Super Bowl group unveils new program Sep 22, 2009
Honorary co-chairs of the new project, former President George W. Bush and his wife Laura Bush, were on hand for the announcement, along with Chairman and former Dallas Cowboy Daryl Johnston, host committee CEO Bill Lively, committee members Roger Staubach, Troy Aikman, Emmitt Smith and Pat Summerall and a host of committee members and former Cowboys. The new program has been dubbed , standing for Service Learning Adventures in North Texas. (Dallas Business Journal, TX)
'Boys fall in stadium opener Sep 22, 2009
Roger Staubach, Bob Lilly, Troy Aikman, Emmitt Smith and Michael Irvin were among those taking part in a halftime ceremony to unveil the new Ring of Honor. Related Stories. (CowboyUpdate.com)
Cowboys aim to open stadium with giant splash Sep 19, 2009
Dallas already was a strong team, having lost the previous Super Bowl, and Landrys decision to make Roger Staubach his permanent starting quarterback had to be a more significant reason for the breakthrough. Still, players recall the boost that came with moving into the fanciest field in the league. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Ponder poised in pocket Sep 18, 2009
"How do you think Roger Staubach got the nickname 'Roger the Dodger?' " Fisher asked "Have you ever heard him speak? He said, 'Running was an excuse for not totally knowing what the heck was going on.' ". Ponder certainly seems to know what's going on now and he has proven to be much more comfortable in the pocket in his second season as a starter. (Florida Today)
Hand in hand Sep 10, 2009
Tom Landry made the bold switch to Roger Staubach after losing Super Bowl V. Later, there was Noll/Bradshaw. Then came Shula/Marino. (Boston Globe)
History of the Dallas Cowboys - 198... Sep 3, 2009
The player level was affected when quarterback Roger Staubach retired after the 1979 season. Danny White took over from Staubach and led the team through the 1980s but he retired prior to the start of the 1989 season. (Suite101.com)
Johnston: Greatest college football season ever? Sep 2, 2009
Whats more, he has the superhero persona of Herschel Walker, the squeaky-clean image of Roger Staubach and the long-lasting speaking presence of George Gipp. Greatest player ever. (MSNBC -- Sports)
NFL: Chase Daniel chasing a dream with the Redskins Aug 30, 2009
But Zorn worked his way through that maze of competition at quarterback in the Cowboys camp that summer and wound up competing into August with Clint Longley for the backup spot to Roger Staubach. Longley won the position, but Zorn used his experience from that camp to win the starting position with the expansion Seattle Seahawks in 1976. (Honolulu Advertiser)
McCARTNEY:How the trio ranks historically Aug 29, 2009
Roger Staubach, Billy Lothride, Sherman Lewis. 10. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NCAA Football)
StewartMandelInside College Football Tim Tebow could go down as the best college player of all time. Aug 28, 2009
And while Atlanta Journal Constitution columnist Mark Bradley gives the nod to ex-Georgia star Herschel Walker, he says: "I would have no trouble putting [Tebow] in the all-time top five among college players, alongside or slightly ahead of Red Grange, O.J. Simpson and Roger Staubach.". Wow. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
McKinney kids kick back on a trip to Europe Aug 25, 2009
For those more familiar with sports in the United States, Fanatico compared Hill to Roger Staubach or Larry Bird. Hill started United FC in McKinney to give area players a place to learn the English style of soccer. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
Favre wont have to carry Vikings Aug 20, 2009
Ideally, Minnesota can duplicate the formula Denver created for John Elway, one of seven quarterbacks to start a Super Bowl after turning 36 (Johnny Unitas, Fran Tarkenton, Roger Staubach, Jim Plunkett, Rich Gannon and Kurt Warner are the others). Elway won it all at age 37 and 38, becoming the oldest QB to win the big game. (MSNBC -- Sports)
MICHAEL WEBER: Football teams on the move Aug 17, 2009
Forty years that have included Johnny Unitas, Fran Tarkenton, Terry Bradshaw, Roger Staubach, Joe Montana, Peyton Manning and Tom Brady; Walter Payton, Franco Harris, Barry Sanders, Eric Dickerson, Emmitt Smith and LaDainian Tomlinson; Jerry Rice, Lynn Swan, Steve Largent, Charlie Joiner and Randy Moss; Dick Butkus, Mike Singletary, Ronnie Lott, Ray Lewis, and Mean Joe Greene; Tom Landry, Bud Grant, Don Schula, Chuck Noll, and the Big Tuna; the Steel Curtain, the Purple People Eaters, the Orange... (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
Letters to Sports Aug 16, 2009
VaNu is featured in the section of the book featuring class of 1985 Hall of Famer Roger Staubach. The Pro Football Hall of Fame is located in Canton, Ohio, and is committed to the enshrining of the athletic accomplishments and preserving the history of those who have participated in the game of Pro Football. (Fresno Bee -- Sports)
Impact' player Hayes inducted into Hall of Fame Aug 9, 2009
"Time and the Hall wait for no man.Hayes' induction came in his 29th year of eligibility, but it came seven years after his death. Hayes' son honored his father in a 2-minute, 54-second video that was taped earlier this summer, and Hall of Fame quarterback Roger Staubach gave a live, 10-minute presentation before a mostly Buffalo B 00004000 ills crowd of 12,695. Staubach talked about Hayes' speed, his impact on the NFL and his happy-go-lucky personality."I know that he's smiling now, and I hope... (Fresno Bee -- Lifestyle)
Defense highlights new Hall of Fame class Aug 9, 2009
l Roger Staubach, quarterback. l Ernie Stautner, defensive tackle. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Smith, Wilson, fans give '09 HOF lot Buffalo feel Aug 8, 2009
Buffalo Bills owner Ralph Wilson, Bruce Smith give 2009 NFL Hall of Fame class Buffalo feel - ESPN. Updated: August 8, 2009, 12:58 AM ET. (ESPN -- Football News)
HOF induction turning into a Buffalo bash Aug 8, 2009
Search post-gazette NOW. Chris O''Meara/Associated Press Former Bills defensive end Bruce Smith, left, and Bill owner Ralph Wilson. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
NFL Hall induction a Buffalo bash Aug 8, 2009
Today's Weather Hudson, NY. Today's Front Page Online Poll. (Hudson Register Star, NY)
Bills' Smith, Wilson highlight 2009 class Aug 8, 2009
Web Search powered by YAHOO. Former Buffalo Bills defensive end Bruce Smith, pictured, and Bills owner Ralph Wilson will be inducted into the NFL Hall of Fame today in Canton, Ohio. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Audio: "Sellout 2009"- June Jones Presser Aug 7, 2009
Former Cowboys quarterback Roger Staubach will also be involved. The campaign will focus largely on corporate and group sales t reach its goals, ad the game will feature added entertainment with Grammy-winning singer Rudy Gatlin of The Gatlin Brothers singing the National Anthem. (CollegeInsiders.com)
'Bullet' Bob finally land among football's best Aug 5, 2009
He caught a 95-yard touchdown pass from Don Meredith, an 89-yarder from Craig Morton and an 85-yarder from Roger Staubach. The same day he notched the club-record 95-yarder, Hayes also scored from 52 yards out. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Should the Heisman be awarded after bowls? Aug 1, 2009
Miami University, Navy, , Southern Mississippi and haven't won national titles, which eliminates John Unitas, Ben Roethlisberger, Roger Staubach, Trent Dilfer, Brett Favre and Mark Rypien from the discussion. Two quarterbacks - Jim McMahon and Steve Young - have won Super Bowls, but Robbie Bosco was the QB of the Cougars' 1984 national championship team. (Notre Dame Sports -- Rivals.com)
Smith Listed Among Two Best College Basketball Coaches In History Jul 31, 2009
Among the guest contributors: Hall of Famers Bart Starr (on Lombardi), Dwight Stephenson (on Bryant), Paul Warfield (on Shula), Luc Robitaille (on Bowman), Ara Parseghian (on Rockne), Mike McCormack (on Brown), Gale Sayers (on Halas), Lynn Swann (on Noll), Isiah Thomas (on Knight) and Roger Staubach (on Landry). The new Sporting News Magazine, also featuring a special conversation between star running backs Jim Brown and Adrian Peterson, hits newsstands later this week and can be purchased at... (Tarheelblue.com)
Romo can't escape spotlight Jul 18, 2009
Instead of becoming the next Roger Staubach or Troy Aikman with Super Bowl rings on their resume, he is starting to look like the next Danny White, a quarterback who could never get the Cowboys over the hump despite all of his glossy individual numbers. With a combined 5-10 career record in December and January, including two first-round losses in the playoffs, Romo is starting to get the label of not being able to win the big game. (CowboyUpdate.com)
Cowboys camp focus? Ditch me-first attitude Jul 17, 2009
The Cowboys luminaries that made her famous 12 members of the Ring of Honor, including Roger Staubach and Emmitt Smith and about 100 former players had gathered. A dignified salute to all things Cowboys would start once their game against the Ravens ended. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Soriano aims to clear mind Jul 11, 2009
Former Dallas Cowboys quarterback Roger Staubach was at Wrigley Field prior to Friday's game. Jeff Stevens was called up from Iowa for the weekend series and made his Major League debut Friday, pitching one inning in relief. (MLB.com -- Chi Cubs Cubs)
Was Lee Roy Toughest Ever? Jul 2, 2009
Date: Jun 29, 2009 The Travelers Championship PGA Tour Celebrity Pro-Am event at the TPC River Highlands in Cromwell, Connecticut, last week included legendary college and pro quarterback Roger Staubach, who was among several celebrities sharing comments on Alabama football related subjects. to read the rest of this story. (BamaMag.com)
Tough losses: Recession hurts even the savviest of ex-athletes Jun 29, 2009
Along with Magic Johnson and Roger Staubach, Davis has earned a reputation as one of the country's most astute athletes-turned-entrepreneurs. He's still solid financially, because he diversified with other investments. (USA Today -- Sports)
Glover making the rounds Jun 25, 2009
Other celebrities competing were Ray Allen, Bill Belichick, Roger Staubach, Sandy Koufax, and actors Luke Wilson, Aidan Quinn, Joe Pesci, Rob Morrow, and James Naughton. Brian Gay s team won, shooting a 17-under 53. (Boston Globe)
Ticket to PGA Tour in Johnson's grasp Jun 18, 2009
Other celebrities scheduled to play include Roger Staubach and actors Joe Pesci, Aidan Quinn, Rob Morrow, and James Naughton. US Amateur champion Danny Lee (who turned pro after the Masters) and a pair of college players - Clemson s Kyle Stanley and Rickie Fowler of Oklahoma State - have been given sponsor s exemptions into the Travelers. (Boston Globe -- Sports)
ESPN's Berman will present Ralph Wilson at HoF Jun 5, 2009
Other presenters include Hall of Fame quarterback Roger Staubach for former wide receiver Bob Hayes; former Bills defensive coordinator Ted Cottrell for ; and former Chiefs president Carl Peterson for. has picked his high school athletic director O.K. Fulton as his presenter, and will be presented by business associate Tracy Foster. (ESPN -- Football News)
Navy Swimmer Cate Sheerin Receives CYO Award May 30, 2009
Sheerin is just the second Naval Academy recipient of the award, and the first since Roger Staubach was the inaugural winner of the award in 1965. Additional past winners of the award include John Thompson (1968), Austin Carr (1970), Tom McMillen (1973) and Johnny Dawkins (1984). (Patriotleague.com)
Wesleyville's timeout for fun May 21, 2009
" From gym lockers to sports posters, Jimmy Z's interior offers plenty to inspire players and fans during the offseason. Most notably, the bar itself. When Zank opened 20 years ago, he glued his childhood sports card collection, all 798 cards, underneath the clear surface of the bar. A couple of the cards, he acknowledged, would be worth a pretty penny today. "I have a second-year Wayne Gretzky and a rookie Roger Staubach -- that's probably the most valuable. And I get people telling me I was... (Erie Times-News, PA)
Holley gets reality TV moment May 16, 2009
There are 10 episodes with guest appearances by Jerry Rice, Tony Dorsett, Roger Staubach and, of course, Cowboys owner Jerry Jones. or 919-829-8938. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Favre needs to say 'no' for good May 8, 2009
Roger Staubach enjoyed a great 1979 with Dallas, throwing for 27 touchdown passes and posting a 92. 3 rating. (Waterloo Courier, IO)
Holley Back in the Spotlight May 5, 2009
The show is packed with former Cowboy greats such as Roger Staubach, Tony Dorsett, Jay Novacek and Nate Newton as well as Pro Football Hall of Famer Jerry Rice. And as expected, Cowboys owner Jerry Jones will make his presence known throughout the series. (InsideCarolina.com)
Fulton teach earns spot on Michael Irvin reality TV Apr 29, 2009
Of course, Cowboys owner Jerry Jones appears throughout the series, along with team legends like Roger Staubach and Tony Dorsett. It begins airing May 18. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
Private group try to move Hall of Fame to Dallas Apr 14, 2009
Group led by Emmitt Smith, Roger Staubach to try to move college football Hall of Fame to Dallas - ESPN ... A coalition of Dallas area leaders including millionaire T. Boone Pickens and current Dallas-area residents and Hall of Fame members Emmitt Smith and Roger Staubach announced their plans at a press conference Monday in Dallas. (ESPN -- College Football)
Cutler deal invokes memories of Tarkenton Apr 10, 2009
Roger Staubach could complete 47 percent in his sleep. So, after losing to Dallas in the 1971 playoffs, the Vikes took action. (Waterloo Courier, IO)
Gordon, Busch favorites as NASCAR heads to Atlanta Mar 6, 2009
Hall of Fame was created by former Dallas Cowboys quarterback greats Roger Staubach and Troy Aikman. They sold controlling interest of the team to Arizona Diamondbacks owners Jeff Moorad and Tom Garfinkel in September of 2007. (Gaylord Herald Times, MI)
On 20-year anniversary, Jones still rules Boys Feb 25, 2009
"I still have faith that the Cowboys are going to be in the thick of it the next couple of years," said Roger Staubach, perhaps the patron saint of Cowboys fans. "I sent Jerry a note recently and told him I feel the pieces are there and can be put in place. I wished him the best and to hang in there. I know he cares a lot.". (MSNBC -- Sports)
All 51 Classic contenders, stereotyped and categorized Feb 10, 2009
Bart Starr, Wilt Chamberlain, Michael Jordan in a Wizards jersey, Gordie Howe, Ted Williams, Roger Staubach. Rick Clunn's current status is much like Michael Jordan's, not after his first retirement seen here, but after his second. (ESPN -- Outdoors)
COLD HARD FOOTBALL FACTS: Enjoy the Golden Era of Super Bowls Feb 8, 2009
Games during this era were better defined by plays not made than by plays that were made: future Hall of Fame tight end Jackie Smith dropping a Roger Staubach pass in the end zone in Super Bowl XIII; Buffalo kicker Scott Norwood missing a 47-yarder in the final seconds of Super Bowl XXV.. That was about it for excitement from the first 31 years of championship games that failed to live up to the "Super" Bowl hype. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NFL)
NASCAR under economic caution flag Feb 8, 2009
"The Sprint Cup garage area should be a little less crowded this year, too. Five high-profile, stand-alone race teams that competed in the 2008 Daytona 500 are either shuttered or were involved in a merger during the off-season.Bill Davis Racing sold its assets and is out of the sport. Ganassi Racing and Dale Earnhardt Inc. combined their resources to form Earnhardt-Ganassi Racing. Hall of Fame Racing, started by former Dallas Cowboy quarterbacks Roger Staubach and Troy Aikman, blended in with... (Daytona Beach News Journal)
