Releases in ‘College Sports’
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University of Iowa Football Program Named 2017 Disney Sports Spirit Award Winner
Football program lauded for its inspirational “Kinnick Wave’’ to patients at nearby children’s hospital LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (Nov. 20, 2017) – The 2017 Disney Sports Spirit Award will be presented to the University of Iowa this year. Disney Sports announced the selection on Nov. 20 and will present the award to the school during […]
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Matchups for 2017 AdvoCare Invitational at ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex Announced
ESPN Events has revealed the bracket for the 12th annual AdvoCare Invitational which will be played Nov. 23, 24 & 26 at HP Field House at ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex at Walt Disney World Resort. The bracket-format tournament features 12 games over three days. Teams will compete once per day, advancing with a […]
AdvoCare Invitational, College Sports, ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex, Uncategorized
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James Conner Accepts Disney Sports Spirit Award in Moving Ceremony at College Football Awards
Junior running back overcomes cancer to make “miracle’’ return to football and regain ACC rushing stardom LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (Dec. 9, 2016) — In a moving and emotional ceremony, University of Pittsburgh running back James Conner accepted the 2016 Disney Sports Spirit Award, an honor he received for returning to the field this season […]
College Sports, Disney Sports Spirit Award, The Home Depot College Football Awards Show
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Gonzaga Holds Off Iowa State 73-71 In Championship, Wins AdvoCare Invitational For Third Time
The Gonzaga Bulldogs held off a late rally from Iowa State, beating the Cyclones 73-71 and claiming the 2016 AdvoCare Invitational championship. No. 11 Gonzaga surged to a comfortable 18-point lead in the first half, but a furious 22-9 rally from Iowa State to open the second half kept things competitive until the final buzzer. The […]
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2016 AdvoCare Invitational Tips Off Thanksgiving Day at ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex
The 11th annual AdvoCare Invitational, a premier Division I men’s college basketball tournament begins on Thanksgiving Day (Nov. 24 and continues through Sunday, Nov. 27, from HP Field House at ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex at Walt Disney World Resort. This year, the field features three teams that advanced to the Sweet 16 in […]
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University of Pittsburgh Running Back James Conner Honored with 2016 Disney Sports Spirit Award
Junior running back overcomes cancer to make “miracle’’ return to football and regain ACC rushing stardom LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (Nov. 21, 2016) – University of Pittsburgh running back James Conner shook off the most formidable would-be tackler he’s ever encountered – cancer – and ran back into the college football spotlight this season, […]
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Puerto Rico Tip-Off Event Moving 2016 Tournament to ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex
The Puerto Rico Tip-Off – to be held Thursday, Nov. 17, Friday, Nov. 18 and Sunday, Nov. 20 – will move its site for the 2016 event to ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex at Walt Disney World Resort near Orlando, Fla. Previously held at the Coliseo Roberto Clemente in San Juan, Puerto Rico, the tournament has been […]
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AdvoCare Invitational Returns to Disney, Tickets On Sale Now
Tickets for the 2016 AdvoCare Invitational, a premier men’s college basketball tournament are officially on sale now. The AdvoCare Invitational begins Thursday, Nov. 24 and continues through Sunday, Nov. 27, from HP Field House at ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex at Walt Disney World Resort. This year, the field features three teams that advanced […]
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Michigan Football Team Visits Magic Kingdom Before Buffalo Wild Wings Citrus Bowl
In advance of their appearance in the 2016 Buffalo Wild Wings Citrus Bowl, the No. 14 Michigan Wolverines visited Magic Kingdom on Tuesday. The Michigan football team walked down Main Street, U.S.A. and experienced a thrilling ride on Big Thunder Mountain Railroad. First-time users of DisneySportsNews.com must create a username and password in order to […]
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North Carolina Tar Heels Visit Magic Kingdom at Walt Disney World Resort as Part of 2015 Russell Athletic Bowl Experiene
Video of Tar Heels’ Visit to Walt Disney World Resort Available on DisneySportsNews.com In advance of their appearance in the 2015 Russell Athletic Bowl against the No. 17 Baylor Bears, the No. 10 North Carolina Tar Heels spent Christmas Eve at the Magic Kingdom. The Tar Heels enjoyed attractions in the park, including a flight […]