December 2011 News

Recap: Oklahoma State vs. Virginia Tech

Published: December 31, 2011

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Dorenzo Hudson scored 18 points to lead the Virginia Tech Hokies to a 67-61 win over the Oklahoma State Cowboys in a non- conference tussle at Gallagher-Iba Arena.

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Big 12 year in review: A rear-view look at 2011 in Big 12 sports

Published: December 31, 2011

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In a year in which looking out for your own skin was the ultimate rallying cry off the field, 2011 produced many thrilling moments and memories on the field, as well, in Big 12 athletic competition.

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Andy Glockner: Three thoughts on Louisville-Kentucky

Published: December 31, 2011

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Here are three quick thoughts after No. 3 Kentucky warded off No. 4 Louisville 69-62 in a Commonwealth slugfest. That is, if I can finish typing before fouling out:
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Tony Pauline: Prospects to watch in Jan. 2 bowl games

Published: December 31, 2011

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Below, a breakdown of the players to watch Monday, as well as a projection as to where they’ll be drafted. (*denotes underclassmen)
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Stewart Mandel: Rose Bowl could cement legacy of talented but underappreciated duo

Published: December 31, 2011

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LOS ANGELES — It’s a fabled venue where stars like O.J. Simpson, Charles White, Ron Dayne and Vince Young delivered the defining performances of their college careers. On Monday, in the 98th Rose Bowl Game, a pair of accomplished running backs, Wisconsin’s Montee Ball and Oregon’s LaMichael James, will look to do the same.
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SE Louisiana 54, Texas Tech 62 | Post Game Thoughts

Published: December 31, 2011

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This was maybe the team’s most well-rounded win of the year and a lot of players contributed, but I thought that Crockett looked the best he has all year, scoring 10 points, grabbing 9 boards, but he had 8 turnovers .

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‘Cats determined to stay focused; McGruder: ‘I believe we do play to the level of our competition’

Published: December 31, 2011

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It didn’t take a trip to paradise for the Kansas State Wildcats to see the light, but it didn’t hurt.

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Oklahoma holds off Iowa to capture Insight Bowl

Published: December 31, 2011

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Led by three touchdown runs from backup quarterback Blake Bell, Oklahoma knocked off Iowa 31-14 late Friday night in the Insight Bowl. Earlier Friday, BYU scored a touchdown with 11 seconds left to win …
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OU outlasts Iowa to win Insight Bowl

Published: December 31, 2011

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Oklahoma salvaged what it could from an otherwise forgettable season by outlasting Iowa 31-14 on Friday night in the Insight Bowl.
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OU basketball seeks bounce-back effort

Published: December 31, 2011

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It can beneficial to play soon after a loss, especially a hard-to-swallow loss.
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John Klein: Sooners find a way to wrap up season with win

Published: December 31, 2011

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There was nothing Oklahoma could do about a lost season.
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2011 sports year in review

Published: December 31, 2011

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As the year draws to a close, take a look back at the Tulsa area’s Top 10 sports stories of 2011 as voted by the World sports staff.
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Bob Stoops gets salary bump starting Sunday

Published: December 31, 2011

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Oklahoma coach Bob Stoops gets a $71,500 bonus for leading his team against Iowa in the 23rd Insight Bowl on Friday night, and on Sunday he’ll get a huge raise.
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OU football notebook: Belldozer in overdrive

Published: December 31, 2011

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Iowa coach Kirk Ferentz openly worried about defending Oklahoma’s short-yardage ‘Belldozer’ package for reserve quarterback Blake Bell leading up to the Insight Bowl. Turns out, he had every reason t …
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OU downs Iowa in Insight Bowl, 31-14

Published: December 31, 2011

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TEMPE, Ariz. — Oklahoma salvaged what it could from an otherwise forgettable season Friday night with a tense and satisfying 31-14 victory over Iowa in the Insight Bowl.
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