Gaels Ground Pilots, Stay Unbeaten In WCC Play

At Moraga, California:

Jordan Ford tied his career high on Saturday night with 20 points as the Saint Mary's Gaels (#16 and #18 in the Associated Press and USA Today/Coaches polls respectively; 21-2 overall, 10-0 in WCC play) remained unbeaten in conference play with their 72-55 home win over the Portland Pilots (8-15, 2-8), their school-record 16th consecutive victory.

Ducks Gain Revenge, Outlast Beavers In Civil War Roundball Clash

At Eugene, Oregon:

Elijah Brown scored 20 points on Saturday as the Oregon Ducks (14-7 overall, 4-4 in Pac-12 play) outlasted the visiting Oregon State Beavers (11-9, 3-5) 66-57 in the latest installment of the college basketball Civil War.

Hornets Sting Vikings On Road

At Portland, Oregon:

Jordan Tolbert scored a career-high 26 points on Saturday as the Sacramento State Hornets (6-15 overall, 3-5 in Big Sky play) upended the Portland State Vikings (13-8, 3-5) 71-61 on the road.

'52 Studebaker Commander

Here's a 1952 Studebaker Commander four-door sedan.

Madge!

Here's another glamour photo of 1930s screen actress Madge Evans.

Zags Ground Pilots In Portland

At Portland, Oregon:

Killian Tillie scored 27 points while Corey Kispert added 23 (to go with his ten rebounds) on Thursday night as the Gonzaga Bulldogs (#15 in both the Associated Press and USA Today/Coaches polls; 18-4 overall, 8-1 in WCC play) defeated the Portland Pilots (8-14, 2-7) 95-79 on the road.

It was the Zags' tenth straight win over the Pilots and 27th in 29 games against Portland under head coach Mark Few.

'55 Nash Rambler Cross-Country Station Wagon

Here's a 1955 Nash Rambler Cross-Country station wagon.

 

'55 Studebaker President Speedster

Here's a 1955 Studebaker President Speedster two-door hardtop .

 

Big Payoff For Claire!

Here's Claire Dodd in a scene from the 1935 Warner Brothers/First National film, "The Payoff."

 

More Claire!

Here's Claire Dodd in a promotional photo for the 1933 motion picture "Parachute Jumper."

 

Glamorous Claire!

Here's a glamour photo of 1930s and early 1940s screen actress Claire Dodd.

 

Mystifying Hedy

Here's Hedy Lamarr in a promotional photo for the 1944 motion picture "The Conspirators."

Madge!

Here's another glamour photo of former child actress-model -turned 1930s screen actress Madge Evans.

Connie!

Here's another glamour photo of screen legend Constance Bennett.

NFL Playoffs: It's Pats Vs. Eagles For The Marbles (And The Vince Lombardi Trophy)

Both of the National Football League's conference championship games were contested on Sunday.

AMERICAN FOOTBALL CONFERENCE:

At Foxborough, Massachusetts:

Despite a hand injury suffered this past week during practice, quarterback Tom Brady threw two fourth-quarter touchdown passes to Danny Amendola, the second of them from four yards out with 2:48 remaining, as the New England Patriots overcame a 10-point fourth-quarter deficit to upend the visiting Jacksonville Jaguars 24-20 in the AFC Championship Game to advance to their tenth Super Bowl, looking to tie the Pittsburgh Steelers' record for most Super Bowl titles (six). 



NATIONAL FOOTBALL CONFERENCE:

At Philadelphia:

Quarterback Nick Foles completed 26 of 33 passes for 352 yards and three touchdowns while defensive back Patrick Robinson ran back an intercepted pass 50 yards for another score as the Philadelphia Eagles captured their first NFC title and Super Bowl berth in 13 years with their 38-7 home fist-beating of the Minnesota Vikings.  The Eagles will play in their third Super Bowl, still looking for their first NFL title since 1960. 



The Patriots and Eagles will square off in Super Bowl LII, which will take place Sunday after next (February 4) at US Bank Stadium in Minneapolis at 3:30 PM Pacific Time (NBC). 

Ducks Hang On For Home Win Over UCLA

At Eugene, Oregon:

Payton Pritchard scored 25 points on Saturday night as the Oregon Ducks (13-7 overall, 3-4 in Pac-12 play) held off the visiting UCLA Bruins (13-7, 4-4) 94-91.

Kris Wilkes scored 21 points to lead the Bruins.

Pilots Hold Off LMU In LA

At Los Angeles:

Franklin Porter scored 16 points on Saturday night as the Portland Pilots (7-13 overall, 2-6 in WCC play) held off the Loyola Marymount Lions (6-13, 1-7) 72-65 on the road.

Wildcats Hold Off Visiting Vikings

At Ogden, Utah:

Ryan Richardson and Ricky Nelson (NOT that one) each scored 17 points on Saturday as the Weber State Wildcats (12-7 overall, 5-2 in Big Sky play), with six players (including all five starters) scoring in double figures, held off the visiting Portland State Vikings (13-7, 3-4) 84-79.

Deontae North scored 22 points to pace the Vikings while grabbing nine rebounds.

Trojans Down Beavers In Corvallis

At Corvallis, Oregon:

Elijah Stewart scored 18 points on Saturday as the Southern California Trojans (15-6 overall, 6-2 in Pac-12 play) upended the Oregon State Beavers (11-8, 3-4) 74-67 on the road, overcoming a 21-point, seven-rebound performance from the hosts' Tres Tinkle.

Dorothy Malone, Oscar-Winning Actress Who Later Starred In TV's Peyton Place, R.I.P.

Dorothy Malone, the Chicago-born actress who won an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress who later went on to star in the ABC Network's TV adaptation of Grace Metalious' novel  Peyton Place (1964-68), passed away on Friday at an assisted-living facility in Dallas at age 93.

Miss Malone won her Oscar for her portrayal of the incurably bad girl Marylee Hadley in the 1956 motion picture "Written on the Wind," starring alongside Rock Hudson, Lauren Bacall, and Robert Stack.

Starting in 1964, Dorothy portrayed the sexy-though-seemingly suppressed New England mother Constance McKenzie on the television series Peyton Place during that show's first four years.

Beavers Knock Off Bruins At Home

At Corvallis, Oregon:

Tres Tinkle scored 16 points on Thursday night as the Oregon State Beavers (11-7 overall, 3-3 in Pac-12 play), with all five starters scoring in double figures, defeated the visiting UCLA Bruins (13-6, 4-3) 69-63.

Aaron Holiday topped the Bruins with 22 points.

Pilots Upend Toreros In San Diego For First Conference Win

At San Diego:

Josh McSwiggan scored 15 points on Thursday night as the Portland Pilots (7-13 overall, 1-6 in WCC) picked up their first conference win of the season, 55-49 on the road over the San Diego Toreros (13-6, 4-3).

Isaiah Pineiro topped the Toreros with 26 points while grabbing 11 rebounds.  However, he was the only San Diego player to score in double figures.

Vikings Knock Off Bengals In Pocatello

At Pocatello, Idaho:

Ryan Edwards scored 19 points and grabbed 10 rebounds on Thursday as the Portland State Vikings (13-6 overall, 3-3 in Big Sky play) knocked off the Idaho State Bengals (8-9, 3-3) 87-83 on the road.

Deontae North topped the Vikings with 24 points.

Ducks Fall At Home To SoCal

At Eugene, Oregon:

Chemezie Metu and Bennie Boatwright each scored 18 points on Thursday night as the Southern California Trojans (14-6 overall, 5-2 in Pac-12 play) knocked off the Oregon Ducks (12-7, 2-4) 7-5-70 on the road.

Jordan McLaughlin scored the Trojans' last eight points including six successive free throws en route to an 11-point, nine-rebound, seven-assist night as USC snapped a 14-game losing skid to the Ducks.

Claire!

Here's a glamour photo of 1930s and early 1940s screen actress Claire Dodd.

 

More Madge!

Here's an autographed glamour photo of Madge Evans.

 

Madge

Here's a glamour photo of a swimsuit-clad 1930s screen actress Madge Evans.

 

'59 Studebaker Lark Hardtop

Here's a 1959 Studebaker Lark two-door hardtop.

'64 Studebaker Lark Daytona Ragtop

Here's a 1964 Studebaker Lark Daytona Convertible, the last ragtop built by the South Bend automaker.

A grand total of 703 were built.

NFL Playoffs: Jags, Vikes Advance To Respective Conference Title Games

The divisional round of the National Football League playoffs concluded on Sunday with two games.

AMERICAN FOOTBALL CONFERENCE:

At Pittsburgh:

Running back Leonard Fournette ran for 109 yards and three touchdowns while quarterback Blake Bortles threw for 214 yards and a critical fourth quarter score as the Jacksonville Jaguars held off the Pittsburgh Steelers 45-42 on the road in a high-scoring divisional-playoff affair.

The Jaguars will visit the New England Patriots in their first AFC Championship Game since after the 1999 season next Sunday at 12:05 PM Pacific Time (CBS).



NATIONAL FOOTBALL CONFERENCE:

At Minneapolis:

Case Keenum connected with Stefon Diggs on a game-winning 61-yard touchdown pass as time expired to lift the Minnesota Vikings to a 29-24 come-from-behind divisional playoff home victory over the New Orleans Saints.

The Vikings will visit the Philadelphia Eagles in next Sunday's NFC Championship Game (3:40 PM Pacific Time, FOX).

Michael Oguine's Big Game Lifts Griz Past Vikes in Portland

At Portland, Oregon:

Michael Oguine scored 24 of his career-high 39 points in the second half on Saturday as the Montana Grizziles (13-5 overall, 6-0 in Big Sky play) remained atop the Big Sky Conference standings following their 92-89 road win over the Portland State Vikings (12-6, 2-3).

Tigers' Win In Portland Keeps Pilots Winless In WCC Play

At Portland, Oregon:

Robert Gallinat scored 18 points on Saturday night as the Pacific Tigers (9-10 overall, 4-2 in WCC play) defeated the Portland Pilots (6-13, 0-6) 66-54 on the road.

Sun Devils Outlast Beavers In Tempe

At Tempe, Arizona:

Shannon Evans scored seven points during a 10-0 second-half run on Saturday as the Arizona State Sun Devils (#11 in both the Associated Press and USA Today/Coaches polls; 14-3 overall, 2-3 in Pac-12 play) overcame the visiting Oregon State Beavers (10-7, 2-3) 77-75, despite 21 points from the guests' Stephen Thompson, Jr.

Zona Holds Off Game Ducks

At Tucson, Arizona:

Allonzo Trier scored 25 points while Deandre Ayton added 24 on Saturday as the Arizona Wildcats (#17 in the Associated Press poll, #21 in the USA Today/Coaches rankings; 14-4 overall, 4-1 in Pac-12 play) outlasted the visiting Oregon Ducks (12-6, 2-3) 90-83.

Elijah Brown topped the Ducks with 25 points while MiKyle McIntosh computed an added 20 points.

NFL Playoffs: Eagles, Pats Win On Saturday, Will Host Respective Conference Title Games

The divisional round of the National Football League playoffs   commenced on Saturday with two games.

NATIONAL FOOTBALL CONFERENCE:

At Philadelphia:

Quarterback Nick Foles threw a touchdown pass while Jake Elliot kicked three field goals as the Philadelphia Eagles used a last-minute defensive goal-line stand to hold off the visiting Atlanta Falcons 15-10 to earn the right to host next Sunday's NFC Championship Game against the winner of this coming Sunday's New Orleans-Minnesota divisional playoff.



AMERICAN FOOTBALL CONFERENCE:

At Foxborough, Massachusetts:

Tom Brady threw for three touchdowns (becoming the first quarterback to throw for at least that many TDs in ten playoff games, breaking the record he shared with Hall of Famer Joe Montana) as the New England Patriots dominated the visiting Tennessee Titans 35-14 in their divisional playoff.  The Patriots will host the Jacksonville-Pittsburgh winner in next Sunday's AFC Championship Game. 

Keith Jackson, The Legendary Voice Of College Football, R.I.P.

Keith Jackson, Monday Night Football's original play-by-play man who went on to become television's iconic voice of college football, passed away on Friday at age 89.

Mr. Jackson, who began his broadcasting career at Washington State University in 1952, was the original play-by-play man for ABC's Monday Night Football NFL telecasts when the series debut in 1970, but was replaced as straight man to Howard Cosell and Don Meredith the following year by Frank Gifford, who came over from CBS.

But it would be as play-by-play for ABC's NCAA college football telecasts that Keith would indeed become a legend, calling contests over a span of roughly half a decade.

He will be best remembered for such phrases as "WHOA Nellie," Fum-BULL," and calling the Rose Bowl "The Grandaddy of Them All," amongst others.

 

The Best of Keith Jackson

Here's some of Keith Jackson's best calls.

Vikings Bop Bobcats At Home

At Portland, Oregon:

Deontae North scored 22 points while Michael Mayhew added 18 (by hitting six of nine three-point shots) on Thursday night  Portland State Vikings (12-5 overall, 2-2 in Big Sky play) overpowered the visiting Montana State Bobcats (11-7, 4-1) 93-74.

Ducks Knock Off Sun Devils In Desert

At Tempe, Arizona:

Payton Pritchard and Elijah Brown each scored 18 points as the Oregon Ducks (12-5 overall, 2-2 in Pac-12 play) knocked off the  Arizona State Sun Devils (#11 in both the AP and Coaches polls; 13-3, 1-3) 76-72 on Thursday.

Kodi Justice paced the Sun Devils (who have now dropped three out of four after winning their first 12 games) with 21 points.

Zags Way Too Much For Struggling Pilots

At Spokane, Washington:

Silas Melson converted seven three-pointers during the course of his career-high 23-point performance on Thursday as the Gonzaga Bulldogs (#15 AP, #14 Coaches; 15-3 overall, 5-0 in WCC play) demolished the visiting Portland Pilots (6-12, 0-5) 103-57.

Rui Hachimura contributed to the Zags' coffers with 20 points.

Zona Holds Off Beavers In Tucson

At Tuscon, Arizona:

Allonzo Trier scored 15 of his 21 points in the second half on Thursday as the Arizona Wildcats (#17 AP, #21 Coaches; 13-4 overall, 3-1 in Pac-12 play) held off the visiting Oregon State Beavers (10-6, 2-2) 62-53.

More Madeleine!

Here's another glamour photo of actress Madeleine Carroll.

 

Madeleine!

Here's a glamour photo of British-born screen actress Madeleine Carroll.

 

'50 Hudson Super Eight

Here's a 1950 Hudson Super Eight two-door coupe.

 

More Connie!

Here's another glamour photo of Constance Bennett.

 

Connie!

Here's a glamour photo of screen legend Constance Bennett.

 

OT TD LIFTS BAMA PAST DAWGS FOR FIFTH NATIONAL TITLE IN NINE YEARS; SIXTH NATIONAL TITLE FOR NICK SABAN (TIES HIM WITH BEAR FOR RECORD)

At Atlanta:

In Monday's College Football Playoff National Championship Game, quarterback Tua Tagovailoa threw 41 yards to fellow true freshman Devonta Smith for the game-winning touchdown in overtime as the Alabama Crimson Tide (13-1) overcame a 13-point halftime deficit to upend the Georgia Bulldogs (13-2) 26-20 to win their fifth national title in nine years.

Crimson Tide head coach Nick Saban has tied former Alabama head coach Paul "Bear" Bryant for most national titles in the poll era (which commenced in 1936) with six (five at 'Bama and one at LSU).

Chucky's Back

This will be Jon Gruden's second tour of duty as the Raiders' head coach.

"Chucky" replaces Jack Del Rio, who was canned last Sunday.

New Boss In Chicago

The Kansas City Chiefs' offensive coordinator was hired Monday to replace the deposed John Fox as Bears head coach.

NFL Playoffs: Jags, Saints Hold On For Home Wins To Advance

The opening round of the National Football League Playoffs concluded on Sunday with two games.

AMERICAN FOOTBALL CONFERENCE:

At Jacksonville, Florida:

Blake Bortles threw for a touchdown to Ben Koyack in the third quarter (and he ran for 88 yards to boot) as the Jacksonville Jaguars won their first home playoff game in 18 years by defeating the visiting Buffalo Bills 10-3.

This coming Saturday, the Tennessee Titans will visit the New England Patriots in an AFC divisional playoff (5:15 PM Pacific Time, CBS) while the Jaguars will visit the Pittsburgh Steelers in the other AFC divisional playoff next Sunday (10:05 AM Pacific Time, CBS).



NATIONAL FOOTBALL CONFERENCE:

At New Orleans:

Drew Brees threw for 376 yards and a pair of touchdowns as the New Orleans Saints held off the visiting Carolina Panthers 31-26 in an opening-round playoff contest that enabled the Saints to complete a three-game season-series sweep of the Panthers.

The Atlanta Falcons will visit the Philadelphia Eagles this coming Saturday in an NFC divisional playoff (1:35 PM Pacific Time, NBC) while the Minnesota Vikings will host the Saints next Sunday (1:40 PM Pacific Time, FOX).

Vikings Grab First Conference Win In Moscow (Idaho, That Is)

At Moscow, Idaho:

Holland Woods scored the game-winning putback in the final seconds while Deontae North notched 30 points on Saturday night as the Portland State Vikings (11-5 overall, 1-2 in Big Sky play) picked up their first conference victory of the season by knocking off the Idaho Vandals (10-6, 2-2) 73-72 on the road.

Victor Sanders paced the Vandals with 28 points.

Pilots Fall To Broncos To Stay Winless In WCC Play

At Santa Clara, California:

Henry Caruso came up with the game-saving steal in the final five seconds of the game on Saturday as the Santa Clara Broncos (6-10 overall, 3-1 in WCC play) held off the visiting Portland Pilots (6-11, 0-4) 70-68.

Matt Hauser matched a career high with 22 points to pace the Broncos.

NFL Playoffs: Titans, Falcons Knock Off Division Winners On Road As Opening Round Starts

The National Football League Playoffs commenced on Saturday with two opening-round games.

AMERICAN FOOTBALL CONFERENCE:

At Kansas City:

Quarterback Marcus Mariota threw for 205 yards and two touchdowns (including one to himself) as the Tennessee Titans erased an 18-point halftime deficit on the road and shocked the Kansas City Chiefs 22-21.

The former Heisman Trophy winner from Oregon threw the game-winning 22-yard TD pass to Eric Decker with just over six minutes remaining as the Titans garnered their first playoff victory since 2003.



NATIONAL FOOTBALL CONFERENCE:

At Los Angeles:

Quarterback Matt Ryan completed 21 of 30 passes for 218 yards and a touchdown while Matt Bryant kicked four field goals as the Atlanta Falcons knocked off the Los Angeles Rams 26-13 on the road for the right to pay a visit on the Philadelphia Eagles in a divisional playoff next Saturday.

Tres Tinkle Helps Beavers Top Ducks In Civil War Roundball Clash

At Corvallis, Oregon:

Tres Tinkle scored 19 points and grabbed 12 rebounds (while dishing out five assists) on Friday night as the Oregon State Beavers (10-5 overall, 2-1 in Pac-12 play) took control of the game in the second half en route to a 76-64 Civil War home victory over the Oregon Ducks (11-5, 2-1).

Timbers To Open Season On Road Against Galaxy

The Portland Timbers will open their 2018 Major League Soccer season at Carson, California against the Los Angeles Galaxy on Sunday, March 4 at 7:00 PM Pacific Time on Fox Sports One.

The Timbers' home opener will be on Sunday, April 14 against Minnesota United at 7:30 PM Pacific Time.

You can find Portland's complete regular-season schedule here.

Toreros Overcome Pilots In OT In Portland

At Portland, Oregon:

Isaiah Wright scored a career-high 30 points on Thursday as the San Diego Toreros (12-3 overall, 3-0 in WCC play) defeated the Portland Pilots (6-10, 0-3) 81-74 on the road in overtime.

Eagles Hold Off Vikings

At Cheney, Washington:

Bogdan Bliznyuk scored 28 points and grabbed 12 rebounds on Thursday night as the Eastern Washington Eagles (7-9 overall, 2-1 in Big Sky play) held off the visiting Portland State Vikings (10-5, 0-2) 81-74.

Deontae North scored 21 points to top the Vikings.

Johnny Football Headed To Ti-Cats?

Hamilton traded their starting quarterback to Saskatchewan on Wednesday, perhaps setting the stage for the Tiger-Cats to sign the ex-Cleveland Brown.


Call him Johnny three-down Football, eh?

'62 Rambler Ambassador

Here's a postcard featuring a 1962 Rambler Ambassador four-door sedan.

CFP Semifinal: Bama Avenges 2017 Title Game Defeat By Dominating Clemson In Sugar Bowl

At New Orleans:

Quarterback Jalen Hurts completed 16 of 24 passes for 120 yards and a pair of touchdowns as the fourth-seeded Alabama Crimson Tide (12-1) detrhoned the top-seeded and defending national champion Clemson Tigers (12-2) 24-6 in Monday's Sugar Bowl, which doubled as the second semifinal of the College Football Playoff, as Nick Saban's squad avenged their championship game defeat at the Tigers' hands from last January.

It will be an all-Southeastern Conference CFP National Championship Game when Alabama faces Georgia next Monday night at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta (coverage set to start on ESPN at 5:00 PM Pacific Standard Time).

CFP Semifinal: Dawgs Pull Off 2OT Rose Bowl Victory Over Sooner

At Pasadena, California:

In the opening semifinal of the College Football Playoff on Monday, running back Sony Michel ran 27 yards for the game-winning touchdown in overtime as the third-seeded Georgia Bulldogs (13-1) defeated the second-seeded Oklahoma Sooners (12-2) 54-48 in the first-ever Rose Bowl game to go into overtime.

The victory sent the Dawgs to next Monday's CFP National Championship Game in Atlanta.

Chick-fil-A Peach Bowl: CFU Holds Off Auburn To Complete Perfect Season

At Atlanta:

Quarterback McKenzie Milton threw for two touchdowns and ran for 116 yards and another score on Monday as the Central Florida Knights (#12 in the final CFP rankings; 13-0) completed a perfect season after their 34-27 Chick-fil-A Peach Bowl victory over the Auburn Tigers (#7 CFP; 10-4) in the swan song for UCF head coach Scott Frost, who will now take over as head football coach at Nebraska, his alma mater.

This contest was part of the New Year's Six series.

Citrus Bowl: Late Heroics Send Fighting Irish Past Bayou Bengals

At Orlando, Florida:

Miles Boykin made a one-handed catch and came away with the game-winning touchdown reception of 55 yards with 88 second remaining on Monday as the Notre Dame Fighting Irish (#14 in the final CFP rankings; 10-3) defeated the LSU Tigers (#17 CFP; 9-4) 21-17 in the Citrus Bowl.

Outback Bowl: Gamecocks Erase 16-Point Deficit, Overcome Wolverines In Tampa

At Tampa, Florida:

In Monday's Outback Bowl, quarterback Jake Bentley threw for 239 yards and a pair of touchdowns as the South Carolina Gamecocks (9-4) came back from down 16 points to upend the Michigan Wolverines (8-5) 26-19.

NFL Playoffs Set

The National Football League playoffs are set to open this coming Saturday with all scheduled kickoff times Pacific.

OPENING ROUND:

AMERICAN FOOTBALL CONFERENCE:

Saturday:

Tennessee Titans @ Kansas City Chiefs, 1:35 PM (ABC/ESPN)

Sunday:

Buffalo Bills @ Jacksonville Jaguars, 10:05 AM (CBS)

NATIONAL FOOTBALL CONFERENCE:

Saturday:

Atlanta Falcons @ Los Angeles Rams, 5:15 PM (NBC)

Sunday:

Carolina Panthers @ New Orleans Saints, 1:40 (FOX)



DIVISIONAL PLAYOFF ROUND:

NATIONAL  FOOTBALL CONFERENCE:

Saturday, January 13:

Lower-seeded opening-round winner @ Philadelphia Eagles, 1:35 PM (NBC)

Sunday, January 14:

Higher-seeded opening-round winner @ Minnesota Vikings, 1:40 PM (FOX)

AMERICAN FOOTBALL CONFERENCE:

Saturday, January 13:

Lower-seeded opening-round winner @ New England Patriots, 5:15 PM (CBS)

Sunday, Januray 14:

Lower-seeded opening-round winner @ Pittsburgh, Steelers, 10:05 AM (CBS)



CONFERENCE CHAMPIONSHIP GAMES:

Sunday, January 21:

AFC Championship:

Lower-seeded divisional playoff winner @ higher-seeded divisional playoff winner, 12:05 PM (CBS)

NFC Championship:

Lower-seeded divisional playoff winner @ higher-seeded divisional playoff winner, 3:40 PM (FOX)



SUPER BOWL LII:

To be contested between the two conference championship game winners on Sunday, February 4 on NBC