Loyola defeats Niagara 86-73 in MAAC men's basketball quarterfinal
Led by 23 points from sophomore guard Dylon Cormier and 21 from junior forward Erik Etherly, Loyola defeated Niagara. SPRINGFIELD - The law of averages dictates that even the most lopsided of...
View ArticleAmherst College's men, women advance in Division III tournament with scappy play
The men defeated NYU, while the women won a close one over Babson. File photo by J. Anthony RobertsIn this Feb. 26, 2012 file photo, the Amherst College Women, celebrate after their NESCAC...
View Article8 more claim abuse by late Red Sox clubhouse chief Donald Fitzpatrick
A lawyer says eight more men have come forward to say they were abused by a now-dead former Boston Red Sox clubhouse manager. The Associated PressThis May 16, 2002 file photo shows retired Boston Red...
View ArticleSaints' Gregg Williams to meet with NFL after bounties uncovered
The former defensive coordinator will meet with NFL investigators Monday. AP Photo/Bill Haber, FileThe team paid bounties to knock opponents out of the game, including some of its biggest stars....
View ArticleLongmeadow skier Camille Burger named Athlete of the Week
The sophomore won her second straight Individual title. Longmeadow's Camille Burger, a sophomore, won her second straight Individual title and was the top local finisher in the slalom at the state...
View ArticleJosh Beckett begins adjusting to life without 'personal catcher' Jason Varitek
Beckett had built a terrific connection with the recently-retired captain. His transition to comfort with Jarrod Saltalamacchia and the new Red Sox catching corps began Sunday. Boston Red Sox starting...
View ArticleLongmeadow's John Mentor named Athlete of the Week after winning state ski title
The senior completed a perfect season with his first state title Longmeadow's John Mentor wins his first state slalom title after completing a perfect season. - (Staff photo by Michael Beswick)JOHN...
View ArticleNorthfield Mount Hermon wins Class AAA NEPSAC boys basketball title
The Hoggers stunned Brewster in a semifinal before topping St. Thomas More in the final. Beating what many considered the top prep team in the country just wasn’t enough for the Northfield Mount...
View ArticleKansas' Thomas Robinson named AP Big 12 player of year
Robinson was the unanimous selection for Big 12 player of the year. AP Photo/David J. PhillipKansas' Thomas Robinson (0) shoots as Texas A&M's Ray Turner (35) defends. Robinson was named the Big...
View ArticleChaz Williams named to Atlantic-10 All-Conference 1st Team
Williams led the Minutemen in points, assists and many other categories, and is the first All-Conference First Team selection for UMass since Gary Forbes in 2007-2008. The Republican file photo by Don...
View ArticleWhere should Carl Crawford hit? Bobby Valentine says Red Sox lineup isn't a...
Poll: Where should Carl Crawford hit in the lineup? Get your vote in! AP Photo/Chris O'MearaThe big question for Bobby Valentine is where he'll hit Carl Crawford in the lineup. Don't get your heart...
View ArticlePatriots use franchise tag on Wes Welker
Welker will be back for the 2012 season. Associated Press file photoWelker will be back for the 2012 season. It's not the situation either side prefers, but Wes Welker will remain in New England for...
View ArticleRajon Rondo proves his unique value to Celtics, NBA with unique triple-double...
The subject of trade rumors, Rondo put together an impressive triple-double not seen since Magic Johnson in 1989. Will that be enough to curb trade talks before the March 15, deadline? Boston Celtics'...
View ArticleInjury to Boston Bruins goalie Tuukka Rask better not be serious
An official announcement will be made at 5 p.m. regarding Rask's status. Associated PressBruins goalie Tuukka Rask is helped off the ice by teammates Greg Zanon, left, and Joe Corvo after suffering an...
View ArticleDenny Hamlin and Darian Grub earn a measure of revenge with NASCAR Sprint Cup...
Driver Denny Hamlin and crew chief Darian Grubb both buried ghosts at flat, one-mile Phoenix International Raceway. The Associated PressDenny Hamlin's crew celebrates after his win in the NASCAR...
View ArticleBest Week Ever? How about best week of the year when it comes to high school...
Twenty-two semifinal or final round games will be played this week in basketball and hockey. High school fans will be out in full force at 22 tournament games this week. - (The Republican file photo)...
View ArticleMarist rolls a seven - captures seventh straight MAAC women's title in 61-35...
The tenacious defense of Marist held Fairfield to 21.1 shooting from the field to gain an automatic bid to the NCAA Division I tournament. Staff photo by Mark M. MurrayMarist College players celebrate...
View ArticleUMass football coach Charley Molnar names assistants
The staff includes assistants with college and professional experience as both players and coaches. AP fileUMass football head coach Charley Molnar on Monday announced the members of his staff....
View ArticleBoston Bruins goalie Tuukka Rask out 4-6 weeks with lower abdomen/groin strain
Rask was injured during the second period of Saturday's game against the New York Islanders. (AP Photo)Boston Bruins goalie Tuukka Rask won't be playing for the next four to six weeks. This is an...
View ArticleFour-goal third period lifts Agawam past Wahconah, 5-3 in Western Mass....
Hockey: Agawam overcame a 3-1 deficit and is back in the final for the third time in four years. WEST SPRINGFIELD - This was a comeback for the ages, a team effort if there ever was one and a...
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