Mauricio Pochettino hopeful Tottenham can boost Premier League fortunes in Europe Mauricio Pochettino is looking to continue the Premier League's European fightback as the Tottenham head coach believes it is important to "fix" the reputation of English clubs. There has been a worrying trend of continental struggles in recent years and this season appears to be no different. West Ham and […] … [Read more...]
Congress looks to end ‘pay for patriotism’ at American stadiums
Congress looks to end 'pay for patriotism' at American stadiums New legislation now before Congress would block so-called "pay for patriotism" at sporting events, where the U.S. government paid teams to hold flag-waving on-field "hometown heroes" ceremonies. As noted by NJ Advance Media, the National Defense Authorization Act, which sets the defense budget for the next 12 months, would … [Read more...]
Slugger Lucas Matthysse’s boxing skill could be key to his title shot (Yahoo Sports)
Slugger Lucas Matthysse’s boxing skill could be key to his title shot (Yahoo Sports) One of boxing's hardest hitters faces a tall challenge in Viktor Postol for the WBC super lightweight title. … [Read more...]
US Ski Team targets Vermont resort for World Cup stop in ’16 (The Associated Press)
US Ski Team targets Vermont resort for World Cup stop in '16 (The Associated Press) PARK CITY, Utah (AP) -- The U.S. Ski and Snowboard Association will submit a proposal for Killington, Vermont, to host a women's World Cup giant slalom and slalom race next season. … [Read more...]
O’Reilly case adjourned again; Levin’s hockey journey; NHL 16 predicts Ducks as champs (Puck Headlines)
O'Reilly case adjourned again; Levin's hockey journey; NHL 16 predicts Ducks as champs (Puck Headlines) Here are your Puck Headlines: A glorious collection of news and views collected from the greatest blogosphere in sports and the few, the proud, the mainstream hockey media. Have a link you want to submit? Email us at [email protected]. • Via Swiss Habs, Connor McDavid is your SI … [Read more...]
Dunk History: Some of our friends’ favorite dunks, Vol. 2
Dunk History: Some of our friends' favorite dunks, Vol. 2 As the summer wears on fall descends!, with training camps and preseason play still off in (what feels like) the distant future IMMINENT!, we turn our attention to the past. Join us as we while away a few late-summer moments recalling some of the most scintillating slams of yesteryear, the most thunderous throwdowns ever to sear … [Read more...]
Dad makes Bryce Harper pancake for kids and clean water charity
Dad makes Bryce Harper pancake for kids and clean water charity Brady Phelps is proof that none of us really knows how we might be able to impact the world around us until we give it a try. Somewhere along the way Phelps turned the relatively simple skill of making pancakes for his kids, 5 and 3, into an art form by designing that day's breakfast to look like a famous person or something … [Read more...]
Indiana DT Darius Latham suspended indefinitely
Indiana DT Darius Latham suspended indefinitely Indiana will be without one of its top defensive players for the foreseeable future. IU announced earlier this week that junior defensive tackle Darius Latham has been suspended indefinitely. According to the Indianapolis Star, the school said in a release that Latham cannot play “pending the resolution of a proceeding with Indiana University … [Read more...]
NFL draft: Should LSU’s Leonard Fournette sit out the 2016 season?
NFL draft: Should LSU's Leonard Fournette sit out the 2016 season? LaVar Arrington compares Leonard Fournette to Bo Jackson. Herschel Walker says Fournette better than he was. Adrian Peterson can’t think of anyone better other than himself. Fournette is arguably the best running back in college football right now and the Heisman Trophy favorite, and yet the way NFL rules are set up he’ll … [Read more...]
Warriors coach Kerr to take leave of absence
Warriors coach Kerr to take leave of absence ESPN.com news services 0 Shares Print OAKLAND, Calif. -- Golden State Warriors coach Steve Kerr will take a leave of absence as he recovers from back surgery and will be replaced on an interim basis by Luke Walton. The Warriors announced Thursday that Kerr will need time off for rehabilitation and recovery. Kerr underwent back surgery to … [Read more...]