NBA D-League team owner offers $100,000 for Jordan-Russell rematchSeptember 22nd, 2009 Flash owner offers Jordan-Russell charity rematchLEHI, Utah — The owner of the Utah Jazz's NBA Development League team wants to see Michael Jordan go 1-on-1 against Bryon Russell one more time. Brandt Andersen is offering a $100,000 donation to the charity of the winner's choice if he can get Jordan and Russell to play a game of 21.
Francona's best player hit .202, made it into Hall of Fame anywaySeptember 11th, 2009 Red Sox manager remembers minors with JordanBOSTON — When Michael Jordan was inducted into the basketball hall of fame on Friday night, Boston Red Sox manager Terry Francona was 90 miles away trying to shuffle his pitching staff to deal with a rain delay. Francona didn't get to see the induction ceremonies at the Naismith Memorial Hall of Fame, but he got a good view of Jordan back in 1994 when the NBA star was attempting to make it to the big leagues as a ballplayer and Francona was his manager at Double-A Birmingham.
A coronation for a man who walks on air: Jordan leads a distinguished 2009 Hall of Fame classSeptember 10th, 2009 Hall to welcome 4 greats _ and maybe the greatestSPRINGFIELD, Mass. — Michael Jordan was the best, no doubt about it.
Michael Jordan picks David Thompson as Hall of Fame presenter; Barkley, Chaney also presentersSeptember 8th, 2009 Jordan picks Thompson as presenter at HOFMichael Jordan has chosen David Thompson, another high flyer from North Carolina, to present him, while Charles Barkley and Isiah Thomas also will be presenters at the Hall of Fame enshrinement ceremony. Jordan highlights a class that includes David Robinson, John Stockton, and coaches Jerry Sloan of the Utah Jazz and C.
David Thompson To Host The Induction Of Michael Jordan Into Hall Of FameSeptember 8th, 2009 Michael Jordan surprised many of his fans when he chose David Thompson over Phil Jackson (former NBA coach) and Dean Smith (former college coach) as host to the NBA Basketball Hall of Fame's induction. David Thompson is a former North Carolina NBA player and is also known as the "Skywalker".
Armond Hill, John Kresse headline class of 2009 at NYC Basketball Hall of FameAugust 26th, 2009 Armond Hill, John Kresse join NYC basketball hallNEW YORK — Former Princeton star Armond Hill and one-time College of Charleston coach John Kresse headline the 2009 class of the New York City Basketball Hall of Fame. They will be inducted at the New York Athletic Club on Sept.
Bob Knight to be inducted into Indiana Hall of Fame nearly a decade after his firingAugust 22nd, 2009 Knight to be inducted into Indiana Hall of FameBLOOMINGTON, Ind. — Former Indiana basketball coach Bob Knight will be inducted into the university's athletics Hall of Fame.
Warne to enter Sports Australia Hall of Fame in OctoberAugust 12th, 2009 LONDON - Australian spin legend Shane Warne was thrilled yesterday when he was told that he would be inducted into the Sport Australia Hall of Fame in October. "That's fantastic news.
Basketball Hall of Fame opens Michael Jordan exhibit as it prepares to enshrine himAugust 2nd, 2009 Hall of Fame opens Michael Jordan exhibitSPRINGFIELD, Mass. — The Basketball Hall of Fame has opened a Michael Jordan exhibit before his enshrinement next month.
Rebecca Lobo headlines 2010 women's basketball Hall of Fame classJuly 26th, 2009 Rebecca Lobo headlines 2010 Hall of Fame classUNCASVILLE, Conn. — Rebecca Lobo became the first Connecticut player inducted into the Women's Basketball Hall of Fame, leading a class of six inductees Saturday.
Georgia's Andy Landers signs 3-year extension to remain women's basketball coachJuly 17th, 2009 Georgia's Landers signs 3-year extensionATHENS, Ga. — Andy Landers will remain the Georgia women's basketball coach for three more years.
Basketball Hall of Fame to honor broadcaster Doug Collins and writer Peter VecseyJuly 13th, 2009 Collins, Vecsey to be honored by Hall of FameSPRINGFIELD, Mass. — Broadcaster Doug Collins and sports writer Peter Vecsey will receive this year's Curt Gowdy Media Awards from the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame.
Kobe or Michael? 'Oh, Michael' says the presidentJuly 2nd, 2009 Obama: Michael over KobeWASHINGTON — Sorry, Kobe. President Barack Obama was asked straight out on Thursday: Kobe or Michael?
As in, who's the best? Los Angeles Lakers star Kobe Bryant, a four-time NBA champion? Or the basketball legend to whom he is most often compared, Michael Jordan, who retired as a six-time champ with the Chicago Bulls and is widely regarded as the best player of all time?
"Oh, Michael," Obama answered in an interview with The Associated Press.
Kobe or Michael? President calls Bryant 'terrific,' but no match for JordanJuly 2nd, 2009 Obama: Kobe Bryant no match for Michael JordanWASHINGTON — Sorry, Kobe. President Barack Obama was asked straight out on Thursday: Kobe or Michael?
As in, who's the best? Los Angeles Lakers star Kobe Bryant, a four-time NBA champion? Or the basketball legend to whom he is most often compared, Michael Jordan, who retired as a six-time champ with the Chicago Bulls and is widely regarded as the best player of all time?
"Oh, Michael," Obama answered in an interview with The Associated Press.
Dream Team, Michael Johnson, Picabo Street among inductees into USOC Hall of FameJuly 1st, 2009 Slam dunk! Dream Team earns spot in Hall of FameNORTHBROOK, Ill. — The Dream Team is still dominating.
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