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Rage bats come alive in weekend tourney semifinal run
MOSES LAKE — The Washington Rage 16U (5-5-1) took a step forward over the weekend after making a run to the semifi…
The Latest: Ukraine match against Switzerland canceled
The Latest on the effects of the coronavirus outbreak on sports around the world:
AP Source: Bucks getting Holiday to play with Antetokounmpo
Point guard Jrue Holiday is being traded from New Orleans to Milwaukee, which is aiming to give two-time reigning NBA MVP Giannis Antetokounmpo the improved roster that he seeks with the decision on his supermax co…
The Latest: Switzerland-Ukraine match at risk from virus
The Latest on the effects of the coronavirus outbreak on sports around the world:
FIFA seeks better tech for offside, cheaper video review
ZURICH (AP) — FIFA is working with technology firms to develop better visuals of offside lines and improve decision making by referees, the soccer body said Tuesday.
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'Ball of energy' McCaffrey out to rev up Nebraska offense
LINCOLN, Neb. (AP) — Upon meeting Luke McCaffrey for the first time, Nebraska defensive lineman Ty Robinson probably hoped his new roommate would cut back on the caffeine.
Top freshmen forge their own paths in picking schools
Many of the nation’s brightest prospects in the most recent recruiting class didn’t necessarily select the most obvious schools.
Nick Chubb all about the victory, not stats or spreads
It was during the Green Bay Packers’ resurgence under Brett Favre and Reggie White that the late defensive guru Fritz Shurmur dropped one of his most enduring maxims.
Warriors GM Myers faces draft challenges like no other year
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Bob Myers hears the chatter about everything riding on Golden State's draft pick at No. 2 overall.
NFL player looks to shed light on Palestinians' plight
ALLEN PARK, Mich. (AP) — NFL players have kneeled during the national anthem and taken stands to protest social injustice across the United States.
NFL develops 7-point mobility plan for diversity hiring
When the Rooney Rule was adopted by the NFL in 2003, Troy Vincent was in his 12th of 15 seasons as an outstanding defensive back. He was soon to become the president of the NFL Players Association, an impactful pos…
Gioacchini, Soto score 2 goals each as US routs Panama 6-2
A young United States roster showed promise, which was enough for now.
POLL ALERT: Alabama still No. 1 as top 8 unchanged; No. 9 Indiana set for top-10 matchup with Ohio State; Tulsa No. 25.
NEW YORK (AP) — POLL ALERT: Alabama still No. 1 as top 8 unchanged; No. 9 Indiana set for top-10 matchup with Ohio State; Tulsa No. 25.
Big 12 title game set for Dec. 19 with tickets going on sale
IRVING, Texas (AP) — The Big 12 plans to play its football championship game Dec. 19 after previously listing that Saturday and the preceding one as tentative dates.
Raiders' defense steps up to challenge during 3-game streak
LAS VEGAS (AP) — Coach Jon Gruden challenged the Las Vegas defense a few weeks ago after it was picked apart for 45 points in a loss to Tom Brady and Tampa Bay.