It’s amazing to think that Sunday night’s “dream final” will be contested between two players with such a one sided head-to-head record. One of the AFL’s greatest modern rivalry; West Coast vs Sydney, saw six games between 2005 and 2007 decided by a combined total of just 13 points.
Day: January 27, 2017
2017 Australian Open: Men’s final preview, Rafael Nadal v Roger Federer
It’s amazing to think that Sunday night’s “dream final” will be contested between two players with such a one sided head-to-head record. One of the AFL’s greatest modern rivalry; West Coast vs Sydney, saw six games between 2005 and 2007 decided by a combined total of just 13 points.
Indian Women Wrestling’s coach aiming for three medals at Tokyo Olympics
Gurugram [India], Jan. 28 : Chief Coach of Indian Women Wrestling team and the man behind the Rio Olympics bronze medallist Sakshi Malik, Kuldeep Malik has a new goal to win at least three medals at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics. Speaking on the sidelines of Sportopia 2017, the annual sports meet of the G.D. Goenka University which he inaugurated, Malik said that his team of women wrestlers are getting ready to bring more glory to the country.
Report: Celtics, Magic engaged in talks about Nikola Vucevic trade
… struggled this season in postups (26.1 percent of his shots, but his shooting just 45.1 percent according to Synergy Sports) but he has a versatile offensive game – he can make good cuts and work a little off the ball – that Brad Stevens may be able …
Vacaville varsity girls remain unbeaten in MEL, defeat Rodriguez 2-0
The Bulldogs served up seconds to the Rodriguez Mustangs on Thursday night, winning for the second and final time of the season. After winning the first meeting on Monday 2-1, Vacaville came out much stronger in the first half of Thursday’s match and missed a bevy of scoring opportunities.
ISU men’s golf takes on Illinois in Alumni Match
… ing (1993-1997), Matt Miller (2004-2007), Jeff Kellen (2007-2011) and Tyler Gentilella (2012-2016). NICK DAMIANI is a Sports reporter for The Vidette. He can be reached at vidette_ngdamia1@Exchange.ilstu.edu Follow him on Twitter at @nGdamiani
Quintana wants to stay with rebuilding White Sox
Jose Quintana pulled on his No. 62 White Sox jersey for the first day of the team’s fan convention.
White Sox and CF Peter Bourjos agree to minor league deal
Center fielder Peter Bourjos and the Chicago White Sox have agreed to a minor league contract that includes an invitation to big league camp for spring training. The speedy Bourjos, a native of nearby Park Ridge, Illinois, hit .251 with five homers and 23 RBIs in 123 games with Philadelphia last year.
Kevin Hart says Joel Embiid reminds him of a Kevin Hart
So on Friday night, when the 5-4 Philly native sat courtside to take in the 76ers-Rockets matchup, Hart drew a pretty interesting comparison between Joel Embiid. a
Attacks on Warrnambool sports facilities
Appeal: Police have appealed for witnesses to attacks on three Warrnambool sports facilities, including the South Rovers netball rooms at Walter Oval, pictured. Netball posts were ripped out of the courts and one was smashed through the toughened glass of the rooms’ entry door and another put through a toilet window.
Jeff Carter’s scoring touch, leadership keep Los Angeles Kings competitive
It has been a trying year so far for the Los Angeles Kings, but Jeff Carter can’t be blamed as a co-conspirator for the team’s struggles.The 32-year-old center has been one of the brightest lights for the Kings, having scored a team-leading 24 goals and 43 points and helping keep the Kings in the hunt for a playoff spot. Carter, one of two selections for the host team in Sunday’s NHL All-Star Game at Staples Center, said he didn’t change his routine nor did he feel added pressure to produce when forward Marian Gaborik had to miss 22 games with a broken right foot and when goaltender Jonathan Quick injured his groin and has missed all but one game this season.”
Why to we prefer nostalgia over novelty in sport?
… some way to explaining why seeing champions from the recent past competing for the highest honours one more time gets sports fans pretty delirious. And maybe why the Rolling Stones are still touring to sell-out crowds nearly 50 years after their …
Super Bowl betting memory punctuated by bad beat
… to create two-way action. I told him I still thought it was ridiculous. But I was clueless. I had never placed a sports wager.”Craig, also a bookie, offered to take my action at Rams plus-11A1 2. I took the bait.”I was at the game, which was played …
Baseball, Indians working on solution to Wahoo logo
Baseball Commissioner Rob Manfred has discussed a possible solution to the club’s divisive Chief Wahoo logo with Indians owner Paul Dolan. Manfred and Dolan have had multiple meetings on the touchy subject, including one on Friday that included Indians minority owner John Sherman, before the team announced it will host the 2019 All-Stare Game at Progressive Field.
Sydney Sevens kicks women’s quarterfinals on to back training field
… or so, while a capacity crowd of up to 45,000 will watch the men’s group stages play out inside Allianz Stadium. Fox Sports confirmed it would broadcast every game live across the three days. It is understood the Australian Rugby Union wanted to …
Ohio State Football: What Kevin Wilson Can Do With 4 Star Players
New Ohio State Offensive coordinator Kevin Wilson can do a lot with a little. However, when he has elite talent to work with, look out! Indiana has had one of the most productive offenses in the Big Ten the last few years with Kevin Wilson as the head coach.
SweetWater makes beer bet with Sam Adams over Super Bowl
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Legacy of Kenny Washington, first black player to sign with NFL team, honored Saturday
The late Kenny Washington, who in 1946 became the first African American to sign a contract with an NFL team, will be honored at a ceremony Saturday in Houston. The Black Heritage Society will recognize the legacy and contributions of Washington at its Mountaintop Awards Luncheon starting at 11:30 a.m. Saturday at the Downtown Aquarium, 410 Bagby St. Members of Washington’s family, the Kenny Washington Stadium Foundation, the NFL Ex-Players Association and the Houston Super Bowl Host Committee will be in attendance.
Helton joins baseball staff at Tennessee
Former Rockies star Todd Helton has returned to his roots by joining the baseball staff at the University of Tennessee, where he will serve as director of player development, the school announced on Friday in a press release. Helton, in a volunteer position with the Volunteers, “will be responsible for maintaining alumni relations, assisting with on-campus recruiting, collaborating with UT’s coaching staff and helping Tennessee’s current players make informed decisions about pursuing professional baseball careers,” the UT announcement said.
Clippers continue to listen to Knicks’ trade offer for Carmelo Anthony
Knicks’ Carmelo Anthony stands on the court during a game against the Mavericks in Dallas on Jan. 25, 2017. The Knicks are still engaged in talks with the Clippers about a possible deal for Carmelo Anthony by getting a third team involved to help facilitate things.
Dog business owner risked her life to save a her ‘client’
What a special relationship! Trump gets touchy-feely with Theresa as he declares ‘great days lie ahead’ and reveals he’s meeting the Queen ‘Well there goes that relationship!’ President Trump mocks BBC’s political editor after ‘unbelievably crass’ question listing his policies she claimed worried Britons KATIE HOPKINS: Even Laura, the little killjoy from the BBC, couldn’t ruin Donald and Theresa’s DC love-in.
Dwyane Wade had a great response to downplaying Rajon Rondo…
Following Rajon Rondo’s scathing Instagram criticizing Dwyane Wade and Jimmy Butler’s leadership, the Chicago Bulls did a solid job at diffusing the situation on Friday. The Bulls had a long team meeting on Friday behind closed doors, and afterward, while speaking to reporters, tried their best to put the incident behind them.
UCA opens homestand with doubleheader
The odds seem to be in favor of the University of Central Arkansas Bears will finally play at the Farris Center for awhile. Home court has been quite the advantage for the 13 Southland Conference men’s basketball teams so far, as they are a combined 33-103 in road games this season.
Success for A’s Sonny Gray could hasten trade
Sonny Gray presents a conundrum this season. The A’s need their ace to have a big bounce back year – but the better he is, the more likely Oakland is to trade him.
Gomis scores hat trick as Marseille beats Montpellier 5-1
Marseille’s forward Bafetimbi Gomis, center, scores his second goal, despite Montpellier’s defender William Remy, left , during the League One soccer match between Marseille and Montpellier, at the Velodrome Stadium, in Marseille, southern France, Friday, Jan.27, 2017. Marseille’s forward Bafetimbi Gomis, right, challenges for the ball with Montpellier’s defender William Remy, during the League One soccer match between Marseille and Montpellier, at the Velodrome Stadium, in Marseille, southern France, Friday, Jan.27, 2017.
Meier fires Frankfurt 3rd in Bundesliga with win at Schalke
Schalke’s Guido Burgstaller reacts disappointed during the German Bundesliga soccer match between FC Schalke 04 and Eintracht Frankfurt in Gelsenkirchen, Friday, Jan. 27, 2017. Frankfurt’s head coach Niko Kovac reacts during the German Bundesliga soccer match between FC Schalke 04 and Eintracht Frankfurt in Gelsenkirchen, Friday, Jan. 27, 2017.
Northbound: North County Battalion rebrands itselfJanuary 27, 2017
This week, the North County Battalion, an adult soccer team established in 2015, announced a team rebranding to the “SoCal Surf,” and a new home venue in downtown Carlsbad. Matches in the 2017 spring season will now be played in the Army & Navy Academy’s Maffucci Field, at the western edge of Carlsbad Village, just a couple blocks away from pubs, bars and restaurants.
Trump Derangement Syndrome Strikes L.A. Times Sports Columnist
The latest victim to contract Trump Derangement Syndrome is Los Angeles Times sports columnist Bill Plaschke. Here is how Plaschke opened his column in today’s Los Angeles Times : The week before the Super Bowl is historically filled with all sorts of sordid distractions, from cocaine to prostitutes to the infamously bared butt of a quarterback.
Wes Morgan, centre, earned Leicester an FA Cup replay with Derby
Wes Morgan gave Leicester an FA Cup lifeline after his late equaliser denied Derby in a 2-2 draw at Pride Park. The former Nottingham Forest defender headed home with four minutes remaining when it looked like Craig Bryson’s lovely individual goal just before half-time would send the Premier League champions crashing out.
SIU Cuts tennis due to budget impasse
Southern Illinois University is cutting its men’s and women’s tennis programs and reducing scholarships for the men’s swimming and diving teams. The reductions come as SIU faces declining enrollment and the state remains without a budget.
Colorado assistant coach Joe Tumpkin resigns after restraining order issued against him
Colorado had a bit of unwelcome news hit the program just before signing day as the school announced safeties coach Joe Tumpkin has resigned after being asked to do so by Buffaloes athletic director Rick George . The coach had been suspended indefinitely with pay while an investigation into an alleged domestic violence incident was conducted.
Soxfest Set to Kick Off at Hilton Chicago Friday
The Chicago White Sox will kick off their annual SoxFest on Friday afternoon at the Hilton Chicago, and although some of the faces will be different, there is a fresh air of enthusiasm around the team as they’ve engineered a change of direction this offseason. It all started when the team announced that Rick Renteria would be the new manager for the 2017 season, replacing Robin Ventura in that capacity.
A look at the key players in the Super Bowl
Had best season, making All-Pro, leading NFL in passer rating , with 38 TDs … First-rounder in 2008, third overall pick … Has thrown for seven touchdowns and run for one in playoffs … Popular in New England because of college career, won’t be so popular there if he beats Patriots. Rushed for 1,000-plus yards and 11 TDs for second straight season … Also can catch the ball … Fourth-round pick who became starter in second NFL year.
Will Kuntz joins LAFC in executive role
Los Angeles Football Club announced Friday the hiring of Will Kuntz as Assistant General Manager and Vice President of Soccer Operations. Kuntz recently worked with Major League Soccer as the Director of Players Relations and before that he worked 10 years in the New York Yankees organization.
Ober Gatlinburg To Reopen Ski And Snowboard Slopes On Saturday
End your quest for the South’s best burger with a visit to Columbus, Georgia, about an hour and a half south of Atlanta-a foodie’s paradise.
Thoma Bravo completes Planview acquisition
Thoma Bravo closed its previously announced buyout of Planview from Insight Venture Partners . No financial terms were disclosed.
If the Dallas Stars are a ship, does anyone know where this boat is going?
This season is the definition of mediocracy. I think many would agree that the Stars have not played up to potential and have left points on the table on more than a few games this season.
‘I don’t want to regret not staying longer’ – Lampard fears early retirement
While the former England international is keen to return to Chelsea one day in a non-playing capacity, he is determined to keep going while he can Frank Lampard has no plans to retire, adamant that he does not want to feel that he “should have stayed a bit longer” after eventually calling it a day. The 38-year-old left New York City FC when his contract expired, having led Patrick Vieira’s side to the Eastern Conference semi-finals where they were eliminated 7-0 by Toronto FC in the play-offs.
Rakitic: There is no such thing as a replacement for Xavi
The 28-year-old fends off comparisons to his midfielder predecessor and reiterates his commitment to Barcelona despite reduced playing time this term The Croatian signed for the Catalans in 2014 – what proved to be Xavi’s last season at Camp Nou – and won a treble of La Liga, the Champions League and Copa del Rey that term. He went on to form a key part of Luis Enrique’s plans in his first two seasons, while he has made 14 league appearances this season as Barcelona seek a third straight title.
Lee Selby set to make Las Vegas debut with eye on Carl Frampton
… laws and the Muhammad Ali Boxing Reform Act in an attempt to monopolize boxing. “On behalf of our clients, Haymon Sports, LLC and its CEO, Alan Haymon, we are very pleased with the decision of the Court to grant summary judgment and dismiss all of …