December 29th, 2025
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Zabien Brown has a ‘clutch gene’ that has become part of Alabama’s DNA heading into the Rose Bowl

By Canadian Press on December 29th, 2025

TUSCALOOSA, Ala. (AP) — Alabama cornerback Zabien Brown has a knack for making big plays. He’s delivered so many during two seasons with the Crimson Tide that there’s only one explanation: It’s part of his DNA. “It’s just that clutch gene,” Brown said. “I don’t know what it is. It’s just clutch.” He’s on the ... Read More »

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Tiger Woods turns 50. It’s the one time golf’s greats can relate to him

By Canadian Press on December 29th, 2025

Talk to any golfer who played against Tiger Woods and there is sure to be at least one story about one shot so sublime they were certain it could not be hit by them or anyone else. He was just different. Better. The 2-iron Woods hit into the par-5 10th hole at the TPC Sugarloaf ... Read More »

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Ronaldo wants to reach 1,000 goals before ending his soccer career. He’s up to 956

By Canadian Press on December 29th, 2025

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — Cristiano Ronaldo has expressed his determination to score 1,000 goals by the end of his career. And the 40-year-old Portugal superstar is in no doubt he’ll get there. “I will reach that number for sure, if no injuries,” Ronaldo said late Sunday at the Globe Soccer Awards in Dubai, ... Read More »

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From ‘lazy’ to title challengers: Aston Villa is the big surprise in the Premier League this season

By Canadian Press on December 29th, 2025

When Aston Villa was on a five-match winless run to start the Premier League season, the team looked more like a potential relegation candidate than a title contender. Manager Unai Emery was describing his players as “lazy.” Villa’s big names — including England internationals Ollie Watkins and Morgan Rogers — were showing no form at ... Read More »

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Canadian RJ Barrett returns to Raptors lineup after missing five weeks

By Canadian Press on December 29th, 2025

TORONTO — Finally, RJ Barrett is back in the Toronto Raptors’ starting lineup, even if it’s with a minutes restriction. Barrett, from Mississauga, Ont., had 12 points, seven rebounds and four assists as Toronto rallied past the Golden State Warriors for a 141-127 overtime victory on Sunday. Barrett played 24 minutes after missing five weeks ... Read More »

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Texas A&M-CC hosts Nicholls State following Searles’ 21-point game

By Canadian Press on December 29th, 2025

Nicholls State Colonels (3-8, 2-0 Southland) at Texas A&M-CC Islanders (5-6, 1-1 Southland) Corpus Christi, Texas; Monday, 8:30 p.m. EST BOTTOM LINE: Nicholls State visits Texas A&M-CC after Jaylen Searles scored 21 points in Nicholls State’s 95-82 loss to the Pacific Tigers. The Islanders are 4-0 in home games. Texas A&M-CC is 3-5 against opponents ... Read More »

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Texas A&M-CC hosts Nicholls State following Searles’ 21-point game

By Canadian Press on December 29th, 2025

Nicholls State Colonels (3-8, 2-0 Southland) at Texas A&M-CC Islanders (5-6, 1-1 Southland) Corpus Christi, Texas; Monday, 8:30 p.m. EST BOTTOM LINE: Nicholls State visits Texas A&M-CC after Jaylen Searles scored 21 points in Nicholls State’s 95-82 loss to the Pacific Tigers. The Islanders are 4-0 in home games. Texas A&M-CC is 3-5 against opponents ... Read More »

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Texas A&M-CC hosts Nicholls State following Searles’ 21-point game

By Canadian Press on December 29th, 2025

Nicholls State Colonels (3-8, 2-0 Southland) at Texas A&M-CC Islanders (5-6, 1-1 Southland) Corpus Christi, Texas; Monday, 8:30 p.m. EST BOTTOM LINE: Nicholls State visits Texas A&M-CC after Jaylen Searles scored 21 points in Nicholls State’s 95-82 loss to the Pacific Tigers. The Islanders are 4-0 in home games. Texas A&M-CC is 3-5 against opponents ... Read More »

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Texas A&M-CC hosts Nicholls State following Searles’ 21-point game

By Canadian Press on December 29th, 2025

Nicholls State Colonels (3-8, 2-0 Southland) at Texas A&M-CC Islanders (5-6, 1-1 Southland) Corpus Christi, Texas; Monday, 8:30 p.m. EST BOTTOM LINE: Nicholls State visits Texas A&M-CC after Jaylen Searles scored 21 points in Nicholls State’s 95-82 loss to the Pacific Tigers. The Islanders are 4-0 in home games. Texas A&M-CC is 3-5 against opponents ... Read More »

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Campbell visits Hofstra following Davis’ 27-point game

By Canadian Press on December 29th, 2025

Campbell Fighting Camels (6-7) at Hofstra Pride (9-4) Hempstead, New York; Monday, 7 p.m. EST BOTTOM LINE: Hofstra hosts Campbell after Cruz Davis scored 27 points in Hofstra’s 74-66 win against the Quinnipiac Bobcats. The Pride are 3-0 on their home court. Hofstra is second in the CAA at limiting opponent scoring, giving up 66.2 ... Read More »

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Youngstown State hosts Nadeau and Detroit Mercy

By Canadian Press on December 29th, 2025

Detroit Mercy Titans (5-7, 2-1 Horizon League) at Youngstown State Penguins (8-5, 2-1 Horizon League) Youngstown, Ohio; Monday, 6:30 p.m. EST BOTTOM LINE: Detroit Mercy visits Youngstown State after TJ Nadeau scored 20 points in Detroit Mercy’s 91-60 victory against the Siena Heights Saints. The Penguins have gone 5-0 at home. Youngstown State is 1-1 ... Read More »

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