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AFC Toronto moves to retain nine more players, now has 18 under contract for 2026
By Canadian Press on December 17th, 2025
TORONTO — AFC Toronto moved to retain nine players Wednesday, including goalkeeper Sierra Cota-Yarde, midfielder Nikki Small and forward Kaylee Hunter. Cota-Yarde, Small and Hunter had their contracts extended through 2027 with Hunter’s deal also including a club option for 2028. Goalkeeper Danielle Krzyzaniak’s contract was extended through 2026 with midfielder Sarah Stratigakis’ extension running ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Villarreal eliminated by 2nd-division club Racing in Copa del Rey, Atletico beats Baleares
By Canadian Press on December 17th, 2025
MADRID (AP) — Villarreal was eliminated by second-division club Racing Santander in the round of 32 of the Copa del Rey on Wednesday, while Atletico Madrid earned a hard-fought win over fourth-tier team Atletico Baleares. Villarreal, sitting third in the Spanish league and enjoying one of its best campaigns in years, lost 2-1 to Racing ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!College Football Playoff picks: Sooners, Aggies, Rebels and Ducks should advance to quarterfinals
By Canadian Press on December 17th, 2025
Unlike last year’s debut of the 12-team College Football Playoff, weather should not be a factor in any of the first-round games this weekend. Southeastern Conference teams Oklahoma, Mississippi and Texas A&M and one of the Big Ten’s four West Coast schools, Oregon, are hosting first-round games. Last year, Notre Dame, Penn State and Ohio ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Olivia Miles part of another transfer-replenished roster for undefeated No. 9 TCU
By Canadian Press on December 17th, 2025
FORT WORTH, Texas (AP) — Olivia Miles just wanted to make the right decision on where to play her final season in college, and the dynamic guard picked a TCU squad coached by Mark Campbell coming off its first NCAA Elite Eight appearance. Marta Suarez, the 6-foot-3 forward with elite guard skills, said with a ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!The stakes are high as the Seahawks and Rams square off in a game with division title implications
By Canadian Press on December 17th, 2025
RENTON, Wash. (AP) — Sam Darnold was far from his best the last time he and the Seattle Seahawks squared off against his hometown team and he is amply aware he will need to perform better than when he tossed four interceptions against the Los Angeles Rams on Nov. 16. Darnold and the Seahawks’ rematch ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Jalen Smith scores 19 to propel Rice to 94-47 romp over NAIA’s Southwestern Christian
By Canadian Press on December 17th, 2025
HOUSTON (AP) — Jalen Smith scored 19 points to lead Rice to a 94-47 victory over NAIA member Southwestern Christian on Wednesday. Smith also had seven rebounds for the Owls (6-6). Trae Broadnax hit two 3-pointers and scored 14, while Eternity Eguagie added 12 points. Cole Allen and JaColby Williams topped the Eagles with 12 ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Winter Olympics 2026 guide: All you need to know about the Milan–Cortina Games
By Canadian Press on December 17th, 2025
The countdown is on for the 2026 Winter Olympics in Italy. The torch relay is already underway and some of the top athletes are already making headlines. There are 16 sports in all, including some never seen before, and 116 gold medals are waiting to be awarded. This will be the most spread-out Winter Games ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Camren Hunter scores 19 as Central Arkansas routs D-II’s Kansas Christian 102-47
By Canadian Press on December 17th, 2025
CONWAY, Ark. (AP) — Camren Hunter scored 19 points as Central Arkansas beat Division II’s Kansas Christian 102-47 on Wednesday. Hunter added three steals for the Bears (5-7). Malchiah Marable totaled 16 points, six rebounds and three steals. Ty Robinson hit two 3-pointers and scored 12. Darion Williams had 11 points and 12 rebounds for ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Safonov makes 4 penalty saves in shootout as PSG beats Flamengo to win Intercontinental Cup
By Canadian Press on December 17th, 2025
DOHA, Qatar (AP) — Matvei Safonov made four straight penalty saves in a shootout to help Paris Saint-Germain beat Flamengo in the Intercontinental Cup final on Wednesday and win a sixth trophy of 2025. The goalkeeper was thrown in the air by his teammates after his exploits in the shootout that was won 2-1 by ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Seahawks, Rams set for matchup with NFC West title implications
By Canadian Press on December 17th, 2025
Los Angeles (11-3) at Seattle (11-3) Thursday, 8:15 p.m. EST, Prime Video BetMGM NFL odds: Rams by 1 Against the spread: Seahawks 10-4; Rams 10-4 Series record: Tied 28-28 Last meeting: Rams beat the Seahawks 21-19 in Inglewood, California, on Nov. 16. Last week: Seahawks beat the Colts 18-16, Rams beat the Lions 41-34 Rams ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Dolphins waive veteran Matthew Judon, sign linebacker Jackson Woodard
By Canadian Press on December 17th, 2025
MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. (AP) — The Miami Dolphins waived pass rusher Matthew Judon and signed linebacker Jackson Woodard to the active roster off Houston’s practice squad on Wednesday. Miami also signed linebacker Andre Carter II to the practice squad and released tight end Tanner Conner from it. With the Dolphins being eliminated from postseason contention ... Read More »
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