MORRISON, Colo. — Ashley Force Hood, who a year ago became the first female to win an NHRA funny car race, entered 2009 NHRA the Mopar Mile-High Nationals at Bandimere Speedway atop the funny car standings. On Sunday, she finished second behind the team of Ron Capps.
RICHMOND, Va. — Sue Murphy was asked to resign as University of Richmond women’s lacrosse coach after athletic department officials discovered a parent-operated fund was supporting the team’s budget, including travel expenses and senior gifts.