National Sports
Domestic violence, theft charges dropped for former USF football coach Jim Leavitt
By Canadian Press on September 11th, 2025
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (AP) — Domestic violence and theft charges have been dropped for former University of South Florida football coach Jim Leavitt, according to court documents. Leavitt, 68, was arrested last month after what police called an argument with an ex-girlfriend at a St. Petersburg apartment complex. He was charged with felony grand theft, ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Back from injury, Canada forward Sophie de Goede making her mark at Rugby World Cup
By Canadian Press on September 11th, 2025
After being sidelined 13 months with a knee injury, Canada’s Sophie de Goede is making her mark at the Rugby World Cup in England. The 26-year-old forward from Victoria led the tournament with 53 carries during the pool stage — the only player to crack 50. She also ranked first in offloads completed with 10 ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Banged up 49ers seeking a second straight road win against the rebuilding Saints
By Canadian Press on September 11th, 2025
San Francisco (1-0) at New Orleans (0-1) Sunday, 1 p.m., Fox BetMGM NFL Odds: 49ers by 4 1/2 Against the spread: 49ers 1-0; Saints 0-1 Series record: 49ers lead 50-27-2 Last week: 49ers beat Seahawks 17-13; Saints lost to Cardinals 20-13. Last meeting: 49ers beat Saints 13-0 at San Francisco on Nov. 27, 2022. 49ers ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!LISTEN: NFL MVP Josh Allen talks comeback, leadership and marriage
By Canadian Press on September 11th, 2025
Various NFL Players: Hey, this is Russell Wilson. This is Joe Montana. This is Dak Prescott. Hey, this is Jason Kelce, and you’re listening to Rob Maaddi. Rob Maaddi. Rob Maaddi. Rob Maaddi. Rob Maaddi, AP NFL Writer: Welcome to the all-new On Football with me, AP NFL writer Rob Maaddi. The NFL’s Week 1 ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Litton Das leads Bangladesh to 7-wicket win over Hong Kong in Asia Cup
By Canadian Press on September 11th, 2025
ABU DHABI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — A 33-ball half-century from Bangladesh captain Litton Das handed Hong Kong its second straight loss in the Asia Cup on Thursday. Litton exhibited wide range of shots to score 59 as Bangladesh cruised to 144-3 for a seven-wicket victory in its opening Group B game. Hong Kong, which ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Nick Suzuki impressed by Montreal’s off-season acquisitions: ‘They fit right in’
By Canadian Press on September 11th, 2025
Nick Suzuki has always been interested in hockey’s business side. The trades, signings and draft picks teams hope will one day lead to a June parade fascinate the Montreal Canadiens captain. Suzuki was impressed by the moves made by the Original Six franchise’s front office this summer. Montreal acquired Noah Dobson from the New York ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Steelers look to build off a promising Week 1 win when they host Seattle in their home opener
By Canadian Press on September 11th, 2025
Seattle (0-1) at Pittsburgh (1-0) Sunday, 1 p.m. EDT, FOX. BetMGM NFL odds: Steelers by 3. Series record: Steelers lead 11-10. Last meeting: Steelers beat Seahawks 30-23 on Dec. 31, 2023, in Seattle. Last week: Seahawks lost to 49ers 17-13; Steelers beat Jets 34-32 Seahawks offense: overall (29), rush (20), pass (25), scoring (24). Seahawks ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!49ers’ Brock Purdy ‘week to week’ with toe injury; Mac Jones likely to start Sunday
By Canadian Press on September 11th, 2025
SANTA CLARA, Calif. (AP) — San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy is “week to week” with a toe injury and Mac Jones is expected to start on Sunday against the New Orleans Saints. General manager John Lynch told the team’s flagship radio station KNBR on Thursday that the team reached the diagnosis after consulting with ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Dolphins host Patriots with both teams coming off lackluster Week 1 performances
By Canadian Press on September 11th, 2025
New England (0-1) at Miami (0-1) Sunday 1 p.m. EDT, CBS BetMGM NFL Odds: Dolphins by 1 1/2 Against the spread: Patriots 0-1; Dolphins 0-1 Series record: Dolphins lead 63-53 Last meeting: Dolphins beat Patriots 34-15 in Miami Gardens on Nov. 24, 2024. Last week: Patriots lost to Last Vegas 20-13 at home; Dolphins lost ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Venezuela and Peru fire their coaches after failing to qualify for 2026 World Cup
By Canadian Press on September 11th, 2025
CARACAS, Venezuela (AP) — Venezuela has fired coach Fernando Batista after the men’s national team failed — again — to qualify for the World Cup. Venezuela, the only South American team to have never competed in a World Cup, arrived at the last round of qualifiers needing a win over Colombia to secure the seventh ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Survey shows swimming is the most popular physical activity among Canadian children
By Canadian Press on September 11th, 2025
Swimming is the most popular organized sport or physical activity among Canadian children, according to a new survey. The Sports360 study was conducted by The Strategic Counsel and the field window was March and April 2025. It found that 73 per cent of Canadian youth between the ages of three and 17 are participating in ... Read More »
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