2017 U.S. Open to feature select field, improved pattern integrityThe …

The U. S. Open traditionally has been known for its challenging lane conditions and test of versatility, and a new select field and format changes in 2017 are designed to enhance the event’s integrity and prestige. The 2017 U.S. Open will be held at the 40-lane Flamingo Bowl in Liverpool, New York, from Oct. 25-Nov. 1. Competitors again will bowl 24 games of qualifying over three days, but the number of competition lanes will be limited to just 24, so all bowlers will visit the same lanes and see them the same amount of times during qualifying, while each experiencing the three phases of the oil pattern – fresh, burn and double-burn.

Defense: Killer of 2 is star witness, not Aaron Hernandez

Opening stat… The Texas Supreme Court is hearing arguments in a case that conservatives hope will provide an opening to challenge the landmark 2015 ruling legalizing gay marriage nationwide. The Texas Supreme Court is hearing arguments in a case that conservatives hope will provide an opening to challenge the landmark 2015 ruling legalizing gay marriage nationwide.

Young dancing goalie in viral video unfazed by sudden fame, mother says

An eight-year-old Toronto-area hockey goalie whose hip-hop moves on the ice have made him an online sensation is relishing the prospect of being called up to the big leagues – for a dance-off. Noah Young, who plays on a Brampton novice rep team, has been pumping up the crowd with spontaneous on-ice dancing for years, his mother said Wednesday, but it was only once his performance was captured on video and posted online this weekend that he drew international attention.

These kids’ adorable reaction to getting Cavs tickets for Christmas is all of us

Two Iowa teens got their wish this Christmas when their mom gave them tickets to see the Cleveland Cavaliers play at The Q. 14-year-old Kole and 11-year-old Karson Wehde are huge Cavs fans, so they both freaked out in the most adorable way when they realized they would have a chance to see their idols play in person. “At Cleveland? It’s at Cleveland! We’re going to Cleveland!” the two scream in a video captured on their mom, Kim’s, Twitter account.

Colin Kaepernick opting out of 49ers contract

If Colin Kaepernick continues to kneel during the national anthem in 2017, he’ll be doing it from another team’s sideline. Kaepernick is officially set to be a free agent as he plans to opt out of his current contract with the 49ers, according to multiple reports.

APNewsBreak: School led locker room assault investigation

In this May 26, 2016, file photo, an empty school reader board stands in front of the only school building in Dietrich, Idaho. The small community is struggling with the national attention brought by reports that a disabled black football player was raped by his white high school teammates.

Wisconsin Football: Camp Randall celebrating 100 years of existence

In 1917, the Wisconsin Badgers football program unleashed what is now known as a house of horrors for opposing teams. Home to memorable moments, upsets, titles, and more, Camp Randall will be celebrating an historic feat in the 2017 and will be enjoying countless devotions to the football stadium that has severed Wisconsin football for the last century.

State Patrol Seeks Help Locating Semi Driver In Fatal Pedestrian Incident

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Defence: Killer of 2 is star witness, not Aaron Hernandez-Image2

The real killer of two men in a hail of gunfire at a stoplight was not former NFL star Aaron Hernandez but rather the government’s star witness in his double murder trial, his attorney charged Wednesday in opening statements, revealing the defence strategy for the first time. Jose Baez, who is known for winning an acquittal for Florida mom Casey Anthony, said prosecutors want to convict his client so badly that they made “a deal with the devil.”

Lady Demons back into tournament, draw No. 2 Centauri

The Buena Vista High School Girl’s Basketball Team qualified for the State Tournament regional play round in a non-traditional manner when they ended up number 30 in the final RPI rankings. After losing in the pig-tail round of the district tourney and watching as the other teams played out the final rounds of the tournament they ended up a ahead of several of the other teams in the rankings.

Argentine first-division team players robbed at gunpoint

In this May 31, 2016 file photo, journalists stand outside the headquarters of the Argentine Football Association, AFA, in Buenos Aires, Argentina. Argentine soccer is going through a major crisis with several teams not having payed its players salaries in months and with the continuation of the 2017 soccer tournament having stopped for lack of funds.

White Sox’s Abreu to jury: I ate fake passport on way to US-Image1

Chicago White Sox’s Jose Abreu is congratulated after hitting a two-run home run during the fifth inning a spring training baseball game against the Chicago Cubs in Mesa, Ariz., on Feb. 27, 2017. Chicago White Sox first baseman Jose Abreu is up next as a prosecution witness in the trial of a Florida sports agent and a baseball trainer accused of smuggling Cuban players from the communist island.

FIA crack down on wings and suspension

Two days into the 2017 winter testing and the FIA have already issued a clarification/warning over suspensions as well as asked for wing changes. It’s a bit interesting as in the past, these issues have been left until the first race in Melbourne Australia for the race stewards to manage but the FIA have taken a more direct approach in righting perceived wrongs up front.

Kemba Walker scores 30, Hornets rally past Lakers, 109-104

Los Angeles Lakers forward Julius Randle, center, goes up for a shot against Charlotte Hornets during the first half of an NBA basketball game Tuesday, Feb. 28, 2017, in Los Angeles. Los Angeles Lakers forward Julius Randle, center, goes up for a shot against Charlotte Hornets during the first half of an NBA basketball game Tuesday, Feb. 28, 2017, in Los Angeles.

Maverick dancer Polunin seeks to be David Beckham of ballet

Ukrainian ballet dancer Sergei Polunin poses for photographs following an interview with the Associated Press in a central London hotel, Tuesday, Feb. 28, 2017, ahead of the documentary premiere, Dancer, later this week. Polunin became the Royal ballet’s youngest ever principal, and the documentary examines the life and career of the ballet dancer from his early days in the Ukraine, to his performances in the United Kingdom, Russia and America.

Two Cougs take home women’s basketball all-conference honors

The Washington State women are heading to Seattle, where they’ll kick off Pac-12 Tournament play Thursday night against Colorado in the Key Arena. Despite a couple of bright spots, like beating UCLA at home and taking top 25 Kentucky to the brink on the road, it’s been a disappointing season filled with injuries for the Cougs.

Rosie O’Donnell leads…

Rosie O’Donnell, one of Donald Trump’s most outspoken rivals, accused the president of being a lying, power-hungry misogynist during a protest near the White House Tuesday ahead of his joint address to Congress. “This is not Russia,” said O’Donnell.

Chicago Bears Pre-Combine 7-Round Mock Draft

Taking a bad-news-first approach, this is a negative simply because it means the franchise has suffered for years to get to the point where it holds a top-three pick and needs immediate help at many different positions. It also means this could blow up in the face of general manager Ryan Pace in a hurry.

Phillies 2017: Five Key Developing Players

Philadelphia Phillies starter Nola pitches against the Kansas City Royals at Citizens Bank Park in the 2016 season. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-USA TODAY Sports As the Philadelphia Phillies continue to build back towards competitiveness, the development of a handful of their best youngsters is key to 2017 success.

Women’s Hockey Wednesday: Pressure mounts

The Link When Julie Chu began her whirlwind of a hockey season this past September, as both head coach of the Concordia Stingers women’s hockey program and defender for Les Canadiennes of the Canadian Women’s Hockey League, she could never have envisioned winning two playoff series in one single weekend. Sports – The Link With less than a minute left in the game, the Universite de Montreal Carabins were down 3-2.

Report: Bolts forward Filppula turned down trade to Toronto

Earlier this week, the Maple Leafs and Lightning completed a deal that sent Brian Boyle to Toronto for Byron Froese and a second round draft pick, but according to a report from TVA Sports’ Renaud Lavoie, the trade could have been a lot bigger. Filppula can do that because he has a no-movement clause and a modified no-trade clause that allows him to submit a list of 16 teams he’d be willing to go to.

Kane County News Briefs

Benet Academy players celebrate their 59-48 victory over Plainfield East at the Class 4A East Aurora sectional last week. The City of Aurora has taken major steps to improve and expand its emergency warning system to cover the entire community.

White Sox’s Abreu up next in Cuban ballplayer smuggling case

Chicago White Sox first baseman Jose Abreu is up next as a prosecution witness in the trial of a Florida sports agent and a baseball trainer accused of smuggling Cuban players from the communist island. Abreu is scheduled to testify Wednesday in the case against agent Bartolo Hernandez and trainer Julio Estrada.

Andy Carroll returns to training with West Ham

West Ham are banking on Andy Carroll being fit for Chelsea after the striker returned to first-team training at their Rush Green base on Wednesday. Slaven Bilic had hoped to have him back on Tuesday but, with Carroll being monitored closely by the club’s medical department, they decided to give him an additional day.