John Griffin rushes for 140 yards and score, as Northeastern holds off Hofstra 14-13November 14th, 2009 Griffin leads Northeastern past Hofstra 14-13BROOKLINE, Mass. — John Griffin ran for 140 yards and a touchdown as Northeastern held off Hofstra in a 14-13 win on Saturday.
Griffin rushes for 200 yards and a touchdown as Northeastern defeats Towson 24-7October 24th, 2009 Northeastern runs over Towson 24-7BROOKLINE, Mass. — John Griffin rushed for 200 yards and a touchdown as Northeastern beat Towson 24-7 on Saturday.
Vikings cornerback Cedric Griffin says he's sorry for earlier drunken driving chargeOctober 8th, 2009 Vikings' Griffin says he's sorry for DWI chargeEDEN PRAIRIE, Minn. — Minnesota Vikings cornerback Cedric Griffin is apologetic about a drunken driving charge.
Report: Danica Patrick agrees to 3-year contract to stay with Andretti Green RacingSeptember 25th, 2009 Report: Danica Patrick to stay with IRL teamDanica Patrick has agreed to a three-year contract to remain at Andretti Green Racing and stay in the IndyCar Series, according to a report in the Indianapolis Star. Patrick, the first woman to win a major open-wheel race in last year's Indy Japan, is finishing her fifth season in the IndyCar series and is fifth in points.
Blake Griffin cleared to participate in Clippers' workoutsSeptember 14th, 2009 Doctor clears Griffin to participate with ClippersLOS ANGELES — No. 1 NBA draft pick Blake Griffin has been cleared to work out with the Los Angeles Clippers after hurting his shoulder during the summer league.
IndyCar Series gives Texas its desired spot: 2 weeks after Indy 500 with no race in betweenJuly 31st, 2009 Texas again next IRL race after Indianapolis 500FORT WORTH, Texas — Next stop for the IndyCar Series after Indianapolis: Texas Motor Speedway. Texas will still be two weeks after the Indianapolis 500 next year, but unlike the past four years, there won't be another race between Indy and Texas.
IndyCar racing comes to NASCAR country, with Alabama track getting IRL eventJuly 27th, 2009 IndyCar racing coming to Alabama trackBIRMINGHAM, Ala. — IndyCar racing is coming to NASCAR country.
J.R. Hildebrand wins Firestone Indy Lights race at EdmontonJuly 26th, 2009 Hildebrand earns victoryEDMONTON, Alberta — J.R. Hildebrand's dominating year on the Firestone Indy Lights series continued Saturday.
No. 1 pick Blake Griffin to skip US minicamp because of injured right shoulderJuly 23rd, 2009 No. 1 pick Griffin sidelined with shoulder injuryLAS VEGAS — Blake Griffin has pulled out of USA Basketball's minicamp because of a strained right shoulder, possibly hurting the No. 1 pick's chances of playing next year in the world championships.
New Indianapolis Motor Speedway chief says support for IRL will continueJuly 21st, 2009 New speedway chief vows support for IRLINDIANAPOLIS — The new head of the Indianapolis Motor Speedway says the Hulman-George family remains committed to the Indy Racing League despite a management shake-up. But Jeff Belskus says auto racing is under a lot of financial pressure and the speedway must compete with other sports for ticket dollars.
Griffin brothers face off in Summer League gameJuly 20th, 2009 LAS VEGAS — Phoenix Suns forward Taylor Griffin walked to the free-throw line Sunday night during an NBA Summer League game against the Los Angeles Clippers and was greeted with some spirited trash talk from a group of nearby Clippers fans. His younger brother, Clippers' top pick Blake Griffin, stood a few feet away on the rebounding block and cracked a smile.
Ousted Indianapolis Speedway chief Tony George says he declined staying on as IRL leaderJuly 10th, 2009 Tony George says he declined staying as IRL chiefINDIANAPOLIS — Former Indianapolis Motor Speedway chief Tony George says he rejected a request to remain the CEO of the Indy Racing League because it would have created an "unnecessary" layer of bureaucracy. In his first public comment since being ousted last week from the family-owned corporation, George said Friday that it would not be productive to have him leading the IRL and reporting to new Speedway president Jeffrey Belskus.
Board of directors strips Tony George of leadership role at Indianapolis Motor SpeedwayJuly 1st, 2009 George to be replaced as head of Indy speedwayINDIANAPOLIS — Tony George has been asked to step down as president and CEO of the Indianapolis Motor Speedway and his family's business. And it's not clear how closely he'll remain tied to the day-to-day operations of the Indy Racing League.
IndyCars speeding ahead with plans to race in Brazil next seasonJune 24th, 2009 IndyCars taking fast track to Brazil in 2010INDIANAPOLIS — The Indy Racing League plans to take advantage of one of its most popular racing venues next season — Brazil. Terry Angstadt, the series' commercial division president, has confirmed next year's season-opener is likely to be run at Ribeirao Preto, Brazil, in March.
Kanaan expected to race at Milwaukee despite bumps and bruises from Indy crashMay 30th, 2009 Kanaan expected to race Milwaukee after Indy crashWEST ALLIS, Wis. — Tony Kanaan is expected to drive at the Milwaukee Mile despite bumps and bruises he received in a hard crash at the Indianapolis 500.
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