Day: January 1, 2017

Judy Murray believes ‘it would be hard to top this year’ after sons …

LIVE: Watford v Tottenham – Kane and Alli run riot at Vicarage Road with deadly doubles to put Pochettino on course for top four LIVE: Arsenal v Crystal Palace – Follow the New Year’s Day action from the Emirates as hosts seek to keep up with title pace Rousey breaks silence to admit she’s contemplating UFC retirement: ‘I need to take some time to think about the future’ Messi’s family swim, Bale suited and booted and Mayweather dressed like Michael Jackson… how stars rang in the New Year Martial celebrates start of 2017 with his girlfriend after starring against Boro… but Mourinho urges youngster to listen to his advice to end mercurial form Sturridge, Van Dijk, Schneiderlin… and more! The 10 big deals that could make a difference in the January transfer window ‘It’s not Usain Bolt is it?’: The moment stunned MUTV presenter realised Olympic sprint king HAD called in to show to … (more)

Sakshi Malik to lead Indian challenge at PWL 221 min ago

New Delhi, Jan 1 : With the likes of Sushil Kumar and Yogeshwar Dutt opting out, all eyes will be on Rio Olympics bronze-medallist Sakshi Malik and the Phogat sisters, who are making headlines owing to a blockbuster biopic on them, when the second edition of Pro Wrestling League starts here tomorrow. Although much of the sheen is lost due to the absence of star male Indian wrestlers, including the suspended Narsingh Yadav, the women are expected to shine during the 18-day long event to be held at the KD Jadhav Wrestling Stadium.

Premier Badminton League 2017: Carolina Marin beats PV Sindhu in the opening game2 min ago

PV Sindhu’s 2017 didn’t get off to an ideal start as she went down to Spanish shuttler Carolina Marin in the first match of the Premier Badminton League opener in Hyderabad on Sunday. Representing the Chennai team, Sindhu lost the opening game, fought back, saved three match points in the second and then eventually lost the match in the third and deciding game of the game.

1 Big Solar Trend to Watch in 2017

Efficiency is now the name of the game in the solar industry and leading manufacturers will spend the next few years moving beyond commodity silicon solar panels to higher-efficiency technology. SunPower Corporation has long led the industry in efficiency and with its X-Series product exceeding 23% efficiency that leadership position won’t end soon.

Jaguars at Colts Live Stream: Watch NFL Online

The Jacksonville Jaguars face the Indianapolis Colts at Lucas Oil Stadium in Week 17. Here’s all the info you need to watch. Neither the Jacksonville Jaguars or Indianapolis Colts will be in the 2017 NFL Playoffs, both submitting disappointing seasons overall.

Jurgen Klopp reveals his WILD New Year’s Eve celebrations after…

Jurgen Klopp reveals his WILD New Year’s Eve celebrations after Liverpool beat Man City – relaxing with his pet dog The German was entitled to a chilled night after guiding his team to a sensational 1-0 win over title rivals Manchester City But despite being on cloud nine, the German admitted he had no plans to go out and paint the town red… redder than he had already painted it. Instead, as you can see in the above video, where Klopp discusses his NYE plans, he opted for a quiet one with his beloved collie mix Emma.

Corey Davis bypassed NFL, has WMU in Cotton Bowl

In this Nov. 22, 2016 file photo, Western Michigan NCAA college football wide receiver Corey Davis speaks with media during an NCAA college football press conference at the Radisson Plaza Hotel in Kalamazoo, Mich. Davis was still trying to get academically eligible when he was offered a scholarship to be part of coach P.J. Fleck’s first recruiting class at Western Michigan.

Alabama 7-point favorite over Clemson in CFP Finals

Clemson quarterback Deshaun Watson runs in for a touchdown as Ohio State safety Damon Webb watches during the second half of the Fiesta Bowl NCAA college football game, Saturday, Dec. 31, 2016, in Glendale, Ariz. Alabama head coach Nick Saban celebrates on stage after the Peach Bowl NCAA college football playoff game against Washington, Saturday, Dec. 31, 2016, in Atlanta.

Cowboys News: Why Cowboys’ Pass Rush Is Emerging At Just The Right Time

Latest Cowboys headlines: Pass rush delivering when Dallas needs it most; Brett Favre likes Dak Prescott as NFL MVP; Cowboys’ success could lead to departures. On behalf of all of us here at Blogging The Boys, we’d like to wish all Cowboys fans out there a Happy New Year! Hopefully 2017 will be a great year for you, your family and of course our Dallas Cowboys.

Somdev Devvarman bids adieu to pro tennis

New Delhi , Jan 1 : While many of the sports personalities are entering the New Year 2017 hoping to reach greater heights, Indian tennis ace Somdev Devvarman has decided to take retirement from professional tennis. Taking to micro blogging website Twitter, Devvarman insisted that he is starting 2017 on a new note by calling time on his career.

Payne plotting a Tassie mission

The three-year-old gelding produced a fighting victory in the McKinnon Seed Cleaning BM58 Handicap, 1800m, at Burrumbeet on Sunday to give his trainer the second leg of a winning double. Payne had earlier claimed success with stablemate Kipe, who broke through to win the Mt Misery Sand & Soil Maiden Plate, 1800m.

Storer exit leaves Solanke shaped hole

I’m led to believe, by a source well connected to Birmingham City, that Gianfranco Zola is closer to a first signing than he let’s on. While I don’t claim to know the identity of the player in question, I have tried to put two and two together and hopefully end up with four! The Italian is quite rightly keeping his cards close to his chest.

Cherries interest in Manchester City midfielder

AFC Bournemouth have reportedly opened talks over the transfer of Manchester City midfielder Olivier Ntcham. The 20 year old is currently part way through the second year of his two year loan spell with Italian side Genoa, who also hold an option to sign him permanently in the summer.

Runners and riders make it a magic day at Musselburgh

IT’S a busy start to 2017 in Scotland and it all gets under way with a cracking New Year’s Day meeting at Musselburgh. Racegoers have plenty to keep them entertained as the horseracing will be supplemented by the 148th New Year Sprint, a 110m dash for professional athletes dating back to 1870.

Rodgers: No chance of Dembele leaving this month

CELTIC manager Brendan Rodgers has categorically reaffirmed that Moussa Dembele won’t be leaving the club during the January transfer window. The striker’s excellent form since joining the club from Fulham in the summer has led to speculation linking him with an immediate move back south.

Patriots should fear nobody in AFC

… against Miami Dolphins during the first half at Hard Rock Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Steve Mitchell-USA TODAY Sports of the Boston Herald, pretty much sums it up. “For those who fell asleep early last night like me, the Pats open the playoffs …

Bettman still down on Olympics; NHLPA’s Fehr ‘more optimistic now than I ever have been’

NHL Commissioner Gary Bettman, left, and Wayne Gretzky speak to the media before the Toronto Maple Leafs play against the Detroit Red Wings during the NHL Centennial Classic in Toronto on Sunday, January 1, 2017. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Nathan Denette NHL Commissioner Gary Bettman, left, and Wayne Gretzky speak to the media before the Toronto Maple Leafs play against the Detroit Red Wings during the NHL Centennial Classic in Toronto on Sunday, January 1, 2017.

Biotech center helps draw students to ECC

First-year nursing students Chris Pettigrew, Xavera Edwards, and Brittany Rodriguez, left to right, practice insterting an IV into dummy arms during a lab at the Edgecombe Community College Biotechnology and Medical Simulation Center in Rocky Mount. In its first year of operation, the Biotechnology and Medical Simulation Center at Edgecombe Community College attracted students and raised the standard of health care education throughout the region.