Trezevant star Cordarrian Richardson chooses Clemson - Memphis Commercial Appeal By John Varlas of The Commercial Appeal 4:08 p.m. 2 Teli White says he’s rarely had a player with the ability of Cordarrian Richardson. Now, one of the best college teams in the nation will get to see his talents up close. Richardson — who led the Bears to the 2A state championship in December — has verbally … [Read more...]
Quick takeaways from Las Vegas
Quick takeaways from Las Vegas Throughout 2016 we may have way too many quick thoughts for our post-race posts. So consider our new Takeaways feature to be the home of our random and sometimes intelligent musings. Sometimes the post may have a theme. Sometimes it may just be a mess of unrelated thoughts. Make sure you tweet us your thoughts after the race or email your post-race rants via … [Read more...]
Indiana finishes undefeated at home and continues to build resume
Indiana finishes undefeated at home and continues to build resume Voters have begrudgingly moved No. 12 Indiana up in the polls over the past month because the Hoosiers have earned it. Some have taken longer to come around to giving the Hoosiers their due because Indiana just didn't have the strength of schedule on its side that others in the conference and around the nation did. But after … [Read more...]
Cycling-Britain back on top as Wiggins and Cavendish blaze to gold (Reuters)
Cycling-Britain back on top as Wiggins and Cavendish blaze to gold (Reuters) (Corrects name of Chinese rider in para 14) * Britain top medals with five golds * Set for strong Olympic challenge in Rio By Martyn Herman LONDON, March 6 (Reuters) - Bradley Wiggins and Mark Cavendish provided a rip-roaring climax to the world track cycling championships with a stunning Madison victory that … [Read more...]
Adam Scott wins at Doral for second PGA Tour win in as many weeks
Adam Scott wins at Doral for second PGA Tour win in as many weeks Adam Scott made it two-for-two on Sunday at Doral, but it didn't come easy. After five holes in the final round of the WGC-Cadillac Championship, the Aussie was 3 over par after making a second double bogey in three holes. He was six back of the lead and seemed destined to be an observer as the stacked leaderboard passed him. … [Read more...]
Franz Beckenbauer again pleads innocence in World Cup 2006 scandal
Franz Beckenbauer again pleads innocence in World Cup 2006 scandal German football legend Franz Beckenbauer on Sunday again insisted he is innocent in the 2006 World Cup scandal amidst allegations of corruption, pinning any potential blame on his now deceased lawyer. Beckenbauer, who captained and coached Germany to the 1974 and 1990 World Cup titles respectively, was head of the […] Photo … [Read more...]
Devils’ Cory Schneider out at least 2 weeks with MCL sprain
Devils' Cory Schneider out at least 2 weeks with MCL sprain The New Jersey Devils’ playoff hopes are fading, and their 6-1 loss to the Pittsburgh Penguins on Sunday didn’t help. [Join a Yahoo Daily Fantasy Hockey contest today] After that drubbing, head coach John Hynes revealed that goaltender Cory Schneider will miss at least the next two weeks with a Grade 1 MCL sprain in his right knee, … [Read more...]
Warriors, Lakers seem to reverse roles for a day
Warriors, Lakers seem to reverse roles for a day 8:19 PM ET ESPN Stats & Information print What the heck happened to the Golden State Warriors against the Los Angeles Lakers on Sunday? Let’s try to explain it. Splash Brothers bottled up Stephen Curry and Klay Thompson were a combined 13-of-40 from the field and 1-of-18 from 3-point range. It was the worst 3-point shooting game … [Read more...]
Foot note: Lakers win with Kobe-themed socks
Foot note: Lakers win with Kobe-themed socks 5:04 PM ET print LOS ANGELES -- The Lakers wore Kobe Bryant-themed socks in Sunday's game against the Golden State Warriors, marking the first time that an NBA team has ever worn a piece of equipment to honor a current player. The socks were produced by Stance, the NBA's official on-court sock provider, and were inspired and approved by … [Read more...]
Should the Mets be tinkering with Yoenis Cespedes’ approach?
Should the Mets be tinkering with Yoenis Cespedes' approach? When the New York Mets acquired Yoenis Cespedes from the Detroit Tigers last July 31, they did so hoping he would raise their lagging offense to a competitive level. We'd say that mission was accomplished successfully. [2016 Yahoo Fantasy Baseball is open for business. Sign up now] The results had to be better than even general … [Read more...]