Not every highly touted prospect works out. Just because a player dunked on everyone in high school and has a highlight tape that looks more like and And1 Mixtape than video of an AAU game doesn’t always mean he’ll turn into a star.
Month: January 2017
Roger Federer loses close match to Zverev at Hopman Cup
Roger Federer found himself overmatched _ just _ by a younger and stronger-serving opponent on Wednesday, losing 7-6 , 6-7 , 7-6 to 19-year-old Alexander Zverev of Germany at the Hopman Cup Roger Federer loses close match to Zverev at Hopman Cup Roger Federer found himself overmatched _ just _ by a younger and stronger-serving opponent on Wednesday, losing 7-6 , 6-7 , 7-6 to 19-year-old Alexander Zverev of Germany at the Hopman Cup Check out this story on USATODAY.com: http://usat.ly/2j39V5R FILE – In this July 8, 2016, file photo, Roger Federer of Switzerland returns to Milos Raonic of Canada during their men’s semifinal singles match at the Wimbledon Tennis Championships in London.
Young’s pelvic thrust celebration is nearly NSFW
Young’s pelvic thrust celebration is nearly NSFW Nick “Swaggy P” Young had one of the most memorable NBA bloopers of all time years ago, an… Check out this story on USATODAY.com: http://usat.ly/2j4aT1J Jan 3, 2017; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Nick Young celebrates after a 3-point basket in the first half against the Memphis Grizzlies during a NBA game at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports ORG XMIT: USATSI-324412 ORIG FILE ID: 20170103_lbm_al2_305.JPG Nick “Swaggy P” Young had one of the most memorable NBA bloopers of all time years ago, an infamous moment when he celebrated a shot too early, not realizing his attempt hadn’t fallen.
Frustrated Serena Williams loses in second round at Auckland
Serena Williams lost her second-round match Wednesday at the ASB Classic and the 22-time Grand Slam singles champion didn’t leave quietly Frustrated Serena Williams loses in second round at Auckland Serena Williams lost her second-round match Wednesday at the ASB Classic and the 22-time Grand Slam singles champion didn’t leave quietly Check out this story on USATODAY.com: http://usat.ly/2hQWIzj AUCKLAND, New Zealand – Serena Williams lost her second-round match at the ASB Classic and the 22-time Grand Slam singles champion, frustrated by swirling winds, didn’t leave quietly. “At least I can get out of these conditions,” No.
Simon Francis was shown a straight red after leaving Aaron Ramsey on the floor
Bournemouth have announced they have appealed against the red card shown to Simon Francis in the 3-3 draw with Arsenal on Tuesday night. Francis was shown a straight red by referee Michael Oliver following a challenge on Aaron Ramsey with the score at 3-2, before Arsenal went on to score a late equaliser at Dean Court.
Bengals’ Pacman Jones accused of head-butting cops, spitting
Bengals cornerback Adam “Pacman” Jones is arraigned Tuesday Jan. 3, 2017 in Hamilton County Municipal Court, in Cincinatti, after be charged with a felony charge of harassment with a bodily substance. He is also charged with assault, disorderly conduct and obstructing police.
New York Rangers: Five Thoughts Through 40 Games
The New York Rangers have completed their first 40 games of the season, providing plenty of room for analysis. Let’s take a look at the season thus far.
Chicago Bulls vs. Cleveland Cavaliers: Live Stream, How to Watch, Game Info
The last time the Chicago Bulls met up with the Cleveland Cavaliers, LeBron James wore a full Chicago Cubs uniform to the United Center, Rajon Rondo had a triple-double, and the Bulls defeated the defending world champions, 111-105. Since that six-point win over James and the Cavaliers, the Bulls have gone 6-11, Rondo is completely out of the rotation , and the Bulls are barely clinging to the eighth seed in the Eastern Conference race where just about everyone not named the Sixers or Nets has a shot at the postseason.
Hopman Cup 2017: Old man Federer beaten by young gun Zverev in three-set thriller
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Swimming is a skill every school should teach
Skip to navigation Skip to content Skip to footer View text version of this page Help using this website – Accessibility statement Join today and you can easily save your favourite articles, join in the conversation and comment, plus select which news your want direct to your inbox. Emergency Services Minister David Elliott is quoted as saying his government “cannot be at every beach, river and creek to save swimmers” .
Eoin Morgan’s last-ball six keeps Sydney Thunder hopes alive
Sydney Thunder 168-4 beat Melbourne Stars 166-8 by six wickets 16th match, Big Bash League, Sydney Showground Stadium Scorecard Eoin Morgan signed off from Big Bash League in style after scoring a six off the final ball to keep the chances of Sydney Thunder alive in the tournament after completing a chase of 167 with six wickets in hand against Melbourne Stars in the 16th match of the Big Bash League at Sydney Showground Stadium. Sydney Thunder won the toss and opted to field first.
FA Cup 2017: 3rd-Round TV Schedule, Live Stream, Odds and Predictions
One of the most famous competitions in world football begins in earnest on Friday, as the FA Cup opens its doors to Premier League and Championship teams. The third round witnesses the big guns of the top flight entering the tournament, as Manchester United attempt to defend the trophy they won in May under former manager Louis van enters his first FA Cup tournament in charge of Manchester City, but he will have to overcome West Ham United on Friday to proceed to the next stage.
The Columbus Blue Jackets are closing in on NHL history
The Columbus Blue Jackets moved one step closer to NHL history as they won for the 16th time in a row. A 3-1 win over the Edmonton Oilers leaves them one short of the record 17 successive victories registered by the Pittsburgh Penguins in 1993.
Nick Young stars as the Los Angeles Lakers dominate the Memphis Grizzlies
The Lakers stopped a three-game losing streak thanks to 20 points from Nick Young and a double-double from Julius Randle, consisting of 14 rebounds and 11 assists. Kawhi Leonard threw 25 points for the San Antonio Spurs in their 110-82 success over the Toronto Raptors, while DeMarcus Cousins, who scored 31 points, led the Sacramento Kings to a 120-113 victory against the Denver Nuggets.
Group swept off rocks by freak wave at Australian coast
At least four people have been hospitalised after being hit by a large wave and swept off rocks off the New South Wales Coast in Australia. Ten people have been taken to hospital after a “freak wave” swept a large group of people off rocks at an Australian coast.
Man Utd to battle with Liverpool, Everton and Man City for two…
That’s according to ESPN who say Manchester United, Manchester City, Liverpool and Everton are all keen on the youngsters. Bedeau and Styles have made it into the Shakers’ first team in recent weeks and that has not gone unnoticed.
Blue Jackets Extend Streak To 16 Games, Within 1 Of Record
Cam Atkinson and William Karlsson scored power-play goals and the Columbus Blue Jackets beat the Edmonton Oilers 3-1 on Tuesday night to extend their winning streak to 16 games – one away from the longest ever in the NHL.
Sport24.co.za | Serena bundled out of Auckland Classic
Top seed Serena Williams suffered a shock defeat to fellow American Madison Brengle in the second round of the WTA Auckland Classic on Wednesday to bring an abrupt end to her return to the court. In her first tournament since losing in the semi-finals of the US Open four months ago, Williams was bundled out 6-4, 6-7 , 6-4 by the world number 72 in a two-hour, 13-minute arm wrestle.
Thank you Valeri much, Carl
OLIVER Bozanic says Carl Valeri’s return to Melbourne Victory’s midfield this season has helped his game go to the next level. But while both he and his team are in a purple patch, Bozanic insists he still has more to give as an in-form Victory continues to make its run at ladder-leader Sydney FC.
Why Antonis joined Wanderers
Football: Socceroo Robbie Kruse is set to be given a release from Bayer Leverkusen to take up a deal in the Chinese Super League. SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA – NOVEMBER 02: Terry Antonis of Sydney FC reacts after a missed shot on goal during the round four A-League match between Sydney FC and the Central Coast Mariners at Allianz Stadium on November 2, 2014 in Sydney, Australia.
Surf Life Saving New Zealand: Two fewer drown this holiday period
Surf Life Saving New Zealand national lifesaving manager Allan Mundy said poor weather and fewer people swimming might have contributed to decreased fatalities. PHOTO/Bay of Plenty Times Figures released from Water Safety New Zealand today show the preventable drowning toll for the official holiday period is eight, with two of them classified as beach drownings.
FDSH girls roll past J-Hawks
We started well, which you never know if you will on the road. With this being the first game back, first day at school and all those factors, it was nice to see.
Zach Lowe Q&A with Nikola Jokic
If you’ve been following ESPN’s Zach Lowe this season, you’ll know he’s been very vocal about his affection for Nikola Jokic . Lowe was in Oakland on Monday night for the game against the Golden State Warriors and was able to sit down with the Joker himself prior to tip-off.
Predators Subban dealing with new injury, feels better daily
P.K. Subban is dealing with something he’s never had before but is seeing daily improvement with the upper-body injury that has kept the Norris Trophy winner out of the Predators’ lineup since Dec. 15. “It’s difficult, but at the same token I’m optimistic,” Subban said Tuesday . “I’ve been pretty lucky my whole career to play in pretty much all the games and just so happens that this is just the way it went for me this time.
Kansas Jayhawks guard Sviatoslav Mykhailiuk (10) watches
Kansas gets away with travel on game-winner WELP. Check out this story on muskego-newberlinnow.com: http://usat.ly/2j2YdIv Kansas Jayhawks guard Sviatoslav Mykhailiuk watches the replay of his final score for the win over the Kansas State Wildcats at Allen Fieldhouse.
Maple Leafs bring back the past to inspire young lineup
In this Jan. 1, 2017 file photo, Toronto Maple Leafs center Mitch Marner celebrates his goal with teammates James van Riemsdyk , Tyler Bozak and Nikita Zaitsev during the third period of the NHL Centennial Classic hockey game in Toronto. The franchise is celebrating its 100th year while also trying to move past half a century without a championship.
Bengals’ Pacman Jones accused of head-butting cops, spitting
… the Bengals signed him in 2010 and he became a regular starting defensive back and punt returner. ___ AP Sports Writer Joe Kay in Cincinnati contributed to this report. ___ Follow Dan Sewell at …
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The state at 1:30 p.m. All times EST.Oskar Garcia, assistant sports editor for the east region of the AP, can be reached at ogarcia@ap.org, or by office phone at 215-446-6632 or cellphone at 702-285-3000.
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Washington basketball teams split wins at Fort Madison
The Washington Demons basketball teams split wins Tuesday, Jan. 3, at Fort Madison. The girls won their game while the boys fell by a final score of 59-72.
Brad Brownell angrily confronted Roy Williams
Brad Brownell angrily confronted Roy Williams Both coaches declined to tell reporters details afterwards. Check out this story on USATODAY.com: http://usat.ly/2hQzrgI After North Carolina beat Clemson 89-86 in overtime on Tuesday night, Tigers coach Brad Brownell confronted Tar Heels coach Roy Williams as the players were shaking hands.
Meet the two guys (not named Tony Romo) who got their jobs taken by…
They are Matt Smith and Tyler Russell. They are the guys Dak Prescott rather abruptly replaced in high school and college.
Blue Jackets extend run to 16 with win over Oilers
The Columbus Blue Jackets now own the second-longest winning streak in NHL history after beating the Edmonton Oilers 3-1 Tuesday night. The Blue Jackets have won 16 in a row.
Berry’s career night leads No. 14 North Carolina
Joel Berry II had a career-high 31 points and Kennedy Meeks’ basket with 1:12 left in overtime put No.
LSU Football: Jarvis Landry and Odell Beckham Jr. set reception record
Former LSU Football offensive stars Jarvis Landry and Odell Beckham Jr. have been elite NFL wide receivers since the day they stepped on the gridiron in 2014. Some analysts even calling Beckham Jr. and Landry two of the best wide receivers in the past decade.
Thomas Chabot leads the way for Team Canada’s defence
Thomas Chabot #5 of Team Canada skates the puck against Tomas Soustal #15 of Team Czech Republic during the 2017 IIHF World Junior Championship quarterfinal game at the Bell Centre on January 2, 2017 in Montreal, Quebec, Canada. Thomas Chabot #5 of Team Canada skates the puck against Tomas Soustal #15 of Team Czech Republic during the 2017 IIHF World Junior Championship quarterfinal game at the Bell Centre on January 2, 2017 in Montreal, Quebec, Canada.
Tomlinson, J. Taylor, Dawkins are Hall of Fame finalists
First-year eligibles LaDainian Tomlinson, Jason Taylor and Brian Dawkins are among 15 modern-era finalists for the Pro Football Hall of Fame.
Hamilton West (37) at Ewing (66) – Girls Basketball
Mya Grimes scored a game-high 16 points and added eight rebounds to lead Ewing to a 66-37 win over Hamilton West in Ewing Township. Cayla Sexton added 14 points, six assists and four rebounds, Kiyla Peterson finished with 13 points and six assists, Jaycee Lowe chipped in 12 points, and Chibuzo Amonu had four points and a team-high 15 rebounds for Ewing.
Old Bridge (47) at East Brunswick (59) – Boys Basketball
Ralph hit nine 2-pointers to lead an offense that also received 14 points from Joe Sampson. Kyle Parris scored 14 points and Rich Calandrino added 12 for Old Bridge.
Ranji Trophy 2016-17, Day 4 LIVE Streaming: Watch knockout games’ live telecast online
Four of the big sides in Indian domestic cricket play crucial ties as defending champions Mumbai go head to head against former champions Tamil Nadu at the Saurashtra Cricket Association Stadium in Rajkot, while former champions Gujarat take on Jharkhand at the Vidarbha Cricket Association Ground in Nagpur, on Day Four of the semi-final of the ongoing Ranji Trophy 2016-17 on Wednesday. The live streaming of the Day Three will be available on Hotstar while the live telecast will be broadcast on Star Sports HD 4 and Star Sports 4. It would be interesting to see who among the either of the four sides makes it to the final.