This doesn’t appear to be one of those Kansas teams that will lose to Stanford or Northern Iowa, but you never know. 2. North Carolina – The Tar Heels can put a bow on the ACC regular-season title Monday night at Virginia.
Month: February 2017
Tampa Bay Lightning Highlights: Vladislav Namestnikov Snipes The Five-Hole
Tampa Bay Lightning forward Vladislav Namestnikov raced towards the net where he skillfully sniped the five-hole of Colorado Avalanche goaltender Calvin Pickard. The Tampa Bay Lightning have been putting on quite the show over the course of the last few games; especially when you compare them to a good portion of the 2016-17 season.
High school transgender wrestler wins Texas regional title
A 17-year-old Dallas-area high school transgender wrestler who is transitioning from female to male has won a girls regional championship after a female opponent forfeited the match. Mack Beggs, a Euless Trinity High School junior who is undefeated this wrestling season, hugged losing opponent Madeline Rocha, from Coppell, on the victory stand Saturday after their match for the 110-pound Class 6A Region 2 championship never took place when Rocha declined to wrestle.
Ten times our favourite royals shared the look of love
Every day is Valentine’s Day for some of our favorite royal couples! Click through for our gallery of princes and princesses, kings and queens, sneaking adorable looks of love. Photos: Getty Images Kate and William fell in love when they crossed paths at St. Andrews University in 2001, and it seems like we’ve been watching their loving looks ever since .
Glenn Robinson III soars above the field to win NBA All-Star Dunk Contest
Glenn Robinson III is the NBA’s new dunk king, with an assist to Indiana teammate Paul George, the Pacers’ mascot and a Pacers cheerleader. Robinson leaped over all three, snagging the ball from George along the way before finishing with an emphatic, two-hand, reverse jam, giving him a perfect score – and the title – on his final dunk.
Chris Tanev’s notches first goal of season in overtime as Vancouver Canucks edge Calgary Flames 2-1
Chris Tanev’s goal 34 seconds into overtime gave the Vancouver a Canucks a 2-1 victory over the Calgary Flames on Saturday night. Tanev converted a 2-on-1 with Daniel Sedin.
Chris Tanev’s notches first goal of season in overtime as Vancouver Canucks edge Calgary Flames 2-1
Chris Tanev’s goal 34 seconds into overtime gave the Vancouver a Canucks a 2-1 victory over the Calgary Flames on Saturday night. Tanev converted a 2-on-1 with Daniel Sedin.
Chen holds on to lead to win 4 Continents figure skating
Nathan Chen held off a challenge by Olympic champion Yuzuru Hanyu to win the Four Continents, a figure skating test event for the 2018 Winter Olympics. The American champion, 17, was first after the short program and second in Sunday’s free skate at the Gangneung Ice Arena for a total of 307.46 points.
Chen holds on to lead to win 4 Continents figure skating
Nathan Chen held off a challenge by Olympic champion Yuzuru Hanyu to win the Four Continents, a figure skating test event for the 2018 Winter Olympics. The American champion, 17, was first after the short program and second in Sunday’s free skate at the Gangneung Ice Arena for a total of 307.46 points.
Glenn Robinson III Wins What Many Are Calling The Worst Slam Dunk Contest Of All Time
Let’s be honest: Everyone knew there was no way the 2017 NBA Slam Dunk Contest was going to be able to come close to replicating the magic that Aaron Gordon and Zach LaVine generated last year. Not only did the 2017 contest pale in comparison to 2016, it was pretty darn boring in general and is being called one of the worst of all time.
Glenn Robinson III Wins What Many Are Calling The Worst Slam Dunk Contest Of All Time
Let’s be honest: Everyone knew there was no way the 2017 NBA Slam Dunk Contest was going to be able to come close to replicating the magic that Aaron Gordon and Zach LaVine generated last year. Not only did the 2017 contest pale in comparison to 2016, it was pretty darn boring in general and is being called one of the worst of all time.
Boma Qualifies Twice in Last Chance Meet
Charleston, Ill.-Jamal Boma kept his best performances for the last week of the regular season as the William Penn track and field teams competed at the Eastern Illinois Friday Night Special. Boma not only won the 3,000 and 5,000-meter run competitions, but did so with school record-breaking and, more importantly, national-qualifying times.
Boma Qualifies Twice in Last Chance Meet
Charleston, Ill.-Jamal Boma kept his best performances for the last week of the regular season as the William Penn track and field teams competed at the Eastern Illinois Friday Night Special. Boma not only won the 3,000 and 5,000-meter run competitions, but did so with school record-breaking and, more importantly, national-qualifying times.
Bubble Watch: Winners and losers among NCAA tournament fringe teams
… for violating team rules. Coach Jim LarraA aga used only two players off the bench. The win puts Miami in USA TODAY Sports’ projected field of 68, but there’s no room for the Hurricanes to stub their toe down the stretch. Right now, the best part …
Marburgber erupts for 30 in Central women’s basketball season-ending loss
Central College sophomore forward Claire Marburger exploded for 30 points and eight rebounds in a season-ending 83-68 Iowa Conference women’s basketball loss at Luther College Saturday. “We felt like we came out and played well to begin the game but we didn’t finish the quarter very well,” said coach Chelsea Petersen.
Marburgber erupts for 30 in Central women’s basketball season-ending loss
Central College sophomore forward Claire Marburger exploded for 30 points and eight rebounds in a season-ending 83-68 Iowa Conference women’s basketball loss at Luther College Saturday. “We felt like we came out and played well to begin the game but we didn’t finish the quarter very well,” said coach Chelsea Petersen.
Glenn Robinson III dunks over teammate Paul George,
Glenn Robinson III takes the Slam Dunk title Robinson leaped over teammate Paul George, the Pacers mascot and a cheerleader on his final slam. Check out this story on greenbaypressgazette.com: http://usat.ly/2lviaMB NBA All-Star Saturday was full of excitement including Aaron Gordon’s attempt to dunk with the help of a drone.
Glenn Robinson III dunks over teammate Paul George,
Glenn Robinson III takes the Slam Dunk title Robinson leaped over teammate Paul George, the Pacers mascot and a cheerleader on his final slam. Check out this story on greenbaypressgazette.com: http://usat.ly/2lviaMB NBA All-Star Saturday was full of excitement including Aaron Gordon’s attempt to dunk with the help of a drone.
Hot shooting Central College men’s basketball team routs Luther
Some days the shots fall and Saturday was one of those days for the Central College men’s basketball team dismantling Luther College 105-70 Saturday. In the win, Central broke the school single game record for most 3-pointers made with 24, squashing the previous record of 20. The Dutch were led offensively by junior forward Kyle Smith with 17 points including 5-of-9 from beyond the arc, senior forward Colby Taylor had 12 points and six rebounds, senior forward Austin Glawe had 12 points including 4-of-6 from 3, senior guard Pete Walker had 10 points and six rebounds and junior forward Malik Wildermuth had 10 points, four rebounds and three assists off the bench.
Hot shooting Central College men’s basketball team routs Luther
Some days the shots fall and Saturday was one of those days for the Central College men’s basketball team dismantling Luther College 105-70 Saturday. In the win, Central broke the school single game record for most 3-pointers made with 24, squashing the previous record of 20. The Dutch were led offensively by junior forward Kyle Smith with 17 points including 5-of-9 from beyond the arc, senior forward Colby Taylor had 12 points and six rebounds, senior forward Austin Glawe had 12 points including 4-of-6 from 3, senior guard Pete Walker had 10 points and six rebounds and junior forward Malik Wildermuth had 10 points, four rebounds and three assists off the bench.
Carmelo Anthony finds joy in All-Star festivities despite trade rumors
Carmelo Anthony finds joy in All-Star festivities despite trade rumors Anthony was named to his 10th All-Star team after Kevin Love’s knee injury. Check out this story on greenbaypressgazette.com: http://usat.ly/2m9PXbg Kyrie Irving got into a heated argument with a reporter during All-Star media availability over his recent comments that the Earth is flat.
Carmelo Anthony finds joy in All-Star festivities despite trade rumors
Carmelo Anthony finds joy in All-Star festivities despite trade rumors Anthony was named to his 10th All-Star team after Kevin Love’s knee injury. Check out this story on greenbaypressgazette.com: http://usat.ly/2m9PXbg Kyrie Irving got into a heated argument with a reporter during All-Star media availability over his recent comments that the Earth is flat.
Adam Silver says Charlotte could be in mix for another All-Star game
Adam Silver says Charlotte could be in mix for another All-Star game This year’s All-Star Game was moved as a result of the controversial HB2 law. Check out this story on greenbaypressgazette.com: http://usat.ly/2maHdS5 USA TODAY Sports’ Sam Amick and Jeff Zillgitt discuss commissioner Adam Silver’s press conference that touched on several hut-button issues including the Trump travel ban and Charles Oakley.
Adam Silver says Charlotte could be in mix for another All-Star game
Adam Silver says Charlotte could be in mix for another All-Star game This year’s All-Star Game was moved as a result of the controversial HB2 law. Check out this story on greenbaypressgazette.com: http://usat.ly/2maHdS5 USA TODAY Sports’ Sam Amick and Jeff Zillgitt discuss commissioner Adam Silver’s press conference that touched on several hut-button issues including the Trump travel ban and Charles Oakley.
Nwagbaraocha’s 25-14 Effort Leads WPU Past Graceland
Lamoni-Vashti Nwagbaraocha posted a big double-double to lead the Statesmen women’s basketball team to a 78-70 Heart of America Athletic Conference road win over Graceland Saturday. With the victory, William Penn secured its first winning season since 2012-2013.
Dale Earnhardt Jr. ‘won’t have any regrets’ to keep racing or walk away
Dale Earnhardt Jr. ‘won’t have any regrets’ to keep racing or walk away Dale Earnhardt Jr. said that he is mentally prepared to walk away from racing when the time comes. Check out this story on greenbaypressgazette.com: http://usat.ly/2m9ZCyf DAYTONA BEACH, Fla.
Statesmen Clinch Outright Title in 96-84 Win Over Graceland
Lamoni-Torren Jones was nearly perfect Saturday as the William Penn men’s basketball team defeated Graceland 96-84 in Heart of America Athletic Conference action. #2 WPU tied its season high for consecutive wins with seven and earned the outright league title and #1 seed for the Heart Tournament.
Los Angeles Lakers: Is Demarcus Cousins a good fit?
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Packed Show Set To Be A Classic For English Capital
… be fted with a display of six significant cars from his remarkable career Grand Prix single-seaters and endurance sports cars will rub shoulders with a Porsche 959 of Paris-Dakar fame while a new feature of Car Club Square will be the unique pop-up …
Packed Show Set To Be A Classic For English Capital
… be fted with a display of six significant cars from his remarkable career Grand Prix single-seaters and endurance sports cars will rub shoulders with a Porsche 959 of Paris-Dakar fame while a new feature of Car Club Square will be the unique pop-up …
Glenn Robinson III takes the Slam Dunk title, Eric Gordon the three…
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. Glenn Robinson III, thanks to a perfect score dunk in the final round of the NBA Slam Dunk Contest, was the winner.
Glenn Robinson III takes the Slam Dunk title, Eric Gordon the three…
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. Glenn Robinson III, thanks to a perfect score dunk in the final round of the NBA Slam Dunk Contest, was the winner.
Cricket Australia boss James Sutherland says Big Bash League clubs…
Cricket Australia have washed their hands of the decision to award Canberra a Big Bash League game next season, with the clubs set to have the final say. The ACT government are keen to bring elite men’s cricket to Manuka Oval and BBL matches loom as the most likely option.
Varnado helps Troy roll past Coastal Carolina 87-78
Jordon Varnado scored 17 points, DeVon Walker scored 13 with 10 rebounds, and Troy led wire-to-wire in an 87-78 win over Coastal Carolina on Saturday. Troy led 48-37 at the break before Elijah Wilson’s 3 cut it to 48-40 seven seconds into the second half.
FAU hits 15 3-pointers in 94-82 win over Southern Miss
Gerdarius Troutman hit seven 3-pointers and scored 25 points, both career highs, Adonis Filer made 9 of 10 free throws and finished with 17 points and Florida Atlantic pulled away in the second half to beat Southern Miss 94-82 on Saturday night. Troutman was 9-of-12 shooting, Filer was 4 of 4 from the field and Justin Massey scored 14 points, including four 3s.
Rain delays start of exhibition Clash at Daytona
The rain began during driver introductions Saturday night for the exhibition race. The Clash is the first event leading into the Feb. 26 season-opening Daytona 500.
North Dakota St tops Western Illinois 100-91 in 2OT
Carlin Dupree scored six of his season-high 22 points in the second overtime and North Dakota State remained tied for the Summit League lead with a 100-91 win over eighth-place Western Illinois on Saturday. Dupree’s free throws 38 seconds into the second overtime made it 89-87 and the Bison never trailed thereafter.
After slow start, Lumberjacks pick up victory
Kevon Harris scored 14 points and TJ Holyfield 13 and Stephen F. Austin recovered from a dismal start to beat Southeastern Louisiana 60-52 on Saturday night for its fourth straight win. The Lumberjacks remained a game back of first-place New Orleans in the Southland Conference with the two teams facing off on Thursday.
Haney’s 7 3s power LMU over Pepperdine 82-61
Steven Haney tied a career high with seven 3s and scored 25 points, and Loyola Marymount made 16 of 28 from long range en route to an 82-61 win over Pepperdine on Saturday. Haney finished 7 of 12 from beyond the arc, Brandon Brown went 4 of 5 to finish with 14 points, and Buay Tuach made 3 of 6 and scored 13 points for the Lions .
Maple Leafs adding four to Legends Row
The Toronto Maple Leafs announced four additions to their monuments display outside Air Canada Centre on Saturday evening with Wendel Clark, Red Kelly, Frank Mahovlich and Charlie Conacher completing a set of 14 franchise greats from the first 100 years of the organization. “But what we’ve said is we’d be thrilled to death to have to get some architects down there to Legends Row to figure out a way to extend the bench,” said Shanahan during the first intermission of a tilt between the Leafs and Ottawa Senators.