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Records broken by Washington schools at Cougar Classic
PULLMAN — The Washington State Cougars hosted the Cougar Classic Friday that saw fellow Washington colleges like t…
No. 4 Virginia opens year in rare position: as ACC favorite
Tony Bennett was pleased how his Virginia team played in the weeks before the coronavirus pandemic abruptly shut down last season.
Kispert, Ayayi lead No. 1 Gonzaga's quest for national title
SPOKANE, Wash. (AP) — Corey Kispert believed Gonzaga would be playing for the national title at the end of last season, before the Bulldogs' championship aspirations were derailed by the coronavirus pandemic.
Week 11: Miami-VT, Big Ten highlight stripped-down schedule
What already was set up to be a college football schedule without much sizzle has been further gutted by the pandemic this week.
No. 9 Duke hopes depth, freshman class offset big losses
Duke coach Mike Krzyzewski sees plenty of depth and balance on his latest roster. He sounds like he intends to use it, too.
Brownell urging consistency for Clemson amid COVID concerns
Clemson coach Brad Brownell said he can count on effort and dedication from his players each day at practice. Other than that, the Tigers long-time leader doesn't have a clue how this season will unfold.
No. 13 Wisconsin to play at Michigan after canceling 2 games
ANN ARBOR, Mich. (AP) — Wisconsin's wait is almost over.
No. 3 Villanova back again as team to beat in Big East
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Jay Wright apologized for running late for an interview because of a hiccup with one of his thrice-weekly COVID-19 tests. The Villanova coach’s mouth wasn’t nearly as mouth-watering as the roste…
Boise St blocks 3 kicks for scores, routs Colorado St 52-21
BOISE, Idaho (AP) — Avery Williams blocked two punts that were returned for touchdowns in the first half, Boise State had three special teams touchdowns off blocked kicks, and the Broncos routed Colorado State 52-2…
Williams, No. 16 Tar Heels eager to move past 14-19 season
Roy Williams couldn’t wait to get back on the practice court with No. 16 North Carolina after the worst season of his Hall of Fame career. His players noticed, too, in the urgency Williams had in pouncing on any mi…
Kentucky women's coach Mitchell retires after 13 seasons
Kentucky women’s basketball coach Matthew Mitchell announced his retirement Thursday, effective immediately.
Top rebounding tandem Tshiebwe, Culver back for No. 15 WVU
MORGANTOWN, W.Va. (AP) — West Virginia coach Bob Huggins has one of the nation's top rebounding tandems back, and if the team shooting accuracy and ball handling can improve, the 15th-ranked Mountaineers could be p…
Posey's 3 TDs, 140 yards rushing leads FAU over FIU 38-19
MIAMI (AP) — Javion Posey ran for 140 yards and accounted for three touchdowns to lead Florida Atlantic to a 38-19 victory over Florida International on Friday night.
Pig out: Ground-heavy Gophers try to regain Floyd from Hawks
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — With practices limited and the offseason extended by the virus outbreak, Mohamed Ibrahim and the rest of the Minnesota offense settled in for some extra screen time.
ACC favorite Virginia to display more firepower this season
Virginia coach Tony Bennett loves it when he knows he can rely on the Cavaliers’ defense to win games.
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