Oklahoma Sooner Football Articles and NotesABC picks up OU-Texas and OU-Cincinnati broadcast: ABC announced today that it will televise this year's Oklahoma-Texas game from the Cotton Bowl in Dallas on Saturday, Oct. 11. The network has set the kickoff time for 11 a.m. ABC also announced that it will televise OU's home game with Cincinnati on Sept. 6. That game will begin at 2:30 p.m. The 2008 season will mark the 102nd renewal of the AT&T Red River Rivalry, which has been played continuously in Dallas since 1929. ABC has shown the last nine contests between the Sooners and Longhorns. Oklahoma and Cincinnati will be meeting for the first time. The game in Norman is the first in a two-game contract between the schools. The Sooners will return the game on Sept. 25, 2010, at Paul Brown Stadium, the home facility for the Cincinnati Bengals. (SoonerSports PR)
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Oklahoma Sooner Football Articles and NotesSkyline DB Steve Williams commits to Oklahoma: Skyline cornerback Steve Williams (5-10, 170) has given an oral commitment to Oklahoma. Williams said he was also considering Auburn and Miami. Oral commitments are nonbinding. The earliest a member of the class of 2009 can sign a football letter of intent is February 2009. (Dallas Morning News)
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Oklahoma Sooner Football Articles and NotesKeith Nichol transferring to Michigan State: Keith Nichol is going home. The former Oklahoma quarterback announced Tuesday that he is transferring to Michigan State, an hour's drive away from where he attended high school. "It feels really good; to be able to have my family and friends come to my games is going to be nice," Nichol said. "Coming back home is a dream come true." After sitting out next season, Nichol will have three years of eligibility remaining at Michigan State. In 2009, senior starter Brian Hoyer will be gone, leaving Nichol to battle a pair of redshirt freshmen in Kirk Cousins and Nick Foles to be the Spartans' starting quarterback. "We're excited about the future," said Gary Nichol, Keith's father. "And when the dust settles, we'll have nothing but good memories about OU." (The Oklahoman)Old School: Highlights From Oklahoma's 1950 National Championship: AOL FanHouseLabels: Keith Nichol, Oklahoma Sooners, Transfer
Oklahoma Sooner Football Articles and NotesVince Carter inspires others to lose the weight: When viewers turn on their television sets, the most popular shows seem to be reality-based. Shows like "American Idol" and "Dancing with The Stars" attract millions of fans. One of the popular reality shows to hit the small screen is "The Biggest Loser," where people compete in a weight loss contest. Former University of Oklahoma football player Vince Carter has decided to create his own version of the popular show in Norman. In conjunction with his personal training facility, Break Out, 905 N. Flood St., Carter has started The Break Out Couples Challenge. For six weeks, Carter will put married couples through personal training sessions to help them lose weight and create a healthy lifestyle. (More at the Norman Transcript)Labels: Former Sooner, Oklahoma Sooners
Oklahoma Sooner Football Articles and NotesNichol undecided on transfer school: [Keith] Nichol, a former Lowell star, MSU verbal commitment and Oklahoma quarterback, is still considering a number of schools less than two weeks after deciding to transfer from Oklahoma. His father, Gary Nichol, said Monday that the list consists of MSU, Michigan, Wisconsin, Purdue, Louisville, Cincinnati, Arizona State and New Mexico State.Keith's intent, Gary said, is to make a decision and enroll in time to fully take part in summer workouts. Every team's schedule is different, but in MSU's case, the timetable is less than two weeks."Wherever he ends up, he's gonna land on his feet," Gary Nichol said of his son, "and he's gonna have fun playing football again." Nichol and Oklahoma coach Bob Stoops split amicably on May 9 with "a hug and a handshake" and a Stoops offer to leave the door open if Keith decided to come back, Gary said. "A decision definitely hasn't been made yet," Gary Nichol said Monday. (Lansing State Journal)Eric Bassey Excited for Move: ST. Louis Rams.comLabels: Keith Nichol, Oklahoma Sooners
Oklahoma Sooner Football Articles and NotesJosh Jarboe HS coach defends player: Football coach Ray Bonner still can't believe what transpired March 6. Josh Jarboe, one of his favorite players, was arrested at Cedar Grove High School, accused of bringing a stolen gun to school. Now Jarboe faces two felony gun charges in DeKalb County, Ga., and the possibility of losing his football scholarship to Oklahoma. "I'm so frustrated right now because he is a really good kid," Bonner said. "To paint that kid as an outlaw, that's not right." "It happens so frequently in schools today that you don't have to be the person doing anything," Bonner said. "You can be around a person with a gun and it's like you have it." Said Avery, "Josh learned a valuable lesson. Be careful who you hang around." Sooner coach Bob Stoops has declined to comment on the case. But according to the OU Board of Regents policy, no student-athlete charged with a crime can participate on a Sooner athletic team while the charges are still pending. Still, Jarboe is finishing up the last two classes he needs for his high school degree online with hopes that he'll somehow make it to Norman. "He feels like he let his family down, his teammates down," Bonner said. "But he refuses to let any of this get the best of him. He's working on his classes and going to the gym. I know he's learned from this. "I just pray and hope it's done the right way. That they don't destroy a person just to destroy a person. Because Josh really is a great kid." (The Oklahoman)Bishop McGuinness' Ikard offered OU scholarship: Bishop McGuinness tight end Gabe Ikard received an offer from Oklahoma after Sooners assistant coach Kevin Wilson attended the Irish's intersquad scrimmage Friday. "It's very exciting," said Ikard, who has been a standout for the Irish on the football field and basketball court since his freshman year. "It's something I've wanted since I was a kid." A fan of the Sooners since childhood, Ikard said the offer meant a lot, but the senior-to-be will take his time and explore all his options before committing to a school. "I plan to take my visits then make a decision," Ikard said. "I'm not leaning (toward any school) right now." (The Oklahoman)
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Oklahoma Sooner Football Articles and Notes Former Sooner Tony Casiilas inducted into Oklahoma Sports Hall of Fame: Basketball great Marques Haynes had made three wishes, and all of them came true Wednesday at the state capitol. It happened when the 2008 Oklahoma Sports Hall of Fame class was introduced in the capitol's Blue Room. Two former state football stars, Oklahoma noseguard Tony Casillas and Tulsa wide receiver Drew Pearson, were added to the previously announced quartet of baseball pitcher Eddie Fisher, wrestling legend Jack Van Bebber and basketball coaches Bob Bass and Zip Gayles. Casillas, a two-time All-American at OU, and Fisher, one of baseball's best relief pitchers for 15 years, also attended Wednesday's press conference. "Being recognized as one of the greatest athletes in Oklahoma is something I never envisioned," said Casillas, a Tulsa native. "It's very humbling to be mentioned in the same breath with these individuals." (The Oklahoman)
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Oklahoma Sooner Football Articles and NotesGranger, Harris, English named to Nagurski watch list: Oklahoma football players Auston English, DeMarcus Granger and Nic Harris are among 88 players selected for the preseason Bronko Nagurski watch list for defensive player of the year. English, a junior defensive end from Canadian, Texas, led the Big 12 in quarterback sacks last season despite missing three games with a fractured ankle. Granger, a junior defensive tackle from Dallas, had 35 tackles last season, his first as a starter, and had 3.5 quarterback sacks in 13 games before a shoplifting arrest two days before the Fiesta Bowl got him suspended for the game. Harris, a senior safety from Alexandria, La., was All-Big 12 last season, when he had 74 tackles, 3.5 sacks, two interceptions and two forced fumbles. He is recovering from offseason knee surgery and missed all of spring practice. The Sooners have had two previous Nagurski winners: Roy Williams in 2001 and Derrick Strait in 2003. (Tulsa World)OU football notebook: The OklahomanKU lured Mangino from Sooners, but it took some work: Tulsa World BlogKeith Nichol's Plan Sounded Good at the Time: AOL FanhouseBig Twelve South: Spring Updates: College Football Fantasy InsiderLabels: Auston English, DeMarcus Granger, Nic Harris, Oklahoma Sooners, Watch List
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University of Oklahoma Board of Regents honor Bradford, Lofton and Robinson: Last Thursday, the OU Board of Regents approved a resolution honoring the Sooners for their accomplishments last season. Among the individual achievements noted in the resolution included: OU's fifth Big 12 title; the school's 30th 10-plus win season; Sam Bradford's setting of an NCAA freshman record for touchdown passes with 36; Curtis Lofton and Duke Robinson earning consensus All-America honors; and the school setting a school-record for attendance in 2007 by averaging 84,858 fans a game. Receiving the resolution were offensive coordinator Kevin Wilson and offensive lineman Sherrone Moore. The Regents also honored the men's and women's gymnastics teams. (The Oklahoman)OU fan Q&A: Kelly as a Redskin: The OklahomanU-M, MSU possibilities for Keith Nichol transfer: Detroit Free PressNichol's next move to be closely watched on many fronts: Grand Rapids PressLabels: Keith Nichol, Oklahoma Sooners, University of Oklahoma
Oklahoma Sooner Football Articles and NotesOklahoma ranked third in ESPN.com college football ranking: ESPN.com writer Mark Schlabach, ranks Oklahoma only behind Ohio State and Georgia in his 2008 preseason CFB ranking.3. Oklahoma Sooners
It's all about what's up front for the Sooners. Oklahoma has the country's top offensive line, led by Duke Robinson and Phil Loadholt, and one of the better defensive lines in the Big 12. With coach Bob Stoops switching to a no-huddle offense, the Sooners could be even more explosive than last season, when they led Division I-A with 80 touchdowns. Oklahoma doesn't have to play Missouri and gets Kansas and Texas Tech at home. The rest of his Top 10 & Big 124. USC Trojans5. Florida Gators6. Missouri Tigers7. Clemson Tigers8. Texas Longhorns9. West Virginia Mountaineers10. Auburn Tigers11. Texas Tech Red Raiders17. Kansas Jayhawks
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Oklahoma Sooner Football Articles and NotesOklahoma football coach Bob Stoops statement on Keith Nichol transfer: "We had a good conversation with Keith and certainly understand his desire to seek an opportunity in another program. He knows that we are supportive of him under any circumstance, whether it's here or at a different school. We want what's best for him. "Keith worked very hard while he was here and put forth all the effort our coaches could expect. He contributed to our program with his character and dedication. Keith leaves with our appreciation and best wishes and we will do what we can to make this an easy transition for him." (SoonerSports)Labels: Bob Stoops, Keith Nichol, Oklahoma Sooners
Oklahoma Sooner Football Articles and NotesBackup QB Keith Nichol to transfer after all: Keith Nichol's career at Oklahoma is over. Nichol, the former all-state quarterback at Lowell High School, announced Friday morning that he has left the University of Oklahoma after just one year. He completed his final exams this week and drove back to West Michigan on Friday. Nichol, a 6-foot-2, 204-pound signal caller, played in three games with the Sooners. He rushed for eight yards and completed his only pass in his debut against North Texas. He also saw action against Utah State and Tulsa. He finished his freshman season having completed 2 of 7 passes for a total of 15 yards. He rushed for 13 yards on three carries. "It was a really tough decision," Nichol said Friday morning. "I love OU and the people there, but you can't stay there for the people. I had to leave there for me. I look at it as a missed opportunity, but not everything works out the way you plan. "This has been on my mind for a while. When it came down to it, I couldn't go to practice if I was thinking about transferring. I had to make a decision and go with it." If he transfers to another Division I school, Nichol will have to sit out the 2008 season. He could practice with a team next season but would not be eligible to play Division I football until the 2009 season. He said Friday that he plans to take a long look at all of his options. "I am looking to transfer to a school with a good situation, one that fits my style. I am going to look for the best opportunity," Nichol said. "Maybe I cheated myself in the recruiting process the first time. "I didn't look at all of my options completely," he said. "Now I am trying to look at everything. Having been involved in big-time college football for a while now, I understand things better." Nichol, who was a marketing major at Oklahoma, was waiting until exams were finished and he returned home before contacting other college football programs. (Grand Rapids Press)
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Oklahoma Sooner Football Articles and NotesOklahoma football team above the national average in Academic Progress Rate: Three Big 12 programs and two teams at Texas State are losing scholarships after being hit Tuesday with NCAA penalties for poor academic performance. The Texas football team had an APR of 942, down from 944 a year ago but tied with Oklahoma for tops in the Big 12. Nationwide, the UT team ranked above average. The APR is designed to track student-athletes' progress toward graduation. A perfect score of 1,000 would mean that all team members are academically eligible. Students who lose eligibility count against a team, as do those who transfer in poor academic standing. Three Big 12 programs that scored below 880 -- Iowa State basketball (861), Texas Tech baseball (864) and Oklahoma State baseball (877) -- were not penalized. Oklahoma had three teams score below 915 -- baseball, men's basketball and golf -- but was not penalized in any sport. (Austin American Statesman)Big 12 Football APR: Baylor 938
Colorado 929
Iowa State 927
Kansas 919
Kansas St. 935
Missouri 939
Nebraska 941
Oklahoma 942
Oklahoma St. 935
Texas 942
Texas A&M 932
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Oklahoma Sooner Football Articles and NotesFormer Sooner Adrian Peterson holding youth camp in Norman: NFL Rookie of the Year and former OU great Adrian Peterson will hold the inaugural Old Spice Adrian Peterson Football Camp presented by AT&T this summer. The camp will be for children ages 7 to 14 on June 26-28 at the OU intramural fields. The camp, which will also be led by area high school coaches, will emphasize all-around basic fundamental skills of football, including passing, receiving, defense and teamwork. The cost of the camp is $199. For more information, call (513) 247-3032, or go to adrianpetersoncamp.com. (The Oklahoman)Labels: Adrian Peterson, Oklahoma Sooners
Oklahoma Sooner Football Articles and NotesOU-UW broadcast on ESPN nationally: The Sooners' September 13 matchup against the University of Washington will kickoff at 6:45 p.m. (CST) and will be televised nationally on ESPN.OU-Washington to be on ESPN: The OklahomanLabels: ESPN, Oklahoma Sooners, Television
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