Basketball
Displaying 101 - 150 of 1743 in reverse chronological order
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101 | "We're Going Dancing": the origin of the NCAA Tournament lingo Northern Iowan 111:43, p.6 |
Student Ryan Herring explains the meanings of common NCAA jargon. | |
102 | Splash Bros highlight All-Star Weekend festivities Northern Iowan 111:33, p.6 |
Student Sean Dengler urges football fans to turn to the NBA because the excitement is still going; photo. | |
103 | The NBA should be a national pastime Northern Iowan 111:20, p.6 |
Student Sean Dengler explains why he feels that NBA should be more popular with Americans; photo. | |
104 | Lack of privacy becoming an issue in society Northern Iowan 110:55, p.6 |
Says that the privacy in today's society continues to decrease. The recent case of Donald Sterling is a prime example. | |
105 | Iowa chariots roll into McLeod Northern Iowan 110:27, p.1 |
The Iowa Chariots, a wheelchair basketball team played at half time of the UNI women's basketball game. The event raised funds for SportAbility of Iowa and the UNI Adapted Sports Camp. Adapted sports allow disabled people to compete in sports; photo. | |
106 | New technology could hold advantages for Panthers Northern Iowan 110:6, p.6 |
The author thinks that SportVU camera technology would give UNI's basketball program the edge it needs. This technology gives coaches instant data to evaluate players more efficiently. However, this technology is expensive. | |
107 | Basketball is ready to flourish worldwide Northern Iowan 109:57, p.3 |
The three elite sports leagues of the USA are Major League Baseball, the National Basketball Association, and the National Football League. Baseball has the potential of becoming the biggest sports league in the next ten years if it can make a changes. | |
108 | Wishmakers plan 3-on-3 basketball tournament Northern Iowan 109:43, p.4 |
Proceeds of the Swishes-for-Wishes basketball tournament go toward terminally ill children. The event is being organized by the Northern Iowa Wishmakers, and will be held in the Wellness and Recreation Center's upper gyms. | |
109 | Intramural calendar of events Northern Iowan 109:2, p.16 |
Schedule of upcoming events with intramural sports. | |
110 | Hit the books, hit the gym Northern Iowan 108:54, p. |
Wellness and Recreation Center offers workout areas, intramural sports, equipment rental, and backpacking trips. Health Beat is located in the Union and offers workout equipment. It is open until 6:30pm; photo. | |
111 | Passion is the last true catalyst for rivalry in our changing sports setup Northern Iowan 108:54, p.12 |
Rivals, no matter what the sport, induce passion among fans, teams, and coaches. | |
112 | Society is captivated by the Kardashians Northern Iowan 108:22, p.15 |
Kim Kardashian has dated several professional athletes prior to her "infamous 72 day marriage" to Kris Humphries; photo. | |
113 | NBA lockout Northern Iowan 108:16, p.10 |
The National Basketball Association lockout hinges on the owners and players reaching a financial agreement that is seen as fair to both sides; photo. | |
114 | With some effort, any sport can be great Northern Iowan 108:3, p.9 |
Forming an emotional connection with any sport can make you a fan. | |
115 | One-on-one with Ali Farokhmanesh Northern Iowan 108:1, p.21 |
Star of the UNI sweet sixteen team responds to Brad Eiler's questions; photo. | |
116 | Boomshakalaka! Northern Iowan 107:53, p.15 |
A look back at some of the best games in professional basketball, baseball, hockey, and football; photo. | |
117 | Kobe Bryant is not a role model Northern Iowan 107:51, p.14 |
Although a great athlete, the Laker star's last tantrum included a homophobic slur in front of millions of television watchers. This came after he was acquitted of rape and other signs of total lack of judgment and selfishness; photo. | |
118 | Is baseball still America's pastime Northern Iowan 107:47, p.9 |
Television viewer statistics make the point that the Super Bowl and NBA finals both drew more viewers than does the World Series. The use of steroids and performance enhancing drugs may have marred the sport; photo. | |
119 | This is the season that never ends Northern Iowan 107:46, p.6 |
Preseason and post season games seem to be grueling in all professional sports; photo. | |
120 | UNI students, community members to participate in "Swishes for Wishes" Northern Iowan 107:44, p.6 |
A three on three basketball tournament will donate all proceeds to the Cedar Valley Make a Wish Committee. It will be a double elimination tournament. | |
121 | We are family Northern Iowan 107:36, p.13 |
Family members competing on the same team or different teams make for great sports stories. Family connections are present in all sports; photo. | |
122 | Ryan's Rants Northern Iowan 107:19, p.14 |
Fantasy sports allows anyone to put together a roster of players and manage a team. Getting involved can be overwhelming and time consuming. | |
123 | Change the NBA draft eligibility rules: they're ruining college basketball Northern Iowan 107:19, p.15 |
College basketball is a favorite sport for fans to watch. Currently, players are eligible to turn pro if they are nineteen years old and at least one year removed from high school graduation. They can leave after one year of college basketball; photo. | |
124 | Swagger + sports = real entertainment Northern Iowan 107:13, p.9 |
Believes that trash talking and swagger of some athletes are making sports more entertaining for many people in the stands; photo. | |
125 | Eglseder signs with Houston Rockets Northern Iowan 107:12, p.7 |
Jordan Eglseder, former Panther basketball player, has signed a free agent contract with Houston. He was a member of last year's team that defeated number one Kansas in the NCAA Tournament. | |
126 | Ryan's Rants: Time for a pop quiz¿ and the crowd goes wild! Northern Iowan 107:8, p.6 |
The public has made professional athletes bigger than life. People make it possible for athletes to make unbelievable salaries by purchasing clothing and tickets. | |
127 | UNI men's basketball assistant passes away Northern Iowan 107:3, p.10 |
Jim Berry lost his battle with cancer on August 31, 2010. He was the basketball coach at UNI during the transition from Division II to Division I. He also coached at Union and Columbus high schools in the area. | |
128 | UNI hosts exhibit at Iowa State Fair, Aug. 12-22 ESPY Award on display Saturday, Aug. 14 Public Relations News Release 2010:6, p.1 |
The men's basketball team, which made its first NCAA Sweet Sixteen appearance this year, will hand out commemorative posters highlighting the men's and women's basketball teams' record-breaking seasons. | |
129 | UNI intramural team qualifies for national tournament Northern Iowan 106:54, p.10 |
The Athletes won the UNI intramural women's basketball tournament easily. The team then won the regional and will now play on the campus of North Carolina State this weekend. | |
130 | Seniors Koch, Farokhmanesh look toward uncertain futures Northern Iowan 106:53, p.12 |
Seniors from this year's men's basketball team may extend their playing days in Europe, but must wait until August. | |
131 | Things I think I know Northern Iowan 106:53, p.6 |
Observations about the political system, the obsession with celebrity in America, and the NBA style of basketball; believes that college is about who you get to know and that eating right gets more important with age are observations on our society. | |
132 | Living the dream Northern Iowan 106:43, p.6 |
Fantasy NBA teams are completing their rosters for the final month of the season. | |
133 | Living the dream Northern Iowan 106:42, p.11 |
NBA trading deadline results in many of the traded players being injured. | |
134 | Harlem Globetrotters' 2010 'Magical Memories' World Tour comes to UNI; 'World's most famous team' bringing all-new show to the McLeod Center Public Relations News Release 2009:301, p.1 |
Now in its 84th consecutive season of touring the owrld, the Globetrotters' show features "Big Easy" Lofton and "Flight Time" Lang, who recently starred in the Emmy Award-winning CBS reality hit, "The Amazing Race;" "Special K" Daley; Scooter Christensen; | |
135 | Living the Dream Northern Iowan 106:37, p.8 |
Trade deadline approached for the National Basketball Association. Possible trades examined. | |
136 | Living the Dream Northern Iowan 106:34, p.18 |
National Basketball Association's All-Star break allows time to evaluate both the live action and the fantasy rosters. | |
137 | UNI Wellness & Recreation Center to host All-Sports Camp Public Relations News Release 2009:260, p.1 |
An All-Sports Camp for children ages 6 - 12 will be held during spring break March 15 - 19. Children can participate in flag football, table tennis, volleyball, rock climbing, basketball, swimming, kickball, baseball, softball, dodge ball and soccer. | |
138 | Living the dream Northern Iowan 106:31, p.9 |
Believes that money is the tempering factor in National Basketball Association trade talks; photo. | |
139 | Living the dream Northern Iowan 2010:29, p.6 |
Trades among NBA teams discussed. | |
140 | Living the dream Northern Iowan 2008:28, p.12 |
Fantasy basketball tips. Discussion of the problems of guns in the locker room; photo. | |
141 | Living the dream Northern Iowan 106:27, p.12 |
Fantasy NBA is about getting more value out of your roster than anyone else; photo. | |
142 | Living the Dream Northern Iowan 106:26, p.14 |
Hints provided on fantasy players in the NBA. Dropping injured players until they return, picking up reserves team players, and working a trade may help your team adjust throughout the season. | |
143 | Living the dream Northern Iowan 106:25, p.12 |
Players of fantasy basketball must study, research different options, and cram statistics on players prior to the all important draft. | |
144 | Brad's Sports Blurb Double Feature Northern Iowan 106:7, p.10 |
Sportsmanship continues to slip away. Fights, emotional losses of control, and belittling opponents is seen as normal. Athletes do not seem to share the love of the game as in the past. | |
145 | UNI SAAC to host junior panther day Northern Iowan 105:39, p.9 |
Student Athlete Advisory Committee provides instruction on the basics in all sports during Junior Panther Day. The events are open to youth through the sixth grade; admission is free. | |
146 | UNI Wellness & Recreation Center to host All-Sports Camp Public Relations News Release 2008:350, p.1 |
The camp will be offered during spring break. Children will have the change to participate in flag football, table tennis, volleyball, rock climbing, basketball, tai chi, swimming, kickball, baseball, softball, dodgeball and soccer, and more. | |
147 | Wellness Recreation Center offers programs for the community Northern Iowan 105:17, p.3 |
Community members participate in the Noontime Basketball Association, the Master's Swim program, and Climbing Club program for a fee. Student access remains the primary concern. | |
148 | UNI's Wellness and Recreation Center offers programs filled with fun, fitness and adventure for the public Public Relations News Release 2008:152, p.1 |
WRS invites residents of the Cedar Valley to explore the possibilities of the Noontime Bazsketball Association, the Master's Swim program or the Climbing Club. These fee-based programs are housed in the WRC. | |
149 | Redemption runs amok in Beijing Olympics Northern Iowan 105:3, p.20 |
United States men's basketball team and men's volleyball team win gold in Beijing. Water polo team takes the silver; photo. | |
150 | 'Wheelchair Sports Camp' June 4-7 at UNI Public Relations News Release 2007:712, p.1 |
Student campers will be building their skills with track chairs and on throwing events. Afternoons will be devoted to basketball,, with bocce ball breaks. They will also practice rugby, tennis, rock climbing, and strength training skills. |