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Basin Battle of the Boosters set for 6th year of event
EPHRATA — What is typically a highly anticipated rivalry called the ‘Battle of the Basin’ in most Quincy vs Ephrat…
AP sources say Philadelphia Eagles fire coach Doug Pederson after five seasons, 4-11-1 record in 2020
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — AP sources say Philadelphia Eagles fire coach Doug Pederson after five seasons, 4-11-1 record in 2020.
The wait is almost over for NHL teams that missed playoffs
NEWARK, N.J. (AP) — Jack Hughes of the New Jersey Devils hadn't had a layoff like this since ... ever?
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Arizona readies stadium as vaccination site as cases mount
PHOENIX (AP) — COVID-19 hospitalizations in Arizona reached another new high Monday as the state ramps up its vaccine efforts, including turning an NFL stadium into an around the clock vaccination site.
The Latest: European club rugby competitions suspended
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Francisco Lindor all smiles after trade from Indians to Mets
NEW YORK (AP) — Francisco Lindor smiled widely for a full 40 minutes, enthralled to join a New York Mets team bulking up under new owner Steven Cohen.
Falcons continue coach search, interview Titans' OC Smith
ATLANTA (AP) — The Atlanta Falcons have interviewed Tennessee Titans offensive coordinator Arthur Smith for their head coaching job.
In blow to Wizards, Westbrook out a week with injured leg
WASHINGTON (AP) — Washington Wizards point guard Russell Westbrook is expected to sit out a week with an injured left leg, the latest blow to a team that entered Monday with a 2-8 record.
No. 25 Washington St earns 1st ranking in women's AP Top 25
Kamie Ethridge was surprised to hear that Washington State had never been ranked before.
POLL ALERT: Washington State earns first ranking in school history, coming in at No. 25 in women's Top 25
NEW YORK (AP) — POLL ALERT: Washington State earns first ranking in school history, coming in at No. 25 in women's Top 25.
The Latest: Browns coach Kevin Stefanski expected back soon
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NBA calls off 2 more games over virus-related concerns
The NBA called off two more games because of COVID-related and contact tracing issues on Monday, and the Miami Heat were preparing to be without as many as eight players — including All-Stars Jimmy Butler and Bam A…
Carson Palmer, Bob Stoops lead college Hall of Fame class
Heisman Trophy winner Carson Palmer and former Oklahoma coach Bob Stoops are among the 13 former players and coaches who make up the latest College Football Hall of Fame class.
Doan returning to Coyotes in front office role
GLENDALE, Ariz. (AP) — Shane Doan is returning to the Arizona Coyotes.
Cyclones' freshman Foster to have surgery, out for season
AMES, Iowa (AP) — Iowa State freshman Xavier Foster will miss the rest of the season after electing to have surgery on his right foot, coach Steve Prohm announced Monday.