In 2025, Trump told FIFA, Olympics and NCAA to get in line. For the most part, they complied
By Canadian Press on December 18th, 2025
It has never been unusual for the leader of the host country to show up for one of the biggest moments of soccer’s World Cup — the gala where the team pairings are revealed. What made President Donald Trump’s appearance this month different was the “FIFA Peace Prize.” The newly created honor by the sport’s ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!An uninhabited Scottish isle is home to the golden granite used in Olympic curling stones
By Canadian Press on December 18th, 2025
AILSA CRAIG, Scotland (AP) — If you’re looking to strike gold — silver or bronze, too — look to Ailsa Craig. This uninhabited isle 10 miles (16 kilometers) off the coast of southwest Scotland is the source of the super-dense granite used to make curling stones for the Winter Olympics. Jim English, co-owner of Kays ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Muller mania: German star’s addition to Vancouver Whitecaps a boon for club, fans
By Canadian Press on December 18th, 2025
VANCOUVER — Thomas Muller came to the Vancouver Whitecaps to win. While the German soccer legend has yet to capture a Major League Soccer title, he’s won the hearts of diehard fans and casual observers alike. “We created, in a city like Vancouver, a hockey city, the buzz we wanted to create,” Muller said after ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Conference League completes first phase with Crystal Palace looking to reach last 16
By Canadian Press on December 18th, 2025
LONDON (AP) — The Conference League concludes its first phase with the sixth round on Thursday and Strasbourg the only team to have already secured a direct spot to the round of 16. The French side tops the standings after four wins and a draw, and closes at home to Breidablik from Iceland. The 36 ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Sutton and LSU host SE Louisiana
By Canadian Press on December 18th, 2025
SE Louisiana Lions (4-7, 1-2 Southland) at LSU Tigers (9-1) Baton Rouge, Louisiana; Friday, 8 p.m. EST BOTTOM LINE: LSU faces SE Louisiana after Marquel Sutton scored 23 points in LSU’s 89-77 win over the SMU Mustangs. The Tigers have gone 5-0 at home. LSU ranks sixth in the SEC in team defense, allowing 70.6 ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Murray State hosts Drake after Taylor’s 23-point game
By Canadian Press on December 18th, 2025
Drake Bulldogs (6-5) at Murray State Racers (8-3) Murray, Kentucky; Thursday, 8 p.m. EST BOTTOM LINE: Murray State hosts Drake after Layne Taylor scored 23 points in Murray State’s 115-100 win against the Akron Zips. The Racers have gone 5-0 at home. Murray State is fifth in the MVC with 24.5 defensive rebounds per game ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Muntu and Tennessee Tech host Southeast Missouri State
By Canadian Press on December 18th, 2025
Southeast Missouri State Redhawks (5-6) at Tennessee Tech Golden Eagles (5-6) Cookeville, Tennessee; Thursday, 8:30 p.m. EST BOTTOM LINE: Tennessee Tech hosts Southeast Missouri State after Brandon Muntu scored 22 points in Tennessee Tech’s 101-69 win over the Bethel (TN) Wildcats. The Golden Eagles have gone 3-1 in home games. Tennessee Tech scores 80.8 points ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Milwaukee squares off against South Dakota State
By Canadian Press on December 18th, 2025
South Dakota State Jackrabbits (7-6) vs. Milwaukee Panthers (4-6, 1-0 Horizon League) Milwaukee; Friday, 5 p.m. EST BOTTOM LINE: Milwaukee faces South Dakota State in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. The Panthers have a 3-6 record against non-conference oppponents. Milwaukee gives up 81.7 points to opponents and has been outscored by 2.0 points per game. The Jackrabbits are ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Southern Indiana and Little Rock face off in conference matchup
By Canadian Press on December 18th, 2025
Little Rock Trojans (2-9, 0-1 OVC) at Southern Indiana Screaming Eagles (3-7) Evansville, Indiana; Thursday, 8:30 p.m. EST BOTTOM LINE: Johnathan Lawson and Little Rock take on Ismail Habib and Southern Indiana in OVC play Thursday. The Screaming Eagles are 2-1 on their home court. Southern Indiana allows 77.7 points and has been outscored by ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!William & Mary hosts Radford after Parker’s 53-point performance
By Canadian Press on December 18th, 2025
Radford Highlanders (5-7) at William & Mary Tribe (8-3) Williamsburg, Virginia; Thursday, 7 p.m. EST BOTTOM LINE: Radford visits William & Mary after Dennis Parker Jr. scored 53 points in Radford’s 107-77 win against the Coppin State Eagles. The Tribe have gone 3-0 at home. William & Mary averages 20.0 assists per game to lead ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!William & Mary hosts Radford after Parker’s 53-point performance
By Canadian Press on December 18th, 2025
Radford Highlanders (5-7) at William & Mary Tribe (8-3) Williamsburg, Virginia; Thursday, 7 p.m. EST BOTTOM LINE: Radford visits William & Mary after Dennis Parker Jr. scored 53 points in Radford’s 107-77 win against the Coppin State Eagles. The Tribe have gone 3-0 at home. William & Mary averages 20.0 assists per game to lead ... Read More »
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