Masaya Nakamura, the “Father of Pac-Man” who founded the Japanese video game company behind the hit creature-gobbling game, has died. He was 91. Nakamura, who died on Jan. 22, founded Namco, part of Bandai Namco, in 1955.
Day: January 30, 2017
Federer savors unexpected title over long-time rival Nadal
Federer savors unexpected title over long-time rival Nadal Roger Federer always believed he had more Grand Slam titles left in him Check out this story on USATODAY.com: http://usat.ly/2jM07y4 Switzerland’s Roger Federer celebrates after defeating Spain’s Rafael Nadal during the men’s singles final at the Australian Open tennis championships in Melbourne, Australia, Sunday, Jan. 29, 2017. He just didn’t think it would happen like this, playing in his first tournament following a six-month injury layoff.
Utah football: Like his brothers before him, 2017 Cottonwood ATH Taniela Pututau commits to Utes
The Utah cheerleaders celebrate a score during the Foster Farms Bowl at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara California Wednesday December 28, 2016. The Utah cheerleaders celebrate a score during the Foster Farms Bowl at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara California Wednesday December 28, 2016.
Scouts invade the Sackets Harbor Sportsmana s Club
Boy Scouts, Venturing Scouts and Sea Scouts from Jefferson, Lewis and St. Lawrence counties attended the annual Klondike Derby on Saturday. “The Klondike Derby has been a tradition in this area for many years,” said event coordinator Nelson G. Burdick of Ellisburg.
What did Super Bowl receiver Julio Jones learn at Alabama?
In six NFL seasons, Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Julio Jones has earned All-Pro recognition twice and four Pro Bowl invitations. He’s led the NFC in receiving yards three straight years, turned in one of the most prolific receiving seasons in NFL history in 2015 and owns one of the six 300-yard receiving games in NFL history .
Tyrone recognition touches Zimmer at ceremony
Saturday night marked a homecoming of sorts as the Golden Eagle Monogram Club welcomed eight new members who have distinguished themselves over the years through their athletic accomplishments. The final inductee of the evening was a special board honoree, Tyrone native John Zimmers, who has been golf course superintendent at world renowned Oakmont Country Club since 1999.
Sunday Bulletin Board
KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS COUNCIL 8075 FREE THROW SHOOTING: The Knights of Columbus Council 8075 Free Throw Contest will be held today at the Northern Blair Recreation Center in Tipton. Boys and girls ages 9-14 as of Jan. 1, 2017 are eligble, and proof of registration is required.
Grimme makes history for Jaspers
Grimme, a 6-foot-2 junior, became the school’s all-time blocks leader with two in a 73-64 loss to Rider. The old record was held by Nadia Peters, who did it in four years.
Patrice Evra would have done everything to re-join Manchester United
The left-back was linked with a return to Old Trafford this month, two-and-a-half years after he departed for Juventus. Ultimately the 35-year-old joined Marseille instead, however his representative Federico Pastorello has revealed he held talks with Jose Mourinho over a move to Manchester United and that Old Trafford was Evra’s preferred destination.
Federer savors unexpected title over long-time rival Nadal
Switzerland’s Roger Federer kisses his trophy after defeating Spain’s Rafael Nadal during the men’s singles final at the Australian Open tennis championships in Melbourne, Australia, Sunday, Jan. 29, 2017. Switzerland’s Roger Federer celebrates after defeating Spain’s Rafael Nadal during the men’s singles final at the Australian Open tennis championships in Melbourne, Australia, Sunday, Jan. 29, 2017.
Lions’ Matt Prater hits all three kicks in Pro Bowl
Detroit Lions kicker Matt Prater was the only Lions player to reach the Pro Bowl after the team’s – wildcard season. Matt Prater was given a few opportunities as the NFC’s kicker in Sunday’s all-star game and delivered each time.
College Basketball: Ashland whips lifeless Oilers
By ANDY WOLF Staff Writer ASHLAND – Ashland University certainly guarded its home court on Saturday.
Colts hire Kansas City’s Ballard as general manager
Indianapolis Colts owner Jim Irsay is turning to another first-time general manager to get his franchise back on track.
AFC holds on to defeat NFC 20-13 in Pro Bowl
NFC quarterback Dak Prescott , of the Dallas Cowboys, looks to pass, during the first half of the NFL Pro Bowl football game Sunday, Jan. 29, 2017, in Orlando, Fla.
Chelsea player confirms he wants to leave Stamford Bridge: Thi…
Begovic has started just five games in all competitions this season – all coming in the FA Cup and EFL Cup. 50. David Luiz – Luiz’s return to Chelsea came as one of the biggest surprises of the 2016 summer window The goalkeeper, 29, is wanted by Bournemouth and could reportedly move to the Cherries before Tuesday night’s deadline – providing the Blues can sign a replacement.
Spartans complete perfect 3-0 run on boys’ side
The host Spartans went a perfect 3-0 in the varsity boys’ side of the Neelin Invitational Tournament on the weekend. Ethan Goertzen had 22 points and Lucas Vasconcelos added 20 as the Spartans topped the Souris Sabres 91-19 on Saturday afternoon.
Jose Mourinho: I expect Man United to complete this transfer b…
Young has been linked with a move to the Chinese Super League as well as West Brom or a return to Watford . THERE are only three days left of the January transfer window, but plenty more deals should get over the line.
Boys Swimmer: Bergen Catholic surges past Demarest for fifth-straight Bergen County MOC
The tie was part of an unbeaten campaign for Demarest that ended in a Public C title, and it allowed Bergen Catholic to record its fourth-straight victory at the Bergen County Meet of Champions. But neither team was content with a repeat performance, and Bergen Catholic made sure of that, refusing to take its foot off the peddle even with an insurmountable lead heading into the 400 free relay to win its fifth-straight with 237 points to Demarest’s 215 on Sunday evening at Felix Festa Middle School.
Girls Swimming: IHA leaves no doubt to remain undefeated at Bergen County MOC
Immaculate Heart , No. 2 in the NJ.com Top 20, almost tripled the score of its closest competitor by the end of the 50 free.
Queen made me a knight while Donald Trump made me an alien: Mo Farah
London: British athletics legend Mo Farah on Sunday said he was “relieved” to be exempt from an immigration clampdown by US President Donald Trump, while asserting he “fundamentally disagrees” with the policy. Double-double Olympic champion Farah was born in Somalia but has lived in Britain since the age of eight, and was knighted by the Queen this year for his services to British sport.
Work Proceeds Rapidly on New Milwaukee Bucks Complex
… the BMO Harris Bradley Center, which was built in 1988. The new 714,000 sq. ft. (66,332 sq m) arena and multi-purpose sports and entertainment facility is owned by Wisconsin Center District and should be completed in time for the 2018-2019 NBA …