Tue, December 24, 2024

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NFL continues ratings domination with big Saturday showing, CFP first round delivers strong numbers

The NFL continued to prove that it is king with a strong showing in the ratings department for its two Saturday afternoon games that went up against competition from the College Football Playoff.

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10 of the best sports photos of 2024: Iconic images from the Olympics, Super Bowl and more

It was an incredible year in sports, which means 2024 saw a plethora of iconic images from around the world that captured the biggest moments from the Olympics, the Super Bowl and much more. Check out

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BetFury x PancakeSwap Partnership: $20K BFG Syrup Pool, $50K Trading Competition & More

Cakes are even sweeter with syrup, especially when served generously. That's why the BFG Syrup Pool offers a whopping $20,000 total capacity. PancakeSwap users can stake CAKE for 90 days to earn BFG tokens, with over 20% APR based on the number of participants. The only limit is up to 100 CAKE per wallet.

by: Covers

Early Broncos vs Bengals Predictions, Picks, and Odds for Week 17

Get the best early Broncos vs. Bengals predictions ahead of Saturday's critical AFC showdown. Free NFL picks and predictions for December 28.

by: BroBible

5-Star Passer Ditches QB1 Competition At Ohio State To Assume QB2 Role In SEC

Freshman QB Air Noland entered the transfer portal this offseason after spending one year at Ohio State. Despite seeing a starting role under center in

by: AZFamily

Speak of the Devils Podcast: Forks Up, Horns Down, & New Devils

Spring Practice Update: We update the latest from spring ball, and talk with new ASU wide receivers coach Hines Ward, WR Coben Bourguet, cornerback Laterrance Welch, defensive end Ramar Williams, and 2025 commit Xavier Skowron.

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The ultimate sports reading list: Olympians and Paralympians share the books that made them into champions

Have a bit of free time to read some books over the holidays? These recommendations will not only keep you entertained but possibly also set you on the path to victory.

by: MSN

The Somali team making football waves in Birmingham

How many football teams can lay claim to a league and cup double in their first season of competition? Not even Real Madrid or Manchester City can hope for the sort of immediate success that Kawala FC have had.

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Bills Make Historic Josh Allen Announcement After Patriots Win

Over the weekend the Buffalo Bills got a surprising challenge from the New England Patriots. One of the AFC's best teams, the Bills offense has been nearly unstoppable for the better part of the season.

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Texas Sues NCAA Over Transgender Athletes' Participation in Women's Sports

Texas has announced a lawsuit this week against the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) seeking to prohibit transgender athletes from competing in women's sports. Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton argues that allowing such participation misleads and deceives fans.

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EPL: Gary Neville names Liverpool's biggest rivals in title race

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'The experience and quality is there - I see it every day'

Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk says the team have ambitions but they are not looking too far ahead because they still face competition from a number of teams. The Reds go into 2025 competing on four fronts and,

by: MSN

Joey Logano Raises NASCAR Next-Gen Era Issue - 'Don't Know How To Put Into Words How Hard It Is'

Joey Logano reveals issue with the current NASCAR next-gen era after winning the 2024 Cup Series championship.

by: Forbes

David Feldman Built BKFC From Almost Bankrupt To $400 Million

When David Feldman of Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship held his first bare-knuckle boxing event in 2011, a staggering 700,000 people tried to stream it, crashing

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Richmond Public Schools hosts first swim meet in over 40 years

Richmond Public Schools hosted its first varsity swim meet in over 40 years on Saturday at SwimRVA-CSAC in Chesterfield County according to a release from the SwimRVA. The event marked a major milestone for the district, which recently revived its swimming program through a partnership with SwimRVA, the release said.

by: Reuters

Texas AG sues NCAA over transgender participation

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton sued the NCAA in an attempt to prevent transgender athletes from competing in women's college sports, according to a release issued on Paxton's website Sunday.

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Texas AG Paxton sues NCAA, says group advertises 'women's sports' but games have transgender players

The attorney general requested that the court grant a permanent injunction that bans the NCAA from allowing biological males to compete in women's sporting events in Texas, or involving Texas teams.
Thu, December 19, 2024

by: Newsweek

RFK Racing Announces Insane NASCAR Partnership Return For 2025

Founded in 1988 by Jack Roush, the team now enters its 38th season of competition. The ownership, which includes Jack Roush, Brad Keselowski—a NASCAR Champion himself—and Fenway Sports Group owner John Henry, underpin the team's success with a wealth ...

by: Daily Express

Carabao Cup semi-final draw in full: Arsenal, Liverpool, Spurs and Newcastle learn fates

Newcastle United, who beat Brentford last night, will be particularly keen to discover their route to a Wembley final in March, having failed to pick up a major trophy since 1955. Liverpool and Arsenal also booked their spots in the last four with narrow wins over Southampton and Crystal Palace respectively.

by: Forbes

What Pavia's Win Means (And Doesn't) For The NCAA And JUCO Transfers

The Vanderbilt QB handed the NCAA another loss and gets to play another year. The implications for former junior college athletes could be massive.

by: USA Today

Transfer reset: Here's where the Missouri football offense stands after 10 days of portal work

As of Thursday, here's how Missouri football's offense looks after landing a second signing from the portal, and where MU may still need additions.

by: The New York Times

Philadelphia City Council Says Yes to New 76ers Arena Next to Chinatown

The mayor and labor unions touted the economic promise of the $1.3 billion project. Opponents said the arena would decimate the city's storied Chinatown.

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MLS releases 2025 schedule, Orlando City to open season against Philadelphia Union

Major League Soccer released the schedule for the 2025 season on Thursday, and it has Orlando City opening its season at home against the Philadelphia Union. The Lions will host the Union on Saturday, Feb. 22, at 7:30 p.m. at Inter&Co Stadium.

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Carabao Cup Semi-Final Draw Details: Who Will Liverpool Face Next?

Who's Next in the Semi-Final Draw?Liverpool Football Club continues its spirited defence of the Carabao Cup, and as the semi-final draw looms, anticipation

by: CTV News

Triplets lead Calgary Christian Cougars to esports victory at Play VS Fall Rocket League Championships

A Calgary secondary school is celebrating a little more this December after winning an esports competition thanks to the talents of a trio of remarkable triplets.

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Birdnapped cockatoo wins Quote of the Year

The winner of this year's Quote of the Year competition is the chatty cockatoo with the distinctive catchcry of "Hello Darling".

by: The Daily Mirror

Man Utd exit Carabao Cup in comical fashion as Spurs win crazy tie - 5 talking points

Ange Postecoglou's side are into the final four of the Carabao Cup after a dramatic win over the Red Devils, with both teams making a number of errors

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NCAA president addresses parents' concerns about trans athlete inclusion: 'It's a small community'

NCAA president Charlie Baker doubled-down on controversial statements regarding the NCAA's policies allowing trans athletes to compete against women.

by: Seattle Times

European soccer leagues reject latest proposal for new breakaway competition

The organization that represents European soccer leagues has rejected latest proposals for a breakaway super league.

by: Sportsnet

Jets prospect Brayden Yager to captain Canada at world juniors

Winnipeg Jets centre Brayden Yager will don the "C" for Canada while Nashville Predators defenceman Tanner Molendyk and Colorado Avalanche centre Calum Ritchie will serve as alternates for the IIHF world juniors,

by: Sports Illustrated

Beast Games: How to Watch MrBeast's Amazon Prime Show, All Episodes Schedule

Mr Beast's controversial 'Beast Games' reality show is finally here. The title will pit Mr Beast's fans against each other, with the winner receiving a sizable

by: The New York Times

Timeline of NASCAR antitrust lawsuit: 23XI, Front Row can race as charter teams

The teams, led by noted attorney Jeffrey Kessler, accused NASCAR of being a monopoly that prevented fair competition. Advertisement "We ... to SI's Twitter 100 (the top 100 Twitter accounts in sports) for five straight years.

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Force Pressure Points: Cron's cattle arrive, but expect a big shift if the West is to rise

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Revolution release 2025 MLS schedule, with Lionel Messi and Inter Miami returning to Gillette Stadium

The New England Revolution announced their 2025 MLS schedule on Thursday, with the Revolution set to open their season on the road against Nashville SC on Feb. 22. New England's home opener at Gillette Stadium is slated for March 1 against the Columbus Crew with the Philadelphia Union visiting Foxborough the following weekend on March 8.

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Perry's powerful basketball machine led by Koa Peat could make Arizona history

Some regard that team, led by center Marvin Bagley III and point guard Alex Barcello, as the best Arizona high school basketball team in history. That was Duane's last season, as the Aztecs became the first big-school Arizona team to win four consecutive state titles. He's not quite ready to designate this Perry team at that level.

by: USA Today

How Wisconsin Badgers volleyball's Sarah Franklin stacks up vs. competition for national player of the year

MADISON - No matter what happens Friday, it's safe to say Sarah Franklin has secured her spot in the Wisconsin Badgers volleyball Mount Rushmore of players. The 6-foot-4 outside hitter is a two-time Big Ten player of the year and one of just two ...

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EU Commission reaches for brakes on FI motor deal

The European Commission announced on Thursday that it will investigate Formula One owner Liberty Media's €3.5 billion euro deal for the motorcycle racing league MotoGP World Championship, as the deal risks raising prices for the licensing of broadcasting rights for motorsport events of both brands.

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European Leagues take a stand against Unify League proposal: 'Not requested'

The European Leagues have taken a stance against the Unify League, a proposed new competition organised by A22 Sports management, which has come about three years after the failed and infamous

by: The Vicksburg Post

Vicksburg High's 2025 football schedule has familiar foes, new order

Vicksburg High's 2025 football schedule will include six teams the Gators played in 2024, but a reshuffled order and new region opponents.

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Liberty's MotoGP purchase delayed as EU opens in-depth investigations

The European Union's highest institution will open an "in-depth investigation" to determine whether the purchase of MotoGP by Formula 1 owner Liberty Media violates its antitrust framework. The European Commission,

by: MSN

How Far Does The Average 50-Year-Old Male Amateur Hit Their Driver?

Golf is an individual sport, but the urge to compare yourself against others is too strong to ignore. So, how far does the average 50-year-old drive the ball?

by: The New York Times

Luis Castillo to Red Sox? Suggesting MLB trades, signings to bolster 6 would-be contenders

The Reds trade for Luis Robert Jr.? The Braves sign Jack Flaherty? Jim Bowden suggests moves to fill key needs for six would-be contenders.

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Nick Mallett: 'What's the point of the Champions Cup if South African teams can't pick their strongest side?'

Former Springboks coach Nick Mallett has questioned the "point" of South African teams in the Investec Champions Cup if they cannot field their best sides. This comes after South African franchises endured their worst weekend in the competition and the Challenge Cup with only the Lions notching up a win in the latter.

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Chelsea vs Shamrock Rovers: Preview, predictions and lineups

Chelsea host Shamrock Rovers in Europe on Thursday. Preview includes team news, how to watch on TV, predicted lineups and more.

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Preview: Ipswich Town vs. Newcastle United - prediction, team news, lineups

After a run of one draw and three defeats following the resumption of club football after November's international break, Ipswich's second top-flight victory of the campaign moved them up to 12 points, meaning that Kieran McKenna 's troops sit in 18th place in the Premier League standings, two points behind Leicester City in 17th.

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Yankees Fav Favorite All-Star Named Trade Candidate: Report

New York Yankees catcher Jose Trevino was named a potential trade candidate as the team looks to improve this winter.

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Where to watch Tottenham vs. Manchester United, lineups: EFL Cup prediction, live stream, odds, pick

Looking to end their trophy drought, Tottenham will host an improving Manchester United side at home with a spot in the last four of the EFL Cup on the line. Tottenham's last trophy came in this very competition,

by: MSN

Carabao Cup semifinal draw: Dates and times of matches in 2024/25 EFL knockout competition

The final four participants of the 2024/25 EFL Cup are nearly set as the competition narrows its field while steaming towards a conclusion.

Texas AG sues NCAA over transgender participation

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton sued the NCAA in an attempt to prevent transgender athletes from competing in women's college sports, according to a release issued on Paxton's website Sunday.

The Texas Attorney General, Ken Paxton, has filed a lawsuit against the NCAA, challenging its policy on transgender athlete participation. The lawsuit, lodged in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Texas, claims that the NCAA's rules allowing transgender women to compete in women's sports violate Title IX, a federal law prohibiting sex-based discrimination in educational programs. Paxton argues that these policies disadvantage female athletes by allowing biological males to compete against them, potentially affecting their opportunities for scholarships and competitive equity. The suit seeks to block the NCAA from enforcing these policies and requests damages for affected female athletes. This legal action follows similar moves by other states and reflects ongoing national debates about transgender rights in sports.

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