CBS sportscaster Greg Gumbel will speak at the 47th annual Boypower Dinner in May, the Boy Scouts of America announced Friday. Over four decades in broadcasting Gumbel has become a well-known sports announcer.
Day: March 10, 2017
South Carolina falls to Alabama in SEC Tournament
Braxton Key had 18 points, Riley Norris added 12 and Alabama made 10 of 12 free throws down the stretch in its 64-53 victory over South Carolina on Friday in a Southeastern Conference Tournament quarterfinal. Key made 3 of 4 from the line during the critical stretch that finally gave the Crimson Tide space from the Gamecocks in a tense contest.
Why Davis Cup doesn’t need to jettison its best-of-five-set format
What’s the best part of a Davis Cup weekend? For some, it’s the sight of unbridled patriotic pageantry in a sport with such a coolly globalist ethos. For others, it’s the sound of normally reticent fans letting their preferences and passions be heard at full volume.
Russell Okung signs 4-year, $53M deal with Chargers
Russell Okung is not the best offensive tackle in the league. But this offseason, he was one of the best offensive tackles available – and timing counts.
Kingsa Jake Muzzin fined $2,000 for embellishment
Jake Muzzin’s rocky 2016-17 season continued Friday, when the NHL fined him $2,000 for an embellishment incident during the Kings’ loss March 4 to the Vancouver Canucks at Staples Center, his second offense this season. Muzzin was fined under NHL Rule 64, which is designed to catch players who “repeatedly dive and embellish in an attempt to draw penalties.” Fines are set, starting with the second infraction, and can rise to $5,000 for the fifth offense by the player.
Muhammad Ali’s son says he was detained again at airport
Muhammad Ali Jr. was detained and questioned at a Washington airport before being allowed to board a flight to Fort Lauderdale after meeting with lawmakers to discuss a separate airport detention incident last month, a lawyer for the late heavyweight champion’s son said Friday. Ali and his mother, Khalilah Camacho Ali, were stopped at the Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport after returning from Jamaica on Feb. 7. They to Washington on Wednesday without incident to speak to members of a congressional subcommittee on border security about that experience.
British Cycling to fight back after leaked report lands stinging blows
British Cycling’s board is preparing a robust response to the stinging criticism it has received from an independent review into its “culture and climate”. The review’s damning indictment of its “dysfunctional” and “inept” leadership came in a draft report leaked to the Daily Mail.
Photos: Hugoton girls advance to championship game with 55-37 win over Nemaha Central
Hugoton’s Amy Scott 13) Kathryn Heger force a turnover on Nemaha Central’s Laura Macke during the third quarter of the 3A semi final game Friday, March 10, 2017 at the Sports Arena.
Espanyol defeats Las Palmas 4-3 in Spanish league
Espanyol twice relinquished leads and still beat Las Palmas 4-3 in the Spanish league on Friday, keeping alive its hopes of qualifying for the Europa League next season. The home victory left Espanyol in ninth place, six points behind sixth-place Villarreal, the last team in position to qualify for European competition next season.
Jays reliever TJ House hit on head by line drive
Toronto Blue Jays reliever T.J. House was taken off the field in an ambulance Friday after being hit on the head by a line drive in the ninth inning of a spring training game against the Detroit Tigers.
IndyCar’s Marco Andretti curbs overthinking in bid to win
The best season of Marco Andretti’s career was 11 years ago when he was a raw, unproven rookie without a care in the world.
Glennon gets Bears job, RG3 gets walking papers
It looks like Mike Glennon has a starting job in the NFL. Robert Griffin III no longer has any job.
Marshall hits C-USA tourney-record 19 3s, advances to finals
Jon Elmore scored 21 points on seven 3-pointers, Ryan Taylor had his 40th career double-double and No. 6 seed Marshall hit a Conference USA Tournament-record 19 3s on Friday to beat Louisiana Tech 93-77 Marshall hits C-USA tourney-record 19 3s, advances to finals Jon Elmore scored 21 points on seven 3-pointers, Ryan Taylor had his 40th career double-double and No.
Milan livid after Juve win with stoppage time penalty
AC Milan came within seconds of ending Juventus’ 17-month run of home league wins before a hugely controversial penalty gave the Serie A leaders a 2-1 win in a stormy match on Friday. The penalty was awarded for handball by Mattia De Sciglio although Stephan Lichtsteiner’s cross hit him at point-blank range and, in any case, appeared to strike his stomach rather than his hand.
Alabama tops South Carolina in SEC Tournament
Alabama tops South Carolina in SEC Tournament Braxton Key had 18 points and the Tide made 10 of 12 free throws down the stretch. Check out this story on USATODAY.com: http://usat.ly/2mv0roy Alabama guard Dazon Ingram, left, and South Carolina forward Chris Silva chase after a loose ball during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game at the Southeastern Conference tournament Friday, March 10, 2017, in Nashville, Tenn.
Winnipeg’s Enstrom out with concussion after Sestito hit
Enstrom took a crushing illegal check from behind into the boards by Pittsburgh forward Tom Sestito in the first period Wednesday night in the Jets’ 7-4 loss to the Penguins.
Goodwin: Stats are like bikinis, a It shows a lot, but it doesna t show everythinga
The speedster joins the San Francisco 49ers from the Buffalo Bills, signing a two year deal worth up to $8 million. Goodwin hasn’t yet lit up the scoreboard in his four seasons in the league.
Baker on title drought: ‘We’ll end it here’
… city. That’s my goal. Not just ending it for the organization, but for the whole city.” Baker knows Washington’s pro sports gloom extends beyond baseball and into the three other major sports. Washington’s last championship was the Redskins’ Super …
Redskins consider NFL Network analyst for GM job
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Corry Evans and Craig Cathcart named in Northern Ireland squad to face Norway
Corry Evans has been included in a Northern Ireland squad that has also been boosted by Craig Cathcart’s return for the home World Cup qualifier with Norway later this month. Midfielder Evans has not played in over two months with his ongoing groin issue but his club Blackburn are fine with his selection, while Watford defender Cathcart is available for the first time since the summer’s European Championships having battled his own injury problems.
Mertesacker urges Arsenal to treat Lincoln with respect
Arsenal captain Per Mertesacker admits Lincoln demand respect for their FA Cup exploits this season as the pair meet on Saturday for a place in the semi-finals. The Gunners host the Vanarama National League leaders and go into the match as heavy favourites, despite a recent run of poor form.
Premier League talking points
There may only be four Premier League fixtures this weekend due to the quarter-finals of the FA Cup but the games could have a big impact at both ends of the table. Merseyside rivals Liverpool and Everton have opportunities to strengthen their chances of European qualification, while Bournemouth, Swansea and Hull will all be hoping to boost their survival prospects.
Kevin Pietersen left – heartbroken’ after killing of rhino in Paris zoo
Cricketer Kevin Pietersen said the killing of a rhino in a Paris zoo had left him heartbroken as he continued his campaign against the “destruction” of the species. The former England cricketer was speaking at an event to highlight a Kickstarter campaign aiming to raise A 100,000 for a book on rhinos.
Rabobank Best of The Country – 11th March 2017
It’s the Best of The Country with our mates at Rabobank. Jamie Mackay picks his favourites from the week that was.
Denver Zoo Announce Birth Of Fishing Cat
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Alex Neil sacked: Norwich bin manager, Alan Irvine takes tempo…
The Canaries were thumped 5-1 by Sheffield Wednesday last week to all-but end thier faint play-off hopes. The club said in a statement: “Norwich City can confirm manager Alex Neil’s contract has been terminated with immediate effect.
LANE | Hoosiers Blow Out Iowa in Big Ten Tourney Opener
Indiana played like a team that is not ready to see its season end just yet. The Hoosiers defended well and hit 12-of-20 shots from deep, and put together one of its best games in months in eliminating Iowa from the Big Ten Tournament Thursday in Washington, D.C., 95-73.
Ducks @ Blues PREVIEW: Hockey Notes
The Ducks conclude their weird 2-game Central Division roadtrip with the second of a back-to-back against the St. Louis Blues. The Ducks are running high after stealing a win from the Chicago Blackhawks on the road last night in which they were out-shot 43-26.
Minnesota Football: Spring Position Previews – Running Backs
Spring football under new head coach P.J. Fleck opened up on Tuesday with the team’s first spring practice, and we’ll be previewing each position group in the weeks leading up to the spring game at TCF Bank Stadium on Saturday, April 15. We turn our attention now to the position group almost certain to have the least amount of drama this spring : Running back. Even with a new offensive coordinator in Kirk Ciarrocca, there won’t be a dramatic difference in how the Gophers run the football.
MN United FC set for home opener Sunday
United Sporting Director Manny Lagos stopped by KARE 11 Sunrise Friday to talk about what the match means to the sport of soccer in Minnesota.
Norwich sack Alex Neil after five games without a win
Powering their way to glory: Costa leads Chelsea stars in the gym as they bulk up in hunt for Premier League and FA Cup trophies British hero John Surtees – the only man to win both the F1 and MotoGP world titles – dies in hospital aged 83 Are Brighton ready for Premier League?From slick football in a stunning stadium to free kits for kids turning 7, here’s how they are shaping up for shot at big time ‘United are in great form… jumping all the way from sixth to sixth’: Chelsea mock Mourinho’s men ahead of cup clash Ferrari on fire! Raikkonen goes ever faster than team-mate Vettel just a day after he set new record lap time From Bayern Munich to Lincoln City! Grumpy Sanchez trains with Arsenal as they bid to avoid FA Cup shock by minnows From Shearer throwing ashtrays into the sea to his love of five-a-side, James Brown on how his book became the most popular read on the sport in the … (more)
Staley introduced as coach of US national women’s hoops team
30, 2000, file photo, United States’ Dawn Staley and Nikki McCray, right, celebrate the USA’s victory over Australia in the women’s gold medal basketball game at the 2000 Summer Olympic Games in… . FILE – In this March 5, 2017, file photo, South Carolina head coach Dawn Staley directs her team during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game against Mississippi State in the Southeastern Conference tourna… COLUMBIA, S.C. – Three-time Olympic gold medalist Dawn Staley has been put in charge of keeping the U.S. women’s national basketball team rolling.
The Latest: Colts release CB Robinson in cost-cutting move
The 5-foot-11, 191-pound Robinson played his first five NFL seasons in New Orleans before joining San Diego in 2015. He has 260 tackles, 10 interceptions and one sack in his pro career.
Agent: Redskins QB Cousins signs franchise contract for 2017
Mike McCartney tweeted the news on Friday morning, 10 days after the team placed the tag on Cousins , guaranteeing him a salary of about $24 million for the 2017 season. Cousins made nearly $20 million last season under a tag.
Robert Griffin III to be released by Browns after one year
Robert Griffin III to be released by Browns after one year Robert Griffin III’s pursuit of an NFL career revival won’t carry on in Cleveland. Check out this story on mynorthshorenow.com: http://usat.ly/2mbtRp5 USA TODAY Sports’ Lindsay H. Jones explains what’s next for the Cleveland Browns and Houston Texans after the Brock Osweiler trade.
Jimmy Garoppolo’s agent says Patriots QB’s Instagram account was hacked
… “So grateful for my time in New England. Peace out Boston.” But one of Garoppolo’s agents, Don Yee, told USA TODAY Sports in a text message that “Jimmy’s social media account was hacked” and that he was unaware of any trade talks. The Cleveland …
Vikings sign former Lions OT Riley Reiff
The Vikings announced the deal on Friday. The five-year veteran started 69 games for the Lions, including 48 at left tackle and 14 at right tackle.
Toronto Maple Leafs: Detailed Post-Game vs Flyers
Things got intense, as they are wont to do when the Leafs have a third period lead, but they held out. Nazem Kadri added an empty-net goal and the Toronto Maple Leafs have now won two games in a row.
Potential Bargain signings
I wanted to see if people had any under the radar signings the Colts should pursue that could really help the team. IMO we should try and sign Rex Burkhead.