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Ryan Callahan scored for the fifth time in four days and defenseman Ryan McDonagh snapped a second-period tie to lift the New York Rangers to a 3-2 victory over the Washington Capitals on Sunday.
Kobe Bryant hit a baseline jump shot with 4.2 seconds left and the Los Angeles Lakers wrapped up a six-game road trip by holding on to beat the Raptors 94-92 on Sunday, their eighth victory in nine meetings with Toronto
Arc's five up, five down: After No. 11 Michigan State's 58-48 upset of No. 3 Ohio State, you'd be a fool to discount the Spartans' national title chances now.
Miami coach Al Golden says the worst is behind him, but his headaches figure to continue now that former booster Nevin Shapiro, now in jail, says his involvement with the Hurricanes program will result in stiff penalties.
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The United States completed a 5-0 rout of Switzerland in the Davis Cup on Sunday, with 19-year-old Ryan Harrison and John Isner winning closing singles matches.
Zambia has won the African Cup of Nations, beating pre-tournament favorite Ivory Coast 8-7 on penalties in a dramatic final at Stade de l'Amitie.
Tessa Worley of France fought off gusting winds to win a second consecutive World Cup giant slalom Sunday in the Andorran Pyrenees. Overall leader Lindsey Vonn was more than a second behind and finished eighth.
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The State Farm Bayou Classic is almost here, and a full slate of events is
scheduled beginning Nov. 27 in New Orleans. One of the most celebrated events in the country, the State Farm Bayou Classic commemorates historically black colleges and universities, academic achievement, tradition, sportsmanship, marching bands and friendly competition.
On Friday, Nov. 27 the weekend begins with the annual State Farm Bayou Classic community event, the KaBOOM! playground build. This year, the event will take place at the Mary D. Coghill School in New Orleans. KaBoom! is a national non-profit that envisions a great place to play within walking distance for every child in North America.
Also on Nov. 27 is the State Farm Bayou Classic Super Job and College Fair. The event is free of charge, and is designed for individuals actively seeking employment and for prospective students. Employers at the Super Job and College Fair will be looking for top-quality talent to fill positions within their companies. High school, college and non-traditional students will have the opportunity to discuss undergraduate and graduate programs with school admissions personnel.
Friday’s final event will be the Nerjyzed Entertainment Battle of the Bands and Greek Show at the New Orleans Superdome. Once again the event will showcase bands, fraternities and sororities from Southern University and Grambling State University in one of the fiercest competitions in the country.
Saturday, Nov. 28 will begin with the Fan Festival on the grounds of the Louisiana Superdome. Rain or shine, this interactive fan experience will take place from 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. The Fan Festival will feature live entertainment (to be announced), games, vendors and giveaways.
The culmination of the weekend, and the main event, is the State Farm Bayou Classic which kicks off at 2 p.m. ET on Nov. 28. In its 36th year, the matchup between Southern and Grambling is always one to remember and this year will be no different. Tickets for the State Farm Bayou Classic range from $15-$50. Tickets for the Nerjyzed Entertainment Battle of the Bands and Greek Step Show are $15 in advance and $20 at the door. All tickets can be purchased by calling Ticketmaster at 800-745-3000, online at www.ticketmaster.com or at the Southern University and Grambling State University Box Offices.
For additional information, current updates and hotel information please visit the website,
www.statefarmbayouclassic.com or contact The Bickerstaff Group at 202-363-2375 or
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Zambia has won the African Cup of Nations, beating pre-tournament favorite Ivory Coast 8-7 on penalties in a dramatic final at Stade de l'Amitie.
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