National Sports
Wardley, Daniels return as Canadian women set for HSBC SVNS rugby event
By Canadian Press on March 7th, 2026
VANCOUVER — Pulling on the Canadian jersey to compete at the HSBC SVNS Vancouver tournament this weekend is extra special for Keyara Wardley and Chloe Daniels. Injuries have prevented both women from appearing with the national team since helping Canada win a silver medal at the 2024 Paris Olympics. “It’s means everything,” Wardley said earlier ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Wrexham leads twice and takes Chelsea to extra time before losing 4-2 in the FA Cup
By Canadian Press on March 7th, 2026
Against the world champion, Wrexham came agonizingly close to another spectacular plot twist. Substitute Lewis Brunt was a matter of inches offside when he headed in what looked like an equalizing goal in a thrilling FA Cup fifth round clash against Premier League giant Chelsea on Saturday. Wrexham – in front of Hollywood owners Ryan ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!UConn women roll past Georgetown in Big East tournament opener 84-39
By Canadian Press on March 7th, 2026
UNCASVILLE, Conn. (AP) — Serah Williams had 12 of her 14 points in the first half, Sarah Strong had 11 points and Azzi Fudd had 10 points as No. 1 UConn rolled to an 84-39 win over Georgetown in the quarterfinals of the Big East tournament on Saturday to extend its winning streak to 48 ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Ball State fires coach Michael Lewis after 3 straight losing seasons and begins search for successor
By Canadian Press on March 7th, 2026
MUNCIE, Ind. (AP) — Ball State announced Saturday it has fired coach Michael Lewis after four seasons and will begin searching immediately for his successor. Lewis had a promising start to his career, going 20-12 in 2022-23 but won fewer games each of his final three seasons, culminating in a career worst 12-19 mark this ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Townsend redeemed as Scotland ignite Six Nations title chase by stunning France
By Canadian Press on March 7th, 2026
EDINBURGH, Scotland (AP) — Gregor Townsend is not one to gloat when he so easily could. Exactly a month ago, his Scotland started the Six Nations with a dull loss to Italy in the Roman rain. His 10-season tenure was already under intense scrutiny after a miserable autumn test series. Now the coach has Scotland ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Hurley ejected in final second of Marquette’s 68-62 win over No. 4 UConn
By Canadian Press on March 7th, 2026
MILWAUKEE (AP) — Nigel James Jr. scored 19 points and UConn coach Danny Hurley was ejected in the final second as Marquette hung on for a 68-62 victory on Saturday that prevented the fourth-ranked Huskies from winning a share of the Big East regular-season title. UConn (27-4, 17-3) trailed 64-62 when the Huskies’ Silas Demary ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Bruins beat Caps 3-1 for 12th straight home win
By Canadian Press on March 7th, 2026
BOSTON (AP) — Viktor Arvidsson scored the go-ahead goal on a breakaway 4:28 into the third period and the Boston Bruins beat the Washington Capitals 3-1 on Saturday for their 12th straight home victory. Pavel Zacha also scored for the Bruins, who have their longest home win streak since a 14-gamer during their 2022-23 season ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Boston College defeats Notre Dame 77-69, looks to take last spot in ACC Tournament
By Canadian Press on March 7th, 2026
BOSTON (AP) — Fred Payne scored 24 points, Boston College rallied late in the second half, and the Eagles defeated Notre Dame 77-69 on Saturday, the last day of the ACC regular season. The win moved Boston College (11-20, 4-14 ACC) into position to possibly take 15th place in the ACC standings. Still, the Eagles ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Johnson hits game-winning 3 as South Carolina downs Mississippi 64-61
By Canadian Press on March 7th, 2026
OXFORD, Miss. (AP) — Meechie Johnson scored 17 points and hit a deep 3-pointer at the buzzer to lift South Carolina over Mississippi 64-61 on Saturday. South Carolina (13-18, 4-14 SEC) led 34-28 at halftime and held the advantage for much of the second half before the Rebels rallied to tie the game in the ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Brad Gushue’s storied Brier career ends with playoff loss to Brad Jacobs
By Canadian Press on March 7th, 2026
ST. JOHN’S — Brad Gushue’s competitive curling career at the Brier has come to an end. The six-time Canadian champion was eliminated from contention with a 7-5 playoff loss to Brad Jacobs. Gushue attempted to win a record seventh Canadian title in his Brier swan song and in his hometown of St. John’s, N.L. He ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Johnson and Davidson score 15 each, Clemson beats Georgia Tech 79-76
By Canadian Press on March 7th, 2026
CLEMSON, S.C. (AP) — Butta Johnson and Nick Davidson each scored 15 points and Clemson rallied in the second half to beat Georgia Tech 79-76 on Saturday in a regular-season finale. Clemson (22-9, 12-6 ACC) erased a six-point halftime deficit and outscored Georgia Tech 46-37 in the second half to secure the win. The Tigers ... Read More »
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