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Root: Smith's laughter could be used as motivation
- December 01, 2017
Smith spoke of his delight at his side's plan for Bairstow coming together when the wicketkeeper played a poor shot and was dismissed, but Root said it will spur England into life. If we scored 400 plus in that first innings and were really clinical with the ball when we had them seven down, I have every confidence we would have won that game. (more...)
- December 01, 2017
Smith spoke of his delight at his side's plan for Bairstow coming together when the wicketkeeper played a poor shot and was dismissed, but Root said it will spur England into life. If we scored 400 plus in that first innings and were really clinical with the ball when we had them seven down, I have every confidence we would have won that game. (more...)
Wenger expects Man Utd to attack Arsenal
- December 01, 2017
The Red Devils will make the long trip to north London in the Premier League this weekend in search of a fourth successive Premier League win. They will not only defend. Ozil, told he will be staying with Arsenal come the January transfer window amid reports of interest from Barcelona, Chelsea and Manchester United for the playmaker who is out of contract at the end of the season, set up Olivier Giroud and Alexis Sanchez before scoring himself. (more...)
- December 01, 2017
The Red Devils will make the long trip to north London in the Premier League this weekend in search of a fourth successive Premier League win. They will not only defend. Ozil, told he will be staying with Arsenal come the January transfer window amid reports of interest from Barcelona, Chelsea and Manchester United for the playmaker who is out of contract at the end of the season, set up Olivier Giroud and Alexis Sanchez before scoring himself. (more...)
Sergio Garcia in contention after first round of Australian PGA Championship
- December 01, 2017
Grant Forrest and Scott Henry both had to settle for three-over 74s while Duncan Stewart signed for an 80 after dropping six shots in the last two holes. Scott used a broomstick putter when he won the Masters in 2013, but switched to a short putter after a ban on anchoring the putter against the body began in 2016. (more...)
- December 01, 2017
Grant Forrest and Scott Henry both had to settle for three-over 74s while Duncan Stewart signed for an 80 after dropping six shots in the last two holes. Scott used a broomstick putter when he won the Masters in 2013, but switched to a short putter after a ban on anchoring the putter against the body began in 2016. (more...)
MLB Rumors: Giants Meeting With Giancarlo Stanton's Representatives
- December 01, 2017
Rosenthal notes that it is unclear at the moment if there is a deal in place, but Stanton would have to waive his no-trade clause to accept a deal out of South Florida. Spencer adds the Marlins did not make an ultimatum to Stanton, who does not wish to be part of a rebuild, but it was a way to inform the National League's Most Valuable Player that they have options. (more...)
- December 01, 2017
Rosenthal notes that it is unclear at the moment if there is a deal in place, but Stanton would have to waive his no-trade clause to accept a deal out of South Florida. Spencer adds the Marlins did not make an ultimatum to Stanton, who does not wish to be part of a rebuild, but it was a way to inform the National League's Most Valuable Player that they have options. (more...)
Barkley makes Big Ten awards history
- December 01, 2017
A first-year starter from Corinth, Texas, he leads the nation with 25 passes defended and is tied for second in the country with two interceptions returned for touchdowns and 18 pass break-ups. Gesicki, a senior, is Penn State's career leader in receptions and receiving yards by a tight end. Jewell, a four-year starter from Decorah, Iowa, leads the Big Ten and ranks third nationally with 125 tackles this season. (more...)
- December 01, 2017
A first-year starter from Corinth, Texas, he leads the nation with 25 passes defended and is tied for second in the country with two interceptions returned for touchdowns and 18 pass break-ups. Gesicki, a senior, is Penn State's career leader in receptions and receiving yards by a tight end. Jewell, a four-year starter from Decorah, Iowa, leads the Big Ten and ranks third nationally with 125 tackles this season. (more...)
Paul Clement urges patience with out-of-form Renato Sanches
- December 01, 2017
Swansea City Manager Paul Clement has admitted that he will enter the January transfer market in a bid to strengthen his attacking options. "He is a player who is struggling for confidence and is struggling for form. But Clement said: 'We are working together to make this right for both sides, for them and for us as well. Sanches' struggle for form predates his spell at Swansea; he endured a torrid season in 2016-17, failing to register a goal or an assist in 25 games across all ... (more...)
- December 01, 2017
Swansea City Manager Paul Clement has admitted that he will enter the January transfer market in a bid to strengthen his attacking options. "He is a player who is struggling for confidence and is struggling for form. But Clement said: 'We are working together to make this right for both sides, for them and for us as well. Sanches' struggle for form predates his spell at Swansea; he endured a torrid season in 2016-17, failing to register a goal or an assist in 25 games across all ... (more...)
Former Texas Tech coach Mike Leach linked to Tennessee job
- December 01, 2017
Newy Scruggs of NBC Dallas/Fort Worth reports that the details of a contract are being worked out, and an agreement could be announced as early as Friday. In the last three seasons, however, the Cougars have gone 26-12 under Leach. Leach has served as Washington State's head coach since 2012. The 2015 Pac-12 Co-Coach of the Year was named the Cougars' head football coach on November 30, 2011. (more...)
- December 01, 2017
Newy Scruggs of NBC Dallas/Fort Worth reports that the details of a contract are being worked out, and an agreement could be announced as early as Friday. In the last three seasons, however, the Cougars have gone 26-12 under Leach. Leach has served as Washington State's head coach since 2012. The 2015 Pac-12 Co-Coach of the Year was named the Cougars' head football coach on November 30, 2011. (more...)
No. 3 Michigan State Beats No. 5 Notre Dame 81-63
- December 01, 2017
Jaren Jackson Jr. rose in the air and easily swatted Notre Dame star Bonzie Colson . Erin Mathias had 10 points and 10 rebounds for the Blue Devils (6-1), who won after giving up a 17-point lead in the second half. It hit 12 of 17 shots during the stretch, while limiting Notre Dame to 4-for-13 shooting. Farrell connected on a three to force a MSU timeout with its lead down to 10 in the early stages of the half. (more...)
- December 01, 2017
Jaren Jackson Jr. rose in the air and easily swatted Notre Dame star Bonzie Colson . Erin Mathias had 10 points and 10 rebounds for the Blue Devils (6-1), who won after giving up a 17-point lead in the second half. It hit 12 of 17 shots during the stretch, while limiting Notre Dame to 4-for-13 shooting. Farrell connected on a three to force a MSU timeout with its lead down to 10 in the early stages of the half. (more...)
Daniel Cormier to fight on UFC 220 card at TD Garden
- December 01, 2017
The UFC announced Wednesday that Daniel Cormier will put his light heavyweight belt on the line against Volkan Ozdemir. Cormier (19-1) was reinstated as the 205 champ past year, after Jon Jones , who stopped him in their July rematch, tested positive for a steroid. (more...)
- December 01, 2017
The UFC announced Wednesday that Daniel Cormier will put his light heavyweight belt on the line against Volkan Ozdemir. Cormier (19-1) was reinstated as the 205 champ past year, after Jon Jones , who stopped him in their July rematch, tested positive for a steroid. (more...)
Florida State reportedly urging Jimbo Fisher to make a decision
- December 01, 2017
Texas A&M chancellor John Sharp told ESPN on Thursday following a board of regents meeting that the board is expected to reconvene in short order in order to approve a coaching hire. OR fans wouldn't be blamed if the last time they thought deeply about Texas A&M was three years ago, upon the Aggies' decision to back out of a home-and-home series in 2018-19. (more...)
- December 01, 2017
Texas A&M chancellor John Sharp told ESPN on Thursday following a board of regents meeting that the board is expected to reconvene in short order in order to approve a coaching hire. OR fans wouldn't be blamed if the last time they thought deeply about Texas A&M was three years ago, upon the Aggies' decision to back out of a home-and-home series in 2018-19. (more...)
Cleveland Cavaliers Game Recap: Not Enough Firepower
- December 01, 2017
Quicken Loans Arena had fallen silent, and it seemed like a late-game comeback was not out of the question. Former Cav Dion Waiters is averaging 15.4 ppg. Miami point guard Goran Dragic has played a big part in the Heat's recent success. Love continued his reign leading into the second quarter, where he added another 10 points to his stat line to push his game-high total to 32 in the first half. (more...)
- December 01, 2017
Quicken Loans Arena had fallen silent, and it seemed like a late-game comeback was not out of the question. Former Cav Dion Waiters is averaging 15.4 ppg. Miami point guard Goran Dragic has played a big part in the Heat's recent success. Love continued his reign leading into the second quarter, where he added another 10 points to his stat line to push his game-high total to 32 in the first half. (more...)
Roethlisberger on Eli Manning benching: 'That could be me'
- December 01, 2017
That's not fair to me, that's not fair to Geno, that's not how you play. "Geno looked sharp today", McAdoo said after practice Wednesday. He is working hard. His goal this week is to get Smith and the offense ready for the Raiders. Del Rio is turning to some of his younger players to fill the void. "Cordarrelle (Patterson), Johnny Holton, Seth Roberts , and then we're bringing up Isaac Whitney". (more...)
- December 01, 2017
That's not fair to me, that's not fair to Geno, that's not how you play. "Geno looked sharp today", McAdoo said after practice Wednesday. He is working hard. His goal this week is to get Smith and the offense ready for the Raiders. Del Rio is turning to some of his younger players to fill the void. "Cordarrelle (Patterson), Johnny Holton, Seth Roberts , and then we're bringing up Isaac Whitney". (more...)
Sportsnet Analyst Gregg Zaun Fired For 'Inappropriate Behavior'
- December 01, 2017
He began working as a full-time analyst with Sportsnet after his retirement in 2011. Zaun most notably spent five seasons with the Blue Jays during his 16 year Major League Baseball career. Back in December 2012, Zaun took to Twitter to criticize young, bar-going women of Toronto. Zaun ruffled the feathers of some Blue Jays players over the years when he criticized their play. (more...)
- December 01, 2017
He began working as a full-time analyst with Sportsnet after his retirement in 2011. Zaun most notably spent five seasons with the Blue Jays during his 16 year Major League Baseball career. Back in December 2012, Zaun took to Twitter to criticize young, bar-going women of Toronto. Zaun ruffled the feathers of some Blue Jays players over the years when he criticized their play. (more...)
England manager Gareth Southgate backs his staff over Phil Jones injury
- December 01, 2017
Walker is set to play in a first World Cup finals having missed out in 2014 through injury. "If that is his ambition, then this is the stage to go and show it". David Seaman says that boredom is the biggest danger at England's World Cup training base but Gareth Southgate insists that his chosen rural retreat at Repino near St Petersburg ticks most of his boxes. (more...)
- December 01, 2017
Walker is set to play in a first World Cup finals having missed out in 2014 through injury. "If that is his ambition, then this is the stage to go and show it". David Seaman says that boredom is the biggest danger at England's World Cup training base but Gareth Southgate insists that his chosen rural retreat at Repino near St Petersburg ticks most of his boxes. (more...)
Dolphins QB Jay Cutler out of concussion protocol, will start Sunday
- December 01, 2017
He said the ribs are no longer an issue, but declined to discuss the concussion. Their relationship goes back even further. It will be quite a week to return for Cutler as he gets set to square off against a solid Broncos defense amidst the Dolphins five-game losing streak. (more...)
- December 01, 2017
He said the ribs are no longer an issue, but declined to discuss the concussion. Their relationship goes back even further. It will be quite a week to return for Cutler as he gets set to square off against a solid Broncos defense amidst the Dolphins five-game losing streak. (more...)
Cristiano Ronaldo climbs Instagram ranks, Selena Gomez most-followed
- December 01, 2017
The picture, which was posted in September, shows the singer and her best pal Francia Raisa holding hands after their surgery and has achieved 10.3 million likes. Ronaldo may have a rest - much needed - for that game, however fellow star Gareth Bale could make his comeback from injury. Bey also earned the third most-liked photo of the year (10 million-plus likes) of her cradling then-one-month-old newborns, Sir and Rumi . (more...)
- December 01, 2017
The picture, which was posted in September, shows the singer and her best pal Francia Raisa holding hands after their surgery and has achieved 10.3 million likes. Ronaldo may have a rest - much needed - for that game, however fellow star Gareth Bale could make his comeback from injury. Bey also earned the third most-liked photo of the year (10 million-plus likes) of her cradling then-one-month-old newborns, Sir and Rumi . (more...)
Barkley, Gesicki named to All-Big Ten first-team offense
- December 01, 2017
Is the first running back to win multiple Big Ten Offensive Player of the Year honors. Johnson, a sophomore, had 48 catches for 635 yards this season, including a game-winning touchdown grab on the final snap of Penn State's 21-19 defeat of Iowa. (more...)
- December 01, 2017
Is the first running back to win multiple Big Ten Offensive Player of the Year honors. Johnson, a sophomore, had 48 catches for 635 yards this season, including a game-winning touchdown grab on the final snap of Penn State's 21-19 defeat of Iowa. (more...)
Ed Sheeran enlists Beyonce for "Perfect" remix
- December 01, 2017
The original track ideal is the newest single off of Sheeran's third studio album DIVIDE . "Bruh.am already crying at how attractive this is going to sound", one follower wrote in Sheeran's Instagram comments, while another noted "HOLY S-- THE HEAVENS HAVE SPOKEN". (more...)
- December 01, 2017
The original track ideal is the newest single off of Sheeran's third studio album DIVIDE . "Bruh.am already crying at how attractive this is going to sound", one follower wrote in Sheeran's Instagram comments, while another noted "HOLY S-- THE HEAVENS HAVE SPOKEN". (more...)
Pitino sues ULAA for breach of contract over suspension, firing
- December 01, 2017
In the lawsuit, Pitino claims the athletics association did not give him proper notification as his contract required. Pitino was sacked in October as the FBI investigated bribery and fraud in the world of college basketball recruiting. (more...)
- December 01, 2017
In the lawsuit, Pitino claims the athletics association did not give him proper notification as his contract required. Pitino was sacked in October as the FBI investigated bribery and fraud in the world of college basketball recruiting. (more...)
Jurgen Klopp Explains Row With Sadio Mane At Full Time
- December 01, 2017
Klopp had wanted to bring midfielder Adam Lallana on with instructions for the defensive unit where Ragnar Klavan would have been moved to a position that could have prevented the goal, according to the German, but the referee said no, and play continued for four minutes before the next break in play. (more...)
- December 01, 2017
Klopp had wanted to bring midfielder Adam Lallana on with instructions for the defensive unit where Ragnar Klavan would have been moved to a position that could have prevented the goal, according to the German, but the referee said no, and play continued for four minutes before the next break in play. (more...)
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