• Mon, December 9, 2024

by: Outlookindia

Sunny Bhandarkar Exclusive: EPBL CEO Eyes Brighter Future For Indian Basketball

In addition to Elite Pro Basketball League, Sunny Bhandarkar is planning to launch EWPBL and UBL for women and rising young players, respectively apart from academies and collegiate tournaments

by: nhlrumors

Ovechkin-Crosby: Two Decades of a Rivalry That Remains Fierce

Ovechkin has extended his scoring streak to five games and joined the ranks of such legends as Brett Hull and Johnny Bucyk. Despite a four-game point streak of his own coming to an end in a loss to the Carolina Hurricanes, Crosby remains a mainstay for the Penguins, finishing second on the team in points only to Evgeni Malkin.

by: MSN

Giants' Buster Posey passed on Juan Soto, pivots to more realistic goals

Buster Posey didn't come to the Winter Meetings to finish second. The San Francisco Giants' new president of baseball operations, we've all learned, knows not to enter a race he can't win and knows not to lose valuable time and resources on pursuing a player determined to play somewhere beyond Oracle Park.

by: Yahoo! Sports

Two-way Colorado star Travis Hunter headlines 4 Heisman Trophy finalists

Hunter will be joined by Boise State running back Ashton Jeanty, Oregon quarterback Dillon Gabriel and Miami quarterback Cam Ward at Saturday's Heisman Trophy ceremony.
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by: Kent Online

Medway Sports Awards nominees Medway United FC under-9s West and Medway & Maidstone AC's 4x100m relay squad have the blueprint for team harmony

Medway Sports Awards nominees Medway United under-9s West and Medway & Maidstone AC's 4x100m relay squad are fine examples of teamwork personified.

by: philstar.com

Paddlers, Gilas lead monthly Philippine sports achievers

The twin kill in Window 2 sent the Nationals straight into the 2025 Asia Cup main tournament in Saudi Arabia with a window to spare in the qualifying stage.

by: The Michigan Daily

Michigan's freshmen get a taste of Big Ten play

With eight Big Ten teams ranked in the Week 6 AP poll, more than any other league, the Big Ten is evidently a strong conference. Though Northwestern isn't one of those ranked teams, it still represented a different caliber of competition and a new challenge for Michigan's fresh faces, and a type of competition they'll need to get used to.

by: deseret

The overarching reason why Bronco Mendenhall is Utah State's new football coach

Utah State introduced its new football coach at a press conference Monday morning in Logan. Proximity to family was a big reason Mendenhall said chose to leave New Mexico and take the Utah State job.

by: TimesObserver.com

Warren wrestling hopes to 'build on the momentum'

There's good news and bad news for Warren's wrestling team. "We are without two of our top placers from last season," said head coach Glenn Baldensperger, whose Dragons are scheduled to open on Tuesday at Franklin.

by: Bangor Daily News

Belfast swim coach has been winning for half a century

Under Bob Winslow, Belfast has amassed a .714 winning percentage based on 416 dual meet wins against 161 defeats and six ties.

by: Top

Shanghai Virtual Sports Open Grand Final launches

The MetaSVS 2024 Shanghai Virtual Sports Open began in April, featuring the core events of virtual rowing, cycling, racing, skiing, and golf from the previous year, alongside new additions like virtual jump rope, interactive cycling, EA FC, and virtual F1.

by: AZFamily

Speak of the Devils Podcast: The Devils are Playoff bound

The Devils are ranked and ASU vs. BYU preview: We break down the big road win and look ahead to BYU. Plus, hoops talk with Kyle Dodd. Finding a way & ASU vs. Kansas State preview: We discuss the gritty Devils and their winning ways & look ahead to a major road test.

by: ClutchPoints

The real reason Tom Brady, Mr. Beast collaboration went so viral

Mr. Beast's recent sports-themed competition video went particularly viral for Tom Brady's segment against a high school QB.

by: Sky Sports

Live football today on Sky Sports: Fixtures, kick-off times, TV channel and stream for matches this week and weekend

Sky Sports+ will give more choice to sports fans via live streams and a new dedicated channel, at no extra cost. Launching this August, Sky Sports+ will be transformational in the amount of choice sports fans will have access to via live streams on Sky TV, streaming service NOW and the improved Sky Sports App on mobile.

by: Yahoo

Why Amazon's $100 million MrBeast bet could end in disaster

MrBeast, according to the podcast Panic World, is "a human algorithm with the most brand safe, personality free content you can imagine". He is the most popular YouTuber of all time with over 335 million subscribers - that's slightly larger than the population of America and almost five times the population of the UK.

by: The Morning Sun

Meet Pep Guardiola's little-known brother who signed Iniesta and Fernando Torres and could offer Man City boss a new job

PEP GUARDIOLA is known throughout the world of football as one of the most successful managers of all time. However, while his younger brother, Pere, does not make the same international headlines

by: legit

Ademola Lookman Warns Real Madrid, Identifies Main Threat Ahead of UCL Showdown

Ademola Lookman is talking tough ahead of Atalanta's Champions League clash versus Real Madrid as he says his team is ready to pull off another massive upset.

by: Madison.com

5 area high school wrestling stars of the week: Dec. 10 edition

Fahey showed his talent during Saturday's Cramer Brown Invite at Janesville Parker High School.

by: Wales Online

Girona vs Liverpool TV channel, kick-off time and live stream info

Liverpool are back in Champions League action on Tuesday evening when they travel to face Girona in the penultimate Group E game of the season

by: Daily Record

Alexandro Bernabei Celtic transfer latest as Luke McCowan prediction made - Pakhead state of play

Celtic misfit Alexandro Bernabei has been included in the Brazilian Serie A team of the season - with Internacional keen to land the wing-back on a permanent deal.

by: The New York Times

Kylian Mbappe hasn't looked himself at Real Madrid. Are things beginning to change?

But Mbappe has experienced problems on and off the pitch. He was caught offside eight times in a 4-0 Clasico defeat against Barcelona in October and missed two key penalties in Madrid's last two defeats against Liverpool in the Champions League and Athletic Club in La Liga.

by: Sports Illustrated

Liverpool Goalkeeper Picks Up Concerning Injury; Set To Undergo Medical Tests

Liverpool's goalkeeping department looks extremely healthy following the signing of Georgia international Giorgi Mamardashvili from Valencia last summer in a de

by: The New York Times

Why youth won't win you the Champions League (or is Luis Enrique right that age doesn't matter?)

Its application to elite sport has always been tenuous, but it is a widely held belief that experience is a prerequisite for European success, and that has become the focus of debate when discussing Paris Saint-Germain's struggles in the Champions League.

by: MSN

LIV Golf Promotions Full Field, Format And What You Need To Know

Ahead of this week's LIV Golf Promotions at Riyadh Golf Club, the full field has been confirmed - and several notable names have been

by: MSN

Bayer Leverkusen in talks to sign Real Madrid midfielder after Arsenal transfer approach

Arsenal could face competition from Bayer Leverkusen if they are to step up their pursuit of Real Madrid youngster Arda Guler. Guler joined Madrid in a £17million move from Fenerbahce 18 months ago, with the midfielder putting pen to paper on a six-year contract at the Bernabeu.

by: MSN

Amorim has competition for a signing he wants for Manchester United

Manchester United are set to face stiff competition from Juventus and Paris Saint-Germain for the signature of in-form striker Victor Osimhen.

by: MSN

ESPN's Prediction for Florida Gators vs. Tulane Green Wave

In a breakdown of the upcoming Gasparilla Bowl, the Gators have done nothing but build their case to take home a win

by: MSN

Women's Champions League matchday 5 predictions

The group stage of the 2024/25 UEFA Women's Champions League has reached the latter stages as just two games remain before the knockout rounds get underway. Chelsea, Lyon, Bayern Munich and Manchester City are among those already qualified,

by: MSN

Peerless Palmer's penalty precision

From the penalty spot - in the Premier League - when it's Cole, it's a goal. Cole Palmer has taken 12 penalties, scored 12 times, and now holds the longest 100% conversion record in the competition. For context,

by: MSN

Zimbabwe vs Afghanistan LIVE: Cricket score and updates from Afghanistan in Zimbabwe 2024/2025

Cricket score and updates from Afghanistan in Zimbabwe 2024/2025 - Follow all the action from Harare Sports Club

by: MSN

Manchester City is letting fans design its new kit with AI

Manchester City is holding a competition that asks fans to generate its future kit design with AI. Players will wear the winning design during the 2026-2027 season as City's official third kit, and it will even be sold to fans.

by: MSN

Dana White Faces Instant Pushback as 43-Year-Old Fighter Rejects Retirement Advice From CEO After UFC 310

When does a fighter know it's time to Hang up the gloves? The post Dana White Faces Instant Pushback as 43-Year-Old Fighter Rejects Retirement Advice From CEO After UFC 310 appeared first on EssentiallySports.

by: MSN

Athletic's Valverde is antithesis to Fenerbahce's Mourinho

Athletic Club travel to Fenerbahce for the first time, and behind each team are two wildly different coaches: Ernesto Valverde and Jose Mourinho.

by: MSN

Real Madrid, PSG and Man City under pressure to ignite Champions League campaigns

The enlarged first stage of the revamped Champions League was supposed to be a stroll for giants of European soccer like Real Madrid, Paris Saint-Germain and Manchester City. It's proving anything but that.

by: MSN

The Rift 1000: Get Ready for a Celebration of Rallying and Legacy

From December 12th to 15th, 2024, the Rift Valley Motor and Sports Club will host the 4th edition of the Rift 1000 rally, a thrilling motorsport event that promises something for everyone. Taking place in the stunning surroundings of Mt.

by: MSN

With scholarships on the line, find out who stood out at Guilford's ICCA cheerleading comp

The ICCA cheerleading organization, which will dole out $25K worth of scholarships, hosted a championship qualifier at Guilford last weekend.

by: MSN

Telegraph readers reveal who they want to win BBC Sports Personality of the Year

As the countdown to the BBC's Sports Personality of the Year begins, Telegraph readers have weighed in on who they believe should take home the crown. With a field of talent spanning football, athletics,

by: MSN

Most successful teams in ICC Champions Trophy history

The ICC Champions Trophy was dubbed the "Mini World Cup" during its heyday, and next year it will make its long-awaited return. Around a decade ago, love for

by: MSN

Social media users share fabricated Chinese state media Weibo post about Taiwan baseball win

After Taiwan's win against Japan in an international baseball tournament sparked jubilation across the island of 23 million people, a fabricated screenshot of a Weibo post by the Chinese state-run Beijing Evening News appearing to show the paper claiming "China won" in the competition surfaced on social media.

by: MSN

FIFA Intercontinental Cup 2024 in Qatar: Teams, schedule, tickets, stadiums

FIFA's new-look club competition will see Real Madrid play in the final at Qatar's Lusail Stadium on December 18.

by: MSN

UEFA Champions League permutations, scenarios: What teams need to qualify for Round of 16, knockouts in 2024/25

What each prominent club in the 2024/25 Champions League table must do to see themselves through to the knockout stage of the competition.

by: MSN

David Taylor's Cowboys Lose to Penn State Wrestling After Successful Vegas Competition

While wearing his new hat, does David Taylor have everything? The post David Taylor's Cowboys Lose to Penn State Wrestling After Successful Vegas Competition appeared first on EssentiallySports.

by: MSN

Missouri football fell short of the CFP this season. Here's how MU can get there in 2025

Missouri football finished the 2024 regular season 9-3 and will head to the Music City Bowl. Here's how the Tigers can compete for a CFP berth in 2025.

by: MSN

'Even guys sitting on the bench are world-class': Pakistan's Azam Khan gears up for 'tough' ILT20

Pakistani powerhouse Azam Khan is buzzing with excitement for ILT20 Season 3, returning to the Desert Vipers after a stellar previous season. He's ready to unleash his aggressive batting style, aiming to replicate his record-breaking fastest fifty.

by: MSN

Kylian Mbappe Reveals Plan to Win Ballon d'Or: 'I Know What to Do'

Real Madrid superstar Kylian Mbappe has boldly opened up about his plan to win the Ballon d'Or in the near future while stating how he plans to realise his dreams.

by: MSN

Nasreddine Nabi protects Kaizer Chiefs players

Kaizer Chiefs lost their third match of the season in the Betway Premiership against Polokwane City. Nasreddine Nabi has responded.

by: MSN

Two National Golf Associations Have Banned Trans Women From Competitions

The Ladies Professional Golf Association (LPGA) and the U.S. Golf Association (USGA) have both ruled that trans women who went through "male puberty" cannot compete in women's categories.

by: MSN

Richard Childress makes additional NASCAR competition changes

Richard Childress Racing has announced several competition department changes for its NASCAR Cup and Xfinity Series teams less than a month after announcing its new leadership structure. Andy Street has been promoted from the No.

Sunny Bhandarkar Exclusive: EPBL CEO Eyes Brighter Future For Indian Basketball

In addition to Elite Pro Basketball League, Sunny Bhandarkar is planning to launch EWPBL and UBL for women and rising young players, respectively apart from academies and collegiate tournaments
The article from Outlook India features an exclusive interview with Sunny Bhandarkar, the CEO of the Elite Pro Basketball League (EPBL) and the Elite Women's Pro Basketball League (EWPBL). Bhandarkar discusses his vision for the future of basketball in India, emphasizing the growth and development of the sport through these leagues. He highlights the challenges faced by basketball in India, including lack of infrastructure and funding, but expresses optimism about the potential for growth, especially with the introduction of professional leagues that can provide a platform for young talent. Bhandarkar also talks about the importance of grassroots development, increasing visibility through media, and the strategic partnerships that are crucial for the sport's expansion. He aims to make basketball a household name in India, akin to cricket, by fostering a competitive environment and nurturing talent from the ground up.

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