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University of Massachusetts tight end Rob Blanchflower carries the state flag as the team takes the field before their game against Buffalo in Foxborough on Saturday. Buffalo won 29-19. (AP Photo)

UMass Notes: University releases start times, broadcast schedule for football games

Tuesday, June 18, 2013

The University of Massachusetts football team’s game times and broadcast outlets became official Tuesday. Most viewers will need a computer or an extended sports cable package to see most of the games. The Minutemen will likely be on locally for their Nov. 2 game against Northern Illinois in Foxborough. The noon game is on ESPN’s regional package, making it available … 0

Ex-WNBA chief suggests changes to NCAA basketball

Monday, June 17, 2013

The WNBA’s first president feels that women’s college basketball needs to make changes if the sport is to grow. Val Ackerman was hired by the NCAA in November to assess the state of the women’s game. In a report submitted last week, Ackerman advised a series of ideas that would help. They included moving the Final Four back to a Friday-Sunday format, exploring … 0

Louisville beats Kevin Ziomek, Vanderbilt in Game 1 of Super Regional

Saturday, June 8, 2013

NASHVILLE, Tenn. — When Louisville coach Dan McDonnell leaves his office two hours after a practice or game, he often notices a light on in the batting cages. And usually swinging away is seldom used senior outfielder Matt Helms. “This guy works,” McDonnell said. “I always tell these guys that the bus pulls … 0

Bruins bring momentum, defense to Stanley Cup Final

Saturday, June 8, 2013

BOSTON — The Bruins had just knocked off the top-seeded Penguins in the Eastern Conference finals in shocking fashion, inducing a collapse of one of the league’s best offenses on the way to a series sweep. Bruins center Patrice Bergeron figured that allowed for a short celebration Friday … 0

UMass adds fifth-year Maryland transfer DE Justin Anderson

Friday, June 7, 2013

AMHERST — The University of Massachusetts football program added its second fifth-year transfer of the week when former Maryland defensive end Justin Anderson officially joined the Minutemen Friday. The 6-foot-5, 280-pound South Carolina native started as a sophomore for the Terrapins in 2010. He made 22 tackles with … 0

UMass football announces addition of Michigan transfer Ricardo Miller

Wednesday, June 5, 2013

AMHERST — The University of Massachusetts football team is hoping that its second fifth-year transfer from Michigan works out as well as the last one. The Minutemen officially announced the addition of Ricardo Miller, 6-foot, 4-inch, 225-pound wide receiver/tight end from Florida who spent the last four seasons … 0

MLB Amateur Draft could call on South Hadley native Ryan Horstman

Tuesday, June 4, 2013

SOUTH HADLEY — After spending two years just trying to get back on a mound, Ryan Horstman finds himself in an enviable position. The South Hadley native, who just finished his freshman season for the St. John’s baseball … 0

Vanderbilt lefty Kevin Ziomek awaits MLB draft, Louisville in Super Regional

Tuesday, June 4, 2013

Kevin Ziomek has been in this situation before. Three years ago, the Vanderbilt left-hander was in the process of leading the Amherst Regional baseball team to a state championship, when he took a mid-day break, sat at Rafters … 0

Ohio St. president Gorden Gee retires after Notre Dame jabs

Tuesday, June 4, 2013

COLUMBUS, Ohio — Ohio State University President Gordon Gee announced his retirement Tuesday after he came under fire for jokingly referring to “those damn Catholics” at Notre Dame and poking fun at the academic quality of other schools. … 0

Rick Pitino unveils special edition bourbon bottles

Tuesday, June 4, 2013

LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Nearly two months after winning an NCAA championship, Louisville coach Rick Pitino is giving fans a way to toast the Cardinals’ success while raising money for the school. Pitino unveiled commemorative Maker’s Mark bourbon bottles on Tuesday bearing his face and achievements including Louisville’s third … 0

Vanderbilt sophomore pitcher Tyler Beede among finalists for Golden Spikes Award

Tuesday, June 4, 2013

DURHAM, N.C. (AP) — Oklahoma pitcher Jonathan Gray and Stanford pitcher Mark Appel, viewed as the top prospects in this week’s amateur draft, were overlooked as the finalists for the Golden Spikes Award on Tuesday. Vanderbilt pitcher Tyler … 0

Kevin Ziomek pitches Vanderbilt to win in NCAA Regional opener

Friday, May 31, 2013

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Conrad Gregor and Connor Harrell each drove in two runs and Kevin Ziomek pitched seven strong innings, leading No. 2 overall seed Vanderbilt to a 9-1 victory over East Tennessee State in an NCAA … 0

Vanderbilt eager to take advantage of being home; Kevin Ziomek to start NCAA opener

Thursday, May 30, 2013

NASHVILLE, Tenn. — The Vanderbilt Commodores finally have what they worked so hard all season for hosting an NCAA regional on their own field, and they are eager to take full advantage of being at home. “They were … 0