Eighteen slots still up for grabs in POWERade Series' Countdown to One

Twenty-two drivers have clinched spots in the NHRA's coveted Countdown to One playoffs. That means only 18 slots remain as the POWERade Series turns to Reading, Pa., writes Bill Stephens.

Hight steps up for John Force Racing during eliminations

Robert Hight may have given John Force Racing a big boost. Tony Schumacher pulled off what few before him have while Dave Connolly and Matt Guidera made the closing round of the Western Swing pay off big, writes Bill Stephens.

Breaking down the WAC

Take a look at what questions were answered this spring and what problems linger heading into the fall.

Keep an eye on Schumacher, Ashley Force at Southern Nationals

The top story lines at this week's Southern Nationals? Just look at the standings: Points leaders Tony Schumacher and Ashley Force will have their hands full, writes Bill Stephens.

No. 16 Hawaii stays perfect behind Kelly's 45-yard field goal

Dan Kelly kicked a 45-yard field goal with 11.7 seconds left to keep No. 13 Hawaii undefeated with a 28-26 victory over Nevada on Friday night.

...of the Northwestern Wildcats looses the ball as he is hit by Joshua Mauga #30 and Matt Hines #57 of the Nevada Wolf Pack on September 8, 2007 at Ryan Field at Northwestern University...

Blue Ribbon Yearbook Conference Predictions

Blue Ribbon makes its 2007 predictions for every conference winner as well as All-Conference teams and players of the year.

Breaking down the WAC

Take a look at what WAC questions were answered this spring and what problems linger heading into the fall.

Title pictures stay muddled after Maple Grove

Maple Grove did little to clarify the title pictures in Top Fuel, Funny Car and Pro Stock Motorcycle, and that's what made it so great, writes Bill Stephens.

Nevada trips Northwestern for first win ever vs. Big Ten

Joe Garcia returned his second interception of the game 24 yards for a touchdown with 2:14 left to help Nevada hold off Northwestern 31-21 on Friday night for its first victory ever over a Big Ten school.

Scelzi keeping close tabs on closest competitors

Funny Car points leader Gary Scelzi led qualifying for the Toyo Tires NHRA Nationals at Maple Grove Raceway on Saturday.

Hines family keeps adding to rich PSB legacy

Andrew Hines' record run in Sonoma was just the latest in a series of milestones for the vaunted Hines & Vance PSB operation.

Top 10 riders all have a shot

Without the presence of a clear-cut favorite, the Pro Stock Bike title chase will be a fight all the way to the finish.

Two classes could be decided

Tony Schumacher and John Force each could win category championships in Reading.

Harleys unhappy with in-season change

Andrew Hines went from the man to beat in Pro Stock Bike to the man scratching his head at Gateway.