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- NCAA Basketball Picks - by Submitted on Mar 26, 2008 from Fred BanxMarch Madness has arrived at i-Sportsbook.com so get a head start and place your bets early. The NCAA Championship is underway and sports bettors are deciding on which men's basketball teams they think will make it through the 65 team bracket. Experts are predicting that Georgetown, UCLA, ...
Views: 794 - NCAA College Basketball News - by Submitted on Mar 16, 2008 from Fred BanxThe Cardinals battle the Hoyas on their way to the March Madness games. March Madness all comes down to one game for the Big East regular season championship. On March 8, Louisville plays the Georgetown Hoyas. Even though the Hoyas are 8-2 in their last 10, it’s the Cardinals that really seem ...
Views: 712 - NCAA College Basketball Review - by Submitted on Mar 26, 2008 from Fred BanxMarch Madness begins to unfold as sports bettors make their picks for the 2007-2008 NCAA College Basketball Tournament. At this early stage, it's hard to figure out which college basketball team will come out on top in the NCAA tournament. Sports bettors are making their picks by staying ...
Views: 756 - NCAA Popularity Increases To An All-Time High - by Submitted on Mar 30, 2008 from Fred BanxThe massive increase in spectator attendance shows an growth in popularity for NCAA men's college basketball and the need for redesigned arenas to accommodate the fans. It is estimated that there will be a record breaking number of NCAA basketball fans at the Division I basketball regionals ...
Views: 792 - Nigel Dawes Wants To Stay With Rangers - by Submitted on Mar 09, 2008 from Fred BanxDawes is happy to be with the New York Rangers and enjoys playing strategically with his teammates. Nigel Dawes is determined to stick it out with the Rangers this time and find his spot with Brendan Shanahan and Scott Gomez. In his last 24 games, Dawes had 6 goals and 12 assists. He may be ...
Views: 623 - North Carolina to the Final Four - by Submitted on Apr 03, 2008 from Fred BanxKnown as one of the best college basketball teams, The Tar Heels, advance to the Final Four of the NCAA Tournament. Looking back at the history of events, North Carolina defeated Mount St. Mary's 113-74, Arkansas 108-77, Washington State 68-47 and Louisville 83-73. In the first round of the ...
Views: 780 - Panthers Win 1-0 Despite 53 Shots By The Islanders - by Submitted on Mar 03, 2008 from Fred BanxThe Islanders hit 53 shots on Panthers goalie, Craig Anderson, but he stopped every one of them, giving the Panthers a 1-0 victory yesterday at Nassau Coliseum on Long Island. The Elias Sports Bureau determined that it was the most shots by a losing team in a shutout since the NHL made shots on ...
Views: 610 - Patrick Ewing Elected To Basketball Hall of Fame - by Submitted on Apr 07, 2008 from Fred BanxHakeem Olajuwon of the Houston Rockets and Patrick Ewing, formerly of the Knicks , will both be inducted into the Basketball Hall of Fame. Dick Vitale, a Broadcaster who brought basketball to millions of TV views, was selected to the Basketball Hall of Fame on Monday along with one of the most ...
Views: 998 - Penguins Beat Rangers With A 2-0 Series Lead - by Submitted on Apr 28, 2008 from Fred BanxJordan Staal scored a power-play goal in the second period giving the Penguins a 2-0 victory over the Rangers and a sweep of the first 2 games of their 2nd round series. Jordan Staal's goal in the 2nd period broke a scoreless tie and Pittsburgh Penguins goalie Marc-Andre Fleury made the lead ...
Views: 721 - Political Corruption In New York State - by Submitted on Apr 20, 2008 from Fred BanxState officials take down a respected health care facility because they were too successful. Despite the recent atrocities in New York that caused the removal of a now former Governor, Eliot Spitzer, what most people are unaware of is that the corruption doesn't stop there. The State of New ...
Views: 2204 - Predictions Indicate Sharks Beat Montreal In 2008 Stanley Cup Finals - by Submitted on Apr 17, 2008 from Fred BanxExperts predicted that the San Jose Sharks will win the 2008 Stanley Cup Final beating the Montreal Canadiens in 7 games. The 2008 Stanley Cup Playoffs began with 4 of the 8 matchups going to a deciding 7th game. Pittsburgh defeated the Sens in 5 games and Jose Theodore put up a wall against ...
Views: 601 - Rediscovering Honey's Healing Power - by Submitted on Feb 29, 2008 from Fred BanxHoney has been known for its healing properties for many years as far back as the Ancient Greeks and Egyptians. Even up to world war II, honey was being used for its antibacterial properties in treating wounds and a variety of other health conditions. However, with the advent of penicillin and ...
Views: 676 - Rockets Beat Jazz 94-92 In NBA Basketball Playoff Game - by Submitted on Apr 25, 2008 from Fred BanxHouston Rockets center Tracy McGrady scored 7 of his 27 points in the final period, leading his team to a 94-92 victory over Utah Jazz. With the Rockets down 2-0 in the first round of the playoffs, Tracy McGrady scoring 7 points was crucial. Rafer Alston also scored 20 points and 5 assists ...
Views: 780 - Sports Betting And March Madness - by Submitted on Mar 25, 2008 from Fred BanxBelow are things to remember when betting on the NCAA Basketball Tournament during March Madness. When reviewing NCAA college basketball teams for your sports picks during March Madness, you should take the players into consideration. In college basketball, some teams have players that are ...
Views: 872 - St. Pierre Seeks Revenge At UFC - by Submitted on Apr 17, 2008 from Fred BanxAfter being defeated by Matt Serra, Georges St. Pierre attempts to redeem himself for the Welterweight Title. Canada hosts some big time MMA events delivered by the UFC. Georges St. Pierre and Matt Serra are trying to establish who is the better welterweight. After one of the biggest upsets ...
Views: 745 - Stephon Marbury Wants Out Of The Knicks - by Submitted on Mar 02, 2008 from Fred BanxThis last season has been somewhat of a nightmare for Stephon Marbury with the Knicks. No one knows exactly what's going on in his head at this point because he's going along with the orders given to him from Madison Square Garden not to correspond with the media while he is healing from his ...
Views: 559 - Studies Show That Honey Promotes Healing - by Submitted on Feb 27, 2008 from Fred BanxBacteria protect themselves from antibiotics by forming slimy clumps as a protective layer. However, scientists have now discovered that honey is effective in breaking down this protective barrier. Bacteria is the main cause for wounds not healing fast enough and with the recent outbreaks of ...
Views: 491 - Tennessee Has a Rough Road to Final Four - by Submitted on Mar 18, 2008 from Fred BanxThe Volunteers have their work cut out for them during March Madness but they're intent on making history. The Tennessee Volunteers thought they'd have it easy going to the Final Four. The didn't draw the Number 1 seed in the NCAA tournament like they thought, rather sharing the Number 2 ...
Views: 709 - Tigers Tackle March Madness Head On - by Submitted on Mar 18, 2008 from Fred BanxDespite tournament loss and the loss of key players, the Tigers find a way into the post season. With a season record of 21-5 and an 11-3 conference record, the Tigers overcame their loss of four key players and the challenge of putting together a new team. Up until now, their season had been ...
Views: 905 - Tigers' Rose And Douglas-Roberts To Enter NBA - by Submitted on Apr 19, 2008 from Fred BanxMemphis announced that Chris Douglas-Roberts and Derrick Rose will enter the NBA draft as early entry to the pros. Chris Douglas-Roberts led Memphis with 18.1 points a game and helped them set a Division I record with 38 victories. He was picked for the NCAA all-tournament team after Memphis ...
Views: 815 - UCLA Bruins are Final Four Bound - by Submitted on Apr 03, 2008 from Fred BanxUCLA fans gathered on Bruin Walk on April 2nd to give the men's college basketball team a special send-off as they departed for their 3rd consecutive Final Four. After seeking their twelfth national title, the Bruins beat Xavier 76-57 to win the West Region. They are returning for their 3rd ...
Views: 717 - UCLA Clobbers Delta Devils In NCAA Tournament - by Submitted on Mar 23, 2008 from Fred BanxMississippi Valley State scored the least amount of points in the tournament since the 1940s. The Delta Devils also set a tournament record for least amount of points in a 1st round game since the late 1990s. UCLA won 70-29 against the Delta Devils in the NCAA tournament on Thursday. Trying ...
Views: 665 - UMass Minutemen Beat Florida Gators 78-66 - by Submitted on Apr 02, 2008 from Fred BanxDante Milligan led the University of Massachusetts into the NIT championship game. Dante Milligan scored 17 points and made several blocks against the Florida Gators, helping UMAS beat the defending NCAA champions, 78-66 on Tuesday. Both Chris Lowe and Ricky Harris scored 16 points each, Gary ...
Views: 706 - USC Lost To Kansas State In The First Round - by Submitted on Mar 23, 2008 from Fred BanxMach Madness hasn't been good to Kansas State who finished 3rd in the Big 12 and fell to an 11th seed after losing 6 of their last 9 games. Kansas State advanced in the NCAA tournament, beating USC 80-67 in the opening round. The Wildcats scored 23 points and had 11 rebounds for the 27th ...
Views: 675 - Wenger Plans For Next Campaign - by Submitted on Apr 19, 2008 from Fred BanxArsenal boss Arsene Wenger is already making plans for the next campaign but insisted that he is not in the market for David Villa. The highly-rated Valencia striker has made his admiration for the Gunners known. He is expected to form a partnership with Liverpool’s Fernando Torres at Euro ...
Views: 712 - Winthrop Loses To The Cougars In Pac 10 - by Submitted on Mar 23, 2008 from Fred BanxAfter being abused in the Pac 10 for so many seasons, the Washington State Cougars enjoyed being on top. The Cougars beat Winthrop 71-40 in the East Regional tournament, 19 points and 8 rebounds thanks to Aron Baynes. Robbie Cowgill and Kyle Weaver both scored 14 points and Derrick Low got 11 ...
Views: 720 - Yankees Pitcher Gives Up Home Run To Twins - by Submitted on Mar 06, 2008 from Fred BanxJoba Chamberlain pitched a home run hit to Twins batter Garrett Jones in spring training yesterday and Ian Kennedy gave it up to Delmon Young. Garrett Jones hit the ball into the right field bleachers for a 2-run home run at yesterday's Twins-Yankees game. His home run was surprising ...
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