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Floyd Mayweather Reveals He Will Start Training With This UFC Star Soon
- March 16, 2018
Initial teases from Mayweather on the subject were met with a lot of skepticism, but now we've got UFC welterweight champ Tyron Woodley setting up a training camp for the boxing legend and Mayweather confirming it all. "My wrestling game is not that bad", Mayweather said. "With everything, you've got to make adjustments, so it's probably gonna be a little hard, but it is what it is", Floyd said. (more...)
- March 16, 2018
Initial teases from Mayweather on the subject were met with a lot of skepticism, but now we've got UFC welterweight champ Tyron Woodley setting up a training camp for the boxing legend and Mayweather confirming it all. "My wrestling game is not that bad", Mayweather said. "With everything, you've got to make adjustments, so it's probably gonna be a little hard, but it is what it is", Floyd said. (more...)
Chicago Pulls Out Of Joint US Bid To Host 2022 World Cup
- March 16, 2018
It's one of 17 cities in the US that remains on the list. The United States , Canada and Mexico are bidding jointly to host the tournament, which was last in the U.S.in 1994. The other American sites are Atlanta, Baltimore, Boston, Cincinnati, Dallas, Denver, Houston, Los Angeles, Miami, Nashville, New York/New Jersey, Orlando, Philadelphia, San Francisco, Seattle and Washington, D.C. (more...)
- March 16, 2018
It's one of 17 cities in the US that remains on the list. The United States , Canada and Mexico are bidding jointly to host the tournament, which was last in the U.S.in 1994. The other American sites are Atlanta, Baltimore, Boston, Cincinnati, Dallas, Denver, Houston, Los Angeles, Miami, Nashville, New York/New Jersey, Orlando, Philadelphia, San Francisco, Seattle and Washington, D.C. (more...)
Sanchez reveals Wenger's last words before he joined Man Utd
- March 15, 2018
Manchester City were favorites to land Sanchez last summer, but Arsenal blocked the move as they were unable to secure a replacement and it was expected that he will join Pep Guardiola's team when his Arsenal contract expired at the end of the 2017/18 season. (more...)
- March 15, 2018
Manchester City were favorites to land Sanchez last summer, but Arsenal blocked the move as they were unable to secure a replacement and it was expected that he will join Pep Guardiola's team when his Arsenal contract expired at the end of the 2017/18 season. (more...)
OU Faces Criticism Going Into NCAA Tournament
- March 16, 2018
Winning both a conference's regular season schedule and postseason tournament is always a good sign for a mid-major, and Murray State did just that this year: First, the Racers went 16-2 in conference play, then they steamrolled through the OVC tournament, beating second-ranked Belmont by 17 points. (more...)
- March 16, 2018
Winning both a conference's regular season schedule and postseason tournament is always a good sign for a mid-major, and Murray State did just that this year: First, the Racers went 16-2 in conference play, then they steamrolled through the OVC tournament, beating second-ranked Belmont by 17 points. (more...)
Boston Celtics Fight Like Hell To Force Double Overtime Against Washington
- March 15, 2018
Boston played without three starters including their two All-Stars, Kyrie Irving and Al Horford . Meanwhile, Washington was coming off a tough loss to the Timberwolves in D.C. Down two with the ball after a video review with 8.8 seconds left in the first extra session, Tatum drove for a two and a foul shot with 3.1 seconds to play, but the rookie missed the free throw and the Celtics couldn't come up with the rebound as the teams went to double-overtime. (more...)
- March 15, 2018
Boston played without three starters including their two All-Stars, Kyrie Irving and Al Horford . Meanwhile, Washington was coming off a tough loss to the Timberwolves in D.C. Down two with the ball after a video review with 8.8 seconds left in the first extra session, Tatum drove for a two and a foul shot with 3.1 seconds to play, but the rookie missed the free throw and the Celtics couldn't come up with the rebound as the teams went to double-overtime. (more...)
National Football League free agency rumors: Raiders agree to terms with RB Doug Martin
- March 15, 2018
Martin, who was cut by the Buccaneers this offseason after an up-and-down stretch with Tampa Bay, presents Oakland with an interesting scenario, because the status of Marshawn Lynch remains up in the air. Separate reports have the Raiders visiting with two starters - safety Marcus Gilchrist (Houston) and linebacker Tahir Whitehead (Detroit). Gilchrist, 29, is coming off a season in which he played in 16 games with 13 starts for the Texans. (more...)
- March 15, 2018
Martin, who was cut by the Buccaneers this offseason after an up-and-down stretch with Tampa Bay, presents Oakland with an interesting scenario, because the status of Marshawn Lynch remains up in the air. Separate reports have the Raiders visiting with two starters - safety Marcus Gilchrist (Houston) and linebacker Tahir Whitehead (Detroit). Gilchrist, 29, is coming off a season in which he played in 16 games with 13 starts for the Texans. (more...)
Thad Matta withdraws from Georgia search
- March 15, 2018
Matta, the younger brother of North Cobb Christian School boys basketball coach Greg Matta, told ESPN "I just don't feel that I am completely ready at this point" to take the job. Matta, 50, was sacked by Ohio State in June following a disappointing 17-15 season. The 51-year-old spent 31 years on the sideline prior to the current campaign, working his way through the coaching ranks before taking over at Marquette in 1999. (more...)
- March 15, 2018
Matta, the younger brother of North Cobb Christian School boys basketball coach Greg Matta, told ESPN "I just don't feel that I am completely ready at this point" to take the job. Matta, 50, was sacked by Ohio State in June following a disappointing 17-15 season. The 51-year-old spent 31 years on the sideline prior to the current campaign, working his way through the coaching ranks before taking over at Marquette in 1999. (more...)
Thousands of people evacuated from Syria's eastern Ghouta
- March 15, 2018
The U.N. Security Council has demanded a 30-day ceasefire, but Moscow and Damascus say it does not apply to banned terrorist groups in Ghouta. Russian Federation warned it has servicemen and other staff in Damascus , as well as members of the Reconciliation Center of the warring parties in Syria and the Military Police, deployed there to control the demilitarized zone in that nation. (more...)
- March 15, 2018
The U.N. Security Council has demanded a 30-day ceasefire, but Moscow and Damascus say it does not apply to banned terrorist groups in Ghouta. Russian Federation warned it has servicemen and other staff in Damascus , as well as members of the Reconciliation Center of the warring parties in Syria and the Military Police, deployed there to control the demilitarized zone in that nation. (more...)
Isaiah Thomas has to be separated from Julius Randle during sideline argument
- March 15, 2018
While the Warriors were also shorthanded, the Lakers were not able to steal a victory. Curry sat for a third straight game after re-injuring his troublesome right ankle early in a March 8 win over the Spurs. The Lakers also will take the court in less-than-ideal circumstances Wednesday night. The Lakers play next when they host the Miami Heat back at the Staples Center in Los Angeles on Friday night. (more...)
- March 15, 2018
While the Warriors were also shorthanded, the Lakers were not able to steal a victory. Curry sat for a third straight game after re-injuring his troublesome right ankle early in a March 8 win over the Spurs. The Lakers also will take the court in less-than-ideal circumstances Wednesday night. The Lakers play next when they host the Miami Heat back at the Staples Center in Los Angeles on Friday night. (more...)
Fans Flock to Downtown Wichita for NCAA Tournament Practices
- March 15, 2018
Turner Sports analyst Steve Lavin, former head coach at UCLA and St. John's, joins KUsports.com's Matt Tait to talk about KU-Penn, the Jayhawks in general and KU's streak of 14 straight Big 12 titles. The Cherkasy, Ukraine native and All-Big 12 second-team honoree leads the team with a 45.3 shooting percentage from deep, good enough for 13th in the nation. (more...)
- March 15, 2018
Turner Sports analyst Steve Lavin, former head coach at UCLA and St. John's, joins KUsports.com's Matt Tait to talk about KU-Penn, the Jayhawks in general and KU's streak of 14 straight Big 12 titles. The Cherkasy, Ukraine native and All-Big 12 second-team honoree leads the team with a 45.3 shooting percentage from deep, good enough for 13th in the nation. (more...)
Arnold Palmer Invitational: Tiger Woods shoots 4-under 68 in Round 1
- March 15, 2018
His playing partners, no less than world No 6 Hideki Matsuyama and No 10 Jason Day , were left trailing by two and five strokes respectively thanks to some brilliant iron play, nerveless putting and at times magnificent chipping. However, he found trouble on the par-four third when he sprayed his tee shot wide right and had to retee. I've played well there throughout the years and just haven't been back in a couple of years. (more...)
- March 15, 2018
His playing partners, no less than world No 6 Hideki Matsuyama and No 10 Jason Day , were left trailing by two and five strokes respectively thanks to some brilliant iron play, nerveless putting and at times magnificent chipping. However, he found trouble on the par-four third when he sprayed his tee shot wide right and had to retee. I've played well there throughout the years and just haven't been back in a couple of years. (more...)
Liverpool, Spurs warned to increase bids for £26m star
- March 15, 2018
As a result, Pavard has attracted the interest of several top clubs with Liverpool , Borussia Dortmund and RB Leipzig all mentioned. The 21-year-old has emerged as one of the most exciting young defensive talents in European football in his debut Bundesliga season, impressing in a wide variety of defensive positions and being named the league's Rookie of the Month for February by fans. (more...)
- March 15, 2018
As a result, Pavard has attracted the interest of several top clubs with Liverpool , Borussia Dortmund and RB Leipzig all mentioned. The 21-year-old has emerged as one of the most exciting young defensive talents in European football in his debut Bundesliga season, impressing in a wide variety of defensive positions and being named the league's Rookie of the Month for February by fans. (more...)
Ex-Bayern Doctor Blasts Guardiola
- March 15, 2018
Bayern Munich doctor Hans-Wilhelm Muller-Wohlfahrt has labelled former manager Pep Guardiola as a man lacking in self-confidence and living in constant fear. 'I remember one season under Jupp Heynckes, in which there were only three muscle injuries. And I do not rely on my memory or my gut feeling, but on the official statistics of the Uefa Elite Club Injury Study, in which Bayern was always among the clubs with the fewest injuries. (more...)
- March 15, 2018
Bayern Munich doctor Hans-Wilhelm Muller-Wohlfahrt has labelled former manager Pep Guardiola as a man lacking in self-confidence and living in constant fear. 'I remember one season under Jupp Heynckes, in which there were only three muscle injuries. And I do not rely on my memory or my gut feeling, but on the official statistics of the Uefa Elite Club Injury Study, in which Bayern was always among the clubs with the fewest injuries. (more...)
Jaguars to sign WR Donte Moncrief
- March 15, 2018
The move all but guarantees that Chris Ballard and the Colts will be looking to add talent at the position over the next several weeks. According to ESPN's Adam Schefter , the Jaguars and the former Indianapolis Colts receiver have agreed to a contract, which will be signed when the new league year officially begins on Wednesday. (more...)
- March 15, 2018
The move all but guarantees that Chris Ballard and the Colts will be looking to add talent at the position over the next several weeks. According to ESPN's Adam Schefter , the Jaguars and the former Indianapolis Colts receiver have agreed to a contract, which will be signed when the new league year officially begins on Wednesday. (more...)
Genworth Financial, Inc. (NYSE:GNW)
- March 15, 2018
The stock decreased 1.63% or $1.64 during the last trading session, reaching $98.82. Investors may be tracking the average range on shares of TD Ameritrade HD (AMTD). (NYSE: GNW ). Swiss Bancorp accumulated 869,186 shares. Mason Street Advisors Ltd Liability reported 247,743 shares. Thrivent For Lutherans stated it has 0% of its portfolio in Genworth Financial, Inc . (more...)
- March 15, 2018
The stock decreased 1.63% or $1.64 during the last trading session, reaching $98.82. Investors may be tracking the average range on shares of TD Ameritrade HD (AMTD). (NYSE: GNW ). Swiss Bancorp accumulated 869,186 shares. Mason Street Advisors Ltd Liability reported 247,743 shares. Thrivent For Lutherans stated it has 0% of its portfolio in Genworth Financial, Inc . (more...)
Aaron Judge warned about tampering by MLB, Yankees over Manny Machado talk
- March 15, 2018
New York's Aaron Judge , left, talks with Baltimore's Manny Machado during a 2017 game. "They will speak to him to make sure this does not happen again". He said the call lasted "about 30 seconds" and that he quickly realized the seriousness of the situation. With what he brings on the offensive side of it, he's the complete package. (more...)
- March 15, 2018
New York's Aaron Judge , left, talks with Baltimore's Manny Machado during a 2017 game. "They will speak to him to make sure this does not happen again". He said the call lasted "about 30 seconds" and that he quickly realized the seriousness of the situation. With what he brings on the offensive side of it, he's the complete package. (more...)
Cumbrian Glenn Murray overlooked by Gareth Southgate for England friendlies
- March 15, 2018
The omission of Cahill, who recently lost his place in the Chelsea side, means there are no Blues players in boss Southgate's squad for the games against the Netherlands and Italy . 'Now he's playing the matches that matter for Arsenal and playing well. He added: "I think the medical reports we have are that for sure he'll play well before the end of the season". (more...)
- March 15, 2018
The omission of Cahill, who recently lost his place in the Chelsea side, means there are no Blues players in boss Southgate's squad for the games against the Netherlands and Italy . 'Now he's playing the matches that matter for Arsenal and playing well. He added: "I think the medical reports we have are that for sure he'll play well before the end of the season". (more...)
Ronald De Boer wades into spat between brother Frank and Jose Mourinho
- March 15, 2018
Rashford was the star of the show in the Red Devils' blockbuster encounter with bitter rivals Liverpool , finding the back of the net with two magnificent finishes - the first of which has drawn several comparisons to Cristiano Ronaldo. I would say he was in the top five with more matches for two seasons", Mourinho said. "He had a good match and not just by scoring goals". The £89 million French midfielder missed the clash with Liverpool through injury, but Mourinho confirmed he returned to ... (more...)
- March 15, 2018
Rashford was the star of the show in the Red Devils' blockbuster encounter with bitter rivals Liverpool , finding the back of the net with two magnificent finishes - the first of which has drawn several comparisons to Cristiano Ronaldo. I would say he was in the top five with more matches for two seasons", Mourinho said. "He had a good match and not just by scoring goals". The £89 million French midfielder missed the clash with Liverpool through injury, but Mourinho confirmed he returned to ... (more...)
West Ham United to issue lifetime bans to pitch invaders
- March 15, 2018
The Burnley match was interrupted by pitch invasions , coin throwing and fighting in the stands, while many West Ham fans angrily protested the running of the club by David Gold , David Sullivan and Karren Brady. "Any individual found guilty will be banned from attending any West Ham United fixture, home and away, for life and the Club will request the courts serve a banning order to prevent these individuals attending any football matches in future". (more...)
- March 15, 2018
The Burnley match was interrupted by pitch invasions , coin throwing and fighting in the stands, while many West Ham fans angrily protested the running of the club by David Gold , David Sullivan and Karren Brady. "Any individual found guilty will be banned from attending any West Ham United fixture, home and away, for life and the Club will request the courts serve a banning order to prevent these individuals attending any football matches in future". (more...)
Farbrace: Stokes likely to be fit for first Test against New Zealand
- March 15, 2018
England assistant coach Paul Farbrace said Stokes should be fit to play in a second warm-up match beginning on Friday, even if he acted exclusively as a batsman. The visitors did not fare much better against what was essentially a domestic attack, with Doug Bracewell the only player with Test experience as they took advantage of overcast conditions to get the ball to swing. (more...)
- March 15, 2018
England assistant coach Paul Farbrace said Stokes should be fit to play in a second warm-up match beginning on Friday, even if he acted exclusively as a batsman. The visitors did not fare much better against what was essentially a domestic attack, with Doug Bracewell the only player with Test experience as they took advantage of overcast conditions to get the ball to swing. (more...)
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