Wednesday, March 23 2016 12:09 PM EDT2016-03-23 16:09:52 GMT
Belgium's national soccer team called off a practice session in Brussels on Tuesday after the city was hit by what authorities are calling terror attacks.
By GRAHAM DUNBAR AP Sports Writer Belgium's national soccer team called off a practice session in Brussels on Tuesday after the city was hit by bomb attacks.
Wednesday, March 23 2016 1:07 AM EDT2016-03-23 05:07:14 GMT
By ERIC OLSON AP Sports Writer The NCAA Tournament has reached the Sweet 16, and many of the usual suspects made it. There also are a few surprise teams and matchups. Don't feel bad if...
By ERIC OLSON AP Sports Writer The NCAA Tournament has reached the Sweet 16, and many of the usual suspects made it. There also are a few surprise teams and matchups. Don't feel bad if you're...
Tuesday, March 22 2016 10:25 PM EDT2016-03-23 02:25:25 GMT
French Interior Minister Bernard Cazeneuve says the deadly explosions in Brussels are a reminder that a "very high security level" will be required during this year's European Championship in France.
With Europe on high alert, French Interior Minister Bernard Cazeneuve said on Tuesday that the deadly explosions in Brussels are a reminder that a "very high security level" will be required during this year's European...
Tuesday, March 22 2016 8:46 PM EDT2016-03-23 00:46:18 GMT
The former tournament director at Indian Wells who now runs the WTA Tour calls his successor's critical comments about women's tennis players "disappointing and alarming."
The tournament director of the BNP Paribas Open who said women's pro tennis players "ride on the coattails of the men" resigned Monday night, ending his 29-year association with the event.
Tuesday, March 22 2016 2:37 PM EDT2016-03-22 18:37:00 GMT
Georgia standout Dominique Wilkins and Doug Collins of Illinois State headline the eight-member class that will be inducted into the National Collegiate Basketball Hall of Fame in November.
Georgia standout Dominique Wilkins and Doug Collins of Illinois State headline the eight-member class that will be inducted into the National Collegiate Basketball Hall of Fame in November.
Tuesday, March 22 2016 1:37 PM EDT2016-03-22 17:37:45 GMT
Indiana Pacers point guard Ty Lawson will serve a year of probation in a Denver drunken driving case after a judge rejected arguments that he needed to serve time in jail to learn a lesson.
Indiana Pacers point guard Ty Lawson will serve a year on probation in a Denver drunken driving case after a judge on Tuesday rejected arguments that he needed to serve time in jail to learn a lesson.
Tuesday, March 22 2016 11:19 AM EDT2016-03-22 15:19:00 GMT
WBA heavyweight champion Lucas Browne says he will fight to clear his name after failing a drug test following his world title fight win over Ruslan Chagaev earlier this month.
WBA heavyweight champion Lucas Browne says he will fight to clear his name after failing a drug test following his world title fight win over Ruslan Chagaev earlier this month.
Tuesday, March 22 2016 10:31 AM EDT2016-03-22 14:31:39 GMT
Defending champion Rory McIlroy will face a player he knows very little about in the Dell Match Play. Jordan Spieth knows one of his opponents all too well.
Defending champion Rory McIlroy will face a player he knows very little about in the Dell Match Play.
Tuesday, March 22 2016 10:31 AM EDT2016-03-22 14:31:22 GMT
Russia's Olympic wrestling team has reported "tens" of doping cases which could rule top athletes out of the Olympics in Rio de Janeiro.
The head of the Russian wrestling federation has clarified his statements on doping, saying Tuesday he meant there was an "epidemic" across all sports in the country.
Monday, March 21 2016 11:06 PM EDT2016-03-22 03:06:33 GMT
New England Patriots owner Robert Kraft has asked the NFL to reinstate the draft picks the team lost in the deflated footballs investigation stemming from the 2014 AFC title game.
New England Patriots owner Robert Kraft has asked the NFL to reinstate the draft picks the team lost in the deflated footballs investigation stemming from the 2014 AFC title game.
Monday, March 21 2016 5:27 PM EDT2016-03-21 21:27:05 GMT
Towering cranes dot the city's skyline, signaling the rise of a $1.4 billion retractable-roof stadium that is supposed to keep major sporting events streaming to Atlanta.
Towering cranes dot the city's skyline, signaling the rise of a $1.4 billion retractable-roof stadium that is supposed to keep major sporting events streaming to Atlanta.
Monday, March 21 2016 5:26 PM EDT2016-03-21 21:26:52 GMT
The Rooney Rule that has helped diversify front office and coaching jobs in the NFL has been such a success that the league has expanded it to include interviewing women for all executive positions at the league...
The Rooney Rule that has helped diversify front office and coaching jobs in the NFL has been such a success that the league has expanded it to include interviewing women for all executive positions at the league office.
Monday, March 21 2016 4:08 PM EDT2016-03-21 20:08:10 GMT
The Supreme Court is staying out of a dispute between game maker Electronic Arts Inc. and former National Football League players who accuse the company of using their likenesses in the popular Madden NFL video...
The Supreme Court is staying out of a dispute between game maker Electronic Arts Inc. and former National Football League players who accuse the company of using their likenesses in the popular Madden NFL video game series...
Wednesday, March 23 2016 12:10 PM EDT2016-03-23 16:10:01 GMT
In a landmark game attended by presidents Barack Obama and Raul Castro, the Tampa Bay Rays beat the Cuban national team 4-1 Tuesday in the first visit by a major league team to the communist island since 1999.
When Kevin Kiermaier slid into home for the Tampa Bay Rays' first run of the day, President Barack Obama flung his arms wide in the sign for "safe."
Wednesday, March 23 2016 12:09 PM EDT2016-03-23 16:09:52 GMT
Belgium's national soccer team called off a practice session in Brussels on Tuesday after the city was hit by what authorities are calling terror attacks.
By GRAHAM DUNBAR AP Sports Writer Belgium's national soccer team called off a practice session in Brussels on Tuesday after the city was hit by bomb attacks.
Wednesday, March 23 2016 12:09 PM EDT2016-03-23 16:09:49 GMT
Some of the top men's tennis players at the Miami Open on Tuesday disagreed with Raymond Moore's controversial comments regarding women's tennis.
Some of the top players in tennis expressed disgust Tuesday with the comments made by the now-former director of the BNP Paribas Open tournament in Indian Wells, with Serena Williams also disagreeing with fellow No. 1...
Wednesday, March 23 2016 12:09 PM EDT2016-03-23 16:09:45 GMT
Roger Goodell will not be returning the draft picks stripped from the New England Patriots for the use of deflated footballs in the 2014 AFC championship game.
Roger Goodell will not be returning the draft picks stripped from the New England Patriots for the use of deflated footballs in the 2014 AFC championship game.
Wednesday, March 23 2016 12:09 PM EDT2016-03-23 16:09:43 GMT
A Los Angeles Lakers spokesman said there are "different interpretations" about what happened during an interaction between players Nick Young and Jordan Clarkson and a woman who accused them of harassing her.
A Los Angeles Lakers spokesman said there are "different interpretations" about what happened during an interaction between players Nick Young and Jordan Clarkson and a woman who accused them of harassing her.
Wednesday, March 23 2016 12:09 PM EDT2016-03-23 16:09:45 GMT
Roger Goodell will not be returning the draft picks stripped from the New England Patriots for the use of deflated footballs in the 2014 AFC championship game.
Roger Goodell will not be returning the draft picks stripped from the New England Patriots for the use of deflated footballs in the 2014 AFC championship game.
Tuesday, March 22 2016 10:25 PM EDT2016-03-23 02:25:25 GMT
French Interior Minister Bernard Cazeneuve says the deadly explosions in Brussels are a reminder that a "very high security level" will be required during this year's European Championship in France.
With Europe on high alert, French Interior Minister Bernard Cazeneuve said on Tuesday that the deadly explosions in Brussels are a reminder that a "very high security level" will be required during this year's European...
Tuesday, March 22 2016 4:00 PM EDT2016-03-22 20:00:04 GMT
Pro Bowl pass rusher Justin Houston could miss the upcoming season for the Kansas City Chiefs after having surgery to repair the ACL in his left knee that bothered him in the playoffs.
Pro Bowl pass rusher Justin Houston could miss the upcoming season for the Kansas City Chiefs after having surgery to repair the ACL in his left knee that bothered him in the playoffs.
Monday, March 21 2016 11:06 PM EDT2016-03-22 03:06:33 GMT
New England Patriots owner Robert Kraft has asked the NFL to reinstate the draft picks the team lost in the deflated footballs investigation stemming from the 2014 AFC title game.
New England Patriots owner Robert Kraft has asked the NFL to reinstate the draft picks the team lost in the deflated footballs investigation stemming from the 2014 AFC title game.
Monday, March 21 2016 5:27 PM EDT2016-03-21 21:27:05 GMT
Towering cranes dot the city's skyline, signaling the rise of a $1.4 billion retractable-roof stadium that is supposed to keep major sporting events streaming to Atlanta.
Towering cranes dot the city's skyline, signaling the rise of a $1.4 billion retractable-roof stadium that is supposed to keep major sporting events streaming to Atlanta.
Monday, March 21 2016 5:26 PM EDT2016-03-21 21:26:52 GMT
The Rooney Rule that has helped diversify front office and coaching jobs in the NFL has been such a success that the league has expanded it to include interviewing women for all executive positions at the league...
The Rooney Rule that has helped diversify front office and coaching jobs in the NFL has been such a success that the league has expanded it to include interviewing women for all executive positions at the league office.
Wednesday, March 23 2016 12:10 PM EDT2016-03-23 16:10:01 GMT
In a landmark game attended by presidents Barack Obama and Raul Castro, the Tampa Bay Rays beat the Cuban national team 4-1 Tuesday in the first visit by a major league team to the communist island since 1999.
When Kevin Kiermaier slid into home for the Tampa Bay Rays' first run of the day, President Barack Obama flung his arms wide in the sign for "safe."
Wednesday, March 23 2016 3:55 AM EDT2016-03-23 07:55:54 GMT
Nudging Cuba toward democracy, President Barack Obama will cast a spotlight on political repression and economic misery here Tuesday when he meets with dissidents and speaks to the Cuban people at the close of a...
Capping his remarkable visit to Cuba, President Barack Obama on Tuesday declared an end to the "last remnant of the Cold War in the Americas" and openly urged the Cuban people to pursue a more democratic future for this...
Tuesday, March 22 2016 2:00 PM EDT2016-03-22 18:00:57 GMT
By STEPHEN WHYNO AP Sports Writer Jonathan Papelbon yelled from his locker to Washington Nationals clubhouse attendant Mike Wallace in the middle of the room. The message: tell Gio Gonzalez to get...
By STEPHEN WHYNO AP Sports Writer Jonathan Papelbon yelled from his locker to Washington Nationals clubhouse attendant Mike Wallace in the middle of the room. The message: tell Gio Gonzalez to get on the...
Wednesday, March 23 2016 12:09 PM EDT2016-03-23 16:09:52 GMT
Belgium's national soccer team called off a practice session in Brussels on Tuesday after the city was hit by what authorities are calling terror attacks.
By GRAHAM DUNBAR AP Sports Writer Belgium's national soccer team called off a practice session in Brussels on Tuesday after the city was hit by bomb attacks.
Wednesday, March 23 2016 12:09 PM EDT2016-03-23 16:09:43 GMT
A Los Angeles Lakers spokesman said there are "different interpretations" about what happened during an interaction between players Nick Young and Jordan Clarkson and a woman who accused them of harassing her.
A Los Angeles Lakers spokesman said there are "different interpretations" about what happened during an interaction between players Nick Young and Jordan Clarkson and a woman who accused them of harassing her.
Wednesday, March 23 2016 4:26 AM EDT2016-03-23 08:26:58 GMT
By DOUG FEINBERG AP Basketball Writer There is reason for optimism despite attendance being slightly down at the first two rounds of the women's basketball NCAA Tournament.
By DOUG FEINBERG AP Basketball Writer There is reason for optimism despite attendance being slightly down at the first two rounds of the women's basketball NCAA Tournament.
Wednesday, March 23 2016 2:36 AM EDT2016-03-23 06:36:54 GMT
CBS is back on top of the weekly Nielsen ratings, propelled by its drama-heavy lineup and the NCAA men's basketball tournament, which gave life to a normally quiet Saturday night schedule.
CBS is back on top of the weekly Nielsen ratings, propelled by its drama-heavy lineup and the NCAA men's basketball tournament, which gave life to a normally quiet Saturday night schedule.
Wednesday, March 23 2016 1:07 AM EDT2016-03-23 05:07:14 GMT
By ERIC OLSON AP Sports Writer The NCAA Tournament has reached the Sweet 16, and many of the usual suspects made it. There also are a few surprise teams and matchups. Don't feel bad if...
By ERIC OLSON AP Sports Writer The NCAA Tournament has reached the Sweet 16, and many of the usual suspects made it. There also are a few surprise teams and matchups. Don't feel bad if you're...
Tuesday, March 22 2016 11:48 PM EDT2016-03-23 03:48:36 GMT
Jamie Dixon is back at TCU, and the Horned Frogs are hoping for an even bigger miracle from their former player.
Jamie Dixon is back at TCU, and the Horned Frogs are hoping their former player can provide a lot more winning moments for the program that has struggled in the Big 12 Conference.
Tuesday, March 8 2016 8:25 PM EST2016-03-09 01:25:05 GMT
Jean Segura had three hits, drove in two runs and made the top defensive play for an Arizona Diamondbacks split squad in an 8-8, nine-inning tie with the San Diego Padres on Tuesday.
Jean Segura had three hits, drove in two runs and made the top defensive play for an Arizona Diamondbacks split squad in an 8-8, nine-inning tie with the San Diego Padres on Tuesday.
Wednesday, March 9 2016 2:48 PM EST2016-03-09 19:48:15 GMT
Star tight end Antonio Gates has agreed to a new two-year deal that will allow him to retire as a member of the San Diego Chargers, the team he joined as an undrafted rookie in 2003.
Star tight end Antonio Gates has agreed to a new two-year deal that will allow him to retire as a member of the San Diego Chargers, the team he joined as an undrafted rookie in 2003.
Thursday, February 25 2016 9:00 AM EST2016-02-25 14:00:44 GMT
In a last-ditch effort to end their long, bitter push for a new stadium, the San Diego Chargers have joined a diverse group that includes some polarizing figures and civic lightning rods who have been involved in various issues in a city known for political dysfunction and an inability to get big projects done.
In a last-ditch effort to end their long, bitter push for a new stadium, the San Diego Chargers have joined a diverse group that includes some polarizing figures and civic lightning rods who have been involved in various issues in a city known for political dysfunction and an inability to get big projects done.
Wednesday, February 24 2016 9:31 AM EST2016-02-24 14:31:59 GMT
The San Diego Chargers announced that they will pursue a stadium project in downtown San Diego, rejecting the proposed replacement for Qualcomm Stadium in Mission Valley.
The San Diego Chargers announced that they will pursue a stadium project in downtown San Diego, rejecting the proposed replacement for Qualcomm Stadium in Mission Valley.
Wednesday, February 10 2016 9:11 AM EST2016-02-10 14:11:42 GMT
Chargers Chairman Dean Spanos met with San Diego Mayor Kevin Faulconer and county Supervisor Ron Roberts on Monday, just a couple hours after announcing the hiring of a longtime civic leader to push a stadium project forward.
Chargers Chairman Dean Spanos met with San Diego Mayor Kevin Faulconer and county Supervisor Ron Roberts on Monday, just a couple hours after announcing the hiring of a longtime civic leader to push a stadium project forward.
