High school hockey player plays through cancer
St Joseph Regional (Montvale, NJ) -- Hockey Captain Eddie Klein has given new meaning to the term "tough", and though his grueling conditioning and practice have helped him succeed on the ice, nothing could have prepared him for the hand he was dealt this fall. The 17-year-old Rivervale, New Jersey native was diagnosed with Stage 3 Hodgkins Lymphoma on October 6th.
St Joseph Regional (Montvale, NJ) -- Hockey Captain Eddie Klein has given new meaning to the term "tough", and though his grueling conditioning and practice have helped him succeed on the ice, nothing could have prepared him for the hand he was dealt this fall. The 17-year-old Rivervale, New Jersey native was diagnosed with Stage 3 Hodgkins Lymphoma on October 6th.
Michael Phelps on UT campus
Swimming great Michael Phelps is on the University of Texas campus as he continues his comeback with an eye on the upcoming Olympic Games in Rio. He's headlining the Arena Pro Swim Series.
Swimming great Michael Phelps is on the University of Texas campus as he continues his comeback with an eye on the upcoming Olympic Games in Rio. He's headlining the Arena Pro Swim Series.
Texas Rangers Winter Caravan
The American League West champion Texas Rangers made their annual Winter Caravan stop in the Austin-area and there were plenty of handshakes for American League Manager of the Year Jeff Banister.
The American League West champion Texas Rangers made their annual Winter Caravan stop in the Austin-area and there were plenty of handshakes for American League Manager of the Year Jeff Banister.
Federer: It's time to name players suspected of match fixing
MELBOURNE, Australia (AP) — Roger Federer has heard enough speculation about match-fixing in tennis. If players are suspected of corruption, he wants names. Federer was responding to reports by BBC and BuzzFeed News published Monday that tennis authorities have suppressed evidence of match-fixing and overlooked suspected cases involving players ranked in the top 50, including Grand Slam...
MELBOURNE, Australia (AP) — Roger Federer has heard enough speculation about match-fixing in tennis. If players are suspected of corruption, he wants names. Federer was responding to reports by BBC and BuzzFeed News published Monday that tennis authorities have suppressed evidence of match-fixing and overlooked suspected cases involving players ranked in the top 50, including Grand Slam...
Profile of Cady Lalanne
23-year-old Cady Lalanne was the 2nd Round draft pick for the Austin Spurs and is working hard at the D-League level.
23-year-old Cady Lalanne was the 2nd Round draft pick for the Austin Spurs and is working hard at the D-League level.
Texas says no evidence of academic misconduct
SAN ANTONIO (AP) — An investigation into allegations of academic misconduct in the University of Texas men's basketball program found no violations, though a broader probe of support services questioned whether the school focuses too much on boosting team grade-point averages than an athlete's overall education, the school announced Wednesday.
SAN ANTONIO (AP) — An investigation into allegations of academic misconduct in the University of Texas men's basketball program found no violations, though a broader probe of support services questioned whether the school focuses too much on boosting team grade-point averages than an athlete's overall education, the school announced Wednesday.
Ex-NFL star Lawrence Phillips found dead in prison cell
Former NFL running back Lawrence Phillips, who was convicted in Los Angeles and San Diego counties for attacks on girlfriends and running down several people with a car, has been found dead at Kern Valley State Prison from apparent suicide, according to the state Department of Corrections.
Former NFL running back Lawrence Phillips, who was convicted in Los Angeles and San Diego counties for attacks on girlfriends and running down several people with a car, has been found dead at Kern Valley State Prison from apparent suicide, according to the state Department of Corrections.
With Rams returning to LA, challenges abound for 3 NFL teams
HOUSTON (AP) — The Rams belong to Los Angeles once again. The Chargers might be headed there, as well. What about the Raiders? Who knows at this point. What is certain is that all three franchises face serious challenges over the next few years now that the NFL has approved the relocation of the Rams from St. Louis, and given the Chargers a one-year option to join them in the nation's...
HOUSTON (AP) — The Rams belong to Los Angeles once again. The Chargers might be headed there, as well. What about the Raiders? Who knows at this point. What is certain is that all three franchises face serious challenges over the next few years now that the NFL has approved the relocation of the Rams from St. Louis, and given the Chargers a one-year option to join them in the nation's...
NFL committee picks combined site over Rams' bid
HOUSTON (AP) — An NFL committee exploring moving teams to Los Angeles has recommended the combined stadium proposal involving Oakland and San Diego over St. Louis owner Stan Kroenke's ambitious plan for another venue, a person with knowledge of the vote said Tuesday.
HOUSTON (AP) — An NFL committee exploring moving teams to Los Angeles has recommended the combined stadium proposal involving Oakland and San Diego over St. Louis owner Stan Kroenke's ambitious plan for another venue, a person with knowledge of the vote said Tuesday.
Texas State introduces new head football coach
New Texas State head football coach Everett Withers seems to have a plan for everything, even how to celebrate championships.
New Texas State head football coach Everett Withers seems to have a plan for everything, even how to celebrate championships.
Tide Turner: Gutsy play helps 'Bama get past Clemson, 45-40
GLENDALE, Ariz. (AP) — The last step toward making Alabama's run of championships under Nick Saban the greatest in college football history was the toughest. The Crimson Tide needed all its power and speed. It needed all its talent and steely resolve. When that alone couldn't do it, it was up to one gutsy trick to help win the fourth national title of the Saban dynasty.
GLENDALE, Ariz. (AP) — The last step toward making Alabama's run of championships under Nick Saban the greatest in college football history was the toughest. The Crimson Tide needed all its power and speed. It needed all its talent and steely resolve. When that alone couldn't do it, it was up to one gutsy trick to help win the fourth national title of the Saban dynasty.
Alabama-Clemson National Championship Capsule
No. 2 Alabama (13-1) vs. No. 1 Clemson (14-0), 8:32 p.m. EST (ESPN) at University of Phoenix Stadium in Glendale, Arizona. Line: Alabama by 6 1-2. Series Record: Alabama leads 12-3. WHAT'S AT STAKE The national championship. Clemson would become the first 15-0 FBS champion while Alabama would win its fourth national title in seven seasons. KEY MATCHUP
No. 2 Alabama (13-1) vs. No. 1 Clemson (14-0), 8:32 p.m. EST (ESPN) at University of Phoenix Stadium in Glendale, Arizona. Line: Alabama by 6 1-2. Series Record: Alabama leads 12-3. WHAT'S AT STAKE The national championship. Clemson would become the first 15-0 FBS champion while Alabama would win its fourth national title in seven seasons. KEY MATCHUP
Prep and planning pays off for Packers' McCarthy, Rodgers
GREEN BAY, Wis. (AP) — Game-planning sessions can get a little dry sometimes for the Green Bay Packers. Not lately, not with coach Mike McCarthy and quarterback Aaron Rodgers in that same meeting to spice things up — both on and off the field.
GREEN BAY, Wis. (AP) — Game-planning sessions can get a little dry sometimes for the Green Bay Packers. Not lately, not with coach Mike McCarthy and quarterback Aaron Rodgers in that same meeting to spice things up — both on and off the field.
Chiefs beat Texans 30-0 for first playoff win since 1994
HOUSTON (AP) — After 22 years without a playoff victory, the Kansas City Chiefs were determined not to give up the lead this time. The Chiefs had enough points to win after jumping ahead 7-0 in the first 11 seconds, and they used relentless pressure, five turnovers and a ball-control offense to dominate the Houston Texans 30-0 in the wild-card round of the NFL playoffs on Saturday.
HOUSTON (AP) — After 22 years without a playoff victory, the Kansas City Chiefs were determined not to give up the lead this time. The Chiefs had enough points to win after jumping ahead 7-0 in the first 11 seconds, and they used relentless pressure, five turnovers and a ball-control offense to dominate the Houston Texans 30-0 in the wild-card round of the NFL playoffs on Saturday.
New Texas A&M Athletic Director to be introduced next week
The football program reportedly agrees to a three-year deal with new offensive coordinator Noel Mazzone. The Aggies also make their new Athletic Director hire official bringing in Scott Woodward.
The football program reportedly agrees to a three-year deal with new offensive coordinator Noel Mazzone. The Aggies also make their new Athletic Director hire official bringing in Scott Woodward.
Former Cardinals official pleads guilty to hacking Astros
HOUSTON (AP) — The former scouting director for the St. Louis Cardinals pleaded guilty in federal court Friday to hacking into the player database and email system of the Houston Astros in an unusual case of high-tech cheating involving two Major League Baseball clubs.
HOUSTON (AP) — The former scouting director for the St. Louis Cardinals pleaded guilty in federal court Friday to hacking into the player database and email system of the Houston Astros in an unusual case of high-tech cheating involving two Major League Baseball clubs.
Beyonce to perform at Super Bowl halftime show next month
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Watt's playoff history bodes well for Texans against Chiefs
HOUSTON (AP) — J.J. Watt has had plenty of great games for the Texans. And as Houston looks to end Kansas City's 10-game winning streak in the wild-card round of the playoffs, it can take comfort in this: Some of the star defensive end's best games have come in the postseason. In four playoff games, Watt has five sacks, 17 tackles, three batted passes and an interception return...
HOUSTON (AP) — J.J. Watt has had plenty of great games for the Texans. And as Houston looks to end Kansas City's 10-game winning streak in the wild-card round of the playoffs, it can take comfort in this: Some of the star defensive end's best games have come in the postseason. In four playoff games, Watt has five sacks, 17 tackles, three batted passes and an interception return...
Griffey elected to Hall with highest percentage, Piazza in
NEW YORK (AP) — Ken Griffey Jr. was considered Mr. Clean during 22 years in the major leagues, untainted by accusations of drug use as he climbed the home-run list during the height of the Steroids Era. He nearly made a clean sweep in Hall of Fame voting. Griffey received 437 of 440 votes in his first appearance on the Baseball Writers' Association of America ballot, a record 99.3...
NEW YORK (AP) — Ken Griffey Jr. was considered Mr. Clean during 22 years in the major leagues, untainted by accusations of drug use as he climbed the home-run list during the height of the Steroids Era. He nearly made a clean sweep in Hall of Fame voting. Griffey received 437 of 440 votes in his first appearance on the Baseball Writers' Association of America ballot, a record 99.3...
Buccaneers fire coach Lovie Smith after 2 seasons
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers fired coach Lovie Smith on Wednesday night. Smith went 6-10 this season and 8-24 over two years in charge of the team. The announcement came as a surprise to many because Smith's job was not considered to be in danger.
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers fired coach Lovie Smith on Wednesday night. Smith went 6-10 this season and 8-24 over two years in charge of the team. The announcement came as a surprise to many because Smith's job was not considered to be in danger.