Month: January 2017

Badger fans celebrate at Union South watch party

The excitement and trepidation was very real as Badger fans young, and old gathered to watch the Cotton Bowl game at Union South in Madison, Monday. The lively atmosphere and camaraderie with old college friends is what drew the Showalter family to the popular spot.

New CEO, president at Eastern Bank

The Kennett High hockey team is cruising along. The Eagles, fresh off winning their holiday tournament for the first time, beat Hollis/Brookline-Derryfield 5-1 on Monday at Ham Arena in… – Eastern Bank announced a new chief executive officer Monday, promoting from within the nation’s oldest mutual bank.

Columbus Blue Jackets fan ‘Dancing Kevin’ loses 160 pounds

The Columbus Blue Jackets fan known as the obese “Dancing Kevin” who displays his painted belly at hockey games has lost more than 160 pounds. Kevin Schroeder tells The Columbus Dispatch he weighed more than 370 pounds a year ago, had distanced himself from his friends, and considered letting “nature take its course.”

Alice Springs teen cricketer makes her Big Bash debut

The standard of Australian women’s cricket is better than that of the men’s, says a teenaged player from Alice Springs who made her debut at the Women’s Big Bash League competition. Tabatha Saville did not know until the morning of the Adelaide Strikers and Sydney Sixes match that she had been selected to play on Monday.

Niles, Martin, Cohen lead Lady Conchs to favorable finish

In their second year competing in the Orange Classic, the Key West High girls’ soccer team finished with a 1-0-2 record against some very strong competition. Key West head coach Scott Paul said this event, which was played Dec. 28-30, 2016 in Plantation, is a good opportunity to compete against strong teams and expose his players to college coaches.

OU caps strong finish with win over Auburn

Oklahoma might have missed out on the College Football Playoff, but it made the most of its postseason opportunity – and perhaps set itself up for a strong run in 2017 – with a 35-19 thrashing of Auburn in the Allstate Sugar Bowl. The game was close in the first half with the Sooners leading 14-13 at halftime, but out of the locker room, the Sooners scored first and put the pressure on an Auburn offense that was without starting quarterback Sean White .

Sugar Bowl 2017: Auburn vs. Oklahoma Live Score Updates

Oklahoma head coach Bob Stoops, left, and Auburn head coach Gus Malzahn shake hands during a photo opportunity with the Sugar Bowl trophy in New Orleans, Sunday, Jan. 1, 2017, for the upcoming Sugar Bowl NCAA college football game, which will be played Jan. 2. meets Oklahoma in the 2017 Sugar Bowl on Monday, Jan. 2, 2017, at the Mercedes Benz Superdome in New Orleans, La. The Tigers, ranked fifth in the nation in total defense will contend with quarterback Baker Mayfield and receiver Dede Westbrook, who lead the Sooners.

Raiders head into playoffs with uncertainty at quarterback

Oakland Raiders quarterback Matt McGloin sits on the sideline with an injury during the first half of the team’s NFL football game against the Denver Broncos, Sunday, Jan. 1, 2017, in Denver. Oakland Raiders quarterback Connor Cook fumbles in the second half of an NFL football game against the Denver Broncos, Sunday, Jan. 1, 2017, in Denver.

Tyeler Davison to undergo shoulder surgery

Saints defensive tackle Tyeler Davison works in defensive agility drills during the Saints training camp practice Friday in White Sulphur Springs, WVa. Saints defensive tackle Tyeler Davison works in defensive agility drills during the Saints training camp practice Friday in White Sulphur Springs, WVa.

Rose Parade features colorful floats, heavy police security

The colorful and lively Rose Parade marched safely Monday under cloudy skies and the watchful presence of more than 1,000 law enforcement officers. No major problems were reported after security and other safety measures were beefed up for the 128th annual parade as a response to several terror attacks in Europe in the past year.

Thanks, John Ross

John Ross, Washington’s star kick returner, defensive back and wide receiver has elected to exit Washington and depart for the NFL draft following a record-setting junior season that saw his Huskies make its first-ever push into the college football playoffs. Washington WR John Ross is foregoing his senior year and declaring for the NFL Draft, per @AdamSchefter .

Winter Classic brought a buzz to St. Louis, says Hall of Famer Hull

Former St. Louis Blues’ Brett Hull warms up during the winter classic alumni outdoor hockey game against the Chicago Blackhawks at Busch Stadium, Saturday, Dec. 31, 2016, in St. Louis. Former St. Louis Blues’ Brett Hull skates the puck into his offensive zone as former Chicago Blackhawks’ Adam Burish follows behind during the winter classic alumni outdoor hockey game at Busch Stadium, Saturday, Dec. 31, 2016, in St. Louis.

Serena shakes out rust to advance in Auckland

World number two Serena Williams shook out any cobwebs from four months away from tennis with a 6-3 6-4 victory over France’s Pauline Parmentier in the first round of the Auckland Classic on Tuesday. The 35-year-old had not played a competitive match since she lost to Karolina Pliskova in the semi-finals of the U.S. Open last September, withdrawing from all tennis to deal with a persistent shoulder injury.

Packers, Giants hottest teams in NFC

When the Giants lost at Lambeau Field nearly 3 months ago, they fell to 2-3 on the season, but they responded by winning their next 6 games, and 9 of their final 11. We are all aware that the Packers won their 6th straight game last night to capture the NFC North and earn the right to host the Giants in a Wild Card game here on Sunday. So whose side will big momentum be on Sunday? “I think both teams come into this game with a lot of momentum, a lot of confidence, and with that it is going to be an excellent competition.

Fans celebrate Badgers win in Cotton Bowl

There was plenty to cheer about at the Bad Badger Sports Bar in downtown Appleton Monday afternoon- where fans gathered to watch the Cotton Bowl and the Badgers pull out a win over previously undefeated Western Michigan. Dave Salvo of Freedom said,”Badgers, yeah, I knew they were having a good game, good season, loved them, wanted to see them win, and they came out and pulled it off.”

3 released in Dakota Access pipeline stadium protest

Three people who were arrested after Dakota Access pipeline protesters rappelled from the roof of the Minnesota Vikings’ stadium to unfurl a banner were released from jail Monday with charges pending. The Vikings’ season finale against the Chicago Bears was not interrupted by the protest Sunday, but eight rows of fans seated below the banner at U.S. Bank Stadium were cleared as a precaution.

9 Ways You Can Start Fresh in the New Year

Perhaps you fared better on a personal level, or maybe you, too, won’t miss the year that was. Wherever you stand, it’s time now to look ahead at the new year and the many new opportunities it will bring – both in your career and in terms of your general well-being.

Maris Museum Burglary Remains Unsolved

… know they were upset by what happened,” Heaton told the Sun. “We appreciate that.” Rich is the editor and founder of Sports Collectors Daily. A broadcaster and writer for more than 30 years and a collector for even longer than that, he’s usually …

E105 Mello-Mint Set A True Rarity

… ill fetch a few hundred dollars. They’re not plentiful on eBay but there are a few . Anson Whaley is a contributor to Sports Collectors Daily and has been an avid pre-war and vintage card collector for more than 20 years. Email him at

Coyotes claim Burmistrov off waivers from Winnipeg

The Arizona Coyotes have claimed centre Alexander Burmistrov from the Winnipeg Jets and recalled defenceman Kevin Connauton from the Tucson Roadrunners of the AHL. Burmistrov had two assists in 23 games with the Jets this season and has 30 goals with 51 assists in 298 career games.

Man United beats 10-man West Ham for 6th successive win

Manchester United benefited from a controversial red card and an equally debatable goal to beat 10-man West Ham 2-0 in the English Premier League on Monday, earning a sixth successive victory. Substitute Juan Mata gave United the lead before Zlatan Ibrahimovic secured victory from what clearly appeared to be an offside position, after referee Mike Dean had controversially dismissed Sofiane Feghouli in the opening stages.

York: 49ers need culture change after firing coach, GM

Two years after asking to be held accountable if his San Francisco 49ers fall short of winning the Super Bowl, team CEO Jed York was back on stage having fired two more coaches, a general manager, and seen his team post a 7-25 record. York apologized Monday for a 2-14 record this season that he called embarrassing, and repeatedly said the organization needed a “clean slate” in order to re-establish a “championship culture.”

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