Iowa Inks Four Recruits in Men's Basketball Nov 12, 2009
45 GPA. He played on the same AAU team (Rising Stars) as Hawkeye freshman. Ben is highly competitive, said Lickliter. (HoosierInsider.com)
Sullivan Signs Two Illinois Natives to Letters of Intent Nov 12, 2009
" Meet the Newest Illini: ALEX BOOKER Outfield Gurnee, Ill./Warren Township High School High School Coach: Carri McGahan Travel Team: Lake County Liberty Travel Coach: Don Moretti Notes: All-North Suburban conference from 2007-09 for Warren Township High School ... News-Sun All-Lake County first team in 2008 and 2009 ... Daily Herald All-Area from 2007-09 ... Lake County Journals All-Area in 2007 and 2008 ... Plays travel ball for the Lake County Liberty, with a career batting average of .450 in... (Fightingillini.com)
KBA approves $4M in financing Nov 11, 2009
As we attract eminent scholars and rising stars, collaborate with other nationally renowned research institutions, and bring significant research grants to Kansas, we are addressing national bioscience challenges and building the Kansas innovation economy, KBA President Tom Thornton said in the release. That s great news for people facing down diseases such as cancer, and it will bring cutting-edge treatments to Kansans closer to home. (Wichita Business Journal, KS)
2010 Renewal at Sea Christian Cruis... Nov 11, 2009
Margaret is one the rising stars of the late 80's Christian music movement. Sparrow Records signed both an up and coming and Margaret Becker to their first contracts in 1987. (Suite101.com)
Marlins' Petersen productive in Mesa Nov 11, 2009
The AFL season, complete with an appearance in last Saturday's Rising Stars Showcase, is capping off a big year for Petersen. The 2007 fourth-rounder hit. (MLB.com -- Florida Marlins)
3 Bucs In AFL: Rising Stars Game Nov 10, 2009
The Pirates had three players participate in the Arizona Fall League Rising Stars game on Saturday ... Minor, one of five first-round picks in June's First-Year Player Draft and among the total of 18 first-rounders on the Rising Stars rosters, allowed seven hits and one unearned run among the seven he allowed in two-thirds of an inning. (Los Angeles, TheInsiders.com)
Newton People Nov 10, 2009
Mandell, Matzkin named Super Lawyers Rising Stars. Newton residents and Mintz Levin attorneys Bethany Mandell and Andrew Matzkin have been selected as 2009 Massachusetts Rising Stars ... Massachusetts Rising Stars are selected by attorneys who were previously selected as Super Lawyers in 2008 by Law & Politics. (Newton Tab, MA)
Make or break time for Fairuzizuan-Zakry at HK Open Nov 10, 2009
Fairuzizuan-Zakry lost 21-14, 17-21, 19-21 to Danish rising stars Kasper Henriksen-Anders Kristiansen in the second round of the Denmark Open last month. Their campaign in the French Open the following week ended with a tame quarter-final defeat by Olympic champions Markis Kido-Hendra Setiawan of Indonesia. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
Braves' prospect Minor motivated Nov 10, 2009
" Wren said that two days before the fall league Rising Stars game Saturday, where Minor gave up seven runs (six earned) and seven hits while recording just two outs in the first inning. Three hits were broken-bat jobs, but he also gave up a three-run homer to center field by Diamondbacks prospect Brandon Allen, who hit four homers in 32 major league games last season. Minor said last week that one thing he's learned in Arizona is that he can't get away with many mistakes over the plate to the... (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Astros put an end to Castro's season Nov 9, 2009
Castro was the starting catcher for the West team in Saturday night's Rising Stars Game, a showcase of the top players in the AFL that was broadcast on MLB Network and simulcast on MLB.com. "After talking to the staff and spending the week in Arizona, we feel it's time for Jason to rest and focus on the 2010 season," Astros assistant general manager and director of player development Ricky Bennett said in a statement. (MLB.com -- Houston Astros)
Prospects watch Tide roll over LSU Nov 9, 2009
Check inside for visitor reaction from elite rising stars such as Lincoln (Fla. athlete Javorius Allen as well as several committed prospects. (Alabama Sports -- Rivals.com)
Making waves overseas Nov 8, 2009
Dantes, 29, and Rivera, 25, are rising stars in their countrys entertainment industry. Both gained prominence after playing the lead roles in the 2007 Filipino remake of the Mexican telenovela MariMar, a story on the love between an impoverished woman and a rich man. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Minor's rough start uncharacteristic Nov 8, 2009
Prospect hit hard in Rising Stars game but has bright future ... Minor, the left-hander taken by the Atlanta Braves with the seventh pick in June's First-Year Player Draft, started for the West in Saturday night's Rising Stars Game of the Arizona Fall League ... But Minor definitely did not follow in the Rising Stars footsteps of Hanson -- who had started this game last year, and pitched three hitless innings with seven strikeouts. (MLB.com -- Atlanta Braves)
Wren: No Chapman meeting planned Nov 8, 2009
Prospect hit hard in Rising Stars game but has bright future. Deal with Hudson won't be complete until after MRI exam. (MLB.com -- Atlanta Braves)
Strasburg to miss fall start Nov 7, 2009
WASHINGTON -- The say No. 1 overall draft pick Stephen Strasburg has a strained neck muscle and is being scratched from his scheduled start in the Arizona Fall League Rising Stars game. The team says the right-hander is being held out of Saturday's game for precautionary reasons. (ESPN -- Baseball)
Video: Baxter Does It All Nov 7, 2009
Dillon Baxter Highlights 3 - Rivals. Dillon Baxter Highlights 3. (USC Sports -- Rivals.com)
Wells keeps rolling in Fall League Nov 7, 2009
"[Next] year, I'll go into big league camp with a little more confidence, a little more comfortable and relaxed and battle for a spot out there, if it's possible," said Wells, who will play in Saturday's Rising Stars Showcase. The 24-year-old Towson University product delivered an RBI double and scored to cap the Javelinas' three-run first inning. (MLB.com -- Detroit Tigers)
Rising stars vie for award Nov 7, 2009
Now in its third year, the Martell Rising Personalities Awards 2009 features 10 rising stars from various fields, one of whom would be named the winner of the Martell Rising Personality Award. Potential for greater success: The 10 personalities who have been selected for the Martell Rising Personalities Awards 2009 are (standing, from left) Teresa Thian, Nick Chia, Chelsia Ng, Douglas Lim, Will Quah, Nychole Leong, Chin Yew, Tan Sze Yoong, (seated, left) Chow Hon Lam and Cecilia Yong. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Braves' prospect to start in Rising Stars game Nov 7, 2009
Left-handed pitcher Mike Minor, the Braves' first-round draft choice in 2009 out of Vanderbilt, is scheduled to start Saturday night in the Arizona Fall League's Rising Stars Game. First pitch is set for 8:15 p.m., and the game is to be shown on the MLB Network. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
It's not all Jay-Z this weekend in music Nov 6, 2009
The band released its self-titled debut album earlier this year and have been pegged as rising stars. They're playing at Audie's Olympic, 1426 N. Van Ness Ave., at 8 p.m. Sunday. (Fresno Bee)
Cashner makes his own breaks Nov 6, 2009
He is expected to pitch in Saturday's Rising Stars Showcase. "I'm really working on throwing my changeup for strikes and throwing my fastball on both sides of the plate," Cashner said. (MLB.com -- Chi Cubs Cubs)
United States Claims #1 Spot For First Time as World's Top Country Brand Nov 6, 2009
- Canada Holds on to Second Spot and Australia Slips to Number Three - - Global Study Expanded to Cover Regional Rankings Including Asia Pacific, Sub-Sahara Africa and the Americas. This category remains one with tremendous potential not only for tourism but investment, trade and policy. (Canada Newswire)
Talking Heads, Parties, and Gifts! 11.03.2009 Nov 5, 2009
Brian and David were just featured in an and they can also be found in the November issue of , as being among the next generation of Design's Rising Stars. Leaf showers, a nip in the air, the promise of hot cocoa to stave off the chill and drizzle of the outdoors. (AbsoluteArts.com)
Weeks Putting Together A Fast Finish To '09 Nov 5, 2009
Recently named to the Arizona Fall Leagues Rising Stars Showcase, Weeks is playing well against elite competition. We caught-up with Weeks to get his thoughts on the league, his 2009 season, working with a legend. (Kansas City, TheInsiders.com)
Former `Cane Kyle Bellamy Joins the Arizona Fall League Nov 5, 2009
The Rising Stars game is slated for Nov. 7, with the league championship game set for Nov. 21. While at UM, Bellamy played alongside Maine in 2007 and Alonso and Weeks in 2007 and 2008. (Hurricanesports.com)
Of royalty, rogues and rollicking good times Nov 5, 2009
"Peter brings great sensibility to the two Stravinsky works and I love how beautiful, big and humane he makes them,'' Hume says. ''They are not confined to a proscenium arch and we are fortunate to have one of the rising stars of conducting in America, Joana Carneiro, making her Australian debut. Symphony of Psalms offers a process of redemption after the violence of Oedipus Rex.". The double bill will harness the Sydney Symphony, the Sydney Philharmonia choirs and American soloists Rodrick... (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Inbox: What does the future hold for Ackley? Nov 5, 2009
He was recently selected to the West Rising Stars roster for Saturday night's game in Surprise, Ariz. He went into Wednesday batting. (MLB.com -- Seattle Mariners)
Storybook ending? Nov 4, 2009
If you haven't had the chance to catch pitching phenom Stephen Strasburg during the Arizona Fall League, he will be starting for the East Division in Saturday Night's Rising Stars Game at Surprise Stadium. Strasburg, who received a record contract after the Washington Nationals made him the No. 1 overall pick in the draft, hit 100 mph on four of his first five pitches in his most-recent start. (AZCentral -- Sports)
Reynolds, Johnston in Rising Stars game Nov 4, 2009
DENVER -- Left-hander Matt Reynolds and right-hander Andrew Johnston, two of the Rockies' top relief pitching prospects, will be highlighted in the Arizona Fall League Rising Stars Showcase on Saturday in Surprise, Ariz. Reynolds, 25, went a combined 6-5 with a 2. (MLB.com -- Colorado Rockies)
More of this story Nov 4, 2009
The once youth magician prodigy is today one of the fastest rising stars in the industry, with his mind set on changing the world's perception of magic. Reza is intriguing, engaging and captivating. (Tyndall Tribune & Register, SD)
Snyder ready for the big stage in 2010 Nov 4, 2009
Snyder was recently named to Saturday's AFL Rising Stars Game, joining hitting coach Moe Hill and right-hander Brandon Erbe on the East Division team. Orioles director of player development David Stockstill said recently that Snyder doesn't project to be a big home run hitter in the big leagues, "but I believe he'll be a big RBI producer," he added. (MLB.com -- Baltimore Orioles)
Descalso, Jones to AFL Rising Stars Showcase Nov 4, 2009
Cardinals prospects and have been selected to the West Division roster for the Arizona Fall Leagues all-star game, called the Rising Stars Showcase ... The Rising Stars rosters have always seemed to be selected on potential as much as play in the AFL, which is less than three weeks into its schedule ... I will be in attendance at the Rising Stars Showcase on Saturday night and the game will be televised on MLB Network. (St. Louis, TheInsiders.com)
Davis named to Rising Stars Game Nov 4, 2009
Davis named to AFL's Rising Stars Game ... Davis has been selected to participate in the 2009 Arizona Fall League Rising Stars Game on Saturday in Surprise, Ariz. (MLB.com -- NY Mets Mets)
Fall Leagues in full swing, rumor mills about to be Nov 4, 2009
Supposedly he s going to start Sat at the Rising Stars Showcase, but I can t make that one. So how do I know the next start date. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Rising Stars kids don't play at competing Nov 4, 2009
The performers of Rising Stars Theater have a two-word rebuttal to the complaint "There's nothing to do in Titusville" -- Get involved ... Rising Stars Theater is a youth theater program offered through the Titusville Playhouse ... Comprised of seventh- through 12th-grade students, Rising Stars have the opportunity to learn the ins and outs of stage acting, perform, and attend theater workshops throughout the school year. (Florida Today)
Mariners trio tabbed AFL Rising Stars Nov 3, 2009
Right-handed relievers Phillippe Aumont and Josh Fields and outfielder Dustin Ackley will represent the Mariners in the Arizona Fall League's Rising Stars Game on Saturday night at Surprise Stadium ... "We are proud to showcase some of the top prospects in baseball to a national viewing audience for the first time in the Rising Stars Game on Saturday night," Cobb said ... Following Saturday's Rising Stars Game, the regular season resumes on Monday and continues through Nov. 19. (MLB.com -- Seattle Mariners)
The 2009 class of Rising Stars chefs and sommeliers strut their stuff Nov 2, 2009
Graduating scrumptious cum laude, the 2009 class of Rising Stars will be honored by magazine tomorrow at the Rising Stars Revue. Up-and-coming chefs, sommeliers, and mixologists include Toro s Jamie Bissonnette, Clio s Andres Grundy, Aura s Rachel Klein, and Oleana s Theresa Paopao. (Boston Globe)
VIDEO INTERVIEW: 2011 Elite DL Jalen Grimble Nov 1, 2009
By Senior Recruiting EditorDate: Oct 27, 2009 Utah was the first school to offer Bishop Gorman star defensive end a scholarship and his outstanding performance at USC's Rising Stars Camp earned him an offer from the Trojans. Since then, he has received numerous offers from many of the top football programs in the country, because of his impressive play on the field this season. (RebelReport.com)
VIDEO INTERVIEW: 2011 Elite DL Jalen Grimble Nov 1, 2009
By Senior Recruiting EditorDate: Oct 27, 2009 Utah was the first school to offer Bishop Gorman star defensive end a scholarship and his outstanding performance at USC's Rising Stars Camp earned him an offer from the Trojans. Since then, he has received numerous offers from many of the top football programs in the country, because of his impressive play on the field this season. (CollegeInsiders.com)
AFL strikeouts to benefit Niekro Foundation Nov 1, 2009
On Saturday, Nov. 7, Natalie Niekro will be at the Rising Stars Showcase on national TV (the game will be broadcast by the MLB Network), accepting the check from the week of strikeouts. That day just happens to be Joe Niekro's birthday. (MLB.com -- Detroit Tigers)
GAC Hits High Notes In Key Demos Nov 1, 2009
The network supplements its music-video programming with biography specials and series including Backstory, a behind-the-scenes look at top country artists such as Trace Adkins and Blake Shelton; and Introducing, which profiles rising stars such as Lady Antebellum, Luke Bryan and The Zac Brown Band. Unlike other music-oriented networks that have moved toward airing more reality series, Trahern said GAC's insistence on sticking to its knitting with music videos has secured a loyal viewership... (Multichannel News)
2009 VIDEO HIGHLIGHTS: Jalen Grimble Oct 31, 2009
By Senior Recruiting EditorDate: Oct 26, 2009 Jalen Grimble attended the USC Rising Stars Camp at the end of June and his performance earned him a USC scholarship offer. Many believe he was offered because USC wants to keep his cousin, Xavier Grimble committed to USC, but anyone who knows how Pete Carroll evaluates talent and understands he doesn't offer a kid to get another, knows Jalen Grimble earned his scholarship based on his talent. (The Insiders -- Nevada Prep)
Phelps to lead US team in the Duel in the Pool Oct 30, 2009
Other Americans on the squad include Olympic medallists Katie Hoff, Peter Vanderkaaym, Matt Grevers and Margaret Hoelzer plus rising stars such as Tyler Clary and Dagny Knutson who are being tipped to make waves at the 2012 London Olympics. AFP. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
My biggest mistake: Not signing Alicia Keys Oct 29, 2009
The folks on Fortune's 40 under 40 list may be rising stars, but they're not perfect. Here are the decisions they most regret in their careers. (CNN -- Money)
Neuroscience: Shooting pain Oct 29, 2009
Widely seen as one of the field s rising stars, Mackey is part of a movement to upend the way scientists look at pain, drawing the focus away from the nerves that sense it, towards the brain that processes it. His primary tool is functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI), which can create images of the brain responding as the body is hurting. (Scientific American)
Hackett Is Back...At the Sahara in Las Vegas! 'Sandy Hackett's Rat Pack Show' Set to Open Mid-November, Carrying on the Legacy of His Father, Legendary Comedian Buddy Hackett and His Friends, Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, Sammy Davis, Jr. and Oct 29, 2009
For 12 years, he produced and hosted Sandy Hacketts Talent Showcase in the hotels Casbar lounge, which spotlighted numerous rising stars over the years, including Howie Mandel, Andrew Dice Clay, Jenny Jones, Tony DAndrea, The Unknown Comic, and Gary Mule Deer. The body of work left behind by these wonderful entertainers is extraordinary and continues to fascinate millions of people all these many years later, Sandy adds. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Young, powerful - and they're hiring! Oct 28, 2009
These rising stars from Fortune's 40 under 40 list have great jobs to fill. What are they looking for and how can you impress them. (CNN -- Money)
Sweet success for Jiho Kim Oct 28, 2009
He and other Rising Stars will be honored at a reception at the State Room, 60 State St., on Nov. 3. For tickets, visit. (Boston Globe)
Guy Cosentino: Time for a third county judge Oct 28, 2009
During the Pataki administration the process was moving forward when it, like other new judgeships, were frozen (the administration wanted a statewide review of what was needed) especially since some GOP rising stars were going to the bench rather than seeking Assembly seats, where the GOP needed them to bolster their minority status). The result is that the effort stalled. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Paramount Digital Entertainment's Supernatural Series Circle of Eight to Premiere Exclusively on MySpace on October 27 Oct 27, 2009
A Milchan/Van Eyssen production, Circle of Eight, stars DJ Qualls (Road Trip, All About Steve) and rising stars Austin Highsmith and Ryan Doom. Milchan/Van Eyssen is the collaboration between producer Alexandra Milchan (Righteous Kill, Street Kings) and director David Van Eyssen (BMW Film Series The Hire). (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Hoyer emerges as leader for Padres GM Oct 25, 2009
The Official Site of the Boston Red Sox. Red Sox assistant paces the pack for San Diego job. (MLB.com -- Boston Red Sox)
40 hottest young rising stars Oct 25, 2009
Meet business's hottest young rising stars. They're innovators, value creators, and agents of change. (CNN -- US)
Video: Jackson Jeffcoat gets after it Oct 25, 2009
Jackson Jeffcoat Highlights 4 - Rivals. Jackson Jeffcoat Highlights 4. (Houston Sports -- Rivals.com)
40 business stars under 40 Oct 24, 2009
40 under 40 Business's hottest rising stars FORTUNE on CNNMoney ... The folks on our list may be rising stars, but they're not perfect. (CNN -- Tech)
Many Bailed Out Execs Flee Before Pay Cuts Oct 24, 2009
On Wall Street, reaction to Feinberg's ruling was swift, with some executives arguing that it will further handicap the most troubled firms by driving away top employees while making companies unwilling to promote rising stars for fear of bringing them to Feinberg's attention. But Nomi Prins, a former Goldman Sachs employee, said Feinberg's rulings are unlikely to change the culture of bonuses on Wall Street. (CBS News -- US)
Shuttlers Koo-Tan in quarter-finals of Denmark Open Oct 24, 2009
Fourth seeds Fairuzizuan-Zakrys late fightback counted for nought when they lost 21-14, 17-21, 19-21 to Denmarks rising stars Kasper Henriksen-Anders Kristiansen. Kien Keat-Boon Heong will take on Denmarks top pair of Lars Paaske-Jonas Rasmussen in a quarter-final match that is set to go down to the wire. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
Australian Masters keeps European status Oct 23, 2009
The Masters already boasted the world's best player as well as the cream of Australian talent in golfers including Geoff Ogilvy, defending champion Rod Pampling, Stuart Appleby and rising stars Marc Leishman and Michael Sim. However, European tour status provides international golfers with more incentive to enter, as the tournament takes place a week before the culmination of the season-long Race to Dubai. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Teamwork takes center-stage at GCN Awards Gala Oct 23, 2009
(Dorris and Davis also each took a moment to acknowledge the Rising Stars: Dorris because they represent the next generation of government IT leaders and Davis, in jest, because, Im a shooting star. . (FCW.com)
Blindside hit Oct 23, 2009
Edsall is one of the rising stars among college coaches. This week he did what a good coach and good person does in the wake of a tragedy. (Boston Globe)
STG: Getting Physical With Liberty's Young Rising Stars Oct 23, 2009
STG: Getting Physical With Liberty's Young Rising Stars ... STG: Getting Physical With Liberty's Young Rising Stars. (San Diego State Sports -- Rivals.com)
UFC 104: Machida vs. Shogun Live Online Oct 22, 2009
Also waging war at STAPLES Center in Los Angeles on the UFC 104: Machida vs Shogun card, which is presented by TapouT, will be a clash between two of the heavyweight divisions top rising stars, unbeaten Cain Velasquez and UFC newcomer Big Ben Rothwell. Its been two years since the UFC was in Southern California and we knew we had to bring something special for our return to the capital of mixed martial arts, said UFC President Dana White. (Multichannel News)
Dodgers' nucleus will be back in 2010 Oct 22, 2009
And many of those players are entering their primes, forming an exciting core of rising stars such as Ethier and Matt Kemp. "The nucleus is still young," Colletti said. (MLB.com -- Los Angeles Dodgers)
Another Division Game Lies Around the Bend Oct 21, 2009
" Harry How/Getty Complementing Gates on the outside is Jackson, who continues to emerge as one of the NFL's rising stars. Between them, Gates and Jackson were averaging 180.5 receiving yards per game heading into Monday night's game against the Broncos. That topped more than eight other teams' entire per-game passing production. "I think they work well together," coach Norv Turner said. "Outside the scheme, those guys make a lot of plays by beating the man they're matched up against. " Jackson,... (The Insiders -- Michigan Prep)
Hightstown's success built onrising stars, team-first play Oct 20, 2009
Hightstown's success built on rising stars, team-first play - NJ.com ... Hightstown's success built on rising stars, team-first play. (NJ.com -- Times)
"USC is where I want to be" Oct 19, 2009
Baxter, who verbally committed to after the 2008 Rising Stars Camp, and Stills are very close friends. But that isn't the only reason Stills wants to atend USC and he harbors no hard feeling after he was told USC didn't have a spot for him at the time they did. (WeAreSC.com)
