21 hours ago
LAWRENCE — As Bill Self reflected Wednesday on the run the Kansas basketball alumni team was making in The Basketball Tournament, he did so before JHX Hoops suffered a 78-65 defeat against La Familia.
JHX Hoops, KU's team, lost in the finals of the alumni portion of the bracket against La Familia, Kentucky's team. The defeat ended a run that saw JHX Hoops eliminate both Kansas State's alumni team and Wichita State's before reaching that point. JHX Hoops just fell short of being able to play for the TBT's $2 million prize, set to go to the winner of the matchup between the winner of the alumni side of the bracket and the winner of the non-alumni side of the bracket.
But Self, who coaches Kansas basketball, did provide some insight into JHX Hoops' TBT run that remains worthwhile to dive into. Self, who coached Sherron Collins and Tyshawn Taylor when they played at KU, followed what the alumni team was able to accomplish this year. Collins was listed as the team's head coach on the TBT website, while Taylor was listed as a player/GM/owner.
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Here are a few takeaways from what Self had to say:
#kansas #bill
JHX Hoops, KU's team, lost in the finals of the alumni portion of the bracket against La Familia, Kentucky's team. The defeat ended a run that saw JHX Hoops eliminate both Kansas State's alumni team and Wichita State's before reaching that point. JHX Hoops just fell short of being able to play for the TBT's $2 million prize, set to go to the winner of the matchup between the winner of the alumni side of the bracket and the winner of the non-alumni side of the bracket.
But Self, who coaches Kansas basketball, did provide some insight into JHX Hoops' TBT run that remains worthwhile to dive into. Self, who coached Sherron Collins and Tyshawn Taylor when they played at KU, followed what the alumni team was able to accomplish this year. Collins was listed as the team's head coach on the TBT website, while Taylor was listed as a player/GM/owner.
RELATED: Here's what's impressed Bill Self about Tyran Stokes, and what's next
Here are a few takeaways from what Self had to say:
#kansas #bill
1 day ago
At the outset of training camp, Arizona Cardinals head coach Mike LaFleur outlined a clear expectation.
Spring practices had been used to "build the foundations," learning what his players are capable of. This, he explained, was different.
"At this point, we as coaches have to make a decision," LaFleur said. "No, this is what he can do. We need to put him in these spots."
From there, it's on the players to execute. These practice reps are no longer experimental; they're foundational.
With that in mind, here's what we have learned from the first week of Cardinals training camp. They have conducted five full practices and two jog-throughs, including four 11-on-11 sessions open to reporters.
#cardinals #training #mike #outset
Spring practices had been used to "build the foundations," learning what his players are capable of. This, he explained, was different.
"At this point, we as coaches have to make a decision," LaFleur said. "No, this is what he can do. We need to put him in these spots."
From there, it's on the players to execute. These practice reps are no longer experimental; they're foundational.
With that in mind, here's what we have learned from the first week of Cardinals training camp. They have conducted five full practices and two jog-throughs, including four 11-on-11 sessions open to reporters.
#cardinals #training #mike #outset
2 days ago
Giants training camp gets heated as Abdul Carter challenges Andrew Thomas originally appeared on The Sporting News. Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here.
New York Giants pass rusher Abdul Carter is already making his presence felt at training camp—not just with his athleticism, but with his confidence and competitive fire.
During Thursday's practice at the Sports Performance Center at The Greenbrier, Carter delivered one of his most impressive performances yet against All-Pro left tackle Andrew Thomas. The explosive defender consistently showcased the speed, bend, and burst that made him one of the top defensive prospects in the NFL Draft, even winning several reps against one of the league's premier offensive linemen.
As expected, Carter celebrated his success with plenty of trash talk, letting Thomas—and everyone within earshot—know about it.
But if Carter was hoping to get a reaction, he picked the wrong opponent.
#abdul #training #camp #source
New York Giants pass rusher Abdul Carter is already making his presence felt at training camp—not just with his athleticism, but with his confidence and competitive fire.
During Thursday's practice at the Sports Performance Center at The Greenbrier, Carter delivered one of his most impressive performances yet against All-Pro left tackle Andrew Thomas. The explosive defender consistently showcased the speed, bend, and burst that made him one of the top defensive prospects in the NFL Draft, even winning several reps against one of the league's premier offensive linemen.
As expected, Carter celebrated his success with plenty of trash talk, letting Thomas—and everyone within earshot—know about it.
But if Carter was hoping to get a reaction, he picked the wrong opponent.
#abdul #training #camp #source
2 days ago
The 2026 Little League Softball World Series will feature eight regional champions from across the United States and four international teams. The tournament will kick off at the Stallings Stadium at Elm Street Park in Greenville, North Carolina on August 2 and will crown a new champion on August 9.
The United States will be represented by a diverse group of teams from coast to coast. The Central Region will be represented by Daviess County Little League from Kentucky, while the Mid-Atlantic's hopes rest with Toms River Little League from New Jersey. The New England Region will send Bristol Girls Softball Little League from Connecticut.
The North Carolina Region is represented by Johnston County Little League, while the Northwest Region sends Snohomish Little League from Washington. The Southeast Region is represented by Lake Mary Little League from Florida, and the Southwest Region fields Greater Helotes Little League from Texas.
Completing the lineup for the United States is Live Oak Little League from California, representing the West Region.
On the international stage, the tournament will feature top teams from **** an, Canada, Italy, and Puerto Rico.
#league
The United States will be represented by a diverse group of teams from coast to coast. The Central Region will be represented by Daviess County Little League from Kentucky, while the Mid-Atlantic's hopes rest with Toms River Little League from New Jersey. The New England Region will send Bristol Girls Softball Little League from Connecticut.
The North Carolina Region is represented by Johnston County Little League, while the Northwest Region sends Snohomish Little League from Washington. The Southeast Region is represented by Lake Mary Little League from Florida, and the Southwest Region fields Greater Helotes Little League from Texas.
Completing the lineup for the United States is Live Oak Little League from California, representing the West Region.
On the international stage, the tournament will feature top teams from **** an, Canada, Italy, and Puerto Rico.
#league
3 days ago
Mauricio Pochettino is reportedly close to agreeing a new contract to coach the United States men's national team, and that's good enough reason for us to dig into the "what's next" for the USMNT under the ex-Spurs and Chelsea boss.
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Pochettino could become the first USMNT coach to work consecutive World Cups since Bruce Arena, and he'll have the opportunity to lead the team through qualifying, a Gold Cup, and likely the 2028 Copa America in the United States.
And so Pochettino will look to have the team better prepared to show up against elite competition the next time a Belgium-level opponent is across the pitch in a tournament game.
Pochettino found plenty of success with a back three during the last year with the USMNT, but fullbacks Alex Freeman or Joe Scally were often slid into that back three.
#united
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Pochettino could become the first USMNT coach to work consecutive World Cups since Bruce Arena, and he'll have the opportunity to lead the team through qualifying, a Gold Cup, and likely the 2028 Copa America in the United States.
And so Pochettino will look to have the team better prepared to show up against elite competition the next time a Belgium-level opponent is across the pitch in a tournament game.
Pochettino found plenty of success with a back three during the last year with the USMNT, but fullbacks Alex Freeman or Joe Scally were often slid into that back three.
#united
3 days ago
LOS ANGELES -- Close again but close doesn't count in the standings.
It was a back-and-forth affair for basically the entire game before the Liberty took a double-digit lead. The Sparks valiantly tried to make a comeback but fell short, 113-109.
It was definitely a frustrating game. The Sparks shot well at just over 60 percent. They set a franchise record in ***** ists at 35. They made 16 three-pointers. Six players scored in double figures. And they still came up short.
"I think we played well," Sparks coach Lynne Roberts said. "We had 30 points off of 18 turnovers, right? We were active, we were connected. Good offense beats good defense. There were some mistakes, obviously. We're not going to play perfect, neither did they. We made more field goals than them. We lost at the free throw line. It's hard to defend the shooter at the free throw line. So I'm proud of our team. Again, E said it, it's not moral victories but we can build on that. We had 35 ***** ists. That's a franchise record. We're playing the right way and you can go down the line. Rae (Burrell) was phenomenal attacking and a couple times she had a turnover, she got both of them back. That's winning basketball, right? We didn't get the reward of the win but I'm proud of the team."
How did they feel about their defense? Q by FlyByKnite pic.twitter.com/AwcuMNI00O
#right #close #double
It was a back-and-forth affair for basically the entire game before the Liberty took a double-digit lead. The Sparks valiantly tried to make a comeback but fell short, 113-109.
It was definitely a frustrating game. The Sparks shot well at just over 60 percent. They set a franchise record in ***** ists at 35. They made 16 three-pointers. Six players scored in double figures. And they still came up short.
"I think we played well," Sparks coach Lynne Roberts said. "We had 30 points off of 18 turnovers, right? We were active, we were connected. Good offense beats good defense. There were some mistakes, obviously. We're not going to play perfect, neither did they. We made more field goals than them. We lost at the free throw line. It's hard to defend the shooter at the free throw line. So I'm proud of our team. Again, E said it, it's not moral victories but we can build on that. We had 35 ***** ists. That's a franchise record. We're playing the right way and you can go down the line. Rae (Burrell) was phenomenal attacking and a couple times she had a turnover, she got both of them back. That's winning basketball, right? We didn't get the reward of the win but I'm proud of the team."
How did they feel about their defense? Q by FlyByKnite pic.twitter.com/AwcuMNI00O
#right #close #double
4 days ago
La Liga giants Real Madrid are closing on an agreement to part with an up-and-coming member of the club's ranks in the middle of the park.
This comes amid the understanding that César Palacios is inching towards a move to the Premier League, with Fulham.
Palacios, for his part, is a 21-year-old midfielder, whose name will likely be familiar to those of a Real Madrid persuasion. The starlet spent much of last season in and around the first-team setup at Valdebebas, culminating in six senior appearances between La Liga and the Champions League.
And his efforts, both at academy level and under the bright lights of the Bernabéu, evidently proved enough to impress one of Palacios' former managers.
It was recently confirmed in the Spanish media that Álvaro Arbeloa, after being named new head coach of Fulham, was eyeing a reunion with his compatriot in England.
#palacios #madrid #premier
This comes amid the understanding that César Palacios is inching towards a move to the Premier League, with Fulham.
Palacios, for his part, is a 21-year-old midfielder, whose name will likely be familiar to those of a Real Madrid persuasion. The starlet spent much of last season in and around the first-team setup at Valdebebas, culminating in six senior appearances between La Liga and the Champions League.
And his efforts, both at academy level and under the bright lights of the Bernabéu, evidently proved enough to impress one of Palacios' former managers.
It was recently confirmed in the Spanish media that Álvaro Arbeloa, after being named new head coach of Fulham, was eyeing a reunion with his compatriot in England.
#palacios #madrid #premier
4 days ago
High school football's opening night is at the end of August. The Virginia High School League has released the master schedule for this season.
Can Wilson Memorial repeat as Shenandoah District champions? Will Buffalo Gap repeat as regional champions or will Riverheads reclaim its dominance? Can Waynesboro continue to build its program after finding some success a year ago? Is there a Shenandoah District team that can end up playing on the final Saturday of the season this year?
All of those questions, and others, will be answered over the next five months or so.
Practice begins July 30 for some teams, followed by scrimmages and finally the regular season, which opens Aug. 28 for seven of the nine Shenandoah District teams. The other two — Wilson Memorial and Alleghany — open Sept. 4.
(All games scheduled to start at 7 p.m. unless otherwise noted)
#season #school #champions
Can Wilson Memorial repeat as Shenandoah District champions? Will Buffalo Gap repeat as regional champions or will Riverheads reclaim its dominance? Can Waynesboro continue to build its program after finding some success a year ago? Is there a Shenandoah District team that can end up playing on the final Saturday of the season this year?
All of those questions, and others, will be answered over the next five months or so.
Practice begins July 30 for some teams, followed by scrimmages and finally the regular season, which opens Aug. 28 for seven of the nine Shenandoah District teams. The other two — Wilson Memorial and Alleghany — open Sept. 4.
(All games scheduled to start at 7 p.m. unless otherwise noted)
#season #school #champions
