Colorado governor John Hickenlooper delivers the State of the State address from the Colorado State Capitol in Denver on Jan. 12, 2017.
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Five-game winning streak snapped for the Stanford women’s basketball
The five-game winning streak of the Stanford women’s basketball team came to a painful end on Sunday night when they lost a 72-69 double overtime decision to Oregon State. The rare home loss was the byproduct of a weak shooting night in which the Cardinal women only managed to connect on 33 percent of their shots from the field.
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” Michael Humphrey has stepped in with Reid Travis out indefinitely with a right shoulder injury. Humphrey , who started the first nine games, returned to the starting lineup at USC two games ago.
Nathan MacKinnon doesn’t deserve to be an All-Star
The NHL All-Star game has undergone many changes over the years. It used to be North America vs. World, then they went back to East vs. West, then they went to a fantasy draft format and now it’s a three-on-three division tournament.
Sixers fans should stop worrying about lottery position and get behind Joel Embiid
For the first time since the Allen Iverson era ended, Sixers fans finally have an exciting, up-and-coming basketball team. There’s a future superstar in the middle, a No.
Steven Gerrard to be given the freedom of Liverpool
The ex-midfielder, now back home on Merseyside after an 18-month spell in Major League Soccer with the LA Galaxy, is to be awarded the city’s highest civic honour in recognition of his contribution to national and international football, as well as his charity work in helping disadvantaged children across the country. Gerrard was nominated by Mayor Joe Anderson and the decision is set to be formally agreed a city council meeting next week.
Charlton V Millwall at The Valley : Match Preview
Charlton V Millwall – view commentary, squad, and statistics of the game live. Karl Robinson expected to field new Addicks against Millwall Charlton boss Karl Robinson is expected to make changes for the visit of Millwall after a busy start to the January transfer window.
US skier Lindsey Vonn to take ‘lot of risk’ with broken arm
United States’ Lindsey Vonn holds her dog Lucy during a news conference in Altenmarkt-Zauchensee, Austria, Thursday, Jan. 12, 2017. United States’ Lindsey Vonn holds her dog Lucy during a news conference in Altenmarkt-Zauchensee, Austria, Thursday, Jan. 12, 2017.
ESPNa s “Mike & Mike” reportedly is about to lose a Mike
For nearly two decades ESPN Radio has filled four hours of its morning airwaves with the musings of Mike Greenberg and Mike Golic Jr. Collectively known as “Mike & Mike,” the show, which debuted in 2000, quickly became a fan favorite and has aired each morning on ESPN2 since 2006. But those days are about to end, according to Sports Illustrated , which reported on Thursday that Greenberg is poised to headline his own show on ESPN, without Golic by his side.
Ovechkin Reaches 1,000 Points
Alexander Ovechkin wasted little time putting the puck in the net in Wednesday night’s matchup between the Washington Capitals and Pittsburgh Penguins. It took Ovi all of 35 seconds to open the scoring for the game.
Geoff Collins puts finishing touches on first Temple staff
A little over four weeks after landing his first head-coaching job , Geoff Collins has completed his first coaching staff. Temple announced Thursday that Collins has made three additions to his initial staff: Tony Lucas , Cory Robinson and Andrew Thacker .
Social Scene: Old Ashvillians reunite for end of year drinks reception
In addition to speeches by headmaster Mark Lauder and Ashvillian Society president Kirstin Barnes, a set of new “sporting honours boards” – naming the captains of the college’s 1st X1 cricket team from 1914 through to 1977 – were unveiled by Colin Evans, who led the team in 1946 and again in 1947. Mr Evans, who travelled from his home in Scotland to attend the evening, was assisted in his task by four other former cricket captains – Peter Ingham, Richard Whiteley, Terry Elsworth and Rodger Middleton.
NBA All-Star Game 2017: LeBron James, Stephen Curry Lead 2nd Voting Results
As the NBA All-Star Game approaches February 19, the league has released updated fan voting with LeBron James of the Cleveland Cavaliers and Stephen Curry of the Golden State Warriors as the top two vote-getters. James and Curry are the NBA’s two biggest stars right now, so their presence atop the fan voting is hardly a surprise.
Pronghorn women blow past Sheridan
Top, Gillette’s Azhane Bufford goes up against Sheridan’s Ashlie Blackburn in the opening tip off Wednesday at the grand opening of the new Pronghorn Center. Gillette sophomore Angie Murnion goes up for a shot before being fouled by Sheridan’s Raelynn Keefer in the Pronghorns win over the Generals Wednesday night in the grand opening of the new Pronghorn Center.
CBS Sports’ Tony Gonzalez Breaks Down NFL’s Divisional Round Games
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NFL Playoff Schedule 2017: AFC and NFC Divisional-Round Matchup Analysis
For example, when the Atlanta Falcons played the Carolina Panthers in Week 5, the young Panthers secondary had no one who could slow down Falcons wide receiver Julio Jones . Coleman, and their offense moved the ball up and down the field all game, but they had no answer for Jones, who caught 12 passes for 300 yards and a touchdown.
Joe Maddon says the 2017 Cubs are going to be “authentic”
Cubs manager Joe Maddon likes the cosmic, big picture stuff. He comes up with themes and slogans for entire seasons or parts of seasons.
NFL Playoff Odds 2017: Divisional-Round Picks and Super Bowl Predictions
The Seattle Seahawks offensive line will have trouble with edge-rusher Vic Beasley. The secondary, without safety Earl Thomas, will have its hands full with quarterback Matt Ryan and wide receiver Julio Jones .
Seahawks vs. Falcons: TV Schedule, Odds, Ticket Info, Game Time and More
Every big football fan can rattle off all-time postseason classics, such as The Catch, The Catch II and The Comeback. Such is the case for the Seahawks-Falcons divisional-round game four seasons ago, which isn’t talked about as much as it should be.
Slumping champ Cavaliers talkin’ ’bout practice?
The Cavaliers have lost three of their last five games and despite a new addition to the team in sharpshooter Kyle Korver, Cleveland hasn’t had enough time to get well acclimated with their new teammate, and it’s costing them. A second loss in back-to-back games Tuesday in Portland marked two weeks since the Cavs’ last practice on Dec. 28. Unlike Allen Iverson, Cleveland players think a few days of practice can help them get back to their winning ways.
VIDEO: Carmelo Anthony Didn’t Even Bother Putting a Hand Up on…
… 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.
White Sox: Pros and Cons of Not Trading Jose Quintana Until July
White Sox still have chance to deal Jose Quintana before start of Spring Training. But if they held onto All-Star pitcher, would it be better than trading him this offseason? As Jose Quintana ‘s name continues to come up in trade rumors for the Chicago White Sox , a question needs to be asked.
Swiss team without Federer, Wawrinka in US for Davis Cup
Roger Federer and Stan Wawrinka will be missing when Switzerland travels to the United States for the Davis Cup next month. The Swiss tennis federation named a team Thursday headed by Marco Chiudinelli, who is Federer’s childhood friend and ranked No.
Chargers expected to announce move to Los Angeles
The San Diego Chargers could be on the move north to Los Angeles, as the team is expected to announce as early as Thursday that it was ending its 55-year stay in the city, several media outlets reported. The Chargers have notified NFL commissioner Roger Goodell and other league owners of their intent to move to Los Angeles for the 2017 season, ESPN reported.
Three things we learned on Wednesday: Knicks, Sixers seem headed in opposite directions
Here’s what you missed around the NBA while trying to put out the fire your pet tortoise caused 1) The Sixers have won 3-of-4 and look confident; The Knicks on the other handa It’s amazing how one shot, one comeback can change perceptions, alter the feelings around an entire franchise. Or in this case, two franchises.
‘He’s one of the best in the world now’
When Laurent Koscielny arrived from Lorient in 2010 as a relative unknown, few could have predicted just how important a signing it would be. But fast-forward to 2017 and the France international is the stand-in captain in Per Mertesacker ‘s absence, and widely-recognised as one of Europe’s premier defenders.
Pro Football Focus released its end of season offensive line…
The loss of Michael Oher doesn’t seem like a huge deal until you consider that it puts Mike Remmers at left tackle, where he was simply out of his depth. Remmers gave up nine sacks and 49 total QB pressures this season, and was also flagged 15 times.
NFL Weekly Predictions: Divisional
The Seahawks advanced to the divisional round with a commanding 26-6 win over the Lions. Thomas Rawls rushed for 161 yards and a touchdown, breaking Marshawn Lynch’s playoff record of 157 yards.
Will 4 engines be enough in 2017?
There’s nothing new about the notion of sandbagging during the first tests of 2017 because Formula 1 is a high-stakes endeavor and teams have always been keen to reserve their true pace for the first races of the season. “We really won’t know in Barcelona testing where the teams are as that’s a period where they won’t want to show their hand,” said Hembery at Autosport International.
Chelsea set for A 500m Stamford Bridge redevelopment
Chelsea’s plans for a new A 500m 60,000-seater stadium at Stamford Bridge have been given the green light by Hammersmith and Fulham council. The three-year rebuilding plan, during which the Blues will need a temporary home, still requires the approval of London Mayor Sadiq Khan, but the planning vote is significant.
Rahane to be used in the top order against England – Kumble
Ajinkya Rahane , arguably India’s most versatile Test batsman, will bat at an ODI slot he is likely to vacate when India’s first-choice openers are available. On a day when his 83-ball 91 led India A to a win over the touring England side in a practice match in Mumbai, coach Anil Kumble confirmed in Pune that Rahane will bat in the top order in the ODI series.
Oscar move from Chelsea to Shanghai is massive for Chinese…
Sturridge ‘didn’t do enough’, says Redknapp as Van Dijk bullies striker in Liverpool defeat at St Mary’s: ‘It was like watching a man play against a boy’ Southampton dreaming of Wembley after Redmond’s winner… but first-leg lead could have been more were it not for Karius Sturridge baffled by Klopp’s paper note, Liverpool’s Toxic Thunder curse and Milner’s nose control: 7 things you missed at St Mary’s ‘It was not good’, admits Klopp as he struggles to put his finger on reasons for Liverpool’s poor performance Another stunning late Messi free-kick sees Barcelona scrape into Copa del Rey semi-finals as Suarez nets 100th goal for club MPs pile pressure on Coe to disclose full email trail after Olympics chief is accused of going back on agreement From a wooden shed at Highbury in 1927 to part of the furniture: How BBC Radio has transformed football over past 90 years Broxbourne Borough’s … (more)
Usain Bolt trains in Borussia Dortmund kit and claims it’s ‘that…
… in the full attire of Dortmund may be explained by the shared brand endorsement of the Jamaican and the German club. Sports outfitters Puma are the main supplier to both Dortmund and Bolt, putting their iconic animal logo all over the sprint star …
Match-fixing back in spotlight on eve of first Grand Slam
… on the professional tours, only 0.2 percent triggered a suspicious betting alert. “Tennis was one of the first major sports to recognize the potential threat of betting-related corruption and do something about it,” the TIU said. “It will be for the …
Best day ever: Destanee hits with Serena, her inspiration
United States’ Serena Williams, left, talks with Australian player Destanee Aiava during a promotional event on Margaret Court Arena ahead of the Australian Open tennis championships in Melbourne, Australia, Thursday, Jan. 12, 2017. Aiava will be the first player born this century to play in the main draw match at a tennis major.
Deng, why the hell no?
Deng is four years older than Mo. He is overpaid at $18/ for three more years. Better ver leadership than currently on the roster.
Arena kicks off second tenure as U.S. coach with start of January camp
After days of uncharacteristic rain and dark clouds, the skies above StubHub Center finally opened up on Wednesday morning and flashed the sunlight visitors come to expect when visiting the Los Angeles area. The timing was fitting given that splash of sunlight came just as a new dawn began for the U.S. national team.
Alastair Cook’s position has come under scrutiny following a succession of poor results in 2016
England Test captain Alastair Cook will meet director of cricket Andrew Strauss on Friday but Press Association Sport understands there will be no decision on his future. Cook suggested after the side’s 4-0 defeat in India before Christmas that he would take time to consider his future after four years and a record 59 matches at the helm.
Keane sends good wishes to Barack Obama
The former Republic of Ireland captain posted a message on social media wishing the outgoing President well in his future endeavours Robbie Keane has wished Barack Obama well as the politician prepares to step down as President of the United States. Obama is making way for President-Elect Donald Trump, who will assume office on January 20, and he has already delivered his farewell speech reflecting on his two terms in the White House.
Nigeria start strong in January Fifa ranking
The Super Eagles climbed a place upward to become the seventh best African football playing nation behind Senegal, Cote d’Ivoire, Egypt, Tunisia, Algeria and Congo DR. The three-time African kings are odds on to move southward in February’s ranking following their non-participation in the 2017 Africa Cup of Nations billed for Gabon.