PHOTO USA Today Sports Images Try as we might, it’s easy to overreact to the disjointed second half turned in by Team USA in a narrow win over Australia in Abu Dhabi. Energy in spurts, effectiveness largely in isolation, and soft interior defense contributed to the white-knuckle finish in the exhibition game that left head…
May 9, 2024; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Atlanta Dream guard Aerial Powers (23) yells to teammates as Indiana Fever guard Lexie Hull (10) reaches of the ball Thursday, May 9, 2024, during the preseason game against the Atlanta Dream at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis. The Indiana Fever defeated the Atlanta Dream, 83-80. Mandatory Credit: Grace Hollars-USA…
Jun 15, 2024; Pinehurst, North Carolina, USA; Ludvig Aberg putts on the fifth hole during the third round of the U.S. Open golf tournament. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-USA TODAY Sports There’s no overstating the importance of a victory at the Open Championship, as far as Sweden’s Ludvig Aberg is concerned. He makes his debut in…
Nov 25, 2023; San Diego, California, USA; Fresno State Bulldogs head coach Jeff Tedford looks on during the first half against the San Diego State Aztecs at Snapdragon Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Orlando Ramirez-USA TODAY Sports Fresno State football coach Jeff Tedford announced Monday he is stepping down due to health concerns. Tedford, 62, compiled a…
PHOTO USA Today Sports Images Perhaps the biggest surprise in the first half of the baseball season didn’t occur between the foul lines. Did anyone really expect the MLB to be able to get rid of umpire Angel Hernandez? The oft-berated Hernandez said in early May he was retiring after 33 seasons in the majors…
PHOTO USA Today Sports Images Leaves haven’t started to change color, pumpkin pie is nowhere to be found in your local grocery store’s bakery section, and the guy you haven’t seen since high school has yet to text you about his fantasy football league seeking one more player. But don’t be fooled: The NFL season…
Jul 6, 2024; London, United Kingdom; Cameron Norrie (GBR) reacts after winning a point against Alexander Zverev (GER)(not pictured) in a gentlemen’s singles match on day six of The Championships Wimbledon 2024 at All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-USA TODAY Sports No. 5 seed Cameron Norrie of Great Britain earned…
Dec 30, 2023; Atlanta, GA, USA; Mississippi Rebels head coach Lane Kiffin runs on the field before a game against the Penn State Nittany Lions at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-USA TODAY Sports Ole Miss head coach Lane Kiffin will be moving forward with a heavy heart this season after the recent passing of…
Jul 11, 2024; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; Pittsburgh Pirates starting pitcher Paul Skenes (30) pitches in the first inning against the Milwaukee Brewers at American Family Field. Mandatory Credit: Benny Sieu-USA TODAY Sports ARLINGTON, Texas — The 2024 All-Star Game isn’t short on storylines. From Kansas City’s Bobby Witt Jr. returning to his hometown under the…
Jul 15, 2024; Ayrshire, SCT; Spectators in the 18th green stands during a practice round for the Open Championship golf tournament at Royal Troon. Mandatory Credit: Jack Gruber-USA TODAY Sports The final major of 2024 begins Thursday at Royal Troon in South Ayrshire, Scotland. The first three have produced three different champions: Scottie Scheffler (Masters),…
