Monthly Archives: March 2011

Former Kansas Asst AD will serve jail term for ticket scam

Posted on March 31, 2011 by Roy Kessel

A former assistant athletics director at the University of Kansas was sentenced to nearly four years in prison for a $2 million ticket-scalping conspiracy so extensive that the judge cited the length of time it lasted and the economic damage … finish reading Former Kansas Asst AD will serve jail term for ticket scam

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Will change of venue help Larry Johnson?

Posted on March 31, 2011 by Roy Kessel

Larry Johnson is seeking to get a change of venue for the lawsuit filed against him for spitting on a woman sevearl years ago.  The civil suit is scheduled to go to trial in Kansas City but according to the … finish reading Will change of venue help Larry Johnson?

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Maroney charged with marijuana possession

Posted on March 31, 2011 by Roy Kessel

According to the St. Louis Post Dispatch, former Patriots and Broncos RB Laurence Maroney was charged with misdemeanor possession of marijuana. According to his lawyer, Scott Rosenblum, Maroney plans to plead not guilty. “Unfortunate he was charged under the circumstances,” … finish reading Maroney charged with marijuana possession

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NFL has set aside $245 million for benefits

Posted on March 31, 2011 by Roy Kessel

The NFL has apparently set aside a total of $245 million towards player benefits for next season after depositing $177 million more with BNY Mellon. “Ownership contributions fund player benefits that include the pension plan, group medical insurance, the disability … finish reading NFL has set aside $245 million for benefits

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Penn State’s Sandusky investigated for assualt by Grand Jury

Posted on March 31, 2011 by Roy Kessel

Sandusky on allegations of indecent assault against a teenage boy, The Patriot-News of Harrisburg (Pa.) reported Thursday. Five people with knowledge of the case said the grand jury has been meeting for 18 months and has called witnesses including Penn … finish reading Penn State’s Sandusky investigated for assualt by Grand Jury

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Bertuzzi wont face any additional sanctions

Posted on March 31, 2011 by Roy Kessel

Todd Bertuzzi won’t face any further league discipline after his elbowing penalty and game misconduct against Blackhawks F Ryan Johnson according to ESPN.com.   Bertuzzi received a five-minute elbowing penalty for his hit on Johnson 5:17 into Monday night’s game, which … finish reading Bertuzzi wont face any additional sanctions

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Anaheim city council approves funding for Sacremento Kings

Posted on March 31, 2011 by Roy Kessel

The Anaheim city council unanimously approved a $75 million bond deal to entice the Sacramento Kings to relocate to Orange County accroding to an ESPN report.   The city council twice voted 5-0 for the measures to a round of … finish reading Anaheim city council approves funding for Sacremento Kings

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NFLPA issues sarcastic response to NFL statement

Posted on March 30, 2011 by Roy Kessel

“NFL players would like to thank the NFL for issuing a press release touting their contractual and legal obligations,” the NFLPA said in an e-mailed statement. “If it wasn’t for players, namely John Gordy, players wouldn’t have any benefits. The … finish reading NFLPA issues sarcastic response to NFL statement

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Poland trying to crack down on Hooliganism

Posted on March 30, 2011 by Roy Kessel

Hooliganism is causing a “huge image problem” for 2012 European Championship co-host Poland, with every round of league matches having been marred by trouble, a UEFA executive said Wednesday according to this AP report. The Polish authorities have vowed to … finish reading Poland trying to crack down on Hooliganism

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UEFA to limit spending in effort to curb overspending on transfers

Posted on March 30, 2011 by Roy Kessel

The spending on transfers in Europe is getting out of cotnrol and UEFA apparently feels that it is in the best position to stop that practice.  Since Michel Platini is riding a high wave of popularity it is probably a … finish reading UEFA to limit spending in effort to curb overspending on transfers

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Suspended Washington RB Fogerson practices

Posted on March 30, 2011 by Roy Kessel

John Fogerson was suspended after he was arrested for investigation of resisting arrest and possession of 40 grams or less of marijuana by police on March 3. He was taken into custody after running from police following a traffic stop. … finish reading Suspended Washington RB Fogerson practices

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Fiesta Bowl fires CEO Junker; may lose BCS status

Posted on March 30, 2011 by Roy Kessel

The Fiesta Bowl will be asked to justify its inclusion in the BCS after organizers for the Arizona game fired president and CEO John Junker for “an apparent scheme” to reimburse employees for political contributions and “an apparent conspiracy” to … finish reading Fiesta Bowl fires CEO Junker; may lose BCS status

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NFL players defend right to de-certify

Posted on March 29, 2011 by Roy Kessel

It is always interesting when a group claims that it has a right to file a lawsuit or take some legal action.   Of course you do.  You might not win but in today’s legal system you can file virtually any … finish reading NFL players defend right to de-certify

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NFLPA finally backs off on plans to compete with draft

Posted on March 29, 2011 by Roy Kessel

Well at least the NFLPA got one move right in the labor fiasco.  While the final results of the CBA negotiations remain to be seen, there was universal mocking of the NFLPA’s original plan to either boycott the draft or … finish reading NFLPA finally backs off on plans to compete with draft

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Maybe Dez Bryant should ban HIMSELF from the mall

Posted on March 29, 2011 by Roy Kessel

Dez Bryant continues to make news for all the wrong reasons this offseason.   If you look at the papers, Dez is popping up almost everyday.  According to the Dallas Morning News, Rafaello & Co. has sued Bryant for $246,000 for … finish reading Maybe Dez Bryant should ban HIMSELF from the mall

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Johnny Jolly still in jail

Posted on March 29, 2011 by Roy Kessel

Johnny Jolly remains in jail because his request for a bond has been denied by a Texas judge. Jolly will make an initial court appearance on Wednesday, according to the Green Bay Press-Gazette, after he was allegedly found to be … finish reading Johnny Jolly still in jail

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Maloof speaks out against Sacremento letter to Anaheim

Posted on March 29, 2011 by Roy Kessel

NBA Kings co-Owner Joe Maloof “reacted angrily Monday night after learning a Sacramento city official had sent a letter to an Anaheim city official advising Anaheim officials to ‘cease negotiating with the Kings,’” according to Randy Youngman of the ORANGE … finish reading Maloof speaks out against Sacremento letter to Anaheim

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NFL players respond to NFL antitrust filing

Posted on March 29, 2011 by Roy Kessel

The players suing the NFL for antitrust violations argued that each of the league’s legal claims to allow the lockout had already been rejected by the courts. In their reply brief the players called the league’s arguments absurd and rejected … finish reading NFL players respond to NFL antitrust filing

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Blatter warns Brazil is behind in World Cup prep

Posted on March 29, 2011 by Roy Kessel

FIFA President Sepp Blatter yesterday warned Brazil that they “needed to speed up preparations to host the 2014 World Cup, telling them the tournament was ‘tomorrow’ and not the day after,” according to Brian Homewood of REUTERS. Blatter: “I would … finish reading Blatter warns Brazil is behind in World Cup prep

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Retired players sue NFL

Posted on March 28, 2011 by Roy Kessel

A group of retired players sued the NFL for antitrust violations. They have requested that their case be joined with the one filed by active players.  The lawsuit also requested that the court stop next month’s NFL Draft. Led by … finish reading Retired players sue NFL

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