A former Australian Open junior boys’ finalist has been banned from the sport for seven years by the Tennis Integrity Unit after being found guilty of match-fixing offenses at a minor tournament in 2013. Police in New South Wales state charged Nick Lindahl with intentionally losing a tennis match on which friends had placed bets at an ITF futures tournament at Toowoomba, west of Brisbane, in September 2013.
Day: January 9, 2017
On Eve Of Obama’s National Farwell, His Illinois Allies Praise His Presidency
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Willie Desjardins explains Canucks’ short defence, Rodin benching
One of Canucks head coach Willie Desjardins’ longest chats with the media this season was mostly spent talking about what didn’t happen over the weekend. Like, why did Vancouver not recall a defenceman from the minors for insurance heading into Saturday’s second game of a back-to-back against the Flames in Calgary, forcing the team to ultimately go with a skeleton crew of five blue liners? And how was it that Anton Rodin – dressed as the 13th forward – stayed stapled to the bench the whole night, not seeing a single second of ice time? “It was unusual,” Desjardins said Monday of his short-handed defence in that 3-1 loss to Calgary.
Anti-Bullying Relentless Tour to Visit Cedar Springs on January 11…
The Michigan Department of Civil Rights today announced the Relentless Tour a first-of-its-kind anti-bullying initiative will visit Cedar Springs on Wednesday, January 11.. Motivational speaker Anthony Ianni, a member of Michigan State University’s 2010 and 2012 Big Ten Champion and Tournament Championship teams and the 2010 Final Four team, will speak to students and faculty at Cedar Springs Middle School, 4873 16 Mile Road NE, at 12:00 pm.
Canalside events under new management
A subsidiary of Buffalo based Rich Products Corporation, Be Our Guest, submitted the winning bid for a new 5-year contract to manage events at Canalside. Robert Gioia, Erie Canal Harbor Development Corporation, Board Chairman says, BRG made a name for itself managing events at the baseball stadium for the Buffalo Bisons.
Was protocol followed after hit on Matt Moore? NFL Players Association investigating
Dolphins quarterback Matt Moore had his helmet back in his hands 3 1/2 minutes after being laid out by a vicious hit by Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker Bud Dupree on Sunday. The NFL Players Association announced Monday afternoon that it is launching an investigation into whether protocol was followed on the Dolphins’ sidelines.
Bruce Arians entering the offseason with a clean bill of health
Despite having several health scares during the Arizona Cardinals, Coach Bruce Arians is heading into the off-season with a clean bill of health from his doctor. “Probably as healthy as I’ve been,” Arians said.
The sting should last until the Super Bowl for the Miami Dolphins, then – you got to let it go’
Clubhouse attendants were taping shut cardboard boxes with sticky notes that included the address where the box should be mailed. Andre Branch was rushing so he could make the drive across Alligator Alley and up I-75 to Tampa to watch his alma mater, Clemson, play Alabama in Monday’s College Football Playoff championship.
The crazy sights of CES
The annual CES show is celebrating its 50th anniversary and seems to get busier and crazier every year. Here’s a look back at some of the most memorable sights of CES 2017 through the lenses of Ann Singer and Alexandra Wimley, photojournalism students at Boston University.
Michael Grabner Leads 3 Stars of the Week
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Cowboys vs. Packers: Jordy Nelson Spent Night In Hospital, Could Miss Game
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The Philadelphia Eagles signed former Canadian Football League cornerback Mitchell White to a reserve/futures contract, according to an official announcement from the team. The 26-year-old cornerback measures in at 5-11, 183 pounds.
Starting price for title game tickets rises to $1,899
Clemson fan Ty Nimmer looks at his face painting in a mirror before the NCAA college football playoff championship game against Alabama Monday, Jan. 9, 2017, in Tampa, Fla. Clemson fan Ty Nimmer looks at his face painting in a mirror before the NCAA college football playoff championship game against Alabama Monday, Jan. 9, 2017, in Tampa, Fla.
NBA trade rumors: Hawks’ Paul Millsap reportedly no longer on the market
Days after reports surfaced that the Atlanta Hawks were listening to offers for veteran forward Paul Millsap, the three-time All-Star is apparently no longer available, according to a report Monday from Adrian Wojnarowski of The Vertical: Atlanta general manager Wes Wilcox started informing teams Monday afternoon that the Hawks were no longer working to unload Millsap, sources said. Millsap can be a free agent this summer, and multiple teams – including Denver, Sacramento and theLos Angeles Lakers – had an interest in making a deal for him, sources said.
Cristiano Ronaldo, Carli Lloyd win FIFA Best Player awards
Capping what he called the best year of his career, Cristiano Ronaldo won his fourth FIFA best player award on Monday. The double European champion with Portugal and Real Madrid beat rival Lionel Messi and Antoine Griezmann to complete a sweep of top individual awards.
Steelers assistant coach accused of assault hours after win
Former Pro Bowl linebacker and current Pittsburgh Steelers assistant coach Joey Porter was charged early Monday with assaulting a doorman at a bar and a police officer who intervened hours after the team’s wild card win over the Miami Dolphins. The altercation happened at about 9:30 p.m. Sunday, following the Steelers’ 30-12 home victory over the Dolphins in the opening round of the NFL playoffs.
Rescuers take advantage of break in storms in California
Rivers are rising and winds ar… . Sparks firefighters monitor the rising Truckee River, Sunday, Jan. 8, 2017, where it runs near the Grand Sierra hotel-casino along a line that divides the cities of Reno and Sparks, Nev.
Kirk Gibson headed to College Football Hall of Fame
… Class, Gibson was named to the Michigan State Centennial Super Squad in 1996. He is also a member of the Michigan Sports Hall of Fame. Gibson also earned All-America honors in baseball for the Spartans in 1978, batting .390 with a then-school record …
Spirit trade Stephens for draft picks
SAGINAW, Mich. General Manager of the Saginaw Spirit Dave Drinkill announced Tuesday a trade that sends Saginaw Spirit captain Mitchell Stephens to the London Knights for a laundry list of high draft picks, including four second-round picks between the 2018 and 2020 OHL Priority Selection Drafts.
Sources: Hawks’ Millsap no longer on market
For now, Atlanta Hawks All-Star forward Paul Millsap is no longer on the trade market, league sources told The Vertical. Atlanta general manager Wes Wilcox started informing teams Monday afternoon that the Hawks were no longer working to unload Millsap, sources said.
Here’s how to watch tonight’s Alabama-Clemson CFP Championship game
The No. 1 Alabama Crimson Tide and No. 3 Clemson Tigers meet tonight for a rematch of last year’s game.
C.J. Prosise will practice this week
Running back Thomas Rawls turned in a very strong performance for the Seahawks against the Lions on Saturday, running 27 times for 161 yards and a touchdown in a 26-6 victory. It looks like there’s a good chance that he’ll get some company from C.J. Prosise for the team’s next game.
Chiefs say Justin Houston, Spencer Ware back this week
The Chiefs closed out the regular season without having linebacker Justin Houston or running back Spencer Ware on the field because of injuries, but the week off that came with the AFC West title and No. 2 seed in the conference has treated them well.
Cristiano Ronaldo wins FIFA best player award for 4th time
Cristiano Ronaldo has won FIFA’s best player award for the fourth time, after Portugal and Real Madrid won both major European titles in 2016. Ronaldo’s fourth FIFA award closed the gap on five-time winner Messi, the runner-up to each Ronaldo victory, who did not attend the ceremony.
McDaniels, Patricia interview for jobs, focus on Houston
Patriots assistants Josh McDaniels and Matt Patricia say they were humbled to speak with NFL teams about head coaching vacancies over the weekend, but have turned their full attention to preparing for Saturday’s playoff matchup with the Texans. New England’s offensive and defensive co-ordinators acknowledged Monday that they had participated in interviews, but neither specified which teams they met with.
Impact sign goalie Eric Kronberg, name Jack Stern goalkeeping coach
The Montreal Impact has signed a one-deal contract with goalkeeper Eric Kronberg on Monday and promoted Jack Stern to first team goalkeeping coach to replace Youssef Dahha. The Major League Soccer club also confirmed that the rest of coach Mauro Biello’s staff will be back this season.
Wyoming guard named Mountain West player of week
Roberts is the first Cowgirl to win three times in a year since Chaundra Sewell during the 2012-13 season. Roberts led the Cowgirls to a 70-48 victory over Fresno State last week, recording her third double-double of the season with 24 points and tied a career-high with 12 rebounds.
Steelers outside linebackers coach Joey Porter was
Pittsburgh Steelers assistant coach Joey Porter was released from jail after posting bond for his arrest on multiple charges that stemmed from an alleged altercation with a doorman at a bar. Steelers assistant coach Joey Porter released from jail on bond Pittsburgh Steelers assistant coach Joey Porter was released from jail after posting bond for his arrest on multiple charges that stemmed from an alleged altercation with a doorman at a bar.
Toyota Racing Development unveils new Camry for NASCAR Cup Series
Toyota Racing Development hopes that “win on Sunday, sell on Monday” is alive and well in the Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series. The manufacturer unveiled its newest Toyota Camry street car on Monday at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit — an entry that was designed hand in hand with its NASCAR Cup Series counterpart.
Apology accepted: John Furlong to speak again at University of B.C. fundraiser
Former Vancouver Olympic CEO John Furlong will be back at the podium for a University of British Columbia fundraising event after the abrupt cancellation of his speech and subsequent apology from the university. University president Santa Ono announced Monday in a statement that after apologizing to Furlong he wanted to correct the fundamental wrong at the heart of the issue – the cancellation of the speaking engagement.
Patriots QB Tom Brady should have WR Danny Amendola
Ranking the NFL’s divisional playoff teams 1-8 With only the top competitors remaining, we take a look at who has the strongest group. Check out this story on mynorthshorenow.com: http://usat.ly/2ibm4rF USA TODAY Sports’ Tom Pelissero breaks down the weekend’s wild-card games and looks ahead to the matchups next week.
Nico Rosberg says he will watch the F1 2017 opener from the couch
… up there with friends,” he said. “Apart from that, nothing at the moment. What I need is competition. There are other sports I also have passion for. I know that even if I play tennis, I can get a similar sort of thrill and fun out of it. So let’s …
UBC reinstates John Furlong as keynote speaker at athletics banquet
The University of British Columbia has reinstated former Vancouver 2010 Olympic Committee’s CEO John Furlong as this year’s keynote speaker at the university’s 18th Annual ZLC Millennium Scholarship Breakfast in February. The university previously removed Furlong as keynote speaker from a February fundraising event for student athletes last month, after UBC graduate Glynnis Kirchmeier circulated an open letter critical of him.
Tom Brady has led the New England Patriots to four
Tom Brady says he can relate to Odell Beckham Jr.’s trip to Miami The Patriots QB says he took trips that weren’t ‘publicized’ when he was younger. Check out this story on mynorthshorenow.com: http://usat.ly/2iaGW2o USA TODAY Sports’ Tom Pelissero breaks down the weekend’s wild-card games and looks ahead to the matchups next week.
Division-round story lines: Can Prescott keep up?
Dak Prescott, Matt Ryan and other top story lines for Divisional playoff round From Dak Prescott to Brock Osweiler, the top things to watch next weekend. Check out this story on mynorthshorenow.com: http://usat.ly/2ia5hFC USA TODAY Sports’ Tom Pelissero breaks down the weekend’s wild-card games and looks ahead to the matchups next week.
Baylor guard Jake Lindsey grabs a rebound against Oklahoma
Baylor is No. 1 in the men’s basketball poll for the first time in school history since USA TODAY Sports took over managing the poll in the 1991-92 season.
Oxford United net home FA Cup fourth round tie to Championship opposition
Kane Hemmings scored the winning goal for Oxford United in the third round tie at Rotherham United on Saturday Picture: Richard Parkes OXFORD United will be at home in the Emirates FA Cup fourth round later this month – but they must wait to discover their opponents. Michael Appleton’s side have been paired with the winners of the replay between Newcastle United and Birmingham City, which will be played next week.
Reports: Emotional OBJ punched hole in wall postgame
Odell Beckham Jr. punched a hole in a wall after the New York Giants’ 38-13 playoff loss to the Packers in Green Bay on Sunday, according to multiple media reports. Grounds crew members also reportedly saw the emotional wide receiver banging his head against a door after speaking with the media following his four-catch, 28-yard dud of a game.
Red Sox: Will Eduardo Rodriguez make Opening Day roster?
Recent comments by Boston Red Sox president of baseball operations Dave Dombrowski suggest Eduardo Rodriguez isn’t a lock for a rotation spot. Having a surplus of capable options to fill the starting rotation is a good problem for the Boston Red Sox to have, yet it’s not so great for the pitcher that gets left out.
Washington Nationals: Has Stephen Strasburg Fulfilled Prospect Potential?
We often think about prospect potential in the future, but what if we do it by looking in the past? Has former Washington Nationals number one pick Stephen Strasburg fulfilled his potential? Prospects fail all the time. Prospects out-perform expectations all the time.