Terps Prep for NCAA Road Test Nov 21, 2009
Gonzalez was one of only 14 players in the league to play in all 30 regular season games and ranked second among all rookies with 2,672 minutes played. Maryland now boasts two of the last three Gatorade Rookies of the Year as garnered the award in 2007 as a member of Toronto FC. Joining Gonzalez as former Terps on Soccer America's 2009 MLS All-Rookie Team is , and ... WELCOME ROOKIES Once again, Cirovski and his staff have compiled a top tier recruiting class, earning a No. 2-ranking by both... (Umterps.com)
Bucks' Jennings starts career with flourish Nov 21, 2009
Whereas rookies go into situations where they get restricted because of the system. It shows you how good a coach Scott is, he s recognized what Brandon s good at and adjusted to him. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Stojakovic Leads Hornets Past Suns, 110-103 Nov 20, 2009
Collison had 15 points, putting both Hornets rookies in double figures. Amare Stoudemire had 23 points and Jared Dudley, who was 5 of 6 on 3-pointers, scored 17 for Phoenix. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Falcons Head to Omaha for Kaufman-Brand Open Nov 20, 2009
Meanwhile, rookies and have each started their collegiate careers with a 4-0 mark in their first weekend of action. Ten different Falcons notched falls in the opening weekend of competition, led by , who notched four pins. (Airforcesports.com)
Top youngsters: Who's in the lead for top defensive rookie? Nov 20, 2009
By Tom Pedulla, USA TODAY With the NFL season firmly into its second half, USA TODAY examines the top defensive rookies who could be vying for Defensive Rookie of the Year honors ... Wide-ranging linebacker ranks fourth among rookies with 40 tackles ... Linebacker tops all rookies, as well as Texans, with 78 tackles. (USA Today -- Sports)
Falcons Host Portland On Friday Nov 20, 2009
Rookies , Katie Hilbi and , rank second-through-fourth in scoring for the Falcons. Three Regular Season Games on TV Three Air Force women's basketball regular season games will be televised. (Airforcesports.com)
Previewing UNC Nov 20, 2009
In the NBA this season, there were 13 former Tar Heels that made professional rosters, including rookies Wayne Ellington, Danny Green, Ty Lawson, and Tyler Hansbrough, all of which helped lead UNC to the national title last year. - Williams has had a lot to do with the talent, as he has coached 19 eventual first round picks during his coaching career. (Ohio State Sports -- Rivals.com)
Stojakovic helps Hornets take shine off Suns Nov 20, 2009
and rookie Marcus Thornton each scored 19 for New Orleans, meaning both Hornets rookies finished in double figures. "Darren and Marcus I don't know what to say about those kids," Stojakovic said. (USA Today -- Sports)
Sophomore slump slowing flight path of Falcons' Ryan Nov 19, 2009
along with current rookies and ... wideout Eddie Royal led all rookies with 91 catches and 980 receiving yards in 2008 ... It's been worse for the ' Slaton, who led all rookies with 1,282 rushing yards in 2008 but has lost his grip and starting job in 2009, with a league-high five lost fumbles. (USA Today -- Sports)
The Bucks Start Here Gary Dineen/NBAE via Getty ImagesJust 20, Brandon Jennings is averaging nearly 25 points and six assists through his first nine games with the Bucks.With rookie Brandon Jennings, who scored 55 points in a game last week, the Bucks may have found their best player since Kareem Abdul-Jabbar 40 years ago, says Arash Markazi. Nov 19, 2009
While Flynn, who tied a club record by scoring in double figures in his first 11 games, ranks third among rookies with 14 ... Blair leads all rookies with 6 ... New Orleans HornetsAfter firing coach Byron Scott, New Orleans is finally playing its two talented rookies in shooting guard Thornton and point guard Darren Collison. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Billikens Busy with Three Meets This Weekend Nov 19, 2009
Notre Dame) has made an immediate impact in her first collegiate season, already collecting three individual first-place finishes to lead all SLU rookies. She also owns Saint Louis' fastest times this season in the 200 (1:58. (Slubillikens.com)
Illini in the NFL-Week 10 Nov 19, 2009
Vontae Davis ranks third among rookies in interceptions ... Davis ranks third among all rookies in both interceptions (2) and passes defended (9) through week 10 of the season. (Fightingillini.com)
Bucs give journeyman Jones shot to shine Nov 19, 2009
Jones quickly slipped into an everyday role with his new club, and by season's end, he led all Major League rookies in homers and slugging percentage ... By season's end, he ranked second among NL rookies in on-base percentage, third in average and sixth in RBIs. (MLB.com -- Pittsburgh Pirates)
Irish Ready For Final-16 Showdown Versus Oregon State Nov 19, 2009
Led by arguably the world's top defensive midfielder in Boxx and one of WPS' top rookies in Bock (who played center back after never playing that position at Notre Dame), Los Angeles won the regular season title and the right to host the first-ever WPS Championship Game. In the end, five Fighting Irish alums (tying North Carolina for the most representatives from one college) worked their way into the WPS final -- Bock, Boxx and Shaner for L.A., along with Hanks and Buczkowski for Sky Blue FC.... (Und.com)
James Laurinaitis Discusses Mini Camp Nov 18, 2009
I think a lot of coaches knew the rookies were going to make mistakes because theyre new to the whole system. And even some of the other guys are making mistakes because its a new system for everybody. (GridIronGateway.com)
Memo to LeBron: MJ is doing fine without your help Nov 18, 2009
Maybe it's just coincidence the dozen other players currently wearing the number are rookies or scrubs; or that a new No. 6 jersey might be the only way to nudge you back atop Kobe on the merchandise-sold list. But the first maneuver makes you look like a bully, and the second like a pawn in some viral marketing campaign. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
A-10 Men's Basketball Notebook, Nov. 15, 2009 Nov 18, 2009
This story originally published on. By Atlantic 10 ConferencePosted Nov 15, 2009. (OwlInsider.com)
Redskin makes his move Nov 18, 2009
5 sacks over the past two games and leads all rookies with seven sacks for the season. He is starting to develop his pass-rush moves, understanding that he can't just win with speed against top NFL offensive tackles. (ESPN -- Football)
Nicolas Cage Sued by Former Money Manager Nov 18, 2009
From sandlots to rookies to fields of dreams, these baseball films are in a league of their own. Photo Essay. (CBS News)
A's reliever Bailey wins rookie of the year Nov 18, 2009
"Sometimes, this award is subject to who the other rookies are that year, but Andrew was also an All-Star.". Bailey, 25, wasn't expected to make the team after coming to spring training as a non-roster invitee. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Mostafa and Shipp Lift Women's Basketball to 84-82 Win at North Texas Nov 18, 2009
Freshman added 12 points and seven assists, followed by 11 points each from rookies Shipp and. The Colonials, who had six players seeing their first collegiate action, grabbed just their third lead of the game at 78-77 on put-back with 1:53 remaining. (Gwsports.com)
ROOKIE FOCUS: Michael Oher Nov 18, 2009
By Tom Pedulla, USA TODAY NFL rookies do not typically have full-length films made about them. Then again, the story of is extraordinary. (USA Today -- Sports)
Terps Host NCAAs Thursday Night Nov 18, 2009
Gonzalez was one of only 14 players in the league to play in all 30 regular season games and ranked second among all rookies with 2,672 minutes played. Maryland now boasts two of the last three Gatorade Rookies of the Year as garnered the award in 2007 as a member of Toronto FC. Joining Gonzalez as former Terps on Soccer America's 2009 MLS All-Rookie Team is , and ... WELCOME ROOKIES Once again, Cirovski and his staff have compiled a top tier recruiting class, earning a No. 2-ranking by both... (Umterps.com)
Inside the Arizona Cardinals Rookie Deals Nov 18, 2009
netDate: Nov 18, 2009 Ever wonder what the Cardinals rookies salaries, incentives and options are. Brian McIntyre of NorthwestFootball. (Bucknuts.com)
One says goodbye, one says hello Nov 18, 2009
Ziarko, who was elected to the council at the same time as Bracci in 2001, said the two considered themselves the rookies of the council even after new faces had joined them. Sometimes, Ziarko said, Bracci would say things during meetings that other council members were shocked he would verbalize - starting what Ziarko said was a saying about bringing a roll of duct tape and rope to meetings. (Shelby Twp Advisor & Source, MI)
Revolution evaluating; Jankauskas makes contract demand Nov 18, 2009
You don t win the MLS Cup relying on rookies. Copyright 2009 Globe Newspaper Company. (Boston Globe)
Braves have past and future with awards Nov 17, 2009
Despite leading all Major League rookies in ERA (2 ... Braves right-hander led all Major League rookies in ERA. (MLB.com -- Atlanta Braves)
Beinfest expresses pride in Coghlan's feat Nov 17, 2009
The lefty contact hitter finished his first season in the big leagues leading all rookies in batting average. 321), runs (84), hits (162), doubles (31) and on-base percentage. (MLB.com -- Florida Marlins)
Coghlan named NL's top rookie Nov 17, 2009
321) and led Senior Circuit rookies in runs (84), hits (162), total bases (232), doubles (31) and on-base percentage ... "You never expect rookies to have those types of years," Marlins vice president of player development and scouting Jim Fleming said in a phone interview. (MLB.com -- Florida Marlins)
Coghlan adds to Marlins' awards Nov 17, 2009
The lefty contact hitter posted back-to-back 47-hit months -- becoming the first NL player with 94 hits in a two-month span since 1978 -- finished sixth in the NL in batting average and led Senior Circuit rookies in runs (84), hits (162), total bases (232), doubles (31) and on-base percentage. 390). (MLB.com -- Florida Marlins)
Warriors ship Jackson to Bobcats Nov 17, 2009
"We are struggling, we can't score," Brown continued, "but one of the reasons we're struggling was because Raja and were out and missed a lot of time, and and Boris basically missed all of preseason. Those are four key guys, plus we didn't have rookie camp or summer league, so our rookies are a little behind. So there's a lot of factors, but yeah, we have had problems scoring the ball. We're defending well, but we just can't make a shot." ... So Golden State decided not to wait until Dec. 15,... (ESPN -- Basketball)
Coghlan, Bailey named rookies of year Nov 17, 2009
He also led the league's rookies in ERA.. He is the eighth A's player to win the award, tying the New York Yankees for most in the AL. Bailey was scuffling as a starter in Double-A last year when the A's moved him to the bullpen. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Jennings, Colts keep expectations high Nov 17, 2009
But, starting cornerbacks Kelvin Hayden and Marlin Jackson (out for the season) have been beset by injuries allowing Jennings and rookies Jerraud Powers and Jacob Lacey the opportunity to step up and see plenty of playing time. My season has been a little up and down, Jennings said. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Young players toting the load Nov 17, 2009
Rookies Collison, Thornton jump into significant roles Tuesday, November 17, 2009 By Jimmy Smith Staff writer ... Forced to become vital options in the Hornets' plans because of a slow start and the injury to All-Star point guard Chris Paul, rookies Darren Collison and Marcus Thornton are being used in the rotation more quickly than either imagined and earning respect, excess baggage and all. (Nola.com -- Sports)
Wells sixth in NL ROY balloting Nov 17, 2009
Cubs righty led league rookies in starts, second in wins ... Cubs righty led league rookies in starts, second in wins. (MLB.com -- Chi Cubs Cubs)
Packers turn up pressure on Romo, Cowboys Nov 17, 2009
A rash of midseason injuries forced the Packers to plug two rookies into the starting lineup Sunday ... Our rookies had a big part of our success today, said McCarthy, also referring to Matthews, who had two fumble recoveries. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Short of AL ROY, Romero back at work Nov 17, 2009
30 ERA. Among AL rookies, he ranked second in wins and fourth in ERA. Romero led his league's rookie class with 16 quality starts, ranking second in strikeouts (141) and third in innings pitched (178). Romero stormed out of the gates during his inaugural tour with Toronto. (MLB.com -- Toronto Blue Jays)
Marlins Coghlan, As Bailey are top rookies Nov 17, 2009
Marlins Coghlan, As Bailey are top rookies - Baseball- nbcsports ... Marlins Coghlan, As Bailey are top rookies ... Called up from the minors in May, the 24-year-old Coghlan topped NL rookies in batting average, runs, hits (162), total bases (232) and on-base percentage. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Pirates' award tradition remains rich Nov 17, 2009
McCutchen and Jones were among a group of National League rookies that received strong consideration for the Rookie of the Year Award, which was handed out Monday. McCutchen received two first-place and five second-place votes from the 32 members of the Baseball Writers' Association of America, which cast a ballot for the award. (MLB.com -- Pittsburgh Pirates)
Bobcats acquire Warriors' Jackson Nov 17, 2009
Coghlan, Bailey top rookies. Florida Marlins left fielder Chris Coghlan won the National League Rookie of the Year award in a close vote Monday, and Oakland Athletics closer Andrew Bailey took the AL honor. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Sutter making a case to stay Nov 17, 2009
He then was one of the stars as the Hurricanes' rookies won the championship in an NHL prospects tournament in Traverse City, Mich. hosted by the Detroit Red Wings. (News & Observer -- Sports)
A's Bailey and Marlins' Coghlan win Rookie awards Nov 17, 2009
Called up from the minors in May, Coghlan topped NL rookies in batting average, runs, hits (162), total bases (232) and on-base percentage ... The 25-year-old right-hander also led the league's rookies in ERA while striking out 91 and walking 24 in 83 1-3 innings ... Oakland Athletics closer Andrew Bailey and Florida Marlins outfielder Chris Coghlan have been named the Jackie Robinson Award winners as the top rookies in the American and National League, respectively, as voted on by members of... (News & Observer -- Sports)
Women's Basketball Tips-Off Tuesday at North Texas Nov 17, 2009
The Colonials return sophomores , an A-10 All-Rookie Team selection last winter, and - a duo which led last season's rookies with 16 and 25 starts, respectively. Sophomores (20 gp) and (11 gp) are the only other two Colonials with college playing experience entering the 2009-10 season. (Gwsports.com)
Hanson third in NL Rookie voting Nov 17, 2009
Braves pitcher Tommy Hanson met or surpassed all expectations in his first major league season, but so did a couple of other National League East rookies ... Hanson, who turned 23 in August, led major league rookies in ERA, opponents' average. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Report: 12 clubs interested in Counsell Nov 17, 2009
Third baseman led NL rookies in RBIs in debut campaign. MLBlogs. (MLB.com -- Milwaukee Brewers)
Brewers duo has sights set on MVP Nov 17, 2009
Rookie of the Year winners were unveiled on Nov. 16 and Brewers third baseman Casey McGehee, who led all Major League rookies with 66 RBIs, finished fifth, behind winner Chris Coghlan of the Marlins, pitchers J.A. Happ of the Phillies and Tommy Hanson of the Braves, and outfielder Andrew McCutchen of the Pirates ... Third baseman led NL rookies in RBIs in debut campaign. (MLB.com -- Milwaukee Brewers)
Bailey captures AL rookie award Nov 17, 2009
" Andrus, Texas' acrobatic 21-year-old shortstop, finished second in the voting, which was carried out by selected members of the Baseball Writers' Association of America. Bailey, 25, posted 26 saves -- no other AL rookie reliever had more than two -- with a 1.84 ERA, also the best among AL rookies. He was listed first on 13 ballots submitted by two writers in each AL city, second on six and third on five to score 88 points, based on a 5-3-1 tabulation system. Andrus, who batted .267 and led AL... (MLB.com -- Oakland Athletics)
McGehee comes up short in ROY race Nov 17, 2009
Coghlan, who led NL rookies in batting average ... " In 116 games, McGehee batted .301 with 16 home runs and led all Major League rookies with 66 RBIs. The Brewers didn't exactly expect that level of production coming. They claimed McGehee off waivers from the Cubs in October 2008, but entered 2009 Spring Training with Bill Hall as the starting third baseman and veterans Mike Lamb and Craig Counsell as backups. McGehee's strong spring prompted the Brewers to release Lamb, and when Hall's slump... (MLB.com -- Milwaukee Brewers)
NL Rookie of the Year Chris Coghlan, Jeff Francoeur Headline 2010 Louisville Baseball Leadoff Dinner Nov 17, 2009
Coghlan, who was named the NL Rookie of the Year on Monday, had an outstanding summer leading all rookies and ranking sixth in the National League with a. 321 average to go along with nine home runs and 47 RBI. A first round selection in the 2006 MLB Draft by the Marlins, Coghlan worked his way through the organization before making his MLB debut in May 8, 2009. (Uoflsports.com)
Unrewarding campaign for Indians Nov 17, 2009
While the Tribe used 14 rookies and fielded a roster with 12 first-year players at season's end -- tied for the most in the Majors -- none of them contributed prominently enough for serious consideration for Rookie of the Year. As far as the Gold Glove is concerned, Cabrera certainly has the slick-fielding skills and range to be considered for the high honor one day, but considering his position switch and time missed because of injury this season, he was not a prime candidate yet. (MLB.com -- Cleveland Indians)
Peter Roebuck As ageing champions lick their wounds so the rookies pound them down in the nets and stride confidently towards the beckoning finger. Read more Nov 17, 2009
As the ageing champions lick their wounds so the rookies pound them down in the nets and stride confidently towards the beckoning finger. As Lee steps aside so Josh Hazlewood prepares for his Sheffield Shield debut. (The Age, Australia)
Sudden Impact AP; Chris Williams/Icon SMIAndrew Bailey converted 26 of 30 save chances, while Chris Coghlan led the majors in hits after the All-Star break.Chris Coghlan and Andrew Bailey certainly aren't the most high-profile Rookies of the Year ever, but they deserve praise. Ted Keith chronicles two unique paths to national recognition. Nov 17, 2009
Forget for a moment that Chris Coghlan and Andrew Bailey sound more like Irish rugby players than major league baseball's newest Rookies of the Year ... Instead, the announcement that Bailey and Coghlan have been honored as the top rookies in their respective leagues should come as a pleasing reminder of the egalitarian nature of this award. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- MLB)
One says goodbye, one says hello Nov 17, 2009
Ziarko, who was elected to the council at the same time as Bracci in 2001, said the two considered themselves the rookies of the council even after new faces had joined them. Sometimes, Ziarko said, Bracci would say things during meetings that other council members were shocked he would verbalize - starting what Ziarko said was a saying about bringing a roll of duct tape and rope to meetings. (Shelby Twp Advisor & Source, MI)
Beckham will settle for what he has Nov 17, 2009
He placed fifth in a deep crop of AL rookies, receiving two second-place votes and four for third place ... " During a prosperous 2009 campaign, Beckham had his fair share of three-hit games. In fact, Beckham tied for first among AL rookies with 28 multi-hit efforts. He led all AL rookies with 28 doubles, 43 extra-base hits and 63 RBIs in just 103 games, while finishing second in home runs (14), runs scored (58), hits (102), on-base percentage (.347), slugging percentage (.460) and total bases... (MLB.com -- Chi White Sox White Sox)
Happ falls just shy of top NL rookie Nov 17, 2009
Coghlan led NL rookies in average ... Happ's ERA ranks 11th in franchise history among rookies, and was the lowest since Ben Tincup had a 2. (MLB.com -- Philadelphia Phillies)
Browns-Ravens: Game Scout Nov 17, 2009
rookies and plus veteran can also play inside as the Browns try to adjust without Jackson and Barton. "Ideally in a 3-4 (defense), those positions are mirrored," Mangini said. (BerniesInsiders.com)
Falcons Host Adams State In Home-Opener Nov 17, 2009
Rookies , , and rank second-through-fifth in scoring for the Falcons. Falcons Picked To Finish Ninth In MWC In the preseason conference poll released in October, Air Force was chosen by the coaches and select media to finish ninth in the Mountain West. (Airforcesports.com)
Verlander has strong case for Cy contention Nov 17, 2009
Porcello's 14 wins, the most by a 20-year-old since Dwight Gooden in 1985, led all AL rookies, to go with a 3. 96 ERA; his 170 2/3 innings ranked third. (MLB.com -- Detroit Tigers)
Kisha's Korner: The Colts are the Colts... Nov 17, 2009
As the points racked up on the board for the Colts, the Patriots' rookies proved to have learned much more than expected. Here's where some of the toughest competition exists, the rookies and the veteran players of the teams ... Could have done without the mock photo shoot with after an interception but all rookies have moments like this, I suppose. (PatriotsInsider.com)
The show will go on, but the star won't be Brett Lee any more Nov 17, 2009
As the ageing champions lick their wounds so the rookies pound them down in the nets and stride confidently towards the beckoning finger. As Lee steps aside, so Josh Hazlewood prepares for his Shield debut. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Bonnies set to take on St. John's at Blue Cross Arena Nov 17, 2009
He led all A-10 Rookies in six different categories, ranking second overall in the A-10 in both blocks and field goal percentage ... Category Stat A-10 Rookies A-10 Overall Scoring 12. (Gobonnies.com)
Cards' RB Wells stampeding to top Nov 16, 2009
"A lot of rookies come in the league, and they have the big heads, the egos. He kept his mouth shut and worked hard. He's humble, he wants to be great, and you're going to see great things from in the future.". Against the Seahawks, Wells quickly atoned for his rare burst of temper. (AZCentral -- Sports)
Patriots - Colts: Preview Nov 16, 2009
Rookies such as and , along with second-year players such as and , have become major contributors for the Colts. "I think there are some similarities from their defense and our offense, in that there are new faces on both sides. The goal is to try and have the same results (as in the past). It's the same system. We do have a lot of young guys. I don't know; I can't get into comparisons of other offenses in other years here. But this has been a different type of year because we've had new guys.... (PatriotsInsider.com)
One says goodbye, one says hello Nov 16, 2009
Ziarko, who was elected to the council at the same time as Bracci in 2001, said the two considered themselves the rookies of the council even after new faces had joined them. Sometimes, Ziarko said, Bracci would say things during meetings that other council members were shocked he would verbalize - starting what Ziarko said was a saying about bringing a roll of duct tape and rope to meetings. (Shelby Twp Advisor & Source, MI)
Major honor could be on tap for McCutchen Nov 16, 2009
He led all NL rookies with 47 extra-base hits, while ranking second in multihit games (36), runs (74), walks (54) and total bases (204) ... Jones ended the season ranked second among NL rookies in on-base percentage ... Coghlan led all NL rookies with a. (MLB.com -- Pittsburgh Pirates)
