50 Most Memorable Super Bowl Moments, No. 6: Kevin Dyson, Titans a yard short As the NFL approaches its highly anticipated golden anniversary Super Bowl, Yahoo Sports takes a look back at some of the most memorable moments in the game's history. In our rankings, the moments go beyond the great scores and plays. We also take a look at entertainment performances, scandals/controversies and … [Read more...]
Connecticut Whale head coach resigns, circumstances unknown (Report)
Connecticut Whale head coach resigns, circumstances unknown (Report) The Connecticut Whale are in first place in the NWHL despite seeking their third general manager in the first season of the league/team and now are looking for a new head coach. As first reported by Kate Cimini of Today's Slapshot, Jake Mastel, head coach of the Whale, has resigned from his position. Puck Daddy has … [Read more...]
The Daily Dose: Dose: Ryno Time for Pelicans
The Daily Dose: Dose: Ryno Time for Pelicans Paul Millsap went down with an ankle injury, Otto Porter left with a hip injury, Kristaps Porzingis was a late scratch, and studs like Rudy Gay, Lou Williams and Carmelo Anthony didn’t play due to injury and illness. There were only six games, but plenty of headlines, as Ryan Anderson went nuts and Myles Turner has a new gig. Follow me on Twitter by … [Read more...]
Michael Phelps appears in Arizona State’s Curtain of Distraction
Michael Phelps appears in Arizona State's Curtain of Distraction One of college basketball's most creative traditions had some extra star power Thursday night. Eighteen-time Olympic gold medalist Michael Phelps made an appearance in Arizona State's famed Curtain of Distraction during the Sun Devils' 86-68 victory over visiting Oregon State. With 13:47 to go in the second half and Oregon … [Read more...]
Raptors top Knicks, set franchise record with 10th straight win
Raptors top Knicks, set franchise record with 10th straight win Heading into Thursday night's NBA slate, five NBA franchises had yet to post a winning streak longer than nine games within a single season. By evening's end, that number was down to four. [Follow Dunks Don't Lie on Tumblr: The best slams from all of basketball] Behind 26 points apiece from All-Star starter Kyle Lowry and … [Read more...]
Kevin Egan interview; World Soccer Talk Radio (1.28.16)
Kevin Egan interview; World Soccer Talk Radio (1.28.16) The latest episode of World Soccer Talk Radio features an interview with beIN SPORTS soccer analyst Kevin Egan. During the interview, Kevin chats about Liverpool’s chances in the Capital One Cup Final against Manchester City, what it’s like working alongside Gary Bailey for coverage of the League Cup, whether Chicago […] The latest … [Read more...]
Former USC athlete charged in international drug and gambling ring
Former USC athlete charged in international drug and gambling ring Former University of Southern California athlete Owen Hanson was charged as the head of an international narcotics trafficking and gambling ring by a federal grand jury in California. Hanson was a walk-on football player and men’s volleyball player for the Trojans in the early-2000s. He was one of 22 people charged in the … [Read more...]
Socialized wins turf feature at Santa Anita (The Associated Press)
Socialized wins turf feature at Santa Anita (The Associated Press) ARCADIA, Calif. (AP) -- Socialized defeated nine rivals to win the $56,000 feature by a half-length Thursday at Santa Anita. … [Read more...]
Green, Thompson give Warriors trio of All-Stars
Green, Thompson give Warriors trio of All-Stars 9:38 PM ET ESPN.com news services print Draymond Green and Klay Thompson will be joining reigning MVP Stephen Curry to give the Golden State Warriors a trio of All-Stars for next month's midseason NBA showcase in Toronto. The coaches' choices for the reserves were announced Thursday on TNT, a week after the starters as voted on by fans … [Read more...]
Behold, the Velveeta Cheese Fountain at NHL All-Star Game (Photos)
Behold, the Velveeta Cheese Fountain at NHL All-Star Game (Photos) NASHVILLE – There’s a lot of curiosity surrounding the 2016 NHL All-Star Game in Nashville, from the new 3-on-3 tournament format to the selection of noted enforcer John Scott as captain. But none of it matches the hype surrounding a giant cheese fountain. Every since it was announced that Velveeta was going to bring it to … [Read more...]