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NFL to cut preseason schedule in half because of COVID-19
New coaches like Matt Rhule haven't had any in-person time to get to know their players and install their playbooks. The report surfaced days after the National Football League informed teams that training camps would begin as scheduled on July 28, with some players permitted to report to team facilities ahead of the start date. [Full Article...]
WNBA Makes Gianna Bryant A Honorary Draft Pick
These honorary #WNBADraft picks ♥️♥️ lovely tribute to Gigi, Payton, and Alyssa who would have undoubtedly changed the game. J.J. and Lexi Altobelli - the siblings of Alyssa and children of John and Keri - next said a few words on their family's behalf. [Full Article...]
State football team doubles down on demands following student's tweet
The letter came a day after several student-athletes at K-State threatened to boycott all team activities unless the university took action against Jaden McNeil , the student who posted a tweet that read: "Congratulations to George Floyd on being drug free for an entire month!" McNeil is the founder of a conservative group called America First Students and has been criticized for his past co... [Full Article...]
Victor Osimhen Wins Best Ligue 1 African Player Of The Year
The Serie A side is now in the driving seat for the 21-year-old, who enjoyed a brilliant debut season at Lille . He becomes the second Nigerian after Vincent Enyeama (2014) to claim the Marc-Vivien Foe prize. Nigerian worldwide scored 18 goals in 38 appearances in all competitions helping Lille finish fourth, enough to take them through to the Europa League next season. [Full Article...]
Ian Poulter creates his own 'breezy conditions' on the first tee
Poulter had more serious matters on his mind when the tournament finished - with Dustin Johnson scrambling a one shot victory - after learning Dylan Frittelli, his playing partner in the opening two rounds, had tested positive for coronavirus. [Full Article...]
Trump faults plan to paint ‘Black Lives Matter’ in NY
On Wednesday, de Blasio said that the "Black Lives Matter" slogan will be painted on Fifth Avenue, adding that the location will be near the Trump Tower. The annual defense bill typically passes with broad bipartisan support, and it's possible it could be approved later this month by the Senate with a veto-proof majority. [Full Article...]
Angel Gomes reacts to Mason Greenwood’s United goal
The attacking midfielder posted a picture of Greenwood's celebration, along with the caption said: "No words!" An opener from Mason Greenwood and a goal either side of half time from Bruno Fernandes effectively killed off the match on 50 minutes. [Full Article...]
DeAndre Jordan, Spencer Dinwiddie test positive for coronavirus
Dinwiddie, who was averaging 20.6 points and 6.8 assists per contest through 64 games at the time of the league's pause on March 11, has not yet indicated whether the positive test will prevent him from playing with the Nets when they hit the hardwood for their restart opener on July 31. [Full Article...]