3 days ago
Eli Willits has made his primary goal crystal clear ever since he joined the Nationals organization. He wants to be a big leaguer by the time he is 20 years old. For most players, that is a pipe dream. However, Eli Willits is not most players and he made that very obvious this season.
The 18 year old just finished his first professional season in style. Willits got promoted to Double-A for the last week of the season. While he only got to play three games, the last one was legendary. Willits had a four hit game which included his first AA home run and two stolen bases. It was an amazing final act to a wonderful season.
With Willits finishing the season in AA, he is putting himself in position to make a debut late in 2027. Despite being such a young player, Willits is remarkably polished. This comes from being the son of a big leaguer and being obsessed with the game ever since he could walk.
When I talked to Willits earlier this season, it was very clear that three things truly mattered to him. Eli Willits is all about family, faith and baseball. You will be hard pressed to find a more business-like 18 year old out there. As Willits put it, he grew up in an MLB clubhouse and it is easy to see that.
That baseball IQ manifests itself on the field. When I watched Willits for the first time in Low-A, the thing that stuck out to me most was how natural he looked. Willits looked like a big league caliber defender at shortstop already. While many young shortstops, even the defensively gifted ones make a lot of errors, Willits is already so secure. He only made 8 errors all season as an 18 year old.
#season #year
The 18 year old just finished his first professional season in style. Willits got promoted to Double-A for the last week of the season. While he only got to play three games, the last one was legendary. Willits had a four hit game which included his first AA home run and two stolen bases. It was an amazing final act to a wonderful season.
With Willits finishing the season in AA, he is putting himself in position to make a debut late in 2027. Despite being such a young player, Willits is remarkably polished. This comes from being the son of a big leaguer and being obsessed with the game ever since he could walk.
When I talked to Willits earlier this season, it was very clear that three things truly mattered to him. Eli Willits is all about family, faith and baseball. You will be hard pressed to find a more business-like 18 year old out there. As Willits put it, he grew up in an MLB clubhouse and it is easy to see that.
That baseball IQ manifests itself on the field. When I watched Willits for the first time in Low-A, the thing that stuck out to me most was how natural he looked. Willits looked like a big league caliber defender at shortstop already. While many young shortstops, even the defensively gifted ones make a lot of errors, Willits is already so secure. He only made 8 errors all season as an 18 year old.
#season #year
5 days ago
California football is on display in their ACC-opener, as the Golden Bears travel across the country, nearly 2,500 miles, entering a Week 2 matchup with Syracuse at the JMA Wireless Dome.
Cal is still in search of getting its first tally in the win column for first-year head coach Tosh Lupoi following their Week 1 loss against UCLA, 45-24.
There were many things to look back on for Cal between what went wrong, what went right and what they could've done better to give themselves a fighter's chance at taking down UCLA.
As a collective, the Golden Bears were in lockstep with the Bruins through three quarters where the game was tied at 24. However, a fourth-quarter collapse allowed UCLA to runoff three unanswered scores which ultimately sealed the fate for Cal.
As you tune into the matchup between Cal and 'Cuse, be on the lookout for the performance indicators from the Golden Bears.
#golden #went
Cal is still in search of getting its first tally in the win column for first-year head coach Tosh Lupoi following their Week 1 loss against UCLA, 45-24.
There were many things to look back on for Cal between what went wrong, what went right and what they could've done better to give themselves a fighter's chance at taking down UCLA.
As a collective, the Golden Bears were in lockstep with the Bruins through three quarters where the game was tied at 24. However, a fourth-quarter collapse allowed UCLA to runoff three unanswered scores which ultimately sealed the fate for Cal.
As you tune into the matchup between Cal and 'Cuse, be on the lookout for the performance indicators from the Golden Bears.
#golden #went
5 days ago
After coming back to Santiago Bernabeu with heaps of promise and an excellent loan spell at Lyon, Endrick's season hasn't really unfolded the way he was hoping for.
The Brazilian international's progress has been slowed by injuries and a lack of game-time. The fact that Real Madrid have landed on a brilliant deal by signing Carlos Espi doesn't help things either.
All of these factors have led to question marks over Endrick's future, with AS Roma credited with interest in the forward in the upcoming January transfer window.
According to English commentator Feargal Brennan (h/t Defensa Central), Jose Mourinho could reconsider his position on Endrick's future when the winter market opens.
Endrick's future at Real Madrid remains in doubt. (Photo by David Balogh/Getty Images)
#carlos
The Brazilian international's progress has been slowed by injuries and a lack of game-time. The fact that Real Madrid have landed on a brilliant deal by signing Carlos Espi doesn't help things either.
All of these factors have led to question marks over Endrick's future, with AS Roma credited with interest in the forward in the upcoming January transfer window.
According to English commentator Feargal Brennan (h/t Defensa Central), Jose Mourinho could reconsider his position on Endrick's future when the winter market opens.
Endrick's future at Real Madrid remains in doubt. (Photo by David Balogh/Getty Images)
#carlos
6 days ago
NEW YORK (AP) — Ninety Grand Slam tournaments have passed since Andy Roddick defeated Juan Carlos Ferrero in the 2003 final at Flushing Meadows. Since then, no other U.S. male player has managed to win the U.S. Open on home soil or any of the other three majors.
Apart from Argentina's Juan Martín del Potro at the 2009 U.S. Open and his compatriot Gastón Gaudio at the 2004 French Open, every champion across the world's four major tournaments has been European.
Frances Tiafoe or Ben Shelton — who face off in the U.S. Open semifinals on Friday night — could end this drought for American men.
"You know the history; it was the era of the 'Big Three' (Roger Federer, Rafael Nadal, Novak Djokovic) — something unmatched," Del Potro told reporters. "But American tennis has the potential to break this pattern. There are so many good players now with the potential to be Grand Slam champions, and I sincerely believe Tiafoe or Shelton can do it."
As the last Grand Slam champion born outside of Europe, Del Potro takes pride in walking the grounds of the U.S. Open.
#grand #potro #since
Apart from Argentina's Juan Martín del Potro at the 2009 U.S. Open and his compatriot Gastón Gaudio at the 2004 French Open, every champion across the world's four major tournaments has been European.
Frances Tiafoe or Ben Shelton — who face off in the U.S. Open semifinals on Friday night — could end this drought for American men.
"You know the history; it was the era of the 'Big Three' (Roger Federer, Rafael Nadal, Novak Djokovic) — something unmatched," Del Potro told reporters. "But American tennis has the potential to break this pattern. There are so many good players now with the potential to be Grand Slam champions, and I sincerely believe Tiafoe or Shelton can do it."
As the last Grand Slam champion born outside of Europe, Del Potro takes pride in walking the grounds of the U.S. Open.
#grand #potro #since
6 days ago
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For most who watched Manchester United's pre-season friendlies, one thing stood out clearly: in Andrey Santos, the club had signed an exceptionally talented midfielder.
The Brazilian proved an instant hit. He brought composure and **** urance to the engine room, constantly demanded the ball, dropped deep to receive it, and displayed an impressive passing range.
Many United fans also noted the excellent understanding he quickly developed with Mason Mount. Together, they formed a lively and effective partnership in the middle of the park.
Both having missed the World Cup and featuring heavily throughout pre-season, a Mount-Santos midfield looked the natural choice for Michael Carrick at the start of the campaign, while he gradually eased Kobbie Mainoo and Youri Tielemans into the side. However, Mount picked up an injury that derailed those plans.
#season
For most who watched Manchester United's pre-season friendlies, one thing stood out clearly: in Andrey Santos, the club had signed an exceptionally talented midfielder.
The Brazilian proved an instant hit. He brought composure and **** urance to the engine room, constantly demanded the ball, dropped deep to receive it, and displayed an impressive passing range.
Many United fans also noted the excellent understanding he quickly developed with Mason Mount. Together, they formed a lively and effective partnership in the middle of the park.
Both having missed the World Cup and featuring heavily throughout pre-season, a Mount-Santos midfield looked the natural choice for Michael Carrick at the start of the campaign, while he gradually eased Kobbie Mainoo and Youri Tielemans into the side. However, Mount picked up an injury that derailed those plans.
#season
7 days ago
When the New York Giants hired John Harbaugh as their next head coach back in January, many knew what was coming. The ship would be tightened quickly. Discipline would return, as would professionalism.
That doesn't apply only to players and coaches, though. Harbaugh has clamped down on certain access, such as video sharing and in-practice social media use, outlining the team's strategy. He sees them as corporate secrets, not for public consumption.
On Wednesday, Harbaugh took things a step further. When the Giants' media scrum began asking questions that he felt cut too close to the bone, he laid down the law.
"Let me just say this. I can just say this right now. We can put a stop to all these questions because I'm not going to tell you who's playing in the game," Harbaugh said in response to specific players' participation in practice and their status for this week's game versus Dallas," he said.
"I'm not going to tell you who's starting. I'm not going to tell you what package we have in. I'm not going to tell you what plays we're running. I'm not going to tell you any of that, okay? So, we can make it great and have a great press conference, or we can make it uncomfortable. But I'm not going to tell you because when you know, the Cowboys know, or every other team we play knows. And that's not in the competitive interest of our football team. Does that make sense? So, I think you can respect that."
#going #Giants #players #down
That doesn't apply only to players and coaches, though. Harbaugh has clamped down on certain access, such as video sharing and in-practice social media use, outlining the team's strategy. He sees them as corporate secrets, not for public consumption.
On Wednesday, Harbaugh took things a step further. When the Giants' media scrum began asking questions that he felt cut too close to the bone, he laid down the law.
"Let me just say this. I can just say this right now. We can put a stop to all these questions because I'm not going to tell you who's playing in the game," Harbaugh said in response to specific players' participation in practice and their status for this week's game versus Dallas," he said.
"I'm not going to tell you who's starting. I'm not going to tell you what package we have in. I'm not going to tell you what plays we're running. I'm not going to tell you any of that, okay? So, we can make it great and have a great press conference, or we can make it uncomfortable. But I'm not going to tell you because when you know, the Cowboys know, or every other team we play knows. And that's not in the competitive interest of our football team. Does that make sense? So, I think you can respect that."
#going #Giants #players #down
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Manchester United will take on Sabah on Thursday night as they welcome the Champions League back to Old Trafford for the first time since 2023.
The Red Devils have never played against the club before, as the Azerbaijan side was only formed in 2017.
Here are three plot lines to get the blood racing ahead of United's return to Europe's premier competition.
The Red Devils have never played against a team from Azerbaijan before, making this a historic tie.
#champions
Manchester United will take on Sabah on Thursday night as they welcome the Champions League back to Old Trafford for the first time since 2023.
The Red Devils have never played against the club before, as the Azerbaijan side was only formed in 2017.
Here are three plot lines to get the blood racing ahead of United's return to Europe's premier competition.
The Red Devils have never played against a team from Azerbaijan before, making this a historic tie.
#champions
11 days ago
The Phillies and Braves will square off on Sunday afternoon in the third game of their four-game series. The teams split the first two with the Braves winning on Friday and the Phillies rebounding to take the second game.
Aaron Nola will start for the Phillies. The veteran righty has been very good lately, going 3-1 with a 2.65 ERA in August.
Tyler Mahle goes for the Braves. The righthander was acquired via trade at the end of July and has been a solid addition to the Atlanta rotation with a 1.48 ERA in five post-trade starts.
Game time is 1:10 PM and will be televised locally by NBCSP.
#game #trade #sunday #Friday
Aaron Nola will start for the Phillies. The veteran righty has been very good lately, going 3-1 with a 2.65 ERA in August.
Tyler Mahle goes for the Braves. The righthander was acquired via trade at the end of July and has been a solid addition to the Atlanta rotation with a 1.48 ERA in five post-trade starts.
Game time is 1:10 PM and will be televised locally by NBCSP.
#game #trade #sunday #Friday
12 days ago
The Sacramento Kings' interest in Jalen Duren isn't going away, even if the Pistons have basically shut the door on a sign-and-trade for now. On the latest episode of ESPN's The Hoop Collective, Anthony Slater said GM Scott Perry has Duren's name "with highlighter pen" as a possible target, while also noting that Sacramento could create max cap ***** e next summer if Duren takes his $9.6 million qualifying offer and becomes an unrestricted free agent in 2027. The Kings already met with Duren earlier in free agency, so this isn't just random trade-machine talk.
The problem is Detroit. The Kings would like to sign-and-trade for Duren with Domantas Sabonis going the other way, per Tim MacMahon, but "that's not happening," because the Pistons have made it clear they aren't interested in moving their 22-year-old All-NBA center. Detroit reportedly wants Duren closer to $35.0 million per season, while his camp is looking for more than $40.0 million, and the Pistons still "absolutely, positively, 100%" intend to keep him despite that gap in "nasty" negotiations.
So if the Kings really want Duren now instead of waiting another year, Sabonis alone clearly isn't getting it done. They would need to make the return much bigger, probably bring in more teams to solve the salary issues, and give Detroit enough immediate talent and draft capital to at least reconsider its current position. This four-team framework with the Bucks and Raptors does exactly that, while landing Sacramento the young center they clearly want to build around.
Milwaukee Bucks Receive: Jakob Poeltl, Duncan Robinson, Ron Holland, 2027 second-round pick via Pistons, 2029 first-round pick via Raptors
Sacramento Kings Receive: Jalen Duren
#sacramento #pistons
The problem is Detroit. The Kings would like to sign-and-trade for Duren with Domantas Sabonis going the other way, per Tim MacMahon, but "that's not happening," because the Pistons have made it clear they aren't interested in moving their 22-year-old All-NBA center. Detroit reportedly wants Duren closer to $35.0 million per season, while his camp is looking for more than $40.0 million, and the Pistons still "absolutely, positively, 100%" intend to keep him despite that gap in "nasty" negotiations.
So if the Kings really want Duren now instead of waiting another year, Sabonis alone clearly isn't getting it done. They would need to make the return much bigger, probably bring in more teams to solve the salary issues, and give Detroit enough immediate talent and draft capital to at least reconsider its current position. This four-team framework with the Bucks and Raptors does exactly that, while landing Sacramento the young center they clearly want to build around.
Milwaukee Bucks Receive: Jakob Poeltl, Duncan Robinson, Ron Holland, 2027 second-round pick via Pistons, 2029 first-round pick via Raptors
Sacramento Kings Receive: Jalen Duren
#sacramento #pistons
12 days ago
Venice has only had two road games this year.
The Indians now have two overtime wins as well.
Venice downed longtime foe Lakeland 32-25 on Friday, Sept. 4, needing two extra periods of overtime to notch the win. The Indians won their other road game at Rabun Gap (Ga.) in overtime on Aug. 21.
The Indians jumped out to a 14-0 lead in the first quarter and looked primed to run away from the Dreadnaughts. Venice had no issues moving the ball in their first two possessions, scoring on a 4-yard carry from Dorien Jones, then cashing in on a Lakeland interception with an 8-yard touchdown run from Mike Blakely.
A lightning delay came right as the horn marked the end of the first quarter, and it could not have been timed better for Lakeland. With the Indians rolling and up two scores, the Dreadnaughts got a mini halftime to talk things over after the opening frame.
#lakeland
The Indians now have two overtime wins as well.
Venice downed longtime foe Lakeland 32-25 on Friday, Sept. 4, needing two extra periods of overtime to notch the win. The Indians won their other road game at Rabun Gap (Ga.) in overtime on Aug. 21.
The Indians jumped out to a 14-0 lead in the first quarter and looked primed to run away from the Dreadnaughts. Venice had no issues moving the ball in their first two possessions, scoring on a 4-yard carry from Dorien Jones, then cashing in on a Lakeland interception with an 8-yard touchdown run from Mike Blakely.
A lightning delay came right as the horn marked the end of the first quarter, and it could not have been timed better for Lakeland. With the Indians rolling and up two scores, the Dreadnaughts got a mini halftime to talk things over after the opening frame.
#lakeland
13 days ago
Friday, September 4 brings a football-packed day full of major headlines. From the eagerly awaited clash between Real Betis and Real Madrid at La Cartuja to key managerial moves, strategic renewals at FC Barcelona, and an emotional farewell in the Spanish national team, we round up the five main stories setting today's news agenda.
The standout match of the day pits the Verdiblancos against Los Blancos tonight at 21:00 at La Cartuja stadium. Betis are looking to make a statement after their latest stumble, while Madrid want to maintain their perfect run of victories before their European opener.
Carlo Ancelotti visited the Valdebebas facilities to reunite with his former players and watch the team at work. The Italian coach used the visit to wish the new coaching staff good luck in a season that is already approaching the start of Europe's top club competition.
In Barcelona, the absolute priority is securing Hamza Abdelkarim's future. FC Barcelona are working intensively to raise his release clause from €15 million to €150 million, thereby protecting their great attacking gem from the advances of Europe's biggest clubs.
Surprise around the Spanish national team. Marcos Llorente has made public his decision to step away from the national side, a stance he says he had been considering since before the last World Cup. The Atlético de Madrid player bids farewell with 27 caps, two World Cups, and one European Championship behind him.
#real #betis #cartuja #spanish
The standout match of the day pits the Verdiblancos against Los Blancos tonight at 21:00 at La Cartuja stadium. Betis are looking to make a statement after their latest stumble, while Madrid want to maintain their perfect run of victories before their European opener.
Carlo Ancelotti visited the Valdebebas facilities to reunite with his former players and watch the team at work. The Italian coach used the visit to wish the new coaching staff good luck in a season that is already approaching the start of Europe's top club competition.
In Barcelona, the absolute priority is securing Hamza Abdelkarim's future. FC Barcelona are working intensively to raise his release clause from €15 million to €150 million, thereby protecting their great attacking gem from the advances of Europe's biggest clubs.
Surprise around the Spanish national team. Marcos Llorente has made public his decision to step away from the national side, a stance he says he had been considering since before the last World Cup. The Atlético de Madrid player bids farewell with 27 caps, two World Cups, and one European Championship behind him.
#real #betis #cartuja #spanish
14 days ago
Veteran outside linebacker Von Miller will be playing the 2026 season with the Dallas Cowboys.
Although the 37-year-old is yet to even play for the Cowboys, he is already suggesting that Jerry Jones is not paying him what he deserves.
Miller was left to rue a huge missed opportunity last year after choosing to play for the Washington Commanders instead of the eventual Super Bowl winners, the Seattle Seahawks.
With his career nearing its conclusion, Miller has returned to the place where he was born as the Cowboys continue their defensive rebuild.
The veteran will provide a huge amount of experience to some of the new recruits.
#miller #veteran #although #jerry
Although the 37-year-old is yet to even play for the Cowboys, he is already suggesting that Jerry Jones is not paying him what he deserves.
Miller was left to rue a huge missed opportunity last year after choosing to play for the Washington Commanders instead of the eventual Super Bowl winners, the Seattle Seahawks.
With his career nearing its conclusion, Miller has returned to the place where he was born as the Cowboys continue their defensive rebuild.
The veteran will provide a huge amount of experience to some of the new recruits.
#miller #veteran #although #jerry
15 days ago
STUART, Florida (AP) — Tiger Woods entered a plea agreement Wednesday to a reckless driving charge following a rollover crash in March near his home in Florida.
The golf legend previously pleaded not guilty to a driving under the influence charge. Woods was arrested after his SUV clipped a truck and rolled over on its side on a beachside residential road on Jupiter Island. A sheriff's report said deputies found two pain pills in his pocket and he showed signs of impairment. He did a Breathalyzer test, which came out negative, but refused to take a urine test.
Woods, 50, appeared in a courtroom in Martin County, just north of Palm Beach County.
Neither Woods nor the person in the other vehicle were injured in the crash, according to officials. But his Land Rover caused $5,000 in damage to the truck, according to a police report. Woods had told a deputy that he was looking down at his phone and changing the radio station when he hit the truck.
Woods is among the most influential figures in golf, but his career has been derailed by multiple back and knee surgeries, car crashes and dependence on pain medication.
#Florida
The golf legend previously pleaded not guilty to a driving under the influence charge. Woods was arrested after his SUV clipped a truck and rolled over on its side on a beachside residential road on Jupiter Island. A sheriff's report said deputies found two pain pills in his pocket and he showed signs of impairment. He did a Breathalyzer test, which came out negative, but refused to take a urine test.
Woods, 50, appeared in a courtroom in Martin County, just north of Palm Beach County.
Neither Woods nor the person in the other vehicle were injured in the crash, according to officials. But his Land Rover caused $5,000 in damage to the truck, according to a police report. Woods had told a deputy that he was looking down at his phone and changing the radio station when he hit the truck.
Woods is among the most influential figures in golf, but his career has been derailed by multiple back and knee surgeries, car crashes and dependence on pain medication.
#Florida
16 days ago
AFC Wimbledon have signed goalkeeper Joe Bursik from Championship side Portsmouth, and defender Freddie Simmonds from Premier League side Brighton, both on loan for the rest of the season.
Bursik, 26, returns to Plough Lane, where he joined the academy as an eight-year-old before leaving for Stoke City aged 16.
He kept seven clean sheets in 16 Championship games for the Potters in 2020-21 before going on loan to Telford, Accrington, Doncaster and Peterborough.
Bursik signed for Pompey in September 2025, making 10 league appearances and starting against ***** nal in their 4-1 FA Cup third-round defeat at Fratton Park.
He told the Dons website: "It's great to be back. It's a bit of a full circle moment. Good feeling, good memories."
#wimbledon #portsmouth #freddie
Bursik, 26, returns to Plough Lane, where he joined the academy as an eight-year-old before leaving for Stoke City aged 16.
He kept seven clean sheets in 16 Championship games for the Potters in 2020-21 before going on loan to Telford, Accrington, Doncaster and Peterborough.
Bursik signed for Pompey in September 2025, making 10 league appearances and starting against ***** nal in their 4-1 FA Cup third-round defeat at Fratton Park.
He told the Dons website: "It's great to be back. It's a bit of a full circle moment. Good feeling, good memories."
#wimbledon #portsmouth #freddie
17 days ago
Ruben Hyppolite has been placed on injured reserve by the Chicago Bears after going unclaimed on waivers, according to Matt Zenitz of CBS Sports. Hyppolite was among the players who were waived and released on Sunday during the NFL's roster cutdown period. The Bears waived Hyppolite with an injury designation after getting hurt during training camp.
Hyppolite was a 2025 fourth-round pick out of Maryland and was seen by many draft experts as a reach. He didn't see much playing time as a rookie and when he eventually got on the field, injuries limited him. In seven games, Hyppolite totaled six tackles.
Going into the 2026 season, Hyppolite was competing with players such as Jack Sanborn and rookie Keyshaun Elliott for one of the reserve linebacker roles. He had seven tackles in two preseason games.
This article originally appeared on Bears Wire: Bears place LB Ruben Hyppolite on injured reserve
#hyppolite #reserve #going #seven
Hyppolite was a 2025 fourth-round pick out of Maryland and was seen by many draft experts as a reach. He didn't see much playing time as a rookie and when he eventually got on the field, injuries limited him. In seven games, Hyppolite totaled six tackles.
Going into the 2026 season, Hyppolite was competing with players such as Jack Sanborn and rookie Keyshaun Elliott for one of the reserve linebacker roles. He had seven tackles in two preseason games.
This article originally appeared on Bears Wire: Bears place LB Ruben Hyppolite on injured reserve
#hyppolite #reserve #going #seven
17 days ago
LAS VEGAS (AP) — Marcus Stokes threw for 223 yards and two touchdowns as Memphis rattled off the final 13 points to beat UNLV 27-21 on Saturday night in a season opener for both teams.
The win helped Charles Huff become the first Tigers head coach to win a road debut game.
Stokes completed 15 of 26 passes with no turnovers, while Jaylin Carter rushed for 97 yards and a touchdown on 15 carries.
UNLV took a 14-7 halftime lead behind Jackson Arnold, who threw a 38-yard touchdown pass to Tavian McNair and added a 6-yard touchdown run. The Rebels had won their previous 11 games when leading at the break, with their last loss coming against Syracuse on Oct. 4, 2024.
Stokes tied the game early in the third quarter with a 48-yard touchdown pass to Stonka Burnside, but Arnold answered with a 22-yard touchdown pass to Kayden McGee. Carter then scored on a 36-yard run to make it 21-all.
#game
The win helped Charles Huff become the first Tigers head coach to win a road debut game.
Stokes completed 15 of 26 passes with no turnovers, while Jaylin Carter rushed for 97 yards and a touchdown on 15 carries.
UNLV took a 14-7 halftime lead behind Jackson Arnold, who threw a 38-yard touchdown pass to Tavian McNair and added a 6-yard touchdown run. The Rebels had won their previous 11 games when leading at the break, with their last loss coming against Syracuse on Oct. 4, 2024.
Stokes tied the game early in the third quarter with a 48-yard touchdown pass to Stonka Burnside, but Arnold answered with a 22-yard touchdown pass to Kayden McGee. Carter then scored on a 36-yard run to make it 21-all.
#game
18 days ago
According to MARCA, Real Madrid veteran defender Antonio Rudiger has a strong chance of starting later today when the team take on Malaga at the Santiago Bernabeu.
After Germany were eliminated in the first knockout round of the 2026 FIFA World Cup on penalties against Paraguay, the senior centre-back went on holiday early. That allowed him to be involved in Mourinho's plans from the very beginning.
Yet, with the third league matchday approaching, he remains the only fit first-team outfield player, aside from the seven injured players, who has yet to feature.
Aware of the importance of making a strong start, the Portuguese tactician has wanted the centre of his defence to be a position of strength.
As a result, Ibrahima Konate and Dean Huijsen started both the matches against RCD Espanyol and Real Sociedad.
#real #team
After Germany were eliminated in the first knockout round of the 2026 FIFA World Cup on penalties against Paraguay, the senior centre-back went on holiday early. That allowed him to be involved in Mourinho's plans from the very beginning.
Yet, with the third league matchday approaching, he remains the only fit first-team outfield player, aside from the seven injured players, who has yet to feature.
Aware of the importance of making a strong start, the Portuguese tactician has wanted the centre of his defence to be a position of strength.
As a result, Ibrahima Konate and Dean Huijsen started both the matches against RCD Espanyol and Real Sociedad.
#real #team
18 days ago
Boys Soccer
Harrisburg Academy 3, Williams Valley 0
Williams Valley boys soccer started their season with 3-1 loss to Harrisburg Academy Friday afternoon in a non-league game.
Harrisburg Academy got on the board in the 26th minute on a Prajwal Mishra goal before Cullen Conner added a second nine minutes later on a penalty kick.
The Vikings' got on the board one minute later as Joe Rautzahn scored to make it a 2-1 game before Harrisburg Academy iced the game late in the second half with a goal from Sebastian Joya.
#game #williams #Soccer #goal
Harrisburg Academy 3, Williams Valley 0
Williams Valley boys soccer started their season with 3-1 loss to Harrisburg Academy Friday afternoon in a non-league game.
Harrisburg Academy got on the board in the 26th minute on a Prajwal Mishra goal before Cullen Conner added a second nine minutes later on a penalty kick.
The Vikings' got on the board one minute later as Joe Rautzahn scored to make it a 2-1 game before Harrisburg Academy iced the game late in the second half with a goal from Sebastian Joya.
#game #williams #Soccer #goal
19 days ago
Bradley Barcola (23) is set to travel for his medical ahead of completing a transfer to Liverpool in the next 24 hours after a total agreement was reached with Paris Saint-Germain, according to The Athletic. The French international forward has already reached an agreement on personal terms with the Premier League club.
Liverpool identified Barcola as one of their main targets to replace Mohamed Salah, who left on a free transfer this summer to join Trabzonspor. The former Lyon forward was keen on the move to Anfield with the opportunity for more regular playing time. The Reds are set to pay £107m upfront for the 23-year-old, with an extra £10m in performance-related add-ons included in the deal.
After the completion of medical tests, the forward will pen terms on a five-year contract at Anfield. Liverpool fans will be hoping he can add some much needed firepower to their attack in the absence of one of their greatest goalscorers ever.
GFFN | Liam Wraith
#forward
Liverpool identified Barcola as one of their main targets to replace Mohamed Salah, who left on a free transfer this summer to join Trabzonspor. The former Lyon forward was keen on the move to Anfield with the opportunity for more regular playing time. The Reds are set to pay £107m upfront for the 23-year-old, with an extra £10m in performance-related add-ons included in the deal.
After the completion of medical tests, the forward will pen terms on a five-year contract at Anfield. Liverpool fans will be hoping he can add some much needed firepower to their attack in the absence of one of their greatest goalscorers ever.
GFFN | Liam Wraith
#forward
20 days ago
Pape Matar Sarr hasn't been seen in a Tottenham shirt since preseason and there are plenty of rumors that both he and the club are looking for an exit from N17. According to Sky Sports France's Sascha Tavolieri, the club making a late push for Sarr is none other than our good friends Nottingham Forest.
Previous rumors suggested that Sarr had preferred a move to Monaco, which as a French speaking Senegalese dude makes a ton of sense and would be a good move for him. Tavolieri writes that the Monaco interest is real, but unlikely to happen before the last week of the season and is contingent on Monaco offloading American striker Folarin Balogun first. But staying in the Premier League would have its advantages as well.
The whole kerfluffle over Morgan Gibbs-White last summer seemingly hasn't dimmed Tottenham's relationship with Forest THAT much if they're still considering a a deal. A loan plus an option isn't the best outcome for Tottenham, but it beats keeping Sarr around if he's not going to play that much, which feels like the case. Honestly, Forest wouldn't be a terrible club for Sarr to land at — he's likely going to get more playing time there and Oliver Glasner is a pretty good coach with good midfield ideas. No guarantee that Forest's mobster-boss owner Evangelos Marinakis wouldn't sack Glasner in a fit of rage after three consecutive losses, either.
Tavolieri writes that Spurs are asking €25m (£21.5m) for Sarr, which is what caused Galatasaray to back down after they offered €18m. That's well within the budgets of both Monaco and Forest (especially Forest). It could come down to where Sarr ultimately wants to go. But at this point it's looking very likely that he WILL go. Somewhere.
#monaco #club #TOTTENHAM
Previous rumors suggested that Sarr had preferred a move to Monaco, which as a French speaking Senegalese dude makes a ton of sense and would be a good move for him. Tavolieri writes that the Monaco interest is real, but unlikely to happen before the last week of the season and is contingent on Monaco offloading American striker Folarin Balogun first. But staying in the Premier League would have its advantages as well.
The whole kerfluffle over Morgan Gibbs-White last summer seemingly hasn't dimmed Tottenham's relationship with Forest THAT much if they're still considering a a deal. A loan plus an option isn't the best outcome for Tottenham, but it beats keeping Sarr around if he's not going to play that much, which feels like the case. Honestly, Forest wouldn't be a terrible club for Sarr to land at — he's likely going to get more playing time there and Oliver Glasner is a pretty good coach with good midfield ideas. No guarantee that Forest's mobster-boss owner Evangelos Marinakis wouldn't sack Glasner in a fit of rage after three consecutive losses, either.
Tavolieri writes that Spurs are asking €25m (£21.5m) for Sarr, which is what caused Galatasaray to back down after they offered €18m. That's well within the budgets of both Monaco and Forest (especially Forest). It could come down to where Sarr ultimately wants to go. But at this point it's looking very likely that he WILL go. Somewhere.
#monaco #club #TOTTENHAM
21 days ago
Four Jackson State football players — Reid Pulliam, Kazaraius Bowie, BJ Washington and Tymon Wells — were granted temporary restraining orders in Hinds County Chancery Court on Aug. 27 to grant them eligibility for now.
The four sued the NCAA on Aug. 24 in an attempt to gain an extra year of eligibility after they weren't included for a fifth year in the NCAA's new age-based model.
The news comes two days before the Tigers begin their 2026 season at Tennessee State on Aug. 29 (7:30 p.m. CT, ESPN+).
The temporary restraining order, obtained by the Clarion Ledger, lasts for 10 days. Jackson State's home opener is Sept. 5 against Edward Waters.
The order also states the NCAA is temporarily restrained and enjoined from any and all action "that penalizes petitions or JSU as a result of the entry of this order or such participation."
#order #state #temporary #year
The four sued the NCAA on Aug. 24 in an attempt to gain an extra year of eligibility after they weren't included for a fifth year in the NCAA's new age-based model.
The news comes two days before the Tigers begin their 2026 season at Tennessee State on Aug. 29 (7:30 p.m. CT, ESPN+).
The temporary restraining order, obtained by the Clarion Ledger, lasts for 10 days. Jackson State's home opener is Sept. 5 against Edward Waters.
The order also states the NCAA is temporarily restrained and enjoined from any and all action "that penalizes petitions or JSU as a result of the entry of this order or such participation."
#order #state #temporary #year
21 days ago
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On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani — live from the Bernabeu! — goes live to break down Real Madrid's 4 – 1 win over Espanyol, including:
The performances of Jude Bellingham, Arda Güler, Vinicius Jr, Kylian Mbappe
Fede Valverde's performance in the double pivot
Bernardo Silva's defense
#podcast #sobhani
On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani — live from the Bernabeu! — goes live to break down Real Madrid's 4 – 1 win over Espanyol, including:
The performances of Jude Bellingham, Arda Güler, Vinicius Jr, Kylian Mbappe
Fede Valverde's performance in the double pivot
Bernardo Silva's defense
#podcast #sobhani
22 days ago
Pitcher Tyler Glasnow made his return to the Los Angeles Dodgers, taking the mound for the back-to-back World Series champions on Tuesday, Aug. 25.
He was activated Tuesday after dealing with back spasms since May.
"I like where he is at; he had a good rehab and threw the ball really well," Dodgers manager Dave Roberts told SportsNet LA before the road game against the Atlanta Braves. "Seeing him get into the sixth inning is our goal. Our bullpen is in a good spot, and I know Tyler's anxious to get back."
Glasnow allowed five hits and three earned runs while striking out seven in five innings pitched.
He quickly got reacquainted with the big-league setting, allowing three runs in the first inning. He settled in, though, and left the game with the score tied at 3.
#back #five #three
He was activated Tuesday after dealing with back spasms since May.
"I like where he is at; he had a good rehab and threw the ball really well," Dodgers manager Dave Roberts told SportsNet LA before the road game against the Atlanta Braves. "Seeing him get into the sixth inning is our goal. Our bullpen is in a good spot, and I know Tyler's anxious to get back."
Glasnow allowed five hits and three earned runs while striking out seven in five innings pitched.
He quickly got reacquainted with the big-league setting, allowing three runs in the first inning. He settled in, though, and left the game with the score tied at 3.
#back #five #three
23 days ago
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Rafael Devers hit a three-run homer in the second inning and the San Francisco Giants snapped a four-game losing streak by beating the Cincinnati Reds 5-0 on Monday night.
Jason Foley (1-1) worked 1 1/3 innings for the win after relieving lefty Carson Whisenhunt, who left in the third inning with pain in his pitching elbow. He was coming off an outing in which he surrendered a career-worst seven runs and nine hits over four innings of an 8-1 loss at Cleveland last Tuesday. He will have an MRI on Tuesday.
San Francisco leadoff hitter Drew Gilbert doubled in each of his first two at-bats on a cool night and well before the mist began hovering over the outfield in the middle innings.
The Giants began the game with four straight hits off right-hander Chase Burns (14-3), including Jung Hoo Lee's RBI single followed by a run-scoring double from Turner Hill in the first. Two of Burns' three losses this year have come in his last three outings.
There appeared to be no lingering ill will in the first meeting between the clubs since a three-game series at Cincinnati in mid-April that featured a benches-clearing brawl.
#cincinnati
Jason Foley (1-1) worked 1 1/3 innings for the win after relieving lefty Carson Whisenhunt, who left in the third inning with pain in his pitching elbow. He was coming off an outing in which he surrendered a career-worst seven runs and nine hits over four innings of an 8-1 loss at Cleveland last Tuesday. He will have an MRI on Tuesday.
San Francisco leadoff hitter Drew Gilbert doubled in each of his first two at-bats on a cool night and well before the mist began hovering over the outfield in the middle innings.
The Giants began the game with four straight hits off right-hander Chase Burns (14-3), including Jung Hoo Lee's RBI single followed by a run-scoring double from Turner Hill in the first. Two of Burns' three losses this year have come in his last three outings.
There appeared to be no lingering ill will in the first meeting between the clubs since a three-game series at Cincinnati in mid-April that featured a benches-clearing brawl.
#cincinnati
24 days ago
Liverpool need to watch out.
Because ***** nal aren't going away in this transfer battle over Bradley Barcola. The Paris Saint-Germain attacker - under contract until 2028 - is not going to play for Luis Enrique's side again until his future is sorted out.
Barcola, 23, is believed to be open to a move to Anfield should the two clubs be able to come to terms. The sticking point is - and always has been - PSG's valuation of the France international.
The two-time European champions want £145m for the winger - although there are signs that the fee may come down to around £120m in a final deal.
Nonetheless any dilly-dallying will result in a hijack from the Emirates. Mikel Arteta has got money burning a hole in his pocket after losing out on a deal for Vinicius Junior.
#arsenal
Because ***** nal aren't going away in this transfer battle over Bradley Barcola. The Paris Saint-Germain attacker - under contract until 2028 - is not going to play for Luis Enrique's side again until his future is sorted out.
Barcola, 23, is believed to be open to a move to Anfield should the two clubs be able to come to terms. The sticking point is - and always has been - PSG's valuation of the France international.
The two-time European champions want £145m for the winger - although there are signs that the fee may come down to around £120m in a final deal.
Nonetheless any dilly-dallying will result in a hijack from the Emirates. Mikel Arteta has got money burning a hole in his pocket after losing out on a deal for Vinicius Junior.
#arsenal
25 days ago
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - FEBRUARY 28: Morgan Frost #16 of the Calgary Flames skates with the puck against Quinton Byfield #55 of the Los Angeles Kings during the third period at Crypto.com Arena on February 28, 2026 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Ric Tapia/Getty Images) Getty
The Montreal Canadiens have spent much of the summer resisting the urge to force another major move.
A fresh trade possibility could give general manager Kent Hughes a way to strengthen the middle of his lineup without chasing one of the biggest names on the market.
Ken MacMillan of The Hockey Writers named the Calgary Flames as one of three teams Montreal could trade with during the preseason on Aug. 22, singling out Morgan Frost as an ideal fit for the Canadiens.
Frost is coming off a career year in Calgary.
#california #morgan #montreal #canadiens
The Montreal Canadiens have spent much of the summer resisting the urge to force another major move.
A fresh trade possibility could give general manager Kent Hughes a way to strengthen the middle of his lineup without chasing one of the biggest names on the market.
Ken MacMillan of The Hockey Writers named the Calgary Flames as one of three teams Montreal could trade with during the preseason on Aug. 22, singling out Morgan Frost as an ideal fit for the Canadiens.
Frost is coming off a career year in Calgary.
#california #morgan #montreal #canadiens
26 days ago
For the second time during the NFL preseason and Detroit training camp, Lions cornerback Ennis Rakestraw Jr. appears to have avoided a serious injury.
Rakestraw exited Lions training camp practice on Thursday to be evaluated for a potential lower leg injury. On Friday morning, Lions radio play-by-play voice and Fox 2 Detroit sports director Dan Miller reported that Rakestraw has an ankle injury and it's not expected to be serious.
Rakestraw's status for Saturday's preseason date against the Washington Commanders is in doubt, but the news that the third-year corner has avoided a major injury comes as a relief to the Lions.
Rakestraw also left the Lions' preseason opener at the Cincinnati Bengals last week after tackling running back Tahj Brooks. Rakestraw and Lions head coach Dan Campbell both said his injury against the Bengals wasn't anything major.
"Nah, not at all. I'll be back," Rakestraw told reporters after the Bengals preseason game when asked if it was something long-term.
#serious
Rakestraw exited Lions training camp practice on Thursday to be evaluated for a potential lower leg injury. On Friday morning, Lions radio play-by-play voice and Fox 2 Detroit sports director Dan Miller reported that Rakestraw has an ankle injury and it's not expected to be serious.
Rakestraw's status for Saturday's preseason date against the Washington Commanders is in doubt, but the news that the third-year corner has avoided a major injury comes as a relief to the Lions.
Rakestraw also left the Lions' preseason opener at the Cincinnati Bengals last week after tackling running back Tahj Brooks. Rakestraw and Lions head coach Dan Campbell both said his injury against the Bengals wasn't anything major.
"Nah, not at all. I'll be back," Rakestraw told reporters after the Bengals preseason game when asked if it was something long-term.
#serious
26 days ago
Another day, another fall practice for the Washington Huskies.
That's how it felt for the first hour or so as Jedd Fisch's team went through its fourth straight day of practice before the entire roster, and the majority of the coaching staff formed two lines in the middle of the field. On one end stood senior punter Hunter Green, and on the other stood defensive quality control coach Korey Rush and defensive tackle Darin Conley.
Green, fresh off an appearance on the Ray Guy Award watch list, sent a pair of end-over-end punts booming down towards first Rush, and then Conley, both of whom secured the kicks with ease. Rush's catch meant the coaching staff got the rest of the day off, while Conley's meant that the day was over for the players ahead of Saturday night's mock game.
The celebration at midfield, as you might imagine, was raucous.
With the second scrimmage of the fall on the horizon, it was a lighter day for the Huskies in a practice that mainly consisted of individual drills and special teams work, but secondary coach John Richardson's unit still showed up, as junior nickelback Rahshawn Clark made one of the more notable plays for the day.
#rush
That's how it felt for the first hour or so as Jedd Fisch's team went through its fourth straight day of practice before the entire roster, and the majority of the coaching staff formed two lines in the middle of the field. On one end stood senior punter Hunter Green, and on the other stood defensive quality control coach Korey Rush and defensive tackle Darin Conley.
Green, fresh off an appearance on the Ray Guy Award watch list, sent a pair of end-over-end punts booming down towards first Rush, and then Conley, both of whom secured the kicks with ease. Rush's catch meant the coaching staff got the rest of the day off, while Conley's meant that the day was over for the players ahead of Saturday night's mock game.
The celebration at midfield, as you might imagine, was raucous.
With the second scrimmage of the fall on the horizon, it was a lighter day for the Huskies in a practice that mainly consisted of individual drills and special teams work, but secondary coach John Richardson's unit still showed up, as junior nickelback Rahshawn Clark made one of the more notable plays for the day.
#rush
27 days ago
LAUSANNE, Switzerland (AP) — South African cyclist S'annara Grove has been provisionally suspended because of a failed doping test, the International Testing Agency said Friday.
Grove's sample collected on July 28 at the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow returned an "adverse ****** ytical finding" for ipamorelin, the ITA said.
Ipamorelin, prohibited in and out of competition, "is a synthetic peptide used to stimulate the body's natural production of growth hormone," the testing agency said.
The ITA said Grove, who didn't medal in her track cycling events at the Commonwealth Games, has been informed of the case and has the right to challenge the provisional suspension.
The 32-year-old Grove rides professionally for the Smurfit Westrock team and is listed as a competitor in the current Tour of Britain. The third stage of the race was Friday.
#Friday #games #testing #south
Grove's sample collected on July 28 at the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow returned an "adverse ****** ytical finding" for ipamorelin, the ITA said.
Ipamorelin, prohibited in and out of competition, "is a synthetic peptide used to stimulate the body's natural production of growth hormone," the testing agency said.
The ITA said Grove, who didn't medal in her track cycling events at the Commonwealth Games, has been informed of the case and has the right to challenge the provisional suspension.
The 32-year-old Grove rides professionally for the Smurfit Westrock team and is listed as a competitor in the current Tour of Britain. The third stage of the race was Friday.
#Friday #games #testing #south
28 days ago
The Big Ten is atop the college football world and the conference continues to recruit at a high level as a result. The updated 2027 Rivals300 rankings are loaded with prospects headed to a Big Ten program next year.
Of the 300 prospects featured in Rivals' latest update for the senior cycle, 89 of them are currently committed to a Big Ten school. All but three of the 18 league members — Rutgers, Iowa and Purdue — have a Rivals300 pledge in its 2027 class, as of Aug. 20.
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The usual suspects in the conference have classes filled with talent featured in the rankings. Ohio State and Oregon each have a dozen Rivals300 commits, while Michigan and USC have 11 and 10, respectively. Six other teams have at least five coming out of the summer.
So, who are the top prospects in the Rivals300 that are also committed to a Big Ten school? Six are currently five-stars. Rivals breaks down the top 10 in the conference as high school football gets underway across the nation this week:
#prospects #year
Of the 300 prospects featured in Rivals' latest update for the senior cycle, 89 of them are currently committed to a Big Ten school. All but three of the 18 league members — Rutgers, Iowa and Purdue — have a Rivals300 pledge in its 2027 class, as of Aug. 20.
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The usual suspects in the conference have classes filled with talent featured in the rankings. Ohio State and Oregon each have a dozen Rivals300 commits, while Michigan and USC have 11 and 10, respectively. Six other teams have at least five coming out of the summer.
So, who are the top prospects in the Rivals300 that are also committed to a Big Ten school? Six are currently five-stars. Rivals breaks down the top 10 in the conference as high school football gets underway across the nation this week:
#prospects #year
