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Muffet's Squad drops in AP Poll despite two wins this week
A day after a 86-76 home win over Pitt, the 21-1 Irish dropped from 3rd to 4th in the Associated Press Poll.
Odds are out... Colts favored to win next year's Super Bowl
Indianapolis is a 7-1 favorite to take home the NFL championship, followed by the San Diego Chargers (8-1), New Orleans Saints (9-1) and the New England Patriots (10-1).
Harangody named Big East Player of the Week
Luke Harangody has been named the BIG EAST Player of the Week for the second time this season after averaging 28.0 points and 14.5 rebounds and leading Notre Dame to wins over Cincinnati (83-65) and USF (65-62) last week. This marks the sixth time that Harangody has earned the honor during his career.
Skylar named Big East Rookie of the Week for 4th time
For the fourth time this season and the third time in the past five weeks, Notre Dame freshman guard Skylar Diggins has been selected as the BIG EAST Conference Freshman of the Week,
A day after Super Bowl win, Saints bask in glory
Clearly exhausted from a late night of post-Super Bowl celebrations, Sean Payton leaned on a podium Monday morning, clutching the Vince Lombardi trophy in his right hand. "This thing lay in my bed next to me last night, rolled over it a couple times. I probably drooled on it. But man, there's nothing like it."
Indiana girls basketball sectional draws
Here are the sectional draws for the upcoming Indiana girls basketball tournament. The sectional finals are Saturday, February 13th.
Colts hope loss fuels another Super Bowl run
It's not what they expected, but now the Colts hope they they will be able to make another run next season and finish with a Super Bowl win this time.
Brees, Saints top Manning, Colts to win Super Bowl
The New Orleans Saints stymied Peyton Manning, then intercepted him to seal the Super Bowl, rallying to beat the Indianapolis Colts 31-17 Sunday night.
Notre Dame holds on to beat South Florida
Luke Harangody hit a pair of free throws with 4 seconds left to finish with 19 points and Tory Jackson scored nine of his 18 points in the final 5:40, driving inside repeatedly, to lead Notre Dame to a 65-62 victory over South Florida on Sunday.
IU alum Porter clinches victory for Saints
Tracy Porter's 74-yard touchdown on an interception of Peyton Manning gave the Saints an insurmountable two-touchdown lead late in the fourth quarter. In the NFC title game, his late interception of Brett Favre stalled Minnesota's potential game-winning drive.

Local Sports Headlines

Colts are 7-1 favorites to win 2011 Super Bowl
Manning and the Colts are favored to win next year's Super Bowl, according to odds released Monday by BetUS.com.
After all-night celebration, fans reflect on Saints' win
People who gathered in New Orleans in hopes of celebrating a Saints' Super Bowl victory have been enjoying coffee and beignets following their all-night party -- still decked out in Saints jerseys and team colors.
A day after Super Bowl win, Saints bask in glory
Clearly exhausted from a late night of post-Super Bowl celebrations, Sean Payton leaned on a podium Monday morning, clutching the Vince Lombardi trophy in his right hand. "This thing lay in my bed next to me last night, rolled over it a couple times. I probably drooled on it. But man, there's nothing like it."
Colts hope loss fuels another Super Bowl run
It's not what they expected, but now the Colts hope they they will be able to make another run next season and finish with a Super Bowl win this time.
Purdue alum Brees answers 'Who Dat?' with MVP performance
Drew Brees grew up in Texas, starred at Purdue and started playing for pay in faraway San Diego. But he made New Orleans his home and its cause uniquely his own.
IU alum Porter clinches victory for Saints
Tracy Porter's 74-yard touchdown on an interception of Peyton Manning gave the Saints an insurmountable two-touchdown lead late in the fourth quarter. In the NFC title game, his late interception of Brett Favre stalled Minnesota's potential game-winning drive.
Manning can't muster comeback
Peyton Manning spent the whole season building toward a Super Bowl crown, a win that certainly would put him among the greatest quarterbacks in NFL history. And then he threw it all away with an interception late in the 4th quarter.
Brees, Saints top Manning, Colts to win Super Bowl
The New Orleans Saints stymied Peyton Manning, then intercepted him to seal the Super Bowl, rallying to beat the Indianapolis Colts 31-17 Sunday night.
Louisiana teen sent home from school for wearing Colts jersey
A Louisiana high school student says he was sent home for wearing an Indianapolis Colts jersey after the principal encouraged students to wear jerseys supporting the New Orleans Saints in the Super Bowl.
Tigers invest $80 million in ace Justin Verlander
Ace Justin Verlander and the Tigers finalized an $80 million, five-year contract on Thursday, a deal that avoids a salary arbitration heading.

National Sports Headlines

Complete Notre Dame Signing Day Coverage: 23 players sign
Football season is still months away, but the Irish football team is welcoming its newest members on National Signing Day. Keep up with all the action with our live blog.
Another football commitment for ND
4-star athlete picks the Irish
Notre Dame lands three recruits
As National Signing Day approaches on Wednesday, Notre Dame football coach Brian Kelly has added three more commitments to the Class of 2010.
Irish lineman Stewart has personal connection to relief efforts in Haiti
On Saturday, Notre Dame student-athletes collected donations at the Irish men's basketball team to help those in need in Haiti. Among those collecting was Irish offensive lineman Chris Stewart. Stewart visited Haiti last March.
Brian Kelly introduces his coaching staff
Football staff is now complete. On Friday, they met with the media.
Michael Floyd cited for underage drinking after fight
Irish wide receiver Michael Floyd was cited for underage drinking on Jan. 8th in Minneapolis. Floyd was reportedly involved in a fight outside of a bar while he was home on winter break.
Brian Kelly finalizes ND coaching staff
Kerry Cooks will coach Notre Dame¹s outside linebackers, Tim Hinton will serve as running backs coach and Ed Warinner will coach the offensive line. Tony Alford has switched to wide receivers coach.
QB Rees leads Notre Dame early enrolles
Notre Dame has added a quarterback and four other players after being in danger of having no scholarship quarterbacks ready to go full speed for spring practice.
Kelly names ND football strength and conditioning staff
Paul Longo becomes Notre Dame¹s director of football strength and conditioning while Jacob Flint and Lorenzo Guess will serve as assistant directors of strength and conditioning.
Nate Montana returning to Notre Dame
With Jimmy Clausen off to the NFL and 2010 projected starter Dayne Crist still recovering from ACL surgery, Montana will help fill the void during spring practice.

Notre Dame Football Headlines

Round Ball Round Up: Warsaw, Riley stay on top
Friday night's Round Ball Round Up had some telling results. Next Thursday will likely determine the conference champion for both the NLC and the NIC.
Indiana girls basketball sectional draws
Here are the sectional draws for the upcoming Indiana girls basketball tournament. The sectional finals are Saturday, February 13th.
Mishawaka wins HS wrestling regional title
Mishawaka shuts out Wawasee in the regional semifinals and then does the same to Jimtown in the regional final.
The dream for Clay's Daniel Smith is official; he's off to Notre Dame
Daniel Smith grew up wanting to play football at Notre Dame, and even through a coaching change, none of that changed. On Wednesday, the Clay standout wide receiver made it official, signing his National Letter of Intent to play for the Fighting Irish in the fall.
Plymouth's Himes emotional as he signs with IU for football
With tears running down his face, Plymouth tight end LeNeil Himes thanked those in attendance as he officially signed his National Letter of Intent to play football at Indiana next year. The moment showed how special of day this can be.
National Signing Day: See where local athletes are headed
A complete look at where local athletes are headed for college.
St. Monica School coach recognized for outstanding service
Sunday morning, Coach Tony Violi received the Jean Ellen Brown Award from St. Monica School in Mishawaka.
Penn female wrestler almost makes history as Mishawaka wins sectional title
Penn junior Sarah Hildebrandt finished 2nd at 103 pounds. Hildebrandt was looking to become the first female to ever win a wrestling sectional title in Indiana.
Riley takes control of NIC on Round Ball Round Up
Here’s a look at local high school hoops scores and game highlights for Friday, January 29. It’s the Round Ball Round Up, presented by Comcast.
Penn girls win NIC hoops regular season title; Clay finishes 2nd
Penn claimed the regular season title with a 93-20 win over Riley. Clay beat St. Joe 68-33 to finish 2nd in conference play.