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Jim Boeheim issues first public apology since auto accident | College Basketball Sound

February 24, 2019

Legendary Syracuse men's basketball coach Jim Boeheim hit and killed a man with his auto on Interstate 690 late Wednesday night. "This is forever for me", an emotional Boeheim said after making his first public appearance, coaching in the Orange's 75-65 loss to top-ranked Duke , since the tragic Wednesday night incident.

Pakistan Should Be Banned From All Sporting Activities, Says Vinod Rai

February 24, 2019

The issue of whether India should play with Pakistan is being raised after the February 14 Pulwama terror attack in which 40 CRPF personnel were killed. Akhtar had said, "They have a right to pull out". They know exactly what is happening and they will take a call. The updates came after the BCCI had mulled the option of calling for a complete ban on Pakistan from the upcoming World Cup , via a draft letter prepared on Wednesday.

Klopp: We didn’t miss Van Dijk much

February 24, 2019

The Netherlands global was signed from Southampton for £75million in December 2017 and has started every Premier League match this season, with Jurgen Klopp's side level on points with Manchester City at the top of the table. I think Phil Jones did well in the recent games he played, Chris Smalling is a good defender, [Eric] Bailly as well. "I went to the Juventus v Real Madrid Champions League final in Cardiff in [June] 2017 and a lot of Liverpool fans came to me and said I had to ...

Tiger Woods explains plan to catch Johnson and McIlroy at WGC-Mexico

February 24, 2019

Rory McIlroy will start Sunday four off the lead held by Dustin Johnson at the WGC-Mexico Championship. But his lead, up to as many as five, dwindled to two when he was in the trees on the way to a double-bogey at the 10th. "So, yeah, he's going to be very tough to beat". "I probably didn't hit it as well as the first couple of days but I hung in there". Woods had played 22,640 holes on the PGA Tour when he approached the 15th, where everything looked in order as he coaxed a birdie putt ...

United hope to spoil Liverpool title chances, boost top-four hopes

February 24, 2019

So the Liverpool boss needs to take a leaf out of Thomas Tuchel's book and seek to get the duo in behind when United push forward. Liverpool will be wary of the threat Paul Pogba poses having been one of the shining lights since Solskjaer took the reins at Manchester United .

Ole Miss Players Kneel During Anthem to Protest Confederate Rally

February 24, 2019

Ole Miss junior guard Breein Tyree , one of the players who took a knee before the game, talked about about the decision after the Rebels' 72-71 victory vs. "We respect our players decision to do that". Davis and Bjork said they weren't aware of the players' intentions before the game, but both men strongly supported the players.

Davis will see reduced playing time with Pelicans

February 23, 2019

Parsons played in the first three games of the season, but has not seen action since October 22, when he played just six minutes and did not score against the Utah Jazz. Davis, who is represented by the same agent as James, has requested a trade. Ferry, who replaced fired executive Dell Demps during the mid-season break, said the Pelicans want to give more playing time to their younger players in the second half of the season.

Pochettino Rages At Mike Dean After Spurs Slip Against Burnley

February 23, 2019

But speaking at his postmatch news conference, he said: "When you feel so disappointed and upset, maybe you sometimes make some mistakes". "We made mistakes on the pitch and I made a mistake to talk to referee now". "We've got to continue in that vein". "It would be nice to think that I could play for Burnley [again] one day". " Tottenham are a fine side and we had to find a way to deal with them, but I felt we did that all over the pitch and it was a great team display".

Sri Lankan star unloads on critics after South Africa win

February 23, 2019

Despite the absence of injured left-arm spinner Lasith Embuldeniya , South Africa were bowled out for 138, leaving Sri Lanka with a target which Fernando and Mendis made to appear easy. "This victory is dedicated to the Sri Lanka fans who have continued to support us because they were always behind us when we were losing", said Sri Lanka captain Dimuth Karunaratne .

Scotland wreaks Havoc on Oman, bundle them out for 24

February 23, 2019

Six of the Oman batsmen scored ducks. Before they could reach a double-digit score, four of Oman's batters were back in the pavilion. In the qualifiers, they defeated Ireland by two wickets to set off wild jubilations in the camp. The Colts Cricket Club chasing down the target of 20 against the Saracens Sports Club in 2.2 overs during the 50-over fixture in 2012. "More importantly, the guys have got some valuable cricket in their legs especially in the T20 format, which is going to be so ...

Virat Kohli to teammates: Don't pick up bad habits in IPL

February 23, 2019

It is all to do with the Pulwama attack and India's fixture against Pakistan in the upcoming World Cup . But in the second part of his statement, the legendary batsmen said India comes first and he'd support any decision made by the country.

Tensions soar between nuclear-armed rivals Pakistan and India

February 23, 2019

India and Pakistan have fought two wars since independence in 1947 over Kashmir, which both the countries claim entirely . "We would like to see it stop", the United States president asserted, in a response to a question at the Oval office.

Tiger to skip Honda Classic, return for Bay Hill and Players

February 23, 2019

Woods will then chase a third triumph at the PGA Tour's flagship Players Championship event, which is widely regarded as the unofficial fifth major, when he tees it up at TPC Sawgrass in Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida from March 14-17. Then another event that I've won a couple times [The Players Championship]. While Honda has survived nicely without Woods, increasing attendance each of the past three years - two of those without Woods in the field - Woods' inclusion last year clearly was a ...

Karl-Anthony Towns uncertain to play vs. Knicks after vehicle crash

February 23, 2019

Coach Ryan Saunders said Friday that Towns would miss the National Basketball Association team's game against the New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden. He has played in 303 consecutive regular-season games. Towns, 23, has not missed a game in his four National Basketball Association seasons, starting 303 consecutive contests for Minnesota.

Steve Stricker named Ryder Cup 2020 Captain

February 23, 2019

Europe, which has appointed Padraig Harrington as its captain for the 2020 matches, has won seven of the last nine, including a 17½-10½ victory outside Paris previous year. Emotional at all 12 of his PGA Tour victories, Stricker fought back tears immediately when he started speaking. "I'm very passionate about this competition.

BCCI can be banned if India boycott World Cup match against Pakistan

February 23, 2019

Two shooters were denied entry for a World Cup event in New Delhi . The denial of visas followed the February 14 Pulwama terror attack that led to the martyrdom of 40 Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) troopers. "The two Pakistani athletes were due to compete in the men's 25m rapid fire pistol event, starting on Saturday, in which two quota places are available for the Games".

Ricciardo encouraged by Renault performance

February 22, 2019

Hulkenberg, entering his third season with Renault, had the first stint in the vehicle on day one and completed 65 laps with a best time of 1:20.980. The first full day of pre-season testing gets underway on Monday, with all ten teams due to take part.

Harden says referee is "rude and arrogant"

February 22, 2019

Even though the Houston Rockets lost their first game after the All-Star break to the Los Angeles Lakers , despite holding a 19-point third quarter lead, most of the questions asked after the game were about the ongoing issues the team has with National Basketball Association referee Scott Foster .

Kentucky's Reid Travis ruled out vs. Missouri with sprained knee

February 22, 2019

Washington has scored in double figures in 10 straight to become the first Kentucky player to achieve the feat since Shai Gilgeous-Alexander had 10 in a row from February 20 to March 22, 2018. Admiral Schofield and Lamonte' Turner scored 11 points each for Tennessee. The Tigers responded to that dismal first half by crashing the glass, outrebounding the Wildcats 19-8 in the second half and 34-28 overall, including 16 offensive rebounds, and made 7-of-18 second-half threes after shooting ...

Packers miss out on compensatory draft picks for first time since 2009

February 22, 2019

The club is tied with Green Bay for the second-most compensatory picks (42) since 1994. The Colts were rewarded this compensatory pick based on the free-agent loss of wide receiver Donte Moncrief last offseason, who signed with the Jacksonville Jaguars on a reported one-year, $9.6 million contract.

Dodgers legend Don Newcombe passes away at age of 92

February 22, 2019

Figures as prominent as President Barack Obama recognized the way that his contributions superseded baseball. INSKEEP: Columnist Bill Plaschke says that attitude is what he'll remember about Newcombe. His greatest year was 1956 when he went 27-7 and won both the Cy Young Award, then only given to one pitcher for both leagues, and the National League MVP award.

Taiwan's Hsieh stuns Kerber to reach Dubai quarters

February 22, 2019

It is the second time in a week that Halep has knocked out Tsurenko and she feels at the top of her game heading into a last-eight meeting with Bencic - who saved six match points before beating Aryna Sabalenka 6-4 2-6 7-6 (9-7). Australian Open runner-up Kvitova was two points away from losing the opening set in the ninth game when she responded in style by clinching 14 of the next 16 points.

Colin Kaepernick's lawyer suggests he could be on a team soon

February 22, 2019

Dolphins receivers Kenny Stills and Albert Wilson were also among a number of players who continued to take a knee during the anthem after Kaepernick left the NFL. I mean this is a competitive young man... "He's only 31 years old". Kaepernick's attorney claimed he was not signed because the National Football League and the owners, "colluded to deprive Mr.

C.J. Anderson: Todd Gurley 'More Hurt' Than Rams Thought

February 22, 2019

The Patriots held the Rams - a team that averaged just under 33 points a game in the regular season - to a field goal in the Super Bowl. Todd Gurley was one of, if not, the best running back in the National Football League this past season, although he was practically nowhere to be found in the NFC Championship game and the Super Bowl.

Russell excited for testing as FW42 breaks cover in Barcelona

February 22, 2019

Kubica is due to drive the vehicle on Friday morning, before Russell runs again in the afternoon, and Williams is hopeful the team will be able to make up for lost time. Claire Williams hit back on Wednesday at suggestions that her family-owned Formula One team was in crisis, and the factory in turmoil, after it turned up three days late for pre-season testing.

New England Patriots owner Robert Kraft charged in prostitution investigation

February 22, 2019

Once the warrant is issued, Kraft will get a summons in the mail to appear in court. Kraft is one of 25 people who will be charged by Jupiter Police, they said. Kraft faces two misdemeanor charges of soliciting another for prostitution. According to Forbes, Kraft is worth $6.6 billion. Jupiter is near Palm Beach, where Robert Kraft has a home.

Georges St-Pierre Has Announced His Retirement From MMA

February 22, 2019

I'm very happy to do it . It also takes a lot of discipline to stop while still feeling that you're in the best physical and mental shape of your life, but I've always planned to leave the sport when I'm at the top and in good health", St-Pierre said in a statement.

England Women make nine changes ahead of facing Wales in Six Nations

February 22, 2019

People are forgetting that Wales are on the back of 11 wins. Despite Wales' winning run, England deserve their status as favourites for the quality of their performances this year. As they did in Paris this year, Wales were able to turn the tables, first with a penalty from James Hook. Two bonus-point victories have set them up perfectly for the trip to Wales this weekend.

PSL 2019 opening ceremony rocks Dubai

February 22, 2019

The rapper put out a video on social media and apologised to the fans. Ufone , one of the leading network operators and telecom service providers of Pakistan , announced today, its partnership with the two-time Pakistan Super League ( PSL ) champions, Islamabad United , for PSL's fourth season, commencing on February 14, 2019.

Pelicans to 're-engage' National Basketball Association about order to play Anthony Davis, report says

February 22, 2019

Seemingly as a way to dance around the issue, the Pelicans have played Davis in significantly limited minutes since the deadline. It is clear why the Pelicans want to sit Davis and why the National Basketball Association does not want them to do that.

Bottas believes Mercedes behind Ferrari at this stage

February 22, 2019

But Leclerc said he believed their rivals may be "sandbagging", or hiding their true pace, at this test. No matter which kind of fuel loads or engine modes they're running, in any case they are quick. "The auto feels a little bit different". The Finn warned, however, that even with the upgrades Mercedes still needed to make the auto better and quicker, with work to do on the balance.

Martina Navratilova removed from Athlete Ally board over trans athletes comments

February 22, 2019

In her op-ed for the Sunday Times , Navratilova wrote that a transgender woman competing against a ciswoman is "insane". " Martina Navratilova's recent comments on trans athletes are transphobic , based on a false understanding of science and data, and perpetuate risky myths that lead to the ongoing targeting of trans people", Athlete Ally said in a statement.

Chelsea handed transfer ban by Federation Internationale de Football Association for breach of rules

February 22, 2019

Meanwhile, according to Sports Lawyer Jake Cohen, Chelsea will appeal the transfer ban in front of the FIFA Appeals Committee and even go to the Court of Arbitration for Sport if necessary. The ban does not prevent the release of players and will not apply to Chelsea's women's and futsal teams. Chelsea currently have 41 players of various ages and experience out on loan - a well of talent they will surely have to dip into now.

Dirk Nowitzki snubs LeBron James on handshake attempt during All-Star Game

February 22, 2019

But he's in the elite top three of the MVP candidates (at 24). Giannis Antetokounmpo brought the Spectrum Center crowd to its feet plenty of times in the first half of the NBA All-Star Game on Friday, but one slam, in particular, stole in the show as Team Giannis squared off against Team LeBron .

Reliance Pulls Out The PSL 2019 Television Coverage Deal

February 22, 2019

IMG Reliance had been televising the Pakistan Super League , which is playing matches in the United Arab Emirates because of security concerns in Pakistan . The six-team tournament is now being held in Dubai and Sharjah before moving to Pakistan for final eight matches, including the summit clash in Karachi .

Morgan hails Roy and Root after record-breaking Windies win

February 22, 2019

Of all England's achievements on their way to No 1 in the world, not many will top this after Eoin Morgan's team pulled off their country's record one-day run chase with nearly freakish ease to beat West Indies in a thrilling series opener.

Thrown Teddy Bear Earns Technical Foul, Decides Basketball Game

February 22, 2019

After missing the first, an adorable and cuddly stuffed animal skidded across the court. Cream later said he had 'never seen that, not without a warning and certainly without an explanation'. He thought maybe with one fewer free throw, Weatherspoon might have missed, and the game could've went to overtime. After he purposely missed the final free throw, Georgia did not have enough time to get off a shot before the buzzer sounded.

Winning golfer blasted as a "disgrace" for slow play

February 22, 2019

There were three two-shot swings on the back nine, all because of putting. Legendary sports commentator Jim Nantz sounded ready to pull his hair out watching Holmes take an age to go through his elaborate pre-shot routine and eventually miss his birdie putt on the par 3 4th hole at Riviera.

India reacts to Imran Khan's statement, taunts 'Naya Pakistan'

February 22, 2019

A picture from the 1992 World Cup, which was won by Pakistan under the leadership of Imran in Australia, which was displayed near the main entrance too was removed. Its secretary Sudhakar Rao said besides the photograph of Imran, those of former captains Wasim Akram and Inzamam-ul-Haq were also removed a few days ago.

Jim Boeheim Reportedly Hits, Kills Man With Car

February 22, 2019

The man at some point got out of his vehicle, the source said. The group's vehicle crashed, at which point Boeheim allegedly struck the man with his auto. The now-deceased man was in his 30s, and Boeheim didn't have any alcohol in his system at the time of the accident. The 74-year-old Basketball Hall of Fame coach said he and his wife Juli "extend our deepest sympathies to the Jimenez family".

Robertson backs Liverpool to make amends for Bayern stumble

February 22, 2019

Bayern produced a magnificent defensive display at Anfield to stifle Liverpool's attacking threats, but Lawrenson said the onus will be on the Germans to commit more in attack to support striker Robert Lewandowski in front of their home fans.

Sarri plans to be Chelsea manager 'for a long time'

February 22, 2019

The defender said: "First of all, let's speak about the game tomorrow because it's important for us to stay in this competition and fight to win it". "But we are trying to solve our problems". "In that position, I want a player able to move the ball very fast", said Chelsea's manager on Wednesday. "N'Golo is very useful for us but this one is not his best characteristic".

JUST IN: Zinedine Zidane gives conditions to take Chelsea job

February 22, 2019

As the Blues embark on a season-defining period in their season, the pressure Sarri is under due to their questionable performances that's seen Manchester United sneak into the top-four reckoning will surely increase with the latest reports.

Did Patriots' interest in Odell Beckham squash Giants' trade plans?

February 22, 2019

Simms said the Patriots worked all offseason in an attempt to acquire him, and he thinks the Giants got cold feet when one of the most respected organizations in sports wanted the star wide receiver. The Athletic's Jay Glazer's bold prediction for the Giants this offseason was that they would trade Beckham. You know what really stopped it? He signed a five-year contract extension for $95 million last summer.

Mesut Ozil Quotes Arsenal Legend Dennis Bergkamp In Cryptic Message Over Future

February 21, 2019

But Ozil is not in Emery's plans for the future, leading to an approach from PSG in the January transfer window. Former Arsenal midfielder Merson admitted that he is staggered at Ozil's inability to hold down a regular place in Emery's starting XI.

Emery confident Arsenal can overturn Europa League defeat

February 21, 2019

Next week we are going to play another 90 minutes and I am sure it is going to be different. "I should have stayed calm but it's not always easy". In the first-half in particular we played well and created enough chances to go ahead in the game but unfortunately we didn't take our chances and then we conceded in the last minute of the first half which obviously gave them a lot of confidence and belief.

Redskins could benefit if Giants lose Landon Collins

February 21, 2019

Collins, an impending free agent and likely franchise-tag candidate, reportedly " cleaned out his locker " at the Giants' facility on Wednesday, per ESPN. For what it's worth, NFL Network's Mike Garafolo gave his take on everything that has gone down. Nearly immediately, Anderson's tweets were disputed by beat writers for the team, and some of it even got personal.

Justice (retd.) DK Jain appointed Ombudsman for BCCI under new Constitution

February 21, 2019

DK Jain , who was the former chairman of National Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission, will resume charge as soon as possible. "Having regard to the importance of the said Committee of Administrators for administrating the BCCI, we consider it appropriate to appoint Lt.

Diego Simeone celebration: Boss 'sorry' after Atletico Madrid vs Juventus

February 21, 2019

Juve's signing of Ronaldo was a clear attempt to boost their firepower and hopes of winning the competition but the man who scored 22 times against Atletico as a Real Madrid player was kept relatively quiet on his return to the Spanish capital.

What’s next for the UFC Phoenix main and co-main event fighters?

February 21, 2019

Ngannou, nicknamed "The Predator", moves to 13-3 with the win, while Velasquez drops to 14-3. Ngannou burst onto the scene in 2017, with back-to-back wins over Andrei Arlovski (KO) and Alistair Overeem (TKO ) before dropping consecutive losses in an embarrassing tilt against then-champion Stipe Miocic and another decision loss to Derrick Lewis .

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