Having secured the record for the most games unbeaten to start an A-League season, Sydney FC can become the first team ever to enter the New Year without a loss should they continue their remarkable run against the Brisbane Roar on Friday night at Stadium. Sydney surpassed the Adelaide side of the 2010-11 campaign in moving to 12 games without a loss with a 4-0 rout of the Reds on Boxing Day.
Day: December 28, 2016
Arizona Diamondbacks: Starting Rotation is the Biggest Key in 2017
The Arizona Diamondbacks were one of the more disappointing MLB stories in 2016, and three starting pitchers may be their biggest 2017 keys to success. After winning the National League West Division crown in the 2011 season, the Arizona Diamondbacks fell to a .500 finish in each of the next two seasons.
George fined for ‘little brother’ comment
THE NBA fined Indiana Pacers forward Paul George and head coach Nate McMillan on Wednesday over their comments criticising league officials in the wake of the team’s loss to Chicago on Monday. George, who was fined $15,000, was anticipating such a move even as he voice his frustration after the game.
Rebels seek Mountain West win at Colorado State
UNLV Runnin’ Rebels UNLV guard Jovan Mooring puts up the ball against Kansas defenders Landen Lucas and Frank Mason III at the Thomas Winning on the road in conference play is almost never easy, but UNLV should have more than a puncher’s chance tonight at Colorado State in the Mountain West opener for both teams. There probably won’t be a better time to play the Rams this season, as they’re currently on a three-game losing streak while coach Larry Eustachy tries to figure out his rotation.
Unbeaten Kennedy handles High Point, takes title at Route 175 Classic
… rez said. “As long as we keep improving, we can go some places.” Dillon Mullan contributes to The Early Lead and D.C. Sports Bog and covers high school sports for The Washington Post.
Oxon Hill track teammates dominate 500 meters at F.I.T. Invitational
Gary Ross, front pushes ahead of Oxon Hill teammate Aaron Robinson in the 500 meters Wednesday at the Prince George’s County Sports and Learning Complex. The track coaches at Oxon Hill could regularly pit seniors Aaron Robinson and Gary Ross against each other at meets.
Chloe Chapman, Lindsey Pulliam lift Good Counsel in Title IX tournament
Senior Lindsey Pulliam led No. 20 Good Counsel with 19 points, but she didn’t mind not being called on to take the game-winning shot in the Falcons’ 60-56 victory over No.
Wall scores 36 points as Wizards hold off Pacers, 111-105
John Wall had 36 points and 11 rebounds, and the Washington Wizards held off the Indiana Pacers 111-105 on Wednesday night despite playing the second half without Bradley Beal. Otto Porter Jr. added 22 points for Washington and Wall finished one assist shy of his first triple-double of the season.
Goff has chance to avoid 0-7 rookie year as Rams’ starter
Goff has chance to avoid 0-7 rookie year as Rams’ starter Jared Goff is down to his final chance to end his rookie season as a winning quarterback Check out this story on USATODAY.com: http://usat.ly/2iGpX5h THOUSAND OAKS, Calif. – Jared Goff is down to his last chance to end his rookie season as a winning quarterback.
Walker, Batum lead Hornets to 120-101 win over Magic
Kemba Walker scored 21 points, Nicolas Batum had 20 and the Charlotte Hornets used a huge third quarter to rout the Orlando Magic 120-101 on Wednesday night. Jeremy Lamb added 14 points and Ramon Sessions scored 13 off the bench as the Hornets won for the fourth time in five games.
US players announce departure of union counsel
Players for the U.S. women’s national team have announced that attorney Rich Nichols will no longer serve as the union’s counsel in contract negotiations with the U.S. Soccer Federation. The players’ contract is set to expire Sunday.
Pelicans’ coach Gentry ejected vs. Clippers
Gentry was called for back-to-back technical fouls in the second quarter while arguing a shooting foul called against Jrue Holiday, while the Pelicans guard was defending Clippers guard Chris Paul behind the 3-point line. Paul appeared to swing the ball through Holiday’s outstretched hand and then go up for a shot as official Lauren Holtkamp blew the whistle.
Parker scores 31 points as Bucks beat Pistons 119-94
Jabari Parker scored 31 points and Giannis Antetokuompo added 23 points and eight rebounds as the Milwaukee Bucks beat the Detroit Pistons 119-94 on Wednesday night. Greg Monroe added 14 points, six assists and five rebounds against his former team to help the Bucks win for the second time in five games.
South Bay Wrestling Preview: Young Mira Costa has eyes on CIF-SS finals
Mira Costa High School’s team full of young wrestlers last season grappled to the brink of a second consecutive CIF Southern Section championship before falling just short. Mira Costa fell to Shadow Hills in the 2015 final, but had about eight underclassmen in its lineup throughout the season, winning the Bay League with an undefeated dual-meet record.
Hagelin helps Penguins rally past Hurricanes
Carl Hagelin scored with 4:15 remaining and the Pittsburgh Penguins rallied to beat the Carolina Hurricanes 3-2 on Wednesday night. Hagelin got his fifth of the season and second in two games off a feed from Patric Hornqvist.
Scully’s swan song season a memorable one
Vin Scully’s final year of broadcasting brought smiles, tears and unforgettable poignant memories … and that was just in the announcing booth. Since Harry Truman was president, every generation of Dodgers fans adored Scully.
Francis Perron scores go-ahead goal, Binghamton downs Toronto 3-1
Chris Driedger made 25 saves and Francis Perron put his team ahead for good as the Binghamton Senators downed the visiting Toronto Marlies 3-1 on Wednesday in American Hockey League action. Kasperi Kapanen made it 1-0 for the Marlies at 17:21 of the first period, but Ben Harpur responded for Ottawa’s AHL partner a little over a minute later to tie it after 20 minutes.
DeSean Jackson Looking Forward To Testing The Free Agent Market
DeSean Jackson is set to become a free agent after the season. He is looking forward to playing market in the offseason.
Former No. 1 Ana Ivanovic retires from tennis at 29
Ana Ivanovic retired from tennis at age 29 Wednesday, ending a career in which she was ranked No. 1 in 2008 but can no longer play at the highest level because of injuries.
Former Tour de France champ Wiggins retires from cycling
Bradley Wiggins announced his retirement from cycling on Wednesday, ending an illustrious career in which he won a British-record eight Olympic medals and became his country’s first winner of the Tour de France. FILE – In this Sunday, Nov. 20, 2016 file photo, former Tour de France winner and Olympic Gold medalist Britain’s Bradley Wiggins greets spectators prior to competing in the six day race at the Kuipke velodrome in Ghent, Belgium, Sunday, Nov. 20, 2016.
Middle Tennessee dismisses 2 assistant football coaches
Clear Creek volleyball’s run to state finals, unique quirks make Wildcats the county’s No. 1 team of 2016 It was another great year for Galveston County sports, and with 2016 coming to a close, The Daily News’ sports page is taking some time to look back on some of the highlights.
Activism is OK, as long as you’re not talking about race
… as a means of achieving political or other goals, sometimes by demonstrations, protests, etc.” High-profile sports figures like Brady and Harbaugh often are reluctant to join activists in the area of race, the battleground for the Ross Initiative in …
Doug Martin Suspended for Violating NFL’s Drug Policy
But before they can start selling on Thursday- they… — Barbara Briley had stopped at an Exxon gas station in Virginia for directions on Christmas Eve. Shortly thereafter, she disappeared.
Tampa Bay Buccaneers RB Doug Martin suspended four games for violating NFL substance abuse policy
A season that began for Doug Martin with a five-year, $35 million deal including $15 million guaranteed will end with a four-game suspension for violating the NFL’s substance abuse policy.
Three Teens Rescued From Capsized Boat off Florida Keys
Three teens were rescued off the coast of the Florida Keys Tuesday after their boat capsized, according to authorities. The teens — identified by officials… On Wednesday, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu issued a firm rebuke of U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry’s condemnation of Israeli settleme… As we look back over the 2016 year in food and agriculture, it is tempting to think that the food label war, at least, could be calming down, especially since Congress pre-emp… Nebraska opens Big Ten Conference action this week, as the Huskers travel to No.
Denver Broncos place OLB DeMarcus Ware on injured reserve
Ware missed practice Wednesday with his persisting back injury, and coach Gary Kubiak said the organization will “have to make a decision here at some point.”
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When 5th ranked Penn State Nittany Lions take the field against the 9th ranked University of Southern California Trojans next week, the team will be without its starting wide receiver and linebacker. Junior wide receiver Saeed Blacknall and sophomore linebacker Manny Bowen have been suspended due to violation of team rules.
NFL: Doug Martin was suspended for PED violation
The statement from Buccaneers running back Doug Martin creates the distinct impression that he is starting a four-game suspension under the substance-abuse policy, and that he has developed a chemical dependency on one or more of the NFL’s recognized substances of abuse. In truth, however, his suspension didn’t arise under the substance-abuse policy.
Washington putting Donte Whitner on IR
Washington’s injury depleted secondary has forced them to make a roster move, and perhaps start an experiment sooner rather than later. Per Field Yates of ESPN, Washington is putting safety Donte Whitner on injured reserve , and re-signing safety Josh Evans to fill his roster spot.
Knee lands Tom Savage on injury report, but he practices fully
At one point in last Saturday night’s game against the Bengals, Texans quarterback Tom Savage was limping a bit and favoring his right knee. That didn’t stop him from finishing out the victory that made Houston this year’s AFC South champs or from getting the nod as the starter in Week 17 against the Titans and, presumably, the playoffs.
Ducks recall D Montour with Sami Vatanen out for road game
The Ducks made the move Wednesday after defenseman Sami Vatanen was unable to travel on their road trip to Calgary and Vancouver because of illness. Montour could make his NHL debut Thursday against the Flames.
Texans QB Tom Savage added to injury report
Quarterback Tom Savage has been added to the Texans’ injury report with a knee injury but participated fully in practice on Wednesday. Quarterback Tom Savage has been added to the Texans’ injury report with a knee injury but participated fully in practice on Wednesday.
Rodgers-to-Nelson: Packers’ prolific duo is on a roll
In this Dec. 11, 2016, file photo, Green Bay Packers’ Aaron Rodgers congratulates Jordy Nelson after a touchdown catch during the second half of an NFL football game against the Seattle Seahawks, in Green Bay, Wis. Rodgers and Nelson have worked with each for so long that it often seems they can create plays when Rodgers is in trouble just by making eye contact.
SEC basketball preview
Texas A&M Aggies center Tyler Davis puts up the ball during the first half of the Lone Star Shootout against Arizona at the Toyota Center on Saturday, Dec. 17, 2016, in Houston. puts up the ball during the first half of the Lone Star Shootout against Arizona at the Toyota Center on Saturday, Dec. 17, 2016, in Houston.
Some Billings teachers using resiliency, coping skills
In this Dec. 19, 2016 photo, Reagan Bennett uses the PAX Good Behavior program in her first grade classroom, at Big Sky Elementary, in Billings, Mont. In this Dec. 19, 2016 photo, Reagan Bennett uses the PAX Good Behavior program in her first grade classroom, at Big Sky Elementary, in Billings, Mont.
Tottenham recovers to beat 10-man Southampton 4-1 in EPL
Tottenham Hotspur’s Harry Kane celebrates scoring his side’s second goal of the game during their English Premier League soccer match against Southampton at St Mary’s, Southampton, England, Wednesday, Dec. 28, 2016. SOUTHAMPTON, England – Tottenham recovered from conceding a goal after 69 seconds to beat 10-man Southampton 4-1 and claim a third straight win in the English Premier League on Wednesday.
Smith on retirement: ‘I’m about 89% sure’
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Let’s get defensive: Breaking down Wisconsin’s win over Rutgers
If it wasn’t immediately obvious that Tuesday night’s game between the Wisconsin Badgers and the Rutgers Scarlet Knights was both teams’ Big Ten opener, it probably became so when the score was 33-18 at halftime. Most pundits would deem this a horrible and caveman brand of basketball that goes against all the changes the NCAA has made to speed the game up and increase scoring.
Carson Wentz at Christmas: Shotguns for everybody
We’ve seen bigs receive plane tickets , gaming systems , coolers and UTVs . Eagles quarterback Carson Wentz went down a road we don’t remember seeing before, gifting each of his big men up front a Beretta shotgun for Christmas.
Top 10 MVP candidates
This year’s MVP discussion has been the most meandering in recent memory. Should the Cowboys ‘ dynamic rookie duo split the award? Is Dallas’ dominant offensive line even eligible? Should Tom Brady be disqualified for “cheating” ? Does David Johnson deserve the acclaim despite his team’s disappointing record? Should we ignore the first three quarters of the game and reward Matthew Stafford or Derek Carr for their fourth-quarter miracles? The smoke has finally cleared after months of spinning narratives and manufactured debate, leaving one name at the top of the mountain.