Sport
Athletics Body Maintains Russian Ban From Competition
- December 06, 2016
Sebastian Coe, who replaced Diack as IAAF president in August 2015, hopes to push through major changes to the way the IAAF handles doping cases and governs itself at a special congress in Monaco on Saturday. "We need to act now to save our sport", said Paula Radcliffe, the women's marathon record holder, speaking for Britain. The IAAF argues the change will quicken the punishment of cheats, make punishments more uniform, and remove opportunities for favoritism and corruption. (more...)
- December 06, 2016
Sebastian Coe, who replaced Diack as IAAF president in August 2015, hopes to push through major changes to the way the IAAF handles doping cases and governs itself at a special congress in Monaco on Saturday. "We need to act now to save our sport", said Paula Radcliffe, the women's marathon record holder, speaking for Britain. The IAAF argues the change will quicken the punishment of cheats, make punishments more uniform, and remove opportunities for favoritism and corruption. (more...)
Reasons Ohio State will make the College Football Playoff
- December 06, 2016
But don't discount Barrett's 125 yards rushing. Regardless of who wins that game, Ohio State center Pat Elflein - who played in his last game at Ohio Stadium and celebrated on the field with thousands of scarlet-clad fans who poured from the seats - believes the Buckeyes belong. (more...)
- December 06, 2016
But don't discount Barrett's 125 yards rushing. Regardless of who wins that game, Ohio State center Pat Elflein - who played in his last game at Ohio Stadium and celebrated on the field with thousands of scarlet-clad fans who poured from the seats - believes the Buckeyes belong. (more...)
Late Errors Prove Costly for Man United, Liverpool
- December 06, 2016
While Liverpool dropped four points behind first-placed Chelsea, United is already 13 points adrift of the leaders after only 14 games. Sadio Mane and Divock Origi had put Liverpool in charge at the break after its capitalised on two errors in two minutes from goalkeeper Artur Boruc, and although Callum Wilson halved the deficit from the penalty spot, Emre Can's superb strike looked set to hand the visitors a fifth win in six league games. (more...)
- December 06, 2016
While Liverpool dropped four points behind first-placed Chelsea, United is already 13 points adrift of the leaders after only 14 games. Sadio Mane and Divock Origi had put Liverpool in charge at the break after its capitalised on two errors in two minutes from goalkeeper Artur Boruc, and although Callum Wilson halved the deficit from the penalty spot, Emre Can's superb strike looked set to hand the visitors a fifth win in six league games. (more...)
Clemson vs. Ohio State, College Football Playoff semifinal
- December 06, 2016
When the selection committee was first originated, its objective was to ensure that the top four teams from around the country competed for a chance to win a National Championship. 15. It's been a while since we saw the Aggies ranked in the top four and seemed playoff bound. He's allowed just two touchdowns this season compared to five interceptions, showing he makes big plays more than giving them up. (more...)
- December 06, 2016
When the selection committee was first originated, its objective was to ensure that the top four teams from around the country competed for a chance to win a National Championship. 15. It's been a while since we saw the Aggies ranked in the top four and seemed playoff bound. He's allowed just two touchdowns this season compared to five interceptions, showing he makes big plays more than giving them up. (more...)
Tiger Woods makes superb start as he begins long-awaited comeback in Bahamas
- December 06, 2016
Tiger Woods of the United States walks off the fourth tee after hitting his tee shot during round one of the Hero World Challenge at Albany, The Bahamas, Thursday. deposited in the water on the left, then almost drained his par chip on the fly - a mix of good, bad and bad luck, all on one hole. When the Masters rolls around in four months, perhaps we'll see more of the natural shot-making he displayed on those first eight holes Thursday. (more...)
- December 06, 2016
Tiger Woods of the United States walks off the fourth tee after hitting his tee shot during round one of the Hero World Challenge at Albany, The Bahamas, Thursday. deposited in the water on the left, then almost drained his par chip on the fly - a mix of good, bad and bad luck, all on one hole. When the Masters rolls around in four months, perhaps we'll see more of the natural shot-making he displayed on those first eight holes Thursday. (more...)
We'll target Black Caps skipper: Smith
- December 06, 2016
Debutant Lockie Ferguson also bowled four no balls, gifting Australia a free hit on the next delivery as he conceded 73 runs from nine overs. Ricky Ponting also made 164 against South Africa in Johannesburg in 2006, the match in which the home team answered Australia's 434-total with a chase of 438. (more...)
- December 06, 2016
Debutant Lockie Ferguson also bowled four no balls, gifting Australia a free hit on the next delivery as he conceded 73 runs from nine overs. Ricky Ponting also made 164 against South Africa in Johannesburg in 2006, the match in which the home team answered Australia's 434-total with a chase of 438. (more...)
Alabama, Ohio State, Michigan, Clemson hold on to top four spots
- December 06, 2016
The playoff rankings weren't altered much, as the top 4 remained the same . Alabama is ranked first for the fourth straight week, followed by Ohio State, Michigan and Clemson. If Ohio State beats MI and Penn State wins, it's hard to see the Buckeyes not making the playoffs. If it's Ohio State , and Penn State wins its game against MSU, then the Nittany Lions will go to the Big Ten title game and likely battle Wisconsin with the victor going to the CFP. (more...)
- December 06, 2016
The playoff rankings weren't altered much, as the top 4 remained the same . Alabama is ranked first for the fourth straight week, followed by Ohio State, Michigan and Clemson. If Ohio State beats MI and Penn State wins, it's hard to see the Buckeyes not making the playoffs. If it's Ohio State , and Penn State wins its game against MSU, then the Nittany Lions will go to the Big Ten title game and likely battle Wisconsin with the victor going to the CFP. (more...)
Usain Bolt is 'CEO' of Mumm champagne
- December 06, 2016
At Rio Olympics 2016, he recently created an unprecedented record, a triple treble by bagging gold in 100 metres, 200m and 4x100m relay for the third successive Olympics. You should have said to just go out there and win it'. "That's probably the only thing, I wouldn't say regret, but something that I missed out on", Bolt said. (more...)
- December 06, 2016
At Rio Olympics 2016, he recently created an unprecedented record, a triple treble by bagging gold in 100 metres, 200m and 4x100m relay for the third successive Olympics. You should have said to just go out there and win it'. "That's probably the only thing, I wouldn't say regret, but something that I missed out on", Bolt said. (more...)
Jones challenges England to improve
- December 06, 2016
Australia coach Michael Cheika was similarly mocked by the New Zealand Herald paper during the Rugby Championship. Jones replaced sacked coach Stuart Lancaster in November 2015 and has now won all his first 13 Tests as England boss, a including a Six Nations Grand Slam and a 3-0 series success in Australia in June. (more...)
- December 06, 2016
Australia coach Michael Cheika was similarly mocked by the New Zealand Herald paper during the Rugby Championship. Jones replaced sacked coach Stuart Lancaster in November 2015 and has now won all his first 13 Tests as England boss, a including a Six Nations Grand Slam and a 3-0 series success in Australia in June. (more...)
Million Canadians Watch the 104th Grey Cup presented by Shaw
- December 06, 2016
Before the quarter was over Marquay McDaniel was out for the game with a shoulder injury. But the Stampeders somehow collected themselves and it was the RedBlacks who started making mistakes that ate into their 27-7 lead. After 16 unanswered points brought Calgary back, they scored a touchdown with 1:38 remaining to go down by three. A Paredes field goal tied the game with 10 seconds left. (more...)
- December 06, 2016
Before the quarter was over Marquay McDaniel was out for the game with a shoulder injury. But the Stampeders somehow collected themselves and it was the RedBlacks who started making mistakes that ate into their 27-7 lead. After 16 unanswered points brought Calgary back, they scored a touchdown with 1:38 remaining to go down by three. A Paredes field goal tied the game with 10 seconds left. (more...)
French Grand Prix back on F1 calendar from 2018
- December 06, 2016
It had to happen. Paul Ricard has recently held some of the Pirelli tyre tests, particularly with the trackside sprinkler system enabling some testing of the wet and intermediate compounds, and the circuit has signed a five-year deal to host the French Grand Prix . (more...)
- December 06, 2016
It had to happen. Paul Ricard has recently held some of the Pirelli tyre tests, particularly with the trackside sprinkler system enabling some testing of the wet and intermediate compounds, and the circuit has signed a five-year deal to host the French Grand Prix . (more...)
Watch LSU players chant 'Keep Coach O!' as Tom Herman rumors swirl
- December 06, 2016
Herman has a strong LSU contact as he is old friends with LSU defensive coordinator Dave Aranda, who was the linebackers coach at California Lutheran from 1996-99 when Herman was a player there. Orgeron inherited a 2-2 team and went 5-2, including an impressive 54-39 victory at Texas A&M on Thursday night . Orgeron was Kiffin's defensive line coach at USC, and the two also served together on Pete Carroll's staff. (more...)
- December 06, 2016
Herman has a strong LSU contact as he is old friends with LSU defensive coordinator Dave Aranda, who was the linebackers coach at California Lutheran from 1996-99 when Herman was a player there. Orgeron inherited a 2-2 team and went 5-2, including an impressive 54-39 victory at Texas A&M on Thursday night . Orgeron was Kiffin's defensive line coach at USC, and the two also served together on Pete Carroll's staff. (more...)
Blue Jays sign ex-Gamecocks utilityman Steve Pearce
- December 06, 2016
Encarnacion hit at least 34 home runs with 98 RBIs over each of the past five seasons. All three, can be signed for well under $100 million while allowing the Jays to avoid paying for the past performance of aging sluggers. But ultimately what I feel is the best thing when it comes to building a team is to think about winning. He has experience at first base, second base and in both corner outfield spots over the past few seasons and can give his team plenty of options in the lineup. (more...)
- December 06, 2016
Encarnacion hit at least 34 home runs with 98 RBIs over each of the past five seasons. All three, can be signed for well under $100 million while allowing the Jays to avoid paying for the past performance of aging sluggers. But ultimately what I feel is the best thing when it comes to building a team is to think about winning. He has experience at first base, second base and in both corner outfield spots over the past few seasons and can give his team plenty of options in the lineup. (more...)
Westbrook streak of triple-doubles now at 6 straight games
- December 06, 2016
I thought he got himself pretty straight then. "It's fantastic, man", Oklahoma City's Andre Roberson said after Westbrook's 28-point, 17-rebound, 12-assist outing in Sunday's win over New Orleans. "Making sure my guys are good, and making sure everybody's happy with their games, and making sure we win the game". He's not worrying about his stats; he's worrying about everybody's stats. (more...)
- December 06, 2016
I thought he got himself pretty straight then. "It's fantastic, man", Oklahoma City's Andre Roberson said after Westbrook's 28-point, 17-rebound, 12-assist outing in Sunday's win over New Orleans. "Making sure my guys are good, and making sure everybody's happy with their games, and making sure we win the game". He's not worrying about his stats; he's worrying about everybody's stats. (more...)
Playoff, AP, USA Today Coaches
- December 06, 2016
The other national semifinal game is Clemson vs Ohio State in the PlayStation Fiesta Bowl in Glendale, Ariz .at 7 p.m. The national championship is January 9 in Tampa, Fla. Ohio State didn't win the Big Ten, but the Buckeyes will play for a much bigger prize. That won't sit well with Big Ten fans who have argued, with good reason, that their conference played the best football in the country this fall. (more...)
- December 06, 2016
The other national semifinal game is Clemson vs Ohio State in the PlayStation Fiesta Bowl in Glendale, Ariz .at 7 p.m. The national championship is January 9 in Tampa, Fla. Ohio State didn't win the Big Ten, but the Buckeyes will play for a much bigger prize. That won't sit well with Big Ten fans who have argued, with good reason, that their conference played the best football in the country this fall. (more...)
Jets honor Joe McKnight with moment of silence
- December 06, 2016
Signature strength: Quarterback - Andrew Luck is facing familiar, heavy pressure, but it hasn't stopped him from playing his efficient best with shades of his breakout 2014 season. "This isn't a deal where you sit there and hope and pray that something else happens", Colts coach Chuck Pagano said. He now has 12,710 career rushing yards, which puts him 29 back of Tony Dorsett for No. (more...)
- December 06, 2016
Signature strength: Quarterback - Andrew Luck is facing familiar, heavy pressure, but it hasn't stopped him from playing his efficient best with shades of his breakout 2014 season. "This isn't a deal where you sit there and hope and pray that something else happens", Colts coach Chuck Pagano said. He now has 12,710 career rushing yards, which puts him 29 back of Tony Dorsett for No. (more...)
The Case for expanded playoff
- December 06, 2016
Heck, they may even be able to give the worst team in the National Football League a run for their money. This season will be celebrated as perhaps the most stunning season in school history, one that was fittingly capped by a stunning comeback. (more...)
- December 06, 2016
Heck, they may even be able to give the worst team in the National Football League a run for their money. This season will be celebrated as perhaps the most stunning season in school history, one that was fittingly capped by a stunning comeback. (more...)
Walker leads balanced effort as Hornets beat Mavs 109-101
- December 06, 2016
Marco Belinelli scored 12 of his 16 points in the second half, including the team's first two 3-pointers after the Hornets missed their first 14 from long range. Bogut has had an extensive injury history throughout his career, although he managed to play at least 67 games in each of the last three seasons with the Golden State Warriors. (more...)
- December 06, 2016
Marco Belinelli scored 12 of his 16 points in the second half, including the team's first two 3-pointers after the Hornets missed their first 14 from long range. Bogut has had an extensive injury history throughout his career, although he managed to play at least 67 games in each of the last three seasons with the Golden State Warriors. (more...)
Leonard Fournette will enter 2017 NFL Draft
- December 06, 2016
Fournette has 843 yards rushing and has scored eight touchdowns this season. NFL.com draft analyst Lance Zierlein says Fournette has some flaws, " but his ability to create for himself through power and speed will override those flaws". (more...)
- December 06, 2016
Fournette has 843 yards rushing and has scored eight touchdowns this season. NFL.com draft analyst Lance Zierlein says Fournette has some flaws, " but his ability to create for himself through power and speed will override those flaws". (more...)
Huskies to face Tide in playoffs
- December 06, 2016
Three wins over playoff top-10 teams , including what possibly will be defined as the game of the year, the victory they had over MI. "What kept coming up was, 'Are they unequivocally one of the best four teams?' And the answer kept being, 'Yes.' There was no reservations among the committee at all". (more...)
- December 06, 2016
Three wins over playoff top-10 teams , including what possibly will be defined as the game of the year, the victory they had over MI. "What kept coming up was, 'Are they unequivocally one of the best four teams?' And the answer kept being, 'Yes.' There was no reservations among the committee at all". (more...)
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