US cycling envious of Iran, Morocco heading to Rio Olympics (The Associated Press) When riders roll to the start line for the road cycling race on the first official day of the Rio Olympics, more will be wearing Iranian and Moroccan jerseys than those of Team USA. It's a thought that causes Jim Miller plenty of anguish. Miller is the vice president in charge of the elite teams for USA … [Read more...]
Germany focus on Poland for emotional Paris return at Euro 2016
Germany focus on Poland for emotional Paris return at Euro 2016 Paris (AFP) – Old rivalries and fresh memories face Germany when they return to the Stade de France in Paris to face familiar foes Poland in a crucial Euro 2016 clash just seven months after being caught up in last November’s terror attacks in Paris. Die Mannschaft were forced to spend a traumatic night in the dressing rooms at … [Read more...]
US aim to end ‘underdog’ tag in Copa quarters
US aim to end ‘underdog’ tag in Copa quarters Seattle (AFP) – United States manager Jurgen Klinsmann wants his team to shed their “underdog” mentality as they prepare for a Copa America Centenario quarter-final showdown with Ecuador on Thursday. Klinsmann’s side upset the form book by qualifying as winners of Group A, topping a pool that included World Cup quarter-finalists Colombia and Costa … [Read more...]
Mourning N.Ireland battle for Euro survival
Mourning N.Ireland battle for Euro survival Lyon (AFP) – Northern Ireland face Ukraine in Lyon on Thursday with both sides needing a win to keep their Euro 2016 knockout stage dreams alive while the Irish are mourning the death of a young fan. Irish fans plan a round of applause at the Stade de Lyon in the 24th-minute of the Group C clash to pay their respects to Darren Rodgers. The 24-year-old … [Read more...]
Ducks’ GM Murray: Carlyle brings accountability, knows how to win
Ducks' GM Murray: Carlyle brings accountability, knows how to win ANAHEIM -- By firing Bruce Boudreau and hiring Randy Carlyle, Anaheim Ducks general manager Bob Murray sent a message to players, fans, and media alike: the team must win now. "The team, this group, has a little window here; three years, maybe, whatever," said Bob Murray to reporters at Tuesday's press conference to announce … [Read more...]
UFC Fight Night 89 predictions: 'Ottawa' FOX Sports 2 'Prelims' undercard preview, Pt. 2 – MMAmania.com
UFC Fight Night 89 predictions: 'Ottawa' FOX Sports 2 'Prelims' undercard preview, Pt. 2 - MMAmania.com More fights are coming to Fight Pass, FOX Sports 2 and FOX Sports 1 this weekend (Sat., June 18, 2016) when UFC Fight Night 89: “MacDonald vs. Thompson” kicks off from TD Place Arena in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada. MMAmania.com's Patrick Stumberg continues the UFC Fight Night 89 … [Read more...]
America’s unsung dynasty: the women’s 8 of rowing (Yahoo Sports)
America's unsung dynasty: the women's 8 of rowing (Yahoo Sports) The saying ''don't change a winning team'' doesn't apply to the U.S. women's eight, the most successful boat in international rowing. The Americans have won 10 consecutive world and Olympic titles in the event, a winning streak that is unmatched in most sports but little known outside the rowing world. The U.S. has dominated … [Read more...]
Power Rankings: Kurt Busch (barely) maintains the top spot
Power Rankings: Kurt Busch (barely) maintains the top spot Welcome to Power Rankings. As always, Power Rankings are far from a scientific formula. In fact, it's the perfect blend of analytics and bias against your favorite driver. Direct all your complaints to us at [email protected] and we'll try to have some fun. 1. Kurt Busch (LW: 1): Busch did not have a top-10 car throughout … [Read more...]
Pete Rose says Cubs are good but ‘will find a way to screw it up’
Pete Rose says Cubs are good but 'will find a way to screw it up' Pete Rose beat up on the Chicago Cubs plenty during his memorable career with the Cincinnati Reds and all these years later he’s still finding ways to get under the skin of Cubs fans. Baseball’s disgraced all-time hits leader appeared on FOX Sports' "Outkick the Show" with Clay Travis and was asked about the Cubs, who went … [Read more...]
Social Hour: Baylor donors supporting Briles reportedly identified
Social Hour: Baylor donors supporting Briles reportedly identified Miss something that happened on Dr. Saturday’s social media presence? Well, we’ve got your roundup right here. Don’t let this happen again. Always be in the know by following Dr. Saturday on Twitter, Facebook and Tumblr. Multiple reports emerged Monday documenting a behind the scenes effort from several powerful Baylor alums … [Read more...]