An independent investigation into the scandals that broke out in the National Women’s Soccer League last season found that emotional abuse and sexual misconduct were systemic in sport, affecting multiple teams, coaches and players, according to a report released Monday. “Abuse in the NWSL is rooted in a deeper culture of women’s football, starting with … Read more
NEW YORK (AP) — Jim Palmer thought back to 1971, when Baltimore Orioles pitching coach George Bamberger kept scribbling marks on the underside of his cap brim. “George, what is it?” the Hall of Fame pitcher remembers asking. “He said, ‘I have a full play clause. If you get 50 or more full games, I … Read more
‘Premiership Rugby can confirm that Worcester Warriors’ Gallagher Premiership Rugby matches against Gloucester Rugby and Harlequins have been cancelled’, Warriors’ off-field setbacks led to the cancellation of two of their matches Last update: 03/10/22 1:43 p.m. Worcester Warriors fixtures against Gloucester and Harlequins have been cancelled. The news comes amid the club’s financial difficulties, in … Read more
Advertising. Yellowknife had the opportunity to host the 2023 Canada Winter Games, but city councilors voted in 2016 against it. Although a report insisted the city had the money, volunteers and accommodation to host the Games, councilors said they had not heard enough public support and felt the dozens millions of dollars needed could be … Read more
NEW YORK (AP) — Fans filled Yankee Stadium hoping for the moment that never came. Aaron Judge must hit the road to break the American League home run record, remaining tied with Roger Maris at 61 after going without a homer in a three-game series against the Baltimore Orioles that ended in New York’s 3-1 … Read more
Former ESPN sports commentator Rachel Nichols said on Showtime All the smoke podcast this week that the leaked audio leading to her exit from the Sports Network was obtained by someone who “spied” on her in her hotel room. nichols joined Showtime Basketball as a sportscaster and host, her first NBA-focused gig since leaving ESPN … Read more
DEVELOPING STORYDEVELOPING HISTORY, Police fired tear gas after fans swarmed the pitch in East Java, sparking a stampede that killed more than 100 people. Indonesian police say at least 129 people were killed and dozens injured after a stampede during a riot at a football match in East Java province. In a statement on Sunday, … Read more
JEDDAH: The gaming and esports industry is growing rapidly in Saudi Arabia and across the GCC, with major investments announced to support domestic game developers and world-class competitions taking place in the region. Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman recently announced the Kingdom’s ambition to see 30 competitive games developed by Kingdom companies by 2030 … Read more
Lewis Hamilton leads the timesheet at the end of the first practice; Max Verstappen finished second after leading most of the session; Charles Leclerc third for Ferrari; watch Singapore GP Practice Two live at 2pm on Sky Sports F1 later Friday Last update: 09/30/22 12:59 Please use Chrome browser for more accessible video player Anthony … Read more
Russian players from two NHL teams opening the season in the Czech Republic will finally be allowed to play in both games of the Global Series in Prague. The Czech government has abandoned its attempt to ban Russian players on the San Jose and Nashville rosters, NHL Deputy Commissioner Bill Daly said Thursday. The move … Read more