Mon, December 16, 2024

by: The Straits Times

The NBA's latest arms race? Building wildly expensive practice facilities

Since 2014, with basketball operations departments and team payrolls expanding, 20 of the NBA's 30 franchises have opened new practice facilities. Read more at straitstimes.com.

by: ThePrint

Bihar is on a sports gold rush. Rs 680 cr budget, big-ticket events, hunt for Olympians

Bihar wants to go from sports underdog to medal powerhouse. It's building stadiums, hiring coaches, and running a talent hunt in 40,000 schools — but it's still battling decades of dysfunction.

by: Fox Sports

'Rubbing on me': More disturbing allegations revealed in Aussie aths coach scandal

Commonwealth Games athlete Amanda Bisk has come forward with disturbing allegations as Australian athletics' scandal took another horrific turn. Athletics Australia on Friday responded to the "totally unacceptable and deeply distressing" allegations that have been levelled against one of the country's top coaches.

by: Daily Record

World media reacts as Rangers put at 'breaking point' by Celtic dominators while disappearing trophy record goes global

"Celtic clinched the Scottish League Cup title with a 5-4 victory over Rangers on penalties after a thrilling final finished 3-3 in normal time at Hampden Park on Sunday (15). It takes the green and white to 119 trophies beyond the rivals but six behind Rangers in this competition."

by: Sky Sports

Man City 1-2 Man Utd: Amad Diallo scores winner as Ruben Amorim's side stage late comeback to deepen Pep Guardiola's woes

Report and match highlights as a Bruno Fernandes penalty and Amad Diallo strike clinch a remarkable 2-1 win for Man Utd over Man City in the Premier League; Pep Guardiolas side led until the 88th-minu

by: StamfordAdvocate

Freshman Morgan Cheli shines in UConn women's basketball's Big East opening rout of Georgetown

UConn women's basketball opened Big East play Sunday by defeating Georgetown thanks to freshman Morgan Cheli's breakout game.

by: Altoona Mirror

'Truly blessed': Cambria Heights students bring smiles to children hospitalized during the holidays

For the fourth year, Cambria Heights High School students have gone above and beyond their goal to spread Christmas joy and cheer with young patients at UPMC Altoona. Every year, students in the school host a friendly competition among the homeroom classes to see who can create the most Jared Boxes for the hospital,

by: Adirondack Daily Enterprise

Forgan and Kirkby earn luge World Cup medal again

For the second time in three races, the United States women's doubles team of Chevonne Forgan and Sophia Kirkby stood on the podium at a World Cup luge event, taking the bronze medal on Saturday. The duo then helped the U.

by: MSN

Winners of 13th Multicultural Youth Awards

Kim has also displayed her athletic aptitude for sports since she won several awards in the city's track and field tournaments. Born to a Cambodian mother and a Korean father, Jeju Murung Middle School's third-grader Kim Su-yeon is an unconventional student council president with artistic talent.

by: Channel NewsAsia Singapore

String of issues at Singapore running events draw ire of both recreational and elite competitors

Issues at events over the past year have led to organisers apologising to participants both publicly and privately.
Sun, December 15, 2024

by: The Sports Rush

Why Chase Elliott Would Choose to be Stranded With Martin Truex Jr. on an Island as Revealed in 2019

Although not extremely close friends with Martin Truex Jr., Chase Elliott reveals he would choose him in a hypothetical scenario.

by: WCJB

Nine local teams competed in the Bobcat Round Robin Wrestling Tournament

This past weekend, the Bobcat Round Robin Wrestling Tournament took place in Gainesville, drawing 31 schools from around the state for two days of intense competition.

by: Firstpost

D Gukesh opens up on future after becoming chess world champion: 'Main goal I have had is being the best in the world'

D Gukesh became the youngest world champion in the history of chess after defeating Chinese Grandmaster Ding Liren 7.5-6.5 in the FIDE World Championship in Singapore recently.

by: Trinidad Express Newspapers

Anthony stars in 'Invitational'

ZACHARY ANTHONY of Marlins Aquatics Club (MAC) secured two Carifta "B" standards as the 2024 Aquatic Sports Association of Trinidad and Tobago (ASATT) December Invitational Swimming Championships ente

by: TheHockey Writers

Team Canada Players to Watch at the 2025 WJC

Team Canada is once again a favourite to win gold at the World Junior Championship with a number of key players to keep an eye on.

by: Chicago Sun-Times

Bears QB Caleb Williams has 4 games left to make statement on hit-and-miss rookie season

Williams is setting Bears rookie records, but still has work to do in the final four games, beginning Monday against the Vikings.

by: The Boston Globe

Cardinals 16, Patriots 3: New England trails in its most winnable game left. Follow live updates.

The Cardinals are the final sub-.500 team the Patriots will face this season, and their best shot at matching last season's win total.

by: Sports Illustrated

The Showdown Betting Preview: PGA Tour vs. LIV Golf Odds and Prediction

Ever since LIV Golf sniped some of the best golfers in the world from the PGA Tour, golf fans have been begging for a PGA Tour vs. LIV event. While it's not the

by: Empire Sports Media

Will the Yankees splash the cash for former AL East foe?

He has been steady for the surging O's, especially in the last three years. As it happens with virtually every major free agency, the Yankees will have competition for Santander's services. With the negotiations for Cody Bellinger somewhat stalled and ...

by: NBC Sports

Italy's Goggia wins Beaver Creek Super-G in return

After fracturing her tibia in February, Italian Sofia Goggia won the Stifel Birds of Prey World Cup Super-G at Beaver Creek in her return to action this weekend.

by: The Hockey News

Women's Euro Hockey Tour Showed The Need For PWHL Development Plan

The Women's Euro Hockey Tour showed the gap between the PWHL and other leagues is already expanding, and it's an issue the PWHL must address with a formal development plan, before it's too late.

by: ESPN

Magpies set to take Victorian No.1 pick in AFLW draft

Collingwood are set to avoid gambling on an interstate prospect and claim top Victorian Ash Centra with the prized No.1 pick in the AFLW draft.

by: Reuters

Goggia wins women's World Cup super-G at Beaver Creek on return

Italy's Sofia Goggia made a stirring return to competition as she won the women's super-G in Beaver Creek, Colorado on Sunday for her 25th World Cup victory in only her second race since breaking her right leg in February.

by: BBC

Investec Champions Cup Exeter Chiefs

Follow live text and BBC radio commentary from the Champions Cup as Exeter welcome Antoine Dupont's Toulouse to Sandy Park, after Saracens win at Stade Francais, Glasgow lose at Toulon and Bath lose in Italy.

by: TheHuddle.com

The 5 best NFL prop bets: Week 15

We have all teams to choose from - a rarity over the last two months. For this week's picks, we take a pair of running backs to top their projections, a Pro Bowl quarterback with an overinflated number he has no reason to hit, arguably the best wide receiver in the league shining in primetime, and a famous boyfriend continuing a career trend.

by: Winston-Salem Journal

Wake Forest lets go of women's volleyball coach after six seasons

Wake Forest has fired women's volleyball coach Randi Smart after six seasons. The school made the announcement on Sunday morning. John Currie, the athletics director at Wake Forest, announced the move in his From the Quad newsletter to alumni and fans.

by: CBSSports.com

MLB rumors: Luis Castillo suitors emerge as Mariners take calls, Astros have competition for Alex Bregman

The Seattle Mariners are getting calls on veteran right-handed starter Luis Castillo, and they're at least listening to those calls. Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic puts the Castillo trade talk into some context.

by: The Scottish Sun

Celtic vs Rangers LIVE SCORE: Team news as Old Firm battle it out for Premier Sports Cup at Hampden - updates

THE team news is IN from Hampden where Celtic and Rangers are getting ready to lock horns to decide who wins the first silverware of the season. Rangers are the holders having beaten Aberdeen a

by: Yahoo! Sports

2024 NBA Cup prize money: How much money do players make for winning the NBA in-season tournament?

"It's funny, a lot of people say it's the money, and it's not; it's the competition," Bucks coach Doc Rivers said. "Now, the guys who aren't playing, it's the money. You know, I've never been hugged more by our rookies in my life than after that game.

by: SHINE

Major Asia debut! Shanghai hosts epic Counter-Strike showdown

Organized by Shenzhen-listed Perfect World, the Shanghai Major brought together 24 elite teams from around the world to compete for the US$1.25-million prize pool. The event, which began on November 30, aligns perfectly with Shanghai's vision to become a global eSports hub and stimulate cultural and tourism growth.

by: Outlookindia

Max Verstappen And Penalty Drama: Swearing Controversy Hours Before F1 Prize Ceremony

Max Verstappen used an expletive during a press conference in Singapore when describing the performance of his Red Bull car at the previous race in Azerbaijan

by: SlashGear

6 Of The Most Powerful BMW Models Ever Made, Ranked By Horsepower

Out of the six most powerful BMWs ever made, none of them fall below 600 horsepower. Learn all about them in our ranked list, here.

by: USA Today

How a coach can help make or break your kid's sports experience

Project Play's parent survey has a section where you are asked to calculate the average number of minutes you commit to a typical day of sports competition for a child. Factoring in playing and drive time, laundering clothes, coordinating with other ...

by: tennisuptodate

Transgender women barred from most LTA female tournaments

by: Il Messaggero

Serie A Showdown: Lazio vs Inter at Stadio Olimpico

The 16th matchday of Serie A will conclude tomorrow with the big match at the Olimpico between Lazio and Inter, both at 31 points, although the Nerazzurri have a game in hand (against

by: Daily Mail

Inside the lives of darts WAGs: The hairdresser integral to her husband's success, a former glamour model and walk-on girl, and who is Luke Littler's new mystery girlfriend?

The showpiece event, held between December 15 and January 3, is traditionally watched by millions at home and takes place at a packed Alexandra Palace.

by: LancasterOnline

Big 37: LNP | LancasterOnline, Mike Drago Sports present 2024 L-L League football all-star team

The backfield includes a pair of 2,000-yard rushers, three 2,000-yard passers, and a dual-threat quarterback who has run and passed for more than 8,000 yards in his career.

by: The Financial Express

WPL Auction 2025 Live Updates: Catch all the developments here

by: TopSpeed

10 Sedans That Depreciate The Most After 5 Years Of Ownership

These models may not hold their value well, but that doesn't mean they don't have it. Plus, they provide nearly unbeatable bargains.

by: Sky Sports

Manchester United's problems this season are bigger than Manchester City's, says Ruben Amorim

"This should be like a pre-season, where I get to know my players but we do this in competition," Amorim said. "You always have surprises. You have an idea of a player and you have one or two surprises in good and bad ways. "I already know it is a big job ...

by: Daily Express

Thomas Tuchel already making same mistake as Gareth Southgate with top England player

Thomas Tuchel was announced as the new England manager back in October, but he may already be making the same mistake as old Three Lions boss Gareth Southgate

by: Yardbarker

Why the Razorbacks should continue to play games in Little Rock

Nearly every year, the Arkansas Razorbacks football, baseball and men's basketball teams make the nearly three-hour trek south to Little Rock, Arkansas.

by: Williamsport Sun-Gazette

Local roundup: Montgomery's Brandt Harer named Dandy Duals Most Outstanding Wrestler

At the Dandy Duals in Towanda, No. 16-ranked Montgomery went 4-2 with wins over Honesdale (42-28), Jersey Shore (46-19), Wilkes_Barre (52-18) and Wyoming (64-12), and fell to Bald Eagle Area (38-25) and host Towanda,

by: The News Letter

What time is the World Darts Championship on Sky tonight? Coverage explained - how to watch

Sky Sports once again has coverage of the darts, but depending on what subscription you have you might be wondering if it is on the channels you are subscribed to. The coverage will initially begin at 6.30pm on Sky Sports Darts and it will be available as well on Sky Sports Main Event from 7.15pm, following the end of Super Sunday.

by: India.com

WPL 2025 Auction 2025: List of all retained players from all franchises

The forthcoming Women's T20 competition will see a smaller-scale auction taking place just before it kicks off. It's an exciting time with the Gujarat Giants, Mumbai Indians, Royal Challengers Bengaluru,

by: OK! Magazine UK

X Factor's Steve Brookstein unrecognisable with grey beard and glasses - 20yrs since winning show

Steve Brookstein, who won the first season of The X Factor 20 years ago, looks worlds away from his TV heydey as he sports a grey beard and glasses in performance with fellow star

by: as.com

Why is the 2024 NBA Cup Final Four played in Las Vegas?

Just four teams remain in contention to win the 2024 NBA Cup and lift the new trophy in only the competition's second season. As things stand, the Thunder are the team strongly tipped by many to secure the second NBA Cup title. Both semi-final games are ...

by: MSN

NBA Cup: Defense is the new offense

In a league defined by offense, it was the defense that prevailed in the NBA Cup semi-final games in Las Vegas.

Yankees may face less competition for free-agent slugger, per MLB insider

With Ken Rosenthal reporting the Mariners are unlikely to go after Christian Walker, the Yankees are waiting to see the first-base free-agent market "settle" reports another MLB Insider.

The New York Yankees might encounter less competition in signing free agent slugger Juan Soto, according to MLB insider Jon Heyman. Soto, who was traded to the Yankees from the San Diego Padres last season, is expected to command a high salary due to his impressive performance, including a .275 batting average, 35 home runs, and 109 RBIs in 2023. Despite his value, Heyman suggests that teams like the New York Mets, who previously showed interest, might not pursue Soto as aggressively this time around. This could be due to various factors including financial considerations or strategic team-building decisions. The Yankees, having already experienced Soto's impact, are likely keen to retain him, potentially making their path to re-signing him smoother.

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