cox, averages over 37 points a game.
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2011 Junior College Men's Basketball: Monroe CollegeThe Monroe College Mustangs will claim the top spot in the newest NJCAA Division I poll. The Mustangs, who finished third in the National Championships last year, defeated the #1 College of Southern Idaho on November 5.
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2011 Junior College Football Profile: Hartnell CollegeHartnell College assurred themselves of winning season when they defeated Gavilan College 45-7 on November 5. The Panthers, who are 6-3 and 3-1 in the Coast Conference, hosts rival Monterey Peninsula on November 12.
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Junior College Women's Basketball Profile: College of Southern IdahoThe College of Southern Idaho is one of the preemininent NJCAA Division I women's basketball teams. The Golden Eagles have won four regional championships and been runners-up three times.
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2011 Junior College Football Profile: West Hills CollegeThe West Hills College Falcons, who are 3-5 on the season,have played in a lot of close games. Of the Falcons eight games, seven have been decided by eight or fewer points.
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2011 Junior College Men's Basketball Profile: College of Southern IdahoDefending NJCAA Champions College of Southern Idaho opened up their defense of the title with a easy win over Westchester CC. The Golden Eagles conclude the Monroe College Invite with games against Harcum and Monroe College.
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2011 Junior College Football Profile: Mendocino CollegeMendocino College, which is 2-6 on the season, has a chance to play spoiler when they meet undefeated American River on November 5. The Eagles have been outscored 312- 105 in their six losses.
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2011 Junior Collge Football Profile: Northland Community and Technical CollegeNorthland CTC will face Rochester CTC in the MCAC Finals on November 5 at St. Cloud, Minn. The Pioneers, who are led by QB Khaaliq Burroughs, are making their second straight appearence in the playoffs and 11th overall.
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2011 Junior College Football Profile: Dodge City Community CollegeDodge City CC's football program has been in a rut the past five years posting a combined record of 7-38. However, the Conquistadors went 3-3 in the KJCCC this year and qualified for the regional playoffs for the first time since 2005.
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2011 Junior College Football Profile: DuPage ColllegeThe College of DuPage Chaparrals are on the verge of rekindling their glorious past. The Chaparrals, who finished their 2011 season with 7-3 record, were the kings of Illinois junior college football in the 80's and 90's.
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The Miami Dolphins' Offense is StrugglingThe Miami Dolphins, who are 0-7, are struggling in all facets of the game on offense and defense. The Dolphins, who have lost 10 in a row, are 7-16 since the start of 2010 and have only made one playoff appearance in 10 years.
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2011 Junior College Football Profile: Cerritos CollegeThe Cerritos College Falcons are on verge of winning their second straight SCFA Northern Conference title. The Falcons, who are 5-2 overall and 3-0 in conference play, are in sole possession of first place after starting the year 0-2.
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2011 Junior College Footballl Profile: ASA CollegeDespite being in existence just three years, the ASA College's Avengers are moving up the conference and national ladder. The Avengers, who are 3-3 in 2011, have posted a 15-9 record overall.
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2011 Junior Collge Football Profile: Tyler Junior CollegeTJC, who is 6-3 on the season, earned the SWJCFC's fourth and final playoff spot with a 42-35 victor over Kilgor College. The Apaches will face undefeated and #1 ranked Blinn College on November 5 in the conference semifinals.
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2011 Junior College Football Profile: Louisburg CollegeThe Louisburg College Hurricanes are having their finest NJCAA season since the program was reinstated in 2005. The Hurricanes are lead by sensational running back Rasheed Williams, who leads the NJCAA in rushing.
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2011 Junior College Football Profile: Jones County Junior CollegeJones County Junior College ended their season on a three-game winning streak with a 35-7 victory over Pearl River in the 81st annual Catfight rivalry game. The Bobcats were led by running back Lavoris Powell and a top notch pass defense.
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2011 Junior College Football Profile: Coffeyville Community College17th-ranked Coffeyville CC will host 15th-ranked Hutchinson CC on October 29. The winner of the game will finish in second place in the Jayhawk CC Conference and host the rematch on November 6th in the first round of the Region VI playoffs.
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2011 Junior College Football Profile: Mesabi Range Community and Technology CollegeMesabi Range CTC (5-4) is making their fourth straight appearance in the MCAC playoffs. The Norse, who are 0-2 in the playoffs since winning the state title in 2008, is facing Rochester Community and Technology for the third straight year.
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2011 Junior College Football Profiles: Golden West CollegeThe Golden West Rustlers, who are 3-4 on the season, has had a few near misses against tough competition. The Rustlers schedule doesn't get any easier as they cose their season with games against Desert, Southwestern and Orange Coast.
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2011 Junior College Football Profile: De Anza CollegeThe De Anza College Dons suffered their first conference defeat in nearly three years when they fell to Diablo Valley College 35-20 on October 21st. With the loss, the Dons fell to 5-2 on the season and 1-1 in the GCC.
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2011 Junior College Football Profile: Central Lake CollegeCentral Lakes College has been one of the best football programs in the MCAC the past five seasons. During this period, the Raiders have gone 41-13 and became state champions for the first time in school history in 2009.
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2011 Junior College Football Profile: Contra Costa CollegeThe Contra Costa College Comets, who are 5-1 on the season, may be on its way back to being one of the preeminent teams in the CCCAA. The Comets, who are ranked 12th in Northern California, had gone 11-34 the past five seasons.
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2011 Junior Collge Football Profile: San Joaquin Delta CollegeThe San Joaquin Delta College Mustangs have been two different teams on the field this year. The good Mustangs are 4-0 and average 57.5 points per game while the bad Mustangs are 0-2 and surrender 33.5 points per contest.
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2011 Junior College Football Profile: Chabot CollegeThe Chabot College Galadiators, who are 5-1 on the season, subscribe to the old school philosophy on how to win football games. This old school philosophy believes teams win by running the succesfully and playing great defense.
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2011 Junior College Football Profile: Santa Ana CollegeSanta Ana produced their most successful season under head coach Geoff Jones. The Dons, which won nine games and finished second in the Eastern Conference last year, are off to a 3-3 start in 2011.
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NFL: Chicago Bears Offensive Adjustments Worked Against the Minnesota VikingsThe Chicago Bears, who have struggled most of the season, routed the Minnesota Vikings on Sunday 39-10 after making adjustments to offensive game plan. The Bears biggest problem on offense has been its offensive line.
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2011 Junior Football College Profile: Foothill CollegeFoothill College's football program has been extremely consistent the past 14 years. The Owls, who are off to a 4-1 start this season, have been nationally ranked 13 of the past 14 years.
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2011 Junior College Football Profile: Nassau Community CollegeNassau CC is on the verge of winning back-to-back Northeast Conference Championships for the first time in their program's history. The Lions, who are currently 6-1 overall and 3-0 in conference play, are a 1/2 game out of first place.
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2011 Junior College Football Profile: Modesto Junior CollegeAfter a six-year absence, the Modesto Junior College Pirates are back among the top NCFA's teams. The Pirates, who are 5-1 on the season, are currently ranked fifth in the NCFA.
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2011 Junior College Football Profile: Dean CollegeDean College, which is 5-1 on the season, has a key conference game against Nassau on Oct. 22. The Bulldogs, who are on top of the NFC standings, are looking to win their fourth conference championship in five years.
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2011 Junior College Football Profile: Glendale (Calif.) Community CollegeGlendale Community College has strong football history, having been invited to 16 bowl games. However, the Vaqueros haven't reached postseason play since 2006 and are off to an 0-6 start this season.
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Offensive Line is the Chicago Bears Biggest WeaknessThe Chicago Bears fell to the Detroit Lions on Monday night dropping their overall record to 2-3 on the season. The Bears, who are off to their worst start since 2007, have many issues wih the biggest being the offensive line.
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2011 Junior College Football Profile: Glendale (Ariz.) Community CollegeGlendale CC has a storied football history, having won multiple national and conference titles. The Gauchos, who were ranked #2 by the NJCAA for the first decade of the 21st century, are aiming to continue their success this decade.
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2011 junior college football profile: Diablo Valley CollegeThe Diablo Valley College Vikings, who are 5-0 on the season, have one of the best defenses in the CCCAA. The Vikings' defense, which is under the direction of head coach Mike Darr, has set several school records recently.
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2011 junior college football profile: College of the DesertThe College of the Desert, which owns a 4-1 record heading into conference play, has some of the fastest players in the state. Some of the Roadrunners' speedsters include Jordan Calhoun,Nephi Garcia, Charles Davis, Dwaine Jackson and Wayne Jacobs .
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2011 junior college football profile: Allan Hancock CollegeAllan Hancock College, which went 3-7 last year, is hoping to have the same turnaround as the last time it had a losing season, which was 2002. The Bulldogs, who are currently 4-1 on the season, went 8-3 in 2003 and was invited to a bowl game.
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2011 junior college football profile: American River CollegeAmerican River College is off to a 5-0 start to its season and is ranked 19th in the nation. The Beavers possess one of the top offenses and defenses in the state of California.
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2011 junior college football profile: Rochester Community and TechnicalRochester Community and Technical College is one of the NJCAA powerhouse programs. The Yellowjackets have won two national titiles, 16 state championships and 28 division crowns.
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2011 junior college football profile: Northeast Mississippi Community CollegeNortheast Mississippi Community College, which is 5-1 on the season, dropped their first game of the year to East Mississippi CC on October 8. NEMC has produced just 12 winning seasons since the program was introduced 52 years ago.
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NFL: Top 10 Performers in the October 3rd Tampa Bay-Indianapolis GameTampa Bay Buccaneers defeated the Indianapolis Colts on Monday, October 3rd 24-17. Stars of the game include Pierre Garcon, Josh Freeman and LaGarrette Blount.
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NFL: Top 10 Performers in the October 2, New York Jets-Baltimore Ravens GameThe New York Jets and Baltimore Ravens put up 51 points in their Sunday night affair. Of the six touchdowns scored only one was by the offense.
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NFL: Top 10 Performers from the October 2, 2011 Cincinnati Bengals-Buffalo Bills GameThe Buffalo Bills, who are 3-1 on the season, fell to the Cincinnati Bengals 23-20 on October 2. The Bills had defeated the Bengals 10 straight times prior to Sunday.
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Linebacker is the Buffalo Bills Weakest PositionThe Buffalo Bills, who have comeback wins of 18 and 21 points, are 3-1 on the season and atop of the AFC East. Despite the surprising start, the Bills still have issues particularly on defense.
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2011 junior college football profile: Trinity Valley Community CollegeTrinity Valley Community College (5-0) is looking to get back to where coach Brad Smiley believes it belongs, which is in the SWJCFC championship game. Last year, the Cardinals lost 52-27 to Navarro College in the championship game.
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2011 junior college football profile: Pearl River Community CollegePearl River CC, which has won a MACJC record 19 state titles, fell to Mississippi Gulf Coast by a foot 17-10. The Warriors, who are celebrating their 100th year of football, have produced numerous Division I and several NFL players.
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2011 junior college football profile: College of the CanyonsThe College of Canyons has an interesting football history. The Cougars, who have won a national title, didn't field a team between 1983 and 1998.
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2011 junior college football profile: Yuba CollegeComing off a 3-7 season, Yuba College scrapped its spread offense for the more conventional pro-style and has gotten better results. While the offense has been productive averaging 25.2 points a game, the defense has been better.
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Top Sports Picks for October 1, 2011This article will feature predictions of some of the top sporting events in sports on October 1, 2011. Soccer and horse racing from Belmont and Santa Anita will be featured.
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2011 junior college football profile: Hinds Community CollegeThough the Hinds Community College Eagles are going to be featured in a Hollywood film, the 2011 version got their sights set on a 14th MACJC title. The Eagles, who have eight interceptions, have a strong defensive backfield.
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2011 junior college profiles: El Camino CollegeEl Camino College, who are coming of just their fourth losing season in the past 25 years, are off to a rousing 4-0 start to the 2011 campaign. The Warriors are currently ranked 17th in the nation by JCGridiron and secound in the SCFA.
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2011 junior college football profiles: New Mexico Military InstituteThe New Mexico Military Institute Broncos are off to a strong 4-0 start to their season after an impressive 45-28 victory over Glendale CC. The Broncos still have to go through a tough Western States Football League to be in position for a playoff berth.
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2011 junior college profile of Fullerton Community College: A fan's takeThe 3-0 Fullerrton CC Hornets,who are ranked 15th in the nation, are off to a fast start this year. The Hornets are led on by USC recruit Kelvin York, SFCA's top kick returner Keyon Lee and Ione Gauta, who has an offer from Iowa St.
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2011 junior college football profile: Los Angeles Harbor CollegeLos Angeles Harbor College, which has won two straight conference titles, dropped its first game of the season to El Camino. The Seahawks have a talented defense and their offense features Theron West, a star running back.
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2011 junior college football profiles: Fresno City Community CollegeFresno City CC, which is off to a 3-0 start, boasts the second most successful junior college football program in Northern California. The Rams have accumulated over 400 victories and 30 bowl game appearances in their 63-year history.
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2011 junior college football profiles: Bakersfield CollegeNo matter how the 2011 football season unfolds for the Bakersfield College Renegades, their opening day victory over Los Angeles Pierce College (32-19) will be etched in their glorious history forever. With their victory over LA-Pierce, Bakersfield College notched the program's 600th victory in thei
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2011 junior college football profiles: Palomar CollegeThe Palomar Rockets (3-1), who have a championship history, are in contention to claim the Southern Conference title of the CCCAA because of their explosive offense. The offense features QB David Fisher, WR Nigel Westbrooks and RB Chad Dobbins.
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Pittsburgh Steelers Offense Versus the Seattle Seahawks: A ReviewThe Pittsburgh Steelers offense put up 24 points last Sunday against the Seattle Seahawks. Ben Roethlisberger threw for 298 yards and the running game mustered 124 yards.
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2011 junior college football Profiles: Grand Rapids Community CollegeGrand Rapids CC has had one of the most dangerous offenses in junior college football the past two seasons. The Raiders led the nation in total offense with 458 total yards and was fifth in rushing with 240 yards.
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2011 junior college football profile: College of San MateoThe College of San Mateo football program has a rich tradition in the powerful California Community College Athletic Association. The Bulldogs have produced numerous NFL players and coaches, as well as winning seasons.
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2011 junior college football profile: Iowa Western Community CollegeIn two short years, Iowa Western CC's football program has gone from a start-up to a conference champion. The Reivers, who established their program in 2008, are coming off a nine-win season that includes an undefeated regular season.
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Former St. Bonaventure Basketball Star Looks to Lead Great Britain in the 2012 OlympicsStef Collins who starred at St. Bonaventure University is leading Great Britain's Women's National basketball team to their first ever Olympics appearance in 2012. Though born in England, Collins grew up in Upstate New York.
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2011 Junior College Football Coaching Profile: Robert Jastrab, Mt. San Antonio CollegeMt. San Antonio College's football team has been highly successful since Robert Jastrab took over the reigns in 2005. Jastrab has led the Mounties to two national championships, two California State titles and four straight Southern California crowns
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NFL Preseason Week I: Evaluation of New York Jets Offense Vs. The Houston TexansThe New York Jets wrapped rapped up week one of the NFL preseason with 20-16 loss to the Houston Texans on August 15. The Jets', who totaled 310 yards, first offensive unit looked pretty good.
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Junior College Coaching Profile: Steve Campbell, Mississippi Gulf Coast Community CollegeMississippi Gulf Coast Community College head coach is known for two things winning and rebuilding programs. Campbell has led the Bulldogs to a co-national championship and to five of the past Mississippi state championship games.
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2011 junior college football profiles: Ventura CollegeThe Ventura College Pirates are looking to turn close losses in 2010 into victories in 2011. The Pirates, who finished 5-5 last season, will play five teams in JCGridiron's "Dirty 30" top-40 preseason poll.
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2011 junior college football profile: East Mississippi Community CollegeThe East Mississippi CC Lions are coming off a disappointing 2010 season where they went 5-5. The Lions return 26 lettermen this year, including 12 starters.
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2011 junior college football profile: Riverside Community CollegeThe 2010 season was one of Riverside CC best in its 89-year history. The Tigers, who were 1-9 in 2009, went 10-1 and also won their first bowl since 1993.
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2011 junior college football profile: Snow CollegeFollowing its sixth straight 10-win season, Snow College abruptly made the decision to go in a different direction and replaced fifth-year coach Steve Coburn with 31-year old Tyler Hughes.
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2011 junior college football profile: Arizona Western CollegeArizona Western head football coach Tom Minnick has turned a struggling Arizona Western program around. Since Minnick took over the Matadors program in 2008, AWC has gone 25-9 and has won two straight WSFL titles.
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2011 junior college football profile: Hutchinson Community CollegeThe Hutchinson CC Blue Dragons are aiming for their first Jayhawk Community Conference crown since 1995. The Blue Dragons have plenty of offensive, defensive and special teams weapons, including second team All-American Cordarrelle Patterson.
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2011 junior college football profile: Butte Community CollegeThe Butte Community College Roadrunners are looking to build off their 9-2 record and challenge for a NorCal Conference title in 2011. This year's squad is the most talented team Butte has had since its undefeated season in 2008.
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2011 junior college football profile: Butler County Community CollegeIt is often difficult to decipher whether a team/franchise is a dynasty in sports. There is no such debate in junior college football, as Butler County CC has won five national championships in eight appearances over 13 years.
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2011 junior college football profile: Saddleback CollegeThe Saddleback College Gauchos have been one of the most prominent junior college football programs for decades. The Gauchos have won three national and California State titles in their 43-year existence.
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Olympic Champion Tim Brabants Won't Compete in the K-1 1000 Meter Race at the 2011 World ChampionshipsDefending 2008 Olympic canoeing champion Tim Brabants has been cut from Great Britain's 2011 World Championships K-1 000 meter team. Brabants has won seven Olympic and World Championship medals including five in the K-1 1000m.
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Buffalo Wing Festival: Chicken Wing Eating Contest and Much MoreThe 2011 Buffalo Wing Festival, which takes place over labor day weekend, will be celebrating its tenth anniversary this year. The main event of the two-day long wing festival is the U.S. Wing Eating Championship.
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2011 junior college football profile: Northwest Mississippi Community CollegeThe 2010 Northwest Mississippi CC Rangers, who went 9-1and finished the season ranked sixth in the nation, were snubbed of a NJCAA bowl bid. The Rangers, who won their third MACJC North crown since 2000, return 17 players.
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2011 junior college football profile: Mississippi Gulf Coast Community CollegeMississippi Gulf Coast CC has been one of the best junior college football programs since 2000. Gulf Coast CC has been nationally ranked since 2005 and was co-national champions in 2007.
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2011 junior college football profile: Mt. San Antonio CollegeThe 2011 Mt. San Antonio College football team will attempt to win an unprecedented third straight national community college championship this upcoming season. In addition, the Mounties will also be seeking their fifth straight CCCAA crown.
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Harness Racing: 25th World Driving ChampionshipStarting July 31, 10 harness drivers from 10 different countries will compete in the 25th World Driving Championship. The races will be held July 21 through August 5 at five different tracks.
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2011 junior college football profile: Blinn College BuccaneersWith the college football season less than a month away, programs are starting to prepare for the upcoming season with the opening of training camps. This article profiles the Blinn College Buccaneers, who iare ranked #2 in the preseason polls.
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2011 junior college football profile: City College of San FranciscoHeading into the 2011 football season the City College of San Francisco Rams are on top of the JCGridiron's "Dirty 30" national rankings. CCSF has won eight national championships and six California state titles in its history
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Junior college football head coach profile: Mark Duda, Lackawanna CollegeIn college football, coaching changes seem inevitable whether the decision is the coach's or not. However, that is not the case at Lackawanna College, where head coach Mark Duda has been since the inception of the program.
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Junior college football profile: Navarro College BulldogsJust like major college football teams, JUCO teams such as Navarro College are preparing for training camp, which will open soon. Navarro College is the defending JUCO national champions.
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Buffalo Sabres Resign Top Goaltending Prospect Jhonas EnrothOn July 21, the Buffalo Sabres signed goaltender Jhonas Enroth to a two-year contract. Enroth who went 9-3-2 as a starter for the Sabres while regular Ryan Miller was injured is expected to be the number 2 goalie for the Sabres.
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The Top Five Players from the 2011Women's World CupOn July 18, FIFA announced their 2011 21-member World Cup All-Star team. The team which consists of players from 9 of the 16 nations is led by Japan's Homare Sawa.Also published on:
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WNBA Preview: Seattle Storm at San Antonio Silver StarsThe Seattle Storm, 7-4 overall and 2-3 on the road, travels to face the San Antonio Silver Stars, 7-4 overall and 3-3 at home on July 14. Seattle has won two straight while San Antonio has dropped three in a row.
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Women's World Cup Semifinals: USA Uses Comprehensive Team Effort to Defeat France 3-1The United States defeated France 3-1 on Wednesday to advance to their first World Cup final since 1999. The US went ahead on Abby Wambach's 12 career World Cup goal which ties Michele Akers for the most by an American player.
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Women's World Cup: USA Vs. France, Semifinals PreviewThe United States women soccer team will face France on July 13 at 12 p.m. EST in one World Cup semifinal game. The winner will face either Japan or Sweden on July 17 in the finals.
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Women's World Cup: USA Stuns Brazil in Shootout, France Up NextThe United States beat Brazil in dramatic fashion 2-2 (5-4 in penalty kicks) as Abby Wambach headed the game tying goal in the 122nd minute. The USA will now take on France in the semifinals.
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USA Basketball: Team USA Defeats Poland Easily, Will Face Australia on SundayTeam USA will face Australia on Sunday in a fifth place game. The USA, 6-2, defeated Poland 84-47 while Australia, 6-2, defeated Croatia on Saturday.
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Under-19 Men's World Championships: USA Falls to Russia in Quarterfinals 79-74Team USA's (5-2) reign as defending under-19 FIBA World Champions was ended prematurely by Russia 79-74 on Friday morning. Team USA will now face Poland while Russia will take on Lithuania.
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USA Basketball: Under -19 World Championships Preview, USA Vs. RussiaThe United States men's under-19 team is heading into the World Basketball Championships quarterfinals and will play Russia on Friday in Latvia. Team USA finished 5-1 in group play while Russia went 3-3.
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2011 Copa Americas: Bolivia Vs. Costa RicaOn July 7, 2011 Costa Rica (0-1) will take on Bolivia (0-0-1) in a Group A Copa America contest that is held in Argentina. Bolivia is coming off a surprising 1-1 draw with Argentina while Costa Rica dropped a 1-0 decision to Columbia.
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Bryan twins are tennis' top duo: A fan's perspectiveThe Bryan twins, Mike and Bob, won Wimbledon for the second time in their career in 2011. With their victory, the Bryans tied Australia's Todd Woodbridge and Mark Woodforde for the most Grand Slam titles in ATP history with 11.
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Kvitova's win over Sharapova in Wimbledon final a myriad of firsts: A fan's takeAlthough the 2011 Wimbledon women's final between Maria Sharapova and Petra Kvitova wasn't a classic, it did produce a lot of firsts. Kvitova recorded her first Wimbledon victory by defeating Sharapova in straight sets.
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2011 Wimbledon: The Dethroning of the Defending ChampionsA major storyline of Wimbledon in 2011 was the changing of the guard. For the first time since 1975, no reigning title holder successfully defended their championship.
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Sabine Lisicki had a great Wimbledon tournament in 2011: A fan's takeSabine Lisicki had an outstanding 2011 Wimbledon. The 21-year-old Lisicki reached the the semifinals in singles and finals in doubles.
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Women's World Cup: Japan Vs. England, July 5thJuly 5, England (1-0-1) and Japan (2-0-0) battles for the Group B crown in World Cup play. Japan has already clinched a spot in the quarterfinals while England is in position to also advance.