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.
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...