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Clausen shows excitement for two years on LEAP committee
WARDEN — Soren Clausen was announced as part of the Washington Interscholastic Athletic Association’s Leadership t…
Goran Dragic, Meyers Leonard quickly agree on Heat returns
MIAMI (AP) — Goran Dragic has repeatedly said that he wants to finish his career in Miami. Meyers Leonard ended last season wanting a second run with the Heat.
LaVar vs. Jordan: LaMelo says 'we know how it'd turn out'
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — Now that LaMelo Ball is a member of the Charlotte Hornets, some basketball fans are hoping that the 1-on-1 game between his outspoken father LaVar and six-time NBA champion Michael Jordan mig…
Colts could go from outsider to contender by beating Packers
It's difficult to sneak up on anybody in the NFL, given the attention the sport commands.
Cardinals, Murray bruised after frustrating loss to Seattle
Arizona's playoff hopes took a hit during Thursday night's 28-21 loss to the Seattle Seahawks. Maybe more important for the Cardinals, so did quarterback Kyler Murray's throwing shoulder.
No. 23 Auburn hosts Tennessee in Gus Malzahn's 100th game
Tennessee (2-4, 2-4 SEC) at No. 23 Auburn (4-2, 4-2), Saturday at 7 p.m. EST (ESPN).
Penn State hoping to get more from offense, QB Levis vs Iowa
STATE COLLEGE, Pa. (AP) — Will Levis’ bulging biceps round out an imposing physique, one Penn State’s backup quarterback has used to earn respect as a hard-nosed, lower-the-shoulder-first signal-caller.
Darnold has 'good shot' at returning as Jets QB next week
NEW YORK (AP) — Sam Darnold might be back leading the New York Jets' huddle as soon as next week.
No. 15 Coastal Carolina seeks control of East vs. App State
Appalachian State (6-1, 4-0 Sun Belt) at No. 15 Coastal Carolina (7-0, 5-0), Saturday at noon EST (ESPN2).
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Red Sox tab Will Venable as bench coach in Cora's return
BOSTON (AP) — The Boston Red Sox have hired Will Venable to be a bench coach on manager Alex Cora’s staff.
Pirates designate P Williams, OF/IF Osuna for assignment
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The Pittsburgh Pirates have designated pitcher Trevor Williams and utility player José Osuna for assignment.
Tennessee AD Fulmer, Miami coach Diaz isolating for virus
Tennessee athletic director and former Volunteers football coach Phillip Fulmer said Friday he is in isolation after testing positive for COVID-19. And Miami's Manny Diaz became the latest active coach to announce …
Packers' Adams returns to practice, 'good to go' on Sunday
GREEN BAY, Wis. (AP) — Green Bay Packers wide receiver Davante Adams returned to practice Friday and is expected to play Sunday at Indianapolis despite dealing with an ankle injury this week.
No. 13 Georgia hosts Mississippi St with something to prove
Mississippi State (2-4, 2-4 SEC) at No. 13 Georgia (4-2, 4-2), Saturday at 7:30 p.m. EST (SEC Network).
American star Gio Reyna extends Dortmund contract to 2025
DORTMUND, Germany (AP) — American youngster Gio Reyna has extended his contract with German team Borussia Dortmund.