Football
Judge Bill Spicer refused this afternoon to set aside the $3.1 million verdict or order a new eminent domain trial on land owned by Joe Nemer.
The university probably will appeal, and that will likely result in a settlement. That's how these things usually work.
- New scholarship offers…
Michael Johnson, running back, Decatur, Ga.
Offers: Akron and Eastern Michigan
Height: 5-foot-10
Weight: 189
Speed: 4.48
Notes: Johnson would love to play for Florida, Georgia or Georgia Tech. However, he will weigh his options at midseason and decide then. A huge factor will be camaraderie with teammates.
Alan Bonner, wide receiver, Newnan, Ga.
Offers: Akron, Air Force and Alabama-Birmingham
Height: 5-10
Weight: 150
Speed: Not listed
Notes: UAB leads the race. Bonner caught 43 passes for 717 yards and 13 touchdowns as a junior last season.
Martin Hopkins, inside linebacker, Chicago
Offers: Akron, Ball State and Western Michigan
Height: 6-2
Weight: 234
Speed: Not listed
Notes: Hopkins visited UA's campus for a 7-on-7 tournament. He loved the facilities. The stadium plans excite him, too. Hopkins will not rush his decision, however.
Eric Page, cornerback, Holland, Ohio
Offers: Akron, Eastern Michigan, Miami (Ohio) and Toledo
Height: 5-10
Weight: 160
Speed: 4.5
Notes: What's up with all of these skinny short kids? I can't find any other information on Page.
