Knight Ridder/Tribune News Service articles from January 2001

Knight Ridder/Tribune News Service archives from January 2001

Quilt project binds friendships, aids children's center.(The Dallas Morning News)
January 1, 2001

Baby, baby, baby: OU assistant awaits triplets, title.(Knight Ridder Newspapers)
January 1, 2001

People in the news.(Knight Ridder Newspapers)
January 1, 2001... POP STAR'S CRASH SCARE: British pop star Bryan Ferry was among the 379 passengers of the British Airways 747 that nearly crashed when a crazed man broke into the cockpit on a flight to Kenya last week, Wall of Sound reports. Ferry, his...

Georgia Tech's Paul Hewitt opens against former neighbor, Matt Doherty of North Carolina.(Knight Ridder Newspapers)
January 1, 2001

South Carolina, Brewer punish Buckeyes, 24-7.(Knight Ridder Newspapers)
January 1, 2001... TAMPA, Fla. _ Take that, Ohio State. South Carolina's Ryan Brewer, the player the Buckeyes didn't want, showed them what they're missing. The former Mr. Football in Ohio rushed for 109 yards, caught three passes worth 92 more and...

Ohio State football program in a state of disarray.(Knight Ridder Newspapers)
January 1, 2001

South Carolina deserves respect after pounding Ohio State.(Knight Ridder Newspapers)
January 1, 2001... TAMPA, Fla. _ Maybe one day South Carolina's Gamecocks will deliver a more satisfying football performance. Maybe one day they will enjoy sweeter moments. Maybe one day they will author a more significant victory than Monday's 24-7 thrashing of...

More honors for Mike Anderson.(The Gazette)
January 1, 2001

Ohio native comes back to haunt Buckeyes.(Knight Ridder Newspapers)
January 1, 2001

Air Force ends on winning note, but questions about future loom.(The Gazette)
January 1, 2001

Arafat to meet with Clinton amid escalating violence.(Knight Ridder Newspapers)
January 1, 2001

Injury-prone Brian Griese puts Broncos in a quandary.(The Gazette)
January 1, 2001

K-State posts commanding victory over Volunteers.(Knight Ridder Newspapers)
January 1, 2001... DALLAS _ Late in the frigid Cotton Bowl, a frustrated and weary Tennessee linebacker offered Kansas State guard Andy Eby a piece of advice. "You might as well keep running that play," he told Eby, "because we can't stop it." The play...

Beasley-Morgan duo exits as Top Cats.(Knight Ridder Newspapers)
January 1, 2001

Could this be the end of the FSU dynasty?(Knight Ridder Newspapers)
January 1, 2001

Tennessee's Clausen can't handle Kansas State's pressure.(Knight Ridder Newspapers)
January 1, 2001

Lions fire coordinators; Croom, Peccatiello out of Moeller's plan.(Knight Ridder Newspapers)
January 1, 2001

Broncos scrambling to keep up in AFC.(The Gazette)
January 1, 2001

Just like old times with Larionov back.(Knight Ridder Newspapers)
January 1, 2001

Beasley delivers the kind of game K-State needs.(Knight Ridder Newspapers)
January 1, 2001

A tough January schedule may determine Pistons' season.(Knight Ridder Newspapers)
January 1, 2001

Quarterbacks pass on flash, execute winning ways.(Knight Ridder Newspapers)
January 1, 2001

Another USC haunts Ohio St. this New Year's Day.(Knight Ridder Newspapers)
January 1, 2001... TAMPA, Fla. _ It was an in-your-face move that wound up getting Ohio State slapped. And knocked around. And whipped. And the South Carolina Gamecocks expected no less. "It was disrespectful, but that's how the game is played," said USC...

Wake Forest-Virginia highlights opening of ACC conference schedule.(Knight Ridder Newspapers)
January 1, 2001

Michael Vick, Woodrow Dantzler live up to billing.(Knight Ridder Newspapers)
January 1, 2001... JACKSONVILLE, Fla. _ The Gator Bowl was billed as a glimpse of the future of the quarterback position and Michael Vick and Woodrow Dantzler left no doubt it's evolving into a more advanced species. Virginia Tech's Vick didn't put on the...

Takes one to know one: Walton has advice for Ilgauskas foot woes.(Knight Ridder Newspapers)
January 1, 2001

Clemson closes gap, but not nearly enough.(Knight Ridder Newspapers)
January 1, 2001... JACKSONVILLE, Fla. _ Tommy Bowden says his Clemson football team has made great strides in the past two seasons. He's right. Just look at the improvement: from three wins in 1998 to six in Bowden's first season to 9-3 now. What's next for...

Maintaining Hope back would be smart move for FSU.(Knight Ridder Newspapers)
January 1, 2001

Michigan's defense let down powerful offense.(Knight Ridder Newspapers)
January 1, 2001

Carr defends David Terrell: `He's a good person'.(Knight Ridder Newspapers)
January 1, 2001

Citrus victory is Michigan's season in miniature.(Knight Ridder Newspapers)
January 1, 2001

Wolverines savor sweet victory.(Knight Ridder Newspapers)
January 1, 2001

Michigan secondary schooled by Auburn.(Knight Ridder Newspapers)
January 1, 2001

Miami-Florida appears to be a budding rivalry.(Knight Ridder Newspapers)
January 1, 2001

Virginia Tech rolls over Clemson, 41-20.(Knight Ridder Newspapers)
January 1, 2001... JACKSONVILLE, Fla. _ This wasn't the way Woodrow Dantzler had pictured ringing in the New Year. The seniors who helped Clemson back from the depths of a three-win season in 1998 exited with an ugly, 41-20 Gator Bowl defeat Monday at the...

Bowl games bring free advertising to South Florida.(Knight Ridder Newspapers)
January 1, 2001

Hurricanes' fans brought to a boil over BCS, Florida State.(The Dallas Morning News)
January 1, 2001

Eagles back Pritchett out with broken leg.(Knight Ridder Newspapers)
January 1, 2001

Like father, like son: Spurrier Jr. looks to top 'Noles.(The Dallas Morning News)
January 1, 2001

Auburn loses a heartbreaker to Michigan.(Knight Ridder Newspapers)
January 1, 2001

Spotlights on QBs in Orange.(Knight Ridder Newspapers)
January 1, 2001

Eagles find a fortuitous convergence of time and circumstance.(Knight Ridder Newspapers)
January 1, 2001

Wildcats' offense cruises thanks to Beasley's efforts.(The Dallas Morning News)
January 1, 2001

Flyers gird for Devils.(Knight Ridder Newspapers)
January 1, 2001

Mississippi State showed its resiliency in bowl win.(Knight Ridder Newspapers)
January 1, 2001... SHREVEPORT, La. _ Mississippi State twice trailed by two touchdowns. Four inches of snow were falling. Scores of the Bulldogs' defenders were falling in the wake of Ja' Mar Toombs, Texas A&M's 265-pound fullback. State was backed into a...

Next up for Vick: One more tough call.(Knight Ridder Newspapers)
January 1, 2001

Jim Haslett plays underdog role to the max for Saints.(Knight Ridder Newspapers)
January 1, 2001... NEW ORLEANS _ Jim Haslett understands his New Orleans Saints have done what no other Saints team has done before. They've won a playoff game. And they did it by knocking off the defending NFL champions. Stop the presses. ...

Stoops to conquer? Sooner coach shines in spotlight.(The Orange County Register)
January 1, 2001

Buckeye-wannabe strikes back.(Knight Ridder Newspapers)
January 1, 2001

COOL WHIP: Beasley too much for Tennessee as K-State wins.(The Dallas Morning News)
January 1, 2001

Saints' Reed faces former teammates.(Knight Ridder Newspapers)
January 1, 2001... NEW ORLEANS _ The phone calls from old friends came on Saturday night. Cris Carter rang Jake Reed's cell phone not long after the New Orleans Saints beat St. Louis 31-28 to set up this Saturday's NFC playoff game between the Saints and...

Rehabbing Duce Staley enjoying the Eagles' surge.(Knight Ridder Newspapers)
January 1, 2001

Jon Gruden rests on laurels, for one day.(Knight Ridder Newspapers)
January 1, 2001

Raiders turn up intensity.(Knight Ridder Newspapers)
January 1, 2001

Dolphins used daring to escape with victory in first playoff game.(Knight Ridder Newspapers)
January 1, 2001... MIAMI _ It's the rough equivalent of being on the edge of a cliff, with the wind at your back and deciding to inch a little farther out. That is the kind of daring Dolphins defensive coordinator Jim Bates and offensive counterpart Chan...

Panthers begin four-game western swing.(Knight Ridder Newspapers)
January 1, 2001... MIAMI _ After getting New Year's Eve off, the Panthers didn't get the next most important thing _ New Year's Day off. Instead, they practiced at Incredible Ice in Coral Springs before flying to Los Angeles for the start of this week's road...

Weinke shouldn't be playing in Orange Bowl.(Knight Ridder Newspapers)
January 1, 2001... Batard MIAMI _ It is wrong enough that this fraud national-championship game includes a Florida State team that doesn't belong in it. It is doubly absurd, though, to see FSU led by a millionaire quarterback who has no business playing...

Don MacLean behind in Heat's scheme of things.(Knight Ridder Newspapers)
January 1, 2001... MIAMI _ In the midst of a forgettable season, Don MacLean now must hope that Pat Riley remembers him. While the veteran forward missed time with a hamstring injury, toe surgery and a five-game league suspension for testing positive for a...

Scuffle aside, Alex Brown insists he'll keep his cool against Miami.(Knight Ridder Newspapers)
January 1, 2001... NEW ORLEANS _ There's no question that the Florida player with the most motivation to play well against Miami is Alex Brown. His most recent inspiration was the battle on Bourbon Street, where Brown was struck in the eye during a scuffle...

Fate of the Hurricanes is in the cards.(Knight Ridder Newspapers)
January 1, 2001... NEW ORLEANS _ Sorry, but I couldn't wait. Couldn't wait for Tuesday night's Sugar Bowl game to play out, and then wait some more for Wednesday's Orange Bowl, and then wait again for the final polls. So I took it upon myself to find out...

Kansas State turns back Tennessee in blustery Cotton Bowl.(Knight Ridder Newspapers)
January 1, 2001

Derrick Gibson another FSU defensive back in line for the NFL.(Knight Ridder Newspapers)
January 1, 2001... MIAMI _ Derrick Gibson is right where he wants to be. He's playing at home for a national championship, ending a stellar career at Florida State and on the verge of the NFL. This is not a coincidence. This was Gibson's plan years...

Happy homecoming for Raiders' Regan Upshaw.(Knight Ridder Newspapers)
January 1, 2001

Warriors not crazy about Jackson's options.(Knight Ridder Newspapers)
January 1, 2001

K-State defense brings freshman phenom back to earth.(Knight Ridder Newspapers)
January 1, 2001

Dawg days for Drew as Huskies rule Rose.(The Orange County Register)
January 1, 2001

Picture this: The Huskies as top dog.(The Orange County Register)
January 1, 2001

The reprise of `Miracle on Ice'.(Knight Ridder Newspapers)
January 1, 2001

Tuiasosopo makes all the plays.(The Orange County Register)
January 1, 2001

Hurricanes' national title hopes hinge on game with Gators.(Knight Ridder Newspapers)
January 1, 2001

Same bowl, but new venue for Oklahoma.(Knight Ridder Newspapers)
January 1, 2001... MIAMI _ Oklahoma is playing in the Orange Bowl for the 17th time, more than any other school. But for the first time, the Sooners will be playing in Pro Player Stadium, instead of the Orange Bowl stadium, where they have an 11-5 record. ...

Raiders in the fast lane on playoff path.(Knight Ridder Newspapers)
January 1, 2001

Home grown: Fans give Raiders a huge lift at Coliseum.(Knight Ridder Newspapers)
January 1, 2001

An easy way to feel really bowled over.(Knight Ridder Newspapers)
January 1, 2001

Sizing up college basketball season entering the New Year.(Knight Ridder Newspapers)
January 1, 2001

Texas A&M hoping to learn from defeat.(Knight Ridder Newspapers)
January 1, 2001

Sharks trap Coyotes again.(Knight Ridder Newspapers)
January 1, 2001

Younger Nelson has faith in assistants.(Knight Ridder Newspapers)
January 1, 2001

Stars' Nieuwendyk returns to his familiar form.(Knight Ridder Newspapers)
January 1, 2001

Kelly showing he's key to unlocking Longhorns' basketball success.(Knight Ridder Newspapers)
January 1, 2001

Washington's title claim is as good as any unless Sooners prevail.(The Seattle Times)
January 1, 2001

Dramatic return sparks Huskies to Rose victory.(The Seattle Times)
January 1, 2001

A picture rosier in black and white.(Knight Ridder Newspapers)
January 1, 2001

Local officer-resource programs help make campuses safe for kids.(The Seattle Times)
January 1, 2001