Motorsport: Hamilton on Abu Dhabi pole
Last year's world champion Lewis Hamilton claims pole position for Sunday's inaugural Abu Dhabi Grand Prix while his successor as Formula One's top driver, fellow Briton Jenson Button, qualifies fifth.
Sabtu, 31 Oktober 2009
Guardi's late TD lifts New Fairfield over Bunnell
Tennis: Venus joins Serena in semis
Defending champion Venus Williams reaches the semifinals of the $4.55 million WTA Championships in Qatar, where she joins sister Serena, without hitting a ball on Friday.
Nowitzki scores 21 in Mavs' 94-80 victory over LA
LOS ANGELES -- Dirk Nowitzki scored 21 points and the Dallas Mavericks were 25 of 32 from the free throw line in routing the Los Angeles Lakers 94-80 Friday night for their first win of the season.
Guardi's late TD lifts New Fairfield over Bunnell
STRATFORD -- Frank Guardi returned a squib kickoff 65 yards for the winning touchdown with 20 seconds left in the game Friday night to give the New Fairfield High football team a dramatic 26-22 South-West Conference victory over Bunnell.The Bulldogs, who jumped to a 16-0 lead, had just taken a 22-19 lead on Zack Thomas' 22-yard touchdown pass to Steve Buczek with less than a half-minute remaining before Guardi's decisive return.
Defending champion Venus Williams reaches the semifinals of the $4.55 million WTA Championships in Qatar, where she joins sister Serena, without hitting a ball on Friday.
Nowitzki scores 21 in Mavs' 94-80 victory over LA
LOS ANGELES -- Dirk Nowitzki scored 21 points and the Dallas Mavericks were 25 of 32 from the free throw line in routing the Los Angeles Lakers 94-80 Friday night for their first win of the season.
Guardi's late TD lifts New Fairfield over Bunnell
STRATFORD -- Frank Guardi returned a squib kickoff 65 yards for the winning touchdown with 20 seconds left in the game Friday night to give the New Fairfield High football team a dramatic 26-22 South-West Conference victory over Bunnell.The Bulldogs, who jumped to a 16-0 lead, had just taken a 22-19 lead on Zack Thomas' 22-yard touchdown pass to Steve Buczek with less than a half-minute remaining before Guardi's decisive return.
Jumat, 30 Oktober 2009
Football: Inter claim thrilling victory
Football: Inter claim thrilling victory
Inter Milan moved four points clear at the top of Serie A after beating Palermo 5-3 in a thriller on Thursday night.
Inter Milan moved four points clear at the top of Serie A after beating Palermo 5-3 in a thriller on Thursday night.
Poulter holds first round lead at Singapore Open
Golf: Chopra leading rain-hit event
Sweden's Daniel Chopra holds the clubhouse lead at the Singapore Open as lightning again disrupted play with more than half the field failing to finish their second rounds, including first round leader Ian Poulter and world number two Phil Mickelson.
Poulter holds first round lead at Singapore Open
SINGORE -- Ian Poulter held a one-stroke lead over Ernie Els when the first round of the Singapore Open was finally completed Friday after twice being suspended because of lightning.
Sweden's Daniel Chopra holds the clubhouse lead at the Singapore Open as lightning again disrupted play with more than half the field failing to finish their second rounds, including first round leader Ian Poulter and world number two Phil Mickelson.
Poulter holds first round lead at Singapore Open
SINGORE -- Ian Poulter held a one-stroke lead over Ernie Els when the first round of the Singapore Open was finally completed Friday after twice being suspended because of lightning.
NCAA Board of Directors approves new recruiting rules
Tennis: Serena in semis, Venus survives
Second seed Serena Williams, above, storms into the semifinals of the season-ending WTA Championships in Doha, while sister and defending champion Venus keeps her slim hopes alive.
NCAA Board of Directors approves new recruiting rules
The NCAA Division I Board of Directors approved Thursday a new set of recruiting restrictions intended to stop men's basketball coaches from attempting to gain access to prospects for a price.
New Milford girls tie Immaculate
NEW MILFORD -- They had plenty of chances to score, but none of the shots managed to find the back of the net. In its final tune-up before the South-West Conference tournament, the Immaculate High girls soccer team played to a scoreless tie with New Milford on Thursday night.
Second seed Serena Williams, above, storms into the semifinals of the season-ending WTA Championships in Doha, while sister and defending champion Venus keeps her slim hopes alive.
NCAA Board of Directors approves new recruiting rules
The NCAA Division I Board of Directors approved Thursday a new set of recruiting restrictions intended to stop men's basketball coaches from attempting to gain access to prospects for a price.
New Milford girls tie Immaculate
NEW MILFORD -- They had plenty of chances to score, but none of the shots managed to find the back of the net. In its final tune-up before the South-West Conference tournament, the Immaculate High girls soccer team played to a scoreless tie with New Milford on Thursday night.
Kamis, 29 Oktober 2009
Motorsport: Rosberg to leave Williams
Motorsport: Rosberg to leave Williams
German driver Nico Rosberg reveals he is looking for a new Formula One team for next year, and that this weekend's season-ending race in Abu Dhabi will be his last for Williams.
German driver Nico Rosberg reveals he is looking for a new Formula One team for next year, and that this weekend's season-ending race in Abu Dhabi will be his last for Williams.
Baseball: Phillies top Yankees in Series
Baseball: Phillies top Yankees in Series
NEW YORK -- Even when he caught a ball behind his back, Cliff Lee merely shrugged.
Anthony scores 30 as Nuggets beat Jazz
DENVER -- Carmelo Anthony had a game-high 30 points and rookie Ty Lawson scored seven of his 17 points in a pivotal fourth-quarter run, lifting the Denver Nuggets to a season-opening 114-105 win over the Utah Jazz on Wednesday night.
"An Hour For James" set for Nov. 5 at Bethel High
BETHEL -- The public is invited to attend "An Hour For James," a gathering on the Bethel High track to be held on Nov. 5 to show support for Bethel High senior athlete James Thomsen, who was diagnosed with brain cancer this past summer.The hour is designed to be a time of reflection and exercise, and all are invited to come and walk or run around the track for an hour.
NEW YORK -- Even when he caught a ball behind his back, Cliff Lee merely shrugged.
Anthony scores 30 as Nuggets beat Jazz
DENVER -- Carmelo Anthony had a game-high 30 points and rookie Ty Lawson scored seven of his 17 points in a pivotal fourth-quarter run, lifting the Denver Nuggets to a season-opening 114-105 win over the Utah Jazz on Wednesday night.
"An Hour For James" set for Nov. 5 at Bethel High
BETHEL -- The public is invited to attend "An Hour For James," a gathering on the Bethel High track to be held on Nov. 5 to show support for Bethel High senior athlete James Thomsen, who was diagnosed with brain cancer this past summer.The hour is designed to be a time of reflection and exercise, and all are invited to come and walk or run around the track for an hour.
Rabu, 28 Oktober 2009
Danbury qualifies for state field hockey tournament
RIDGEFIELD -- Allie Kornhaas deflected home a shot with about four minutes remaining in sudden-death overtime to lift the Danbury High field hockey team to a 1-0 victory over rival Ridgefield on Tuesday. The win secures a spot for te Hatters in the state tournament.
RIDGEFIELD -- Allie Kornhaas deflected home a shot with about four minutes remaining in sudden-death overtime to lift the Danbury High field hockey team to a 1-0 victory over rival Ridgefield on Tuesday. The win secures a spot for te Hatters in the state tournament.
Tennis: Agassi used crystal meth
Tennis: Agassi used crystal meth
American tennis legend Andre Agassi admits using crystal methamphetamine a year before winning the French Open in 1998, and that he lied to the sport's governing bodies in the same period about a positive drugs test to avoid a ban.
Lakers beat Clippers in season opener
LOS ANGELES -- There was no championship hangover for these Lakers. Kobe Bryant scored 33 points and Andrew Bynum added 26 on his 22nd birthday as the reigning NBA champions opened defense of their title Tuesday night with a 99-92 victory over the Clippers, their Staples Center co-tenants who pla...
American tennis legend Andre Agassi admits using crystal methamphetamine a year before winning the French Open in 1998, and that he lied to the sport's governing bodies in the same period about a positive drugs test to avoid a ban.
Lakers beat Clippers in season opener
LOS ANGELES -- There was no championship hangover for these Lakers. Kobe Bryant scored 33 points and Andrew Bynum added 26 on his 22nd birthday as the reigning NBA champions opened defense of their title Tuesday night with a 99-92 victory over the Clippers, their Staples Center co-tenants who pla...
Selasa, 27 Oktober 2009
Sale of Cubs, Wrigley complete
Football: Ferguson admits charge
Manchester United manager Alex Ferguson admits an English Football Association charge of improper conduct after he publicly questioned the fitness of referee Alan Wiley.
Sale of Cubs, Wrigley complete
CHICAGO -- The $845 million sale of the Chicago Cubs, Wrigley Field and other assets from the Tribune Co. to the Ricketts family was completed Tuesday, more than 2 1/2 years after the baseball franchise was put on the market.
Manchester United manager Alex Ferguson admits an English Football Association charge of improper conduct after he publicly questioned the fitness of referee Alan Wiley.
Sale of Cubs, Wrigley complete
CHICAGO -- The $845 million sale of the Chicago Cubs, Wrigley Field and other assets from the Tribune Co. to the Ricketts family was completed Tuesday, more than 2 1/2 years after the baseball franchise was put on the market.
New Milford boys blast Newtown
Football: Surgery for Iaquinta, Totti
Italian giants Juventus and Roma have suffered blows with the news that star strikers Vincenzo Iaquinta and Francesco Totti have both undergone knee surgery.
Clippers No. 1 pick sidelined with broken kneecap
LOS ANGELES -- Los Angeles Clippers forward Blake Griffin has a broken left kneecap that could sideline the No. 1 overall draft pick for six weeks.
New Milford boys blast Newtown
NEWTOWN -- The New Milford and Newtown boys soccer teams are on track for next week's South-West Conference tournament, but the trains in which they are riding are heading opposite directions.The Green Wave, who have earned the top seed for the upcoming tournament, won their seventh straight game Monday night with a convincing 3-0 win over Newtown.
Italian giants Juventus and Roma have suffered blows with the news that star strikers Vincenzo Iaquinta and Francesco Totti have both undergone knee surgery.
Clippers No. 1 pick sidelined with broken kneecap
LOS ANGELES -- Los Angeles Clippers forward Blake Griffin has a broken left kneecap that could sideline the No. 1 overall draft pick for six weeks.
New Milford boys blast Newtown
NEWTOWN -- The New Milford and Newtown boys soccer teams are on track for next week's South-West Conference tournament, but the trains in which they are riding are heading opposite directions.The Green Wave, who have earned the top seed for the upcoming tournament, won their seventh straight game Monday night with a convincing 3-0 win over Newtown.
Senin, 26 Oktober 2009
Football: Barca back to winning ways
Football: Barca back to winning ways
Champions Barcelona bounce back from a dismal week to return to the top of the Spanish league with a 6-1 crushing of Real Zaragoza at the Nou Camp.
Champions Barcelona bounce back from a dismal week to return to the top of the Spanish league with a 6-1 crushing of Real Zaragoza at the Nou Camp.
Minggu, 25 Oktober 2009
Skiing: Cuche powers to opening win
Skiing: Cuche powers to opening win
Didier Cuche gave Switzerland opening honors in the men's World Cup skiing season with victory in the giant slalom on the Rettenbach glacier in Austria.
Didier Cuche gave Switzerland opening honors in the men's World Cup skiing season with victory in the giant slalom on the Rettenbach glacier in Austria.
Football: Real held goalless in Spain
Football: Real held goalless in Spain
Real Madrid capped a disappointing week by being held goalless by Sporting Gijon in the Spanish Primera Liga on Saturday night.
Real Madrid capped a disappointing week by being held goalless by Sporting Gijon in the Spanish Primera Liga on Saturday night.
Tennis: Schiavone claims Kremlin title
Tennis: Schiavone claims Kremlin title
Italy's Francesca Schiavone claimed the second title of her WTA Tour career with a straight sets victory over Olga Govortsova of Belarus in Sunday's Kremlin Cup final in Moscow.
Italy's Francesca Schiavone claimed the second title of her WTA Tour career with a straight sets victory over Olga Govortsova of Belarus in Sunday's Kremlin Cup final in Moscow.
Motorsport: Rossi claims MotoGP title
Motorsport: Rossi claims MotoGP title
Valentino Rossi was crowned MotoGP world champion for the sixth time as he took third place in Sunday's Malaysian Grand Prix at Sepang behind Casey Stoner of Australia.
Valentino Rossi was crowned MotoGP world champion for the sixth time as he took third place in Sunday's Malaysian Grand Prix at Sepang behind Casey Stoner of Australia.
Vineyard Haven wins the De Francis Memorial Dash
Golf: Swede Jonzon leads after fine 66
Sweden's Michael Jonzon boosted his chances of retaining his European Tour card after a third round six-under 66 saw him lead the Castello Masters in Spain on Saturday.
Vineyard Haven wins the De Francis Memorial Dash
Vineyard Haven, the youngest horse in the field Saturday, makes a mad dash along the sloppy front straight to edge Laurel Park-based Ravalo by a half-length to win the De Francis Memorial Dash.
Newtown nips Weston
WESTON -- It was a tale of two completely different halves of football Saturday at Weston High.Fortunately for Newtown, it won the second-half battle a little more decisively than the Trojans won the first half, or at least enough to avoid an upset and slip away with a 21-17 South-West Conference victory on a rain-soaked Weston homecoming.
Sweden's Michael Jonzon boosted his chances of retaining his European Tour card after a third round six-under 66 saw him lead the Castello Masters in Spain on Saturday.
Vineyard Haven wins the De Francis Memorial Dash
Vineyard Haven, the youngest horse in the field Saturday, makes a mad dash along the sloppy front straight to edge Laurel Park-based Ravalo by a half-length to win the De Francis Memorial Dash.
Newtown nips Weston
WESTON -- It was a tale of two completely different halves of football Saturday at Weston High.Fortunately for Newtown, it won the second-half battle a little more decisively than the Trojans won the first half, or at least enough to avoid an upset and slip away with a 21-17 South-West Conference victory on a rain-soaked Weston homecoming.
Sabtu, 24 Oktober 2009
Live Saturday High School Football Updates
Welcome back to our weekly live high school football scoring updates feature. If you can't get to the game, but want to follow everything that's happening across the Connecticut High School Football world live, just click the window below.We will be covering as many games as possible with our staff.
Welcome back to our weekly live high school football scoring updates feature. If you can't get to the game, but want to follow everything that's happening across the Connecticut High School Football world live, just click the window below.We will be covering as many games as possible with our staff.
UConn wants to honor Howard with victory
Football: Leverkusen move to top of Bundesliga
Bayer Leverkusen moved a point clear at the top of the German Bundesliga table after they were held to a 1-1 draw by Borussia Dortmund on Friday.
NBA, refs agree to two-year deal
NEW YORK -- The real referees will work the real games.
UConn wants to honor Howard with victory
MORGANTOWN, W.Va. -- The number 6 and the initials J.H. will be plastered all over today. And Jasper Howard will be on nearly everyone's mind when UConn takes the field today against West Virginia.The Huskies have dedicated its season, beginning with today's game against the No.
Bayer Leverkusen moved a point clear at the top of the German Bundesliga table after they were held to a 1-1 draw by Borussia Dortmund on Friday.
NBA, refs agree to two-year deal
NEW YORK -- The real referees will work the real games.
UConn wants to honor Howard with victory
MORGANTOWN, W.Va. -- The number 6 and the initials J.H. will be plastered all over today. And Jasper Howard will be on nearly everyone's mind when UConn takes the field today against West Virginia.The Huskies have dedicated its season, beginning with today's game against the No.
Jumat, 23 Oktober 2009
Football: Barclays agree Premier League deal
Football: Barclays agree Premier League deal
Barclays have agreed a new three-year title sponsorship deal with the English Premier League which will be worth around $135million to top-flight clubs.
Barclays have agreed a new three-year title sponsorship deal with the English Premier League which will be worth around $135million to top-flight clubs.
Green Wave sweep SWC cross country championships
BETHEL -- There was a little bit of everything Thursday at the South-West Conference Cross Country Championships.The meet featured a pair of individual records, a repeat team champion, a dethroning of a seven-time champ and a tribute to Bethel track athlete James Thomsen, who was recently diagnosed with brain cancer.
BETHEL -- There was a little bit of everything Thursday at the South-West Conference Cross Country Championships.The meet featured a pair of individual records, a repeat team champion, a dethroning of a seven-time champ and a tribute to Bethel track athlete James Thomsen, who was recently diagnosed with brain cancer.
Candlelight vigil brings UConn campus together
STORRS -- Since his star cornerback Jasper Howard was killed early Sunday morning, many people have been leaning on UConn football coach Randy Edsall for support. Realizing this, a number of his players tried to thank their coach Wednesday night during a candlelight vigil on the school's Student Union Mall.
STORRS -- Since his star cornerback Jasper Howard was killed early Sunday morning, many people have been leaning on UConn football coach Randy Edsall for support. Realizing this, a number of his players tried to thank their coach Wednesday night during a candlelight vigil on the school's Student Union Mall.
Todt succeeds Mosley to become FIA president
Todt succeeds Mosley to become FIA president
Jean Todt is named as the new president of the Federation Internationale de l'Automobile (FIA) and takes over from Max Mosley as the most powerful man in motorsport following a secret ballot at the governing body's headquarters in Paris.
Jean Todt is named as the new president of the Federation Internationale de l'Automobile (FIA) and takes over from Max Mosley as the most powerful man in motorsport following a secret ballot at the governing body's headquarters in Paris.
Green Wave sweep SWC cross country championships
Benfica put five past weakened Everton
Benfica crush injury-hit Everton 5-0 to end the English club's perfect record and go top of Group I of the Europa League, with South American strikers Javior Saviola, above, and Oscar Cardozo scoring twice each.
Penner scores twice, Oilers beat Blue Jackets
EDMONTON, Alberta -- Everything lined up perfectly for Dustin Penner and the Edmonton Oilers on Thursday night.
Green Wave sweep SWC cross country championships
BETHEL -- There was a little bit of everything Thursday at the South-West Conference Cross Country Championships.The meet featured a pair of individual records, a repeat team champion, a dethroning of a seven-time champ and a tribute to Bethel track athlete James Thomsen, who was recently diagnosed with brain cancer.
Benfica crush injury-hit Everton 5-0 to end the English club's perfect record and go top of Group I of the Europa League, with South American strikers Javior Saviola, above, and Oscar Cardozo scoring twice each.
Penner scores twice, Oilers beat Blue Jackets
EDMONTON, Alberta -- Everything lined up perfectly for Dustin Penner and the Edmonton Oilers on Thursday night.
Green Wave sweep SWC cross country championships
BETHEL -- There was a little bit of everything Thursday at the South-West Conference Cross Country Championships.The meet featured a pair of individual records, a repeat team champion, a dethroning of a seven-time champ and a tribute to Bethel track athlete James Thomsen, who was recently diagnosed with brain cancer.
Kamis, 22 Oktober 2009
Defiant Maradona offers no apology for tirade
Football: Benitez backed by Liverpool co-owner
Under-pressure Liverpool manager Rafael Benitez has received the backing of the club's co-owner George Gillett amid speculation that the Spaniard is battling to keep his job.
Defiant Maradona offers no apology for tirade
BUENOS AIRES, Argentina -- Diego Maradona says he won't apologize for a profanity-filled tirade on live TV.
Under-pressure Liverpool manager Rafael Benitez has received the backing of the club's co-owner George Gillett amid speculation that the Spaniard is battling to keep his job.
Defiant Maradona offers no apology for tirade
BUENOS AIRES, Argentina -- Diego Maradona says he won't apologize for a profanity-filled tirade on live TV.
Phelps to star in U.S. v Europe swimming clash
Phelps to star in U.S. v Europe swimming clash
Swim superstar Michael Phelps will spearhead a new international teams event to be held in Britain in December, lining up for the United States against a European selection.
Swim superstar Michael Phelps will spearhead a new international teams event to be held in Britain in December, lining up for the United States against a European selection.
Candlelight vigil brings UConn campus together
STORRS -- Since his star cornerback Jasper Howard was killed early Sunday morning, many people have been leaning on UConn football coach Randy Edsall for support. Realizing this, a number of his players tried to thank their coach Wednesday night during a candlelight vigil on the school's Student Union Mall.
STORRS -- Since his star cornerback Jasper Howard was killed early Sunday morning, many people have been leaning on UConn football coach Randy Edsall for support. Realizing this, a number of his players tried to thank their coach Wednesday night during a candlelight vigil on the school's Student Union Mall.
A sorrowful vigil for Howard
STORRS -- Standing arm-in-arm around a makeshift memorial to fallen teammate Jasper Howard Monday night outside the University of Connecticut Student Union was too much for some football players to bear."He ain't coming back!" one player howled as the Huskies hugged and leaned on each other for support.
STORRS -- Standing arm-in-arm around a makeshift memorial to fallen teammate Jasper Howard Monday night outside the University of Connecticut Student Union was too much for some football players to bear."He ain't coming back!" one player howled as the Huskies hugged and leaned on each other for support.
Buckram scores two touchdowns as UTEP beats Tulsa, 28-24
Golf: Glover claims five-stroke Bermuda victory
Lucas Glover won the battle of the year's major champions as he took the PGA Grand Slam of Golf in Bermuda today.
Buckram scores two touchdowns as UTEP beats Tulsa, 28-24
EL PASO, Texas -- Donald Buckram ran for 165 yards and two touchdowns, including the go-ahead score with 29 seconds left in the game, to help UTEP beat Conference USA rival Tulsa 28-24 on Wednesday night.
Candlelight vigil brings UConn campus together
STORRS -- Since his star cornerback Jasper Howard was killed early Sunday morning, many people have been leaning on UConn football coach Randy Edsall for support. Realizing this, a number of his players tried to thank their coach Wednesday night during a candlelight vigil on the school's Student Union Mall.
Lucas Glover won the battle of the year's major champions as he took the PGA Grand Slam of Golf in Bermuda today.
Buckram scores two touchdowns as UTEP beats Tulsa, 28-24
EL PASO, Texas -- Donald Buckram ran for 165 yards and two touchdowns, including the go-ahead score with 29 seconds left in the game, to help UTEP beat Conference USA rival Tulsa 28-24 on Wednesday night.
Candlelight vigil brings UConn campus together
STORRS -- Since his star cornerback Jasper Howard was killed early Sunday morning, many people have been leaning on UConn football coach Randy Edsall for support. Realizing this, a number of his players tried to thank their coach Wednesday night during a candlelight vigil on the school's Student Union Mall.
Rabu, 21 Oktober 2009
Under-pressure Benitez rues Liverpool injury list
Under-pressure Benitez rues Liverpool injury list
Liverpool coach Rafael Benitez believes his side are facing the worst injury crisis of his tenure at Anfield ahead of their crucial English Premier League clash against rivals Manchester United.
Liverpool coach Rafael Benitez believes his side are facing the worst injury crisis of his tenure at Anfield ahead of their crucial English Premier League clash against rivals Manchester United.
Tennis: Kirilenko knocks out Radwanska
Tennis: Kirilenko knocks out Radwanska
Agnieszka Radwanska crashed out of the Kremlin Cup after she slipped to a straight sets6-3 6-3defeat to Russian Maria Kirilenko in Moscow.
Agnieszka Radwanska crashed out of the Kremlin Cup after she slipped to a straight sets6-3 6-3defeat to Russian Maria Kirilenko in Moscow.
Under-pressure Benitez rues Liverpool injury list
Under-pressure Benitez rues Liverpool injury list
Liverpool coach Rafael Benitez believes his side are facing the worst injury crisis of his tenure at Anfield ahead of the Reds' crucial English Premier League clash with bitter rivals Manchester United.
Liverpool coach Rafael Benitez believes his side are facing the worst injury crisis of his tenure at Anfield ahead of the Reds' crucial English Premier League clash with bitter rivals Manchester United.
New Milford boys move atop SWC
Under pressure Benitez backs Reds to progress
Rafael Benitez believes Liverpool can reach the knockout stages of the Champions League despite a 2-1 defeat to Lyon at Anfield which has increased the pressure on the coach of the English Premier League side.
U-Conn. team gets back to work after fatal stabbing
STORRS, Conn. -- Connecticut's football team got back to work Tuesday, holding their first practice since the stabbing death of player Jasper Howard over the weekend.
New Milford boys move atop SWC
NEW MILFORD -- Miguel Carneiro scored with 5:18 left in the game Tuesday to lead the New Milford High boys soccer team to a 1-0 win over visiting Masuk.With the win the Green Wave (11-2) took over first place in the South-West Conference with two games remaining on its schedule.
Rafael Benitez believes Liverpool can reach the knockout stages of the Champions League despite a 2-1 defeat to Lyon at Anfield which has increased the pressure on the coach of the English Premier League side.
U-Conn. team gets back to work after fatal stabbing
STORRS, Conn. -- Connecticut's football team got back to work Tuesday, holding their first practice since the stabbing death of player Jasper Howard over the weekend.
New Milford boys move atop SWC
NEW MILFORD -- Miguel Carneiro scored with 5:18 left in the game Tuesday to lead the New Milford High boys soccer team to a 1-0 win over visiting Masuk.With the win the Green Wave (11-2) took over first place in the South-West Conference with two games remaining on its schedule.
Selasa, 20 Oktober 2009
Tennis: Jankovic struggles to Kremlin Cup win
Tennis: Jankovic struggles to Kremlin Cup win
Defending champion Jelena Jankovic overcame a determined challenge from Yaroslava Shvedova of Kazakhstan before taking her place in the second round of the Kremlin Cup in Moscow.
Russian bronze medal gymnast killed in car crash
MOSCOW -- Russian police say gymnast Yury Ryazanov has been killed in a car crash near his home, just days after taking the bronze medal at the world championships.
Defending champion Jelena Jankovic overcame a determined challenge from Yaroslava Shvedova of Kazakhstan before taking her place in the second round of the Kremlin Cup in Moscow.
Russian bronze medal gymnast killed in car crash
MOSCOW -- Russian police say gymnast Yury Ryazanov has been killed in a car crash near his home, just days after taking the bronze medal at the world championships.
Jessica Springsteen a star to watch at Washington International Horse Show
World Cup hosts South Africa sack Santana
World Cup hosts South Africa sack coach Joel Santana after a miserable run of eight losses in nine friendly internationals. Santana took charge of the Bafana Bafana when fellow Brazilian Carlos Alberto Parreira stepped down in April 2008 for personal reasons.
Jessica Springsteen a star to watch at Washington International Horse Show
At this week's 51st annual Washington International Horse Show, Jessica Springsteen is one of the stars to watch.
A sorrowful vigil for Howard
STORRS -- Standing arm-in-arm around a makeshift memorial to fallen teammate Jasper Howard Monday night outside the University of Connecticut Student Union was too much for some football players to bear."He ain't coming back!" one player howled as the Huskies hugged and leaned on each other for support.
World Cup hosts South Africa sack coach Joel Santana after a miserable run of eight losses in nine friendly internationals. Santana took charge of the Bafana Bafana when fellow Brazilian Carlos Alberto Parreira stepped down in April 2008 for personal reasons.
Jessica Springsteen a star to watch at Washington International Horse Show
At this week's 51st annual Washington International Horse Show, Jessica Springsteen is one of the stars to watch.
A sorrowful vigil for Howard
STORRS -- Standing arm-in-arm around a makeshift memorial to fallen teammate Jasper Howard Monday night outside the University of Connecticut Student Union was too much for some football players to bear."He ain't coming back!" one player howled as the Huskies hugged and leaned on each other for support.
Senin, 19 Oktober 2009
Football: Torres ruled out for Lyon clash
Football: Torres ruled out for Lyon clash
Liverpool will be without star striker Fernando Torres for the crucial Champions League visit of Olympique Lyon to Anfield on Tuesday.
Liverpool will be without star striker Fernando Torres for the crucial Champions League visit of Olympique Lyon to Anfield on Tuesday.
Police: Still no suspects in U-Conn. player stabbing
STORRS, Conn. -- Police interviewed dozens of witnesses on Monday as they hunted for the killer of a University of Connecticut football player who was stabbed during a fight outside a school-sanctioned dance over the weekend.
STORRS, Conn. -- Police interviewed dozens of witnesses on Monday as they hunted for the killer of a University of Connecticut football player who was stabbed during a fight outside a school-sanctioned dance over the weekend.
Football: France draw Ireland in playoffs
Football: France draw Ireland in playoffs
Former champions France have been handed a tough task against Ireland in the European playoffs to qualify for next year's World Cup finals in South Africa.
Former champions France have been handed a tough task against Ireland in the European playoffs to qualify for next year's World Cup finals in South Africa.
Golf: Scot Laird claims maiden PGA Tour win
Golf: Scot Laird claims maiden PGA Tour win
Scotland's Martin Laird beat George McNeill and Chad Campbell in a three-way playoff to claim his maiden PGA Tour win at the Las Vegas Open.
Scotland's Martin Laird beat George McNeill and Chad Campbell in a three-way playoff to claim his maiden PGA Tour win at the Las Vegas Open.
Football: Ferguson charged over unfit ref jibe
Football: Ferguson charged over unfit ref jibe
Manchester United manager Alex Ferguson has been charged by the English Football Association for his critical remarks about the fitness of referee Alan Wiley.
Manchester United manager Alex Ferguson has been charged by the English Football Association for his critical remarks about the fitness of referee Alan Wiley.
Button secures Formula One title
Button secures Formula One title
Jenson Button secures the 2009 Formula One world championship for the Brawn GP team after the Briton finishes fifth in the Brazilian Grand Prix at Interlagos -- won by Australian Mark Webber.
Jenson Button secures the 2009 Formula One world championship for the Brawn GP team after the Briton finishes fifth in the Brazilian Grand Prix at Interlagos -- won by Australian Mark Webber.
Minggu, 18 Oktober 2009
Golf: Campbell and Piercy share Las Vegas lead
Golf: Campbell and Piercy share Las Vegas lead
Chad Campbell and Scott Piercy are locked in a one-stroke tie for the lead in the Justin Timberlake Shriners Hospitals for Children Open after the third round at TPC Summerlin in Las Vegas.
Chad Campbell and Scott Piercy are locked in a one-stroke tie for the lead in the Justin Timberlake Shriners Hospitals for Children Open after the third round at TPC Summerlin in Las Vegas.
Superb Davydenko beats Nadal in Shanghai final
Superb Davydenko beats Nadal in Shanghai final
Russian Nikolay Davydenko comes out on top in a high-quality final with top seed Rafael Nadal to win the Shanghai Masters title in straight sets on Sunday -- his third Masters success.
Russian Nikolay Davydenko comes out on top in a high-quality final with top seed Rafael Nadal to win the Shanghai Masters title in straight sets on Sunday -- his third Masters success.
USC Holds On to Beat Notre Dame
Football: U-20 winners Ghana look to World Cup
Ghanaians clad in the national colors of red, gold and green celebrated long into the night on Friday as excitement over the national team's penalty shootout victory over Brazil in the final of the Under-20 World Cup in Egypt brought the West African nation to a standstill.
USC Holds On to Beat Notre Dame
SOUTH BEND, Ind., Oct. 17 -- Jimmy Clausen threw three incomplete passes into the end zone in the closing seconds as No. 6 Southern California held on for a 34-27 victory and its eighth straight win against No. 25 Notre Dame on Saturday.
Gallagher leads Bethel past Oxford football
OXFORD -- The temperatures may be dropping outside this weekend, but the Bethel High rushing attack is staying red hot in the SWC this season. Running behind a powerful offensive line, Bethel senior Pete Gallagher burned Oxford with four touchdown runs to help carry the Wildcats to a convincing 41-21 victory on Saturday.
Ghanaians clad in the national colors of red, gold and green celebrated long into the night on Friday as excitement over the national team's penalty shootout victory over Brazil in the final of the Under-20 World Cup in Egypt brought the West African nation to a standstill.
USC Holds On to Beat Notre Dame
SOUTH BEND, Ind., Oct. 17 -- Jimmy Clausen threw three incomplete passes into the end zone in the closing seconds as No. 6 Southern California held on for a 34-27 victory and its eighth straight win against No. 25 Notre Dame on Saturday.
Gallagher leads Bethel past Oxford football
OXFORD -- The temperatures may be dropping outside this weekend, but the Bethel High rushing attack is staying red hot in the SWC this season. Running behind a powerful offensive line, Bethel senior Pete Gallagher burned Oxford with four touchdown runs to help carry the Wildcats to a convincing 41-21 victory on Saturday.
Sabtu, 17 Oktober 2009
Motorsport: Stoner snatches pole from Rossi
Motorsport: Stoner snatches pole from Rossi
Casey Stoner edged out world MotoGP champion Valentino Rossi to claim pole position at his home Australian Grand Prix on Saturday and boost his chances of a third successive victory at Phillip Island.
Casey Stoner edged out world MotoGP champion Valentino Rossi to claim pole position at his home Australian Grand Prix on Saturday and boost his chances of a third successive victory at Phillip Island.
Auriemma promises national championships at First Night
Ghana world champions after dramatic shoot-out
Ghana overcome the first-half dismissal of Daniel Addo to defeat Brazil 4-3 on penalties in the U-20 World Cup final in Cairo -- becoming the first African side to ever win the tournament.
U.S. Gymnast Sloan Wins World Title
LONDON, Oct. 16 -- In shades of the Beijing Olympics, Bridget Sloan edged her younger teammate Rebecca Bross for the all-around title at the world gymnastics championships Friday night. And it couldn't have been closer, coming down to the very last skill of the night, with Bross falling on her final...
Auriemma promises national championships at First Night
STORRS -- The bass was pounding. The lightshow was impressive. And there were more fans at Gampel Pavilion Friday night than there were for some regular-season games last season.The UConn men's and women's basketball teams kicked off the 2009-10 season with First Night festivities.
Ghana overcome the first-half dismissal of Daniel Addo to defeat Brazil 4-3 on penalties in the U-20 World Cup final in Cairo -- becoming the first African side to ever win the tournament.
U.S. Gymnast Sloan Wins World Title
LONDON, Oct. 16 -- In shades of the Beijing Olympics, Bridget Sloan edged her younger teammate Rebecca Bross for the all-around title at the world gymnastics championships Friday night. And it couldn't have been closer, coming down to the very last skill of the night, with Bross falling on her final...
Auriemma promises national championships at First Night
STORRS -- The bass was pounding. The lightshow was impressive. And there were more fans at Gampel Pavilion Friday night than there were for some regular-season games last season.The UConn men's and women's basketball teams kicked off the 2009-10 season with First Night festivities.
Jumat, 16 Oktober 2009
Nadal reaches semis after surviving scare
Nadal reaches semis after surviving scare
Top seed Rafael Nadal is given a scare before being handed a place in the semifinals of the Shanghai Masters. Nadal is 3-6 6-3 with Ivan Ljubicic before the Croat is forced to retire with a thigh injury.
Top seed Rafael Nadal is given a scare before being handed a place in the semifinals of the Shanghai Masters. Nadal is 3-6 6-3 with Ivan Ljubicic before the Croat is forced to retire with a thigh injury.
Golf: Veteran Pernice shares Las Vegas lead
American trio Tom Pernice, Troy Matteson and Spencer Levin are locked in a three-way tie for the lead at the end of the first round of the Justin Timberlake Shriners Hospitals for Children Open at TPC Summerlin in Las Vegas.
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American trio Tom Pernice, Troy Matteson and Spencer Levin are locked in a three-way tie for the lead at the end of the first round of the Justin Timberlake Shriners Hospitals for Children Open at TPC Summerlin in Las Vegas.
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Olympics: Trio in running for 2018 Winter Games
Olympics: Trio in running for 2018 Winter Games
The cities of Annecy, Munich and Pyeongchang will battle it out to host the 2018 Winter Olympics.
The cities of Annecy, Munich and Pyeongchang will battle it out to host the 2018 Winter Olympics.
Golf: Bjorn resigns as Tour players chairman
Golf: Bjorn resigns as Tour players chairman
Thomas Bjorn has resigned from his position as chairman of the European Tour players committee.
Thomas Bjorn has resigned from his position as chairman of the European Tour players committee.
Geno Auriemma low-key? Team USA coach is for now
Golf: Molinari holds Portugal Masters advantage
Italy's Francesco Molinari holds a two-stroke lead after the opening round of the Portugal Masters at the Oceanico Victoria Club on Thursday.
Chantilly Rallies Past Robinson
With her team trailing Robinson two games to one in a critical AAA Concorde District matchup, Chantilly senior Joanna Powers ripped into her fellow players during the changeover. With tears streaming down her cheeks, she pushed her team to battle back and avoid a second straight district defeat.
Geno Auriemma low-key? Team USA coach is for now
STORRS -- When he draped the lanyard with the whistle on it around his neck, tucked the basketball under his arm and made his way through the doors and into Bender Arena at American University in Washington, D.C., a couple of weeks ago, there was no surge of electricity that shot through Geno Auriemma.
Italy's Francesco Molinari holds a two-stroke lead after the opening round of the Portugal Masters at the Oceanico Victoria Club on Thursday.
Chantilly Rallies Past Robinson
With her team trailing Robinson two games to one in a critical AAA Concorde District matchup, Chantilly senior Joanna Powers ripped into her fellow players during the changeover. With tears streaming down her cheeks, she pushed her team to battle back and avoid a second straight district defeat.
Geno Auriemma low-key? Team USA coach is for now
STORRS -- When he draped the lanyard with the whistle on it around his neck, tucked the basketball under his arm and made his way through the doors and into Bender Arena at American University in Washington, D.C., a couple of weeks ago, there was no surge of electricity that shot through Geno Auriemma.
Kamis, 15 Oktober 2009
Football: Honduras qualify, U.S. deny Costa Rica
Football: Honduras qualify, U.S. deny Costa Rica
Costa Rica suffered World Cup heartbreak as the United States salvaged a last-gasp 2-2 draw in Washington to deny the visitors an automatic place at next year's finals.
Costa Rica suffered World Cup heartbreak as the United States salvaged a last-gasp 2-2 draw in Washington to deny the visitors an automatic place at next year's finals.
Tennis: Nadal, Djokovic into Shanghai quarters
Tennis: Nadal, Djokovic into Shanghai quarters
Rafael Nadal and Novak Djokovic remain on course for a final showdown at the Shanghai Masters as both cruised into the quarterfinals with convincing victories in China on Thursday.
Rafael Nadal and Novak Djokovic remain on course for a final showdown at the Shanghai Masters as both cruised into the quarterfinals with convincing victories in China on Thursday.
Motorsport: Massa risks row with Alonso
Motorsport: Massa risks row with Alonso
Felipe Massa has been forced to backtrack on comments he made claiming that new Ferrari teammate Fernando Alonso was aware of Renault's plans to deliberately crash at the 2008 Singapore Grand Prix.
Felipe Massa has been forced to backtrack on comments he made claiming that new Ferrari teammate Fernando Alonso was aware of Renault's plans to deliberately crash at the 2008 Singapore Grand Prix.
Argentina snatch place at World Cup finals
Argentina snatch place at World Cup finals
Substitute Mario Bolatti scores in the 85th minute to give Argentina a 1-0 victory away to Uruguay and send the struggling South American football heavyweights through to next year's World Cup finals in South Africa.
Substitute Mario Bolatti scores in the 85th minute to give Argentina a 1-0 victory away to Uruguay and send the struggling South American football heavyweights through to next year's World Cup finals in South Africa.
UConn expecting more than Husky Run speed from Edwards
Football: Milan move almost doneBeckham
David Beckham has confirmed that he is almost certain to return to Italian club AC Milan on loan when the transfer window re-opens in January.
Dodgers to Start Kershaw, Phillies Go With Hamels
LOS ANGELES -- The Phillies and Dodgers are back in the National League championship series for the second straight year, making them the closest thing the NL has to a couple of dominant teams.
UConn expecting more than Husky Run speed from Edwards
STORRS -- For the second year in a row, UConn big man Gavin Edwards was the first player on the basketball team to cross the finish line in the annual Husky Run.Lest his senior get a swelled head over the performance -- something rather unlikely for the humble Edwards -- UConn coach Jim Calhoun offered a caveat to the Gilbert, Ariz.
David Beckham has confirmed that he is almost certain to return to Italian club AC Milan on loan when the transfer window re-opens in January.
Dodgers to Start Kershaw, Phillies Go With Hamels
LOS ANGELES -- The Phillies and Dodgers are back in the National League championship series for the second straight year, making them the closest thing the NL has to a couple of dominant teams.
UConn expecting more than Husky Run speed from Edwards
STORRS -- For the second year in a row, UConn big man Gavin Edwards was the first player on the basketball team to cross the finish line in the annual Husky Run.Lest his senior get a swelled head over the performance -- something rather unlikely for the humble Edwards -- UConn coach Jim Calhoun offered a caveat to the Gilbert, Ariz.
Rabu, 14 Oktober 2009
Cycling: 2010 Tour de France route unveiled
Cycling: 2010 Tour de France route unveiled
Lance Armstrong and Alberto Contador will renew their fierce rivalry on a 2010 Tour de France route that features a fearsome stretch in the Pyrenees which is likely to decide the outcome of the 97th edition of cycling's most famous race.
Lance Armstrong and Alberto Contador will renew their fierce rivalry on a 2010 Tour de France route that features a fearsome stretch in the Pyrenees which is likely to decide the outcome of the 97th edition of cycling's most famous race.
Nadal through but Del Potro crashes again
Nadal through but Del Potro crashes again
Former world number one Rafael Nadal beats James Blake in an entertaining three-setter but newly-crowned U.S. Open champion Juan Martin Del Potro exits the Shanghai Masters on Wednesday.
Former world number one Rafael Nadal beats James Blake in an entertaining three-setter but newly-crowned U.S. Open champion Juan Martin Del Potro exits the Shanghai Masters on Wednesday.
UConn football notes: Lutrus still doubtful
Brazil to face Ghana in U20 World Cup final
Brazil beat Costa Rica 1-0 to set up a replay of the 1993 Under-20 World Cup final against Ghana on Friday, with the Black Satellites earlier overcoming Hungary 3-2 in Tuesday's first semifinal in Cairo.
Yankees May Go With Three-Man Rotation Against Angels in AL Championship Series
The New York Yankees may go with a three-man rotation against the Los Angeles Angels in the American League Championship Series.
UConn football notes: Lutrus still doubtful
LUTRUS UPDATE -- UConn linebacker Scott Lutrus continues to be doubtful for Saturday's game against Louisville after suffering his second shoulder stinger against Pittsburgh."The doctors are telling me they want the strength to be at 100 percent before we see him back in there," UConn coach Randy Edsall said.
Brazil beat Costa Rica 1-0 to set up a replay of the 1993 Under-20 World Cup final against Ghana on Friday, with the Black Satellites earlier overcoming Hungary 3-2 in Tuesday's first semifinal in Cairo.
Yankees May Go With Three-Man Rotation Against Angels in AL Championship Series
The New York Yankees may go with a three-man rotation against the Los Angeles Angels in the American League Championship Series.
UConn football notes: Lutrus still doubtful
LUTRUS UPDATE -- UConn linebacker Scott Lutrus continues to be doubtful for Saturday's game against Louisville after suffering his second shoulder stinger against Pittsburgh."The doctors are telling me they want the strength to be at 100 percent before we see him back in there," UConn coach Randy Edsall said.
Selasa, 13 Oktober 2009
Cricket: Pakistan captain quits over claims
Cricket: Pakistan captain quits over claims
Younis Khan has quit as captain of Pakistan's cricket team in anger after being summoned to defend himself against allegations of deliberately losing matches, but his resignation has not been accepted.
Younis Khan has quit as captain of Pakistan's cricket team in anger after being summoned to defend himself against allegations of deliberately losing matches, but his resignation has not been accepted.
Injured Roddick crashes out early in China
Injured Roddick crashes out early in China
Fourth seed Andy Roddick limps out of the Shanghai Masters after being forced to concede his opening match against Stanislas Wawrinka due to a knee problem while leading 4-3 in the opening set, just a day after complaining about the ATP Tour's grueling schedule.
Fourth seed Andy Roddick limps out of the Shanghai Masters after being forced to concede his opening match against Stanislas Wawrinka due to a knee problem while leading 4-3 in the opening set, just a day after complaining about the ATP Tour's grueling schedule.
Fuming Cannavaro cleared of doping
Fuming Cannavaro cleared of doping
The captain of the Italian national football team, Fabio Cannavaro, hits out at his treatment at the hands of the world's media after being cleared of doping by the Italian Olympic Committee (CONI).
The captain of the Italian national football team, Fabio Cannavaro, hits out at his treatment at the hands of the world's media after being cleared of doping by the Italian Olympic Committee (CONI).
WestConn's DaSilva honored
Motorsport: Massa will not return this season
Felipe Massa will not be returning to Formula One this season, his Ferrari team have officially announced. The 28-year-old Brazilian is still recovering from the horrific injuries he received in a crash at the Hungarian Grand Prix in July.
Korpikoski Gives Coyotes a Shootout Win
SAN JOSE, Calif. -- Lauri Korpikoski scored a shootout goal to give the Phoenix Coyotes a 1-0 shootout win over the San Jose Sharks on Monday night.
WestConn's DaSilva honored
DANBURY -- Danbury native Daniel DaSilva was named Little East Conference Offensive Player of the Week after scoring one goal and adding two assists in a pair of Colonial men's soccer victories.DaSilva, a junior midfielder, was responsible for each WestConn goal against Worcester State, evening the game in the 52nd minute before setting up the game-winner.
Felipe Massa will not be returning to Formula One this season, his Ferrari team have officially announced. The 28-year-old Brazilian is still recovering from the horrific injuries he received in a crash at the Hungarian Grand Prix in July.
Korpikoski Gives Coyotes a Shootout Win
SAN JOSE, Calif. -- Lauri Korpikoski scored a shootout goal to give the Phoenix Coyotes a 1-0 shootout win over the San Jose Sharks on Monday night.
WestConn's DaSilva honored
DANBURY -- Danbury native Daniel DaSilva was named Little East Conference Offensive Player of the Week after scoring one goal and adding two assists in a pair of Colonial men's soccer victories.DaSilva, a junior midfielder, was responsible for each WestConn goal against Worcester State, evening the game in the 52nd minute before setting up the game-winner.
Senin, 12 Oktober 2009
Beckham loan move to AC Milan 'very probable'
Beckham loan move to AC Milan 'very probable'
David Beckham looks set to rejoin AC Milan on loan after the vice-president of the Serie A giants claimed it was "very probable" that a deal would be reached to secure the services of the football icon.
David Beckham looks set to rejoin AC Milan on loan after the vice-president of the Serie A giants claimed it was "very probable" that a deal would be reached to secure the services of the football icon.
Football: Beckham move to Milan gathers pace
Football: Beckham move to Milan gathers pace
David Beckham looks set to rejoin AC Milan on loan after the vice-president of the Serie A giants claimed it was "very probable" that a deal would be reached to secure the services of the soccer icon.
David Beckham looks set to rejoin AC Milan on loan after the vice-president of the Serie A giants claimed it was "very probable" that a deal would be reached to secure the services of the soccer icon.
Football: Drogba talks up Ivory Coast WC bid
Football: Drogba talks up Ivory Coast WC bid
Didier Drogba is backing his Ivory Coast team to make history by becoming the first African country to reach the final of the World Cup next year.
Didier Drogba is backing his Ivory Coast team to make history by becoming the first African country to reach the final of the World Cup next year.
Tennis: Henin given Australian Open wildcard
Tennis: Henin given Australian Open wildcard
Australian Open organizers have granted a wildcard to former world number one Justine Henin to play in the opening grand slam of 2010.
Australian Open organizers have granted a wildcard to former world number one Justine Henin to play in the opening grand slam of 2010.
Football: Bolivia shock Brazil in La Paz
Football: Bolivia shock Brazil in La Paz
Bolivia used their home advantage to claim another big scalp in South American World Cup qualifying as they beat Brazil 2-1 in La Paz.
Johnson Closes In on Fourth Straight Chase Championship
Jimmie Johnson easily pulled away from Jeff Gordon following a restart with three laps remaining to win the Pepsi 500 on Sunday at Auto Club Speedway in Fontana, Calif.
Bolivia used their home advantage to claim another big scalp in South American World Cup qualifying as they beat Brazil 2-1 in La Paz.
Johnson Closes In on Fourth Straight Chase Championship
Jimmie Johnson easily pulled away from Jeff Gordon following a restart with three laps remaining to win the Pepsi 500 on Sunday at Auto Club Speedway in Fontana, Calif.
Minggu, 11 Oktober 2009
Football: Mexico and U.S. secure finals place
Football: Mexico and U.S. secure finals place
Mexico and the United States will be going to the 2010 World Cup finals after winning their penultimate matches in CONCACAF qualifying on Saturday night.
Mexico and the United States will be going to the 2010 World Cup finals after winning their penultimate matches in CONCACAF qualifying on Saturday night.
Golf: United States three clear in Presidents Cup
Golf: United States three clear in Presidents Cup
The United States will take a three-point lead over the International team into the final day's 12 singles matches after extending their Presidents Cup advantage on day three in San Francisco.
The United States will take a three-point lead over the International team into the final day's 12 singles matches after extending their Presidents Cup advantage on day three in San Francisco.
Tennis: Djokovic beats Cilic in China Open final
Tennis: Djokovic beats Cilic in China Open final
Novak Djokovic is up to number three in the world after defeating Marin Cilic in the final of the China Open in Beijing on Sunday.
Novak Djokovic is up to number three in the world after defeating Marin Cilic in the final of the China Open in Beijing on Sunday.
Motorsport: Glock ruled out of Brazil Grand Prix
Motorsport: Glock ruled out of Brazil Grand Prix
Timo Glock has been ruled out of next Sunday's Brazilian Grand Prix at Interlagos after tests revealed he sustained a cracked vertebra from his crash in Japan last weekend.
Timo Glock has been ruled out of next Sunday's Brazilian Grand Prix at Interlagos after tests revealed he sustained a cracked vertebra from his crash in Japan last weekend.
Georgia Tech Football Beats Florida State, 49-44
Last-gasp Palermo goal rescues Argentina
Substitute Martin Palermo's close-range finish deep into injury time earns Argentina a thrilling last-gasp 2-1 win over Peru in Buenos Aires just minutes after Diego Maradona's side looked to have suffered yet another World Cup setback.
Georgia Tech Football Beats Florida State, 49-44
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. ¿ Josh Nesbitt's superb performance for Georgia Tech probably put a little more pressure on Bobby Bowden.
UConn football notebook: Lutrus out again
LUTRUS DOWN AGAIN -- After missing four games with a stinger in his left shoulder, linebacker Scott Lutrus was anxious to return to the field. He did so Saturday against Pittsburgh, but suffered another stinger and could be out of action for a great deal longer.
Substitute Martin Palermo's close-range finish deep into injury time earns Argentina a thrilling last-gasp 2-1 win over Peru in Buenos Aires just minutes after Diego Maradona's side looked to have suffered yet another World Cup setback.
Georgia Tech Football Beats Florida State, 49-44
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. ¿ Josh Nesbitt's superb performance for Georgia Tech probably put a little more pressure on Bobby Bowden.
UConn football notebook: Lutrus out again
LUTRUS DOWN AGAIN -- After missing four games with a stinger in his left shoulder, linebacker Scott Lutrus was anxious to return to the field. He did so Saturday against Pittsburgh, but suffered another stinger and could be out of action for a great deal longer.
Sabtu, 10 Oktober 2009
Tennis: Kuznetsova books China Open final spot
Tennis: Kuznetsova books China Open final spot
Svetlana Kuznetsova eased to a semifinal victory over fellow Russian Nadia Petrova to set up a meeting with Agnieszka Radwanska in the final of the China Open.
Svetlana Kuznetsova eased to a semifinal victory over fellow Russian Nadia Petrova to set up a meeting with Agnieszka Radwanska in the final of the China Open.
Football: Ferguson apologizes for Wiley outburst
Football: Ferguson apologizes for Wiley outburst
Alex Ferguson has apologized for his comments about referee Alan Wiley after the Football Association requested an explanation of his description of the official as "unfit" following Manchester United's 2-2 draw with Sunderland.
Alex Ferguson has apologized for his comments about referee Alan Wiley after the Football Association requested an explanation of his description of the official as "unfit" following Manchester United's 2-2 draw with Sunderland.
Auld Wins in Season Debut, Stars Beat Flames
Football: Four off as Hungary reach U-20 semis
Hungary are through to the under-20 World Cup semifinals after a dramatic 3-2 victory over Italy in Suez in a match which saw four players sent off, three for the Italians, the official FIFA Web site has reported.
Auld Wins in Season Debut, Stars Beat Flames
CALGARY, Alberta -- Alex Auld made 21 saves in his Dallas debut to help the Stars win for the first time this season, 5-2 over the Calgary Flames on Friday night.
Wood leads New Fairfield to thrilling victory
STRATFORD -- Bobby Wood's 4-yard touchdown pass to Ben Read and his ensuing two-point conversion run with 12 seconds remaining lifted the New Fairfield High football team to a dramatic 34-33 win over Stratford on Friday night.With New Fairfield (1-3) leading 26-20 after the third quarter, Vinny Valente scored twice in the fourth -- on a 40-yard pass from Jeff Miller and on a 30-yard run -- to give the Red Devils (1-3) a 33-26 advantage, but Stratford could not hold on as Wood led the Rebels
Hungary are through to the under-20 World Cup semifinals after a dramatic 3-2 victory over Italy in Suez in a match which saw four players sent off, three for the Italians, the official FIFA Web site has reported.
Auld Wins in Season Debut, Stars Beat Flames
CALGARY, Alberta -- Alex Auld made 21 saves in his Dallas debut to help the Stars win for the first time this season, 5-2 over the Calgary Flames on Friday night.
Wood leads New Fairfield to thrilling victory
STRATFORD -- Bobby Wood's 4-yard touchdown pass to Ben Read and his ensuing two-point conversion run with 12 seconds remaining lifted the New Fairfield High football team to a dramatic 34-33 win over Stratford on Friday night.With New Fairfield (1-3) leading 26-20 after the third quarter, Vinny Valente scored twice in the fourth -- on a 40-yard pass from Jeff Miller and on a 30-yard run -- to give the Red Devils (1-3) a 33-26 advantage, but Stratford could not hold on as Wood led the Rebels
Jumat, 09 Oktober 2009
IOC add rugby sevens and golf to 2016 Olympics
IOC add rugby sevens and golf to 2016 Olympics
The 2016 Olympic Games in Rio de Janeiro will include rugby union sevens and golf as sports, the International Olympic Committee announces in Copenhagen on Friday.
The 2016 Olympic Games in Rio de Janeiro will include rugby union sevens and golf as sports, the International Olympic Committee announces in Copenhagen on Friday.
Football: Cannavaro joins squad despite positive
Football: Cannavaro joins squad despite positive
Fabio Cannavaro is to join the Italian national squad on Sunday for their World Cup qualifier against Cyprus next week, despite being under the cloud of a drug controversy after a positive test for cortisone.
Fabio Cannavaro is to join the Italian national squad on Sunday for their World Cup qualifier against Cyprus next week, despite being under the cloud of a drug controversy after a positive test for cortisone.
Olympics: Golf, Rugby Accepted for 2016 Games
COPENHAGEN -- All those beautiful beaches and Tiger Woods, too!
COPENHAGEN -- All those beautiful beaches and Tiger Woods, too!
IOC add rugby sevens and golf to 2016 Olympics
IOC add rugby sevens and golf to 2016 Olympics
The 2016 Olympic Games in Rio de Janeiro will include rugby union sevens and golf as sports, the International Olympic Committee (IOC) has announced.
The 2016 Olympic Games in Rio de Janeiro will include rugby union sevens and golf as sports, the International Olympic Committee (IOC) has announced.
High school schedule: Oct. 9
United States hold slim lead at Presidents Cup
There was a dramatic end to the opening day of the Presidents Cup in San Francisco, which saw the United States finish with a 3.52.5 lead over the Internationals side.
Nebraska Beats Missouri, 27-12
COLUMBIA, Mo. -- Facing a double-digit road deficit after three quarters on a cold and rainy night, No. 21 Nebraska could have packed it in.
High school schedule: Oct. 9
Friday, Oct. 9FootballSWCNew Milford at Newtown, 7 p.m.Weston at Bethel, 7 p.m.Oxford at Brookfield, 7 p.m.New Fairfield at Stratford, 7 p.m.Pomperaug at Bunnell, 7 p.m.FCIACGreenwich at Danbury, 7 p.m.Non-leagueWilbur Cross at Ridgefield, 7 p.
There was a dramatic end to the opening day of the Presidents Cup in San Francisco, which saw the United States finish with a 3.52.5 lead over the Internationals side.
Nebraska Beats Missouri, 27-12
COLUMBIA, Mo. -- Facing a double-digit road deficit after three quarters on a cold and rainy night, No. 21 Nebraska could have packed it in.
High school schedule: Oct. 9
Friday, Oct. 9FootballSWCNew Milford at Newtown, 7 p.m.Weston at Bethel, 7 p.m.Oxford at Brookfield, 7 p.m.New Fairfield at Stratford, 7 p.m.Pomperaug at Bunnell, 7 p.m.FCIACGreenwich at Danbury, 7 p.m.Non-leagueWilbur Cross at Ridgefield, 7 p.
Kamis, 08 Oktober 2009
Motorsport: Massa is handed Brazil flag honor
Motorsport: Massa is handed Brazil flag honor
Ferrari driver Felipe Massa will be in Brazil for his home Formula One grand prix on October 18 -- as a special guest to wave the chequered flag.
Ferrari driver Felipe Massa will be in Brazil for his home Formula One grand prix on October 18 -- as a special guest to wave the chequered flag.
Serena sent crashing by Russian Petrova
Serena sent crashing by Russian Petrova
World number one-elect Serena Williams crashes out of the China Open in Beijing, beaten in three sets by Russian Nadia Petrova just two days after reclaiming the top position.
World number one-elect Serena Williams crashes out of the China Open in Beijing, beaten in three sets by Russian Nadia Petrova just two days after reclaiming the top position.
Football: FIFA approve Pogba move to Man United
Football: FIFA approve Pogba move to Man United
Le Havre teenager Paul Pogba is to become a Manchester United player after FIFA approved his transfer to the English Premier League champions.
Le Havre teenager Paul Pogba is to become a Manchester United player after FIFA approved his transfer to the English Premier League champions.
Injured Murray withdraws from Shanghai Masters
Injured Murray withdraws from Shanghai Masters
World number three Andy Murray withdraws from next week's Shanghai Masters because of his on-going wrist injury. The news follows Roger Federer's decision to opt out, citing fatigue.
World number three Andy Murray withdraws from next week's Shanghai Masters because of his on-going wrist injury. The news follows Roger Federer's decision to opt out, citing fatigue.
Bynum, Bryant Lead Lakers in Preseason Opener
Ten-man Germany claim thrilling late victory
Ten-man Germany score the winning goal in the second minute of injury time to beat Nigeria 3-2 and secure a quarterfinal showdown with Brazil at the under-20 World Cup in Egypt.
Bynum, Bryant Lead Lakers in Preseason Opener
ANAHEIM, Calif. -- Andrew Bynum scored 24 points, Kobe Bryant added 22, and the NBA champion Los Angeles Lakers opened the preseason with a 118-101 victory over the Golden State Warriors on Wednesday night.
Bethel spikes Newtown in rematch of SWC title game
BETHEL -- In a rematch of last year's South-West Conference championship volleyball game, Bethel defeated Newtown 3-2 Wednesday night and remained undefeated in conference play.The Wildcats, who won their first conference title since 1980 last year with a 3-2 win over Newtown in an epic battle, won Wednesday by scores of 25-17, 24-26, 28-26, 11-25 and 20-18.
Ten-man Germany score the winning goal in the second minute of injury time to beat Nigeria 3-2 and secure a quarterfinal showdown with Brazil at the under-20 World Cup in Egypt.
Bynum, Bryant Lead Lakers in Preseason Opener
ANAHEIM, Calif. -- Andrew Bynum scored 24 points, Kobe Bryant added 22, and the NBA champion Los Angeles Lakers opened the preseason with a 118-101 victory over the Golden State Warriors on Wednesday night.
Bethel spikes Newtown in rematch of SWC title game
BETHEL -- In a rematch of last year's South-West Conference championship volleyball game, Bethel defeated Newtown 3-2 Wednesday night and remained undefeated in conference play.The Wildcats, who won their first conference title since 1980 last year with a 3-2 win over Newtown in an epic battle, won Wednesday by scores of 25-17, 24-26, 28-26, 11-25 and 20-18.
Rabu, 07 Oktober 2009
FSU President: Bowden's Job Safe for Now
Cricket: England hopeful about Pietersen fitness
England remain hopeful star batsman Kevin Pietersen will be fit to feature on their winter cricket tour of South Africa.
FSU President: Bowden's Job Safe for Now
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. -- Florida State University president T.K. Wetherell says coach Bobby Bowden's job is safe for now.
England remain hopeful star batsman Kevin Pietersen will be fit to feature on their winter cricket tour of South Africa.
FSU President: Bowden's Job Safe for Now
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. -- Florida State University president T.K. Wetherell says coach Bobby Bowden's job is safe for now.
Tennis: Second seed Djokovic reaches last eight
Tennis: Second seed Djokovic reaches last eight
Second seed Novak Djokovic cruised into the quarterfinals of the China Open in Beijing with a straight sets victory over fellow-Serb Viktor Troicki on Wednesday.
Second seed Novak Djokovic cruised into the quarterfinals of the China Open in Beijing with a straight sets victory over fellow-Serb Viktor Troicki on Wednesday.
NBA wants regular-season game in London
NBA wants regular-season game in London
The NBA is hoping to stage a regular-season game in London in the next two years before the British capital hosts the 2012 Olympics, it announced ahead of the Chicago Bulls' 102-101 victory against Utah Jazz in an exhibiton game there on Tuesday night.
Kings Blow Four-Goal Lead, Rally to Beat Sharks 6-4
LOS ANGELES -- Teddy Purcell scored the tiebreaking goal from behind San Jose's goal line with 5:10 to play, and the Los Angeles Kings blew a four-goal lead before holding off the Sharks 6-4 Tuesday night.
New Milford beats Bethel for fifth straight win in field hockey
NEW MILFORD -- Much like the marching band that was practicing in the adjacent parking lot, the New Milford High field hockey team played in perfect harmony on Tuesday night.Jennifer Lawson scored two goals and Rachel Gioia notched three assists to lead a solid team effort as the Green Wave won its fifth straight game with a 5-0 triumph over South-West Conference rival Bethel.
The NBA is hoping to stage a regular-season game in London in the next two years before the British capital hosts the 2012 Olympics, it announced ahead of the Chicago Bulls' 102-101 victory against Utah Jazz in an exhibiton game there on Tuesday night.
Kings Blow Four-Goal Lead, Rally to Beat Sharks 6-4
LOS ANGELES -- Teddy Purcell scored the tiebreaking goal from behind San Jose's goal line with 5:10 to play, and the Los Angeles Kings blew a four-goal lead before holding off the Sharks 6-4 Tuesday night.
New Milford beats Bethel for fifth straight win in field hockey
NEW MILFORD -- Much like the marching band that was practicing in the adjacent parking lot, the New Milford High field hockey team played in perfect harmony on Tuesday night.Jennifer Lawson scored two goals and Rachel Gioia notched three assists to lead a solid team effort as the Green Wave won its fifth straight game with a 5-0 triumph over South-West Conference rival Bethel.
Selasa, 06 Oktober 2009
Tennis: Serena regains women's No. 1 ranking
Tennis: Serena regains women's No. 1 ranking
Serena Williams regained her world No. 1 women's tennis ranking after cruising into the third round of the China Open on Tuesday.
Serena Williams regained her world No. 1 women's tennis ranking after cruising into the third round of the China Open on Tuesday.
Golf: Dyson secures win as McIlory leads list
Golf: Dyson secures win as McIlory leads list
England's Simon Dyson fired a superb closing 66 to win the Alfred Dunhill Links Championship by three shots at St Andrews on Monday.
England's Simon Dyson fired a superb closing 66 to win the Alfred Dunhill Links Championship by three shots at St Andrews on Monday.
Al Faraj completes Portsmouth takeover
Al Faraj completes Portsmouth takeover
Saudi Arabian businessman, Ali Al Faraj has sealed his takeover of English Premier League side Portsmouth, becoming the second new owner of the side in six weeks.
Serena Williams Wins, Will Regain No. 1 Ranking
BEIJING -- Serena Williams reclaimed her No. 1 ranking with a 6-3, 6-2 victory over Ekaterina Makarova of Russia in the second round of the China Open on Tuesday.
Saudi Arabian businessman, Ali Al Faraj has sealed his takeover of English Premier League side Portsmouth, becoming the second new owner of the side in six weeks.
Serena Williams Wins, Will Regain No. 1 Ranking
BEIJING -- Serena Williams reclaimed her No. 1 ranking with a 6-3, 6-2 victory over Ekaterina Makarova of Russia in the second round of the China Open on Tuesday.
Favre gives Vikings victory over Green Bay
Favre gives Vikings victory over Green Bay
Quarterback Brett Favre threw three touchdowns for the Minnesota Vikings on Monday, to help give his new side a 30-23 victory over former club Green Bay.
Barlow girls blank Pomperaug
WEST REDDING -- Coach Neil Phillips had some words of advice at halftime for his Joel Barlow High girls soccer team.Phillips wanted the Falcons, who were clinging to a 1-0 lead over Pomperaug at the time, to score early in the second half.Junior midfielder Fiorella Johnson obviously listened to her coach, drilling in a 30-yard shot three minutes into the half to propel Barlow to a 4-0 SWC victory.
Quarterback Brett Favre threw three touchdowns for the Minnesota Vikings on Monday, to help give his new side a 30-23 victory over former club Green Bay.
Barlow girls blank Pomperaug
WEST REDDING -- Coach Neil Phillips had some words of advice at halftime for his Joel Barlow High girls soccer team.Phillips wanted the Falcons, who were clinging to a 1-0 lead over Pomperaug at the time, to score early in the second half.Junior midfielder Fiorella Johnson obviously listened to her coach, drilling in a 30-yard shot three minutes into the half to propel Barlow to a 4-0 SWC victory.
Senin, 05 Oktober 2009
Safina, V. Williams Crash Out of China Open
Golf: Dyson secures win as McIlory leads list
England's Simon Dyson fired a superb closing 66 to win the Alfred Dunhill Links Championship by three shots at St Andrews on Monday.
Safina, V. Williams Crash Out of China Open
BEIJING World number one Dinara Safina was upset 7-5 7-6 by local wild card Zhang Shuai in the second round of the China Open on Monday, leaving Serena Williams one victory away from reclaiming top spot in the rankings.
England's Simon Dyson fired a superb closing 66 to win the Alfred Dunhill Links Championship by three shots at St Andrews on Monday.
Safina, V. Williams Crash Out of China Open
BEIJING World number one Dinara Safina was upset 7-5 7-6 by local wild card Zhang Shuai in the second round of the China Open on Monday, leaving Serena Williams one victory away from reclaiming top spot in the rankings.
FSU Official: Bowden Should Go After Season
Golf: Kuchar claims marathon PGA Tour playoff
Matt Kuchar won the Turning Stone Resort Championship on the PGA Tour as he beat fellow-American Vaughn Taylor on the sixth hole of a marathon sudden-death playoff completed on Monday.
FSU Official: Bowden Should Go After Season
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. -- The chairman of the Florida State University trustees wants Bobby Bowden to retire at the end of this season.
Matt Kuchar won the Turning Stone Resort Championship on the PGA Tour as he beat fellow-American Vaughn Taylor on the sixth hole of a marathon sudden-death playoff completed on Monday.
FSU Official: Bowden Should Go After Season
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. -- The chairman of the Florida State University trustees wants Bobby Bowden to retire at the end of this season.
Safina, V. Williams Crash Out of China Open
BEIJING World number one Dinara Safina was upset 7-5 7-6 by local wild card Zhang Shuai in the second round of the $6.6 million China Open on Monday, leaving Serena Williams one victory away from reclaiming top spot in the rankings.
BEIJING World number one Dinara Safina was upset 7-5 7-6 by local wild card Zhang Shuai in the second round of the $6.6 million China Open on Monday, leaving Serena Williams one victory away from reclaiming top spot in the rankings.
Tennis: Safina and Venus crash out in Beijing
Tennis: Safina and Venus crash out in Beijing
World number one Dinara Safina and third seed Venus Williams crashed out in major upsets at the China Open in Beijing on Monday.
World number one Dinara Safina and third seed Venus Williams crashed out in major upsets at the China Open in Beijing on Monday.
Net gain as TV snubs England game in Ukraine
Net gain as TV snubs England game in Ukraine
England soccer fans will only be able to watch Saturday's World Cup qualifier in Ukraine on the Internet after negotiations to broadcast it on TV collapsed. The decison has outraged supporters.
England soccer fans will only be able to watch Saturday's World Cup qualifier in Ukraine on the Internet after negotiations to broadcast it on TV collapsed. The decison has outraged supporters.
Devils next for Rangers
Tennis: Djokovic eases through in Beijing
Serbia's Novak Djokovic made no mistake in his opening round match at the China Open in Beijing as he saw off Romania's Victor Hanescu in straight sets 6-3 7-5 on Monday.
Auburn, South Florida Move Into Top 25
NEW YORK -- Rejuvenated Auburn jumped into the Top 25 for the first time this season, landing at No. 17 after improving to 5-0 under new coach Gene Chizik.
Devils next for Rangers
NEW YORK -- Carrying just six defensemen and with Sean Avery still sidelined, the New York Rangers will skate this morning at Prudential Center to prepare for the first of six games against New Jersey this season. Avery, who sprained the MCL in his right knee Sept.
Serbia's Novak Djokovic made no mistake in his opening round match at the China Open in Beijing as he saw off Romania's Victor Hanescu in straight sets 6-3 7-5 on Monday.
Auburn, South Florida Move Into Top 25
NEW YORK -- Rejuvenated Auburn jumped into the Top 25 for the first time this season, landing at No. 17 after improving to 5-0 under new coach Gene Chizik.
Devils next for Rangers
NEW YORK -- Carrying just six defensemen and with Sean Avery still sidelined, the New York Rangers will skate this morning at Prudential Center to prepare for the first of six games against New Jersey this season. Avery, who sprained the MCL in his right knee Sept.
Minggu, 04 Oktober 2009
Horse racing: Sea The Stars seals Arc triumph
Horse racing: Sea The Stars seals Arc triumph
Sea The Stars showed a blistering turn of pace to win the Prix de l'Arc de Triomphe and confirm his status as one of the greatest race horses in history.
Sea The Stars showed a blistering turn of pace to win the Prix de l'Arc de Triomphe and confirm his status as one of the greatest race horses in history.
Football: Miller double gives Rangers derby glory
Football: Miller double gives Rangers derby glory
Scotland striker Kenny Miller scored a double against his former club as Rangers beat Celtic 2-1 in the first Glasgow 'Old Firm derby' to move to within one point of their rivals at the top of the Scottish Premier League.
Scotland striker Kenny Miller scored a double against his former club as Rangers beat Celtic 2-1 in the first Glasgow 'Old Firm derby' to move to within one point of their rivals at the top of the Scottish Premier League.
Motorsport: Loeb closes gap after Spanish win
Motorsport: Loeb closes gap after Spanish win
Frenchman Sebastien Loeb took another step towards a sixth consecutive world rally championship title by winning the Rally of Spain on Sunday -- clinching the constructors' championship for Citroen in the process.
Frenchman Sebastien Loeb took another step towards a sixth consecutive world rally championship title by winning the Rally of Spain on Sunday -- clinching the constructors' championship for Citroen in the process.
Tennis: Safina and Serena go through in Beijing
Tennis: Safina and Serena go through in Beijing
The top two seeds, Dinara Safina and Serena Williams, are both through to the second round of the China Open in Beijing after claiming straight sets victories on Sunday.
The top two seeds, Dinara Safina and Serena Williams, are both through to the second round of the China Open in Beijing after claiming straight sets victories on Sunday.
Edsall has history of evasiveness naming starter at QB
Golf: Kuchar and Piercy lead Turning Stone event
American pair Matt Kuchar and Scott Piercy share the lead after Saturday's third round in the Turning Stone Resort Championship.
No. 12 Houston Falls Hard at Texas-El Paso, 58-41
EL PASO, Texas -- Donald Buckram ran for a career-high 262 yards and four touchdowns to lead Texas-El Paso to a 58-41 upset of No. 12 Houston.
Edsall has history of evasiveness naming starter at QB
STORRS -- There's a good bet the average UConn fan, not to mention the above average Husky fanatic, won't know who the football team's starting quarterback against Pittsburgh will be until about 3:29 p.m. Saturday.To say that coach Randy Edsall likes to keep such information close to the vest is an understatement.
American pair Matt Kuchar and Scott Piercy share the lead after Saturday's third round in the Turning Stone Resort Championship.
No. 12 Houston Falls Hard at Texas-El Paso, 58-41
EL PASO, Texas -- Donald Buckram ran for a career-high 262 yards and four touchdowns to lead Texas-El Paso to a 58-41 upset of No. 12 Houston.
Edsall has history of evasiveness naming starter at QB
STORRS -- There's a good bet the average UConn fan, not to mention the above average Husky fanatic, won't know who the football team's starting quarterback against Pittsburgh will be until about 3:29 p.m. Saturday.To say that coach Randy Edsall likes to keep such information close to the vest is an understatement.
Sabtu, 03 Oktober 2009
Motorsport: Lorenzo claims pole in Estoril
Motorsport: Lorenzo claims pole in Estoril
Spain's Jorge Lorenzo revived his MotoGP title hopes by taking pole position for Sunday's Portuguese round at Estoril.
Spain's Jorge Lorenzo revived his MotoGP title hopes by taking pole position for Sunday's Portuguese round at Estoril.
Tennis: Sharapova lands Pan Pacific Open
Tennis: Sharapova lands Pan Pacific Open
Maria Sharapova landed the Toray Pan Pacific Open title in Tokyo on Saturday as her final opponent Jelena Jankovic was forced to retire injured in the first set.
Maria Sharapova landed the Toray Pan Pacific Open title in Tokyo on Saturday as her final opponent Jelena Jankovic was forced to retire injured in the first set.
Football: Real Madrid hit by Ronaldo injury
Football: Real Madrid hit by Ronaldo injury
Real Madrid coach Manuel Pellegrini has confirmed that winger Cristiano Ronaldo has been ruled out of his side's La Liga clash with Sevilla on Sunday with an ankle injury.
Real Madrid coach Manuel Pellegrini has confirmed that winger Cristiano Ronaldo has been ruled out of his side's La Liga clash with Sevilla on Sunday with an ankle injury.
Football: Magath hails Schalke supporters
Football: Magath hails Schalke supporters
Schalke coach Felix Magath hailed the club's supporters after his side claimed a 2-0 win over Eintracht Frankfurt on Friday which helped them climb up to third in the German Bundesliga.
Schalke coach Felix Magath hailed the club's supporters after his side claimed a 2-0 win over Eintracht Frankfurt on Friday which helped them climb up to third in the German Bundesliga.
Golf: Kuchar pushes Taylor at Turning Stone
Golf: Kuchar pushes Taylor at Turning Stone
Matt Kuchar admitted he was satisfied with his second-round 68 to finish a stroke behind leader Vaughn Taylor at the Turning Stone Resort Championship in New York.
Matt Kuchar admitted he was satisfied with his second-round 68 to finish a stroke behind leader Vaughn Taylor at the Turning Stone Resort Championship in New York.
Vettel takes pole in Japan with Button in seventh
Vettel takes pole in Japan with Button in seventh
German Sebastian Vettel will begin the Japanese Grand Prix in pole position after the Red Bull driver recorded the fastest lap in an action-packed qualifying session in Suzuka with Formula One Championship leader Jenson Button set to start in seventh place.
Watson Takes 2-Shot Lead in Senior Players Event
Tom Watson shoots a 68 on a windy Friday to hold a two stroke lead at the midway point of the fifth major on the Champions Tour as he seeks his first win of the year.
Central football tops Danbury
DANBURY -- Bridgeport Central running back Shabashe McIntosh will be back next year to terrorize Danbury and the rest of the FCIAC. Fortunately for the Hatters, defending senior quarterback Christon Gill is now someone else's problem.McIntosh and Gill combined for 354 of Bridgeport Central's 455 yards of total offense as the Hilltoppers defeated Danbury 43-22 Friday night.
German Sebastian Vettel will begin the Japanese Grand Prix in pole position after the Red Bull driver recorded the fastest lap in an action-packed qualifying session in Suzuka with Formula One Championship leader Jenson Button set to start in seventh place.
Watson Takes 2-Shot Lead in Senior Players Event
Tom Watson shoots a 68 on a windy Friday to hold a two stroke lead at the midway point of the fifth major on the Champions Tour as he seeks his first win of the year.
Central football tops Danbury
DANBURY -- Bridgeport Central running back Shabashe McIntosh will be back next year to terrorize Danbury and the rest of the FCIAC. Fortunately for the Hatters, defending senior quarterback Christon Gill is now someone else's problem.McIntosh and Gill combined for 354 of Bridgeport Central's 455 yards of total offense as the Hilltoppers defeated Danbury 43-22 Friday night.
Jumat, 02 Oktober 2009
Golf: Petrovic and Olson hold Turning Stone lead
Golf: Petrovic and Olson hold Turning Stone lead
Tim Petrovic and Leif Olson hold the first-round lead at the Turning Stone Resort Championship after the first round near New York.
Tim Petrovic and Leif Olson hold the first-round lead at the Turning Stone Resort Championship after the first round near New York.
Tennis: Sharapova and Jankovic through to final
Tennis: Sharapova and Jankovic through to final
Unseeded Maria Sharapova set up a final meeting with fellow-former world number one Jelena Jankovic at the Pan Pacific Open in Tokyo on Friday, with a hard-fought win over Poland's Agnieszka Radwanska.
Unseeded Maria Sharapova set up a final meeting with fellow-former world number one Jelena Jankovic at the Pan Pacific Open in Tokyo on Friday, with a hard-fought win over Poland's Agnieszka Radwanska.
Rockies Clinch Playoff Spot, NL West Within Reach
Obama pushes Chicago as Olympic host
U.S. President Barack Obama urges the International Olympic Committee on Friday to pick his hometown of Chicago as the host of the 2016 Games, saying the city represents the American dream as well as the Olympic spirit.
Rockies Clinch Playoff Spot, NL West Within Reach
DENVER -- It's a Rocktober redux for the Colorado Rockies, who are back in the playoffs after a one-year hiatus.
High School Football games to watch
Ridgefield at StaplesWHEN -- Saturday, 1:30WHERE -- Staples Field, WestportRECORDS -- Ridgefield 2-0, Staples 2-0LAST YEAR -- Ridgefield 37-6PLAYERS TO WATCH -- Ridgefield: Jr. OL/DL Tom Jordan (6-5, 280); Sr. RB/DB Drew Arcoleo (191 yds, 1 TD rushing); Sr.
U.S. President Barack Obama urges the International Olympic Committee on Friday to pick his hometown of Chicago as the host of the 2016 Games, saying the city represents the American dream as well as the Olympic spirit.
Rockies Clinch Playoff Spot, NL West Within Reach
DENVER -- It's a Rocktober redux for the Colorado Rockies, who are back in the playoffs after a one-year hiatus.
High School Football games to watch
Ridgefield at StaplesWHEN -- Saturday, 1:30WHERE -- Staples Field, WestportRECORDS -- Ridgefield 2-0, Staples 2-0LAST YEAR -- Ridgefield 37-6PLAYERS TO WATCH -- Ridgefield: Jr. OL/DL Tom Jordan (6-5, 280); Sr. RB/DB Drew Arcoleo (191 yds, 1 TD rushing); Sr.
Kamis, 01 Oktober 2009
Jankovic cruises through to Tokyo semifinals
Jankovic cruises through to Tokyo semifinals
Seventh seed Jelena Jankovic, the highest-ranked player left in the Pan Pacific Open in Tokyo, advances to the semifinals on Thursday with a 6-4 6-3 win over Marion Bartoli.
Seventh seed Jelena Jankovic, the highest-ranked player left in the Pan Pacific Open in Tokyo, advances to the semifinals on Thursday with a 6-4 6-3 win over Marion Bartoli.
Real Madrid march on as AC Milan slump to defeat
Real Madrid march on as AC Milan slump to defeat
Real Madrid's big summer signings continue their scoring spree with a 3-0 Champions League win over Marseille but fellow-European giants AC Milan suffer a shock 1-0 home defeat to Swiss minnows Zurich.
Penny Throws Complete Game Even as San Francisco Is Eliminated
SAN FRANCISCO -- Brad Penny believes San Francisco can contend for the World Series next year, which is why the right-hander isn't ruling out a return to the Giants.
Real Madrid's big summer signings continue their scoring spree with a 3-0 Champions League win over Marseille but fellow-European giants AC Milan suffer a shock 1-0 home defeat to Swiss minnows Zurich.
Penny Throws Complete Game Even as San Francisco Is Eliminated
SAN FRANCISCO -- Brad Penny believes San Francisco can contend for the World Series next year, which is why the right-hander isn't ruling out a return to the Giants.
Real Madrid march on as AC Milan slump
Real Madrid march on as AC Milan slump
Real Madrid's big summer spendings continue their scoring spree in a 3-0 Champions League win over Marseille but fellow European giants AC Milan suffer a shock 1-0 home defeat to Swiss minnows FC Zurich.
Real Madrid's big summer spendings continue their scoring spree in a 3-0 Champions League win over Marseille but fellow European giants AC Milan suffer a shock 1-0 home defeat to Swiss minnows FC Zurich.
Ridgefield girls blank Staples 2-0
RIDGEFIELD -- The Ridgefield High girls soccer team survived a tough test Wednesday night against Staples.The Tigers got goals from Molly Welch and Kelly Baker to record a 2-0 win to improve their record to 5-0."It was a very tough game," said Ridgefield coach Robb Banyai.
RIDGEFIELD -- The Ridgefield High girls soccer team survived a tough test Wednesday night against Staples.The Tigers got goals from Molly Welch and Kelly Baker to record a 2-0 win to improve their record to 5-0."It was a very tough game," said Ridgefield coach Robb Banyai.
Football: Man Utd recover to beat Wolfsburg
Football: Man Utd recover to beat Wolfsburg
Manchester United came a goal behind and shrugged off the early loss of Michael Owen to injury to beat German champions Wolfsburg 2-1 for their second victory in Champions League Group B.
Angels Shut Out Texas With Combined One-Hitter
ANAHEIM, Calif. -- Matt Palmer combined with four relievers on a one-hitter and the Los Angeles Angels tied a club record for most runs in a season with a 5-0 victory over the Texas Rangers on Wednesday night.
Manchester United came a goal behind and shrugged off the early loss of Michael Owen to injury to beat German champions Wolfsburg 2-1 for their second victory in Champions League Group B.
Angels Shut Out Texas With Combined One-Hitter
ANAHEIM, Calif. -- Matt Palmer combined with four relievers on a one-hitter and the Los Angeles Angels tied a club record for most runs in a season with a 5-0 victory over the Texas Rangers on Wednesday night.
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