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Knights XC finds success while hosting SCAC meet
ROYAL CITY — The Royal Knights cross country team hosted a late season South Central Athletic Conference meet at R…
Saints' depth, adaptability on display during win streak
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — As far as Saints coach Sean Payton is concerned, there were meaningful storylines coming out of New Orleans' lopsided victory at Denver that had nothing to do with the Broncos being forced to pla…
Utah high school to replace Braves mascot amid backlash
SALT LAKE CITY (AP) — A mostly white high school near Salt Lake City will replace its contentious Braves mascot after nearly 70 years, the principal said Monday, as school and professional sports teams face increas…
MATCHDAY: Liverpool, Real among teams looking to advance
A look at what’s happening in the Champions League on Tuesday:
The Latest: Tennessee State postpones start of men’s hoops
The Latest on the effects of the coronavirus outbreak on sports around the world:
Packers' defense finally starting to produce more takeaways
GREEN BAY, Wis. (AP) — The Green Bay Packers thrived on big plays from their defense last year, but didn’t produce nearly enough of them the first half of this season.
Win or lose, it's Darnold's job to lead Jets rest of the way
NEW YORK (AP) — Sam Darnold's return was supposed to be the big spark for the New York Jets.
Hokies backup quarterback Quincy Patterson to transfer
BLACKSBURG, Va. (AP) — Virginia Tech backup quarterback Quincy Patterson has decided to transfer.
Fulham fixes penalty woes to beat Leicester; Villa's VAR woe
The first ballooned over the crossbar. The second was a dreadful attempt at a “Panenka” that flopped into the goalkeeper’s arms. The third flew off target because of an unfortunate slip.
Finch lifts Jacksonville St. past Mobile 85-66
MOBILE, Ala. (AP) — Jalen Finch scored a career-high 17 points with seven assists and six rebounds and Jacksonville State beat Mobile 85-66 on Monday.
The Latest: Pepperdine men's basketball cancels home opener
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Giants in playoff hunt, riding longest win streak since '16
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) — If the New York Giants are to get back to the playoffs for the first time since 2016, they have to start beating teams with winning records.
Ready or not, NBA training camps are set to open once again
For the Los Angeles Lakers and Miami Heat, it was the shortest offseason ever. For the eight teams that haven’t played since March, the offseason dragged for longer than most seasons last. And for all 30 clubs, que…
Indians sold reliever Adam Cimber to Marlins for $100,000
CLEVELAND (AP) — The Cleveland Indians sold side-arm reliever Adam Cimber to the Marlins on Monday for $100,000, and Miami designated right-hander José Ureña for assignment.
Kristie Mewis persevered to become breakout US star
Kristie Mewis became the unexpected star of U.S. women’s soccer this year and in the process showed the power of perseverance.
Inconsistent play becomes key problem in Colts' playoff push
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Indianapolis Colts coach Frank Reich routinely warns players against riding the emotional waves.