Kentucky seniors Dominique Hawkins and Derek Willis have enjoyed a four-year courtside view of Kentucky’s turnstile of talented players, in addition to all those challenging practices against future NBA draft picks. Those experiences had to pay off for the home-grown duo, though the result is something rare for the No.
Month: February 2017
Raptors guard Lowry to have surgery, expected to miss rest of regular-season
Toronto Raptors guard Kyle Lowry celebrates after sinking a three-pointer during second half NBA basketball action against the Charlotte Hornets in Toronto on Wednesday, Feb. 15, 2017. The Raptors have announced that all-star guard Lowry will have surgery on his right wrist.
Leafs get Brian Boyle from Tampa, the centre Mike Babcock has been looking for
Tampa Bay Lightning centre Brian Boyle takes a pass in front of Columbus Blue Jackets goaltender Joonas Korpisalo and William Karlsson during the second period of an NHL hockey game Friday, Jan. 13, 2017, in Tampa, Fla. The Toronto Maple Leafs have plugged a year-long hole at the fourth-line centre spot, swinging a trade with the Lightning for Boyle on Monday afternoon.
Kansas City Chiefs sign Canadian Laurent Duvernay-Tardif to five-year extension
Kansas City Chiefs guard Laurent Duvernay-Tardif, right, looks on during the NFL football training camp, Sunday, Aug. 7, 2016, in St. Joseph, Mo. The Chiefs are reportedly close to rewarding Canadian offensive lineman Duvernay-Tardif.THE CANADIAN PRESS/AP-Dougal Brownlie/The St. Joseph News-Press via AP It’s been a meteoric rise for the 25-year-old native of Mont-St-Hilaire, Que.
Men’s Golf Tied for Eighth in Cabo
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. Through two rounds of play at the Querencia Cabo Collegiate, the Florida State Men’s Golf team is tied for eighth at 12-over .
Argentine midfielder Roalses signs on for second stint with Whitecaps
The club announced Tuesday that it has signed the Argentine midfielder to a Major League Soccer contract for 2017, with a club option for 2018. The 36-year-old Rosales returns to Vancouver following one season with FC Dallas, where he helped the Texan side win their first US Open Cup and MLS Supporters’ Shield awarded to the team with the best regular-season record.
Report: Chiefs “working” to make Eric Berry the NFL’s highest-paid safety
The Chiefs are trying to finalize a deal with safety Eric Berry that would make Berry the NFL’s highest-paid safety, NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport reported Monday. Getting that deal done soon would not only keep Berry off the market but would give the Chiefs the chance to use their franchise tag on nose tackle Dontari Poe instead of using it on Berry.
Philadelphia Flyers Brandon Manning Suspended
Philadelphia Flyers defenseman Brandon Manning has been suspended for 2 games due to a hit delivered on Penguins forward Jake Guentzel during Saturday night’s stadium series game. The NHL said Monday that Manning will lose more than $10,833 in salary.
Michigan State Basketball: 3 things we learned from Wisconsin win
The regular season is in its final week and we are still learning things about Michigan State basketball. After an emotional win on Sunday evening over the No.
Whitecaps eager to right wrongs of 2016
The Vancouver Whitecaps have stood in front of reporters over the last three seasons insisting the goals would eventually come. It didn’t matter how often a striker looked skyward after blasting a golden opportunity into the 20th row, or buried face in hands following another scuffed effort.
Knicks waive Brandon Jennings, lose Joakim Noah to surgery
If the New York Knicks are going to make a playoff push, it will come without two of the key veterans they signed last summer. Noah will have left knee surgery, a person with knowledge of the details told The Associated Press.
David Wagner and Garry Monk given touchline bans
David Wagner and Garry Monk have been handed touchline bans by the Football Association for their roles in the touchline melee that marred Huddersfield’s win over Leeds earlier this month. Terriers boss Wagner has been handed a two-game ban while Monk will serve a one-match suspension after the pair were sent to the stands following a clash that sparked ugly scenes at the John Smith’s Stadium.
Federer wins first match since winning Australian Open
Back on court, Roger Federer won his first match since claiming his 18th Grand Slam title at the Australian Open. The third-seeded Federer beat Benoit Paire 6-1, 6-3 on Monday to move into the second round of the Dubai Tennis Championships.
Lewis Hamilton and Mercedes set blistering pace during testing in Barcelona
Lewis Hamilton started the new Formula One season where he left off as Mercedes set a blistering pace on the opening day of testing in Barcelona on Monday. Hamilton – winner of the final four grands prix of last year, but who finished runner-up to the now retired Nico Rosberg – had to wait until after lunch to get his first real taste of the car which he hopes will fire him to a fourth world championship.
Dubai Tennis Championships: Federer off to smooth start
Roger Federer took the opening step in his bid for a record eighth title at the Dubai Tennis Championships on Monday with a comprehensive 6-1, 6-3 defeat of Benoit Paire. Federer, playing his first match since winning a record 18th Grand Slam title a month ago in Melbourne over Rafael Nadal, had been unsure of his form after dealing with a leg injury picked up at the Australian Open combined with a month off court after his title triumph.
Early look: What to like about No. 20 South Florida in 2017
… bring in big name Charlie Strong. Check out this story on USATODAY.com: http://usat.ly/2lN2bZP Each week, USA TODAY Sports will give a more detailed look at the teams listed on our early top 25 for the 2017 college football season. Up next: No. 20 …
Browns release veteran WR Andrew Hawkins
The team cut ties with the veteran wide receiver on Monday, terminating his contract after three seasons and leaving the Browns without one of their most respected players. Hawkins, who signed with Cleveland as a free agent in 2014 after three years with Cincinnati, released a video in which he thanked Cleveland’s fans and owners Dee and Jimmy Haslam, and wished his teammates well.
No. 17 Duke: Allen, Jefferson game-time decisions vs. FSU
Duke coach Mike Krzyzewski says he doesn’t know if injured upperclassmen Grayson Allen and Amile Jefferson will play Tuesday night against No. 15 Florida State No.
Report: MLB wants a baseball with natural tack to eliminate the need for foreign substances
… tar and sun screen. “We think we’re close now,” Mike Thompson, an executive vice president at Rawlings, told Yahoo Sports. “We’re just waiting for MLB to give us the go-ahead on when they want it.” Pitchers commonly resort to rubbing dirt, sweat, …
Mercedes shows no let up to start Formula One preseason
Mercedes dominated the first day of Formula One preseason testing on Monday, sending a message that the overhaul of regulations may not derail the three-time defending champion. Mercedes shows no let up to start Formula One preseason Mercedes dominated the first day of Formula One preseason testing on Monday, sending a message that the overhaul of regulations may not derail the three-time defending champion.
Nova Scotia studios bring their A-Game to GDC 2017
… large media and entertainment leaders. While there, they will be releasing the trailer for their new virtual reality sports game, Gunball. Gunball will be released this spring on Steam, and mimics a tennis game, with a twist. Gunball revels in the …
Maryland Lacrosse: Terps will go as far as their attackmen will carry them
Even with the emergence of freshman Jared Bernhardt, the Terrapins will rely on their talented group of attackmen to lead the way in 2017. Through four games this season, Maryland has accumulated 99 total points.
Flow and Manchester United Team up to deliver the Ultimate Football…
The programme seeks to give youngsters, the chance-of-a-lifetime to participate in a talent development football camp; and even earn a trip to Old Trafford, Manchester to see Man Utd vs Crystal Palace on May 21st 2017. The good news gets even better as registration opens this week for the football competition which runs from March through to May 2017.
West Brom’s Ben Foster on THAT risky turn inside his own box – and the gaffer’s scowl
West Bromwich Albion goalkeeper Ben Foster dare not look towards his livid manager after taking one almighty gamble on the ball in Saturday’s win over Bournemouth.
Is that a joke? Oscar mix-up leads to funny memes, tweets
… suggesting there was some sort of hacking involved in what’s become known as #envelopegate and #oscarsfail. The sports world dished out a few of its own jabs at the expense of the Oscars snafu. Green Bay quarterback Aaron Rodgers tweeted : “Derek …
Portable Soccer Goals Company Offers Fun-Filled Family Program
Farpost Goals made their name by creating an aluminum constructed portable soccer goal that is safe, strong, and easy to set up as well as take down. These portable goals are already used by The Vancouver Whitecaps and over 800 soccer clubs across North America.
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Elise Christie has won her battle with her demons and now she says nothing less than gold will do as she looks to become a world champion for the first time. The National Ice Centre-based short track speed skating star’s life was left in tatters after being disqualified three times at the last Winter Olympics.
Kayla Harris pitches perfect game for Pitt softball team
Pitcher Kayla Harris continued her incredible start to the season with an unbelievable performance against Southeastern Louisiana on Sunday. The junior not only led Pitt’s softball team to a 5-0 win, but pitched the second perfect game in school history .
Virgil Hunter: Khan-Pacquiao is 50-50; Manny Can Still Fight
BIRMINGHAM, Alabama Virgil Hunter was busy broadcasting fights Saturday night when Amir Khan and Manny Pacquiao confirmed through social media that they’ve come to an agreement to fight April 23. Once he learned the fight figures to happen in two months, Hunter had a lot less hesitation about Khan taking this difficult assignment than when Khan agreed to fight Canelo Alvarez. Hunter considers Khan’s familiarity with Pacquiao and the fact that England’s Khan will be the bigger boxer in this fight as advantages he didn’t have against Alvarez.
Steven Davis finds Southampton’s defeat hard to take
Southampton can take no consolation from their strong EFL Cup final showing after their valiant loss to Manchester United on Sunday, according to Steven Davis. Claude Puel’s Saints were the better side for much of an enthralling final, which was settled by a late Zlatan Ibrahimovic header as United recorded a 3-2 win.
Century Links 2/27: Preparing for Free Agency, and other Seahawks News
NESN.com Seattle Seahawks cornerback Richard Sherman has a game-worn Tom Brady jersey. And no, it’s not THAT jersey, so feel cross him off the list of suspects.
The Little Things: Week 1
Preseason is half a year away, but at least something is kicking off this morning: a new offseason column. Think of “Little Things” as a weekly methodical stroll through the weird, maddening, exhilarating, maddening again, and full-circle-back-to-weird-again season of your 2016 Seattle Seahawks.
Week 1 of college basketball conference tournaments set
… nightcap on Friday at around 8:30. The first two rounds are on the MVC TV Network. Saturday’s semifinals are on CBS Sports Network while CBS has the final on Sunday. (Sioux Falls) — After winning their first Summit League title, South Dakota is the …
Mizzou women rally at Alabama, lock up SEC’s No. 3 seed
The Missouri women’s basketball team locked up a double bye in this week’s SEC tournament with Sunday’s 65-56 comeback win at Alabama in the final game of the regular season. With the win, the Tigers finished tied with Kentucky for third place in the conference but earned the No.
Reports: Knicks plan to waive guard Jennings2017-02-27T13:37:32
During their offseason roster overhaul, the New York Knicks signed free-agent guard Brandon Jennings in hopes he could both spark his career and provide valuable backup minutes for the team. As of this morning, the Knicks are 12th in the Eastern Conference and four games out of the No.
Durant (hand) expected to be OK to play vs. Sixers2017-02-27T13:11:02
No. 1: Cavaliers’ Griffin restocks roster, again — From Kyle Korver to potentially Deron Williams and Andrew Bogut, David Griffin has done it again. The Cleveland Cavaliers’ general manager, under pressure since LeBron James first mentioned needing another “playmaker,” among other things, has replenished a championship roster with pieces needed for a repeat run at the title.
Wake Up, Bronco Nation: Boise State gymnastics moves up; Wrestling; Football camp
It has been a down couple of years for Bronco wrestling, but there are some bright spots. Austin Dewey and Fred Green have been performing well over the year.
Megan Keller Deserves The Patty Kazmaier Award
The ten finalists for the Patty Kazmaier Award , given annually to women’s college hockey’s top player, were just announced this week. Boston College defenseman Megan Keller is Hockey East’s only representative, and – fact, not opinion – is the most deserving player for this year’s award.
Today in History: February 27
The Reichstag, built in 1894 as the German parliament in Berlin, is shown following a fire that destroyed the building on Feb. 27, 1933. On Feb. 27, 1942, the Battle of the Java Sea began during World War II; Imperial Japanese naval forces scored a decisive victory over the Allies.
Oklahoma’s Joe Mixon on punching woman: ‘That’s not me.’ NFL teams will have to decide.
The surveillance camera footage shows Mixon, then a powerful teen-aged football player, unleash a ferocious punch, sending a young woman to the ground, shattering her face. That’s what Mixon did.