PGA of America warns N. Carolina's HB2 law could cost state future events The PGA of America is bringing the PGA Championship to Charlotte, N.C., next August. However, the body warns that it may steer clear of the Tarheel State in the future if the state’s controversial House Bill 2 remains law. House Bill 2, also known as The Public Facilities Privacy & Security Act, was signed into law … [Read more...]
EU sues Austria for discriminating against foreign ski instructors (Reuters)
EU sues Austria for discriminating against foreign ski instructors (Reuters) The European Commission is taking Austria to the Court of Justice of the European Union for discriminating against foreign ski instructors. In the southern province of Tyrol, for example, foreign instructors were not allowed to accept clients who were already in Austria. The Commission also criticized the Styria … [Read more...]
Bruce resigns as Hull manager – sources
Bruce resigns as Hull manager - sources 12:43 PM GMT Peter O'Rourke Steve Bruce has resigned as Hull City manager, sources close to the manager have told ESPN FC. Bruce led the Tigers back into the Premier League last season with victory over Sheffield Wednesday in the Championship playoff final after relegation to the Championship in 2015, but his future has been the subject of speculation all … [Read more...]
Has the NHL killed creativity in hockey?
Has the NHL killed creativity in hockey? DENVER, CO – FEBRUARY 27: Detroit Red Wings center Brad Richards (17) celebrate his game winning goal with Detroit Red Wings center Luke Glendening (41) during the third period February 27, 2016 at Coors Field. The Detroit Red Wings defeated the Colorado Avalanche 5-3. (Photo By John Leyba/The Denver Post via Getty Images) Brad Richards had 932 points … [Read more...]
Froome defends yellow jersey in Tour de France Stage 19 (The Associated Press)
Froome defends yellow jersey in Tour de France Stage 19 (The Associated Press) SAINT-GERVAIS-LES-BAINS, France (AP) -- Tour de France leader Chris Froome remained cautious about his widely-expected victory as the peloton set out Friday for a nervy 146-kilometer (91-mile) ride that features four ascents in the Alps. … [Read more...]
FanDuel MLB: Picks and Pivots for July 22 – Fantasy CPR
FanDuel MLB: Picks and Pivots for July 22 - Fantasy CPR DraftKings MLB Bargain Bin July 21st Picks by Matt McGarvey DraftKings MLB Picks For July 22 by Mike Marteny Jul 19, 2016; Anaheim, CA, USA; Los Angeles Angels designated hitter Albert Pujols (5) looks on after hitting a three-run home run against the Texas Rangers during the fifth inning at Angel Stadium of Anaheim. Mandatory … [Read more...]
Hoosier Park drivers pick horses for Saturday – The Herald Bulletin
Hoosier Park drivers pick horses for Saturday - The Herald Bulletin ANDERSON — The top 10 drivers at Hoosier Park Thursday were afforded a rare opportunity in harness racing. Those drivers were able to select the horses they wanted to be behind for a series of five Saturday races that make up the 2016 All-Star Drivers Series. There was a draft held at HP's Homestretch Restuarant. The 10 drivers … [Read more...]
Oklahoma State forward dies after collapsing at a team workout
Oklahoma State forward dies after collapsing at a team workout Oklahoma State coach Brad Underwood and his program were rocked by tragedy Thursday (AP) The Oklahoma State basketball program has been rocked by tragedy. Tyrek Coger, a 21-year-old junior college transfer from Raleigh, N.C., collapsed following a team workout Thursday afternoon. Coger was immediately transported to Stillwater … [Read more...]
Kremlin: CAS ruling limits room for “legal manoeuvring” to defend Russian athletes (Reuters)
Kremlin: CAS ruling limits room for "legal manoeuvring" to defend Russian athletes (Reuters) The Kremlin said on Friday that Russia had limited time for "legal manoeuvring" to defend the rights of its athletes after a decision by the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) on Thursday. "Certainly, the court decision was unpleasant and bad news," Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov told a … [Read more...]
CAS ruling limits room for ‘legal maneuvering’ to defend Russian athletes: Kremlin (Reuters)
CAS ruling limits room for 'legal maneuvering' to defend Russian athletes: Kremlin (Reuters) The Kremlin said on Friday that Russia had limited time for "legal maneuvering" to defend the rights of its athletes after a decision by the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) on Thursday. "Certainly, the court decision was unpleasant and bad news," Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov told a … [Read more...]