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Sergio Garcia apologizes to Tiger Woods over fried chicken comment

2013-05-22 17:10:58

Sergio Garcia issues 2nd apology

2013-05-22 10:08:15

Saying he had difficulty sleeping and contemplated withdrawing from this week's European Tour event, Sergio Garcia on Wednesday afternoon apologized for racially insensitive remarks directed at Tiger Woods at a tour function outside London the previous night, saying his comments were "totally stupid and out of place." - More

Chad Johnson Arrested

2013-05-20 09:19:47

Last week, a judge in Florida issued an arrest warrant for former NFL wide receiver Chad Johnson for violating his probation on a domestic violence charge from last summer.

Johnson was reportedly out of the state at the time that the warrant was issued, but he’s back in Florida on Monday and TMZ reports that he’s now under arrest. - More

RGIII wedding registry at Bed Bath & Beyond

2013-05-20 09:11:27

Robert Griffin III's immense fan base is showing its appreciation for the Washington Redskins quarterback by purchasing many of the items he and his fiancée have listed on their wedding registry.

The link to the Bed Bath & Beyond registry had been posted last week by The Washington Post. According to the registry, Griffin and Rebecca Liddicoat are scheduled to be married on July 6. - More

Last Chance For Michael Vick

2013-05-19 16:38:32

This is it. This is Michael Vick's last shot. Vick knows it, even if he won't admit it.

He knows that the man to whom he owes everything, Andy Reid, is gone, replaced by a coach, Chip Kelly, who owes him nothing.

Vick is guaranteed only an opportunity to compete for the Philadelphia Eagles starting quarterback job he has held for the better part of the past three seasons. - More

Rehab is ahead of schedule for RGIII

2013-05-19 11:44:32

"Robert is doing extremely well as far as the timetable,'' Robert Griffin II sald. "He's been doing a lot over time, he never stops.

"He was throwing some prior to the draft.

Everything seems to be on cue. Everybody in the organization is targeting that season opener.''

Griffin's father said his son is ahead of schedule by comparison to his prior rehabilitation... - More

Serena Williams won her fourth consecutive title

2013-05-19 11:34:34

Serena Williams won her fourth consecutive title of the year in dominating fashion Sunday, beating Victoria Azarenka 6-1, 6-3 in the Italian Open women's final, while Rafael Nadal beat rival Roger Federer by the identical score to win the men's crown and his seventh career championship at the event.

Williams will enter the French Open, which starts next Sunday, on a career-best 24-match winning streak. - More

Phil Jackson: Kobe Talked A Good Game

2013-05-17 10:20:04

Phil Jackson always has been hesitant to compare Michael Jordan and Kobe Bryant.

Until now. In his new book, co-written with Hugh Delehanty and entitled "Eleven Rings: The Soul of Success," Jackson breaks down what separated Jordan from Bryant, the biggest stars and personalities that he coached during his Hall of Fame career.

Warrant issued for Chad Johnson

2013-05-16 15:00:12

A warrant has been issued for the arrest of former NFL wide receiver Chad Johnson in South Florida.

The state attorney's office confirmed Thursday that a Broward circuit judge issued a warrant May 7 against Johnson for failing to report to his probation officer.

Johnson received a year of probation last September after pleading no contest to a domestic violence charge involving his former wife, reality TV star Evelyn Lozada. - More

Jets Must Start Geno Smith

2013-05-16 10:18:08

On Wednesday afternoon, I received a text message from David Garrard. His comeback to the NFL, an attempt resurrect his career with the New York Jets, would in essence be over before it started. Garrard told me exclusively, "Having to call it quits. My knee is not holding up.

Continuing to swell after practices. Limiting me in what I can do!!" And instantly, two strong takes popped into the omnipresent thought bubble above my head. - More

Mario Balotelli has had enough

2013-05-16 07:17:41

Leading international soccer player Mario Balotelli has had enough -- the AC Milan striker has vowed to walk off the pitch next time he is racially abused at a football game.

Balotelli, who was subjected to racist chanting during Sunday's Italian league game against Roma, has told CNN in an exclusive interview that he came close to leaving the field following the abuse at AC Milan's San Siro stadium in a match that finished 0-0. - More

Mike Wallace high on Ryan Tannehill

2013-05-15 21:33:51

When Mike Wallace left the Pittsburgh Steelers to sign with the Miami Dolphins, he also went from catching passes from a veteran Super Bowl champion to a quarterback entering his second season in the NFL.

But Wallace said Tuesday he believes Dolphins quarterback Ryan Tannehill can be just as good as the Steelers' Ben Roethlisberger, who has passed for 29,844 yards, 191 touchdowns and has led Pittsburgh to two Super Bowl titles. - More

Iran and U.S. wrestling teams meet in NYC

2013-05-15 20:46:15

Iran's wrestling team visited the United States for the first time in a decade and found a virtual home meet.

The fans waving Iranian flags and stomping on the temporary bleachers were treated to a show of dominance by the wrestling power Wednesday in the exhibition at Grand Central Terminal. Iran beat the Americans 6-1.

"It's typical Iranian. - More

Marshals: No go-ahead to Tiger

2013-05-14 14:09:45

After a weekend war of words between Tiger Woods and Sergio Garcia, two course marshals are disputing Woods' retelling of what happened on Saturday.

Garcia said Woods distracted him by pulling a club from his bag -- stirring the gathered gallery while Garcia attempted a shot elsewhere.

Woods said he didn't see Garcia when he made the move, and besides, the course marshals gave him the OK. - More

Donovan McNabb to retire an Eagle

2013-05-14 06:21:32

Although he had a messy exit from Philadelphia in 2010, Donovan McNabb said Monday he intends to retire as an Eagle in September.

"I will retire as an Eagle and I look forward to that opportunity and that day," the quarterback told ESPN Radio 97.7 FM in Syracuse. - More

Tiger Woods wins

2013-05-12 19:50:59

Tiger Woods had the last word against Sergio Garcia by winning The Players Championship on Sunday.

Woods ended a weekend of verbal sparring with Garcia by doing what he does best -- closing out tournaments, even if he let this one turn into a tense duel over the final hour at the TPC Sawgrass. - More

Champions Barca celebrate with win at Atletico

2013-05-12 16:28:12

Radamel Falcao had threatened to spoil Barca’s title party when he struck in the 51st minute, but Alexis Sanchez levelled in the 72nd before David Villa’s miscued shot was diverted into his own net by Gabi eight minutes later.

Barca had to play with 10 men for the last 20 minutes after Lionel Messi was forced to leave the pitch with a recurrence of his hamstring injury after coach Tito Vilanova had already made his three substitutions. - More

Beltran-Cobos battle to draw in Tijuana

2013-05-12 16:05:18

After super featherweight Miguel “Barreterito” Beltran came down with a sciatic nerve injury mid way through fight week, his older brother Alberto “Barreterito 1″ Beltran (14-1-1, 8KOs) had to take the reins of last Saturday night’s Zanfer Promotions fight card held in an open air mini bull ring on the ground of the Caliente racetrack in the heart of Tijuana, Baja California, Mexico.

Close to two thousand fight fans witnessed Beltran at times struggle but at the end come back to earn a tough draw against hometown Rafael Cobos (12-4-5, 3KOs) in the eight round main event broadcast live by TV Azteca in Mexico. - More

Who will Cam Newton throw to in Carolina?

2013-05-11 15:57:26

I don't intend to pile on, but Carolina's draft class offers both good news and bad. Let's start with the positives.

The Panthers addressed their greatest need by adding a pair of big-bodied defensive tackles in Utah's Star Lotulelei and Kawann Short out of Purdue. - More

Prince Harry and Missy Franklin

2013-05-11 07:55:44

Harry went table-to-table for about an hour at the party.

He asked Franklin, attending with her parents, for a rundown of her medals while he took some ribbing about the shrieking female fans who greeted his arrival in Washington from U.S. Reps. Cory Gardner and Mike Coffman.

The swimming sensation later tweeted about her encounter with the royal well-wisher: 'And the perfect way to end my 18th birthday!?

Meeting Prince Harry! It was a honor meeting him and I had a blast as always.'

At one table on the patio looking out over the rolling hills... - More

Vijay Singh Sues PGA Tour

2013-05-08 11:18:58

Vijay Singh filed a lawsuit against the PGA Tour on Wednesday, claiming that the Tour subjected him to "public humiliation and ridicule for months" after he admitted to using deer antler spray, which was at the time on the Tour's list of banned substances.

The suit claims that the PGA Tour relied on the prohibited substances list from the World Anti-Doping Agency "without any independent review, analysis or assessment of the substances." - More

Alex Ferguson Retires, Wiki-Bio-Video

2013-05-08 11:09:24

English soccer's most successful manager -- Manchester United's Alex Ferguson -- is retiring at the end of the season after more than a quarter of a century at the helm, the club announced Wednesday.

The 71-year-old Scot has managed the English club, which is listed on the New York Stock Exchange and loved by millions of fans around the world, from Manchester to Manila and Montreal, since 1986. - More

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Phil Jackson to help Pistons find next coach

2013-05-03 05:11:43

The Pistons said Thursday night that Jackson will serve as an adviser. "Phil Jackson is a friend and one of the best minds in the business," Pistons owner Tom Gores said.

"We are thrilled to have him as an adviser as we make some very important decisions for this franchise."

The Pistons fired Lawrence Frank after a 29-53 season and 54-94 mark in his two seasons. - More

Justin Blackmon Suspended

2013-04-30 17:23:30

Justin Blackmon will be suspended for the first quarter of the season to a violation of the League's substance abuse policy

The Jacksonville Jaguar's star second round draft pick of 2012 was contrite and open about his personal responsibility in his latest infraction with the league rules.

Chad Johnson and Pork Chop Tweets

2013-04-30 10:38:55

Event though there's a question about Chad Johnson's future in the NFL there's no question about his ability to be spontaneous and rev-up his 4.5 million twitter fan base. When a homelessman, AKA Porkchop, approached him to buy a beer for him two days ago, Chad Johnson took it a step further and purchased him new clothes, a watch and tweeted the episodes on Twitter.

Pork Chop has been his companion in the clubs and have received accolades from Johnson's followers.

Night with PorkChop is winding down... Fun times for 48 hours straight... twitter.com/ochocinco/stat
— Chad Johnson (@ochocinco) April 29, 2013

Coming Out Event of Jason Collins

2013-04-29 23:46:18

Some has asked, Why Now? The response to everyone who seems perplexed about Jason Collins revelation that he's gay is, why not now.

Why does it have to be suspicious for one to admit he or she is gay in the 21st Century.

The Sports Illustrated piece, 'Why NBA center Jason Collins is coming out now' have to answer what many will continue to ask.

Gays serve along side each other on the battle field.

As of yet it hasn't disrupted morale or unit cohesion. Our military is still the greatest fighting force perhaps in the history of civilization.

So when athletes are on the field, dugout or court where the objective is winning, should sexual preference matter? Apparently it has mattered enough that so many before Jason Collins have kept silent.

This is a monumental occurance because we've made a giant leap forward based on one person's courage. Jeff Seidel is right in his piece 'Gay NBA player's announcement a game-changer for sports', but I would take it a step further and say it's a game changer for advertisers who endorse the macho image in sports, the little kids who look up to athletes at all levels of competition and consumers of sports apparel.

Manti Te'o must wait

2013-04-26 08:34:48

Manti Te'o must wait one more day to find out his future after a tumultuous four months.

The Notre Dame linebacker was not taken in the first round of the NFL draft Thursday.

And so fans — and even people who don't normally care about football — will buzz for another 24 hours about the fake girlfriend hoax and its repercussions on his football career. - More

Dortmund and Bayern Dominate Champions League

2013-04-25 13:53:56

Following the draw for the Champions League semifinals, it was well known that April 23 and 24 would be huge dates for the modern development of German football.

Bundesliga powerhouses Bayern Munich and Dortmund were paired with Barcelona and Real Madrid in a true measure of the quality of football in Spain and Germany.

To say that the Bundesliga sides passed their tests on the pitch would be a resounding understatement. Bayern dominated Barcelona for 90 minutes on Tuesday, hammering the Catalan giants by a 4-0 margin.

On Wednesday, Dortmund battered Real 4-1. - More

James Harrison: I don't hate the Steelers

2013-04-23 13:54:00

James Harrison is bringing a healed body and his old No. 92 with him down the Ohio River. Next goal: Get a Bengals ring to go with all that Steelers bling.

The former Pittsburgh linebacker signed a two-year contract Tuesday, completing the deal he agreed to four days earlier.

He's already got his uniform No. 92 reserved -- defensive end Jamaal Anderson agreed to give it up -- and his plans set. - More

Darrelle Revis heads to Bucs for physical

2013-04-21 08:44:52

Darrelle Revis' surgeon liked what he saw in Revis' knee when he examined him last week.

Same with the New York Jets' medical staff.

Now, it's the Tampa Bay Buccaneers' turn. And their opinion is the most important. - More

Al Michaels arrested for DUI

2013-04-21 08:33:06

Al Michaels, the play-by-play voice of NBC’s “Sunday Night Football,” was arrested late Friday in Santa Monica, Ca., and charged with driving under the influence.

CNN reports Michaels spent about five hours in the Santa Monica City Jail before being released this morning on his own recognizance.

Michaels was “extremely cooperative” the police told CNN.

Michaels is scheduled to appear in Los Angeles Municipal Court on June 26. - More

David Ortiz: This is our fucking city, VIDEO

2013-04-20 13:24:46

The Red Sox held an emotional pre-game ceremony this afternoon at Fenway Park to honor those affected by Monday’s Marathon bombings.

Massachusetts governor Deval Patrick and Boston Police commissioner Edward Davis were both in attendance for the occasion and received generous applause from the crowd. - More

Mike DAntoni will remain coach

2013-04-18 01:58:58

After the Los Angeles Lakers rallied to beat the Houston Rockets 99-95 in overtime to clinch the seventh seed in the Western Conference playoffs, Lakers general manager Mitch Kupchak confirmed that head coach Mike D'Antoni will return next season.

"I think under the circumstances, Mike did a great job. We don't anticipate any kind of a change," Kupchak told ESPNLosAngeles.com. - More

Dwight Howard attempts to lead the Lakers to playoffs

2013-04-17 18:26:57

With Kobe Bryant sidelined with an Achilles tendon tear, the Lakers (44-37) will need to ride on the back of Dwight Howard to get past the Houston Rockets (45-36) on Wednesday and into the playoffs.

Howard's opportunity to lead the Lakers hits center stage against the Rockets. Houston has one of the better defensive centers in the league in Omer Asik. - More

Legendary NFL announcer, Pat Summerall dies at 82, Wiki - Bio - Video

2013-04-16 22:38:58

Pat Summerall, the football player turned legendary play-by-play announcer, died Tuesday.

He was 82. He was best known as a broadcaster for teaming with former NFL coach John Madden for 22 years.

Summerall also worked for years alongside former player Tom Brookshier and became the voice of the NFL in the 1970s and 1980s, calling most of the league's signature games. - More

Pat Summerall Biography

Tianna Hawkins to Storm in WNBA draft Bio - Wiki - Video

2013-04-15 18:36:38

The Storm started to fill its holes inside, selecting Maryland forward Tianna Hawkins with the sixth overall pick in the WNBA draft on Monday.

Hawkins played in the physical Atlantic Coast Conference and finished with 1,086 career rebounds. - More

Tiana Hawkins Biography

$11.5M to family in Riddell helmet suit

2013-04-14 20:39:20

A Colorado jury has awarded $11.5 million in a lawsuit originally brought against helmet maker Riddell and several high school administrators and football coaches over brain injuries suffered by a teenager in 2008. - More

Violence at Wembley Stadium

2013-04-13 21:36:45

One of English soccer's showpiece tournaments was marred by violence at Wembley Stadium on Saturday, with Millwall fans fighting among themselves and with security officials.

Police reported 10 arrests.

The disorder revived memories of the London team's struggle with hooliganism in the 1970s. - More

National Womens Soccer League

2013-04-13 21:34:28

The first attempt burned through tens of millions of dollars and, despite an array of famous figures, was over in three years.

The second try never took hold and ended in disarray after another brief lifespan.

But a dozen years after introducing top-flight women’s soccer to the U.S. pro sports landscape, organizers and investors believe they have finally found the right formula... - More

Cabrera, Snedeker lead at 7 under

2013-04-13 16:16:37

Former winner Angel Cabrera and Brandt Snedeker will take a one-shot lead into the final round of the Masters on Sunday.

Both players carded 3-under 69s in the third round Saturday and sit at 7-under.

Adam Scott was alone in third after a 69. - More

Guan Tianlang is swiftly winning over golf fans

2013-04-13 05:56:44

As Guan Tianlang prepared to hit his second shot into the difficult 17th green at Augusta National Golf Club on Friday, he stepped over his ball, then stepped back, felt the wind and switched his club.

Guan is 14, the youngest player in Masters history, a symbol of Augusta National’s desire to tap into the money and population in his native China and spread the game. - More

What Kobes probable Achilles tear means

2013-04-13 05:54:06

Kobe Bryant was in no mood to answer the only question that mattered, and no one — not even a Boston Celtics fan — could blame him.

Yet as the Los Angeles Lakers star stood there in the Staples Center locker room with teary eyes discussing his night of ill fortune, how he heard his Achilles tendon pop... - More

Nigeria withdraw from African Nations Championship qualifiers

2013-04-11 19:19:38

Nigeria were set to play Ivory Coast in Calabar between 21-23 June, in the tournament for locally-based players.

The NFF's Emeka Inyama announced that the withdrawal was taken by the football authority to cut costs.

"We have a lot of financial commitments and we have to look at the competitions in order of importance," he explained. - More

Havard 'Kickalicious' Rugland signs with the Detroit Lions

2013-04-11 18:59:50

Norwegian kicker Havard Rugland has signed a contract with the Detroit Lions, Tim Twentyman of DetroitLions.com announced on Twitter.

Terms of the contract were not disclosed.

The Lions were one of several NFL teams to take a closer look at the 6-foot-2, 245-pound Rugland, who has been working with former NFL kicker Michael Husted in California and Florida this offseason.

NHL, Players Union Launch Initiative To Battle Homophobia

2013-04-11 18:48:23

The National Hockey League and its players union launched an initiative today that it hopes will stamp out homophobia from the game.

NHL Commissioner Gary Bettman tells our Newscast unit that the partnership with You Can Play is intended to send a message that everyone is welcome in the NHL as a player or a fan. - More

Oscar Pistorius: family hits out at attacks on relatives of Reeva Steenkamp

2013-04-11 07:57:34

"The disregard that is being shown by some - specifically those commenting via social media - for the profound pain that Reeva's family and friends are going through is very troubling," the family of the Paralympian, who is accused of shooting Miss Steenkamp dead on Valentine's Day, said in a statement. - More

Tiger Woods is back, at least the hype is

2013-04-09 22:54:06

Some want to say Tiger Woods is back – back to being happy, back to being comfortable in his own swing, back to a stable love life.

Others want to say nothing's changed, that he's still mostly ego, still putting out bold Nike commercials, still probably the same arrogant guy they enjoyed watching fall the first time around. - More

Olympics can keep Folau in rugby: Pulver

2013-04-09 22:51:18

The Australian Rugby Union is quietly confident the lure of an Olympic Games gold medal will keep superstar Israel Folau in the code.

Speculation is rife in rugby league circles that Folau will return to the NRL in 2014 after leaving the game at the end of 2010 before his less-than-successful two-year stint with the AFL club Greater Western Sydney. - More

Jay-Z selling shares of Nets

2013-04-09 22:11:36

Brooklyn Nets minority owner Jay-Z has begun the process of selling his stake in the team so that he can become an NBA agent, according to a Yahoo! report.

ESPN's Darren Rovell tweeted that Jay-Z's .067 percent (1/15th of a percent) stake in the Nets is worth approximately $350,000, and he could sell it tomorrow if he wanted to. - More

JaMarcus Russell rumors: Bears, Cardinals reportedly show most interest

2013-04-09 19:08:29

The comeback attempt of former No. 1 overall pick and famed bust JaMarcus Russell continues to gain legitimacy as teams are interested in bringing him in for private workouts.

Russell cancelled his pro day workout, originally scheduled for Wednesday, April 10, but only because teams would rather he come in for private workouts. - More

Louisville makes history for Pitino

2013-04-09 00:08:04

The Atlanta Journal-Constitution For one night anyway, four million and some Atlantans could take a backseat. Rick Pitino owned this town. This has been his week and Monday was his night. The same day the 60-year-old New Yorker was officially announced as a member of the next class into Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame, Pitino etched out some history all his own. - More

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Infection could derail return of Gronkowski

2013-04-07 11:28:13

New England Patriots tight end Rob Gronkowski might require a fourth surgery on his previously broken forearm to help clear up an infection but a decision has not yet been made on that front, a person informed of Gronkowski's status told USA TODAY Sports on Sunday.

The person, who spoke on condition of anonymity because he wasn't authorized to speak about Gronkowski's recovery... - More

Michigan downs Syracuse 61-56 in NCAA semifinal

2013-04-06 21:05:49

Michigan's latest group of young stars is determined to leave its own legacy.

Attacking Syracuse's suffocating zone defense in the first half with 3-pointers, crisp passing and a fearless attitude, the Wolverines advanced to the national championship game with a 61-56 victory over the Orange in the Final Four on Saturday night. - More

The End and Don King

2013-04-06 08:13:22

In the back room of Manhattan's Carnegie Deli, Don King picked at a pastrami sandwich with his fingers.

He had just been asked a question about his electric hair and, for the first time in a day filled with radio and television interviews, King paused before he spoke.

A cautious look crept over his graying eyes. - More

Lance Armstrong Withdraws From Swim Meet

2013-04-04 10:03:56

After an objection was raised Thursday by FINA, swimming's international governing body, Lance Armstrong has withdrawn from a masters swim meet being held this weekend in Austin, Texas, The Associated Press and other news outlets are reporting.

His decision came shortly after news of his planned participation started to spread, leading to questions about why an athlete who is banned from most international competitions because of doping charges could compete against others in such an event. - More

GEO Group withdraws $6 million gift

2013-04-02 10:58:57

The Boca Raton, Fla., prison company that donated $6 million to Florida Atlantic University to change the name of the college's football stadium has withdrawn the gift, the company said Monday.

GEO Group announced that they informed FAU that the gift would be withdrawn and the stadium would no longer be named GEO Group Stadium, calling criticism against the move an "ongoing distraction." - More

FIFA picks goal-line technology

2013-04-02 08:15:22

FIFA opted for GoalControl on Tuesday as its goal-line technology system for the Confederations Cup and 2014 World Cup in Brazil.

The German camera-based, ball-tracking system was the last of four contenders to win a FIFA contract that starts with the Confederations Cup in June. - More

Video: Kevin in good spirits and walking around on crutches

2013-04-01 14:58:44

Louisville guard Kevin Ware was up and walking on crutches Monday morning, and coach Rick Pitino said his player's spirits have been boosted by the outpouring of support from friends and fans.

Ware isn't in any pain after a 2-hour surgery Sunday night to repair a horrifying fracture in his right leg. Doctors reset the bone and inserted a rod, and are monitoring him to make sure there's no infection, Pitino said. - More

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Barack Obama, Robert Griffin III Conversation

2013-03-31 19:23:31

When you're the quarterback of the Redskins and you've just led your team to the playoffs in a most-unexpected way as a rookie and then had your season end with a chilling knee injury, there's probably not much that will faze you.

Sharing a conversation with the president might be one of those instances. This, from Robert Griffin III's Twitter account Sunday afternoon. - More

Louisville's Kevin Ware breaks leg trying to block shot

2013-03-31 19:10:49

Louisville guard Kevin Ware has a broken right leg after landing awkwardly when he tried to block a shot by Duke guard Tyler Thornton.

Replays showed that Ware's lower right leg appears to snap as he lands from a lengthy leap to contest the shot. A video of the play is attached below (warning, images are graphic). - More

Davonte' Neal and Justin Ferguson will transfer

2013-03-27 09:08:39

Rising Notre Dame sophomore wide receivers Davonte' Neal and Justin Ferguson have decided to transfer, coach Brian Kelly said Wednesday, meaning the Fighting Irish will have lost their top four signees from a 2012 recruiting class that was ranked No. 9 nationally.

Neal, who was the Irish's primary punt returner last season, was the school's highest-rated prospect from the recruiting class of 2012, receiving five stars from ESPN and ranking as the No. 1 overall athlete in his class. - More

USA-Mexico World Cup qualifier draws 1.6 overnight rating on ESPN

2013-03-27 08:51:32

The United States almost pulled out a win against Mexico on Tuesday in a game that ultimately ended in a 0-0 tie and the U.S. getting only its second point in a World Cup qualifier at Azteca Stadium.

The game was ultimately a win for ESPN, which aired the game.

The network drew enough viewers to earn a 1.6 overnight rating... - More

FGCU coach's wife Amanda Marcum

2013-03-27 08:41:21

Webb — Miss Alabama USA, model and the girlfriend of Alabama quarterback A.J. McCarren — parlayed a brief televised shot during a football game into her own cottage industry of instant fame and commercial gigs.

(Thank you, Brent Musberger). But Amanda, 34, has no plans to capitalize on her re-discovered celebrity, perfectly content at being a stay-at-home mom to her three children, including daughters Aila, 6, and Lilly, 5. Marcum will be 2 next month. - More

Shot of the Day: Tiger Woods

2013-03-25 14:04:27

In the final round of the Arnold Palmer Invitational presented by MasterCard, Tiger Woods and Rickie Fowler each made long birdie putts on the par-5 12th hole.

Coach leads Florida Gulf Coast to NCAA success

2013-03-24 19:36:36

Build a state university in the swamplands of south Florida. Move the athletic program to the highest level in college sports and hire a self-made millionaire basketball coach.

When his team makes the NCAA tournament, say in Year 2 of its eligibility, beat a tradition-rich opponent like a Georgetown.

That is Florida Gulf Coast University's formula for success. - More

Tiger Takes Lead At Bay Hill

2013-03-23 16:26:25

Woods, who has won the tournament a record seven times and is the only two-time winner on the PGA Tour this year, made key par saves on the front nine and then stormed into the lead with a birdie on 15 and an eagle on 16 during Saturday's third round.

Woods, who can become world No. 1 for the first time in 29 months with a victory, fired a stellar 6-under-par 66 to reach 11-under-par 205 and leads Rickie Fowler (67), John Huh (71) and Justin Rose (72) by two shots. - More

Ed Reed To Join Texans

2013-03-20 18:55:49

Free-agent safety Ed Reed is on the verge of joining the Houston Texans, according to multiple reports.

The swagger and skill Ed Reed brings to the field make the 34-year-old safety a risk worth taking for the Texans, writes Paul Kuharsky.

Reed, who has spent his entire career with the Baltimore Ravens, visited the Texans last week but left last Friday without a deal. - More

The Hype: UFC fighter probably going to jail

2013-03-19 10:17:07

UFC fighter Nick Diaz decided the post-fight press conference after a bout with Georges St-Pierre was the perfect time to tell the world, and U.S. Government, he hasn't paid a cent in taxes his entire life.

Michelle Beadle and Dave Briggs take a serious second to debate if there is deeper meaning behind Diaz’s proclamation, but it might be safe to assume the fighter has taken too many blows to the head. - More

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La Roja prepare for crucial week

2013-03-18 15:14:29

Spain coach Vicente Del Bosque has plenty to think about this week as he readies his previously all-conquering side for their crucial upcoming World Cup 2014 qualifiers against Finland in Gijon on Friday, and then France in Paris three days later.

Reigning world champions Spain had been expected to stroll through Group I, but slipped up by drawing 1-1 with France in Madrid last October, a game which featured a missed Cesc Fabregas penalty and a shock injury- time equaliser from Arsenal’s Olivier Giroud. - More

NFL to Pay $42M

2013-03-18 15:08:23

The NFL has agreed to pay $42 million as part of a settlement with a group of retired players who challenged the league over using their names and images without their consent.

The league will use the money to fund a "common good" trust over the next eight years that will help retired players with an array of issues including medical expenses, housing and career transition. - More

Giorgos Katidis Lifetime Ban

2013-03-17 09:45:54

Greece's soccer federation said Sunday in a statement that the AEK Athens midfielder's gesture "is a deep insult to all victims of Nazi brutality."

The 20-year-old Katidis gave a Nazi salute after scoring the go-ahead goal Saturday in AEK's 2-1 victory over Veria in the Greek league.

He pleaded ignorance of the meaning of his gesture - right arm extended and hand straightened. - More

Montreal Impact beat Toronto for third consecutive win

2013-03-16 20:04:14

Patrice Bernier and Marco Di Vaio scored first-half goals to lead the Montreal Impact to a 2-1 win over Toronto FC on Saturday and maintain its perfect start to the season.

The Impact, who opened with wins in Seattle and Portland to match their total away victories last year, became the first Major League Soccer team to win three games this campaign. - More

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Didier Drogba Absence

2013-03-16 20:01:14

Galatasaray striker Didier Drogba was a shock omission on Saturday when Ivory Coast named a 28-man squad for next weekend's World Cup qualifier against Gambia in Abidjan.

The Ivorians listed the players who will be involved in next Saturday's tie in Abidjan on the soccer federation's website (www.fif-ci.com) without giving a reason for the former Chelsea player's absence. - More

Europa League Quarterfinals

2013-03-15 10:13:46

You'd be forgiven for missing the UEFA Europa League draw—such was the furore over the Champions League version—but here B/R predicts the winner of each "other" quarterfinal.

Former Newcastle and Holland striker Patrick Kluivert drew some pretty interesting ties in Nyon, Switzerland, with two English clubs in particular in for a tough ride.

Read on for the winning predictions. - More

UEFA Champions League

2013-03-15 05:04:16

The draw for the quarter final of this season's Champions League takes place in Nyon, in Switzerland, on Friday, with the Premier League having no representatives for the first time in 17 years.

The first leg matches will be played on 2 and 3 April, with the return fixtures taking place a week later, on 9 and 10 April. - More

Mexico names 23-man roster for World Cup

2013-03-13 22:31:17

Mexico has announced its 23-man roster for its upcoming World Cup qualifiers against the United States and Honduras on Wednesday.

Highlighting the roster are the usual suspects – goalkeeper Guillermo Ochoa, forwards Giovani Dos Santos and Javier Hernández, and winger Andrés Guardado, among others.

In-form Real Sociedad forward Carlos Vela, who has been estranged from the national team, was again excluded from the selection. - More

Welker signs two-year deal with Broncos

2013-03-13 21:57:46

Wide receiver Wes Welker reached an agreeement on a two-year, $12-million deal with the Denver Broncos, the NFL Network reported Wednesday.

Welker, one of the top unrestricted free agents available, had 118 receptions for 1,354 yards and six touchdowns in 2012 with the New England Patriots.

It was his fifth 100-catch season — an NFL record — with the Patriots. - More

Kobe Bryant Out Indefinitely

2013-03-13 21:51:29

Kobe Bryant struggled for the second night in a row, but this time LA wasn’t playing one of the worst teams in the NBA, and Dwight Howard wasn’t getting to the free throw line every minute.

After a 4-for-14 clunker against Orlando, Kobe shot a woeful 11-of-33 against Atlanta, and then suffered a left ankle injury in the final seconds that will keep him out “indefinitely” according to Yahoo’s Adrian Wojnarowski.

Bryant took a baseline jumper and came down on the ankle of Dahntay Jones, and lay on the court writhing in pain.

It looked bad. LA lost, 96-92. - More

Reggie Bush, Lions reach agreement

2013-03-13 10:43:04

The Detroit Lions are vying for running back Reggie Bush's services and hope to nudge the Arizona Cardinals out of the way.

Bush will visit the Lions on Wednesday, according to a person informed of the meeting.

The person spoke to USA TODAY Sports on condition of anonymity because neither the team nor Bush's representatives has confirmed the visit publicly. - More

Barcelona's 4-0 annihilation of AC Milan

2013-03-13 09:09:05

It was supposed to be the end of an era, the end of a generation.

Had it not been for a post, then perhaps the world would be looking at a different future. Football is nothing but fickle.

The headline will be Barcelona's 4-0 annihilation of AC Milan, swatting aside the critics and doubters in the only way that this great team know how.

Had the ball deflected off the post and spun the other way, the chilling inquest into Barcelona's fall of grace would have already begun. - More

Reports: Dolphins land WR Mike Wallace

2013-03-12 14:42:14

The Miami Dolphins reportedly landed their big catch.

Multiple reports from the NFL Network state Miami has agreed in principle with former Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Mike Wallace.

He is expected to sign his contract later this evening. Wallace was Miami’s top target all along.

The Dolphins were ranked 26th in passing and need better receivers to add around second-year quarterback Ryan Tannehill.

We will have more analysis on this big move coming up in the AFC East blog. - More

Woods Rolling His Way Toward the Masters

2013-03-11 08:15:09

Tiger Woods had gone more than three years without a World Golf Championship. He had no trouble remembering the drill.

He sat at a table with the blue Gene Sarazen Cup trophy — he has six just like it at home — and signed a stack of flags for posterity and charity after a two-shot win that was never in question during the final two hours on the Blue Monster at Doral. - More

Tiger Woods wins another at Doral

2013-03-10 20:30:09

Devouring courses that fit his eye, Tiger Woods is starting to look — and play — like the best player in the world again. Don't expect his roll to slow, either, as two more of his favorite tracks are on tap — Bay Hill and Augusta National. - More

48-year-old Bernard Hopkins wins the IBF light heavyweight title

2013-03-10 09:39:30

If you're waiting on Bernard Hopkins (53-6) to get too old to box, you'll have to wait a little while longer.

Not only did he not look like a 48-year-old taking the IBF light heavyweight title from Tavoris Cloud (24-1) at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn, he looked like he could challenge other top fighters in the 175-pound weight range.

After all, Cloud came into the fight as an undefeated champion with a KO percentage of 76 percent. But as we should already know by now, the numbers don't mean much to B-Hop. - More

Issa Hayatou is re-elected unopposed as CAF President

2013-03-10 09:22:35

Cameroonian Issa Hayatou has been re-elected unopposed as Confederation of African Football (CAF) president for a final four-year term in office.

The 66-year-old, who was voted into power in 1988, has already said this seventh term will be his final period as head of the organisation. - More

Celtics, now with 11 Overtime Victories

2013-03-09 08:17:24

The Celtics, now with 11 games that have gone into overtime, in addition to 16 overtime periods, lead the NBA in terms of sheer extra work.

Though they extended their OT record to 7-4 with last night’s 107-102 win over Atlanta, it’s not necessarily the kind of grind they want.

“It’s not good to play so many overtimes, but the great thing is that we’re winning,” said Jeff Green. - More

Tiger Shares Lead At Doral

2013-03-07 16:50:46

Aided by some putting tips from Steve Stricker, Tiger Woods made nine birdies on Thursday and grabbed a share of the first-round lead at the WGC-Cadillac Championship, shooting a 6-under 66 that easily could have been lower.

Top-ranked Rory McIlroy wasn't so fortunate.

The mid-round walk-off behind him, McIlroy stepped back into his other woes Thursday, again showing the poor form that led to his frustration a week ago up the road in Palm Beach Gardens, this time shooting a 1-over 73 that included two late birdies. - More

Lamar Odom Asleep At Child Custody Hearing

2013-03-06 14:43:36

Despite a disappointing lack of photographic evidence, The New York Post reported Tuesday that a court officer spotted Los Angeles Clippers star Lamar Odom fast asleep on a courthouse bench during a custody hearing over his two children with ex-girlfriend Liza Morales.

"Excuse me, are you OK?” the officer asked Odom when he found the 6-foot-10 Clippers forward napping on a hard wooden bench outside the room where lawyers were discussing the case. "I need you to sit up," the officer said. - More

Brittney Griner Drops 50, Highlight Video

2013-03-04 22:16:48

John Harbaugh 'very happy' for Joe Flacco

2013-03-04 07:09:31

His quarterback is about to be under contract for the next six years, emerging as the highest-paid player in the game.

Joe Flacco, the Super Bowl Most Valuable Player who helped engineer a Super Bowl victory over the San Francisco 49ers with three touchdown passes and zero interceptions is set to sign a $120.6 million contract today, a welcome development for Ravens coach John Harbaugh.

And Harbaugh told The Baltimore Sun that his excitement about the deal, which is scheduled to be signed this afternoon, is something for everyone to be pleased about. - More

Joe Flacco gets $52 million guaranteed

2013-03-04 07:05:36

Joe Flacco’s bet on himself, the one he made last summer, has paid off and let’s just say he hit the jackpot.

Flacco opted to end talks on a new deal and see how the season played out.

Now, with a Lombardi Trophy on his resume, he has agreed to a six-year- $120.6 million deal with the Baltimore Ravens.

The interesting past of the deal? USA Today reports that $52 million is guaranteed. - More

Mexico U-20 3-1 USA U-20

2013-03-03 21:26:50

It took 120 minutes, but Mexico eventually overwhelmed the USA to win the CONCACAF U-20 title 3-1.

Two early goals set the tone for what looked like it would be a high-scoring match, but after Jesus Corona's opener five minutes in and Benji Joya leveler from the spot five minutes later, the goals dried up. - More

Degu Debebe Orange CAF Confederation Cup

2013-03-02 15:52:17

St George defender Degu Debebe captains both club and country and going into this weekend's Orange CAF Confederation Cup preliminary round return leg against Jamhuri of Zanzibar , he is confident of progressing through.

Degu was speaking to Cafonline.com ahead Sunday's encounter.

Cafonline.com: You scored three goals without main striker Adane Girma that is great isn't it? - More

Pistorius Became An Avid Firearms Collector

2013-03-02 14:41:36

JOHANNESBURG - In his Olympic year, Oscar Pistorius steadily became an avid firearms collector, joining a gun-collecting club and purchasing a collection of firearms that included a .500 Magnum pistol dubbed by its manufacturer as "the most powerful production revolver in the world" and a civilian version of a military assault rifle.

At the end of 2012, in the first blush of his romance with Reeva Steenkamp, the model he later shot and killed, Pistorius got deeper into his hobby. It was known that Pistorius liked guns but only now, from Associated Press interviews with other collectors, is it becoming clear the extent to which he became a dedicated firearms aficionado in the 12 months before he shot Steenkamp. - More

Gallardo has a minor groin strain

2013-03-02 14:30:27

Brewers right-hander Yovani Gallardo has a minor groin strain that will cause him to miss his next spring training start and could limit him from playing for Mexico in the World Baseball Classic.

Milwaukee manager Ron Roenicke said Saturday that Gallardo tweaked his groin last Tuesday against Seattle.

Gallardo was scheduled to start Sunday against the Cubs and then leave for the WBC, but he will instead throw a bullpen session for the Brewers. - More

US vs Mexico in CONCACAF U20 Matchup

2013-03-02 14:27:37

USA vs. Mexico 2013 qualified to the CONCACAF U20 soccer Championship Finals last night. United States vs. Mexico will deliver the anticipated futbol U20 finals game that most news analysts expected.

Mexico has been undefeated while USA has delivered an impressive offense and defense during this soccer tournament. - More

Mexico News Links

Flacco's New Cash Vault

2013-03-02 13:30:15

One of the more interesting debates before the 2012 NFL season was whether or not the Baltimore Ravens should have locked up quarterback Joe Flacco into a new contract.

Flacco decided against it and played out the season, which worked out tremendous to his benefit.

Now, after a Super Bowl victory and being awarded the game’s MVP award, Flacco has become the highest-paid player in the history of the National Football League. - More

Rafael Nadal Knee Is Better Following Mexico Win

2013-02-28 06:04:13

Rafael Nadal said his injured knee is improving after beating Argentina's Martin Alund 6-0 6-4 to reach the quarter-finals of the Mexican Open. The Spaniard, 26, was playing his 10th match on clay since returning from a seven-month injury lay-off. - More

Stephen Curry 54-Point Outburst

2013-02-28 05:51:07

Warriors coach Mark Jackson, a native New Yorker and former Knicks point guard, understands the allure of playing in the hallowed grounds of Madison Square Garden perhaps better than anyone. Jackson's reverence for the arena seems to have rubbed off on Stephen Curry. - More

Alex Smith to Chiefs: Thoughts on trade

2013-02-27 11:31:09

The San Francisco 49ers have agreed to trade quarterback Alex Smith to the Kansas City Chiefs, league sources confirmed to ESPN.

Kansas City will trade its second-round pick in the 2013 draft -- the second selection (No. 34 overall) in the round -- as well as another conditional mid-round pick in 2014 to acquire Smith from San Francisco, a league source told ESPN. - More

No. 1 Indiana Upset By Minnesota

2013-02-26 20:28:30

Trevor Mbakwe had 21 points and 12 rebounds to help Minnesota take down No. 1 Indiana 77-73 on Tuesday night, the seventh time the top-ranked team in The Associated Press' poll has lost a game this season.

Andre Hollins added 16 points for the Gophers (19-9, 7-8 Big Ten), who outrebounded Cody Zeller and the Hoosiers by a whopping 44-30 and solidified their slipping NCAA tournament case with an emphatic performance against the Big Ten leaders. - More

Dennis Rodman Shadow Ambassador to North Korea

2013-02-26 09:07:48

Dennis Rodman will be traveling to North Korea with three members of the Harlem Globetrotters. Rodman has been quick to deflect criticism on his Twitter, "I'm not a politician. Kim Jung Un & North Korean people are basketball fans. I love everyone. Period. End of story." But the truth is, just like Google's CEO and Governor Richardson's visit, Rodman can do a great deal to ease tensions between our two nations.

Rodman's resume of many great feats playing in the pros with his share of championships and personal bests can actually be an asset during his talks with officials there. When Bill Clinton went there to get the communist nation to release journalists he paid a visit to the White House upon his return. Now maybe Obama will host the NBA great with some White House Ale to pick his head on diplomacy issues.

North Korean News Links

High School Coach To Lebron James

2013-02-25 19:12:06

Keith Dambrot, the coach at the University of Akron since 2004 and the former coach of Lebron James at St. Vincent-St. Mary High School had some choice words for arguably one of the best basketball players of all time:

"I said he needed to be as coach-able as possible, he needed to get back to the basics. But most of all, he needed to clear his head. I told him to be true to himself.

"I said, 'You're not the golden child anymore; people don't like you. Well who cares, if you can look yourself in the mirror and say you're a good guy.' It was hard for me to see so many people hate him. He made a business decision. LeBron is the most team-oriented player I've coached, and he's such a great person." - More

Brady Three Year Extension

2013-02-25 15:41:55

Tom Brady took a huge step today to ensure he'll retire a Patriot, agreeing to a three-year contract extension that will keep him under center for New England through the 2017 season, when he will be 40 years old.

For the second time in his illustrious career, Brady is doing something players in this day and age simply do not do: As he did in 2005, Brady, a league source told SI.com, is signing a contract with New England that will pay him significantly less money than the market will bear, in large part to help the Patriots stay competitive for the next five seasons. - More

Danica Patrick: Feeling I was going to get freight-trained

2013-02-24 16:26:54

"You spend a lot of time thinking about what to do when the time comes," Patrick said. "I kept asking up above what was working. You needed a hole, you needed people to help you out. I had a little bit of help today here and there, but I felt like if I was going to dive low, I had a feeling I was going to get freight-trained. ... At the end of the day, it was a solid day."

$17 million in fake NFL goods

2013-02-24 11:29:46

An investigation encompassing everything from fake NFL game jerseys to counterfeit Super Bowl tickets ended with more than $17 million worth of items seized and 41 people arrested, according to U.S.

Immigration and Customs Enforcement.

The federal agency began its probe -- which it dubbed "Operation Red Zone" in reference to the area between the 20-yard line and goal line for a football team's offense -- on September 1, 2012, and wrapped it up on February 6.

ICE special agents, U.S. Postal Inspection Service members and state and local police officers nationwide conducted the investigation, in conjunction with the NFL and other top sports leagues. - More

Philadelphia Eagles meet with Manti Teo

2013-02-24 10:27:48

Manti Te'o noted on Saturday when he talked with an assembled group of media that he met with the Texans and Packers since arriving at the NFL Scouting Combine.

He could have added the Philadelphia Eagles.

Te'o met with the Eagles prior to the weekend, according to multiple league sources.

The Eagles, like the rest of the NFL, were doing their due diligence on a draft prospect that has drawn intense public interest after being entangled in an infamous catfishing scheme following a stellar career at Notre Dame. - More

Tiger Woods and Ex Elin Nordegren Spotted Together

2013-02-24 09:58:03

An eyewitness told the gossip site that, "Tiger arrived to the event first with his son and daughter and Elin arrived about an hour later…

when their paths finally did cross, they chatted together for about 30 minutes and appeared to enjoy each other's company." - More

Double Digit Winning Streak For The Heat

2013-02-24 00:38:42

Winning streaks in February don't mean anything when the playoffs arrive.

That's what the rest of the NBA needs to remind itself of.

Otherwise, the Miami Heat's display over the past few weeks would be awfully demoralizing.

The Heat won their 10th straight Saturday night, smashing a banged-up and already rather demoralized Philadelphia 76ers outfit by a 114-90 margin. - More

Dennis Bermudez Prevails Over Matt Grice

2013-02-23 19:29:49

ANAHEIM, Calif. – In an early "Fight of the Night" candidate, Dennis Bermudez and Matt Grice traded devastating punches and left the audience standing after 15 minutes.

In the end, it was Bermudez's heart and cardio that helped him prevail. He earned a split decision while winning the fight with scores of 29-28, 28-29 and 29-28.

The featherweight bout was part of the preliminary card of Saturday's UFC 157 event at Honda Center in Anaheim, Calif. - More

Daytona 300 NASCAR Nationwide Series Crash As Stewart Wins

2013-02-23 18:32:38

Tony Stewart was horrified as he looked in the mirror while taking the checkered flag of the NASCAR Nationwide Series race on Saturday.

At least 28 fans were injured by flying debris from rookie Kyle Larson’s Chevrolet, which went hurtling airborne into the wall and broke into pieces on the front stretch of Daytona International Speedway.

“That’s the worst image I’ve ever seen in a race in my life,” said a somber Stewart, a three-time Sprint Cup champion and veteran of IndyCar racing as well Track president Joie Chitwood said 14 fans were transported to area hospitals and another 14 were treated at the track’s infield care center. - More

Miami upset by Wake Forest 80-65

2013-02-23 13:27:47

The Demon Deacons has just upset number 2 Miami 80-65 on Saturday with a 6-0 run during the final minute of the half. Trying to use the momentum Miami came with five ponts of Wake Forest but came up short. Codi Miller-McIntyre added 15 points and Travis McKie came away with 8.

Usain Bolt In State Of Shock About Pistorius

2013-02-18 09:30:01

The worlds fastest sprinter Usain Bolt says he's still in a state of shock after learning of Oscar Pistorius legal problems.

The South African sprint runner Pistorius is accused of killing his girlfriend and model Reeva Steenkamp in his Pretoria gated community in South Africa.

Bolt stated, "this can't be the same guy I've seen and that I know," in an interview with CNN. News of Pistorius has rocked the track and field community.

Tebow slated to speak at 11,000-member First Baptist Dallas Church

2013-02-15 08:35:47

The wildcat quarterback is slated to speak at the 11,000-member First Baptist Dallas Church’s April 28 Sunday morning service, according to the church’s website.

While Tebow is known for wearing his religion on his sleeve and his prayerful onfield gestures have been dubbed “Tebowing,” he’s made a practice of not offending his teammates with his faith. - More

Ted Ligety dominates giant slalom, Video

2013-02-15 08:30:02

Park City’s Ted Ligety lived up to soaring expectations Friday by defending his title in the giant slalom and becoming the first American to win three gold medals at the FIS Alpine World Ski Championships.

No skier at all had done that since the legendary Jean-Claude Killy swept four races in 1968. - More

Condoleezza Rice had a rough go at Pebble Beach.

2013-02-09 20:21:22

Condoleezza Rice had a rough go at Pebble Beach. There were many errant golf shots to be played with her partner and 'Bama Fan Jason Bohn.

Unfortunately one of the erratic shots landed on the head of a spectator on the course.

Rice, forever the seasoned diplomat, rushed over to the injured spectator and her daughter to offer a towel to stop the bleeding. After medical assistance arrived Rice was kind enough to give the daughter her contact information to keep her abreast of the recovery efforts.

Mizzou and Ole Miss Fight

2013-02-09 17:44:38

With No. 20 Missouri holding a comfortable 22-point cushion against No. 23 Ole Miss with 7:30 remaining in Saturday's Southeastern Conference clash, tempers began to flare.

Surprisingly, an Ole Miss player started a fight, and his name wasn't Marshall Henderson. - More

Dr. Kobe Bryant: No Time For Healing

2013-02-07 18:50:14

Dwight Howard knows how all the attention surrounding his exit from the Orlando Magic created a "Dwightmare" situation for everyone involved and he wants to avoid the negative spotlight with his free agency decision looming in Los Angeles.

"I'm not a crybaby," Howard told ESPN's Stephen A. Smith on SportsCenter on Monday. "I didn't try to cry my way out of Orlando. That was never my intention, or not what I did at all.

Eagles talking contract with Dennis Dixon

2013-02-06 19:55:14

After successfully pretending to be Robert Griffin III and Colin Kaepernick, Dennis Dixon could now be getting to reprise the role for which he’s most famous: Dennis Dixon.

According to Geoff Mosher of CSNPhilly.com, the Eagles are in contract talks with Dixon. Dixon, a Heisman candidate at Oregon and presumed first-round pick, plunged to round five after tearing an ACL during the 2007 college football season. - More

Vijay Singh: 'At no time was I aware...'

2013-01-31 07:19:57

Vijay Singh has unfortunately entered the point of no return as it relates to performance enhancing substances.

He has admitted to using a substance created by S.W.A.T. (Sports with Alternatives to Steroids) called Deer Antler Spray, which contains a banned substance by every major sports league including the PGA Tour. - More

Woods Wins

2013-01-28 19:03:59

Tiger Woods was so good for so long at Torrey Pines that it didn't matter how bad it looked at the end. In a finish that was fitting for such a long and exasperating week, Woods built an eight-shot lead with five holes to play on Monday until he lost patience with the slow play and started losing shots that only determined the margin of victory. - More

Can we call the Brady/Belichick era and immobile QBs a wrap?

2013-01-21 00:20:57

Bill Belichick stormed off the field, after his decisive loss by the Baltimore Ravens, without giving an interview to CBS. A Hall of Fame football star now analyst and a current NFL football star denounced the arrogance and rightfully so. Compare the behavior of Bill Belichick's to that of Peyton Manning's; bringing his family to the Raven's locker room to bid farewell to Ray Lewis.

Terrell Owens competitively screamed give me the ball on the sidelines and received the err of the country for being troublesome in the locker room, while Belichick and Brady exhibit worse behavior and it chalked off as being overly competitive.

The look on Belichick's and Brady's faces was the dazed look of disgust and amazement at the same time; after all they have capitalized off the NFL's rule changes. They even coined a rule after Tom Brady called "The Brady Rule" to denote the NFL's staunch protection of immobile pocket passers.

Compare Brady to the quarter backs before him; those that had to be real athletes, by being elusive in the pocket and making plays with their arms and legs if need be. Brady has received over 300 sacks during his NFL tenure to John Elway and Brett Farve's over 500 sacks virtually the same period of time due to the NFL's alteration of the sport.

One would have to come away thinking the frustration exhibited by Belichick was the result of not only yesterday's shellacking, but an understanding that they no longer have the arsenal to impose their will in big games anymore. Brady has been a field general who has lost a lot of close matchups since "Spygate". Just ask Terrell Suggs.

I wonder what the conversation was like when Chip Kelley came to New England and dissected his Read Option System for Belichick. Belichick have been a great strategist in football. He's had the advantage of being up close and personal with football since childhood. In this long off season, will he think about the advantages of the Read Option System and how it catapulted three rookies to post season play? After all if there was any coach in the league to introduce a successful offensive system in the pros why it wasn't Belichick? Huh?

His offense appeared tired and confused out there playing a one dimensional system without "The Gronk". There was nothing left to give in the fourth quarter. The New England Patriots racked up the score against the best teams in the league this season only to be stunned in the game that counted a lot more.

Sean Payton had to forfeit 5.8 million in pay for the 2013 season for his part as head coach in the bounty scandal to Belichick's mere $500,000, by comparison, in the video-tapping scandal. Some have asked why. Others have alleged Brady and the Patriots are the leagues poster child.

During the off seas

Source: Doubtful Crabtree is charged

2013-01-20 11:16:43

One well-placed San Francisco 49ers source said he "highly, highly doubted" that San Francisco wide receiver Michael Crabtree will be charged in the events that led to an investigation of sexual assault last week. - More

NFL looks to adjust Rooney Rule

2013-01-18 18:59:37

I wrote on Thursday night about the startling lack of diversity in this year's NFL head coach and GM hires. Based on the reaction from my Twitter account, a lot of white people were upset and insist we live in a post-racial world. Right. - More

Kelly to the Philadelphia Eagles

2013-01-16 10:34:03

Oregon coach Chip Kelly will be the new coach of the Philadelphia Eagles, league sources told ESPN. Kelly re-emerged as a candidate recently and an agreement

was just reached Wednesday. The Herd with Colin Cowherd Colin Cowherd reacts to Chris Mortensen's report that Chip Kelly will become the Eagles' new coach.

Will Kelly keep Michael Vick in Philadelphia? More Podcasts » The Eagles had interviewed Kelly early in its search for a replacement for longtime coach Andy Reid,

talking to the coach in Arizona after the Ducks' 35-17 Fiesta Bowl victory over Kansas State. - More

Eagles interview Brian Kelly of Notre Dame

2013-01-10 02:56:55

One day after his Notre Dame team got thrashed in the BCS Championship Game, Brian Kelly turned his attention toward a move to the next level. Kelly met with the Philadelphia Eagles about their vacant head-coaching job, according to a person informed of the meeting between the parties. - More

RG3 Will Win the Superbowl!

2013-01-05 11:02:39

Record-setting rookie quarterbacks will be on full display when the Seattle Seahawks and Washington Redskins square off in Sunday’s NFC Wild Card matchup at 4:30 p.m. ET on FOX.

The Seahawks (11-5) enter this contest on a five-game winning streak, while the Redskins (10-6) won their final seven games to capture the NFC East division title and first

postseason berth since 2007. - More

RG3 will win vs Seattle!

2013-01-04 11:56:23

The National Football League is changing. The Aaron Rodgers model of grooming a quarterback by making him stand on the sideline for a couple of seasons

and learn from a veteran is no more. Now, quarterbacks selected early in the draft have to play immediately and play well. Jobs depend on it. - More

Charles Chip Kelly to the Pros!?

2013-01-04 03:53:52

Tim Tebow: Power Ranking Best Possible Teams for Underused Backup

2012-12-09 18:05:21

Tim Tebow needs a new home. The Jets have no use for him and apparently no intent of letting him play, and the young quarterback deserves a shot to

show what he can do. I'm not even a Tebow supporter. I've ripped him as a quarterback on many occasions. However, it cannot be denied that he got results as a

starting quarterback last year, and there are some teams that could use some of his mythical winning ways. - More

Gamaliel Diaz Super Featherweight Champ

2012-10-27 07:10:04

Gamaliel Diaz jabbed his way to a unanimous points' decision win over title-holder Takahiro Aoh in Tokyo to become the new World Boxing Council super featherweight champion on Saturday. - More

Patriots go under in Baltimore

2012-09-24 06:38:27

The Patriots [team stats] had a chance to put the previous week’s loss behind them and send a message to their AFC Championship Game counterparts, but this time, they couldn’t stave off a Baltimore Ravens comeback. - More

Uganda's Stephen Kiprotich stunned the Kenyan challenge to clinch a surprise Olympic gold medal

2012-08-12 10:05:53

Uganda's Stephen Kiprotich stunned the Kenyan challenge to clinch a surprise Olympic gold medal in the marathon on The Mall.

The 23-year-old burst past Abel Kirui and Wilson Kipsang around the 38-kilometre mark to leave his two rivals trailing and claim only Uganda's second ever Olympic gold in athletics. - More

Australian swimmer Stephanie Rice: FYI yes Kobe and I are friends

2012-08-10 23:43:55

“FYI yes Kobe and I are friends, but no we are not together and never have been,” the raven-haired. “Can't guys and girls be just friends..? He's an amazing athlete and I've enjoyed getting to know him and many other great athletes in my Olympic journey.” - More

Hines Sight: Howard trade ushers in another NBA super team

2012-08-10 21:27:07

It might be hard for folks to focus on the NBA season, but pro basketball just got a whole lot less interesting. Breaking news....there’s a new super team.

The impact will damage the rest of the league. - More

VIDEO: Watch Usain Bolt Dominate The 100m Finals In London

2012-08-05 14:43:32

It's Usain Bolt's world and everyone else is living in it. Once again, Bolt blew through the field and took home gold at the Olympics, finishing the 100m finals in a time of 9.63. After questions about whether Bolt was ready -- prompted by Yohan Blake's win at the Jamaican trials -- the world record holder reminded everyone who's the boss. - More

Video of Usain Bolt winning the 100m

Services for Garrett Reid will be Tuesday

2012-08-05 13:34:06

Here is an obituary released by the Reid family:

Garrett William Reid was born in Provo, Utah April 13, 1983 and grew up in Green Bay, Wisconsin and Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

He graduated from Harriton High School and Montgomery County Community College.

Garrett was working as a strength & conditioning coach. He found his passion in helping others develop their physique.

To further his career, Garrett had planned to begin studies in sports management in the fall. He was proud of his rank of Eagle Scout. He was the greatest big brother. He was definitely the funniest person to all who knew and loved him. Garrett will be long remembered for his sense of humor, his bold laughter and zest for life. Through his most difficult times his biggest strength was the love and support he received from his family and they from him. He will be truly missed. Garrett is survived by his parents Andrew and Tammy and siblings Britt (Kristen), Crosby, Drew, Spencer and the love of his life, Laura Perkins.

UFC on Fox 4: Lyoto Machida earns title shot

2012-08-04 21:13:50

The Ultimate Fighting Championship finally may have gotten over the hump with Fox.

After taking criticism from fans for its first three live cards on the network, "UFC on Fox: Shogun vs. Vera" was filled with great fights from pillar to post, particularly the all-important four-fight live broadcast on Fox. - More

Fraser-Pryce wins 100 again on big night for Brits

2012-08-04 20:58:02

Jamaica's Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce won her second straight gold medal in the women's 100-meters Saturday at the London Games, but the host nation of Great Britain wound up stealing the spotlight with three gold medals.

Jessica Ennis was expected to win heptathlon gold for the host nation after building a big lead heading into Saturday evening's final discipline, but Mo Farah and Greg Rutherford's Olympic titles on the men's side were nothing short of shocking. - More

South Africa wins first Olympic gold ever in rowing

2012-08-03 23:21:23

South Africa won its first ever Olympic gold medal in rowing in the lightweight men's four. Moving up from fourth in the final 500m the South Africans overtook 2010 World Champions Great Britain, 2011 World Champions Australia and 2008 Olympic Champions Denmark to cross the line first.

Great Britain took silver and Denmark bronze - this is the fifth overall Olympic medal won by legendary Dane lightweight sculler Eskild Ebbesen, aged 40. He has won a medal in the lightweight men's four at every Olympic Games since Atlanta in 1996. - More

27-year-old Tirunesh Dibaba retains distance crown

2012-08-03 18:56:12

The 27-year-old, who won the distance double at the Beijing Olympics, surged away from Sally Kipyego and Vivian Cheruiyot after the bell to win by more than five seconds.

Dibaba's time was a season's best of 30 minutes 20.75 seconds with Kipyego taking the silver in 30:26.37 and world champion Cheruiyot four seconds futher back in bronze. - More

Rim Jong Sim wins weightlifting gold

2012-08-03 15:00:48

Rim Jong Sim won North Korea's third weightlifting gold medal in the London Olympics when she clinched the women's 69-kilogram class Wednesday in a dramatic finish.

Rim lifted a total weight of 261 kilograms but was challenged until the end by Romania's Roxana Cocos, who would have moved into first placed if she hadn't failed with her final lift. - More

Douglas captures all-around gold

2012-08-02 19:40:33

Gymnastics coach Liang Chow didn't quite know what to make of Gabby Douglas when she decided to move halfway across the country 20 months ago to train at his gym.

Her body was scrawny, her skills ragged, but she wanted to compete in the 2012 London Olympics. - More

PSU penalties appropriate, Obama says

2012-08-02 18:05:54

President Barack Obama on Thursday said stiff NCAA sanctions on Penn State’s football program were "appropriate" in the wake of the Jerry Sandusky child sexual abuse scandal.

"I have been a big admirer of Penn State football," Obama said.

"Obviously Joe Paterno was a great football coach. But there are some things that are just more important than sports. And making sure our kids are safe is more important than sports." - More

Phelps sets the seal on status as greatest ever Olympian with 20th swimming medal

2012-08-02 18:03:07

Another record-breaking evening for Phelps saw him become the first male swimmer to achieve victory at the same event in three successive Games.

On Tuesday, Phelps had smashed the record tally of 18 Olympic medals held by former Soviet gymnast Larisa Latynina as he took his haul to 19. - More

London Now: Serena going strong

2012-07-28 15:08:41

Ryan Lochte deposed Michael Phelps as the Olympic 400 metres individual medley champion

2012-07-28 12:08:35

Ryan Lochte deposed Michael Phelps as the Olympic 400 metres individual medley champion as he secured a dominant victory at the Aquatics Centre.

The race was meant to be the first instalment of a showdown between him and Phelps but ultimately Lochte was never threatened and touched in four minutes 05.18 seconds.

Brazil's Thiago Pereira was second with Japanese 17-year-old Kosuke Hagino third, just a year after taking bronze at the World Junior Championships. - More

Michael Phelps came close to missing the 400m individual medley final

2012-07-28 10:44:38

It has been hyped as the biggest clash of the Olympic swimming program, but it almost didn't eventuate after Michael Phelps came within a fingernail of missing the 400m individual medley final.

The battle between Phelps and fellow American Ryan Lochte almost became the Games first anti-climax when Phelps scraped into the final by just 0.07 seconds. - More

Carl Lewis on Mitt Romney: some Americans shouldn't leave the country

2012-07-27 05:48:29

Mitt Romney has been rebuked by the US Olympic legend Carl Lewis after the presumptive Republican presidential nominee questioned whether London was fully prepared for the Olympic Games.

As Romney was mocked on US television and by the London mayor, Boris Johnson, in front of a crowd of 60,000 people, Lewis called on him to return home.

Clash between team mate Michael Phelps and Ryan Lochte putting the sport in a buzz

2012-07-27 04:25:02

Michael Phelps and Ryan Lochte will be squaring off in the both the 200 and 400m individual medleys.

This match has become an instant rivalry after Lochte stated Phelps was not being committed to training for the 2012 Olympics.

Japan ran out shock a 1-0 winner over 10-man Spain in the Olympic Group D fixture at Hampden Park in Glasgow

2012-07-26 21:26:20

Japan ran out shock a 1-0 winner over 10-man Spain in the Olympic Group D fixture at Hampden Park in Glasgow, courtesy of a goal in the 34th minute from Yuki Otsu following some questionable defending from Martin Montoya.

Kensuke Nagai and Hiroshi Kiyotake could have made it a more comfortable win for Takashi Sekizuka's side as both wasted good chances either side of halftime,

but Spain struggled to trouble Shuichi Gonda in the Japan goal, particularly after Inigo Martinez's sending-off at the end of the first half. - More

Two-times Olympic champion Usain Bolt says he is fit and ready

2012-07-26 21:21:20

Greek high jumper fails drug test, withdraws from Olympics

2012-07-26 18:52:18

Greece's world indoor high jump champion Dimitris Chondrokoukis has pulled out of the London Olympics after testing positive for a banned substance, the athlete's father said.

"Dimitris will not take part in the Olympic Games, leaving unfulfilled a dream of a lifetime," his father and coach Kyriakos Chondrokoukis said in a statement.

Steelers receiver Mike Wallace remains unsigned

2012-07-25 21:12:26

Having polished off two important contracts over the past two days, the Steelers will report to training camp at Saint Vincent College today trying to nail down one more.

As of Tuesday, they did not have wide receiver Mike Wallace's signature on a contract and until they get it he cannot participate with the rest of his teammates in camp -- or beyond.

Voula Papachristou has been removed from the Greek National team after writing inappropriate comments on Twitter

2012-07-25 14:52:58

A Greek athlete has been withdrawn from the national team after writing inappropriate comments on Twitter.

And her colleagues have been warned not to follow in her tweetsteps.

Earlier in the week, she tweeted: 'With so many Africans in Greece... At least the West Nile mosquitoes will eat home made food!!!'

USA Mens Basketball Close Call against Argentina

2012-07-23 00:49:32

Kevin Durant scored 27 points Sunday for the United States, which held on for an 86-80 victory over Argentina in an exhibition basketball game in Barcelona, Spain.

The Americans got off to a hot start, but their lead was down to four with 2 minutes, 50 seconds remaining after Manu Ginobili's three-point play.

Rockets chances of getting Lin back increase

2012-07-15 04:34:55

Months after the Rockets gave Jeremy Lin to the Knicks, eventually launching the season of Linsanity, the Knicks seemed ready to give him back.

The Rockets moved significantly closer to landing Jeremy Lin on Saturday, a day after he signed a three-year, $25.1 million offer sheet with them, when the Knicks moved in the other direction.

AP Source: Drew Brees $100 Million Richer

2012-07-13 12:38:35

Drew Brees has agreed to a five-year, $100 million contract with the New Orleans Saints, with $60 million guaranteed, said a person familiar with the deal.

Brees and the team Friday reached the agreement, which will pay the quarterback $40 million in the first year, the person told The Associated Press on condition of anonymity because the contract had not been publically announced.

First-time Olympian rips Michael Phelps work ethic

2012-07-10 09:57:16

Two weeks after getting smoked by Michael Phelps at the U.S. Olympic trials, swimmer Tyler Clary blasted the 14-time gold medalist and his training habits in a contentious interview with his local California newspaper. - More

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Lance Armstrong injunction nixed by federal judge

2012-07-10 02:03:55

A federal judge handed Lance Armstrong a quick setback yesterday as he went to court to save his seven Tour de France titles and his reputation as one of the greatest cyclists ever.

Armstrong filed a lawsuit aimed at preventing the U.S. Anti-Doping Agency from moving ahead with charges that he used performance-enhancing drugs throughout much of his long career.

Blazers Strike Out on Adding Hibbert; Now What?

2012-07-10 01:52:50

At the risk of overstating Roy Hibbert's value here (he's not exactly Dwight Howard, is he?), Indiana's decision to match Portland's offer for the restricted free-agent center is a big, huge buzzkill for the Blazers that could mean a season filled with more struggles than we'd hoped

Anderson Silva retains title at UFC 148, beats rival Chael Sonnen

2012-07-08 08:40:45

Chael Sonnen did his talking for two years. Anderson Silva did his talking in two rounds.

In one of the most anticipated matches in Ultimate Fighting Championship history, Silva overcame a slow start in the main event of UFC 148 before vanquishing his long-time tormentor.

In front of a sold-out crowd of 15,016 at MGM Grand Garden Arena, Silva extended his UFC record to a perfect 15-0 on Saturday night, defending his middleweight title with a TKO victory at 1:55 of the second round.

Ethiopians sweep to titles in Boilermaker 15K road race in Utica

2012-07-08 08:31:15

Tilahun Regassa of Ethiopia breezed to victory Sunday morning in the Boilermaker 15-kilometer road race.

Regassa won with a time of 43 minutes, 1 seconds. He was 32 seconds faster than Kenya's Peter Kirui, who won the Peachtree 10K Road Race last week in Atlanta.

Regassa was sixth at the Peachtree. He's previously won races in 2010 at the Bolder Boulder, half-marathon in Abu Dhabi and the Cresent City Classic in New Orleans. Regassa said he was hurt most of last season.

Ray Allen accepts contract offer from Miami Heat

2012-07-06 21:49:48

Ray Allen will take less money for a chance at another NBA championship.

Allen told the Miami Heat on Friday night that he intends to accept their contract offer and leave Boston after five seasons, even though the Celtics could pay him about twice as much as the reigning NBA champions will be able to next season.

Miami could only offer Allen the mini mid-level, worth about $3 million a year.

Steve Nash traded to Lakers for package of picks

2012-07-04 21:23:03

The Los Angeles Lakers just lost out on getting Chris Paul just before last season, but it looks like they now have the point guard that turns them into a contender again.

They are now the West Coast superstar team to compete with the Miami Heat.

Multiple sources say the Suns have come to a deal to send Steve Nash to the Lakers for L.A.’s 2013 and 2015 first-round picks and 2013 and 2014 second-round picks

A Serena smackdown

2012-07-04 09:20:47

The women's game, under some scrutiny the past week or so because of comments from some of the ATP Tour players about value for money and the relative merits of the men's and women's games, had an opportunity to strut its stuff Tuesday. The women came through like champions. - More

Video: Gabby Douglas wins Trials

2012-07-01 23:35:38

The 16-year-old with the spectacular uneven bars routine and personality to spare beat Jordyn Wieber for the first time Sunday night, winning the Olympic trials and the lone guaranteed spot for the London Games. - More

Italian fans stunned by humiliating Euro rout

2012-07-01 21:50:29

Glum Italian fans filed away from the ancient Circus Maximus in Rome well before four giant television screens recorded the end of an emphatic 4-0 defeat to Spain in the European Championship final on Sunday.

A disaster, the dream is over, said Claudio Marangoni, 28, a transport worker from Rome who had faded Italian tricolour flags painted on each cheek.

No one expected to end up in the final but to lose like this is humiliating. Tens of thousands of flag waving supporters had packed into the ancient Roman chariot racing arena, the scene of joyous celebrations after Italy's 2-1 victory over Germany in the semi-final on Thursday.

Phelps cruises to win in 200 butterfly

2012-06-30 21:34:42

What's this? Was that Michael Phelps letting his guard down just a little bit Thursday night at the U.S. Olympic Trials?Phelps let reporters in on how he really feels about the 200-meter butterfly and handled a few more post-race and press conference questions than usual.

New Orleans Hornets make Anthony Davis the first

2012-06-28 17:39:13

The New Orleans Hornets ended one month of artificial suspense Thursday night, selecting University of Kentucky power forward Anthony Davis with the first overall pick in the NBA draft, a selection the team hopes results in a sustained turnaround of its on-court fortunes.

Retirement Questions for Venus Williams

2012-06-25 09:43:50

Venus Williams first round exit from Wimbledon brought retirement questions on social media. Venus has spent a career dominating the event at the All England Club in Wimbledon, London. This is the earliest exit by Venus at the event in 15 years.

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Coin toss for an Olympic spot?

2012-06-24 22:29:14

U.S. track and field officials say they have a procedure in place to break the third-place tie between Allyson Felix and Jeneba Tarmoh in the women's 100 meters at the Olympic trials.

The scenarios involve either a coin toss or a runoff to decide which athlete will earn the third and final spot on the team for the London Games.

Serena Williams has no intention of stopping

2012-06-24 21:35:03

Just in case there were any doubts out there, Serena Williams wants to make perfectly clear that she's going to be around tennis awhile longer. So is older sister Venus. "I have no intention of stopping, and I don't think she does either.

We're definitely connected at the hip," the 30-year-old Williams said Saturday, two days before Wimbledon begins. "I enjoy being out there on the court so much."

Bruins draft Malcolm Subban

2012-06-22 20:49:04

The Boston Bruins selected goalie Malcolm Subban with the 24th pick of the 2012 NHL Draft. P.K. Subban's brother might just try to stop his brothers in the Boston-Montreal series soon. Like P.K., Malcolm plays with intensity and is determined to be the best.

Tony Parker $20 million lawsuit for Chris Brown-Drake fight

2012-06-22 07:24:22

San Antonio Spurs star Tony Parker has reportedly filed a $20 million against the W.i.P. Club for the injuries he sustained during last week’s fight between singers Chris Brown and Drake.

The NBA star filed papers in Manhattan Supreme Court, holding the nightclub owners responsible for the injury to his eye, according to The New York Post, which first reported the suit on Thursday. Parker claims that he suffered “corneal laceration of the left eye and other injuries” because of the fight.

LeBron leads Miami to NBA title

2012-06-21 21:22:40

The Miami Heat demolished the Oklahoma City Thunder 121-106 today to win the National Basketball Association championship 4-1, sweeping the last four games of the series.

LeBron James led an outstanding team effort with a brilliant all-round game, grabbing a triple-double with 26 points, 11 rebounds and a game-high 13 assists.

Mayweather, Pacquiao top sport rich list

2012-06-18 18:35:13

Floyd Mayweather and Manny Pacquiao, the boxers who fight fans worldwide want to see in the ring together, top the list of the 100 highest-paid athletes released by Forbes magazine on Monday. Mayweather, who ranks No.1 for making $US85 million ($A84.25 million) from two fights last year, is serving a three-month jail sentence for domestic battery in Las Vegas, having failed in a bid to serve the remainder of his time under house arrest. - More

Mike Tyson Headed For Broadway With One-Man Show

2012-06-18 18:32:36

Mike Tyson is making the popular move from the big screen to Broadway with his one-man show, "Mike Tyson: Undisputed Truth." The production, under the direction of Spike Lee, will play at the Longacre Theatre for six nights only starting July 31. - More

Amateur Hossler among leaders at US Open

2012-06-15 19:34:57

Santa Margarita High student Beau Hossler, who recently finished his junior season, was thrust into the spotlight at the US Open on Friday when he managed to grab sole possesion of the lead for a few holes at San Francisco's Olympic Club. - More

Tiger charging at U.S. Open again

2012-06-14 13:03:18

Tiger Woods is charging at the U.S. Open again. Woods made back-to-back birdies to climb to 2-under par through 15 holes Thursday, one behind leader Michael Thompson in the opening round. Jason Bohn and David Toms also were at 2 under. - More

Chad Ochocinco signs with the Dolphins

2012-06-13 03:46:48

Chad Ochocinco signed a one-year deal with the Miami Dolphins, just after four days the New England Patriots released him. He will be able to participate in this week’s OTAs after signing his deal with his new team. - More

Top 5 Plays of the Night: NBA Finals Game 1

2012-06-13 00:19:32

The NBA Finals are underway in Oklahoma City where LeBron James, Dwyane Wade and the Miami Heat will battle Kevin Durant, Russell Westbrook and the Thunder for the championship trophy and game 1 featured big performances from all the big stars and we have the top 5 plays right here in our top 5 plays of the night! - More

Kobe Bryants divorce, off for now

2012-06-12 23:26:08

Kobe Bryant’s estranged wife Vanessa will not sign documents to make her divorce final, at least for now, because she and the basketball star are working on a full reconciliation. - More

Two Former Auburn Players Shot To Death

2012-06-10 09:34:56

Two former Auburn football players , Ladarious Phillips and Ed Christian, were shot to death and a current player, Eric Mack, suffered a gunshot would Saturday night during a shooting at an Auburn apartment complex, according to a report by newspaper website al.com. - More

Bradley wins WBO welterweight title fight at MGM Grand Arena

2012-06-09 22:22:00

Timothy Bradley had youth and confidence on his side. Manny Pacquiao possesses power and speed in abundance. Pacquiao made good use of his skills to pound Bradley, but he couldn’t convince two of the judges at ring side that he did enough to win. - More

Ochocinco went from Bengal to a bust

2012-06-08 21:17:57

He arrived at Gillette Stadium last July, a six-time Pro Bowler with 751 receptions on his NFL resumé. In New England, however, Chad Ochocinco simply never caught on. - More

Thunder headed to NBA finals, beat Spurs 107-99

2012-06-07 02:52:39

Oklahoma City — After years of nagging Oklahoma City Thunder coach Scott Brooks not to take him out of games, Kevin Durant finally got his wish. And now, he's one big step closer to making his basketball dreams come true. - More

CLUTCH: PIERCE, KG LEAD C'S TO GAME 5 WIN

2012-06-05 21:08:19

Paul Pierce drilled a huge 3-pointer with 52.9 seconds remaining and Kevin Garnett poured in 26 points and grabbed 11 rebounds to lead the Celtics to a 94-90 win over the Heat in Game 5 of the Eastern Conference finals Tuesday night at American Airlines Arena in Miami. Pierce,... - More

Mosimane fired as Bafana coach

2012-06-04 22:51:41

The South African Football Association (SAFA) has fired Bafana Bafana coach, Pitso Mosimane. He was axed late last night after an emergency meeting in Johannesburg where the team and Mosimane's performance was discussed. - More

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Safa in crisis talks, set to axe Pitso

2012-06-04 22:38:21

Pitso Mosimane is set to be sacked as Bafana Bafana coach on Monday, following South Africa’s dismal 1-1 draw with Ethiopia in their opening 2014 World Cup qualifier on Sunday in Phokeng.

The South African Football Association have convened an emergency meeting, set for 11am on Monday, where they are expected to fire Mosimane, and replace him with his assistant coach, Steve Komphela. - More

Tiger Wins

2012-06-03 16:31:00

Tiger Woods wins the Memorial Tournament. Kelly Tilghman and Brandel Chamblee have the highlights from Sunday’s action. - More

Roger Federer advances

2012-06-03 09:53:44

ROGER Federer has advanced to the French Open quarter-finals with a tougher-than-expected win against lucky loser Daniel Goffin.

After conceding a one-set lead to the Belgian wunderkind, ranked 109th, regular service was restored and Federer prevailed 5-7, 7-5, 6-2, 6-4. - More

Durant leads Oklahoma City

2012-06-02 23:27:01

KEVIN Durant scored half of his 36 points in the fourth quarter as the Oklahoma City Thunder beat the San Antonio Spurs 109-103 to tie the NBA Western Conference Finals at two games apiece. Defensive stalwart Serge Ibaka contributed some unexpected offence, scoring 26 points on perfect 11-for-11 shooting for the Thunder, who improved to 7-0 at home this post-season. - More

Lepchenko Wins

2012-06-02 12:45:20

PARIS -- It was a compelling tale of two ongoing dramas, unfolding simultaneously, on two stages of red clay on Saturday. On Court Suzanne Lenglen, New Jersey native Christina McHale was trying to upset 2011 French Open champion Li Na. On court No. 1, affectionately called the "Bull Ring" because of its round shape, American immigrant Varvara Lepchenko was trying to upset 2010 French Open champion Francesca Schiavone. - More

Manvinder Sultan Singh Bisla

2012-05-29 12:59:52

CHANDIGARH: Behind new KKR star Manvinder Sultan Singh Bisla's leap from obscurity to household name is a story of grit and keen desire to excel. Both his parents are academicians, but that didn't deter them from encouraging their son to take up an activity completely alien to them. - More

Heat Major Challenge for Celtics

2012-05-29 12:49:00

A big early Miami lead was wasted. Once the Heat took control again, they simply ran away from the Celtics. And the NBA Finals are now three wins away for LeBron James and the Heat

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Kings lead West finals 2

2012-05-16 13:09:56

GLENDALE, Ariz. (AP) The Los Angeles Kings knew the Coyotes would come with everything they had. Read More...

Carter hat trick, perfect Quick put Kings up 2

2012-05-16 13:09:46

Jeff Carter scored three goals, Jonathan Quick stopped 24 shots and the Kings matched an NHL record with their seventh straight road playoff victory, beating the Coyotes 4-0 Tuesday night to take control of Western Conference finals. Read More...

Pacers hold off Heat in final seconds, tie series

2012-05-16 12:55:40

David West scored 16 points and grabbed 10 rebounds, George Hill added 15 and the Indiana Pacers took home-court advantage away from Miami by beating the Heat 78-75 in Game 2 of the teams' Eastern Conference semifinal series Tuesday night. Read More...

Fresh Spurs wear down Clippers, win Game 1

2012-05-16 12:55:40

Tim Duncan had 26 points and 10 rebounds and the San Antonio Spurs, recharged after a weeklong layoff, wore down the busy Los Angeles Clippers to win Game 1 of their Western Conference semifinals series, 108-92 on Tuesday night. Read More...

Ireland's Taylor books London boxing berth

2012-05-16 12:55:39

QINHUANGDAO, China (Reuters) - Ireland's boxing queen Katie Taylor booked her place at the London Olympics without throwing a punch at the women's world championships on Wednesday. Read More...

Beckham to help bring Olympic flame to Britain

2012-05-16 12:55:38

LONDON (Reuters) - David Beckham will help bring the Olympic flame to Britain on Friday after he takes part in a formal handover ceremony in Athens, London 2012 organizers said. Read More...

Jays' Lawrie hits ump with helmet, gets ejected

2012-05-16 12:55:36

Brett Lawrie slammed his batting helmet to the ground and it ricocheted into plate umpire Bill Miller as the ninth inning turned nasty Tuesday in Toronto's 4-3 loss to Tampa Bay. Read More...

Kobe explains not taking charges, rips floppers

2012-05-16 12:55:35

Lakers star Kobe Bryant says he doesn't draw charges, and he's got a clearly thought-out explanation for it. Read More...

Yankees place closer Robertson on 15

2012-05-16 12:55:34

The New York Yankees have placed closer David Robertson on the 15-day disabled list after tests revealed the right-hander suffered a strained left oblique while pitching against the Seattle Mariners on May 11. Read More...

Kings Of The Road ... Again

2012-05-16 05:25:40

There's just no stopping the Kings. Jeff Carter's hat trick carried the sizzling No. 8 seed past the Coyotes 4-0 for its seventh straight playoff road win and a 2-0 lead in the West finals. Read More...

Kings seize 2

2012-05-16 05:25:38

GLENDALE, Ariz. (AP) Jeff Carter scored three goals, Jonathan Quick stopped 24 shots and the Los Angeles Kings matched an NHL record with their seventh straight road playoff victory, beating the Phoenix Coyotes 4-0 Tuesday Read More...