But the teenaged upstart had been aware that an up-close look at the 2014 Olympics, showcase of the planet’s finest athletes, would be a great investment. So the Cumberland, Ont., speedskater soaked up the experience.
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Healthy A.J. Pollock aims to exceed 2015 breakout season
Arizona Diamondbacks center fielder A.J. Pollock is back, healthy, and confident he can exceed the breakout season he put together in 2015 Healthy A.J. Pollock aims to exceed 2015 breakout season Arizona Diamondbacks center fielder A.J. Pollock is back, healthy, and confident he can exceed the breakout season he put together in 2015 Check out this story on USATODAY.com: http://usat.ly/2lxack2 SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. – One of the best facts about this year’s Arizona Diamondbacks: A.J. Pollock is back, healthy, and confident he can exceed the breakout season he put together in 2015.
Led by Nikola Jokic, Nuggets in contention for playoff spot
The Denver Nuggets have a tenuous hold on the eighth and final playoff spot in the West with 26 games remaining Led by Nikola Jokic, Nuggets in contention for playoff spot The Denver Nuggets have a tenuous hold on the eighth and final playoff spot in the West with 26 games remaining Check out this story on USATODAY.com: http://usat.ly/2lx5kew DENVER – Nikola Jokic wouldn’t mind a few more days of rest after his return from the All-Star festivities. With 26 games remaining, the Denver Nuggets have a tenuous hold on the eighth and final playoff spot in the West.
Richard Jefferson wore ‘Flat World Champs’ shirt
Richard Jefferson wore ‘Flat World Champs’ shirt Well done. Check out this story on USATODAY.com: Cleveland Cavaliers forward LeBron James and forward Richard Jefferson and center Tristan Thompson and guard Kyrie Irving and guard Iman Shumpert wait for play to begin against the Dallas Mavericks during the second half at the American Airlines Center.
The NCAA is coming hard for Ole Miss coach Hugh Freeze
The NCAA is coming hard for Ole Miss coach Hugh Freeze The Rebels football program has been charged with serious NCAA violations. Check out this story on USATODAY.com: http://usat.ly/2lwVGZx No matter how bad this gets, when Hugh Freeze looks back on the end of his coaching career – which might be upon us sooner rather than later – the truth is that every bit of the indignity he suffered Wednesday was worth it.
Couple unhappy with USA Gymnastics handling
… portion at the 2014 P&G Championships at the CONSOL Energy Center. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-USA TODAY Sports usp ORG XMIT: USATSI-188736 [Via MerlinFTP Drop] A former men’s gymnastics coach at the Olympic Training Center was accused of …
Ilyasova to Hawks
Woj just tweeted that Philly is finalizing a deal to atlanta for two second rounders and Tiago Splitter… thoughts? Splitter is owed 8.25 this year… Ilyasova is a free agent with 8.4 M owed… so salaries cancel out. looks like we just got two second rounders. Not sure what to think yet
Carey Price Ties for 3rd-Most Victories in Habs History
Montreal Canadiens netminder Carey Price tied Ken Dryden for the third-most victories in franchise history with the team’s 3-2 win over the New York Rangers on Tuesday, per Sportsnet Stats . it doesn’t take anything away from his accomplishment.
Danica Patrick’s failure in ‘clutch moments’ to blame for NASCAR losses, says Kurt Busch
Entering her fifth season as a NASCAR driver, Danica Patrick is still looking for her first win. Teammate Kurt Busch think he knows why: she struggles “in those clutch moments.”
Hazard and Chelsea team-mates amazed by magician
The Chelsea attacker got a taste of his own medicine of sorts when magician Ben Hanlin performed a trick in the dressing room Eden Hazard is known for producing magic on the pitch, but this time it was he who was left amazed by a different kind in the Chelsea dressing room. The Blues players have previously been left in shock by David Luiz’s tricks , but this time it was television magician Ben Hanlin who had them aghast.
Mourinho blasts FA for Chelsea quarter-final scheduling
Jose Mourinho has hit out at the decision to stage Manchester United’s FA Cup quarter-final against Chelsea on a Monday night next month just three days before they play in the Europa League. But the United boss insisted that he will not disrespect the competition by fielding a weakened team, as Manchester City did when they were thrashed in the FA Cup at Chelsea last season.
Danica Patrick says she has gotten numerous concussions during her career
… a hard collision with the wall at Homestead-Miami Speedway in her rookie IndyCar season in 2005, telling USA TODAY Sports in 2015, “I got knocked out, probably, for a second. I got out of the car, and I don’t remember anything, and I stumbled …
MLB players’ union approves dugout signal for intentional walks
… a blue moon you get an intentional airmail and it could score a run,” Blue Jays reliever Jason Grilli told USA TODAY Sports. “So you’re taking away potential bloopers, or potentially the difference in a game. It happens, there are mental mistakes. …
Dakota Access oil pipeline activists set fire to building at entrance to encampment
Deadline extension to leave Dakota Access oil pipeline protest camp not granted Few hundred people remaining in camp must take their possessions and leave by Wednesday. Check out this story on USATODAY.com: http://usat.ly/2ltYS87 Dakota Access pipeline protesters set some of their tents and teepees ablaze Wednesday as the deadline loomed to depart their encampment near the Standing Rock Sioux reservation, in what might be seen as a final show of defiance.
Why his engineers have Lewis Hamilton worried
… coming in and I hope they do something new. “Formula One is a bit outdated in the sense of, if you look at other sports, they are further ahead in the entertainment factor. Formula One is really catching up and they have a lot of catching up to do.” …
Former USA Gymnastics doctor charged with sexual assault
In this Friday, Feb. 17, 2017, file photo, Dr. Larry Nassar listens to testimony of a witness during a preliminary hearing, in Lansing, Mich. The former sports doctor at Michigan State University who specialized in treating gymnasts has been charged with sexual assault.
United cop big consequences for Europa progress
MANCHESTER United’s Europa League progress at has come at a cost, with Henrikh Mkhitaryan limping off shortly after opening the scoring against St Etienne to put his EFL Cup final hopes in jeopardy. Jose Mourinho named a surprisingly-strong line-up considering they arrived in France boasting a 3-0 lead for the last-32 return leg – a bold decision that backfired somewhat.
Pacers’ rumored interest in centers further emphasizes their lack of identity
It is anyone’s guess what type of team the Indiana Pacers want to be. They don’t attempt 3-pointers at a record pace .
Hats, auctions and races highlight Hospice Benefit
On Saturday night, the races were on and the women at the event wore fashionable hats or a fascinator. Many of the men sported derbies and bow ties, also traditional Kentucky Derby outfits.
Manchester United secure Europa League progress against St Etienne at a cost
Manchester United secured Europa League progress at a cost, with Henrikh Mkhitaryan limping off shortly after opening the scoring against St Etienne to put his EFL Cup final hopes in jeopardy. Jose Mourinho named a surprisingly-strong line-up considering they arrived in France boasting a 3-0 lead for the last-32 return leg – a bold decision that backfired somewhat.
Brady begins investigation into stolen SB jersey
Brady begins investigation into stolen SB jersey Tom Brady: Still really great at social media. Check out this story on USATODAY.com: New England Patriots QB Tom Brady #12 calls signals at the line against the Atlanta Falcons at Super Bowl 51 on Sunday, February 5, 2017 in Houston, TX.
Breakout Potential: Rise of the HS Pitcher
The Phillies farm system has received mixed reviews this offseason. It has gotten positive reviews for its major league ready hitting and pitching.
Cavs sign forward Derrick Williams to second 10-day contract
Cavs sign forward Derrick Williams to second 10-day contract The Cavaliers have signed forward Derrick Williams to a second 10-day contract Check out this story on USATODAY.com: http://usat.ly/2lwhrIW The NBA champions have been impressed with Williams, a former No. 2 overall pick, and it’s likely they will sign him for the remainder of the season when his current contract expires.
Suns again assign slam-dunk runner-up Jones to D-league
The Phoenix Suns have again assigned forward Derrick Jones Jr. to Northern Arizona, its affiliate in the NBA Development League. Jones was the runner-up to Glenn Robinson III in the NBA Slam Dunk competition over the weekend Suns again assign slam-dunk runner-up Jones to D-league The Phoenix Suns have again assigned forward Derrick Jones Jr. to Northern Arizona, its affiliate in the NBA Development League.
Paul George wants to stay, if Pacers can win
… of them all, it came with one qualifier. According to a person with knowledge of the meeting who spoke to USA TODAY Sports on the condition of anonymity because of the sensitivity of the situation, that is the crossroads that Pacers president Larry …
NBA Trade Rumor: Indiana Pacers looking to move Paul George?
Paul George is being dangled on the trade block right before the trade deadline. Mylo and Amar give their takes on if the Utah Jazz should go after him.
Patriots coach named as possible witness at Hernandez trial
To continue reading up to 10 premium articles, you must register , or sign up and take advantage of this exclusive offer: Boston – New England Patriots head coach Bill Belichick has been added to a list of people who could be called to testify at the double murder trial of former player Aaron Hernandez. Hernandez is charged with the drive-by slayings of Daniel de Abreu and Safiro Furtado in Boston in 2012.
Tom Brady creates ‘suspect board’ to find missing Super Bowl jersey
As the investigation for the jersey valued at half a million dollars continues, the Patriots quarterback decided to get in on the action and hilariously shared a photo of a board of potential suspects on his Instagram account Wednesday.
Marlins’ Ichiro held out of workouts following collision
” The Marlins held Ichiro Suzuki out of workouts following an outfield collision during what officials termed a “communications drill.” Ichiro was kneed in the quadriceps on Tuesday by fellow outfielder Brandon Barnes, sending the 43-year-old Ichiro tumbling to the ground.
Report: After not landing Lou Williams, Wizards may target Shabazz Muhammad
The Washington Wizards are thinking about a deep playoff run this season – they are the current three seed in the East, they have the best record in the conference since Dec. 1, and they have a starting five that has been powerful all season and is staying healthy. What they could use is some bench help to help make that run, which is why the Wizards were linked to the Lakers’ Lou Williams in trade talks.
Former Alabama star Fernando Bryant reportedly fired from coaching job over social media post
Fernando Bryant is shown during his playing days at Alabama, where he was an All-SEC cornerback in 1998. Former Alabama football star Fernando Bryant was recently fired from a high school coaching job, apparently over a social media post.
Jamie Lynn Spears’ daughter returns to sports after ATV accident
Spears, 25, posted a video of 8-year-old daughter Maddie at her first basketball practice since nearly drowning at their Kentwood, La., home. Maddie left the hospital Feb. 10 after regaining consciousness Feb. 7. She was driving an ATV on her family’s property Feb. 5 when she veered into a pond while trying to avoid a ditch and almost drowned.
NBA trade rumors: LIVE updates of reports, buzz, news around 2017 deadline
Here are the latest rumors, news, completed trades and buzz around each NBA team leading up to the 2017 NBA trade deadline.Buckle up, NBA fans.
28th Annual Pinochle Tournament Draws 94 Teams
The 28th Annual North Dakota Pinochle Tournament was a success again this year with 94 teams participating in the two day event this past weekend at the Valley City Eagles Club.
Missouri needed 4 strong performances to beat Kentucky. The Tigers got 3.
Eventually, Kentucky laid the hammer down. With the game still somewhat in the balance, the Wildcats put the game away with a layup-great defense-dunk combination with about two minutes left.
The Latest: Hendrick ‘can’t sit still’ despite Turn 4 issues
Jimmie Johnson hits the inside wall after losing control of his car coming out of Turn 4 during a NASCAR Clash auto race at Daytona International Speedway in Daytona Beach, Fla., Sunday, Feb. 19, 2017. Jimmie Johnson climbs out of his car after hitting the inside wall when he lost control of his car coming out of Turn 4 during a NASCAR Clash auto race at Daytona International Speedway in Daytona Beach, Fla., Sunday, Feb. 19, 2017.
Oduro says Montreal better than Toronto despite Eastern Conference final result
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. – Montreal Impact forward Dominic Oduro’s hair is in pre-season mode – a simple au-naturel mohawk, so to speak – but his trash-talking is in fine form when it comes to Toronto FC.
Oduro says Montreal better than Toronto
Forward Dominic Oduro speaks to the media at Montreal Impact training camp in St. Petersburg, Fla., on Tuesday, February 21, 2017. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Neil Davidson
Updated: Price releases statement after Duke kicks he and Boyce off football team
… with Duke earlier this month, is expected to get playing time as a true freshman this season. Steve has written about sports for newspapers since graduating from Illinois State University in 1989. He has covered the ACC, SEC and NFL, as well as the …
Magic Named Lakers’ President of Basketball Operations
Magic Johnson was named the president of basketball operations for the struggling Los Angeles Lakers on Tuesday as one of the NBA’s most storied franchises undergoes a major shakeup to the their front office. In addition to promoting Johnson, a Hall of Famer who won five NBA titles with Los Angeles in the 1980s, Lakers Governor Jeanie Buss fired longtime general manager Mitch Kupchak and her brother, Jim, from his role as vice president of basketball operations.