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University of Massachusetts defeats Richmond on the road with all-around play
The Minutemen displayed poise throughout the game and rarely trailed in their 79-68 win over the defending Atlantic 10 Conference champions. Republican File Photo by David MolnarIn this Nov. 11, 2011...
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University of Connecticut loses again, this time to Tennessee on the road
The 13th-ranked Huskies managed just 36.4 percent shooting in their third road loss this season. APTennessee's Jarnell Stokes (5) shoots over Connecticut's Tyler Olander in the first half of an NCAA...
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49ers, Giants renew playoff rivalry for NFC crown
Sunday’s game revives glory days between two storied teams. AP File PhotoIn this Jan. 5, 2003, file photo, New York Giants' Rich Seubert (69), Luke Petitgout (77), Tam Hopkins (65) and Marcellus...
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Falcons fall to Albany Devils, 5-2 before 5,969 at MassMutual Center
The Falcons could not recover from a 4-0 first period deficit. Republican photo by David MolnarA bad start hurt the Falcons in a 5-2 loss to the Devils on Saturday. SPRINGFIELD - The chant began after...
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University of Connecticut women breeze by DePaul for fifth straight win
The Huskies have won their previous four games by an average of 44.5 points. APAnna Martin bottom, battles Connecticut's Kelly Faris top, and Kiah Stokes left, for a loose ball in the first half...
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NASCAR driver Jeff Gordon says stock car racing can avoid the technological trap
Jeff Gordon recognizes that NASCAR racing, of necessity, has embraced technological enhancements, but he would be loath to go too far down that path. John Harrelson/Getty Images for NASCARJeff Gordon...
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Springfield Armor held in check, fall to Dakota Wizards
The Armor slipped to 11-11 on the season. Springfield returns to action Sunday in Iowa. Republican File PhotoSpringfield Armor's Dennis Horner battles for the ball in this Nov. 25, 2011 file photo....
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An emotional start as Joe Philbin takes over Miami Dolphins
Philbin, a Longmeadow native, is coping with the recent drowning death of his son. Associated PressJoe Philbin, former offensive coordinator for the Green Bay Packers, second from left, stands with...
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Unanimous decision: MassLive and The Republican pick the Pats to go to the...
Everyone is picking the Pats over the Ravens this week. APNew England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady looks on during practice at Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, Mass., Friday, Jan. 20, 2012. The...
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Junior Hoophall Classic draws 58 teams
The third annual Junior Hoophall enjoyed the largest field in its three years. The Republican file photoFifty-eight teams from throughout the northeast competed at the 2012 Junior Hoophall Classic. In...
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Penn State, under Bill O'Brien, planning to run 'New England offense'
For the time being, the new coach's duties are split between the Nittany Lions and Patriots. Associated Press file photoPenn State's new football coach Bill O'Brien addresses the media after he was...
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Fired Penn State football coach Joe Paterno dead at 85
Paterno, the longtime Penn State coach who won more games than anyone in major college football but was fired amid a child sex abuse scandal that scarred his reputation for winning with integrity,...
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Is Eli Manning an elite quarterback? Super Bowl XLVI gives younger Manning a...
Nick Underhill is ready for your argument. Eli Manning has arrived and he is among the best in the game. Associated PressEli Manning has a chance to truly establish himself as an elite NFL...
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Oregon head coach Chip Kelly rebuffs Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Kelly interviewed for the NFL job, but says he has 'unfinished business' at Oregon. Associated Press file photoOregon's Chip Kelly has turned down a chance to coach in the NFL. By NIGEL DUARA...
View ArticlePatriots considered home team for Super Bowl, will wear blue jerseys
The Giants will dress in white. The New England Patriots have been designated as the home team for Super Bowl XLVI and will dress in their blue uniforms. The Giants will dress in white, meaning that...
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New York Giants, New England Patriots primed for Super Bowl rematch but...
The Giants are much improved and head into Super Bowl XLVI with much confidence, but this Patriots are built different than the team that lost to New York in 2008. APDavid Tyree hauls in the catch...
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Giants give their fans bad news about Super Bowl tickets
Most of the team's non-club season ticket holders will not be getting tickets to the game. Associated PressA section of the street that runs in front of Lucas Oil Stadium is temporarily renamed Giants...
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Ray Smead is the name behind Springfield's first indoor rink
Smead Arena at Blunt Park is named for the former Parks Department employee who starred in football at both Commerce and Fordham. SubmittedRay Smead Jr., left, and Ray Smead Sr. attend the 1970...
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Swimming notebook: Amherst's Ciaran Dillon-Davidson strong in defeat
Swimming: The second-best time of the year in the 200 freestyle was only good enough for second place; Meriza Werenski dominating top times list. Holyoke Catholic junior Meriza Werenski has the top...
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High School Swimming Fab Fives for January 23
Swimming: Minnechaug boys, East Longmeadow girls retain top spots. Wiktor Karpinski's Minnechaug Falcons remain No. 1 in the boys Fab Five.There was not much movement in the high school swimming Fab...
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