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Category: Sports
Limiting commercials won’t solve NFL’s TV problem
… is trying to say: there are better, less publicly demanding ways for billionaires to grow their wealth than owning a sports team. But saying they aren’t doing this at least partially because of the money is the sort of thing he could get away with …
Huitema heads to Los Angeles for Canada Soccer camp
Chilliwack FC alum Jordyn Huitema is spending time with Canadian soccer royalty at a Soccer Canada camp in Los Angeles. Chilliwack FC alum Jordyn Huitema is the youngest of 22 players attending a Canadian national women’s soccer training camp in Los Angeles.
Thorns to host preseason tournament that includes Us U-23s
PORTLAND, Ore. – The Portland Thorns are hosting a preseason tournament that will include the U.S. U-23 women’s national team. The Chicago Red Stars and the Houston Dash with also participate in the Spring Invitational tournament, in its second year.
Meme of the Year Nominations
First of all, let me congratulate “Latin Babe Ruth” for winning rookie of the year. He bambino’d his way into our hearts and green posts, and can hopefully avoid that sophomore meme slump.
Johnny Manziel admits he was a ‘douche’ in 2016, now focused on NFL comeback
In this May 26, 2015, file photo, then-Cleveland Browns quarterback Johnny Manziel smiles during an NFL football organized team activity, in Berea, Ohio. Johnny Manziel will be in Houston ahead of the Super Bowl to give fans a chance to take a photo with the 2012 Heisman trophy winner — at a price.
Jason Garrett named Coach of Year by Pro Football Writers
Dallas Cowboys coach Jason Garrett was named the NFL Coach of the Year by the Pro Football Writers Association after leading his team to 13-3 record, including a club-record 11-game winning streak. Now with that award in his pocket, Garrett should be the favorite for AP NFL Coach of the Year honors, which will be announced the night before the Super Bowl.
NFF may go after England U-20 striker Lookman, Bewarang says
Bitrus Bewarang, the National Technical Director of Nigeria Football Federation , says the Federation wants to persuade 19-year-old Everton FC striker Ademola Lookman to play for Nigeria rather than England. He has already played for the England Under-19s and U-20s but can switch allegiances because he is yet to play for the senior side.
Bruno Zuculini: Out on loan for rest of season
The 23-year-old Argentinian has yet to make a league appearance for City since joining in 2014 from Racing Club and has spent the interim period on a succession of loan deals, including stints at Valencia, Middlesbrough and AEK Athens. The Argentinian moved to Rayo Vallecano on a season-long loan last November but, after making nine appearances for the Spanish second division side, he has now moved to Italy.
Miami Dolphins make internal coaching changes with new hires
The Miami Dolphins have made three changes to their coaching roster today as Adam Gase fills in the holes on his staff. With the promotion of Matt Burke to defensive coordinator Gase had a hole at linebacker.
Who is that? Falcons’ Gabriel, others make their marks
FILe – In this Oct. 30, 2016, file photo, Green Bay Packers cornerback Demetri Goodson tackles Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Taylor Gabriel in the end zone as Gabriel scores a touchdown during the first of an NFL football game in Atlanta. Gabriel is a big part of Atlanta’s offense entering Sunday’s NFC championship game rematch against the Packers.
Jesus cleared to face Spurs
Manchester City have been cleared to play 19-year-old Brazilian winger Gabriel Jesus against Tottenham on Saturday after formally completing his A 27m move from Palmeiras. Brazil international Jesus agreed a five-year deal with City in August.
Lakers podcast: Is D’Angelo Russell making enough progress?
When you’re the No. 2 overall pick in the draft, you can’t avoid high expectations.
Raiders file Las Vegas relocation papers with NFL
And their fate now rests in the hands of 31 National Football League team owners, who are likely to decide the Raiders’ future sometime over the next two months. In a long-expected move dating to last January when the Raiders began working with Las Vegas and Nevada business and political leaders on a $1.9 billion stadium plan – of which $750 million will be raised by a recently approved Nevada hotel tax hike – the Silver and Black formally field relocation papers with the NFL on Thursday morning.
Stamps bring back national DB Rwabukamba
The Calgary Stampeders have signed national defensive back Chris Rwabukamba. A six-year CFL veteran, Rwabukamba spent the final three weeks of the 2016 season on the Stampeders’ practice roster.
Mt. SACa s Giovanni Lanaro wins coach award
Mt. San Antonio College is considered to have one of the top junior college track and field programs in the country and that success has not gone unnoticed. Mounties pole vault coach Giovanni Lanaro reaped some of the rewards recently.
Whitecaps veteran Marcel de Jong on verge of Canada soccer milestone
… had dual citizenship. Canada, ranked No. 120 in the world, takes on No. 186 Bermuda on Sunday at the Bermuda National Sports Centre. It’s the Canadian men’s lowest ranking since 2014 when they were ranked 122nd. Canada has never lost to Bermuda, …
Patriots’ Julian Edelman apologizes to ref: ‘I get so defensive, I’m sorry’
Thanks to NFL Films’ SoundFX, we were able to listen to the receiver mic’d up and hear what he said to official Keith Ferguson. The play in question is believed to be on Edelman’s 48-yard reception in the second quarter.
Lottery-bound Mavs likely to make trade before deadline, and don’t Clippers need PG help now?
Deal or no deal: It’s a strong likelihood that the Mavericks will make a trade before the Feb. 23 deadline. Andrew Bogut could be one of the pieces dealt, although he needs to get healthy before anything can happen.
Why It Worked, Divisional Round: Packers breaking Cowboys’ Cover 1
A game that left me speechless needs no further recap, so let’s cut to the chase. This past Sunday, the Dallas Cowboys attempted to stop the world’s greatest quarterback using a myriad of defenses.
Johanna Konta, pictured, breezed past Naomi Osaka in round two in Melbourne
Johanna Konta uses big words, according to Naomi Osaka, but the British number one had bigger shots too in her straight-sets win over the Japanese at the Australian Open. Osaka is widely considered a future star of the women’s game, with her booming serve and blistering forehand, but Konta handed the 19-year-old a lesson in ruthlessness on Rod Laver Arena.
NFL Insiders redraft the first five picks of the 2016 class
How would the 2016 NFL draft have panned out if teams knew then what they know now? Would Jared Goff and Carson Wentz still have gone before Dak Prescott ? Would Ezekiel Elliott still have ended up with the Dallas Cowboys ? With the regular season in the rearview mirror, our panel of NFL Insiders took a crack at redrafting the first five picks of the 2016 class. The panel included Matt Bowen, John Clayton, Mike Sando, Aaron Schatz and Field Yates.
Why Barry Bonds and Roger Clemens will get the Hall call
Barry Bonds and Roger Clemens . What a cute Hall of Fame induction day couple they’re going to make.
ICYMI: Djokovic crumbles, Raonic battles mystery illness, Serena sails
Twelve-time Grand Slam champion Novak Djokovic was sent packing from the tournament he’s owned in recent years, after failing to hold off an inspired, and at times, remarkable Denis Istomin .
Missouri shot well from the 3-point line against Alabama. It didn’t matter.
One reason why it’s really hard to lose all of your games: Sometimes your shots go in and theirs don’t. The 3-pointer in particular is an equalizer of sorts on given nights because of sheer randomness.
Warriors Assaulted, Insulted and Upset Russell Westbrook
… rk, Stephen holds a master’s degree in public communications. Money well spent? I’d say so. These days he jokes about sports on the Internet. Professionally.
MRIs might help guide preemies’ neurological care
MRI scans shortly after birth might help determine which premature babies have sustained a brain injury that will affect their development, a new study reports. It appears that doctors can predict which premature infants will suffer from future motor, thinking and language problems by using MRI scans to identify specific injuries to the white matter in their brain, said senior researcher Dr. Steven Miller.
Does Kyle Shanahan deserve his reputation as QB miracle worker?
Matt Ryan, who was named the PFWA’s MVP on Wednesday, put together the best season of his life this year under Shanahan, the Falcons’ offensive coordinator. Shanahan has parlayed the Falcons’ offensive success into becoming a hot head coaching candidate, and is the reported favorite to land the 49ers job once the Falcons’ run is over.
Emerging Markets-Brazil real strengthens as central bank increases intervention
SAO PAULO, Jan 19 The Brazilian real strengthened on Thursday after the central bank increased market intervention to support the currency. The central bank sold $750 million worth of traditional currency swaps, which function like dollar sales to investors for future delivery.
Lazio coach Simone Inzaghi stepping out of brother’s shadow
Lazio’s Ciro Immobile, top, celebrates after scoring during the Italian Cup, Round of 16 soccer match between Lazio and Genoa at the Rome Olympic stadium Wednesday, Jan. 18, 2017. Lazio’s Ciro Immobile, top, celebrates after scoring during the Italian Cup, Round of 16 soccer match between Lazio and Genoa at the Rome Olympic stadium Wednesday, Jan. 18, 2017.
Spotlight: Xi steps up sport diplomacy with historic visit to IOC
Chinese President Xi Jinping , an avid football fan who is not shy from showing off his skills, has added an important chapter to his sports diplomacy. Xi paid a visit on Wednesday to the headquarters of the International Olympic Committe e in the Swiss city of Lausanne and toured the Olympic Museum.
Trio of third-period goals launches Woodhaven past Grosse Ile Photo Gallery
Joel Alexander and the host Woodhaven Warriors knocked off Grosse Ile 4-1 on Wednesday night. Grosse Ile’s Chris Mihai scored the game’s first goal on Wednesday night at Woodhaven, but the Red Devils went on to suffer a 4-1 defeat.
As child of deported parents, teen wrestler savors opportunity
… summer. They’ve been unable to watch him play football or wrestle in high school. What they’re missing this winter sports season is a wrestler ranked ninth in Illinois at 182 pounds in Class 2A by Illinois Matmen. In a competitive wrestling state, …
Source Capital exits men’s sportswear brand Bills Khakis
NEJ Inc., a global leader in reverse logistic excess inventory solutions for specialty store retailers and famous brands, announced today the acquisition of Bills Khakis, the iconic American brand and designer of premium men’s sportswear, from private equity firm Source Capital, LLC. NEJ partnered with Source Capital on the original acquisition of Bills Khakis in December of 2015 and will now fully own and operate the business in Beacon Falls, CT under NEJ’s Private Brands Division.
It’s getting harder for a plane to vanish and not be found
Nearly three years after a Malaysian airliner vanished, it’s still possible, if unlikely, for a plane to disappear. But that’s changing with new satellites that will soon allow flights to be tracked in real time over oceans.
PE-backed Polaris Alpha acquires Intelesys Corp
Polaris Alpha, a leading provider of mission-critical technology, software, and solutions to the defense and intelligence communities, today announced it is acquiring Intelesys Corporation, based in Elkridge, Maryland. The acquisition of Intelesys, which provides computer network operations and cyber solutions to the Intelligence Community, significantly expands Polaris Alpha’s leadership in the cyber and signals intelligence arena.
Tottenham can overhaul Chelsea in the title race… and this is why – …
The 34-year-old is hopeful that Spurs can continue their sensational form and rein in the Blues’ seven-point lead. Mauricio Pochettino’s men beat their London rivals 2-0 at the start of the month to keep the Premier League title race alive and Reid believes they are the only club that can now mount a serious challenge.
Pundit reveals delight at crucial deal for classy Chelsea winger
The 22-year-old Chelsea winger – who initially joined the Whites on a short-term deal on deadline day last summer – has impressed scoring four goals in 17 appearances for Slavisa Jokanovic’s side. “We had some good news this week in that Lucas Piazon will be with us on loan until the end of the season,” Gale told Fulham’s official website .
Gabriel Jesus has completed his switch to the Etihad Stadium
Manchester City have formalised the transfer of Brazil striker Gabriel Jesus from Palmeiras in time for him to feature against Tottenham this weekend. The 19-year-old had agreed a move from his homeland to the Etihad Stadium back in the summer and had joined up with City earlier this month, yet his registration with his new club did not go through in time for him to make the squad for last weekend’s trip to Everton.
Wenger: Arsenal don’t need Payet
The West Ham midfielder is refusing to play for the Irons but the Gunners boss insists he already has enough creative players at his disposal Arsenal do not need to sign Dimitri Payet and are unlikely to make any major moves in the remaining days of the transfer window, according to manager Arsene Wenger. The France international has refused to play as he attempts to engineer a departure from West Ham, with former club Marseille the favourites to sign him this month.