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Postseason football is here
MOSES LAKE — Postseason high school football is finally here in the Basin, as several teams have earned their chan…
Griezmann saves Barcelona in Copa del Rey; Madrid advances
MADRID (AP) — With Lionel Messi rested and Luis Suárez out injured, it was Antoine Griezmann who had to come through to save Barcelona from an embarrassing elimination in the Copa del Rey.
One deal agents can't reach in transfer window is with FIFA
LONDON (AP) — The super agents of soccer have pressing priorities beyond trading players in the January transfer window: Protecting their ability to enjoy unrestricted cuts of deals.
Woods, McIlroy give Torrey Pines the feel of a season opener
SAN DIEGO (AP) — A small crowd that gathered in the morning chill made its way to the first tee to watch Tiger Woods start his pro-am round Wednesday at Torrey Pines.
Neymar stars as PSG beats Reims to reach League Cup final
PARIS (AP) — Neymar was involved in all three goals as Paris Saint-Germain cruised past Reims 3-0 on Wednesday to set up a League Cup final against Lyon.
Leicester beats West Ham 4-1 to maintain top-4 push in EPL
Leicester, England (AP) — Leicester maintained its push for a top-four spot by beating relegation-threatened West Ham 4-1 in the Premier League on Wednesday but lost leading scorer Jamie Vardy to an injury.
Ronaldo helps Juventus beat Roma 3-1 to reach semifinals
TURIN, Italy (AP) — Cristiano Ronaldo scored again to set Juventus on its way to a 3-1 win over Roma on Wednesday and a place in the Italian Cup semifinals.
Phillies add Liriano, Norris, Storen, Walker on minors deals
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — The Philadelphia Phillies have signed left-hander Francisco Liriano, right-handers Bud Norris and Drew Storen and infielder Neil Walker to minor league contracts with invitations to attend major…
Tottenham ends 4-match EPL winless run by beating Norwich
LONDON (AP) — Son Heung-min ended Tottenham's four-match winless run in the Premier League by sealing a 2-1 victory over Norwich on Wednesday.
Javon Kinlaw's humble beginning fuels his aggressive play
MOBILE, Ala. (AP) — Javon Kinlaw’s motivation comes from his past, having lived at times without running water or electricity.
Mississippi State hires Zach Arnett as defensive coordinator
STARKVILLE, Miss. (AP) — Mississippi State has named Zach Arnett as its defensive coordinator, less than two weeks after he had accepted the same position at Syracuse.
Fan passion fuels Iowa women's 30-game home winning streak
IOWA CITY, Iowa (AP) — Lisa Bluder grew up in Iowa, and her college coaching career has been spent only at in-state schools.
3 former Dolphins provide Super Bowl boost to Chiefs
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — The Kansas City Chiefs saw value in a trio of players that were essentially castoffs from what was one of the least-successful franchises in the NFL over the past 10 years, and their decisio…
Cardinals sign backup C Matt Wieters to deal for 2020
ST. LOUIS (AP) — The Cardinals signed catcher Matt Wieters to a contract for the 2020 season on Wednesday, bringing back the 33-year-old veteran to fill the same role behind Yadier Molina as last season.
Role reversal: Pro Bowl provides chance for position swap
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (AP) — Pittsburgh’s Cameron Heyward jogged through the end zone, stretched out his right arm and made a one-handed catch to start Pro Bowl practice Wednesday.
Column: Finally, the Super Bowl might be fun again
Finally, the Super Bowl might be fun again.