11.   Snowboarders Kelly Clark and Ross Powers competed before a home crowd Friday for the first time since winning their Olympic gold medals.

12.   Vermonters Kelly Clark and Ross Powers competed before the home crowd for the first time since winning their Olympic gold medals.

13.   He said his dropping out was a good move, as the team had two peaceful days to compete before the Russia match.

14.   Jackson has unleashed a storm by refusing to compete again before the world showpiece -- but Edwards proved he is more than ready.