Boxing: U.S. coach angered by judging after Mayer defeat (Reuters) By Alan Baldwin RIO DE JANEIRO (Reuters) - U.S. coach Billy Walsh questioned the judging after his lightweight Mikaela Mayer lost her quarter-final on points to Russian Anastasia Beliakova at the Rio Games on Monday. Mayer, one of two U.S. women in the Rio boxing tournament with the other being reigning middleweight … [Read more...]
10 things we learned from MLS gameweek 23 of the 2016 season
10 things we learned from MLS gameweek 23 of the 2016 season Here are the ten things we learned from Week 23 of the 2016 MLS season. History for Bradley Wright-Phillips The New York Red Bulls were back in the winner’s circle on Saturday night at Red Bull Arena, pasting the Montreal Impact by three goals to one. The Red Bulls were led, once again, by the goals of Bradley Wright-Phillips. The … [Read more...]
James Harden confronts Drew League heckler who called him a flopper
James Harden confronts Drew League heckler who called him a flopper James Harden addresses his adoring fans as he leaves the court. (Stacy Revere/Getty Images) James Harden has become one of the NBA’s most difficult-to-stop scorers in recent years thanks in part to his peerless ability to create contact. The Houston Rockets All-Star has led the NBA in free-throw attempts in three of the past … [Read more...]
Grizzlies guard proclaims love of 'Phineas and Ferb' with leg tattoo
Grizzlies guard proclaims love of 'Phineas and Ferb' with leg tattoo From left: Perry the Platypus, Phineas, actress Doris Roberts and Ferb. Not pictured, sadly: Memphis Grizzlies guard Tony Wroten. (Jason Merritt/Getty Images) Move over, Kevin Durant and 2Pac: there’s a new amazing NBA leg tattoo to celebrate. Behold the get-away stick of once-and-future Memphis Grizzlies guard Tony … [Read more...]
Alex Rodriguez planning to sit out the rest of the season
Alex Rodriguez planning to sit out the rest of the season At 1 p.m. ET on Monday, one of the greatest baseball players of all-time became a free-agent. When the clock struck 1 p.m., Alex Rodriguez officially became former New York Yankees designated hitter Alex Rodriguez. He was free to sign with any club. There were obstacles, of course. Rodriguez is 41 years old, and has hit just … [Read more...]
This is the best Usain Bolt picture that's ever been taken
This is the best Usain Bolt picture that's ever been taken Medal count | Olympic schedule | Olympic news Ali standing over Liston. Jordan taking off from the free throw line. Pete Rose diving into third. And now Usain Bolt caught in his natural state, grinning back at the competition he so easily bested during Sunday’s 100-meter semifinal at the Olympics down in Rio. When all future … [Read more...]
Trae Young planning fall commitment; Kentucky Wildcats still in lead – A Sea of Blue
Trae Young planning fall commitment; Kentucky Wildcats still in lead - A Sea of Blue Joshua S. Kelly-USA TODAY Sports Trae Young revealed a significant bit of news regarding when he may commit. It looks like Trae Young will not wait until the spring to make his decision. In a recent interview with the Oklahoman, Young revealed that he's planning a December commitment, though did make sure to … [Read more...]
Seattle Seahawks vs. Minnesota Vikings – 8/18/16 NFL Pick, Odds, and Prediction – Sports Chat Place
Seattle Seahawks vs. Minnesota Vikings - 8/18/16 NFL Pick, Odds, and Prediction - Sports Chat Place Minnesota Vikings (11-6) at Seattle Seahawks (11-7) (2015 Records) NFL Football: Thursday, August 18, 2016 at 10:00 pm (CenturyLink Field) The Line: Seattle Seahawks -3.5 -- Over/Under: 38.5 See the Latest Odds TV: NFL Network The Seattle Seahawks and the Minnesota Viking face off on Thursday in … [Read more...]
Iowa State lineman Jake Campos out 'indefinitely'
Iowa State lineman Jake Campos out 'indefinitely' Iowa State QB Joel Lanning (7) celebrates with wide receiver Quenton Bundrage, center, and offensive lineman Jake Campos (67). (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel) Iowa State’s most experienced offensive lineman is out indefinitely. Cyclones coach Matt Campbell announced Monday that tackle Jake Campos injured his leg Sunday. The program did not … [Read more...]
Russia’s Klishina wins appeal, can compete at Rio Olympics (Yahoo Sports)
Russia's Klishina wins appeal, can compete at Rio Olympics (Yahoo Sports) The lone Russian track and field athlete at the Olympics has won her appeal to compete at the Rio de Janeiro Games. The Court of Arbitration for Sport ruled early Monday that Darya Klishina is eligible to take part in Tuesday's long jump qualifying because she has been based outside of Russia for the last three years … [Read more...]