January 1st, 2026
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Donovan Oday’s 18 lead Northern Kentucky over IU Indianapolis 81-72

By Canadian Press on January 1st, 2026

HIGHLAND HEIGHTS, Ky. (AP) — Donovan Oday’s 18 points helped Northern Kentucky defeat IU Indianapolis 81-72 on Thursday. Oday shot 6 for 12 (2 for 6 from 3-point range) and 4 of 4 from the free-throw line for the Norse (11-5, 3-2 Horizon League). Dan Gherezgher scored 17 points, going 6 of 8 (5 for ... Read More »

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Man City and Liverpool frustrated in 0-0 draws in Premier League to leave Arsenal with 4-point lead

By Canadian Press on January 1st, 2026

Erling Haaland and Manchester City were frustrated in a 0-0 draw at Sunderland on Thursday, leaving Arsenal with a four-point lead at the halfway stage of the Premier League season. Liverpool couldn’t manage a goal against a promoted team, either, laboring to a 0-0 draw against Leeds at Anfield. The stalemates highlighted the strength in ... Read More »

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Ty Robinson’s 27 lead Central Arkansas over FGCU 85-83

By Canadian Press on January 1st, 2026

CONWAY, Ark. (AP) — Ty Robinson’s 27 points helped Central Arkansas defeat FGCU 85-83 on Thursday. Robinson had seven rebounds for the Bears (6-8, 1-0 Atlantic Sun Conference). Camren Hunter scored 17 points and added seven rebounds. Javion Guy-King shot 5 for 10 from the field and 6 of 7 from the free-throw line to ... Read More »

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Lipscomb defeats Jacksonville 76-57

By Canadian Press on January 1st, 2026

Grant Asman scored 11 points as Lipscomb beat Jacksonville 76-57 on Thursday. Asman had five rebounds and three steals for the Bisons (8-6, 1-0 Atlantic Sun Conference). Titas Sargiunas added 10 points while going 4 of 10 (2 for 5 from 3-point range). Chris Arias led the Dolphins (5-9, 0-1) in scoring, finishing with 13 ... Read More »

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Blues prospect Dean cleared to return by NHL, NHLPA player assistance program

By Canadian Press on January 1st, 2026

ST LOUIS — St. Louis Blues prospect Zach Dean has been cleared to return to the team after spending time in the NHL and NHL Players’ Association’s Player Assistance Program, the club announced Thursday. The Blues said Dean will report to the American Hockey League’s Springfield Thunderbirds on Friday. Dean was admitted into the player ... Read More »

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Justin Allen scores 21 as Green Bay downs Purdue Fort Wayne 72-54

By Canadian Press on January 1st, 2026

FORT WAYNE, Ind. (AP) — Justin Allen had 21 points in Green Bay’s 72-54 win against Purdue Fort Wayne on Thursday. Allen also added six rebounds for the Phoenix (7-8, 2-2 Horizon League). Caden Wilkins added 17 points while shooting 5 for 12 (4 for 8 from 3-point range) and 3 of 5 from the ... Read More »

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Georgia Southern defeats Coastal Carolina 82-81 in OT

By Canadian Press on January 1st, 2026

CONWAY, S.C. (AP) — Spudd Webb’s 22 points helped Georgia Southern defeat Coastal Carolina 82-81 in overtime on Thursday. Webb also added six rebounds for the Eagles (11-5, 3-0 Sun Belt Conference). Tyren Moore scored 21 points and added nine rebounds and four steals. Alden Applewhite shot 5 of 12 from the field, including 1 ... Read More »

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Talaysia Cooper scores 17 for No. 23 Lady Vols in 76-65 win over Florida

By Canadian Press on January 1st, 2026

KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Talaysia Cooper scored 17 points and Zee Spearman added 16 points and 10 rebounds for No. 23 Tennessee in a 76-65 win over Florida on Thursday. Tennessee was leading 65-60 with 4:34 left to play in the game when a foul on Florida’s Me’Arah O’Neal was upgraded to a Flagrant 1, ... Read More »

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A Georgia-Ole Miss rematch provides ample intrigue to their CFP quarterfinal clash at the Sugar Bowl

By Canadian Press on January 1st, 2026

NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Having proved they could win as a favorite without ex-coach Lane Kiffin in the first round of the College Football Playoff, the No. 6 Mississippi Rebels face a tougher test against No. 3 Georgia in a quarterfinal matchup at the Sugar Bowl on Thursday night. Georgia (12-1, CFP No. 3 seed) ... Read More »

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Blackhawks coach Jeff Blashill praises Connor Bedard after the center is left off Canada’s roster

By Canadian Press on January 1st, 2026

CHICAGO (AP) — Chicago Blackhawks coach Jeff Blashill praised Connor Bedard’s all-around game a day after the center was left off Canada’s roster for the upcoming Winter Olympics. The 20-year-old Bedard is on injured reserve with a shoulder injury. He skated before practice on Monday and could return this month. Bedard ranked among the NHL ... Read More »

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Browns’ draft class poised to accomplish rare milestone despite 4-12 record

By Canadian Press on January 1st, 2026

BEREA, Ohio (AP) — Shedeur Sanders has commanded most of the attention and national spotlight when it comes to the Cleveland Browns rookie class. However, all seven players in Cleveland’s 2025 draft class have seen significant playing time this season. Going into Sunday’s finale at Cincinnati, the Browns are on pace to be only the ... Read More »

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