• Fri, December 6, 2024

by: The New York Times

UFC 310 odds, predictions: Pantoja vs. Asakura headlines a fun card, final PPV for 2024

Asakura was the bantamweight champion in Rizin, the top Japanese organization, in which Asakura has competed for many years. He's 21-4 as a pro, earning 13 wins by TKO and three by submission.

by: The Daily Nonpareil

Riverside rolls through Rams and Eagles in home triangular

Riverside went 2-0 in their home triangular with wins over Glenwood and Underwood in their first meet of the season.

by: Sporting News

What to expect from USWNT in 2025: Key games, players, storylines, and how to replace Alyssa Naeher

Learn about key players and storylines for the USWNT to watch closely in 2025, including questions that need to be answered.

by: Sky Sports

Bournemouth 1-0 Tottenham: Dean Huijsen becomes Cherries' youngest Premier League goalscorer as Spurs slump to defeat

Report and free match highlights from Thursdays match between Bournemouth and Tottenham at the Vitality Stadium; the hosts had 21 shots on goal during the match, more than in any other Premier League

by: TwinCities.com

TPT's 'Almanac' celebrates 40 years on Friday. Our St. Paul reporter looks back at its start.

Bill Hanley tells me he was 29 years old, just five years into what would grow to be a 30-year career with Twin Cities Public Television, when the station's higher powers asked that he fix their "Friday night problem.

by: Daily Record

Gout Gout stuns crowds as 'new Usain Bolt' blitzes 100m competition with whirlwind time

Australian speedster, 16, puts on jaw-dropping performances at the national All Schools Athletics Championship

by: Bernews

Coral Beach Set To Host Bermuda Breeze Event

by: Athlon Sports

Bryce Underwood Unfazed by Michigan's Offensive Coordinator Change

Michigan football's prized 2025 recruit Bryce Underwood discusses offensive coordinator change and potential QB room competition ahead of his early enrollment.

by: WCYB

ETSU's future under center continues, QB competition underway with freshman signee

There's no question that one thing all college football program's need is a solid starting quarterback in order to have success.And in Johnson City, the quarter

by: Sports Illustrated

FIFA Club World Cup Format and How Teams Qualify

FIFA has imposed a two team-per-nation rule for the new Club World Cup. Once met, no other team from that country can qualify. It means than next year, a number of Europe's biggest clubs, including FC Barcelona, Liverpool, and Napoli, will miss out.

by: Virginia Cavaliers

Virginia Opens Competition at Liberty Kickoff

LYNCHBURG, Va. — The Virginia men's and women's track and field program opened competition for the 2024-25 indoor track and field season Thursday (Dec.5) at the Liberty Kickoff where David Frasier, Ethan Robinson and Elsa Spoor competed in the combined events at the Liberty Indoor Track Complex.

by: The Center Square

Golfers hopeful other organizations follow lead of LPGA, USGA

Like Riley Gaines stepping forward and momentum building in numbers, gender policy decisions Wednesday by two major governing bodies in golf can be pebbles hitting the

by: Reuters

Unselfish act earns Norwegian decathlete Skotheim international award

Norwegian decathlete Sander Skotheim has been given the International Fair Play Award by World Athletics, for the unselfish support he showed to teammate and gold medallist Markus Rooth at the Paris Olympics.

by: MSN

Pick of the stats - Cardiff v Watford

Omer Riza's 'permanent' reign as Cardiff boss begins here, with the Bluebirds now on a five-match winless streak and casting nervous glances at the relegation zone just two points below them.

by: CBSSports.com

Patriots' Jerod Mayo says 'I still have a lot to learn,' will '100 percent' be a better coach next year

Jerod Mayo had big shoes to fill when he became the coach of the New England Patriots, replacing eight-time Super Bowl champion Bill Belichick. It hasn't been the smoothest of rides for Mayo, as he's dealt with a rebuilding process,

by: Bleacher Report

Lynx's Napheesa Collier Talks Unrivaled, WNBA Finals, Bueckers, More in B/R Interview

by: oneesports

Path of Exile 2 review: Contendor for best ARPG ever made

This Path of Exile 2 review is going to cover the main aspects of this game that put it a step ahead of the competition.

by: Empire Sports Media

Yankees reportedly offer more than $700 million for superstar outfielder

The free agency pursuit of Juan Soto has entered historic financial territory, with most competing teams, including the Yankees, reportedly submitting offers

by: Covers

U.S. Senators Want DraftKings, FanDuel Investigated for 'Possible Anticompetitive Conduct'

Two senators have launched an effort aimed to get federal authorities to look into allegations of anticompetitive tactics by DraftKings and FanDuel.

by: MSN

Champions Cup: Eben Etzebeth returns for Sharks ahead of Exeter clash

The Sharks side to take the field on Saturday is a Springbok-laden team that hosts Exeter Chiefs in a first round Champions Cup clash at Kings Park.

by: MSN

Buying a Cardinals bounce-back, fading Mac Jones and the best NFL bets of Week 14

We've got a new Rhode Island Scumbag this year. I know I announced this back in September, but you may have been skeptical.

by: MSN

Canadiens Goalie Earned Role on 4 Nations Roster

Despite the record and rumors, the go-to Montreal Canadiens goalie earned his spot on Team Canada's 4 Nations Face-Off roster.

by: MSN

Bleacher Report predicts Braves 2025 starting rotation

The current construct of the Braves starting rotation is quite unappealing. The top three is promising, featuring 2024 NL Cy Young award winner Chris Sale at the top, along with Reynaldo Lopez and rising star Spencer Schwellenbach.

by: MSN

Top 2025 recruit Sydney Benally flips from Princeton to BYU

Top 2025 recruit Sydney Benally has decommitted from Princeton and committed to BYU, she announced on Friday morning. Sydney Benally, a 5-foot-8 point guard from Albuquerque (New Mexico) Sandia High School,

by: MSN

One Rams D-lineman wins a rookie of the month award, and another is revealed on 'The Masked Singer'

Although the friendly competition is fierce each day among the four talented young pass rushers on the Los Angeles Rams' defensive front, this week was a whole new tune. Defensive tackle Braden Fiske won the NFL's defensive rookie of the month award Thursday — but he had to share the spotlight with nose tackle Kobie Turner,

by: MSN

WATCH | Another one: DJ Khaled hypes Mamelodi Sundowns' after FIFA Club World Cup group stage draw

Mamelodi Sundowns will face Borussia Dortmund, Fluminense and Ulsan HD in next year's FIFA Club World Cup in the United States.

by: MSN

The Players Era Festival wants to change November nonconference scheduling

In college hoops' new era, traditional multiteam events are less attractive for high-major programs. Are alternatives such as the Players Era Festival the answer?

by: MSN

CAF confirms women's football calendar dates for 2025 and 2026

The Confederation of Africa Football (CAF) have scheduled the 2026 CAF Women's Africa Cup of Nations for March 2026 - this will be six months after the completion of the 2025 edition of the women's continental competition.

by: MSN

Donald and Ivanka Trump feature in controversial Club World Cup draw, as Inter Miami discovers its fate

Inter Miami will play Egypt's Al Ahly in the first match of next year's revamped Club World Cup, after the draw was made on Thursday.

by: MSN

Mutya bet in Miss Intercontinental 2024 sees Filipino heart as advantage

Mutya ng Pilipinas Alyssa Redondo is not only aiming to post the Philippines' third victory in the Miss Intercontinental pageant; she is also hoping to sustain the Philippines' placement streak in the international competition.

by: MSN

Kaulig Racing announces competition moves for 2025 NASCAR Cup season

Kaulig Racing announces a new technical director and crew chiefs for AJ Allmendinger and Ty Dillon for the 2025 NASCAR Cup season.

by: MSN

Noni Madueke responds to Enzo Maresca warning after Southampton win

Chelsea winger Noni Madueke has praised Enzo Maresca's "honest and truthful" approach to management after being called out by the Blues boss over his training levels. Madueke has been a regular starter for Chelsea this season but was surprisingly benched for the victory over Aston Villa,

by: MSN

Competition for places hotter than ever as Leinster start another Champions Cup chase

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by: MSN

Interviews with Frenemies: Oregon

Oregon has joined the Big Ten and gone 12-0 through their first regular season, including that thrilling win against Ohio State in Autzen Stadium back in October. While both Penn State and Oregon are destined for the college football playoff,

by: MSN

Fifa Club World Cup 2025: When it starts, the draw and how to watch in the UK

The draw for the expanded Fifa Club World Cup took place in Miami on Thursday - 24 hours after a $1 billion (£787 million) broadcast deal was announced with DAZN. An annual seven-team format is being replaced by a 32-team contest every four years.
  • Sat, December 7, 2024

by: ABC News

Amber Glenn becomes first US woman in 14 years to win figure skating Grand Prix Final

Amber Glenn has become the first American to win the women's Grand Prix Final competition since Alissa Czisny 14 years ago GRENOBLE, France -- Amber Glenn has soared to the top of international figure skating and proved she belonged there Saturday with ...

by: The New Zealand Herald

Jack Jordan wins Taranaki Sports Awards senior Sportsman for second year

New Zealand's three-peat world champion axeman Jack Jordan has another trophy to add to the cabinet. Jordan, originally from Taranaki but who now lives in Taumarunui, won the Taranaki Sports Awards senior sportsman award for his efforts in woodchopping for a second year in a row.

by: KPCW

Soldier Hollow to host junior biathlon, Nordic ski competitions

Midway's Soldier Hollow Nordic Center is gearing up to host a junior biathlon this month and Nordic ski races in the New Year.

by: oneesports

Path of Exile 2 review: Contender for best ARPG ever made

This Path of Exile 2 review is going to cover the main aspects of this game that put it a step ahead of the competition.

by: The Jamaica Observer

Clarendon, STETHS battle for Ben Francis Cup honours

THE coaches of St Elizabeth Technical High School (STETHS) and Clarendon College — two of the biggest names in schoolboy football in Jamaica — are urging caution as they meet in this afternoon's final of the Inter-secondary Schools Sports Association/Wata Ben Francis Cup. Kick-off time is scheduled for 3:00 at the National Stadium.

by: manilatimes

Woods has 'long way to go' after surgery

Tiger Woods said he has a 'long way to go' in his bid to compete against the world's best golfers as he continues to recover from his latest pain-relieving back surgery in September.

by: Juneau Empire

Crimson Bears on skis a sight to see

The Crimson Bears' first meet of the season will be the Colony CHAOS at the Government Peak Recreation Area in Palmer, Dec. 13-14.

by: Virginia Cavaliers

Lumpkin and Robinson Set Facility Records at Liberty Kickoff

Lumpkin and Robinson Set Facility Records at Liberty Kickoff as many Cavaliers set personal bests and all-time best marks

by: inforum

West Fargo's Hulbert Aquatic Center nominated for national Readers' Choice award

The state-of-the-art facility, which opened in 2017, has become a regional hub for high-level swimming and diving events.

by: Reuters

'Solid start' as Vonn returns to competition

Olympic gold medallist Lindsey Vonn returned to competition for the first time in almost six years on Saturday, as the 40-year-old American finished in the middle of the pack in her opening run in Copper Mountain,

by: Yahoo! Sports

Inola High School wins $2 million grand prize from T-Mobile competition

Inola High School has secured the $2 million grand prize from T-Mobile's Friday Night 5G Lights competition. The prize includes a $100,000 grant, a new scoreboard, professional consultation from football experts,

by: fbcnews

AFL Oceania Cup concludes in Suva

The final day of competition for the Australia Football League under 15 Oceania Cup tournament got underway at Albert Park in Suva this afternoon. This is a pathway starting from under 13 to under 17 with the ultimate aim of national duties at the end of the ladder.

by: MSN

De Vlaeminck attributes Pogacar's dominance to lack of competition and criticizes Evenepoel and Van der Poel

Eddy Merckx recently said that Tadej Pogacar may be the best rider ever (although he later changed his mind about that ). Stephen Roche and Bernard Hinault have also been enormously impressed. The old guard is often asked for their opinions on the Slovenian phenomenon.

UFC 310 odds, predictions: Pantoja vs. Asakura headlines a fun card, final PPV for 2024

Asakura was the bantamweight champion in Rizin, the top Japanese organization, in which Asakura has competed for many years. He's 21-4 as a pro, earning 13 wins by TKO and three by submission.
The article from The Athletic discusses the upcoming UFC 310 event, focusing on the main event between flyweight champion Alexandre Pantoja and former RIZIN champion Yosuke Asakura. It provides an in-depth analysis of both fighters' backgrounds, fighting styles, and recent performances. Pantoja, known for his well-rounded skills, has been on a winning streak, showcasing his ability to adapt and overcome various challenges in the octagon. Asakura, on the other hand, brings a different flair with his striking prowess and submission skills, having made a name for himself in RIZIN before transitioning to UFC. The article includes expert predictions, odds, and potential strategies each fighter might employ. It also touches on the implications of this fight for the flyweight division, with Pantoja looking to solidify his reign and Asakura aiming to make a significant impact in his UFC debut.

Read the Full The New York Times Article at:
https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5970401/2024/12/06/ufc-310-odds-predictions-pantoja-vs-asakura/