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No. 1 Crimson Tide routs Ole Miss
- October 01, 2017
Dispatching the Rebels would be another step on the team's fourth-straight trip to the College Football Playoff. TV/radio: TV: ESPN; radio: FM-95.5. Regardless of the storylines leading into this game, fans are well aware that you can't always predict what will happen in a marquee game like Alabama v. (more...)
- October 01, 2017
Dispatching the Rebels would be another step on the team's fourth-straight trip to the College Football Playoff. TV/radio: TV: ESPN; radio: FM-95.5. Regardless of the storylines leading into this game, fans are well aware that you can't always predict what will happen in a marquee game like Alabama v. (more...)
Florida State survives Wake Forest in 26-19 win
- October 01, 2017
Wake Forest took the lead early in the fourth quarter when after quarterback John Wolford, who was almost sacked by FSU defensive end Brian Burns and linebacker Matthew Thomas, found tight end Cam Serigne for a 27-yard reception in the red zone. (more...)
- October 01, 2017
Wake Forest took the lead early in the fourth quarter when after quarterback John Wolford, who was almost sacked by FSU defensive end Brian Burns and linebacker Matthew Thomas, found tight end Cam Serigne for a 27-yard reception in the red zone. (more...)
LSU stunned, falls to Troy 24-21
- October 01, 2017
The stunning defeat raises the concerns over whether Ed Orgeron is the right man for the job. It's not too surprising the game was close again this time. After Chunn's second fumble of the game on the LSU 11, Etling drove LSU 92 yards for another touchdown on a 20-yard pass to Moreau. The next drive for LSU ended with a turnover on downs. (more...)
- October 01, 2017
The stunning defeat raises the concerns over whether Ed Orgeron is the right man for the job. It's not too surprising the game was close again this time. After Chunn's second fumble of the game on the LSU 11, Etling drove LSU 92 yards for another touchdown on a 20-yard pass to Moreau. The next drive for LSU ended with a turnover on downs. (more...)
Twins double up Tigers 6-3
- October 01, 2017
After retiring Sano, Romine moved to first base, his ninth position of the night. Farmer settled in, allowing two hits and a walk from the second inning through the fourth. Twins third baseman Miguel Sano, activated from the disabled list after missing 38 straight games with a stress reaction in his left shin, pinch hit in the sixth inning , his first at-bat since August 19. (more...)
- October 01, 2017
After retiring Sano, Romine moved to first base, his ninth position of the night. Farmer settled in, allowing two hits and a walk from the second inning through the fourth. Twins third baseman Miguel Sano, activated from the disabled list after missing 38 straight games with a stress reaction in his left shin, pinch hit in the sixth inning , his first at-bat since August 19. (more...)
Pep Guardiola reveals the team he would love to manage
- October 01, 2017
The Nigerian global will be making his 15th appearances against the Citizens if he makes the starting line up on Saturday. Already this season, City players have scored 21 goals and will hope to continue that at Stamford Bridge on Saturday. (more...)
- October 01, 2017
The Nigerian global will be making his 15th appearances against the Citizens if he makes the starting line up on Saturday. Already this season, City players have scored 21 goals and will hope to continue that at Stamford Bridge on Saturday. (more...)
Auburn Tigers defeat Mississippi State Bulldogs, 49-10
- October 01, 2017
Mississippi State appeared in serious danger of getting run off the field for the second week in a row, but its defensive line came to life to help limit the explosive Auburn offense over the rest of the half. 16, with Fitzgerald accounting for four touchdowns against a talented defense. After facing three top-15 teams in a row during a brutal stretch, things get much easier for Mississippi State . (more...)
- October 01, 2017
Mississippi State appeared in serious danger of getting run off the field for the second week in a row, but its defensive line came to life to help limit the explosive Auburn offense over the rest of the half. 16, with Fitzgerald accounting for four touchdowns against a talented defense. After facing three top-15 teams in a row during a brutal stretch, things get much easier for Mississippi State . (more...)
High school football players booted from team for kneeling during national anthem
- October 01, 2017
The cousins, both students at Victory & Praise Christian Academy, said that after the anthem ended, their coach, Ronnie Mitchem, told them to remove their uniforms because they were being kicked them off the team, the Houston Chronicle reported . (more...)
- October 01, 2017
The cousins, both students at Victory & Praise Christian Academy, said that after the anthem ended, their coach, Ronnie Mitchem, told them to remove their uniforms because they were being kicked them off the team, the Houston Chronicle reported . (more...)
Tennessee was totally helpless against Georgia. What questions did this game answer?
- October 01, 2017
Tennessee now must build off that performance. If Georgia wants to go to the College Football Playoff and win an SEC Title, they'll need Fromm to be more efficient and protect the ball better. The pass rush has stepped up since with two sacks in a 26-20 loss to No. 21 Florida and the seven sacks against UMass. Before Saturday, none of the last six games in this series had been decided by more than eight points, including Tennessee's 34-31 victory last season on a Hail Mary as time ... (more...)
- October 01, 2017
Tennessee now must build off that performance. If Georgia wants to go to the College Football Playoff and win an SEC Title, they'll need Fromm to be more efficient and protect the ball better. The pass rush has stepped up since with two sacks in a 26-20 loss to No. 21 Florida and the seven sacks against UMass. Before Saturday, none of the last six games in this series had been decided by more than eight points, including Tennessee's 34-31 victory last season on a Hail Mary as time ... (more...)
NFL's protests are a slap in the face
- October 01, 2017
Trust me, I don't always see eye to eye with their views or their opinions , but you come together towards a common goal and you learn to respect and love them as your brother. "White people make up roughly 62 percent of the US population but only about 49 percent of those who are killed by police officers", The Washington Post reports. (more...)
- October 01, 2017
Trust me, I don't always see eye to eye with their views or their opinions , but you come together towards a common goal and you learn to respect and love them as your brother. "White people make up roughly 62 percent of the US population but only about 49 percent of those who are killed by police officers", The Washington Post reports. (more...)
Chelsea Vs Manchester City: Conte, Guardiola set for battle
- October 01, 2017
That does not appear as it will be the case here, though, with two very in-form heavyweights set to slug it out in London when Chelsea host Manchester City on Saturday. Half Time . Chelsea 0-0 Manchester city . Having fallen behind to Atletico in Madrid on Wednesday, Chelsea levelled when Hazard teed up Alvaro Morata and snatched a 2-1 victory with the last kick of the game when Michy Batshuayi stabbed home. (more...)
- October 01, 2017
That does not appear as it will be the case here, though, with two very in-form heavyweights set to slug it out in London when Chelsea host Manchester City on Saturday. Half Time . Chelsea 0-0 Manchester city . Having fallen behind to Atletico in Madrid on Wednesday, Chelsea levelled when Hazard teed up Alvaro Morata and snatched a 2-1 victory with the last kick of the game when Michy Batshuayi stabbed home. (more...)
Lester sharp as Cubs pound Reds 9-0
- October 01, 2017
He gave up one earned run on two hits with three strikeouts and two walks over six innings in a 5-4 home loss to the Red Sox his last start. Kyle Hendricks also could start the playoff opener against the Nationals next Friday. Chicago had the bases loaded in the third when Schwarber shattered his bat on a bloop single to center. The Cubs continued to provide some rest to regulars, starting with first baseman Anthony Rizzo exiting the game after three innings and right fielder Jason ... (more...)
- October 01, 2017
He gave up one earned run on two hits with three strikeouts and two walks over six innings in a 5-4 home loss to the Red Sox his last start. Kyle Hendricks also could start the playoff opener against the Nationals next Friday. Chicago had the bases loaded in the third when Schwarber shattered his bat on a bloop single to center. The Cubs continued to provide some rest to regulars, starting with first baseman Anthony Rizzo exiting the game after three innings and right fielder Jason ... (more...)
Internationals have mountain to climb at Presidents Cup
- October 01, 2017
The U.S. will clinch early, and a tidal wave of scoring should follow. Team USA's assistant captain Tiger Woods even tried to argue the case for his compatriot but in the end the global pairing walked to the next hole with a 1up lead. Open champion Brooks Koepka and his hot putter for a 3-and-2 victory that put the Americans on the cusp of victory. It was the sixth consecutive time they led after the opening session in an event they haven't lost in two decades. (more...)
- October 01, 2017
The U.S. will clinch early, and a tidal wave of scoring should follow. Team USA's assistant captain Tiger Woods even tried to argue the case for his compatriot but in the end the global pairing walked to the next hole with a 1up lead. Open champion Brooks Koepka and his hot putter for a 3-and-2 victory that put the Americans on the cusp of victory. It was the sixth consecutive time they led after the opening session in an event they haven't lost in two decades. (more...)
Presidents Cup: Anirban Lahiri forced to DQ hole after rules infraction
- October 01, 2017
The United States were threatening to run away with another Presidents Cup after a four-ball rout on Friday that left a global team reeling and searching for answers. The Internationals finally won a hole at the 10th - where they both birdied, but Hoffman closed out the match with a birdie at 13. After his tee shot on the third-which was sprayed off the grid-Lahiri was informed his second sand shot was against the rules. (more...)
- October 01, 2017
The United States were threatening to run away with another Presidents Cup after a four-ball rout on Friday that left a global team reeling and searching for answers. The Internationals finally won a hole at the 10th - where they both birdied, but Hoffman closed out the match with a birdie at 13. After his tee shot on the third-which was sprayed off the grid-Lahiri was informed his second sand shot was against the rules. (more...)
Kirk Herbstreit Is Impressed With Penn State's Performance
- October 01, 2017
Donning its "Generations of Greatness" uniforms, Penn State (5-0, 2-0 Big Ten) experienced much less anxiety as it dispatched IN, 45-14. Just when it seemed Penn State was going to run away with it completely, IN responded well IN the second quarter and scored two touchdowns to make it 28-14 heading into halftime . (more...)
- October 01, 2017
Donning its "Generations of Greatness" uniforms, Penn State (5-0, 2-0 Big Ten) experienced much less anxiety as it dispatched IN, 45-14. Just when it seemed Penn State was going to run away with it completely, IN responded well IN the second quarter and scored two touchdowns to make it 28-14 heading into halftime . (more...)
San Juan mayor slams comments on Puerto Rico response
- October 01, 2017
So to be clear, the President of the United States heard the angry plea of an elected leader in a U.S. Territory ask for help to avoid massive deaths, and he hears this a a political cudgel - that has been called on by his political opponents - designed only to hurt him. (more...)
- October 01, 2017
So to be clear, the President of the United States heard the angry plea of an elected leader in a U.S. Territory ask for help to avoid massive deaths, and he hears this a a political cudgel - that has been called on by his political opponents - designed only to hurt him. (more...)
Harry Winks starts for Tottenham ahead of Sissoko vs. Huddersfield
- October 01, 2017
Winksy injured his ankle last spring against Burnley , but it has finally healed and he's back playing important minutes for Spurs. "He is completely different to our other midfielders like Victor Wanyama , Eric Dier, Mousa Dembele and Mousa Sissoko". (more...)
- October 01, 2017
Winksy injured his ankle last spring against Burnley , but it has finally healed and he's back playing important minutes for Spurs. "He is completely different to our other midfielders like Victor Wanyama , Eric Dier, Mousa Dembele and Mousa Sissoko". (more...)
Corruption scandal threatens eligibility for college players
- October 01, 2017
Top-tier college basketball programs were thrown into turmoil Tuesday as federal prosecutors unveiled criminal charges against 10 coaches, managers, financial advisers and sportswear company representatives, accusing them of a web of illicit payments to cash in on the vast riches generated at the sport's highest levels. (more...)
- October 01, 2017
Top-tier college basketball programs were thrown into turmoil Tuesday as federal prosecutors unveiled criminal charges against 10 coaches, managers, financial advisers and sportswear company representatives, accusing them of a web of illicit payments to cash in on the vast riches generated at the sport's highest levels. (more...)
Pep Guardiola Takes Pop At Man Utd's Style Of Play
- October 01, 2017
Brace yourself for Round 2 of the Manchester Mind Games Derby the next time Mourinho is anywhere near a microphone, or if you're more of a "let's settle this where is counts" kind of a fan, on 9 December when they meet at Old Trafford. Guardiola is starting to make City a force as well, with the Etihad giants making a stunning start to the new season. Already this season, City players have scored 21 goals and will hope to continue that at Stamford Bridge on Saturday. (more...)
- October 01, 2017
Brace yourself for Round 2 of the Manchester Mind Games Derby the next time Mourinho is anywhere near a microphone, or if you're more of a "let's settle this where is counts" kind of a fan, on 9 December when they meet at Old Trafford. Guardiola is starting to make City a force as well, with the Etihad giants making a stunning start to the new season. Already this season, City players have scored 21 goals and will hope to continue that at Stamford Bridge on Saturday. (more...)
Liverpool hammering inspired Arsenal's recent turnaround, says Arsene Wenger
- October 01, 2017
The manager believes they have since become a "united group", which has been reflected in their run of five wins and a draw at Chelsea, to contrast their one win in four before then when they also conceded nine times . "It was a very hard one as well because you have two weeks to think about everything that happened". "Mesut Ozil will not be available for Sunday", said Wenger in his pre-match press conference with what he calls a "very short-term" injury. (more...)
- October 01, 2017
The manager believes they have since become a "united group", which has been reflected in their run of five wins and a draw at Chelsea, to contrast their one win in four before then when they also conceded nine times . "It was a very hard one as well because you have two weeks to think about everything that happened". "Mesut Ozil will not be available for Sunday", said Wenger in his pre-match press conference with what he calls a "very short-term" injury. (more...)
Tottenham boss Pochettino: Why I think Winks is ideal
- October 01, 2017
Tottenham manager Mauricio Pochettino has warned Dele Alli to cut diving out of his game completely. But one Spurs player whose head won't be held quite so high this weekend is Dele Alli, the midfielder who recently received a one-match worldwide ban for his middle finger gesture during England's World Cup qualifier victory against Slovakia earlier this month. (more...)
- October 01, 2017
Tottenham manager Mauricio Pochettino has warned Dele Alli to cut diving out of his game completely. But one Spurs player whose head won't be held quite so high this weekend is Dele Alli, the midfielder who recently received a one-match worldwide ban for his middle finger gesture during England's World Cup qualifier victory against Slovakia earlier this month. (more...)
Republicans' Next Attempt At Killing ObamaCare Won't Come Until Next Year
- September 30, 2017
And on the heels of the health care fight, it's not the first time. And that's why tax reform is hard. Sen. John McCain says he'll support tax legislation only if it's a product of hearings, debate, amendments and bipartisan support. There is no evidence that leadership is keen on that idea. "I've made it very clear that if [they're] serious about lowering taxes, growing the economy, growing paychecks - we're serious about working with you", he said. (more...)
- September 30, 2017
And on the heels of the health care fight, it's not the first time. And that's why tax reform is hard. Sen. John McCain says he'll support tax legislation only if it's a product of hearings, debate, amendments and bipartisan support. There is no evidence that leadership is keen on that idea. "I've made it very clear that if [they're] serious about lowering taxes, growing the economy, growing paychecks - we're serious about working with you", he said. (more...)
Shocking footage shows barrier breaking as fans injured during French soccer match
- September 30, 2017
Several supporters tumbled around 1.5 metres onto the side of the pitch and were crushed by fellow fans before emergency services rushed to the scene. Stade de la Licorne was built in 1999. The match between Amiens and Lille was abandoned after the incident. The grounds are undergoing extensive renovation work during the 2017/18 season. (more...)
- September 30, 2017
Several supporters tumbled around 1.5 metres onto the side of the pitch and were crushed by fellow fans before emergency services rushed to the scene. Stade de la Licorne was built in 1999. The match between Amiens and Lille was abandoned after the incident. The grounds are undergoing extensive renovation work during the 2017/18 season. (more...)
Chelsea injury update ahead of Manchester City clash
- September 30, 2017
Chelsea have bounced back after opening day defeat to Burnley - the stalemate with Arsenal two weeks ago is the only match in their last eight they've failed to win. Always complicated. How we react in that situation is what I want to see. "I was a player and I understand that sometimes this can happen but once is OK". (more...)
- September 30, 2017
Chelsea have bounced back after opening day defeat to Burnley - the stalemate with Arsenal two weeks ago is the only match in their last eight they've failed to win. Always complicated. How we react in that situation is what I want to see. "I was a player and I understand that sometimes this can happen but once is OK". (more...)
The puzzle confounding Mercedes in Malaysia
- September 30, 2017
I didn't sleep well last night because we just didn't know if we would fix the issue, ' he said . "It's a real surprise to be up here with these guys today but I'm really grateful. The Englishman revealed his crew had worked until 2am on Saturday morning in a bid to rectify the issue. Hamilton, who won in Malaysia in 2014, said he was disappointed the race was coming to an end. (more...)
- September 30, 2017
I didn't sleep well last night because we just didn't know if we would fix the issue, ' he said . "It's a real surprise to be up here with these guys today but I'm really grateful. The Englishman revealed his crew had worked until 2am on Saturday morning in a bid to rectify the issue. Hamilton, who won in Malaysia in 2014, said he was disappointed the race was coming to an end. (more...)
De-stressing before the 4th ODI
- September 30, 2017
Commencing the journey with a remarkable victory, Indian team continued to defeat the rival team in each game till now and registered victories in 3 matches to win the series. If he gains more confidence and if he can understand how to take the game till the end, he might be a regular at that spot. India made three changes in the playing eleven with Umesh Yadav , Mohammed Shami and Axar Patel replacing Jasprit Bumrah, Bhuvneshwar Kumar and Kuldeep Yadav. (more...)
- September 30, 2017
Commencing the journey with a remarkable victory, Indian team continued to defeat the rival team in each game till now and registered victories in 3 matches to win the series. If he gains more confidence and if he can understand how to take the game till the end, he might be a regular at that spot. India made three changes in the playing eleven with Umesh Yadav , Mohammed Shami and Axar Patel replacing Jasprit Bumrah, Bhuvneshwar Kumar and Kuldeep Yadav. (more...)
South African Wessels takes coaching job at Melbourne Rebels
- September 30, 2017
Van Graan is the only surviving member of the coaching ticket which took South Africa to the World Cup semi-finals in 2015. He joined under Heyneke Meyer and remained in situ when Allister Coetzee took over previous year. "He has been asked by all our Super Rugby franchises to pitch in and help". They have beaten Argentina twice, drawn with the Wallabies and were whitewashed by the All Blacks in their four games to date. (more...)
- September 30, 2017
Van Graan is the only surviving member of the coaching ticket which took South Africa to the World Cup semi-finals in 2015. He joined under Heyneke Meyer and remained in situ when Allister Coetzee took over previous year. "He has been asked by all our Super Rugby franchises to pitch in and help". They have beaten Argentina twice, drawn with the Wallabies and were whitewashed by the All Blacks in their four games to date. (more...)
Luke Del Rio leaves game with shoulder injury
- September 30, 2017
He tore the labrum in his left shoulder on October 29 of a year ago against the University of Georgia after being hit while sliding. Florida is the third school Del Rio has suited up for. This game was Del Rio's first start since October 15, 2016. Del Rio underwent January surgery on his left shoulder and a procedure a few months later on his right shoulder. (more...)
- September 30, 2017
He tore the labrum in his left shoulder on October 29 of a year ago against the University of Georgia after being hit while sliding. Florida is the third school Del Rio has suited up for. This game was Del Rio's first start since October 15, 2016. Del Rio underwent January surgery on his left shoulder and a procedure a few months later on his right shoulder. (more...)
Mir loses Pakistan captaincy
- September 30, 2017
Following the women team's disappointing performance in World Cup under the captaincy of Sana Mir, Pakistan Cricket Board has chose to take the chances and removed the bowler as the team's skipper for further matches. I am hopeful that we will transform women cricket into a well-knit unit both on field and at the management level. "Her form jumped from good to prolific in 2015-16 when she made 92 and 91 not out against Bangladesh and New Zealand, but her most memorable knock was the 99 she ... (more...)
- September 30, 2017
Following the women team's disappointing performance in World Cup under the captaincy of Sana Mir, Pakistan Cricket Board has chose to take the chances and removed the bowler as the team's skipper for further matches. I am hopeful that we will transform women cricket into a well-knit unit both on field and at the management level. "Her form jumped from good to prolific in 2015-16 when she made 92 and 91 not out against Bangladesh and New Zealand, but her most memorable knock was the 99 she ... (more...)
Leonard out for preseason as he rehabs for quadriceps injury
- September 30, 2017
Essentially, Leonard is dealing with a tendon injury at the base of the quadriceps, where it inserts and attaches at the patella (kneecap). According to the release, Leonard is expected to miss the entire preseason schedule as he continues treatment for right quadriceps tendinopathy. (more...)
- September 30, 2017
Essentially, Leonard is dealing with a tendon injury at the base of the quadriceps, where it inserts and attaches at the patella (kneecap). According to the release, Leonard is expected to miss the entire preseason schedule as he continues treatment for right quadriceps tendinopathy. (more...)
Joe Tiller, the winningest football coach in Purdue history dies at 74
- September 30, 2017
Tiller, a Toledo, Ohio, native, began his coaching career at his alma mater, Montana State, in 1965. Tiller was 87-62 at Purdue . The school will celebrate the 20th anniversary of Tiller's first Purdue team. Tiller was coach at Wyoming for six years before moving to Purdue , where he had been an assistant coach in the 1980s. Condolences to Arnette, Julie, Renee and Mike. (more...)
- September 30, 2017
Tiller, a Toledo, Ohio, native, began his coaching career at his alma mater, Montana State, in 1965. Tiller was 87-62 at Purdue . The school will celebrate the 20th anniversary of Tiller's first Purdue team. Tiller was coach at Wyoming for six years before moving to Purdue , where he had been an assistant coach in the 1980s. Condolences to Arnette, Julie, Renee and Mike. (more...)
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