American Pharoah headed to Haskell for next race (The Associated Press) American Pharoah is headed to the Jersey Shore. As expected, racing's first Triple Crown winner in 37 years will make his next start in the $1 million Haskell Invitational on Aug. 2 at Monmouth Park. Owner Ahmed Zayat said on Thursday the decision to run in the 1 1/8-mile Haskell was based on several factors, the most … [Read more...]
Africans ready to embellish Tour landscape (Reuters)
Africans ready to embellish Tour landscape (Reuters) By Martyn Herman UTRECHT, Netherlands (Reuters) - When five African cyclists stood on a podium in Amsterdam's Rijksmuseum in front of Rembrandt's masterpiece The Night Watch this week Douglas Ryder probably pinched himself. On Saturday, 50km down the road in Utrecht, nine men kitted out in the distinctive black and white striped jerseys … [Read more...]
Petr Cech is just one piece of the title jigsaw puzzle that Arsenal must assemble
Petr Cech is just one piece of the title jigsaw puzzle that Arsenal must assemble For so long, Arsene Wenger has been after a successor to David Seaman. After years of searching, Arsenal have finally signed themselves a world-class goalkeeper. Petr Cech’s arrival from Chelsea for around £11 million is a great coup for the … Continue reading → For so long, Arsene Wenger has been after a … [Read more...]
T.J. Oshie trade gives 5-year-old girl a meltdown (Video)
T.J. Oshie trade gives 5-year-old girl a meltdown (Video) T.J. Oshie was traded by the St. Louis Blues on Thursday to the Washington Capitals. Whenever a fan favorite is sent packed, emotions will run high, and Oshie was certainly a favorite of Blues fans. Especially young ones, because he had really big eyes like an Anime character. Like, for example, this five-year-old girl, who hid in a … [Read more...]
Jeanie Buss: Jim will resign if rebuild plan fails
Jeanie Buss: Jim will resign if rebuild plan fails 0 Shares Print Los Angeles Lakers team president Jeanie Buss has said before that the team is rebuilding under a deadline. Specifically, she has said, the Lakers need to make a deep run in the playoffs within three years or else her brother, Jim, will step down from his post as the team's president of basketball operations. When asked … [Read more...]
Elite 11 2015: Power Ranking This Year's Finalists – Bleacher Report
Elite 11 2015: Power Ranking This Year's Finalists - Bleacher Report Credit: 247SportsLSU commit Feleipe Franks is among 18 quarterbacks set to compete. Heralded high school quarterbacks from across America make their way to Beaverton, Oregon, on July 6 for Elite 11 finals, commencing a weeklong competition at Nike's world headquarters. Days of individualized drills are followed by … [Read more...]
No felony charges for P. Diddy after UCLA kettlebell incident
No felony charges for P. Diddy after UCLA kettlebell incident P. Diddy isn't staring at felony charges after his incident with UCLA coaches. Los Angeles County prosecutors will not charge the rapper with a felony after his arrest on June 22. Diddy was arrested by UCLA police after he allegedly confronted UCLA strength coach Sal Alosi and threatened a member of UCLA's staff with a kettlebell. … [Read more...]
American Pharoah to race at Monmouth Park in Haskell (The Associated Press)
American Pharoah to race at Monmouth Park in Haskell (The Associated Press) American Pharoah is headed to the Jersey Shore. As expected, racing's first Triple Crown winner in 37 years will make his next start in the $1 million Haskell Invitational on Aug. 2 at Monmouth Park. Owner Ahmed Zayat said on Thursday the decision to run in the 1 1/8-mile Haskell was based on several factors, the … [Read more...]
Contador has yellow on his mind as he eyes 3rd Tour title (The Associated Press)
Contador has yellow on his mind as he eyes 3rd Tour title (The Associated Press) Tour de France contender Alberto Contador's serious-looking face cracked into a beaming smile during a lighthearted moment at his pre-race news conference on Thursday, when he was joined by an unexpected guest. Yellow will be all Contador has on his mind from this Saturday onward as he tries to win back the … [Read more...]
First-hand account of US Open Cup derby between New York Red Bulls and New York Cosmos
First-hand account of US Open Cup derby between New York Red Bulls and New York Cosmos It’s the magic of the cup. A second division side drawn to play away from home against their local rivals, a “proper cup tie” some might call it. It’s David against Goliath, a potential giant killing, a banana skin, as … Continue reading → It’s the magic of the cup. A second division side drawn to play … [Read more...]