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Cougars conclude season in state tourney
YAKIMA — The Warden Cougars’ softball season came to a close Friday in the quarterfinals of the 2B State Tournamen…
Iowa drubs Minnesota 35-7 for 6th straight win for the pig
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Iowa's defense clamped down hard on Minnesota all night, coming awfully close to its first shutout in the series since 2009.
No. 4 Virginia opens year in rare position: as ACC favorite
Tony Bennett was pleased how his Virginia team played in the weeks before the coronavirus pandemic abruptly shut down last season.
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Kispert, Ayayi lead No. 1 Gonzaga's quest for national title
SPOKANE, Wash. (AP) — Corey Kispert believed Gonzaga would be playing for the national title at the end of last season, before the Bulldogs' championship aspirations were derailed by the coronavirus pandemic.
Tate apologizes for outburst, says it 'won't happen again'
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) — Subdued, contrite and sounding ready to take responsibility for his actions, New York Giants receiver Golden Tate apologized Friday for an outburst that caused coach Joe Judge to leave …
8 months after stoppage, Asian Champions League East resumes
More than eight months since the Asian Champions League was suspended due to the coronavirus, the eastern zone finally resumes on Sunday with teams from Japan, South Korea, Australia, Thailand and China.
Former Detroit college basketball star Duerod dies at age 64
DETROIT (AP) — Terry Duerod, a college basketball standout who played for Dick Vitale at Detroit in the 1970s before winning an NBA title with the Boston Celtics, has died. He was 64.
Week 11: Miami-VT, Big Ten highlight stripped-down schedule
What already was set up to be a college football schedule without much sizzle has been further gutted by the pandemic this week.
Ramsey ready for anticipated showdown with Seahawks' Metcalf
THOUSAND OAKS, Calif. (AP) — Count Brandon Staley among those excited to see Los Angeles Rams cornerback Jalen Ramsey and Seattle Seahawks wide receiver D.K. Metcalf face off on Sunday.
No. 9 Duke hopes depth, freshman class offset big losses
Duke coach Mike Krzyzewski sees plenty of depth and balance on his latest roster. He sounds like he intends to use it, too.
Morata gets second chance to lead Spain's attack
BARCELONA, Spain (AP) — Back in the national side for the first time in a year, Álvaro Morata says it is only a matter of time before Spain works out its scoring struggles.
Ukraine reports 5 virus cases before Germany game
LEIPZIG, Germany (AP) — The Ukraine Football Association reported five cases of the coronavirus on Friday, one day before its national team’s Nations League game against Germany.
Brownell urging consistency for Clemson amid COVID concerns
Clemson coach Brad Brownell said he can count on effort and dedication from his players each day at practice. Other than that, the Tigers long-time leader doesn't have a clue how this season will unfold.
Colts send loud, clear message with crucial win at Tennessee
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — The Indianapolis Colts sent an unmistakable message at Tennessee: Yes, they can beat anyone in the NFL.
No. 13 Wisconsin to play at Michigan after canceling 2 games
ANN ARBOR, Mich. (AP) — Wisconsin's wait is almost over.