National Sports
Scharf steals two in 10th for 7-4 win over Skrlik at Scotties Tournament of Hearts
By Canadian Press on January 24th, 2026
MISSISSAUGA — Northern Ontario’s Krista Scharf defeated Alberta’s Kayla Skrlik 7-4 on Saturday afternoon at the Scotties Tournament of Hearts. It was the round-robin opener for both teams at the Canadian women’s curling championship. Scharf stole two points in the 10th end for the win. Nova Scotia’s Christina Black defeated Nunavut’s Julia Weagle 9-1 and ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Maureen Murphy’s two-goal performance leads Victoire past Charge 3-1
By Canadian Press on January 24th, 2026
LAVAL — Maureen Murphy scored twice as the Montreal Victoire defeated the Ottawa Charge 3-1 in front of a sold-out crowd at Place Bell on Saturday afternoon. Ann-Renee Desbiens made 23 saves for the Victoire (6-3-0-5), who moved into second place in the Professional Women’s Hockey League with the win. Abby Roque added an empty-net ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Stephenson leads Florida International past New Mexico State 81-78
By Canadian Press on January 24th, 2026
LAS CRUCES, N.M. (AP) — Corey Stephenson scored 25 points to lead Florida International over New Mexico State 81-78 on Saturday. Stephenson added 12 rebounds for the Panthers (10-10, 3-6 Conference USA). Julian Mackey scored 12 points while going 4 of 10 (3 for 6 from 3-point range). Zawdie Jackson shot 3 for 8 to ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Mbappé’s brace at Villarreal lifts Real Madrid into La Liga lead
By Canadian Press on January 24th, 2026
BARCELONA, Spain (AP) — Despite a coaching change and some poor play that irked its fans, Real Madrid returned to the top of La Liga after Klyian Mbappé scored a brace in a 2-0 win at Villarreal on Saturday. Mbappé scored early in the second half and added an injury-time penalty to ensure Madrid rose ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!José Ramírez agrees to 7-year, $175-million extension with Guardians, AP source says
By Canadian Press on January 24th, 2026
All-star third baseman and American League MVP finalist José Ramírez has agreed to a seven-year, $175 million deal to remain with the Cleveland Guardians, a person familiar with the negotiations told The Associated Press on Saturday. The person spoke to the AP on condition of anonymity because the deal was pending a physical and had ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Hill, Zeigler each score 18 and Ball State beats Northern Illinois 58-53
By Canadian Press on January 24th, 2026
MUNCIE, Ind. (AP) — Davion Hill and Armoni Zeigler scored 18 points each to lead Ball State past Northern Illinois 58-53 on Saturday. Hill had eight rebounds for the Cardinals (7-13, 3-5 Mid-American Conference). Zeigler shot 7 of 15 (4 for 6 from 3-point range). Gianni Cobb led the Huskies (6-13, 2-6) in scoring, finishing ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Speed scores 24 as Loyola (MD) defeats Bucknell 67-62
By Canadian Press on January 24th, 2026
BALTIMORE (AP) — Braeden Speed had 24 points in Loyola Maryland’s 67-62 win against Bucknell on Saturday. Speed added five rebounds for the Greyhounds (7-14, 3-5 Patriot League). Tyson Commander scored nine points while finishing 3 of 4 from 3-point range. Amon Dorries finished with 26 points and seven rebounds for the Bison (6-15, 3-5). ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Mitchell hits winning 3 in OT as Missouri edges Oklahoma 88-87
By Canadian Press on January 24th, 2026
COLUMBIA, Mo. (AP) — Mark Mitchell scored 25 points, including a game-winning 3-pointer in overtime, as Missouri edged Oklahoma 88-87 on Saturday. Mitchell added 10 rebounds for his fifth career double-double and reached 1,500 career points in the second half for the Tigers (14-6, 4-3 SEC). Trent Pierce hit his only field goal of the ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Saint Joseph’s trio score 20 points each in win over Dayton 81-74
By Canadian Press on January 24th, 2026
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Jaiden Glover-Toscano, Dasear Haskins and Derek Simpson scored 20 points apiece in Saint Joseph’s 81-74 victory against Dayton on Saturday. Glover-Toscano also had seven rebounds for the Hawks (12-8, 4-3 Atlantic 10 Conference). Haskins was 7-of-9 shooting and grabbed five rebounds. Simpson shot 5 for 11 (3 for 7 from 3-point range) ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Reed scores 22 as Drexel beats Northeastern 83-78
By Canadian Press on January 24th, 2026
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Josh Reed led Drexel past Northeastern on Saturday with 22 points off the bench in an 83-78 win. Reed shot 8 of 12 from the field and 6 of 9 from the line for the Dragons (10-11, 4-4 Coastal Athletic Association). Shane Blakeney scored 14 points while going 4 of 12 from ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Williams-Dryden scores 24 as West Georgia beats Queens 74-66
By Canadian Press on January 24th, 2026
CARROLLTON, Ga. (AP) — Shelton Williams-Dryden had 24 points and 11 rebounds in West Georgia’s 74-66 win against Queens on Saturday. Josh Smith scored 20 points for the Wolves (10-10, 4-4 Atlantic Sun Conference), shooting 8 for 18, including 4 for 9 from beyond the arc. JaVar Daniel finished with 12 points, while adding nine ... Read More »
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