Mon, February 10, 2025

by: KTOO

Elementary athletes test their skills during Native Youth Olympics Junior competition in Juneau

Nearly 100 other elementary-age athletes participated in that competition that featured six distinct events including the Alaskan high kick, scissor broad jump and seal hop.

by: MSN

'I want to face Hardik Pandya, open with Rohit Sharma': New Zealand highflyer Martin Guptill's wish list

Martin Guptill, who has shared the dressing room with Rohit Sharma, wants to open the batting with the Indian captain again.

by: MSN

Hong Kong condemns 'attack' after Asian Winter Games ice hockey match

Hong Kong condemned on Monday an "attack" that left three of its men's ice hockey players hurt after a match with Turkmenistan at the Asian Winter Games. Four players from Turkmenistan have been suspended and thrown out of the Games in the Chinese city of Harbin,

by: MSN

Liverpool open talks to sign midfielder for free but face competition from Man City

Premier League clubs Liverpool and Manchester City are looking forward to the summer transfer window to strengthen their midfield. While Liverpool's midfield has performed well this season, Man City have struggled to have the same impact from their midfield.

by: MSN

Four NASCAR teams at a crossroads: Trackhouse, RFK, RCR and Legacy

They have an additional full-time teammate in Shane van Gisbergen this year, as they have reached the new NASCAR maximum three chartered teams. SVG won in his first Cup race in 2023, when he drove a Trackhouse car in the inaugural Chicago street course event.

by: MSN

Blue Bombers add quarterback Shea Patterson but Kenny Lawler is gone

The Winnipeg Blue Bombers got a head start on free agency, reaching a verbal agreement with Shea Patterson, the former Saskatchewan Roughriders quarterback. They'll make the deal official on Tuesday,

by: MSN

In switch, Va. high school authority bans trans students from girls' sports

The Virginia High School League, in a reversal, said Monday that only athletes assigned female at birth can participate in girls' sports, citing Trump order.

by: MSN

Supercomputer predicts 2024/25 Champions League knockout stages

Liverpool manager Arne Slot called the new Champions League format "strange", Manchester City's Pep Guardiola admitted that he struggled to understand its intricacies while Real Madrid president Florentino Perez wrote it off as "absurd".

by: MSN

Scottie Scheffler recalls crowd interference at Phoenix Open, compares it to Memphis

Scottie Scheffler was the main face of this tournament, although in the end he failed to celebrate in this competition. The 28-year-old golfer looked back at the raucous fans, rec

by: MSN

Charley Hull and Ruoning Yin among elite golfing line-up for PIF Saudi Ladies Invitational

The PIF Saudi Invitational has a unique format. A total of 112 players will tee it up in two competitions, with a 54-hole individua

by: MSN

Swab tests set to decide female athlete eligibility

World Athletics plan to introduce a swab test for elite athletes who wish to compete in the women's category at international events, tightening eligibility regulations for transgender and difference of sex development (DSD) athletes.

by: MSN

FA Cup fifth round draw: Man Utd draw Fulham, Man City v Plymouth

FA Cup fourth round results. There are four teams from outside the Premier League still in the competition as the magic of the oldest cup competition in the world is aliv

by: MSN

Toyota Racing Unveiled Their 2025 Driver Development Lineup

Toyota Racing Development's commitment to motorsports continues with the return of their driver development program (TD2) for the 2025 racing season. Similar to previous seasons, TD2 spans several racing disciplines including grassroots dirt racing,

by: MSN

Carlo Ancelotti reveals who he expects to win this year's Champions League

Carlo Ancelotti reveals who he expects to win this year's Champions League - Real Madrid travel to Manchester City in first leg of knockout-round on Tuesday
Tue, February 11, 2025

by: Firstpost

Explained: How Indian government is planning to fight doping and age fraud issues among junior athletes

The Sports Ministry of India has reportedly decided to not award cash prizes to junior athletes winning medals in international events. This has been done to track issues surrounding doping and age fraud,

by: BBC

Royal Marine veteran to compete in Invictus Games

A Royal Marine veteran is competing in the Invictus Games after overcoming post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and a shock epilepsy diagnosis.

by: cnbctv18

FIFS launches 'Sports Data Gameathon' - a sports AI challenge for India's premier institutes

The 'Sports Data Gameathon' aims to become a catalyst for innovation, propelling India towards becoming a global leader in sports technology.

by: ProPakistani

The Greatest Rivalry: India vs Pakistan - Did it Live Up to the Hype?

Not even mentioning the Champions Trophy 2017 reveals this for what it is: a one-sided PR piece. And that brings us to the African proverb that flips the notion of history being recorded by victors. In today's digital media age, whoever wields the loudest mouthpiece can subvert the truth and pander it off as gospel.

by: WSJM

Major ice fishing tournament underway north of Grand Rapids

The top fishermen from all over the world are converging on west Michigan this week for the 2025 21st World Ice Fishing Championship. USAngling Freshwater Fishing Director Mike McNett says the competi

by: MLive

Meet the MHSAA Scholar-Athlete award winners for Class B

The Michigan High School Athletic Association announced Tuesday morning the nine Class B recipients of its annual MHSAA-Farm Bureau Insurance Scholar-Athlete awards for the 2024-25 school year. Each Class B scholar-athlete will receive $2,000 scholarships as part of the honor.

by: Reuters

US Open revamps mixed doubles format, increases prize money

The U.S. Open mixed doubles competition will now be played before the singles main draw, the United States Tennis Association (USTA) said on Tuesday as it announced an overhaul of the category's format and an increase in prize money.

by: Outlookindia

Everton Vs Liverpool, Premier League: Preview, Players To Watch, H2H, Merseyside Derby Prediction

The Reds have lost just once in the Premier League this season and will visit Goodison Park for the final time knowing a win would take them nine points clear at the top of the table

by: Reuters

World Athletics planning amendments to female eligibility guidelines

World Athletics has begun a consultation period for an updated set of regulations for transgender and difference of sex development (DSD) athletes, with a cheek swab test among a number of proposals being considered,

by: MSN

US Open announces radical mixed doubles change as event targets top singles players

US Open announces radical mixed doubles change as event targets top singles players - The mixed doubles will move to the week of qualifying and the scoring format will also change

by: MSN

Uttarakhand Teams Secure Quarter-Final Spot in Beach Kabaddi at 38th National Games

The second day of the Beach Kabaddi competition, held along the banks of the Ganga River as part of the 38th National Games, witnessed Uttarakhand's teams delivering stellar performances to secure their place in the quarter-finals.

by: MSN

Facing Adversity: How a 3x Breakaway Finals Qualifier Manages Travel and Competition

Three-time National Finals Breakaway Roping Qualifier Rickie Fanning takes a look at her life on the road and all the places she has been able to see!

by: MSN

Over $20k in Prizes Available at Unique Vermont Ski Event

Next month, over $20,000 in prizes are available during the 6th annual Real To Steel competition at Jay Peak Resort, Vermont, an event that blends the disciplines of freeride and slopestyle skiing. The competition begins on The Office-Upper Can Am beneath the Bonaventure Quad chairlift on March 8th at 10:30 a.

by: MSN

Champions League playoffs showdown as City and Madrid battle for survival in new format

Only one of either Real Madrid or Manchester City will qualify for the Champions League last 16 after they both had poor league phase campaigns and face each other in the playoffs.

by: MSN

Man City and Real Madrid got what they wanted but now face new Champions League playoff problem

Man City and Real Madrid got what they wanted but now face new Champions League playoff problem - The world is not enough for the two superpowers, who have dominated European football for the past hal

by: MSN

Liverpool's Arne Slot calls shock FA Cup exit 'unacceptable'

Liverpool head coach Arne Slot has described his team's shock FA Cup exit at the hands of Plymouth Argyle as "unacceptable."

by: MSN

'Fantastic occasion' - Manchester United looking to create history with Chido Obi-Martin this season

Man Utd are looking to win the FA Youth Cup with the help of exciting young striker Chido Obi-Martin this season.

by: MSN

EXCLUSIVE: We're still in limbo, says Milford, as Royal AM saga impacts Nedbank Cup prep

Milford FC's ambitions for the Nedbank Cup are jeopardised as they await clarity on their next fixture against Royal AM, currently suspended due to financial troubles.

by: MSN

Mukesh Ambani: India's top businessman plays at the bottom

Mukesh Ambani's Reliance Consumer Products Ltd launched a Rs 10 sports drink, Spinner, in India, collaborating with former cricketer Muttiah Muralitharan. The strategy mirrors Reliance's low-price approach used with the Campa drink,

by: MSN

Pakistan vs South Africa LIVE: Cricket score and updates from Tri-Series in Pakistan 2025

Follow live coverage of Pakistan vs South Africa from the Tri-Series in Pakistan 2025 today. The ICC Test Championship sees nine teams compete across a two-year cycle of matches before a two-team final decides the winner.

by: MSN

"Proud moment for Uttarakhand to host National Games": CM Pushkar Singh Dhami

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Tuesday said that it was a proud moment for Uttarakhand to successfully host the 38th National Games, emphasizing the significance of the event for the state.

by: MSN

Carlo Ancelotti speaks out on 'nightmare' Pep Guardiola ahead of Man City vs Real Madrid

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by: MSN

What Champions League elimination will mean for Man City's financial future

Manchester City's response to their ­season of ­struggle? Go big in the January window, go again in the ­summer and - in all likelihood - go even bigger. Those are the vibes among Premier League executives charged with looking after their club's recruitment,

by: MSN

7 Super League stars we can't get used to seeing in different shirts in 2025

The new Super League season begins this week, with a whole host of stars set to make their official debuts in the competition for their new clubs. Whether it's overseas imports of the highest calibre or long-serving players that have switched clubs and are starting a new chapter in their career,

by: MSN

Steelers Could Have Lots of Competition to Land Deebo Samuel

Deebo Samuel is likely on the move, and Pittsburgh could be his new spot, but his arrival wouldn't come without Steelers general manager Omar Khan one-upping some other contestants.

by: MSN

UEFA Champions League Playoffs 2024/2025: Everything You Need to Know

As the UEFA Champions League Playoffs for the 2024/2025 season approach, football fans across the globe are eagerly anticipating what promises to be a thrilling spectacle. With the new competition format,

by: MSN

Harmanpreet's rhythm in spotlight as Mumbai Indians chase 2023 repeat

There will also be additional spotlight on Harmanpreet in a home ODI World Cup year, which will be her first as India's captain. Of late, her slowish starts in T20s have been in focus, even if she possesses the ability to make it up later.

by: MSN

UCL: Ancelotti names best coach in Champions League competition

Real Madrid boss, Carlo Ancelotti has named Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola as the 'best coach in the UEFA Champions League' competition. The Italian spoke at his pre-match press conference ahead of both teams clash in the Champions League playoffs.

by: MSN

Virginia High School League will now ban trans athletes from competing in girls' sports

The Virginia High School League is reversing its transgender athlete policy following an executive order from President Donald Trump.

by: MSN

Cha Min-kyu wins silver in men's 1,000m speed skating at Winter Asiad

Cha Min-kyu raced to silver in the men's 1,000-meter speed skating event at the Asian Winter Games in China on Tuesday, grabbing his second medal of the competition. Cha finished the race in 1:09.63 at Heilongjiang Ice Events Training Center Speed Skating Oval in Harbin,

by: MSN

Pankaj Advani bags 36th national title at Indian Snooker Championship

Pankaj Advani has secured his 36th national title and 10th men's snooker crown at the Yashwant Club, demonstrating resilience and skill. Advani rebounded from an early setback and clinched the championship with an impressive 84 break in the final frame.

by: MSN

Queens high school hosts first aerial drone competition in NY

A premier high-performing high school in Queens is teaching cutting-edge technology and is hosting a first-of-its-kind aerial drone competition in New York. Kayode Ayetiwa is the principal at Health,

by: MSN

After busy open-window period, CFL free agency slated to begin Tuesday afternoon

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Southern University and A&M College Students Win $5,000 Prize For Innovative Sports Tech Pitch During Super Bowl LIX Week

A group of HBCU students were awarded during the week of Super Bowl LIX for their innovative pitch in sports technology. Diverse Representation, a company focused on increasing the number of Black agents,

Elementary athletes test their skills during Native Youth Olympics Junior competition in Juneau

Nearly 100 other elementary-age athletes participated in that competition that featured six distinct events including the Alaskan high kick, scissor broad jump and seal hop.

The article from KTOO discusses the Native Youth Olympics Junior Competition held in Juneau, where elementary school athletes participated in traditional Alaska Native games. These games, which include events like the seal hop, one-foot high kick, and the Alaskan high kick, are designed to test skills that were historically crucial for survival in the Arctic environment. The competition not only serves as a physical challenge but also as a cultural event, fostering a connection to Alaska Native heritage among the youth. The event was highlighted by the participation of young athletes like 9-year-old Kaidyn Johnson, who competed in multiple events, showcasing the enthusiasm and skill of the participants. The games are part of a broader effort to preserve and celebrate Alaska Native traditions, with the junior competition acting as a stepping stone for young athletes to eventually compete at higher levels.

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