Sarah Patterson
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Year at Alabama: 27th
Overall Record: 333-74-4/26 years
They lead a life that rarely, if ever slows down, but in their 27th year coaching the Alabama Gymnastics program, Sarah and David Patterson wouldn't have it any other way.
Last year alone, the Pattersons coached Alabama to its 22nd NCAA Championship appearance where the Crimson Tide finished tied for third and won three indi
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Bryan Raschilla
Now in his ninth season with the Crimson Tide, assistant coach Bryan Raschilla has helped coach Alabama to an NCAA Championship in 2002 and Southeastern Conference titles in 2000 and 2003.
David Patterson
Year at Alabama: 27th
Overall Record: 333-74-4/26 years
Sarah Patterson
Year at Alabama: 27th
Overall Record: 333-74-4/26 years
Monica Decker Veal
There is nothing quite so reassuring for members of the Alabama Gymnastics team as walking into the gym and seeing Monica Decker-Veal’s smiling face.
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11.23am, 7/23/08
Edwards overcomes flying fears to pilot App State
GREENVILLE, S.C. (AP) -For Appalachian State quarterback Armanti Edwards, the toughest part of beating Michigan last season wasn't maneuvering through the Wolverines' mammoth defensive line or overcoming more than 100,000 maize and blue-clad fans.It was the plane ride - the first of his life.
10.02am, 7/23/08
Edwards overcomes flying fears to pilot App State
GREENVILLE, S.C. (AP) -For Appalachian State quarterback Armanti Edwards, the toughest part of beating Michigan last season wasn't maneuvering through the Wolverines' mammoth defensive line or overcoming more than 100,000 maize and blue-clad fans.It was the plane ride - the first of his life.
7.59am, 7/23/08
Norm Stewart recovering from heart surgery
COLUMBIA, Mo. (AP) -Former Missouri basketball coach Norm Stewart is recovering from open-heart surgery.University officials said the 73-year-old Stewart had an aortic valve replacement on Friday. He is recuperating at Boone Hospital Center and is expected to be released later this week.
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6.08pm, 7/23/08
Near retirement, Rod Smith to hold news conference
Broncos receiver Rod Smith is planning to hold a news conference Thursday amid published reports that he will retire.Smith's agent, Jack Mills, confirmed the event but declined to give details.Team spokesman Jim Saccomano said he wasn't aware of the press conference.
6.03pm, 7/23/08
Zobrist drives in 2 before demotion, Rays beat A's
Ben Zobrist had a feeling he was playing in his last game before being sent to the minors. With that being the case, the Tampa Bay shortstop departed in grand fashion.Zobrist homered and drove in two runs to support a strong outing by James Shields, and the AL East-leading Rays beat the Oakland Athletics 4-3 on Wednesday.
5.59pm, 7/23/08
Angels outslug Indians 14-11 with 19-hit attack
Jeff Mathis had four hits with a career-high six RBIs, including his first grand slam in the majors, and Casey Kotchman had a career-best five hits for the Los Angeles Angels in a 14-11 victory over the Cleveland Indians on Wednesday.
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