National Sports
Raptors’ Larry Tanenbaum re-elected chair of NBA’s board of governors
By The Canadian Press on September 10th, 2024
NEW YORK – Toronto Raptors governor Larry Tanenbaum has been re-elected chairman of the NBA’s board of governors. Tanenbaum is the first Canadian to serve as NBA board chairman and has been the Raptors’ governor since 1998. He holds the same title with the NHL’s Toronto Maple Leafs and Major League Soccer’s Toronto FC. The ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Mauricio Pocchetino hired to succeed Gregg Berhalter as US men’s national team coach
By Ronald Blum, The Associated Press on September 10th, 2024
Former Tottenham and Chelsea manager Mauricio Pochettino was hired Tuesday to succeed Gregg Berhalter as U.S. men’s national team coach, 21 months before the Americans host the 2026 World Cup. A 52-year-old Argentine, Pochettino became the 10th U.S. coach in 14 years and its first foreign-born leader since Jurgen Klinsmann from 2011-16. Pochettino has coached ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Strong stretch run earns Vitality the win in Prince of Wales Stakes race
By The Canadian Press on September 10th, 2024
FORT ERIE, Ont. – Vitality overtook filly Airosa down the stretch to capture the $400,000 Prince of Wales Stakes on Tuesday. Jockey Jose Campos took Vitality to the late lead to finish the 1 3/16-mile dirt race in one minute 55.72 seconds on a fast track at Fort Erie Racetrack. Airosa, ridden by Rafael Hernandez, ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!No tax: Daly doesn’t envision change to NHL system that benefits sunbelt teams
By Joshua Clipperton, The Canadian Press on September 10th, 2024
LAS VEGAS – Bill Daly says the conversations have taken place. The NHL’s deputy commissioner, however, doesn’t see a realistic path forward to fix the perceived issue any time soon. Four of the league’s last five Stanley Cup winners, and seven of the last 10 finalists, play in U.S. jurisdictions without state income tax. That ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Online portal on Canada’s safe sport policies opens to public
By The Canadian Press on September 10th, 2024
OTTAWA – A public online portal was opened by the federal government today to gather information on safe sport in Canada and improve its policies to protect participants. The Future of Sport in Canada Commission hopes to hear from athletes, parents, coaches, officials, administrators, academics, victims and survivors of maltreatment in sport. Lise Maisonneuve, the ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!NFL investigating lawsuit filed against Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson, accused of sexual assault
By Tom Withers, The Associated Press on September 10th, 2024
CLEVELAND (AP) – The NFL said Tuesday it is investigating the latest civil lawsuit filed against Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson to determine if he violated the league’s personal conduct policy. On Monday, a woman in Texas accused Watson of sexual assault in 2020 while he played for Houston. “We are reviewing the complaint and ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Shapovalov, Auger-Aliassime lead Canada to 2-1 win over Argentina at Davis Cup
By The Canadian Press on September 10th, 2024
MANCHESTER, United Kingdom – Canada has defeated Argentina 2-1 at the Davis Cup. Denis Shapovalov of Richmond Hill, Ont., defeated Francisco Cerundolo 7-5, 6-3 in the first singles rubber match on Tuesday in Group D action at the AO Arena. Montreal’s Felix Auger-Aliassime then defeated Sebastian Baez 6-3, 6-3 in the second singles match. Shapovalov ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Canada’s Achonwa made assistant coach of Michigan Wolverines women’s basketball team
By The Canadian Press on September 10th, 2024
ANN ARBOR, Mich. – Four-time Canadian Olympian Natalie Achonwa is joining Michigan women’s basketball staff as the assistant coach for player development. Achonwa was Canada’s captain at the recently completed Paris Games. It was Achonwa’s fourth Olympics, the most ever by a Canadian basketball player. She played alongside 18-year-old guard Syla Swords, who will now ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Lions running back Mackie, Stamps lineman Rose, Elks O-line named to CFL honour roll
By The Canadian Press on September 10th, 2024
TORONTO – B.C. Lions running back David Mackie, Calgary Stampeders defensive lineman Mike Rose and the Edmonton Elks’ offensive line were named to the CFL’s honour roll on Tuesday. They were recognized for their superior play in Week 14 of the league’s schedule. Mackie was singled out after he had four rushes for 33 yards ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Coach says young Canadians are up for the challenge of Spain at FIFA U-20 World Cup
By Neil Davidson, The Canadian Press on September 10th, 2024
After a roller-coaster finale to the group stage of the FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup, Canada has made it to the round of 16 where defending champion Spain awaits Wednesday in Cali, Colombia. It’s a tall order – Spain is a force at all ages in the women’s game – but Canada coach Cindy Tye ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Shapovalov, Auger-Aliassime give Canada 2-0 edge, win over Argentina at Davis Cup
By The Canadian Press on September 10th, 2024
MANCHESTER, United Kingdom – Canada has defeated Argentina at the Davis Cup. Denis Shapovalov of Richmond Hill, Ont., defeated Francisco Cerundolo 7-5, 6-3 in the first singles rubber match on Tuesday in Group D action at the AO Arena. Montreal’s Felix Auger-Aliassime then defeated Sebastian Baez 6-3, 6-3 in the second singles match. Shapovalov broke ... Read More »
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