KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Coach Andy Reid was asked what impact a frigid forecast might have for Saturday night’s wild-card playoff game between the Chiefs and Dolphins, and whether Kansas City would try to acclimatize by practicing outside this week. Reid looked out a nearby window Tuesday and saw the 6 inches of snow that … Read more
In an effort to prevent abuse by parents and some coaches, a minor soccer association in Quebec’s Eastern Townships plans to equip referees with body cameras next season. Referees in the association, most of whom are between 14 and 16 years old, are increasingly facing virulent comments from parents, said Martin Tremblay, president of the … Read more
Short fiction by Yiyun Li, Bennett Sims and Paul Yoon are finalists for the 20th annual Story Prize, given for the year’s outstanding short story collection NEW YORK — Short fiction by Yiyun Li, Bennett Sims and Paul Yoon are finalists for the 20th annual Story Prize, given for the year’s outstanding short story collection. … Read more
Nick Laham | Getty Images The National Football League offered voluntary buyouts to at least 200 employees as it gears up for start of the playoffs this coming weekend, according to a memo obtained by CNBC. The NFL, which has about 1,100 employees, told staff that it is “continuously evaluating ways to enhance efficiency and … Read more
HOUSTON — Michigan’s climb back to the summit of college ended with its 34-13 win over Washington in the College Football Playoff championship game on Monday night. Next, the Wolverines and their fans wait and see if Jim Harbaugh stays or goes. Harbaugh, as he did during the lead-up to the championship, deflected all questions … Read more
HOUSTON — Michigan looked as if it would run away from Washington early in the College Football Playoff championship game Monday night. But the Wolverines mostly plodded along until they put together a 71-yard drive that put them up two touchdowns midway through the fourth quarter of a 34-13 victory. Blake Corum, Donovan Edwards and … Read more
On Football analyzes the biggest topics in the NFL from week to week. For more On Football analysis, head here. ___ It was a slow “Black Monday” across the NFL while everyone waits on Bill Belichick’s future with the New England Patriots. The Washington Commanders, as expected, fired coach Ron Rivera after his fourth straight … Read more
Before word broke that Olympic gymnast Mary Lou Retton was “fighting for her life” in hospital, the gold medallist thought she was just a “washed up, old athlete.” But when support and worry for Retton, 55, sounded from across the globe, it was impossible to deny just how beloved she really is. Now, nearly three … Read more
BERLIN — Franz Beckenbauer, who won the World Cup both as player and coach and became one of Germany’s most beloved personalities with his easygoing charm, has died. He was 78. Beckenbauer’s death was first announced through a statement from his family to German news agency dpa and then confirmed by the German soccer federation. … Read more
By Staff The Canadian Press Posted January 8, 2024 11:57 am Updated January 8, 2024 1:04 pm Descrease article font size Increase article font size TORONTO – William Nylander will be in a Toronto Maple Leafs sweater for years to come. Nylander has agreed to an eight-year deal with the Maple Leafs worth US$92 million, … Read more
