National Sports
Aces hope offseason changes send message they are back at a championship level
By Canadian Press on February 25th, 2025
HENDERSON, Nev. (AP) — Sitting next to new addition Jewell Loyd and semi new addition Liz Kitley, Aces coach Becky Hammon said Tuesday she couldn’t “wait for April.” That’s when Hammon can get back in the team facility and begin working with Loyd, Kitley and the other Aces as they try to return Las Vegas ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Canada field hockey team suffers second loss at FIH Women’s Nations Cup in Chile
By Canadian Press on February 25th, 2025
SANTIAGO — The Canadian women’s field hockey team slipped to 0-2-0 at the FIH Hockey Women’s Nations Cup on Tuesday, beaten 5-0 by host Chile. Canada is ranked 17th in the world, compared to No. 14 for Chile. Canada lost 2-0 to the 13th-ranked United States on Sunday in its opener at the eight-team tournament, ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Japan, Asia Rugby clash over the suspension of JRFU executive and former player Iwabuchi
By Canadian Press on February 25th, 2025
WELLINGTON, New Zealand (AP) — The Japan Rugby Football Union is challenging a decision by Asia Rugby to temporarily suspend JRFU executive director Kensuke Iwabuchi over a possible Code of Conduct breach in an unprecedented squabble between the national and regional bodies. Iwabuchi is an influential figure within Japan rugby, a former international flyhalf and ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Brooklyn’s Nic Claxton has been suspended for 1 game for flagrant-foul points
By Canadian Press on February 25th, 2025
NEW YORK (AP) — Brooklyn Nets center Nic Claxton has been suspended for one game without pay after picking up a sixth flagrant-foul point this season. The NBA announced Claxton’s punishment on Tuesday. He will serve his suspension during Wednesday night’s home game against Oklahoma City. Claxton was called for a flagrant 1 foul with ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Chukwu’s hat trick helps Canadian women advance to CONCACAF U-20 Championship
By Canadian Press on February 25th, 2025
PORT OF SPAIN — Annabelle Chukwu continued her prolific scoring at youth level with a hat trick Tuesday as Canada qualified for the CONCACAF U-20 Women’s Championship by thumping Trinidad and Tobago 12-0 to win its qualifying group. Chukwu scored in the sixth, 11th and 54th minutes, with the middle goal a thing of beauty. ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Boxer has egg on his face after fight rival reminds him of failed doping test
By Canadian Press on February 25th, 2025
MANCHESTER, England (AP) — Chris Eubank Jr. smashed an egg into Conor Benn’s face during a staredown between the rival boxers in a chaotic encounter Tuesday to promote their April 26 bout. The left-handed smack was a not-so-subtle reference to Benn’s failed doping test that derailed their planned fight in 2022. Benn argued successfully that ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Colts are planning to increase competition for QB Anthony Richardson next season
By Canadian Press on February 25th, 2025
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Indianapolis Colts quarterback Anthony Richardson will be facing competition for his starting job next season. So general manager Chris Ballard intends to find a credible challenger. On Tuesday, Ballard said he’s looking for another quarterback to push Richardson, who was projected to be Indy’s long-term starter from the moment he was selected ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!49ers promote Klay Kubiak to offensive coordinator and replace Brian Griese as QBs coach
By Canadian Press on February 25th, 2025
SANTA CLARA, Calif. (AP) — The San Francisco 49ers have promoted assistant Klay Kubiak into the offensive coordinator role that had been vacant the past two seasons and replaced Brian Griese as quarterbacks coach. Coach Kyle Shanahan announced several changes and additions to his coaching staff on Tuesday after previously hiring Robert Saleh as defensive ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Howie Roseman says the Eagles’ roster will change as team begins quest for repeat title
By Canadian Press on February 25th, 2025
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Howie Roseman’s forehead has healed from the beer can that left him bloodied at the Philadelphia Eagles’ victory parade, and the general manager is working on getting the team in position to repeat. Less than two weeks after the Eagles and their fans celebrated the franchise’s second Super Bowl title, Roseman and ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!A look at some of the career accolades for Diana Taurasi
By Canadian Press on February 25th, 2025
Diana Taurasi retired on Tuesday, ending her 20-year career with the Phoenix Mercury. Here are some of her career accolades: WNBA Career leader in points (10,646) Three-time WNBA champion (2007, 2009, 2014) 14-time All-WNBA selection Two-time Finals MVP (2009, 2014) WNBA MVP (2009) Rookie of the Year (2004) 11-time All-Star International Six-time Olympic gold medalist ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Joseph and Providence visit No. 21 Marquette
By Canadian Press on February 25th, 2025
Providence Friars (12-15, 6-10 Big East) at Marquette Golden Eagles (20-7, 11-5 Big East) Milwaukee; Tuesday, 7 p.m. EST BETMGM SPORTSBOOK LINE: Golden Eagles -12.5; over/under is 148 BOTTOM LINE: Providence visits No. 21 Marquette after Bensley Joseph scored 25 points in Providence’s 93-72 loss to the Georgetown Hoyas. The Golden Eagles have gone 13-2 ... Read More »
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