National Sports
Bailey’s 3 TDs, Shirley’s pick-6 helps NC State rally past Wake Forest 34-24 for 3-0 start
By Canadian Press on September 11th, 2025
WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. (AP) — CJ Bailey connected with Keenan Jackson for the 12-yard go-ahead touchdown early in the fourth quarter to help N.C. State beat Wake Forest 34-24 on Thursday night. Bailey threw three TD passes for the Wolfpack (3-0, 1-0 Atlantic Coast Conference), two going to Justin Joly as N.C. State rallied from a ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!All Blacks and Springboks set for a Wellington test that could be pivotal in the Rugby Championship
By Canadian Press on September 11th, 2025
WELLINGTON, New Zealand (AP) — The second test between New Zealand and South Africa on Saturday may play a major part in deciding the outcome of this year’s Rugby Championship. After losing to the All Blacks 24-17 last weekend, the Springboks are one win behind New Zealand and Australia in the standings. If New Zealand ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Aaron Judge ties Joe DiMaggio in Yankees’ 9-3 win over Tigers
By Canadian Press on September 11th, 2025
NEW YORK (AP) — Aaron Judge hit two home runs to tie Hall of Fame outfielder Joe DiMaggio for fourth place in Yankees history as New York beat the Detroit Tigers 9-3 on Thursday night to avert a three-game sweep. On the 24th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks, President Donald Trump attended the game and ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!WNBA playoff matchups decided on last day of the regular season
By Canadian Press on September 11th, 2025
NEW YORK (AP) — The WNBA playoff matchups are coming into form as the regular season came to an end Thursday night. Heading into the last day of games, all eight playoffs teams were known, but three of the four opening round matchups were still up in the air. Now there’s a clearer picture. Minnesota, ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Paige Bueckers scores 24 and the Wings end their season with a 97-76 victory over the Mercury
By Canadian Press on September 11th, 2025
ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) — Paige Bueckers had 24 points, Amy Okonkwo and Aziaha James each added 20 points off the bench and the Dallas Wings ended their season with a 97-76 victory over the Phoenix Mercury on Thursday night. Phoenix (27-17), which has lost three in a row, had already clinched the No. 4 seed ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Judge homers twice to tie DiMaggio on Yankees list in 9-3 win over Tigers
By Canadian Press on September 11th, 2025
NEW YORK (AP) — Aaron Judge hit two home runs to tie Hall of Fame outfielder Joe DiMaggio for fourth place in Yankees history as New York beat the Detroit Tigers 9-3 on Thursday night to avert a three-game sweep. On the 24th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks, President Donald Trump attended the game and ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Breanna Stewart scores 24 points and Liberty beat Sky 91-86 to finish season
By Canadian Press on September 11th, 2025
CHICAGO (AP) — Breanna Stewart scored 24 points, Rebekah Gardner had 15 and Emma Messemann added 14 as the New York Liberty beat the Chicago Sky 91-86 on Thursday night. The Liberty (27-17) start the postseason on the road against the No. 4 seed Phoenix Mercury on Sunday. New York is the fifth seed after ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Malfunctioning meat smoker in food truck fills air with smoke briefly in NC State-Wake Forest game
By Canadian Press on September 11th, 2025
WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. (AP) — There was a smoky first quarter at the N.C. State-Wake Forest game Thursday night due to a food truck malfunction. Smoke filled the air for several minutes amid that opening quarter of the matchup between instate Atlantic Coast Conference programs, coming from a barbecue truck for fans at Allegacy Stadium. The ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Lynx beat the Valkyries 72-53 to set a franchise record with 34 regular-season wins
By Canadian Press on September 11th, 2025
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Natisha Hiedeman scored 21 points, Napheesa Collier had 19 and the Minnesota Lynx beat the Golden State Valkyries 72-53 on Thursday night to set a franchise record with 34 wins. Minnesota (34-10) had already cliched home-court advantage in the playoffs, locking up the No. 1 seed with a win over Connecticut last ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Wallabies’ resurgence fuels high expectations ahead of sold-out test against Argentina
By Canadian Press on September 11th, 2025
Harry Wilson’s Wallabies are in an unfamiliar position in the Rugby Championship, reveling in a vibe that seems very different from recent seasons. After regaining the faith of Australian supporters, they’ll enter Saturday’s test against Argentina with local fans not only hoping but expecting them to win. The 42,500-seat Sydney Football Stadium was quickly sold ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!C.J. Kayfus’ homer in 8th inning propels Guardians to 3-2 victory over Royals
By Canadian Press on September 11th, 2025
CLEVELAND (AP) — Rookie C.J. Kayfus hit a two-run homer in the eighth inning as the Cleveland Guardians rallied for a 3-2 victory over the Kansas City Royals on Thursday night. Cleveland (75-71) has won six of seven and took three of four in the series against its AL Central rival as it tries to ... Read More »
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