Nationally
O'Neal fined for criticizing refs
NEW YORK - Orlando center Shaquille O'Neal was fined $5,000 by the NBA for making derogatory comments about the officiating after last Wednesday night's game against Detroit.
Ohio State confirms Holiday Bowl intent
COLUMBUS, Ohio - Ohio State of the Big Ten will play the Western Athletic Conference champion in the Holiday Bowl in San Diego on Dec. 30 if Wisconsin beats Michigan State and gains a Rose Bowl berth.
Also, No. 21 Indiana accepted an invitation to play No. 22 Virginia Tech in the Independence Bowl on New Year's Eve. Both teams are 8-3.
Locally
Dixie College holding volleyball tryouts
ST. GEORGE - Tryouts for the Dixie College women's volleyball team will be held Friday, Dec. 3, in the old College Gym from 5 to 8 p.m. Contact coach Jill Swaney at 634-0304 or 673-4811, ext. 383.