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Melding Newcomers With Experienced Vets Keeps US Golden
The U.S. women’s basketball has won six consecutive gold medals by being able to successfully meld first-time Olympians with veterans.5 years ago
Instant Replay: Former Cougar Jamal Williams Makes Reporters Play Rock, Paper, Scissors
Detroit Lions running back Jamal Williams is always around to make sports fans laugh.5 years ago
‘Wow! Wow!’ Women Get Olympic Track Off To Sizzling Start
The look on sprinter Marie-Josée Ta Lou’s face said everything. “Wow! Wow!” she screamed, her eyes wide open and her mouth agape as she crossed the finish line first and looked over at the clock.5 years ago
Bean Burrito: Utah State Star Justin Bean Announces Partnership With Taco Time
Utah State Aggie basketball forward Justin Bean announced a partnership with Taco Time.5 years ago
US Men Ask Appeals Court To Reinstate Women’s Wage Suit
The U.S. men’s national team asked a federal appeals court to reinstate wage claims against the U.S. Soccer Federation filed by women’s national team players.5 years ago
Texas Board Votes To Accept Invitation To SEC; OU On Deck
The board of regents for the University of Texas voted unanimously Friday to accept an invitation for the Longhorns to join the Southeastern Conference.5 years ago
Olympic First: Men, Women To Swim Together In The Same Race
Swimming is nothing if not orderly. Get ready for a little chaos.5 years ago
Olympic Champ Sunisa Lee Still Focused On College, Not Fame
Sunisa Lee’s life changed the second she placed a gold medal around her neck. The newly minted Olympic gymnastic champion’s plans, however, have not.5 years ago
AP Sources: Lakers Acquiring All-Star Westbrook From Wizards
The Los Angeles Lakers are acquiring All-Star point guard Russell Westbrook from the Washington Wizards for three players and the rights to first-round pick Isaiah Jackson.5 years ago
EXPLAINER: How ‘The Twisties’ Stopped Simone Biles Cold
Maybe Simone Biles made soaring through the air look too easy. It’s not — a fact she and other gymnasts who constantly negotiate with the laws of physics have long understood.5 years ago
‘I Feel So Terrible’: Djokovic’s Golden Slam Bid Is Over
With his Golden Slam bid over for at least another three years, Novak Djokovic rested his head on Alexander Zverev’s shoulder as his German opponent and friend consoled him.5 years ago
Sponsors Praise Simone Biles After Withdrawal
Simone Biles’ sponsors, including Athleta and Visa, are lauding her decision to put her mental health first and withdraw from the gymnastics team competition during the Olympics.5 years ago
Zach Wilson Signs Delayed Deal With New York Jets
Former BYU quarterback Zach Wilson is officially a member of the New York Jets after signing his rookie contract.5 years ago
Jets Coach Robert Saleh Comments On Zach Wilson’s Absence
Former BYU quarterback and current New York Jets rookie Zach Wilson still hasn't signed his contract, meaning he hasn't reported to training camp.5 years ago
Italy Wins Rematch With US In Men’s Olympic Water Polo
Francesco Di Fulvio and Italy won the 2019 world championship in men’s water polo, establishing themselves as gold medal contenders for the Olympics. Then the coronavirus pandemic arrived.5 years ago
From Rodgers To Watson, All about QBs as NFL Camps Begin
Aaron Rodgers and Deshaun Watson appeared on the field at their teams’ first training camp practices. Lamar Jackson was absent from his after testing positive for COVID-19. Zach Wilson is still away and without a contract.5 years ago
Big 12 Accuses ESPN Of Trying To ‘Destabilize’ Conference
Big 12 Commissioner Bob Bowlsby told The Associated Press that ESPN is pushing other conferences to pick apart the league so Texas and Oklahoma can move to the Southeastern Conference without paying a massive buyout.5 years ago
NCAA Won’t Re-Evaluate Penalties For Bush, Other Cases
Earlier this month, the Heisman Trust said it would return the Heisman to Bush if the NCAA were to reinstate him for the 2005 season.5 years ago
Kraken Make Splash To Start Free Agency By Signing Grubauer
Philipp Grubauer is going from anchoring a Presidents Trophy-winning roster to the unknowns of playing for an expansion franchise.5 years ago
Olympic Stadium Opens In Tokyo For Start Of Track And Field
Track and Field begins competition on Day 7 of the Tokyo Games and four medal events will be decided in the pool in Friday’s coverage of the Olympics.5 years ago
Rodgers Participates In Packers’ First Training-Camp Workout
Aaron Rodgers is working out with the Green Bay Packers in their first training camp session as the reigning MVP has at least temporarily put aside his issues with the team.5 years ago
US Volleyball Star Revels As Role Model For Deaf Kids
Growing up nearly completely deaf provided a challenge for David Smith as he tried to integrate with other kids at school or on the playground.5 years ago
Dixie State Coach, Players Excited For Tough Schedule, In-State Rivals
This morning at WAC Media Day, Dixie State head coach Paul Peterson, quarterback Kody Wilstead and linebacker Malaki Malaki discussed the upcoming season and getting through the hardship of last season.5 years ago
