Washington and Washington State hope the failing economy won't hurt their chances to get funding needed to renovate Husky Stadium and Martin Stadium.

Eric O'Flaherty, once considered a top pitching prospect by the Mariners, was claimed on waivers by the Atlanta Braves.

The Seahawks are hoping this season's misfortune is an aberration that they can set right in 2009 and return to the top of the NFC West.

Tony Thompson, son of former Cougars standout Jack Thompson, was too small in high school to get scouts' attention, but after working to impress WSU coaches, he has earned a roster spot.

Early on, as their shots rattled out and visiting Florida International appeared poised for an upset, Justin Dentmon's and Isaiah Thomas'...

Despite Washington's lack of success, Fred Wiggs says, "There's nowhere else I'd rather be."

For the Huskies, there's no joking about one aspect of the futile Apple Cup. It will provide the definitive answer to whether they quit on this season.

Brother and sister Kasen and Kiara Williams of Skyline High School are fierce competitors, but there's no sibling rivalry.

If Saturday's woeful Washington-Washington State game produces a touchdown dance, it ought to be the Kan-Kan. As in Kansas vs. Kansas State, 1987-88. "The...

They've been playing with no fear all season. So the Eastside Catholic Crusaders aren't about to doubt themselves now. Not with their first...

There has never been a rain-shortened game in the postseason, and now there never will be. Commissioner Bud Selig announced the sport will...

This is the way they draw up the triple option. Ruining Miami's return to national prominence, Georgia Tech ran for a staggering 472 yards...

FRIDAY'S GAMES Ferris (10-1) at Central Valley (10-1), 7 p.m. Auburn (11-0) at Skyline (11-0), 1 p.m. Bothell (8-3) at Issaquah (9-2), 7...

Annika Sorenstam arrived at the first tee Thursday morning, shook a few hands and got a kiss on the cheek from Donald Trump. Then she turned to...

The Rose Garden fans got their first regular-season look at center Greg Oden, and he did not disappoint. His "Thank You" was a two-handed...

Class 2A, 3A and 4A Where — Harry Lang Stadium, Lakewood. When — Today and Saturday. Today's semifinal schedule: Class 2A &...

At Toyota Center, Kennewick Bishop Blanchet def. Sumner 25-16, 25-19, 25-23 Meadowdale def. Holy Names 25-22, 18-25, 25-13, 25-22 Shadle...

There is one big reason why Seattle is allowing 7. 5 points more this season than a year ago, the largest increase of any team in the league...

Showing poise down the stretch and playing stellar defense, Michigan pulled off its first win over a top-five team in 11 years. DeShawn Sims scored 18...

The Steelers honored defensive coordinator Dick LeBeau with a pregame ceremony for his 50 years as an NFL coach and player. His league-best defense found...

After a lopsided loss at Baylor, Stanford wanted to give its home crowd something much better. The Cardinal was aggressive from the opening...

Midfielder Meredith Teague scored in the 16th minute of overtime to give Seattle Pacific women's soccer a 1-0 victory over Western Washington...

Soccer Schelotto helped Crew to MLS Cup: Columbus' Guillermo Barros Schelotto, a midfield wizard who was a longtime star in his native Argentina...

Fire investigators say they have found no sign of arson in a blaze that killed 27 horses at a thoroughbred training facility in western Kentucky.

South African organizers of the 2010 World Cup expressed concern Friday about the effect the global financial crisis will have on the tournament, which is already running well over budget.

San Francisco offensive coordinator Mike Martz has been fined $20,000 by the NFL for his criticism of the officiating at the end of the 49ers' 29-24 loss in Arizona.

FIFA president Joseph Blatter on Friday gave Peru an ultimatum to solve a dispute between the government and the Peruvian Football Federation or face suspension from all international competition.

Colts coach Tony Dungy said Friday there's a good chance cornerback Kelvin Hayden will return to the starting lineup for Sunday night's game at San Diego.

Three Houston police officers under investigation for allegedly beating the father of Green Bay Packers wide receiver Donald Driver have been taken off patrol duty.

Ace pitcher Yadel Marti and star outfielder Yasser Gomez have been thrown off Cuba's top league team for "a grave act of indiscipline," likely ending their hopes of playing in the 2009 World Baseball Classic.

Reigning Horse of the Year Curlin will stand at stud next year at Lane's End, a Kentucky horse farm owned by a former U.S. ambassador to Britain.

The chances of Plaxico Burress making another winning touchdown catch this weekend at the University of Phoenix Stadium are questionable at best.

As much as NFL teams are feeling a financial squeeze already, commissioner Roger Goodell fears the economic downturn really could hit the league in early 2009, when tickets for next season go on sale.

Sam Bradford has all the impressive numbers that go along with a Heisman Trophy campaign: a few dozen touchdown passes, an impeccable quarterback rating and right around two miles worth of passing yards.

A 14-year-old golfer from Hong Kong became the youngest player to make the cut at an European Tour event on Friday, breaking the record set by Sergio Garcia.

Cincinnati Bengals starting cornerback Johnathan Joseph will miss the rest of the season with a foot injury.

Florida State University police are wrapping up their report on a campus fight last week involving at least five football players and some members of a fraternity.

New York Jets rookie quarterback Erik Ainge has been suspended four games by the NFL for violating the league's policy on steroids and related substances.

Dustin Keller heard the boos from Jets fans when his name was announced on draft day. He'll show them, he thought on that April afternoon.

The New York Knicks were expected to announce a trade for Golden State Warriors forward Al Harrington on Friday. Media reports had the Knicks sending guard Jamal Crawford to Golden State, though it was unclear if he was the only player.

The Los Angeles Clippers filled their void in the post Friday, acquiring forward Zach Randolph and guard Mardy Collins from the New York Knicks for Cuttino Mobley and Tim Thomas. The Clippers had been lacking an inside presence since Elton Brand left in July to sign with the Philadelphia 76ers. They were just 2-9 entering Friday's game at Philadelphia, and coach/general manager Mike Dunleavy said it was time to shake up the roster before the season slipped away.

San Francisco offensive coordinator Mike Martz has been fined $20,000 by the NFL for his criticism of the officiating at the end of the 49ers' 29-24 loss in Arizona on Nov. 10.

Marquise Kately scored 15 points and Reggie Holmes added 14 as Morgan State defeated Marshall 72-67 in the opening round of the Glenn Wilkes Classic on Friday.

The NFL confirmed Friday that suspended cornerback Adam "Pacman" Jones can join the Dallas Cowboys on Monday and that he can play again Dec. 7 against Pittsburgh - but only if he stays on his best behavior.

Chicago presented its 2016 Olympics bid to a key international audience Friday with a powerful endorsement from its highest-profile supporter in America: President-elect Barack Obama.

In a rarity this late in the season, the Carolina Panthers have no injury concerns heading into Sunday's game at Atlanta.

Missouri coach Gary Pinkel and the university are close to agreeing on a contract extension.

Zachary Pancratz and Kevin Hogan scored 15 points apiece to lead Rollins College to a 75-58 win over Wisconsin-Green Bay in the first round of the Glenn Wilkes Classic on Friday.

The Pittsburgh Steelers got a win, even if it took more work than they would have liked. They also went into a long weekend with more than a few worries.

Brian Joubert got his groove back Friday, blasting past his Cup of Russia competition with a short program that brought the fans out of their seats.

The Tennessee Titans are short-handed at cornerback heading into Sunday's game with the New York Jets.

Regis Huddleston scored 16 points to help lead Troy to a 92-79 win against Alcorn State on Friday night.

The Golden State Warriors traded disgruntled forward Al Harrington to the Knicks for guard Jamal Crawford on Friday in a swap that addresses both the Warriors' injury problems and New York's salary cap concerns. "I drafted Al back in 1998, and I think his talents are a great fit for our style of play," Knicks president Donnie Walsh said in announcing the deal in a statement. "This trade also gives us more long-term flexibility while enabling us to remain competitive this season."

Bills starting safety Donte Whitner and starting cornerback Jabari Greer won't play because of injuries when Buffalo travels to Kansas City to play the Chiefs on Sunday.

Minnesota Vikings defensive tackles Kevin Williams and Pat Williams rejoined the team Friday after a day away to attend doping hearings at NFL headquarters.

The Cincinnati Bengals failed to explain why Chad Ocho Cinco, the wide receiver formerly known as Chad Johnson, was held out for violating team rules during their 27-10 loss in Pittsburgh on Thursday night.

Marshon Brooks scored 30 points off the bench for Providence and had five steals, as the Friars beat Sacred Heart 111-87 on Thursday night.

Cleveland Browns general manager Phil Savage has apologized to a fan for sending a profane e-mail following Monday night's game against the Buffalo Bills.

Nick Stallings scored 31 points on 12-of-17 shooting as Centenary defeated Troy 81-77 Thursday night.

Andrew Goudelock led five players in double figures as College of Charleston defeated Charleston Southern 93-83 on Thursday night.

Courtney Pigram tallied a triple-double as East Tennessee State defeated Wingate 96-66 on Thursday night.

Delvin Franklin scored a team-high 15 points to lead Florida Gulf Coast to a 66-58 win against North Carolina Central on Thursday night.

Toney Douglas scored 20 of his game-high 26 points in the second half and Ryan Reid drew a charging call at the buzzer, preserving Florida State's 79-77 home-opening victory over Stetson on Thursday night.

Former Green Bay Packers cornerback Bob Jeter, the father of Wisconsin-Milwaukee men's basketball coach Rob Jeter, has died.

CC Sabathia will have a deadline to accept the New York Yankees' contract proposal.

Kwame Morgan led Hampton with nine points, as nine players scored for the Pirates in their 50-44 win against George Mason on Thursday night.

Eugene Harris led three High Point players in double figures as it defeated Atlanta Christian 91-51 on Thursday night.

Demetri McCamey scored 23 points as Illinois defeated Vanderbilt 69-63 on Thursday night.

Anthony Tucker made seven 3-pointers to lead Iowa past The Citadel 75-48 on Thursday night.

The New York Jets showed the nation last Thursday night that the acquisitions of Kris Jenkins, Alan Faneca and Brett Favre, among others, have made them a legitimate playoff contender.

Matt Kenseth signed a multiyear contract extension Thursday with Roush Fenway Racing to continue driving the No. 17 Ford.

Three players scored in double figures in Lipscomb's 70-58 win against Southeastern Louisiana on Thursday night.

Tasmin Mitchell, Storm Warren and Alex Farrer led a balanced scoring attack as LSU defeated Alcorn State 77-45 in a first-round game of the LSU Invitational on Thursday night.

Diego Kapelan came off the bench to score 16, leading McNeese State to an 82-63 win over Louisiana-Monroe on Thursday night.

Doneal Mack scored 19 points and Shawn Taggart notched a double-double for Memphis in an 83-71 win against Chattanooga in the Puerto Rico Tip-Off on Thursday night.

Stanley Pringle hit six 3-pointers and scored 23 points, and Penn State matched a school record for long-range baskets in a game Thursday night in an 89-64 win over Hartford in the Philly Hoop Group Classic.

Keith Cothran scored 18 points, Jimmy Baron added 15 and Kahiem Seawright 13 as Rhode Island cruised to an 85-62 victory over Monmouth (N.J.) Thursday night.

Ryan Thompson converted a three-point play and Brandon Penn added a free throw, all in the final seconds, to send Rider to a 69-68 victory at Lehigh on Thursday night.

Andy King scored 15 points in 14 minutes to lead Samford past Campbellsville 73-54 on Thursday night.

Jeremy Hazell scored 17 points and Eugene Harvey sank a free throw with five seconds remaining to help Seton Hall upend No. 19 USC 63-61 in the Puerto Rico Tip-Off on Thursday night.

Chavis Holmes led seven players in double figures for Virginia Military Institue in its 133-72 victory against Stevenson on Thursday night.

Darryl Bryant scored 16 points to lead West Virginia to an 86-54 win over Longwood in preliminary round play of the Las Vegas Invitational on Thursday night.

Brandon Giles led seven Western Carolina players in double figures as it defeated Toccoa Falls 120-62 on Thursday night.

For more than three decades, George Steinbrenner's imprints were all over the New York Yankees.