• Fri, January 24, 2025

by: wtvr

RVA Sports Awards speaker Jackie Joyner-Kersee shares secret to gold medal success

Kersee, who will be the featured speaker at the RVA Sports Awards, set the world record in the heptathlon during the 1988 Olympic Games in South Korea.

by: Reuters

Alysa Liu, out of retirement, shines at U.S. Figure Skating Championships

Alysa Liu, back from retirement at age 19, sits in first place after the women's short program at U.S. Figure Skating Championships on Thursday in Wichita, Kan.

by: NDTV

7 Extreme Sports You've Never Heard Of

Bored of the usual, popular sports like football, cricket and tennis? Here are 7 extreme sports you may have never heard of.

by: gearpatrol

13 Watch Brands That Are Destined to Have a Big Year in 2025

In any case, here are 13 watch brands to watch in 2025.

by: ESPN

Inside Unrivaled debut: How league looks to alter women's hoops

MIAMI -- Chelsea Gray sat in Unrivaled 's recovery room following her team's loss on opening night of the new women's 3-on-3 pro basketball league. As hot and cold tubs swirled nearby, the guard put her headphones on to drown out outside noise, cheers from her opponents seeping through the walls.

by: Richmond

Need a quick fix? Dive deep into transfer portal, as VMI and W&M favorably did.

"I'm very optimistic that the core of this (VMI) team is going to stay together, and we're going to be able to build something special moving forward."

by: BBC

Recap Friday's Premier League team news and best manager quotes

Manchester United skipper Bruno Fernandes scored a dramatic stoppage-time winner to give his side victory in their all-British match with Rangers at Old Trafford.

by: Outlookindia

Den Den 2025 Sea Swimming Championship: Over 200 Swimmers To Compete In Mangalore

This year's championship has attracted 214 swimmers, double the number of participants from last year, with competitors coming from states such as Delhi, Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, West Bengal, Karnataka,

by: BBC

Transfers latest and Premier League manager news conferences

Meanwhile, Ruben Amorim is the third United manager to win each of their first three games in charge in major European competition after Matt Busby in 1956 and Alex Ferguson in 1990.

by: LancasterOnline

Linville Hill Christian girls light it up from the arc, drop Lancaster Country Day in nonleague clash

Linville Hill's lone loss this season was at District Six Class 6A heavyweight State College in a holiday tournament. The Warriors have also topped North Schuylkill, Oxford and Columbia.

by: MassLive

Watch Miami Heat vs. Milwaukee Bucks free live stream

A couple of Eastern Conference rivals meet up on Thursday, Jan. 23 when the Milwaukee Bucks host the Miami Heat at Fiserv Forum in Milwaukee.

by: BBC

Transfers latest and Premier League news: Postecoglou news conference

Meanwhile, Ruben Amorim is the third United manager to win each of their first three games in charge in major European competition after Matt Busby in 1956 and Alex Ferguson in 1990.

by: Outlookindia

Astana Indoor Meet 2025 Live Streaming: Dates, Events, Top Athletes - All You Need To Know

Among the participants are Olympic and world champion, Andre De Grasse, Kishane Thompson, Alex Haydock-Wilson, Cornelius Tuwei, Marquis Dendy, Tina Clayton and many more. The live streaming of the Astana Indoor Meet 2025 will be available on Roku, Fire TV, Chromecast & Apple TV.

by: BBC

Transfers latest and Premier League news: Van Nistelrooy news conference

Meanwhile, Ruben Amorim is the third United manager to win each of their first three games in charge in major European competition after Matt Busby in 1956 and Alex Ferguson in 1990.

by: BBC

Transfers latest and Premier League news: Maresca news conference

There are rumours around a number of United players, including Brazilian wideman Antony, who has been linked with a loan to Spanish club Real Betis, and Dutch full-back Tyrell Malacia, who is looking to relaunch his career after a nightmare spell of injuries.

by: BBC

UEFA Europa League Manchester United 2 Rangers 1 Full time

by: MSN

From Washington to Virginia, U.S. Figure Skating fans travel to Wichita

The country's best figure skaters are in Wichita for the U.S. Figure Skating Championships. People from states all over the country are represented. A theme with every person KSN News spoke to is that there are unique elements to the competition you can only experience in person.

by: MSN

The Top Five Contenders For This Season's Vezina Trophy

As the 2024-25 NHL season approaches its final stretch, the league's top goaltenders have emerged as key factors in their teams' success. This season has seen established stars and rising talents make their mark between the pipes,

by: MSN

Phil Mickelson Gives His Verdict On LIV Golf's TV Deal

Phil Mickelson says LIV Golf is the only global golf brand as he celebrated the big TV deal with FOX Sports he hopes will help the team golf tour really kick on

by: MSN

Novak Djokovic on the injury that forced him to withdraw against Alexander Zverev

Novak Djokovic's bid for 11th Australian Open title ends after a muscle tear in his left leg. He says injury happened during match vs. Carlos Alcaraz.

by: MSN

Hashtag Women target another big-name cup scalp

Hashtag United Women beat Newcastle United to win the FA WNL Cup last season - now Nottingham Forest stand between them and another final.

by: MSN

Wrexham see European hopes squashed as Welsh clubs barred from new competition

Wrexham see European hopes squashed as Welsh clubs barred from new competition - The four Welsh clubs in the EFL won't be allowed to compete in the Welsh League Cup and earn a Conference League spot

by: MSN

NBA Europe? League 'looking very closely' at new competition, says Silver

NBA commissioner Adam Silver has dropped the clearest hint yet that it will push ahead with plans to launch a basketball league in Europe. Silver said he had been encouraged by talks with clubs, media,

by: MSN

2025 Colts Pre-Free Agency Top-25 Big Board

The Indianapolis Colts have some work to do in free agency this year, whether GM Chris Ballard likes it or not. Here are 25 of their best options.

by: MSN

BJJ Icon Marcelo Garcia Returns After 13 Years, Submits Masakazu Imanari at ONE 170

Marcelo Garcia returned to competitive grappling for the first time in more than 14 years when he met Masakazu Imanari at ONE 170.

by: MSN

Mamelodi Sundowns coach tells first team star he can leave

Mamelodi Sundowns coach Miguel Cardoso has opened the path for one of the club's players to secure a transfer from Chloorkop!

by: MSN

Tiger Woods' absence leads to major ratings dip for TGL in Week 3

The next match will be the one between Woods and Rorys team, and many expect that this match will break records.

by: MSN

'I have to take the chance:' P.E.I. figure skater excited to make national debut in Edmonton

When 15-year-old figure skater Brooklyn Spates started this season, qualifying to nationals wasn't part of the plan. Now she will be the first skater in years to represent P.E.I. at the national level.

by: MSN

Merritt Island High's wrestling team set to compete at 1A state dual championship

Merritt Island High's wrestling team will be competing in the FHSAA state 1A dual wrestling meet that begins on Friday, Jan. 24 at Osceola High School. At the 1A regional dual meet last Thursday, the Mustangs defeated McKeel Academy in the first round of the competition.

by: MSN

The new Champions League format appears to be leveling the playing field. Just ask Man City

A bold new vision for the Champions League was launched this season, meaning more games and more money for European soccer's elite, as well as a rebuttal to the threat of a controversial breakaway super league.

by: MSN

Over 200 swimmers gear up for Den Den 2025 Sea Swimming Championship

The second edition of the Den Den Sea Swimming Championship has garnered an overwhelming response, with over 200 swimmers from across India set to compete at the Mangalore Surf Club Beach this Sunday.

by: MSN

Springboks captain courted by French side who face stiff competition from Premiership clubs

The Stormers are facing stiff competition to retain the services of their Springboks lock.

by: MSN

Would Verstappen leave Red Bull? 'They're worse than where he is now'

An interesting and exciting season awaits both Max Verstappen and Red Bull in 2025. The big question is whether the Austrian team can be competitive against the fierce competition of McLaren and Ferrari,

by: MSN

Saints owner Gayle Benson earns humanitarian award

New Orleans Saints owner Gayle Benson is well-known for her contributions to the New Orleans community, and her efforts have not gone unrecognized. And one of the latest honors she received came from prominent NFL agent Leigh Steinberg,

by: MSN

Rob Baxter reveals 'genuine danger' as pressure mounts on Exeter Chiefs' coaching ticket

Exeter Chiefs director of rugby Rob Baxter admits there is a 'genuine danger' of the Exeter Chiefs coaching group going stale, but believes his staff are still the right people to lead the Devonians.

by: MSN

'It could be a remarkable season' - can Spurs salvage campaign?

There has not been much for Tottenham fans to smile about this season, but despite poor league form they are still in three cups - so could this campaign be a successful one?

by: MSN

NFL DFS Lineup Sleepers for DraftKings, FanDuel - Championship Sunday Value Picks Include Patrick Mahomes, Kareem Hunt, Dyami Brown, and more

The Divisional Round is in the books, and now we shift our focus to the conference championship games and what value plays we can find on the main slate in DFS competitions. In this weekly piece, I will examine some undervalued sneaky targets.

by: MSN

5 pieces the Colts can give new defensive coordinator Lou Anarumo to help him succeed

by: MSN

Inside the arms race finding the next Antonelli and Bearman

Formula 1 teams are facing fierce competition as they scour the karting scene for the next generation of talent. Here's what the men behind the all-important junior academies are looking for

by: MSN

MLB makes two new rule changes for 2025 season

Evan Drellich of The Athletic reported on Thursday that MLB has instituted two new rule changes for the 2025 season. The first rule change is a stiffer penalty for fielders who violate the infield shift rule.

by: MSN

Excitement builds for inaugural Etihad Ajman Golf Championship at Al Zorah Golf Club

The wait is over! The inaugural 36-hole Etihad Ajman Golf Championship, supported by the Emirates PGA, is set to tee off on Friday at the Al Zorah Golf Club in Ajman, UAE. This exciting two-day event will bring together the perfect blend of competition,

by: MSN

Liverpool set for $103m boost that could fund late January transfer push

Liverpool are the only side to maintain a 100 per cent record in the Champions League this season and have banked a huge windfall that will boost their transfer funds

by: MSN

What channel is Alabama vs. Oklahoma gymnastics on today? Time, TV schedule, live stream to watch college meet

Alabama hosts Oklahoma gymnastics for a top-10 SEC meet. Here's how to watch the com[petition with TV and live stream information.

by: MSN

Where to watch LSU vs. Arkansas gymnastics live stream, TV channel, start time for college meet

Arkansas hosts LSU in an SEC gymnastics meet. Here's how to watch the competition with TV and live stream information.

by: MSN

Ireland aim for Six Nations history under stand-in boss Simon Easterby

Interim boss Simon Easterby believes back-to-back champions Ireland are "up for the challenge" of chasing Six Nations history in the absence of Andy Farrell. Ireland are bidding to become the first country to claim three consecutive titles since the championship was expanded 25 years ago.

by: MSN

Alysa Liu leads U.S. Figure Skating Championships in return

Alysa Liu delivered a brilliant and breathtaking short program in her return to the U.S. Figure Skating Championships on Thursday night, taking a solid lead over Bradie Tennell and Amber Glenn.

by: MSN

Alysa Liu tops Prevagen U.S. Championships short program in figure skating comeback

Alysa Liu won her first senior U.S. figure skating title at age 13. She retired at age 16. She has come back at age 19 and now leads after the short program at her first nationals in three years. Liu tallied 76.

by: MSN

Watch: Nuggets' Nikola Jokic hits most ridiculous buzzer-beater of season

Nuggets star center Nikola Jokic pulled another rabbit out of his hat on Thursday night against the Sacramento Kings.

RVA Sports Awards speaker Jackie Joyner-Kersee shares secret to gold medal success

Kersee, who will be the featured speaker at the RVA Sports Awards, set the world record in the heptathlon during the 1988 Olympic Games in South Korea.
The article from WTVR CBS 6 discusses the upcoming RVA Sports Awards, set to take place on January 23, 2025, at the Altria Theater in Richmond, Virginia. The event will feature Jackie Joyner-Kersee, a renowned Olympic gold medalist, as the keynote speaker. Joyner-Kersee, celebrated for her achievements in track and field, will share insights from her illustrious career, which includes three Olympic gold medals and numerous world records. The awards ceremony aims to honor local athletes, coaches, and teams, celebrating their contributions to sports in the Richmond area. The event not only highlights athletic achievements but also serves as an inspiration for aspiring athletes, with Joyner-Kersee's presence adding significant prestige to the occasion.

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https://www.wtvr.com/sports/rva-sports-awards-speaker-jackie-joyner-kersee-jan-23-2025

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