1 month ago
The early non-conference season continues to bring a mixed bag for Northwestern (2-3). At one moment, it seems to thrive and have its way, and at others, it seems lost.
That's exactly what the 'Cats trip to Starkville looked like last week, handing Alabama (3-1) its first loss of the season before being dispatched by Mississippi State (4-1). These contests showed both sides of the coin when it comes to Wildcat volleyball.
Let's not waste time. Here are your three major takeaways from the weekend.
It's Lauren Dignan's time. She donned the libero jersey in both contests this week. That's not to say Drew Wright or Gigi Navarette will be tossed aside, but its clear that Tim Nollan believes in who he's recruited as the future of that position. 2025 was her year to learn the machine, 2026 is her year to take the wheel.
The Mara Štiglic-Bella Bullington partnership is starting to settle into place. Štiglic led the team with 36 kills while Bullington followed with 26. The rapid growth of success for these two feels of utmost importance, Bullington basically undertaking Rylen Reid's role in the system from a year ago and Štiglic learning the system in its entirety.
#contests #time
That's exactly what the 'Cats trip to Starkville looked like last week, handing Alabama (3-1) its first loss of the season before being dispatched by Mississippi State (4-1). These contests showed both sides of the coin when it comes to Wildcat volleyball.
Let's not waste time. Here are your three major takeaways from the weekend.
It's Lauren Dignan's time. She donned the libero jersey in both contests this week. That's not to say Drew Wright or Gigi Navarette will be tossed aside, but its clear that Tim Nollan believes in who he's recruited as the future of that position. 2025 was her year to learn the machine, 2026 is her year to take the wheel.
The Mara Štiglic-Bella Bullington partnership is starting to settle into place. Štiglic led the team with 36 kills while Bullington followed with 26. The rapid growth of success for these two feels of utmost importance, Bullington basically undertaking Rylen Reid's role in the system from a year ago and Štiglic learning the system in its entirety.
#contests #time
1 month ago
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have relocated their two children to the UK for an "extended stay" while choosing to retain their stateside residence, an impressive $29 million estate in the star-studded enclave of Montecito. A fresh property has hit the market, and it's just a few minutes' drive from the Sussexes' private abode.
The property has been highlighted by Montecito Journal, as it reported on the growing number of residences that have been listed for sale in the past month.
The home sits at 802 West Park Lane and is on the market for a dazzling $11,350,000. It's a unique one-floored property with standout features like a pool and spa. Not to mention the guest suites and sweeping sea views.
Montecito is a popular spot (@ Corbis via Getty Images)
The website explains it also has "a formal gated entrance and secondary gated access," proving that security is of utmost importance for the types of clients who would settle here.
#montecito #property #harry
The property has been highlighted by Montecito Journal, as it reported on the growing number of residences that have been listed for sale in the past month.
The home sits at 802 West Park Lane and is on the market for a dazzling $11,350,000. It's a unique one-floored property with standout features like a pool and spa. Not to mention the guest suites and sweeping sea views.
Montecito is a popular spot (@ Corbis via Getty Images)
The website explains it also has "a formal gated entrance and secondary gated access," proving that security is of utmost importance for the types of clients who would settle here.
#montecito #property #harry
1 month ago
The Ravens released several players they likely want to re-sign to their practice squad over the weekend, but most are subject to waivers. All 31 teams will have a chance to claim them, in reverse order of last year's standings.
Waivers are set to process at 1 p.m. ET. Here are Baltimore's biggest risks, according to Beatdown's staff.
Dustin's take: The biggest waiver risks for me would be Robert Longerbeam, Adisa Isaac, and Rayshaun Benny. Longerbeam had a very strong preseason in his rebound from a season-ending injury that derailed his rookie season before it began last year. He deserved to make the roster, but the Ravens had too many quality cornerbacks ahead of him. Cornerback depth is of utmost importance in the NFL, so it would not surprise me to see someone claim Longerbeam. Isaac has the pedigree of being a former third-rounder, but injuries have kept him from showcasing his potential so far. I am sure that at least one team will be willing to take a chance on a young athletic pass rusher like Isaac. Similar to Longerbeam, Benny was victim to a loaded position group. Benny played well this preseason, but the team decided to go with Aeneas Peebles as the final defensive lineman over Benny, which is a decision I support.
Zach's take: The Ravens have five main guys I want on the practice squad that I'm worried about getting claimed. The first is recent seventh-round pick defensive tackle Rayshaun Benny, who flashed a bit during the preseason but not enough to steal a spot from Broderick Washington. Benny has pass potential on a brand new rookie contract so there's a chance somebody with lacking defensive line depth could put in a claim. The next is offensive tackle Gerald Lichtenhan. He was maybe the most steady offensive lineman during the preseason and a guy they had last year as well. Offensive line depth is always a luxury in the NFL, so it wouldn't be too shocking to see somebody grab him. Next is the pair of pass rushers the Ravens waived, Adisa Isaac and Kaimon Rucker. Both flashed plenty in the preseason and had sacks but Ethan Burke simply made more plays and impacts more phases of the game. I think at least one of these guys gets claimed, likely Isaac, but hopefully the Ravens can get back at least one, if not both on the practice squad. Lastly, cornerback Robert Longerbeam finally had a chance to show what he could do after suffering an injury during his rookie year last preseason. He showed great coverage and open field tackling ability and I think a team would be lucky to grab him as depth. But hopefully the Ravens can sneak last years draft pick back on their practice squad.
Now, it's time to see if any Ravens get claimed off waivers! Keep up with the latest updates in our tracker and let us know which ones you will miss the most in the comments section!
#longerbeam #preseason #last #squad
Waivers are set to process at 1 p.m. ET. Here are Baltimore's biggest risks, according to Beatdown's staff.
Dustin's take: The biggest waiver risks for me would be Robert Longerbeam, Adisa Isaac, and Rayshaun Benny. Longerbeam had a very strong preseason in his rebound from a season-ending injury that derailed his rookie season before it began last year. He deserved to make the roster, but the Ravens had too many quality cornerbacks ahead of him. Cornerback depth is of utmost importance in the NFL, so it would not surprise me to see someone claim Longerbeam. Isaac has the pedigree of being a former third-rounder, but injuries have kept him from showcasing his potential so far. I am sure that at least one team will be willing to take a chance on a young athletic pass rusher like Isaac. Similar to Longerbeam, Benny was victim to a loaded position group. Benny played well this preseason, but the team decided to go with Aeneas Peebles as the final defensive lineman over Benny, which is a decision I support.
Zach's take: The Ravens have five main guys I want on the practice squad that I'm worried about getting claimed. The first is recent seventh-round pick defensive tackle Rayshaun Benny, who flashed a bit during the preseason but not enough to steal a spot from Broderick Washington. Benny has pass potential on a brand new rookie contract so there's a chance somebody with lacking defensive line depth could put in a claim. The next is offensive tackle Gerald Lichtenhan. He was maybe the most steady offensive lineman during the preseason and a guy they had last year as well. Offensive line depth is always a luxury in the NFL, so it wouldn't be too shocking to see somebody grab him. Next is the pair of pass rushers the Ravens waived, Adisa Isaac and Kaimon Rucker. Both flashed plenty in the preseason and had sacks but Ethan Burke simply made more plays and impacts more phases of the game. I think at least one of these guys gets claimed, likely Isaac, but hopefully the Ravens can get back at least one, if not both on the practice squad. Lastly, cornerback Robert Longerbeam finally had a chance to show what he could do after suffering an injury during his rookie year last preseason. He showed great coverage and open field tackling ability and I think a team would be lucky to grab him as depth. But hopefully the Ravens can sneak last years draft pick back on their practice squad.
Now, it's time to see if any Ravens get claimed off waivers! Keep up with the latest updates in our tracker and let us know which ones you will miss the most in the comments section!
#longerbeam #preseason #last #squad
1 month ago
He's the "aerial **** assin" who's widely seen as the best pro wrestler of the last decade, but Will Ospreay is keen to point out that it's not come from him.
"It's a statement that's been given to me by guys that I have the utmost respect for," he says.
"But you know me, I don't like tooting my own trumpet too much."
The professional wrestler started his career in the UK before making his name in Asia with New **** an Pro-Wrestling (NJPW).
He also wrestled in the US before signing for All Elite Wrestling - or AEW - which is what brings him back home to the UK this weekend.
#elite #assassin
"It's a statement that's been given to me by guys that I have the utmost respect for," he says.
"But you know me, I don't like tooting my own trumpet too much."
The professional wrestler started his career in the UK before making his name in Asia with New **** an Pro-Wrestling (NJPW).
He also wrestled in the US before signing for All Elite Wrestling - or AEW - which is what brings him back home to the UK this weekend.
#elite #assassin
1 month ago
Fabrizio Romano has ******* ured Manchester United fans that the club are still actively doing their utmost to bring in a left-back before the transfer deadline.
Having completed the much-needed midfield rebuild, INEOS have now turned their attention to bolstering Michael Carrick's backline.
(Photo via MUFCMpb)
However, after shelling out £148 million upfront for the arrivals of Andrey Santos (£48m), Carlos Baleba (£65m) and Youri Tielemans (£35m), the budget is limited in these final days.
The Reds have accepted that a deal for first-choice target Lewis Hall is not feasible this summer, partly due to the fee he would command, but primarily because of Newcastle United deeming him off-limits.
#romano #santos
Having completed the much-needed midfield rebuild, INEOS have now turned their attention to bolstering Michael Carrick's backline.
(Photo via MUFCMpb)
However, after shelling out £148 million upfront for the arrivals of Andrey Santos (£48m), Carlos Baleba (£65m) and Youri Tielemans (£35m), the budget is limited in these final days.
The Reds have accepted that a deal for first-choice target Lewis Hall is not feasible this summer, partly due to the fee he would command, but primarily because of Newcastle United deeming him off-limits.
#romano #santos
2 months ago
Real Madrid made it back-to-back victories in La Liga, securing a stylish 4-1 win against Real Sociedad at the Santiago Bernabeu.
After a cagey first half that saw the scores level, Los Blancos came back from the break and picked apart the Basque club with utmost ease.
A hat-trick from Kylian Mbappe and a goal from Vinicius Junior would have enthralled Bernabeu fans, but there was a more interesting aspect beyond just the goals.
According to Mundo Deportivo, the victory over Sociedad offered perhaps the clearest indication yet of what Jose Mourinho wants from his attack.
Their superstar attacking trio, Mbappe, Vinicius and Jude Bellingham, showed how effective they can be while functioning as a unit.
#real #blancos
After a cagey first half that saw the scores level, Los Blancos came back from the break and picked apart the Basque club with utmost ease.
A hat-trick from Kylian Mbappe and a goal from Vinicius Junior would have enthralled Bernabeu fans, but there was a more interesting aspect beyond just the goals.
According to Mundo Deportivo, the victory over Sociedad offered perhaps the clearest indication yet of what Jose Mourinho wants from his attack.
Their superstar attacking trio, Mbappe, Vinicius and Jude Bellingham, showed how effective they can be while functioning as a unit.
#real #blancos
2 months ago
It's really something to see a true one-of-one. The first time it really stuck, it really happened to me, was Usain Bolt in 2008 in Beijing. With all due respect to what Michael Phelps did in those Olympics, there's something primal about the 100m dash, something we've been doing as a species since Urk bragged to Gru he could get to that rock over there first. It was quite something for 14-year-old Joshua to see the seven fastest men in the world three steps behind this freak — and I say that with the utmost admiration.
Of course Bolt did that two more times in those Games, then broke his own record at the World Championships in Berlin a year later—still the fastest time ever recorded—and then in London, and just for good measure took home the gold in the 100m and 200m in Rio in 2016. The greatest sprinter of all time and a 100th-percentile outcome for what the human body can be. Bolt went out with a whimper though, pulling up lame in the 4x100m relay final at the 2017 World Championships. A hamstring injury mid-race spelled the end of one of sports' great, fiery comets.
You almost never get to go out on your own terms, especially in athletics. Eventually, your body—the thing that earned you a living, the thing that elevated you over pretty much the entire global population—lets you down. Giancarlo Stanton is also a true one-of-one. You could make a compelling argument that ****** ody in the history of baseball has boasted his raw power. Perhaps ****** ody in the sport has ever had so many home runs where the defenders simply didn't move upon contact:
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And of course, like A-Rod in 2009, there's a very good chance the Yankees don't even make the World Series in '24 if Stanton doesn't hammer the ball like he can. Cleveland in particular had no answer whatsoever to the ALCS MVP, who showered Guardians pitching with four clutch homers. He had a 1.048 OPS that postseason and likely walks away with 18 career playoff homers and a .926 OPS in 202 plate appearances.
#time #championships #stanton #true
Of course Bolt did that two more times in those Games, then broke his own record at the World Championships in Berlin a year later—still the fastest time ever recorded—and then in London, and just for good measure took home the gold in the 100m and 200m in Rio in 2016. The greatest sprinter of all time and a 100th-percentile outcome for what the human body can be. Bolt went out with a whimper though, pulling up lame in the 4x100m relay final at the 2017 World Championships. A hamstring injury mid-race spelled the end of one of sports' great, fiery comets.
You almost never get to go out on your own terms, especially in athletics. Eventually, your body—the thing that earned you a living, the thing that elevated you over pretty much the entire global population—lets you down. Giancarlo Stanton is also a true one-of-one. You could make a compelling argument that ****** ody in the history of baseball has boasted his raw power. Perhaps ****** ody in the sport has ever had so many home runs where the defenders simply didn't move upon contact:
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And of course, like A-Rod in 2009, there's a very good chance the Yankees don't even make the World Series in '24 if Stanton doesn't hammer the ball like he can. Cleveland in particular had no answer whatsoever to the ALCS MVP, who showered Guardians pitching with four clutch homers. He had a 1.048 OPS that postseason and likely walks away with 18 career playoff homers and a .926 OPS in 202 plate appearances.
#time #championships #stanton #true
2 months ago
South Korean carmaker KG Mobility (KGM) has entered the Myanmar market through a partnership with Super Seven Stars (SSS) Group, launching an electric vehicle (EV) line-up locally.
Under the arrangement, SSS Group – described as Myanmar's "first private" automobile company – will handle local production and sales of two models, the Torres EVX and Musso EV.
According to a translated version of the statement, KGM has set a target of supplying 1,000 vehicles to the Myanmar market over the course of this year through the tie-up.
The Myanmar launch represents the initial step in KGM's broader push into knock-down (KD) operations, a strategy the company intends to roll out in further markets, including Saudi Arabia and Vietnam, in the period ahead.
KGM Chairman Jae-Sun Kwak said: "Myanmar is a growing market with a developing automotive industry, and customers place the utmost importance on practicality and durability, along with automotive design, taking into account road conditions, family travel, and personal business situations.
#market #group #south
Under the arrangement, SSS Group – described as Myanmar's "first private" automobile company – will handle local production and sales of two models, the Torres EVX and Musso EV.
According to a translated version of the statement, KGM has set a target of supplying 1,000 vehicles to the Myanmar market over the course of this year through the tie-up.
The Myanmar launch represents the initial step in KGM's broader push into knock-down (KD) operations, a strategy the company intends to roll out in further markets, including Saudi Arabia and Vietnam, in the period ahead.
KGM Chairman Jae-Sun Kwak said: "Myanmar is a growing market with a developing automotive industry, and customers place the utmost importance on practicality and durability, along with automotive design, taking into account road conditions, family travel, and personal business situations.
#market #group #south
2 months ago
Cagliari striker Yael Trepy is in intensive care in hospital after he reportedly lost consciousness in a swimming pool in Sardinia.
On Monday, Cagliari released a statement to say the 20-year-old is being treated at Santissima Annunziata Civil Hospital in Sassari.
Sardinian newspaper Unione Sarda reported that Trepy was airlifted to hospital after the incident at a villa on Sunday afternoon.
"The club is in constant contact with the healthcare facility and the player's family and is closely monitoring the progress of his condition," said Cagliari.
"At this time, Cagliari Calcio's thoughts are with Yael and his family. The club also requests the utmost respect for their privacy and will provide any updates when available."
#family #santissima #annunziata
On Monday, Cagliari released a statement to say the 20-year-old is being treated at Santissima Annunziata Civil Hospital in Sassari.
Sardinian newspaper Unione Sarda reported that Trepy was airlifted to hospital after the incident at a villa on Sunday afternoon.
"The club is in constant contact with the healthcare facility and the player's family and is closely monitoring the progress of his condition," said Cagliari.
"At this time, Cagliari Calcio's thoughts are with Yael and his family. The club also requests the utmost respect for their privacy and will provide any updates when available."
#family #santissima #annunziata
2 months ago
Cagliari striker Yael Trepy, 20, is in intensive care after nearly drowning in a swimming pool: 'The club asks for the utmost respect' for his privacy.
Cagliari striker Trepy has been hospitalised after an incident in Porto Cervo.
"Cagliari Calcio announce that the player Yael Trepy is currently hospitalised in the intensive care unit at the Santissima Annunziata Hospital in Sassari," the Rossoblu said on Monday.
"The club is in constant contact with the medical facility and the player's family and is closely monitoring the evolution of his condition.
"At this time, all of Cagliari Calcio's thoughts are with Yael and his family. The club asks for the utmost respect for their privacy and will provide any updates when they become available."
#trepy #care #asks #utmost
Cagliari striker Trepy has been hospitalised after an incident in Porto Cervo.
"Cagliari Calcio announce that the player Yael Trepy is currently hospitalised in the intensive care unit at the Santissima Annunziata Hospital in Sassari," the Rossoblu said on Monday.
"The club is in constant contact with the medical facility and the player's family and is closely monitoring the evolution of his condition.
"At this time, all of Cagliari Calcio's thoughts are with Yael and his family. The club asks for the utmost respect for their privacy and will provide any updates when they become available."
#trepy #care #asks #utmost
2 months ago
After being granted a fifth year of NCAA eligibility by a recent court ruling, Tavion Banks announced he would play elsewhere next season, but also took time to thank the loyal and passionate Iowa basketball fans.
The court decision in question came from Judge Charlotte Sweeney of the U.S. District Court of Colorado, who granted a preliminary injunction on Friday declaring all class of 2022 athletes who had exhausted their fourth season of college eligibility this spring eligible for a fifth season this upcoming school year.
Despite the decision to continue his collegiate career outside of a Hawkeyes uniform, Banks expressed utmost gratitude towards the fans' unwavering support and passion that made Iowa such a special place to him.
"And to the best fan base in the country-thank you for embracing me, supporting me through every high and low, and showing unconditional love from day one. Your energy and passion made every game special, and I'll never forget what it felt like to wear Iowa across my chest. Much love to you all. Thank you for everything. Forever gratefully," Banks wrote in an Instagram post on Sunday.
After following head coach Ben McCollum, along with five other players, from Drake to Iowa last season, the Kansas City, Missouri, native averaged 10.2 points and 4.6 rebounds per game on 52% field goal shooting, 44.2% 3-point accuracy, and 79.2% shooting from the free-throw line in 35 starts across 37 games.
#banks #thank #eligibility
The court decision in question came from Judge Charlotte Sweeney of the U.S. District Court of Colorado, who granted a preliminary injunction on Friday declaring all class of 2022 athletes who had exhausted their fourth season of college eligibility this spring eligible for a fifth season this upcoming school year.
Despite the decision to continue his collegiate career outside of a Hawkeyes uniform, Banks expressed utmost gratitude towards the fans' unwavering support and passion that made Iowa such a special place to him.
"And to the best fan base in the country-thank you for embracing me, supporting me through every high and low, and showing unconditional love from day one. Your energy and passion made every game special, and I'll never forget what it felt like to wear Iowa across my chest. Much love to you all. Thank you for everything. Forever gratefully," Banks wrote in an Instagram post on Sunday.
After following head coach Ben McCollum, along with five other players, from Drake to Iowa last season, the Kansas City, Missouri, native averaged 10.2 points and 4.6 rebounds per game on 52% field goal shooting, 44.2% 3-point accuracy, and 79.2% shooting from the free-throw line in 35 starts across 37 games.
#banks #thank #eligibility
2 months ago
Saltburn Cricket Club have suspended a player, humorously called "Clicky Ponting", after he was accused of cheating during a local league match by clicking his fingers to make it sound like the batter had edged the ball.
The incident, which happened during Saltburn's second XI win over Norton, went viral on social media after video footage appeared to show the fielder making the sound just before the wicketkeeper completed the catch.
The umpire gave the batter out, sparking widespread criticism online.
Responding to the controversy, Saltburn Cricket Club, an English outfit, said they were taking the allegations seriously and had suspended the player while an investigation is underway.
In a statement, the club said, "We are treating this allegation with the utmost seriousness and, as a family-centric club, we are fully cooperating with the NYS League's investigation."
The statement added, "The player at the centre of the complaint has been suspended and will not play again for the club this season or in the foreseeable future, pending the outcome of this investigation."
Saltburn have also withdrawn from their second-team cup match against Marton as the investigation continues. Club officials have already spoken with league representatives and said the situation has been difficult for everyone involved.
They added, "This has been a very distressing and stressful experience for all those concerned, and we would ask that this reality is borne in mind and that personal boundaries are respected, as we are an amateur club entirely run by volunteers."
The viral clip has now been viewed more than 7.5 million times on X, with several well-known figures criticising the alleged act.
#match
The incident, which happened during Saltburn's second XI win over Norton, went viral on social media after video footage appeared to show the fielder making the sound just before the wicketkeeper completed the catch.
The umpire gave the batter out, sparking widespread criticism online.
Responding to the controversy, Saltburn Cricket Club, an English outfit, said they were taking the allegations seriously and had suspended the player while an investigation is underway.
In a statement, the club said, "We are treating this allegation with the utmost seriousness and, as a family-centric club, we are fully cooperating with the NYS League's investigation."
The statement added, "The player at the centre of the complaint has been suspended and will not play again for the club this season or in the foreseeable future, pending the outcome of this investigation."
Saltburn have also withdrawn from their second-team cup match against Marton as the investigation continues. Club officials have already spoken with league representatives and said the situation has been difficult for everyone involved.
They added, "This has been a very distressing and stressful experience for all those concerned, and we would ask that this reality is borne in mind and that personal boundaries are respected, as we are an amateur club entirely run by volunteers."
The viral clip has now been viewed more than 7.5 million times on X, with several well-known figures criticising the alleged act.
#match
2 months ago
There are many contributing factors to success in today's college football landscape. The Indiana Hoosiers won the national championship last season, with experience being one of their biggest **** ets. Lincoln Riley and the USC Trojans are hoping their immense experience this season on both sides of the ball will contribute to similar success.
In a recent tweet, OnSI Reporter Olivia Cleary spotlights Lincoln Riley's thoughts on his roster this season. Here is what he had to say:
"We have one of the most experienced groups in the country in terms of returning starters, returning a starting quarterback, both starting running backs, and an offensive line and defensive line that I think have depth and talent unlike any of my first four years at USC."
The most important trait in a championship team in college football is experience. Continuity matters, and the Trojans have a ton of that on both sides of the ball. Mix in some talented newcomers and some transfers that should make an immediate impact. The Trojans' roster this upcoming season should make them a quality team and a force this season in the Big Ten. Lincoln Riley has the utmost confidence in his team this upcoming year.
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#Trojans #team #follow #college
In a recent tweet, OnSI Reporter Olivia Cleary spotlights Lincoln Riley's thoughts on his roster this season. Here is what he had to say:
"We have one of the most experienced groups in the country in terms of returning starters, returning a starting quarterback, both starting running backs, and an offensive line and defensive line that I think have depth and talent unlike any of my first four years at USC."
The most important trait in a championship team in college football is experience. Continuity matters, and the Trojans have a ton of that on both sides of the ball. Mix in some talented newcomers and some transfers that should make an immediate impact. The Trojans' roster this upcoming season should make them a quality team and a force this season in the Big Ten. Lincoln Riley has the utmost confidence in his team this upcoming year.
Contact/Follow TrojansWire on X (formerly Twitter) and like our page on Facebook to follow ongoing coverage of USC Trojans news, notes and opinion.
#Trojans #team #follow #college
3 months ago
The San Diego Padres have six games before the trade deadline on Aug. 3 and that means that each game will be critical to determine whether the team will be a buyer or a seller. The first of those six games is tonight against the Colorado Rockies, and the cellar-dwelling NL West rival would love nothing more than to take down the Padres in two games before the San Francisco Giants come to town for a four-game set.
San Diego is coming off a three-game sweep of the Miami Marlins, which allowed them to catch and pass a team they are battling with for a National League Wild Card position. There is still more to do for the Padres and while the games against the Rockies will not allow them to knock off another team in front of them winning these games is still of utmost importance.
San Diego gained a half-game on the Arizona Diamondbacks without even taking the field on Monday. The hope is the momentum gained from the way the Padres finished their 5-5 road trip can continue and send them into a deadline decision with their best winning streak of the season under their belt. San Diego will have an opportunity to continue that potential streak tonight against the Rockies at Petco Park at 6:40 p.m.
Padres News:
Padres take new approach to pitching and finish road trip at .500.
#game #team #take #still
San Diego is coming off a three-game sweep of the Miami Marlins, which allowed them to catch and pass a team they are battling with for a National League Wild Card position. There is still more to do for the Padres and while the games against the Rockies will not allow them to knock off another team in front of them winning these games is still of utmost importance.
San Diego gained a half-game on the Arizona Diamondbacks without even taking the field on Monday. The hope is the momentum gained from the way the Padres finished their 5-5 road trip can continue and send them into a deadline decision with their best winning streak of the season under their belt. San Diego will have an opportunity to continue that potential streak tonight against the Rockies at Petco Park at 6:40 p.m.
Padres News:
Padres take new approach to pitching and finish road trip at .500.
#game #team #take #still
3 months ago
The regional administrative authority in Madrid has withdrawn Spanish top-flight club Rayo Vallecano's right to use the Vallecas stadium in order to begin urgent renovation work. This comes just under two weeks before the start of the season, even though the inadequate conditions have long been known.
"There is no way to guarantee that nothing can happen," explained the Regional Minister for Culture, Tourism and Sport, Mariano de Paco.
The immediate consequence is that Rayo will not be able to start the season in its own stadium. The authority gives no exact details, but ***** umes that the renovation work will take "months" and plans to begin "as early as tomorrow."
The regional government is making this decision to "ensure people's safety" and says the work will address possible problems related to fire safety or sanitation. "We will act with the utmost urgency and try to make it happen in the shortest possible time," the minister announced.
Rayo Vallecano uses the municipal stadium under a right-of-use agreement; it is not owned by this year's Conference League finalist.
#work #right #begin
"There is no way to guarantee that nothing can happen," explained the Regional Minister for Culture, Tourism and Sport, Mariano de Paco.
The immediate consequence is that Rayo will not be able to start the season in its own stadium. The authority gives no exact details, but ***** umes that the renovation work will take "months" and plans to begin "as early as tomorrow."
The regional government is making this decision to "ensure people's safety" and says the work will address possible problems related to fire safety or sanitation. "We will act with the utmost urgency and try to make it happen in the shortest possible time," the minister announced.
Rayo Vallecano uses the municipal stadium under a right-of-use agreement; it is not owned by this year's Conference League finalist.
#work #right #begin
3 months ago
Washington Commanders wide receiver Terry McLaurin is one of the longest-tenured players on the roster. He was drafted by the organization in 2019 and hasn't looked back. Even in the midst of the Dan Snyder drama, McLaurin is one of a handful of players who stuck around when things got hard.
Last season, McLaurin's loyalty was rewarded with a three-year contract extension worth an average of $29 million per year. The biggest problem McLaurin has (and has had since he was drafted) is that he doesn't have a counterpart to take some of the workload. Sure, there are other receivers on the roster, but McLaurin has been tasked with carrying the bulk of the workload his entire career.
Recently, McLaurin was asked about the wide receivers' room and if the Commanders should add another receiver. He replied in typical McLaurin fashion.
"Yeah, that's not really my job to add or subtract on the team," McLaurin replied. "My job is to embrace whoever they bring in. If they bring someone in, if they don't bring anybody in, I have the utmost confidence that the guys in our room are going to step it up."
McLaurin goes on to discuss how the NFL presents opportunities and that guys step up, "every single time."
#Commanders
Last season, McLaurin's loyalty was rewarded with a three-year contract extension worth an average of $29 million per year. The biggest problem McLaurin has (and has had since he was drafted) is that he doesn't have a counterpart to take some of the workload. Sure, there are other receivers on the roster, but McLaurin has been tasked with carrying the bulk of the workload his entire career.
Recently, McLaurin was asked about the wide receivers' room and if the Commanders should add another receiver. He replied in typical McLaurin fashion.
"Yeah, that's not really my job to add or subtract on the team," McLaurin replied. "My job is to embrace whoever they bring in. If they bring someone in, if they don't bring anybody in, I have the utmost confidence that the guys in our room are going to step it up."
McLaurin goes on to discuss how the NFL presents opportunities and that guys step up, "every single time."
#Commanders
3 months ago
In the 30 days since Sophie Cunningham directed a prolonged point at DeWanna Bonner—and became a viral meme in the process—the Indiana Fever guard has gained more than a million followers on both Instagram and TikTok, according to digital **** ytics firm Social Blade.
For comparison, fellow Fever guard and WNBA megastar Caitlin Clark gained roughly 160,000 followers on Instagram during the same period. Dallas Wings guard Paige Bueckers and Atlanta Dream forward Angel Reese—other faces of the league—gained approximately 8,500 and lost around 3,000, respectively.
Though Cunningham’s freshly supercharged Instagram follower count of 2.6 million is still well behind that of Clark (3.8 million), Bueckers (3 million) and Reese (5.2 million), her engagement rate—a metric of utmost importance to advertisers and brand partners—is much higher. Per Social Blade, Cunningham averages approximately 300,000 likes and 3,000 comments per post on the platform; Bueckers’s typical engagement—235,000 likes and 1,000 comments a post—is the next closest.
This isn’t Cunningham’s first surge since joining the Fever last year.
The guard—who had a relatively low profile during her six previous seasons with the Phoenix Mercury—earned a reputation as Caitlin Clark’s “enforcer” after getting into a brawl with then-Connecticut Sun guard Jacy Sheldon during a June 2025 Commissioner’s Cup game. Shortly after the incident, Cunningham launched a podcast with Colin Cowherd’s digital media network, The Volume. (The podcast, called Show Me Something, is co-hosted by Cunningham’s high school classmate West Wilson, formerly of Bravo’s Summer House.)
#guard #Instagram #gained
For comparison, fellow Fever guard and WNBA megastar Caitlin Clark gained roughly 160,000 followers on Instagram during the same period. Dallas Wings guard Paige Bueckers and Atlanta Dream forward Angel Reese—other faces of the league—gained approximately 8,500 and lost around 3,000, respectively.
Though Cunningham’s freshly supercharged Instagram follower count of 2.6 million is still well behind that of Clark (3.8 million), Bueckers (3 million) and Reese (5.2 million), her engagement rate—a metric of utmost importance to advertisers and brand partners—is much higher. Per Social Blade, Cunningham averages approximately 300,000 likes and 3,000 comments per post on the platform; Bueckers’s typical engagement—235,000 likes and 1,000 comments a post—is the next closest.
This isn’t Cunningham’s first surge since joining the Fever last year.
The guard—who had a relatively low profile during her six previous seasons with the Phoenix Mercury—earned a reputation as Caitlin Clark’s “enforcer” after getting into a brawl with then-Connecticut Sun guard Jacy Sheldon during a June 2025 Commissioner’s Cup game. Shortly after the incident, Cunningham launched a podcast with Colin Cowherd’s digital media network, The Volume. (The podcast, called Show Me Something, is co-hosted by Cunningham’s high school classmate West Wilson, formerly of Bravo’s Summer House.)
#guard #Instagram #gained
3 months ago
Five things newly hired boss Jurgen Klopp must do to revitalise Germany before Euro 2028 originally appeared on The Sporting News. Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here.
Now that the 2026 FIFA World Cup has concluded, the start of the 2030 World Cup cycle is of the utmost importance to all national team federations that are beginning to shift gears and eye the next four years of growth.
However, some federations face a bigger climb than others, and few more so than Germany, who find themselves in a historic rut. Their crashout in the 2026 Round of 32 is just the latest failure on the global stage, as Die Mannschaft have failed to reach the Round of 16 even once in the three tournaments since their 2014 triumph in Brazil.
It's not been much better at the European Championship of late, as their run to the final in 2008 was followed by two semifinal appearances, and then a pair of failures, dumped out in the Round of 16 in 2020 and the quarterfinals in 2024.
To help them climb out of the gutter, the DFB has hired world-class head coach Jurgen Klopp to take over the federation, hoping to draw Germany back from the depths of the last two decades.
#round #federations #five
Now that the 2026 FIFA World Cup has concluded, the start of the 2030 World Cup cycle is of the utmost importance to all national team federations that are beginning to shift gears and eye the next four years of growth.
However, some federations face a bigger climb than others, and few more so than Germany, who find themselves in a historic rut. Their crashout in the 2026 Round of 32 is just the latest failure on the global stage, as Die Mannschaft have failed to reach the Round of 16 even once in the three tournaments since their 2014 triumph in Brazil.
It's not been much better at the European Championship of late, as their run to the final in 2008 was followed by two semifinal appearances, and then a pair of failures, dumped out in the Round of 16 in 2020 and the quarterfinals in 2024.
To help them climb out of the gutter, the DFB has hired world-class head coach Jurgen Klopp to take over the federation, hoping to draw Germany back from the depths of the last two decades.
#round #federations #five
3 months ago
Sir Alex Ferguson has paid a heartfelt tribute to his fierce managerial rival, Kevin Keegan, following the former Newcastle United manager's death at the age of 75 after a battle with cancer.
The legendary Manchester United boss, famously on the receiving end of Keegan's iconic "I'd love it, absolutely love it, if we beat them" rant, expressed his profound respect for the man he credited with building Newcastle's "best ever team".
Speaking to Track Radio, Ferguson said: "I had the utmost respect for him. We had many duels when he was manager of Newcastle, but I have to say the job he did at Newcastle was fantastic.
"He re-energised that club and he brought that enthusiasm and fanaticism that great supporters can give. That's the job he did.
"And he also brought three great players to the club – (David) Ginola, (Faustino) Asprilla, Philippe Albert – and added a bit of class to the team, and I must say the challenges we had with Newcastle at that time at United were huge.
#ferguson #Respect #alex
The legendary Manchester United boss, famously on the receiving end of Keegan's iconic "I'd love it, absolutely love it, if we beat them" rant, expressed his profound respect for the man he credited with building Newcastle's "best ever team".
Speaking to Track Radio, Ferguson said: "I had the utmost respect for him. We had many duels when he was manager of Newcastle, but I have to say the job he did at Newcastle was fantastic.
"He re-energised that club and he brought that enthusiasm and fanaticism that great supporters can give. That's the job he did.
"And he also brought three great players to the club – (David) Ginola, (Faustino) Asprilla, Philippe Albert – and added a bit of class to the team, and I must say the challenges we had with Newcastle at that time at United were huge.
#ferguson #Respect #alex
3 months ago
Dwayne Johnson's views on being silent about politics are drawing criticism from the Hollywood industry. He earlier said that he would refrain from publicly endorsing and would keep politics to himself. He revealed what his experience of being vocal about politics has taught him while sharing his utmost dislike for this specific profession.
Dwayne Johnson received backlash over his staying out of politics from Hollywood peers, including Wil Wheaton and George Takei. The Star Trek: The Next Generation star took to Threads to slam Johnson. He wrote, "So disappointing to find out he is such a coward." On the other hand, Takei also took to the same platform to call him out by saying, "Silence is complicity."
This backlash comes amid a published interview from a few weeks ago by Esquire, where Johnson revealed how he approaches politics now. "What I have learned through experience is that I need to keep—need, not want—the main thing. And the main thing for me, the thing that in the morning I swing my legs out of bed and I run towards, is creating. It's art. It's storytelling. I've learned I'm going to keep my politics to myself," he said.
Johnson further revealed that there are moments when anyone can talk about anything. However, he approaches things differently; if he thinks something is wrong, he admits it. Whereas if the "Moana" actor feels he has a better understanding of a certain matter, he shares his outlook. "Politics is omnipresent and it's forever. I don't like it. I hate it at times. I hate the slinging. I hate all the bullshit that comes with it," he said, showcasing his dislike towards politics.
In 2024, Johnson revealed that he regretted endorsing Joe Biden earlier. Therefore, he remained mum during the 2024 elections, as he wanted to avoid the same mistake. He said, "The endorsement that I made years ago with Biden was one I thought was the best decision for me at that time… Am I going to do it again this year? That answer's no" (via The New York Post).
Dwayne Johnson received backlash over his staying out of politics from Hollywood peers, including Wil Wheaton and George Takei. The Star Trek: The Next Generation star took to Threads to slam Johnson. He wrote, "So disappointing to find out he is such a coward." On the other hand, Takei also took to the same platform to call him out by saying, "Silence is complicity."
This backlash comes amid a published interview from a few weeks ago by Esquire, where Johnson revealed how he approaches politics now. "What I have learned through experience is that I need to keep—need, not want—the main thing. And the main thing for me, the thing that in the morning I swing my legs out of bed and I run towards, is creating. It's art. It's storytelling. I've learned I'm going to keep my politics to myself," he said.
Johnson further revealed that there are moments when anyone can talk about anything. However, he approaches things differently; if he thinks something is wrong, he admits it. Whereas if the "Moana" actor feels he has a better understanding of a certain matter, he shares his outlook. "Politics is omnipresent and it's forever. I don't like it. I hate it at times. I hate the slinging. I hate all the bullshit that comes with it," he said, showcasing his dislike towards politics.
In 2024, Johnson revealed that he regretted endorsing Joe Biden earlier. Therefore, he remained mum during the 2024 elections, as he wanted to avoid the same mistake. He said, "The endorsement that I made years ago with Biden was one I thought was the best decision for me at that time… Am I going to do it again this year? That answer's no" (via The New York Post).
3 months ago
Damian Lillard walked into the NBA as a grizzled veteran.
The moment he stepped foot in Portland, he was ready to lead and impart wisdom on his teammates.
He’s always had the utmost confidence in himself, and he’s used that excess confidence to embolden those around him.
“I’m not surprised by it,” Lillard said at the news conference following his Rookie of the Year selection. “That’s not meant to be a **** y statement. But I’m not surprised by it at all because I put the work in to put myself in this position.”
Now thirteen years into his NBA career, he’s only refined his leadership skills.
Those will come in handy soon, as the Blazers have traded for the callow yet phenomenal Ja Morant, giving Lillard his tallest task yet.
The Blazers paid possibly the lowest-ever price for a 26-year-old two-time All-Star and Second-Team All-NBA player; Trading away Jerami Grant and Kris Murray was an exchange of bad money for worse money.
The moment he stepped foot in Portland, he was ready to lead and impart wisdom on his teammates.
He’s always had the utmost confidence in himself, and he’s used that excess confidence to embolden those around him.
“I’m not surprised by it,” Lillard said at the news conference following his Rookie of the Year selection. “That’s not meant to be a **** y statement. But I’m not surprised by it at all because I put the work in to put myself in this position.”
Now thirteen years into his NBA career, he’s only refined his leadership skills.
Those will come in handy soon, as the Blazers have traded for the callow yet phenomenal Ja Morant, giving Lillard his tallest task yet.
The Blazers paid possibly the lowest-ever price for a 26-year-old two-time All-Star and Second-Team All-NBA player; Trading away Jerami Grant and Kris Murray was an exchange of bad money for worse money.
4 months ago
Greg Hamilton making a ring introduction for SmackDown.
Greg Hamilton is a storyteller.
Though the role of a ring announcer in combat sports is often overlooked, Hamilton’s role in WWE—and now in PFL—is of the utmost importance. When done correctly, ring announcers can be immortalized through nostalgia like Howard Finkel, become viral sensations in short order like Samantha Irvin or even enjoy elusive longevity like Hamilton himself, who now announces across multiple combat sports promotions.
Hamilton’s ring introduction skills have evolved over time. In WWE, he was a charismatic, if not irreverent, presence who set the tone for every match through standardized ring announcements that he made his own. Now performing ring introductions for PFL, Hamilton’s storytelling skills are on full display. Instead of the standard “location/weight/name” intros applicable to all wrestlers, Hamilton is safe to spread his wings and tell the full story of who the fighters are and why fans should care.
“There’s quite a bit that’s different [between WWE and MMA ring announcing],” said Hamilton in an exclusive interview.
Greg Hamilton is a storyteller.
Though the role of a ring announcer in combat sports is often overlooked, Hamilton’s role in WWE—and now in PFL—is of the utmost importance. When done correctly, ring announcers can be immortalized through nostalgia like Howard Finkel, become viral sensations in short order like Samantha Irvin or even enjoy elusive longevity like Hamilton himself, who now announces across multiple combat sports promotions.
Hamilton’s ring introduction skills have evolved over time. In WWE, he was a charismatic, if not irreverent, presence who set the tone for every match through standardized ring announcements that he made his own. Now performing ring introductions for PFL, Hamilton’s storytelling skills are on full display. Instead of the standard “location/weight/name” intros applicable to all wrestlers, Hamilton is safe to spread his wings and tell the full story of who the fighters are and why fans should care.
“There’s quite a bit that’s different [between WWE and MMA ring announcing],” said Hamilton in an exclusive interview.
4 months ago
For Jedd Fisch and the Washington Huskies, the in-state 2028 class looks like it's going to be of the utmost importance as the program looks to level up in the Big Ten.
Among those prospects is four-star defensive tackle Aedyn Havili out of Eastside Catholic High School in Sammamish, who has quickly become a very popular target around the country after just two seasons of high school football. After tallying 33 tackles and 7.5 sacks during his sophomore season, Havili has rocketed up ESPN's 2028 recruiting rankings, as the Worldwide Leader In Sports' most recent update placed him as the No. 26 overall recruit and No. 5 defensive tackle in the class.
"It's been a blessing for sure," Havili told Dawgman.com's Scott Eklund of his rise on the recruiting trail. "All of these coaches showing me love, talking to me, getting to know me, it's been such a blessing to me and my family for sure, but it only makes me want to keep working and getting better."
The 6-foot-2, 320-pound defender has reeled in 16 offers, with Arizona, Arizona State, California, Michigan, and Utah all among the programs interested in securing his commitment, but the Huskies may have an early edge after extending an offer to him in June 2024, before he even took a snap at Eastside Catholic.
As the Huskies continue to make upgrades along their defensive line in the 2027 class, holding commitments from four-star defensive tackles Jon Ioane and Tevita Nonu, along with four-star edge rusher Chaz Gray, and three-star defensive lineman Matamatagi Uiagalelei, there's no such thing as too much depth along the defensive line in the Big Ten.
Among those prospects is four-star defensive tackle Aedyn Havili out of Eastside Catholic High School in Sammamish, who has quickly become a very popular target around the country after just two seasons of high school football. After tallying 33 tackles and 7.5 sacks during his sophomore season, Havili has rocketed up ESPN's 2028 recruiting rankings, as the Worldwide Leader In Sports' most recent update placed him as the No. 26 overall recruit and No. 5 defensive tackle in the class.
"It's been a blessing for sure," Havili told Dawgman.com's Scott Eklund of his rise on the recruiting trail. "All of these coaches showing me love, talking to me, getting to know me, it's been such a blessing to me and my family for sure, but it only makes me want to keep working and getting better."
The 6-foot-2, 320-pound defender has reeled in 16 offers, with Arizona, Arizona State, California, Michigan, and Utah all among the programs interested in securing his commitment, but the Huskies may have an early edge after extending an offer to him in June 2024, before he even took a snap at Eastside Catholic.
As the Huskies continue to make upgrades along their defensive line in the 2027 class, holding commitments from four-star defensive tackles Jon Ioane and Tevita Nonu, along with four-star edge rusher Chaz Gray, and three-star defensive lineman Matamatagi Uiagalelei, there's no such thing as too much depth along the defensive line in the Big Ten.
4 months ago
France vs. Iraq weather updates: Match delayed at halftime due to severe weather in Philadelphia originally appeared on The Sporting News. Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here.
After a lone Kylian Mbappe goal in the France vs. Iraq game, play was halted at halftime due to inclement weather conditions.
Scoreboards began displaying messaging for "a severe thunderstorm" approaching and asked fans to seek shelter. Safety is of utmost importance during situations like these, so fans were asked to seek shelter inside the stadium.
Here is the latest news from Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia.
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After a lone Kylian Mbappe goal in the France vs. Iraq game, play was halted at halftime due to inclement weather conditions.
Scoreboards began displaying messaging for "a severe thunderstorm" approaching and asked fans to seek shelter. Safety is of utmost importance during situations like these, so fans were asked to seek shelter inside the stadium.
Here is the latest news from Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia.
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4 months ago
Real Madrid play maker Arda Güler was the voice of Turkey’s frustration after being eliminated from the FIFA World Cup following their two losses against Australia and Paraguay.
“I will do everything in my power to ensure this tournament is forgotten throughout my career with the national team. We play for very important clubs, and we should have demonstrated that on the field. We failed; we were incapable. We conceded a goal very early. There isn’t much to say. We are deeply saddened and are ashamed of ourselves. We apologize to all our people. In upcoming tournaments, we will deliver our utmost. We play for formidable teams, and we should have shown that,” he said.
It has been a disappointing tournament for Güler, who emerged as a key player for Real Madrid this season but couldn’t lead Turkey to the knock-out stages of the FIFA World Cup.
“I will do everything in my power to ensure this tournament is forgotten throughout my career with the national team. We play for very important clubs, and we should have demonstrated that on the field. We failed; we were incapable. We conceded a goal very early. There isn’t much to say. We are deeply saddened and are ashamed of ourselves. We apologize to all our people. In upcoming tournaments, we will deliver our utmost. We play for formidable teams, and we should have shown that,” he said.
It has been a disappointing tournament for Güler, who emerged as a key player for Real Madrid this season but couldn’t lead Turkey to the knock-out stages of the FIFA World Cup.
4 months ago
Sam Amick: Right now, the sense is that if the Bucks, since it's just me talking, like if the Bucks said all right, Jaylen Brown for Giannis straight up, I think the deal is done. I think the Celtics don't think they should be having to put much if anything else in there. But what tugs at me and I guess why Lou answered the question that way is that like something is driving the Celtics to be interested, right? And they were interested at the deadline. And two things can be true. They can have the utmost respect and love for Jaylen Brown and the player he has become. But I'm one of those kind of actions over words people, and it's like something is keeping the Celtics inspired to remain in this conversation instead of just heading back to their corner and rocking with their team. I feel like maybe they do enough at the last minute to get the deal done, but the safe answer is Miami.
This article originally appeared on Hoops Hype: Right now, the sense is that if the Bucks, since it's …
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4 months ago
It appears Castle has Brunson's utmost respect and attention before this series begins Wednesday. "He's great. I think his intensity and tenacity is special," Brunson said during media day at San Antonio's Frost Bank Center on Tuesday. "He plays with a chip on his shoulder. He's had that since I've seen him at UConn. The way he's played over these first couple years of his career, he's going to be a great player, great defender."
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1 yr. ago
he needs to learn of giving respect, no matter how good you are at bowling, as far as greatness is concerned, only respect is utmost in any sports, otherwise where this guy has reached, all other has the same telent and still going further...but this man is writing his last lines
