Sat, February 1, 2025

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Aging athletes extend careers with extensive support teams, evolving recovery methods

LeBron James and Lindsey Vonn just turned 40, and Portuguese soccer star Cristiano Ronaldo turns 40 next week on Feb. 5. It used to be a rarity.

by: WXOW

WACPC State Dance Competition has La Crosse Center "busting a move"

The La Crosse Center was the site of the Wisconsin Association of Cheer and POM Coaches State Dance Championship both Friday and Saturday.

by: Click2Houston

Sources: Raiders interview Texans quarterbacks coach Jerrod Johnson for offensive coordinator job

HOUSTON - Texans quarterbacks coach Jerrod Johnson interviewed for the Las Vegas Raiders offensive coordinator job, per a league source. Johnson is one of the Texans' top candidates for their offensive coordinator vacancy, per sources. The media could not be loaded, either because the server or network failed or because the format is not supported.

by: MSN

Moment of silence for midair collision victims at speed skating competition in West Allis

The Speed Skating World Cup at Pettit National Ice Center started with a moment of silence. Skaters and observers at the West Allis event on Friday paid their respects to the lives lost in the deadly midair collision near Washington,

by: MSN

Mikaela Shiffrin Finishes Top 10 in Slalom After Recovering from Serious Injury

After her injury in November, Shiffrin fell short of her 100th win. An impressive 10th place time puts her goal back into the picture.

by: MSN

Marcus Rashford agrees to join Aston Villa with final touches being added for statement signing

Marcus Rashford has reportedly agreed to personal terms with Aston Villa, with the Midlands club and Manchester United closing in a loan agreement, and Champions League football beckoning for the forward.

by: MSN

12 Senior Bowl players who stood out as potential Lions (and 3 who didn't)

Fresh off my 16th Senior Bowl week trip, it's time to look at some of the players I watched and talked with during the week
Sun, February 2, 2025

by: MARCA

Mexico vs Venezuela in the Caribbean Series: Nearly the middle of the game and no score

Caribbean Series continues and the Charros de Jalisco, representatives of Mexico, will seek their second victory of the tournament when they

by: Indiatimes

Tata Steel Chess 2025, Round 13 Live: Gukesh, Praggnanandhaa make final push to maiden Masters title at Wijk Aan Zee

As the Tata Steel Chess Tournament 2025 heads into its final round, all eyes are on Indian prodigies D Gukesh a

by: SteinbachOnline

La Broquerie families embrace winter fun with outdoor activities

Residents braved the chilly wind Saturday to take part in La Broquerie's Outdoor Winter Family Fun Day, an event filled with skating, snowshoeing, sledding and warm drinks by the fire. Ian Dickey, leisure services programmer for the municipality,

by: ITV

Wales' Jonny Clayton knocks World Champion Luke Littler out of darts World Masters

He is the only Welshman left in the competition, that's being held at the Marshall Arena in Milton Keynes. | ITV News Wales

by: Reuters

France and Spain safely through in Davis Cup qualifiers

France and Spain both won their doubles rubbers to ease through the first qualifying round of the Davis Cup on Sunday, while Canada need to overturn a 2-0 deficit to progress.

by: Newsweek

Jimmie Johnson And Shaquille O'Neal Fight It Out In Person After X 'Feud'

NASCAR legend Jimmie Johnson and NBA icon Shaquille O'Neal turned a playful X exchange into a free throw competition.

by: AOL

NFL reportedly considering measuring first downs with electronics system next season

However, the technology would not involve a chip in the football, which many media and fans have called for in recent years.

by: TMJ4

Meet the 'Boxing Ballerina' who has her eyes set on the 2028 Olympics

Her first love was ballet. But now Brijhana Epperson — aka the "Boxing Ballerina" — spends much of her time training in the gym. And she has her eyes set on Olympic glory.

by: deseret

Utah gymnastics showed its good and bad in loss to Florida, win over West Virginia

Utah finished second overall in the three-team meet with a score of 197.425. Florida won the competition with a 197.575, while West Virginia finished a distant third with a 195.475. The Red Rocks were excellent on beam (49.525) and great on bars (49.300) but left something to be desired on floor (49.375) and vault (49.225).

by: Yardbarker

Kevin Harvick, Bob Pockrass circle NASCAR driver under most pressure in 2025

There's pressure on every NASCAR Cup Series driver to perform well and ultimately win. But pressure exists just a little bit more with certain drivers.

by: Forbes

Lily Dhawornvej, 15, Is Slopestyle Snowboarding's Bright Future

Lily Dhawornvej, 15, is on the U.S. Snowboard rookie slopestyle team and just medaled at her rookie X Games appearance. Next, she hopes: the Milano Cortina 2026 Olympics

by: Outlookindia

Man United 0-2 Crystal Palace, Premier League: 'Better Things Will Come', Insists Amorim

Since the start of last season, only Wolves (16) have lost more Premier League home matches than Manchester United's 13

by: MSN

Kevin Harvick, Bob Pockrass predict 2025 NASCAR Cup Championship winner

The NASCAR season is set to begin and, with it, several long months of competition for the Cup Series crown. Before the year begins, a trio of insiders in the sport joined forces on the Kevin Harvick's Happy Hour podcast to pick their presumed champions.

by: MSN

Meghalaya: Mawlai take ultimate glory as new state league champions

The years of hard work, discipline and dedication for the players and officials of Mawlai SC paid off as they won the final of the 4th Meghalaya State League 2024 5-4 in a tiebreaker against Shillong Lajong FC at a packed Wahiajer Multipurpose Sports Complex Stadium.

by: MSN

Tennis-France and Spain safely through in Davis Cup qualifiers

France and Spain both won their doubles rubbers to ease through the first qualifying round of the Davis Cup on Sunday, while Canada need to overturn a 2-0 deficit to progress. The French held a 2-0 lead over Brazil following Saturday's singles action,

by: MSN

Russell Wilson does Raiders a huge favor by sidestepping Pete Carroll reunion

Russell Wilson dodging a potential reunion with Pete Carroll is a blessing in disguise for the Las Vegas Raiders.

by: MSN

What to expect from Monday's transfer deadline day

Title challengers, European contenders and relegation-threatened sides have one last chance to sign players before the window closes - here are some of the potential talking points.

by: MSN

Super Bowl LIX Countdown: New Orleans prepares for the big game

With just over a week until Super Bowl LIX kicks off at the Caesars Superdome, New Orleans is in full preparation mode. MORE: Super Bowl LIX events in New Orleans: Your Ultimate Guide City leaders and event organizers are working around the clock to ensure everything is in place for fans,

by: MSN

Chicago Bears new coach Ben Johnson already has starter on hot seat for 2025: Report

New Chicago Bears head coach Ben Johnson has his eyes set on upgrading a few key positions this offseason. Johnson has identified running back, offensive line, and defensive line, as units that need to be better in 2025.

by: MSN

Mohamed Salah STRENGTHENS his hand in contract negotiations

The Egyptian King has been simply unstoppable for Liverpool this season.

by: MSN

Nassourdine Imavov Intent on Title Shot Following Signature Win at UFC Saudi Arabia

Nassourdine Imavov has gradually been building an impressive resume over the course of the past year. That work culminated in a surprising second-round stoppage of ex-champ Israel Adesanya in the UFC Saudi Arabia headliner at ANB Arena in Riyadh,

by: MSN

Nassourdine Imavov talks 'surprise' he had for Israel Adesanya, cleaning out division 'in one year'

Nassourdine Imavov had a plan for Israel Adesanya that he and his team saw coming, but apparently, very few others did. Imavov scored the biggest win of his career with an emphatic knockout of the former two-time champion in the second round of the main event of UFC Saudi Arabia.

by: MSN

What is Colts' QB Anthony Richardson's 2025 salary cap impact?

What will be the salary cap impact for Indianapolis Colts' quarterback Anthony Richardson during the 2025 NFL season? This upcoming year will be the third of Richardson's four-year rookie deal. As is the case with each rookie contract with teams

by: MSN

Cardinals are lucky their primary Albert Pujols competition comes with a huge catch

The St. Louis Cardinals could target Albert Pujols are their next manager in the years to come, but one possible competitor for his services is off the table for now.

by: MSN

A New Season and New Stars Are Born: 2025 Barrel Futurity Horses To Watch

As we head into an exciting new season of barrel racing futurity horses, several have already made notable splashes in their first two months of competition

by: MSN

AHSAA announces North-South All-Star volleyball rosters: see the full list

The North and South teams have been selected and announced for the 2025 North-South All-Star competition. Both 15-member teams teams are made up of 2026 rising seniors and were announced by AHSADCA director J.

by: MSN

2025 Daytona 500: Shaquille O'Neal to design Jimmie Johnson's car after winning free throw competition

NBA legend Shaquille O'Neal will add NASCAR designer to his extensive resume of work beyond basketball, as he will design the paint scheme for seven-time Cup Series champion and NASCAR Hall of Famer Jimmie Johnson's car in the Daytona 500.

by: MSN

Ruben Amorim's failed experiment sums up his weirdest day at Manchester United

Ruben Amorim's failed experiment sums up his weirdest day at Manchester United - Manchester United 0-2 Crystal Palace: Amorim's decision to play a false 9 backfired as the impressive visitors became t

by: MSN

Premier League Roundup: Salah double leads Liverpool to win at Bournemouth

Prolific striker Chris Wood scored a hat trick as Nottingham Forest routed Brighton 7-0 on Saturday for the biggest-ever Premier League win for the unlikely title contender.

by: MSN

Marielle Thompson wins women's World Cup ski cross gold for 2nd straight day

For a second consecutive day, Marielle Thompson of Whistler, B.C., defeated Germany's Daniela Maier to win a women's ski cross competition in Veysonnaz, Switzerland, on Sunday.

by: MSN

WNBA: Angel Reese Makes History with First-Ever Unrivaled Ejection

The young star was ejected after receiving two technical fouls in a heated matchup between the Rose and Laces.

by: MSN

Will Peyton or Eli Manning Win This Year's FanDuel Kick of Destiny?

For the third year in a row, our friends at FanDuel are sponsoring the Kick of Destiny contest between Peyton and Eli Manning, and if you have a FanDuel account (or have been meaning to get one), you can use the contest to try to bolster your bankroll a bit.

by: MSN

Steelers Hope Pro Bowl Flag Football Becomes Path to the Olympics

Members of the Pittsburgh Steelers defense will hit the field on Sunday at the 2025 NFL Pro Bowl, and while linebacker Patrick Queen and safety Minkah Fitzpatrick will be aligned in their usual positions,

by: MSN

Man Utd Transfer News: Red Devils officially complete Patrick Dorgu signing

Dorgu has signed a deal that runs until 2030, with the option for an additional 12 months, and he is expected to become Man Utd's new starting left wing-back. READ MORE: Premier L

by: MSN

Healing the Warriors: Advances in Sports Medicine Through Boxing

Boxing, a sport of grit and resilience, has been a catalyst for groundbreaking innovations in sports medicine. From injury prevention to advanced recovery techniques, the needs of boxers have driven significant advancements,

by: MSN

ICC CT 2025: No extra significance on Ind-Pak contest, Gambhir targets

by: MSN

27 teams qualify for Battle of Community at DUBAI GAMES 2025

The Organising Committee of DUBAI GAMES, the premier community sporting event in Dubai, today announced the 27 teams advancing to the Battle of the Community, following a competitive qualifier at DAMAC Hills.

by: MSN

Man Utd transfer COLLAPSES after double issue, with alternative deal to quickly take its place

A proposed Man Utd transfer has collapsed despite talks reaching an advanced stage, though reports strongly suggest an alternative deal could quickly take its place

by: MSN

Olympic Gold Medalist Pioneer Dick Button Remembered As Popular Sportscaster

Dick Button, the first man to win two gold medals in figure skating at the Olympics, is being remembered as a popular sportscaster after his death at age 95. Button, a longtime New York resident, died at his Ice Pond Farm in Northern Westchester County's North Salem.

by: MSN

Dodgers to flaunt Blake Snell signing in front of former team and troll Yankees at same time

The Los Angeles Dodgers have found the perfect way to rub the Blake Snell signing in the San Diego Padres' faces and troll the New York Yankees all at once.

by: MSN

Amorim wants to incorporate one of the best goalkeepers in the world for his Manchester United

Ruben Amorim asked for the arrival of one of the best goalkeepers in the world to join his Manchester United squad.

Aging athletes extend careers with extensive support teams, evolving recovery methods

LeBron James and Lindsey Vonn just turned 40, and Portuguese soccer star Cristiano Ronaldo turns 40 next week on Feb. 5. It used to be a rarity.

The article from the Waco Tribune-Herald discusses various updates in the world of professional sports. It highlights LeBron James' performance in the NBA, where he continues to defy age expectations with his scoring and playmaking abilities. Lindsey Vonn, a celebrated skier, shares insights on her career and future plans post-retirement. In soccer, Cristiano Ronaldo's transfer to Juventus and his impact on the team are analyzed, alongside the upcoming Olympics where new sports like skateboarding and surfing are set to make their debut. The piece also touches on MLB's efforts to speed up games with new rules and the NFL's ongoing issues with player safety and concussions. Each segment provides a snapshot of current events, athlete achievements, and the evolving landscape of these major sports.

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