Golden, again: US beats France 87-82 for Tokyo title
By TIM REYNOLDS AP Basketball Writer SAITAMA, Japan (AP) — Nothing about the summer was easy for the U.S. men’s basketball team, and neither was…
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Olympics schedule and events to watch Saturday
Alyssa Kraus, CNN The Olympics are winding down this weekend, with the closing ceremony on Sunday. However, several events are still in full swing,…
Continue Reading Marte’s game-winning HR in 11th pushes A’s past Rangers 4-1
By MICHAEL WAGAMAN Associated Press OAKLAND, Calif. (AP) — Starling Marte hit a three-run home run in the bottom of the 11th inning, lifting the…
Continue Reading Donaldson’s RBI single in 11th lifts Twins over Astros 5-4
By KRISTIE RIEKEN AP Sports Writer HOUSTON (AP) — Mitch Garver homered early and Josh Donaldson’s RBI single in the 11th inning lifted the…
Continue Reading Michigan hospital ends relationship with Vikings quarterback Kirk Cousins over his vaccine stance
By Dave Alsup and Theresa Waldrop, CNN Holland Hospital in western Michigan said it is ending its relationship with Minnesota Vikings quarterback…
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UTEP names Aaron Puetz as men’s golf head coach
EL PASO, Texas – UTEP Director of Athletics Jim Senter announced on Friday that Aaron Puetz has been named the Miners’ new men’s golf coach. Puetz…
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NFL average team value soars to nearly $3.5 billion, Cowboys again have highest
By The Associated Press Even with a pandemic forcing empty stadiums in most franchise cities, NFL team values increased by 14% in the past year. And…
Continue Reading Joint practices help NFL teams tackle tedium of camp
By DENNIS WASZAK Jr. AP Pro Football Writer NEW YORK (AP) — The monotony of training camp is starting to settle in around the NFL. The sun beats…
Continue Reading Ed Sheeran to headline NFL’s kickoff concert before Bucs-Cowboys game
By JONATHAN LANDRUM Jr. AP Entertainment Writer LOS ANGELES (AP) — Ed Sheeran will perform in a concert to kickoff the NFL season opener in Florida…
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Felix of U.S. wins 10th Olympic medal, sets women’s track record
TOKYO, Japan — The new medal standard in Olympic women’s track has been set. American Allyson Felix stands alone at the top and still has a…
Continue Reading Hometown hero: Houston’s Lewis fights for interim UFC title
By GREG BEACHAM AP Sports Writer Derrick Lewis fights for his first UFC title against France’s Ciryl Gane in the main event of UFC 265. The…
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Ex-football player may sue EPPD after cops tackled him
EL PASO, Texas — Former football player Joshua Long says he’s considering suing the El Paso Police Department after he was tackled and subdued by…
Continue Reading Steelers use strong 2nd half to beat Cowboys 16-3
By BARRY WILNER AP Pro Football Writer CANTON, Ohio (AP) — The Pittsburgh Steelers followed a stumbling first half with a strong final 30 minutes…
Continue Reading Rookie Jax has solid start, helps Twins beat Astros 5-3
By KRISTIE RIEKEN AP Sports Writer HOUSTON (AP) — The Minnesota Twins got a solid start from rookie Griffin Jax, and Andrelton Simmons drove in two…
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El Paso’s Pepi selected for MLS All-Star Game
DALLAS, Texas — Some great news for El Pasoan Ricardo Pepi, he’s an all-star now. The 18-year-old Pepi, who plays for FC Dallas, has made the Major…
Continue Reading LIVE Blog: Latest updates from Tokyo Olympics 2021
If not automatically redirected, Click Here for The Latest on the Tokyo Olympics, which are taking place under heavy restrictions after a year’s…
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Steelers finish strong to top Cowboys 16-3 in Hall of Fame Game
CANTON, Ohio — The Pittsburgh Steelers followed a stumbling first half with a strong final 30 minutes to beat the Dallas Cowboys 16-3 on Thursday…
Continue Reading Washington Football Team bans wearing Native American headdresses and face paint at home games
By Lauren M. Johnson, CNN The Washington Football Team has released its new fan protocol ahead of the 2021 season and the organization announced fans…
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Don’t expect starters in Cowboys-Steelers Hall of Fame game
CANTON, Ohio — If you’re looking for stars during Hall of Fame enshrinement week, concentrate on the museum itself and the inductions this…
Continue Reading SEC move on horizon, Texas and Oklahoma coaches focus on ’21
BY MARK ROSNER and MURRAY EVANS Associated Press Steve Sarkisian has yet to make his debut in the Big 12, but the new Texas coach was asked on…
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Sinner, 19, beats Korda, 21, in 2 tiebreakers at Washington
By HOWARD FENDRICH AP Tennis Writer WASHINGTON (AP) — Jannik Sinner has eliminated Sebastian Korda in straight sets at the Citi Open hard-court…
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J.R. Richard, power pitcher for Astros in ’70s, dies at 71
HOUSTON (AP) — J.R. Richard, a huge, flame-throwing right-hander who spent 10 years with the Houston Astros before his career was cut short by a…
Continue Reading Bounce-back Bundy, Angels roll to 5-0 victory over Rangers
By SCHUYLER DIXON AP Sports Writer ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) — Dylan Bundy pitched shutout ball into the seventh inning in the opening day starter’s…
Continue Reading With role settled, Packers’ Love eager for preseason games
By BILL HUBER Associated Press GREEN BAY, Wis. (AP) — Green Bay’s Jordan Love spent the offseason preparing as if he might be the quarterback of…
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NMSU women’s golf announces complete 2021-22 schedule
(Courtesy: NMSU Athletics) LAS CRUCES, New Mexico – The defending WAC Champion NM State women’s golf program announced its complete 2021-22…
Continue Reading Titans add Matt Barkley to compete for backup QB position
By JOHN GLENNON Associated Press NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — The Tennessee Titans took a step toward beefing up the backup quarterback spot behind Ryan…
Continue Reading Badgers aim to regain consistency that was missing last year
By STEVE MEGARGEE AP Sports Writer MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Wisconsin coach Paul Chryst says consitency will be the key to quarterback Graham Mertz’s…
Continue Reading Penix’s return has Hoosiers hoping to exceed 2020 successes
By MICHAEL MAROT AP Sports Writer BLOOMINGTON, Ind. (AP) — The Indiana Hoosiers expect quarterback Michael Penix Jr. to start their Sept. 4 season…
Continue Reading Shane Beamer excited for first camp as Gamecocks head coach
By PETE IACOBELLI AP Sports Writer COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — First-year South Carolina coach Shane Beamer is excited to open his first camp as a head…
Continue Reading Harris English shoots 62 to take 2-shot lead in Memphis
By PHIL STUKENBORG Associated Press MEMPHIS, Tenn. (AP) — Harris English shot an 8-under 62 on Thursday to match his lowest PGA Tour score and take…
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