Ulitmate frisbee in Central Texas
The sport of ultimate frisbee continues to gain popularity as professional teams pop up all over the country. The Austin Sol is among the pro teams to toss its disc on to the field. FOX 7 photojournalist Steve Puig has the story.
The sport of ultimate frisbee continues to gain popularity as professional teams pop up all over the country. The Austin Sol is among the pro teams to toss its disc on to the field. FOX 7 photojournalist Steve Puig has the story.
Kerber upsets Serena Williams to win Australian title
MELBOURNE, Australia (AP) — Serena Williams put up both hands after a sending a forehand long and high over the baseline in the first set. She wanted nothing to do with yet another unforced error in her Australian Open final against Angelique Kerber. For the second time in as many majors, nerves got to Williams as she tried to equal Steffi Graf's Open-era record of 22 Grand Slam...
MELBOURNE, Australia (AP) — Serena Williams put up both hands after a sending a forehand long and high over the baseline in the first set. She wanted nothing to do with yet another unforced error in her Australian Open final against Angelique Kerber. For the second time in as many majors, nerves got to Williams as she tried to equal Steffi Graf's Open-era record of 22 Grand Slam...
Texas State head baseball coach's new perspective
Last February longtime Texas State head baseball coach Ty Harrington took a leave of absence to battle rectal cancer. By August he was cancer free.
Last February longtime Texas State head baseball coach Ty Harrington took a leave of absence to battle rectal cancer. By August he was cancer free.
Murray into 5th Australian Open final, will face Djokovic
MELBOURNE, Australia (AP) — Andy Murray reached the Australian Open final for the fifth time, setting up a more anxious wait than ever to see if he can finally break his drought at Melbourne Park. No. 2-ranked Murray had a 4-6, 7-5, 6-7 (4), 6-4, 6-2 win over No. 13-seeded Milos Raonic in a momentum-swinging match that finished just before midnight.
MELBOURNE, Australia (AP) — Andy Murray reached the Australian Open final for the fifth time, setting up a more anxious wait than ever to see if he can finally break his drought at Melbourne Park. No. 2-ranked Murray had a 4-6, 7-5, 6-7 (4), 6-4, 6-2 win over No. 13-seeded Milos Raonic in a momentum-swinging match that finished just before midnight.
Heavy rain causes odd qualifying for Rolex 24 at Daytona
Heavy rain made for a strange qualifying session on Thursday for the Rolex 24 at Daytona.
Heavy rain made for a strange qualifying session on Thursday for the Rolex 24 at Daytona.
Panthers owner Jerry Richardson paying for employees to attend Super Bowl 50
If karma is real, Panthers owner Jerry Richardson is doing everything he can to make sure his team raises the Vince Lombardi trophy come Feb. 7.
If karma is real, Panthers owner Jerry Richardson is doing everything he can to make sure his team raises the Vince Lombardi trophy come Feb. 7.
Boyette leads No. 6 Texas past Kansas for program's 1000th win
AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — Imani Boyette has eight double-doubles in nine Big 12 games, personal accomplishment that pleases the Texas center. "I should say no," Boyette said, smiling. "But I am aware." Boyette had one Wednesday night with 16 points and 10 rebounds and No. 6 Texas routed Kansas 70-46 for the 1,000th win in program history. Boyette also had four blocks while...
AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — Imani Boyette has eight double-doubles in nine Big 12 games, personal accomplishment that pleases the Texas center. "I should say no," Boyette said, smiling. "But I am aware." Boyette had one Wednesday night with 16 points and 10 rebounds and No. 6 Texas routed Kansas 70-46 for the 1,000th win in program history. Boyette also had four blocks while...
Williams reaches 7th Australian Open final in dominant form
MELBOURNE, Australia (AP) — When Serena Williams plays as well as she did in the semifinals of the Australian Open, there's little an opponent can do to challenge her. Even one who's soon to be ranked No. 3 in the world, just two places behind her.
MELBOURNE, Australia (AP) — When Serena Williams plays as well as she did in the semifinals of the Australian Open, there's little an opponent can do to challenge her. Even one who's soon to be ranked No. 3 in the world, just two places behind her.
Spurs' Popovich to coach West in NBA All-Star Game
San Antonio's Gregg Popovich was humbled by his selection to coach the NBA's West All-Stars, even though Golden State has the best record in the conference.
San Antonio's Gregg Popovich was humbled by his selection to coach the NBA's West All-Stars, even though Golden State has the best record in the conference.
50th Super Bowl: Manning's Broncos face Newton's Panthers
Peyton Manning is the only five-time MVP in NFL history, one of the faces of the league and, at 39, the oldest starting quarterback to lead a team to the Super Bowl. Slowed by age and injury, he is no longer the record-breaking passer he once was. Most folks figure Manning's fourth Super Sunday appearance will be his last game as a pro.
Peyton Manning is the only five-time MVP in NFL history, one of the faces of the league and, at 39, the oldest starting quarterback to lead a team to the Super Bowl. Slowed by age and injury, he is no longer the record-breaking passer he once was. Most folks figure Manning's fourth Super Sunday appearance will be his last game as a pro.
First Place Cavaliers fire coach David Blatt in second season
CLEVELAND (AP) — David Blatt's second NBA season seemed to be going better than his first. Now, it's over. Blatt was fired Friday by the title-chasing Cavaliers, a person familiar with the situation told The Associated Press. Blatt, who led the team to the NBA Finals last season, will be replaced by top assistant Tyronn Lue, according to the person, who spoke to on condition of...
CLEVELAND (AP) — David Blatt's second NBA season seemed to be going better than his first. Now, it's over. Blatt was fired Friday by the title-chasing Cavaliers, a person familiar with the situation told The Associated Press. Blatt, who led the team to the NBA Finals last season, will be replaced by top assistant Tyronn Lue, according to the person, who spoke to on condition of...
Another Federer milestone: win No. 300 at a Grand Slam
MELBOURNE, Australia (AP) — Roger Federer was already a long way clear at the top of the list of men with the most wins in Grand Slam singles matches, so becoming the first to 300 wasn't a major distraction. He reached the milestone at Rod Laver Arena on Friday, when he moved into the fourth round of the Australian Open with a 6-4, 3-6, 6-1, 6-4 victory over Grigor Dimitrov.
MELBOURNE, Australia (AP) — Roger Federer was already a long way clear at the top of the list of men with the most wins in Grand Slam singles matches, so becoming the first to 300 wasn't a major distraction. He reached the milestone at Rod Laver Arena on Friday, when he moved into the fourth round of the Australian Open with a 6-4, 3-6, 6-1, 6-4 victory over Grigor Dimitrov.
Kobe top vote-getter; Leonard, Lowry NBA All-Star starters
Kobe Bryant is the leading vote-getter for his final NBA All-Star Game, and Kawhi Leonard and Kyle Lowry made late moves to join him in the starting lineup.
Kobe Bryant is the leading vote-getter for his final NBA All-Star Game, and Kawhi Leonard and Kyle Lowry made late moves to join him in the starting lineup.
Local high school player named McDonald's All American
St. Stephens forward Jarrett Allen recently earned a spot on this year's prestigious 24 play McDonald's High School All American squad and he's one of the few national standouts who has yet to pick a college.
St. Stephens forward Jarrett Allen recently earned a spot on this year's prestigious 24 play McDonald's High School All American squad and he's one of the few national standouts who has yet to pick a college.
Lleyton Hewitt retires in farewell at Australian Open
MELBOURNE, Australia (AP) — Baseball cap turned backward, pumping himself up with cries of "C'MON!" Lleyton Hewitt fought one last feisty encounter. Then he gathered his three young kids on center court and said farewell. After a career spent trying to win the Australian Open, the 34-year-old Hewitt had said that this year's tournament — his 20th attempt —...
MELBOURNE, Australia (AP) — Baseball cap turned backward, pumping himself up with cries of "C'MON!" Lleyton Hewitt fought one last feisty encounter. Then he gathered his three young kids on center court and said farewell. After a career spent trying to win the Australian Open, the 34-year-old Hewitt had said that this year's tournament — his 20th attempt —...
Rio Olympic and Paralympic ticket sales are lagging
SAO PAULO (AP) — Ticket sales for the Rio de Janeiro Olympics and Paralympics are disappointing organizers. Sales "are a little lower than the usual — also because of the (economic) crisis here. But the best tickets are selling very quickly," organizing committee spokesman Mario Andrada said on Tuesday. Only about half of the 4.5 million Olympic tickets aimed at the...
SAO PAULO (AP) — Ticket sales for the Rio de Janeiro Olympics and Paralympics are disappointing organizers. Sales "are a little lower than the usual — also because of the (economic) crisis here. But the best tickets are selling very quickly," organizing committee spokesman Mario Andrada said on Tuesday. Only about half of the 4.5 million Olympic tickets aimed at the...
Andy Roddick Foundation receives $24,000
The Andy Roddick Foundation was presented with a $24,000 check on January 18 to help it implement services and programs at Pecan Springs Early College Prep Elementary School.
The Andy Roddick Foundation was presented with a $24,000 check on January 18 to help it implement services and programs at Pecan Springs Early College Prep Elementary School.
WATCH: Oregon St. suspends Reid at least 4 games for tripping ref
Oregon State forward Jarmal Reid was suspended at least four games by the school on Monday, a day after sticking out his leg and tripping a referee late in a loss to Utah.
Oregon State forward Jarmal Reid was suspended at least four games by the school on Monday, a day after sticking out his leg and tripping a referee late in a loss to Utah.
Reds to induct Pete Rose into team's hall of fame
CINCINNATI (AP) — The Cincinnati Reds say they will induct Pete Rose into the team's hall of fame. The Reds' announcement Tuesday comes barely a month after MLB commissioner Rob Manfred rejected Rose's application for reinstatement. Manfred concluded that baseball's career hits leader continued to gamble even while seeking to end the lifetime ban imposed in 1989 for...
CINCINNATI (AP) — The Cincinnati Reds say they will induct Pete Rose into the team's hall of fame. The Reds' announcement Tuesday comes barely a month after MLB commissioner Rob Manfred rejected Rose's application for reinstatement. Manfred concluded that baseball's career hits leader continued to gamble even while seeking to end the lifetime ban imposed in 1989 for...
Harlem Globetrotters issue challenge to Dwight Howard
Houston Rockets center Dwight Howard is engaged in a Twitter battle, but thankfully, it is not with another NBA player and the nature of the back-and-forth tweets is on the rather innocent side.
Houston Rockets center Dwight Howard is engaged in a Twitter battle, but thankfully, it is not with another NBA player and the nature of the back-and-forth tweets is on the rather innocent side.