National Sports
Dallas Wings announce TV deal with same local station that carries NBA’s Mavericks
By Canadian Press on February 13th, 2025
ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) — The Dallas Wings will have the same new regional television carrier as the NBA’s Mavericks in a deal the WNBA club announced Thursday. All Wings games not carried nationally will be available in the Dallas-Fort Worth area on KFAA, a sister station of Dallas ABC affiliate WFAA. Some games could air ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Brazil is suddenly a contender at the skiing worlds with Lucas Pinheiro Braathen
By Canadian Press on February 13th, 2025
SAALBACH-HINTERGLEMM, Austria (AP) — “Campeonato Mundial. Vamos Dançar.” World championships. Let’s dance. That was the social media message from Lucas Pinheiro Braathen on the eve of his debut for Brazil at the Alpine skiing world championships. The dancing for Pinheiro Braathen will come on Friday and Sunday when he races the giant slalom and slalom ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Skiing world championships: How to watch, the schedule and more
By Canadian Press on February 13th, 2025
SAALBACH-HINTERGLEMM, Austria (AP) — Lucas Pinheiro Braathen makes his debut for Brazil at the Alpine skiing world championships on Friday. Italy’s Federica Brignone won the women’s giant slalom Thursday and Paula Moltzan of Minnesota took bronze. Here’s a guide that tells you everything you need to know about the biggest skiing event outside of the ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Iga Swiatek beats Elena Rybakina to reach Qatar Open semifinals
By Canadian Press on February 13th, 2025
DOHA, Qatar (AP) — Three-time defending champion Iga Swiatek reached the Qatar Open semifinals by beating Elena Rybakina 6-2, 7-5 on Thursday. Swiatek, ranked No. 2, will face either Jelena Ostapenko or Ons Jabeur for a spot in the final. Ekaterina Alexandrova continued her winning run by eliminating sixth-seeded Jessica Pegula 4-6, 6-1, 6-1. The ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Left-hander Kyle Hart signs with the San Diego Padres after a standout season in South Korea
By Canadian Press on February 13th, 2025
PEORIA, Ariz. (AP) — Left-hander Kyle Hart has signed a one-year contact with the San Diego Padres after one season in the Korean Baseball Organization, where he was selected as the league’s top pitcher. The Padres announced Thursday the signing of the 32-year-old Hart to a deal for this season that includes a club option ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Steph vs. Sabrina, the big hit of All-Star weekend last year, won’t happen this year
By Canadian Press on February 13th, 2025
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — There will be no Stephen Curry vs. Sabrina Ionescu rematch at All-Star weekend. The NBA announced Thursday that the 3-point shooting event bringing together two of the biggest stars in the NBA and WNBA — which was one of the highlights of last year’s All-Star weekend in Indianapolis — is not ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Jets announce they’ve told Aaron Rodgers they’re moving forward without him
By Canadian Press on February 13th, 2025
The New York Jets announced Thursday they told quarterback Aaron Rodgers they are moving on without him next season. While Rodgers hasn’t said whether he intends to continue playing for a 21st NFL season, the Jets — with new general manager Darren Mougey and coach Aaron Glenn in charge — have officially ruled out a ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!High performance director Stephen Aboud leaves Rugby Canada for Italian job
By Canadian Press on February 13th, 2025
High performance director Stephen Aboud is leaving Rugby Canada to rejoin the Italian Rugby Federation. Rugby Canada said Aboud is departing in May, at the end of his two-year contract, in order to be closer to his family. The Italian federation subsequently announced that the 62-year-old Irish native was coming on board July 1 as ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!The Kings sign former No. 1 overall pick Markelle Fultz
By Canadian Press on February 13th, 2025
SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — The Sacramento Kings signed former No. 1 overall draft pick Markelle Fultz for the remainder of the season. The team announced the deal with Fultz on Wednesday night as the Kings seek more depth at point guard after recently trading away star De’Aaron Fox. Fultz was drafted first overall by Philadelphia ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!It’s a 6-pack of All-Star rookies: Wembanyama, Herro, Williams, Sengun, Mobley and Cunningham
By Canadian Press on February 13th, 2025
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Victor Wembanyama went to All-Star weekend in Indianapolis last year as one of the featured attractions. The San Antonio star was at the league’s Tech Summit, plus played in the Rising Stars event and was a participant in the Skills Challenge. He left all that with a clear goal. “Next year, ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Canadian women down Scotland 3-0 for first win at U17 MIMA Cup in Spain
By Canadian Press on February 13th, 2025
MURCIA — Adalyn Fairweather scored twice and Gabriela Istocki added another from the penalty spot as Canada blanked Scotland 3-0 Thursday at the U-17 Costa Cálida MIMA Cup women’s soccer tournament. All three goals came after the 60-minute mark at the Pinatar Arena. Fairweather plays for the St. Albert Impact Soccer Club in Alberta while ... Read More »
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