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Bonmati and Djokovic win top Laureus awards: Spain's World Cup winning midfielder Aitana Bonmati was named the Sportswoman of the Year ...
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Quick Glance: Awards for Bonmati and Djokovic at Laureus Awards
- Spain's Aitana Bonmati, a midfielder and World Cup winner, was named Sportswoman of the Year, while Novak Djokovic from Serbia received the top men's award at the Laureus ceremony on Monday.
- Tom Brady presented Djokovic with his fifth Laureus Award following an impressive 2023 performance, including winning the U.S. Open and tying Margaret Court's record for 24 Grand Slam titles.
- Jude Bellingham was honored as the Breakthrough Player of the Year, and Simone Biles took home the Comeback of the Year award.
- Nominees for the Laureus World Sports Awards are chosen by global media, with the winners selected by the 69 members of the Laureus World Sports Academy.
What You See in the Dark by Rudy Gobert | The Players’ Tribune: This is the real Rudy Gobert: “I don’t think you’ll understand me unless you understand a bit of ...
theplayerstribune.com/posts/rudy-gobert-nba-basketball-minnesota-timberwolves
Quick Glance: Twelve Jurors Seated in Trump's Hush Money Trial
- A jury of 12 individuals was empaneled on Thursday in the landmark hush money trial of former President Donald Trump, bringing the proceedings closer to opening arguments and the commencement of weeks filled with compelling testimonies.
- The upcoming trial is anticipated to present unfavorable testimonies regarding Trump's personal life pre-presidency, including accusations of manipulating business records to suppress narratives in the final days of the 2016 election surrounding his intimate relationships.
- Central to the trial is a payment of $130,000 made by Cohen just before the 2016 election to adult film actress Stormy Daniels, aimed at preventing her allegations of a sexual encounter with Trump from being publicized in the campaign's final stretch.
- The selection of the jury holds paramount significance in any criminal proceeding, particularly so when the accused is a former president and the presumed Republican candidate. Potential jurors have undergone extensive scrutiny concerning their online presence, personal backgrounds, and political stances as legal representatives and the judge meticulously scrutinize for partialities that could compromise their impartiality.
Julian Nagelsmann signs new Germany contract to stay on as head coach: Julian Nagelsmann will stay on as the head coach of the Germany national team after ...
theathletic.com/5428736/2024/04/19/germany-julian-nagelsmann-contract-new/
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Quick Glance: Julian Nagelsmann to Remain as Head Coach of National Team until 2026
- Julian Nagelsmann will continue as head coach of the national team beyond the upcoming European Championship.
- He will not return to FC Bayern Munich but will stay with the national team.
- DFB President Neuendorf praises the contract extension as a strong signal and highlights Nagelsmann's outstanding abilities.
- The DFB leadership aims for continuity by extending the contract of National Team Director Rudi Völler as well.
Mark Pope lands a transfer. Amari Williams, an elite defensive big man, is coming to UK.
kentucky.com/sports/college/kentucky-sports/uk-recruiting/article287833645.html
Caitlin Clark leaves Iowa her way, battling to the end with her head held high: Iowa won’t see the likes of Clark again, but oh, how it has had someone to take ...
thegazette.com/iowa-basketball/caitlin-clark-leaves-iowa-her-way-battling-to-the-end-with-her-head-hung-high/
Quick Glance: Record Audience at NCAA Women's Championship
- South Carolina's victory over Caitlin Clark and Iowa in Sunday's women's NCAA championship game garnered a preliminary average viewership of 18.7 million on ABC and ESPN.
- Nielsen's final numbers on Tuesday may reveal an increase in viewership.
- It marks the most-watched basketball game since 2019, when the men's NCAA title game between Virginia and Texas Tech averaged 19.6 million viewers on CBS.
- The women's final also recorded the highest viewership for a Sunday afternoon sporting event on ESPN and ABC since early 2021.
Caitlin Clark signs eight-year Nike deal worth $28 million: report: The $28 million, eight-year Nike deal is worth exponentially more than Caitlin Clark's base ...
businessinsider.com/caitlin-clark-signs-eight-year-nike-deal-worth-28-million-2024-4
Iowa Will Retire Caitlin Clark's No. 22 After Historic Collegiate Career: The Iowa women's basketball program announced on Wednesday that it will officially ...
si.com/college/2024/04/10/iowa-retire-caitlin-clark-no-22-jersey
Quick Glance: Caitlin Clark Honored for Historic Collegiate Career in Iowa
- The Iowa women's basketball program announced the official retirement of jersey No. 22 in recognition of Caitlin Clark, following the conclusion of her college career on Sunday with the Hawkeyes' loss to South Carolina in the NCAA tournament national championship game.
- Moving forward, no Iowa players will wear the iconic No. 22 jersey. Clark now joins Megan Gustafson (No. 10) as one of the three players from the Iowa women's basketball team to have her number retired.
- The decision was revealed by Iowa's Athletics Director, Beth Goetz, on Wednesday night at the Carver-Hawkeye Arena in the presence of Clark and the fans.
- Clark has officially entered the WNBA draft scheduled for Monday, April 15. She is anticipated to be the top pick, selected by the Indiana Fever.
Chicago Sky select LSU women's hoops star Angel Reese with No. 7 pick in WNBA draft
theadvocate.com/baton_rouge/sports/lsu/chicago-sky-select-lsus-angel-reese-with-no7-pick/article_a0cd9c1e-6e61-57e2-be3d-a2d394f25bc0.html
Apple close to finalizing deal with FIFA over TV rights for new tournament, NYT reports
reuters.com/business/media-telecom/apple-close-finalizing-deal-with-fifa-over-tv-rights-new-tournament-nyt-reports-2024-04-22/
S’pore’s Kai Minejima-Lee and Isabelle Koh strike gold at World Cup of Indoor Skydiving
straitstimes.com/sport/singapore-s-kai-minejima-lee-and-isabelle-koh-win-gold-at-world-cup-of-indoor-skydiving
South African butts rated biggest in the world: It's bottoms up for Mzansi as we top the list of biggest booties in the world
timeslive.co.za/lifestyle/2024-04-12-south-african-butts-rates-number-1-in-the-world/
On the day UK introduced Mark Pope, it was Kentucky fans who made a statement
kentucky.com/sports/spt-columns-blogs/mark-story/article287673890.html
Quick Glance: Enthusiastic Kentucky Fans Welcome Mark Pope as New Wildcats Coach at Rupp Arena
- Mark Pope's debut game as Kentucky's coach is still over six months away. However, the manner in which fans packed Rupp Arena for his unveiling as UK's new men's basketball coach would surprise those unfamiliar with the sport's calendar, considering the 2024-25 season doesn't commence until November.
- Rupp Arena accommodates 20,500 spectators. The lower section of the venue features 10,000 theater-style seats, all of which were occupied. The upper section, with an additional 10,500 seats, took longer to fill, but by the time Pope was formally introduced at 4:54 p.m. on Sunday, not a single seat was vacant.
- All of this to greet back a beloved figure.
- "We witness these introductory press conferences frequently," Pope remarked. "No individual worldwide has ever witnessed a spectacle like this."
Taiwanese gymnast wins gold in run-up to Paris Olympics: Bringing Taiwan to the World and the World to Taiwan
taipeitimes.com/News/front/archives/2024/04/22/2003816766
Caitlin Clark selected by Indiana Fever with No. 1 pick in 2024 WNBA Draft: In elementary school, she wrote down one of her future goals: to make the WNBA ...
theathletic.com/5417306/2024/04/15/caitlin-clark-wnba-draft-indiana-fever-first-pick-basketball/
Quick Glance: Caitlin Clark's Eventful WNBA Draft Week
- Caitlin Clark, the NCAA Division I all-time leading scorer, had a whirlwind week before the WNBA Draft, signaling just the beginning of her promising career.
- From the national championship to "SNL" to the Empire State Building and the draft, Clark is celebrated as one of the most sought-after and scrutinized rookies in the WNBA.
- After a series of events within eight days, including appearances on "Saturday Night Live", meetings, and honors, Clark looks forward to starting her professional career with the Indiana Fever.
- With a 190 percent increase in ticket prices and a massive fan response upon her arrival at the Fever, Clark and the team have high hopes for a successful season and a return to the playoffs.
Best photos from the 2024 NHL playoffs: The 2024 NHL Stanley Cup playoffs are underway. Here are the best photos from the postseason action.
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Caitlin Clark Crashes SNL to Shame Michael Che for Hating on Women’s Sports: The “Weekend Update” co-anchor got brutally roasted to his face by the NCAA ...
thedailybeast.com/caitlin-clark-crashes-snl-to-shame-michael-che-for-hating-on-womens-sports
Quick Glance: Caitlin Clark Impresses on Saturday Night Live
- Caitlin Clark appears on 'Saturday Night Live,' thanking WNBA icons who paved the way
- Clark joined Michael Che to discuss the WNBA Draft, where the top pick was in New York City.
- She expressed gratitude to past players for their WNBA contributions and gifted Che a signed apron.
- Clark concluded by honoring predecessors who paved the way in the WNBA and presented Che with a signed apron as a token of appreciation.
6 sixes in an over in T20s: Nepal's Dipendra Airee becomes 3rd player to accomplish feat - News | Khaleej Times
khaleejtimes.com/sports/cricket/6-sixes-in-an-over-in-t20s-nepals-dipendra-airee-becomes-3rd-player-to-accomplish-feat
Quick Glance: Dipendra Singh Airee Makes History in T20Is
- Dipendra Singh Airee became only the third player to hit six sixes in an over in a T20I against Qatar.
- Airee scored 64 runs in 21 balls, including three fours and seven sixes.
- Airee previously held the record for the fastest T20I fifty in nine balls against Mongolia.
- Airee also hit five sixes in one over and one more in the next over, hitting sixes in consecutive balls.
IPL 2024: Jaiswal sends timely reminder ahead of T20 World Cup - News | Khaleej Times
khaleejtimes.com/sports/cricket/ipl-2024-jaiswal-sends-timely-reminder-ahead-of-t20-world-cup
Reed Sheppard will enter the NBA draft. His Kentucky career is over.: Kentucky basketball star Reed Sheppard will enter the 2024 NBA draft and does not plan to ...
kentucky.com/sports/college/kentucky-sports/uk-basketball-men/article287302460.html
South Carolina’s win over Iowa draws record 18.7 million viewers, most watched basketball game since 2019
theathletic.com/5400210/2024/04/08/south-carolina-iowa-caitlin-clark-viewership-record/
Chinese pianist Lang Lang gets star on Hollywood Walk of Fame: His inclusion places him among a select group of Asian artistes like Bruce Lee ...
straitstimes.com/life/arts/chinese-pianist-lang-lang-gets-star-on-hollywood-walk-of-fame
New FIFA Club World Cup a 'great opportunity' for African teams - Drogba | Africanews
africanews.com/2024/04/19/new-fifa-club-world-cup-is-a-great-opportunity-for-african-teams-drogba/
South African butts rated biggest in the world: It's bottoms up for Mzansi as we top the list of biggest booties in the world
timeslive.co.za/lifestyle/2024-04-12-south-african-butts-rates-number-1-in-the-world/
Quick Glance: South African Butts Rated Biggest in the World
- South Africa tops the list of the biggest butts in the world in the latest research.
- South Africa's successful athletes have won the Rugby World Cup and a mixed martial arts trophy in recent years.
- The size of the buttocks fluctuates with fashion trends, but genetics play the most significant role.
- South Africa's butts have long been a symbol of posteriors. Researchers at Gitnux evaluated the top 15 countries with the biggest buttocks, with South Africa leading the list.
'I'll do everything I can to be on that flight to the World Cup': In six innings, Karthik has racked up 226 runs at an average of 75.33 and a strike-rate of 205 ...
thedailystar.net/sports/cricket/news/ill-do-everything-i-can-be-flight-the-world-cup-3591811
Courtney Walsh: Zimbabwe hire West Indies legend to help Women's T20 World Cup bid
bbc.com/sport/africa/68838371
Bok star Cheslin Kolbe continues to embrace responsibility — on and off the field
dailymaverick.co.za/article/2024-04-21-cheslin-kolbe-continues-to-embrace-responsibility-on-and-off-field/
Chiney Ogwumike: The New Generation Of Women's Basketball Has The Spotlight Like Never Before
womenshealthmag.com/fitness/a60403602/chiney-ogwumike-womens-final-four/
Qatar crowned ‘World’s Best Airport,’ UAE’s Dubai airport ups position to seventh
english.alarabiya.net/News/world/2024/04/18/qatar-crowned-world-s-best-airport-uae-s-dubai-airport-ups-position-to-seventh
Quick Glance: Challenges faced by Dubai Airport after heavy rainfall
- Dubai International Airport is in disarray following heavy rainfall, resulting in flooded runways.
- Numerous stranded passengers are waiting in terminals due to flight cancellations and delays.
- Emirates and Flydubai are apologizing to affected passengers and working to restore flight operations.
- The United Arab Emirates are dealing with the consequences of extreme rainfall causing traffic disruptions and damages in various cities.
Messi in Mexico: Why Inter Miami’s squandered opportunity is also a loss for MLS: Messi's first competitive club match in Mexico had all the atmosphere of a big ...
theathletic.com/5410800/2024/04/12/messi-inter-miami-monterrey-mls/
Quick Glance: Inter Miami and Monterrey: Nationalism and Rivalry
- Tunnel altercation escalates rivalry before crucial Concacaf match.
- Monterrey manager hints at Messi influencing the game.
- Messi irked by disrespectful comments from Van Gaal and Ortiz.
- Messi and Inter Miami confront Monterrey's coach and staff.
U.S. Basketball Writers Association will name women's coaching award after UConn's Geno Auriemma
apnews.com/article/auriemma-award-coach-uconn-5d3d55b5a30074864a4dedde42b34905
Quick Glance: U.S. Basketball Writers Association Honors UConn's Geno Auriemma with Coaching Award Recognition
- The U.S. Basketball Writers Association revealed the decision to name their annual women's national coach of the year award after Geno Auriemma from UConn.
- Having just concluded his 39th season at the school, the 70-year-old coach led the Huskies to their 23rd Final Four.
- Successfully guiding UConn to 11 national championships and six flawless seasons, he has been a standout recipient of the USBA award.
- Auriemma's impressive record of 1,213-162 places him second on the all-time Division I wins list, trailing only three games behind Stanford's Tara VanDerveer.
‘We have to beg for permission’: Why there isn’t more African talent in the Matildas
smh.com.au/sport/soccer/we-have-to-beg-for-permission-why-there-isn-t-more-african-talent-in-the-matildas-20240418-p5fkpv.html
Women's NCAA title game outdraws the men's championship with an average of 18.9 million viewers
apnews.com/article/march-madness-ratings-iowa-clark-b592435cc286c75a7ac9278c97326ad8
Quick Glance: Women's NCAA Title Game Shines with Record Viewership
- South Carolina’s victory of 87-75 over Caitlin Clark and Iowa in the women’s NCAA championship game marks a historic moment. For the first time, the women's game surpassed the men's title game, achieving the second-highest viewership for a non-Olympic women's sporting event on U.S. television.
- The viewership for the Sunday afternoon game, which awarded the Gamecocks their fourth national title and denied Clark's Hawkeyes their first, peaked at 24.1 million during the final 15 minutes. Nielsen's figures include an estimate of individuals watching outside their homes, a metric not previously accounted for before 2020.
- The audience for the national title game increased by 90% compared to the previous year when Clark and Iowa faced off against LSU. Moreover, this was the inaugural occurrence since 1995 of the championship being broadcast on network television.
- During the Final Four, Clark emphasized the positive impact of audience growth on all women's sports, not solely basketball. Fox broadcasted 14 women's games this season, including three in prime time, NBC featured two, and CBS televised the Big Ten tournament championship. ABC presented five regular-season games and nine during the NCAA Tournament.
IPL 2024: Warner reveals why big hitters could struggle at T20 World Cup - News | Khaleej Times
khaleejtimes.com/sports/cricket/ipl-2024-warner-reveals-why-big-hitters-could-struggle-at-t20-world-cup
Cricket, a big business in India, brings star power to the U.S. with the country's first world cup
cnbc.com/2024/04/21/cricket-big-business-in-india-brings-star-power-to-us-with-world-cup.html
Caitlin Clark Poised to Land Eight-Figure Deal, Signature Shoe With Nike, per Report
si.com/wnba/2024/04/17/caitlin-clark-nike-shoe-deal-report
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The curling stones of the Schaffhausen World Cup are on the move: The yellow and red stones that curled elegantly or powerfully across the ice at the men's World ...
shn.ch/sport/wintersport/2024-04-10/die-curlingsteine-der-schaffhauser-wm-sind-auf-reisen
"Don't wait for an offer": Mesut Özil explains why he pumps up his body: Unlike Tim Wiese, Mesut Özil is not planning a trip to the wrestling ring ...
n-tv.de/sport/fussball/Mesut-Ozil-erklaert-warum-er-seinen-Koerper-aufpumpt-article24888412.html
Wait, Caitlin Clark Is Only Getting Paid $76,000?: College basketball’s leading scorer became the No. 1 pick in the WNBA draft on Monday night ...
wsj.com/sports/basketball/caitlin-clark-salary-wnba-indiana-fever-9881ecdd
Matildas’ next big crowning moment could be coming to Sydney: Sydney is in the box seat to host the final of the 2026 Women’s Asian Cup after NSW was announced ...
smh.com.au/sport/soccer/matildas-next-big-crowning-moment-could-be-coming-to-sydney-20240421-p5flgw.html
LEONARD GREENE: Caitlin Clark’s paltry $76K salary shows WNBA players deserve more money
nydailynews.com/2024/04/21/leonard-greene-caitlin-clarks-paltry-76k-salary-shows-wnba-players-deserve-more-money/
Narine rules out shock return for T20 World Cup: Narine retired from international cricket towards the end of last year, but has been in excellent touch during ...
thedailystar.net/sports/cricket/news/narine-rules-out-shock-return-t20-world-cup-3593431
Indian Express T20 World Cup ladder: Jaiswal back in top 5, Hardik struggles in week 5 of our rankings
indianexpress.com/article/sports/cricket/t20-world-cup-ladder-yashasvi-jaiswal-kardik-pandya-9286466/
Will Africa ever host the Olympic Games as Egypt prepares 2036 bid?: The 2024 Olympic Games in Paris are 100 days away, but Africa has never hosted the world's ...
bbc.com/sport/africa/68817809
Caitlin Clark Had Such a Classy Gesture for Iowa Teammates At End of 'SNL' Appearance
si.com/college/2024/04/14/caitlin-clark-iowa-teammates-snl
Australia's Marsh returns home from IPL following injury: Delhi Capitals all-rounder Mitchell Marsh has returned home after suffering a hamstring niggle in the ...
reuters.com/sports/cricket/australias-marsh-returns-home-ipl-following-injury-2024-04-14/
Brazil World Cup winner Romario, 58, comes out of retirement to sign for club: Brazil's World Cup winner Romario has come out of retirement to sign for ...
metro.co.uk/2024/04/17/brazil-world-cup-winner-romario-58-comes-retirement-sign-club-20663392/
Richest Middle East Families: Qatar’s Al Thanis Use $150 Billion for Influence: The Al Thani family’s fortune is poised to swell alongside the expansion of the ...
bloomberg.com/news/features/2024-04-13/richest-middle-east-families-qatar-s-al-thanis-use-150-billion-for-influence
Paid articlePaid FIFA President Gianni Infantino told MLS owners to ‘be bold’ with spending: In an informal conversation with the league's board, Infantino emphasized the need ...
theathletic.com/5411288/2024/04/12/gianni-infantino-mls-owners-spending/
No matter the decision, Kentucky basketball fans need to give Reed Sheppard a break
kentucky.com/sports/spt-columns-blogs/john-clay/article287757090.html
Hawkeye women’s basketball celebration planned for Wednesday at Carver: 6 p.m. event will honor 2024 historic NCAA finals run
thegazette.com/iowa-hawkeyes/hawkeye-womens-basketball-celebration-planned-for-wednesday-at-carver/
South Carolina's Dawn Staley is AP coach of the year: Dawn Staley did a masterful job guiding a young South Carolina team back to the Final Four undefeated for ...
apnews.com/article/march-madness-staley-f231d31902adb0f9bcffbf942a43f6f6
Quick Glance: Dawn Staley: AP Coach of the Year
- Dawn Staley expertly guided South Carolina to the Final Four undefeated for the second consecutive season.
- Staley was honored as the AP Coach of the Year for the second time, joining an elite group of multiple award winners.
- She has transformed South Carolina's program into a powerhouse, advocating for gender equity and opportunities for women, and displaying strong support for her players.
The Big Number: $76,535: A look at why Caitlin Clark, the star women's basketball player, will be paid so little as a player for the Indiana Fever.
nytimes.com/interactive/2024/04/19/business/caitlin-clark-salary.html
No place for Hardik Pandya, Shubman Gill as Ajit Agarkar sent brand new 'Virat Kohli should open in T20 WC' suggestion
hindustantimes.com/cricket/no-place-for-hardik-pandya-shubman-gill-ajit-agarkar-virat-kohli-should-open-t20-world-cup-suggestion-simon-doull-101712916729114.html
Caitlin Clark Got the Coolest ’Ted Lasso’ Gift From Jason Sudeikis: The Iowa Hawkeyes star received a Ted Lasso-themed gift from actor Jason Sudeikis on Friday.
si.com/college/2024/04/13/caitlin-clark-iowa-coolest-ted-lasso-gift-jason-sudeikis
After the fire in Arnstadt: Olympic champion Lange donates his first World Championship gold
thueringer-allgemeine.de/leben/vermischtes/article242114494/Nach-Brand-in-Arnstadt-Olympiasieger-Lange-spendet-erstes-WM-Gold.html
LeBron James headlines Team USA’s 2024 Paris Olympics men’s basketball squad: USA Basketball unveiled the player roster Wednesday for the men’s team that will ...
cnn.com/2024/04/17/sport/lebron-james-headlines-usa-2024-paris-olympics-mens-basketball-squad-spt-intl/
Kentucky to hire Mark Pope: BYU coach, 1996 Wildcats player agrees to take over for John Calipari
cbssports.com/college-basketball/news/kentucky-to-hire-mark-pope-byu-coach-1996-wildcats-player-agrees-to-take-over-for-john-calipari/
2026 World Cup Qualifier: Benin Republic To Host Super Eagles In Abidjan: The Squirrels of Benin Republic will host the Super Eagles of Nigeria in a 2026 FIFA ...
completesports.com/2026-world-cup-qualifier-benin-republic-to-host-super-eagles-in-abidjan/
Springboks confirm their Test fixture list for the rest of the year | Africanews: The four-times Rugby World Cup champions will play 13 Test matches over the ...
africanews.com/2024/04/22/springboks-confirm-their-test-fixture-list-for-the-rest-of-the-year/
Paris 2024: Triathlon swimming could be cancelled because of poor water quality: The swimming leg of the triathlon could be cancelled if heavy rain affects water ...
bbc.com/sport/olympics/68777061
IU basketball transfer portal additions continue with Stanford guard Kanaan Carlyle
indystar.com/story/sports/college/indiana/2024/04/20/indiana-basketball-adds-stanford-kanaan-carlyle-transfer-portal-iu-hoosiers-roster-mike-woodson/73378466007/
IPL heroics sees Narine in West Indies sights for T20 World Cup: Narine has been one of the surprise packets of the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) seasons ...
thedailystar.net/sports/cricket/news/ipl-heroics-sees-narine-west-indies-sights-t20-world-cup-3588871
This could be a big week as Mark Pope builds UK’s roster. ‘You’ll need a little patience.’
kentucky.com/sports/college/kentucky-sports/uk-basketball-men/article287883505.html
Caitlin Clark's early play in WNBA will be her tryout for a roster spot on US Olympic women's team
apnews.com/article/olympics-2024-paris-games-caitlin-clark-1169bcc4b2f3db5cf635031fea28bd0c
Kentucky and John Calipari were stuck. Arkansas saved them from themselves.: John Calipari and Kentucky were about to give it one more go. Arkansas saved them ...
theathletic.com/5399826/2024/04/08/john-calipari-kentucky-arkansas-good-move/
Quick Glance: Arkansas Saves Kentucky and John Calipari
- John Calipari and Kentucky were on the brink of giving it one more shot. Arkansas saved them from themselves - and that's good for everyone.
- The relationship between the 65-year-old Hall of Fame coach and the elite program was not just dull but also burdensome. When athletic director Mitch Barnhart and Calipari sat for a local television interview last month to assure fans that they were on the same page and committed to getting the Wildcats back on top, it seemed more like a hostage video.
- Arkansas and its billionaire supporters unexpectedly intervened to recruit the coach nobody else pursued and offer him a compensation beyond what others could provide. Everyone benefits. Perhaps not the Razorbacks - time will tell - but certainly Calipari and Kentucky. He was in desperate need of a fresh start, as were the Wildcats. After failing to reach the second weekend of the NCAA Tournament for the fourth consecutive year, the individual who led Kentucky to seven Elite Eights, four Final Fours, and a national title in his initial decade came to a realization.
- This is not intended to diminish Calipari's past achievements at Kentucky. He revitalized the Cats, contributed to their national title, and kept UK in contention for a championship nearly every year during his remarkable first ten years. He served as a positive influence in the state, demonstrating his philanthropy in times of crisis. This is about recognizing that since 2020, Calipari was tarnishing this legacy. It's about acknowledging that both sides knew the journey had come to an end and it was time to step away. Just when it seemed that Calipari and Kentucky were considering another attempt, Arkansas intervened and rescued them from themselves.
Nigeria, Zambia women win playoffs to take last two Olympic spots: Zambia and Nigeria locked up the last two spots in the women's soccer tournament at the Paris ...
reuters.com/sports/soccer/nigeria-zambia-women-win-playoffs-take-last-two-olympic-spots-2024-04-10/
How SA footballers can avoid financial struggles and keep scoring after retirement
timeslive.co.za/sunday-times-daily/sport/2024-04-22-how-sa-footballers-can-avoid-financial-struggles-and-keep-scoring-after-retirement/
Biden Weighs in on Caitlin Clark Salary Debate After WNBA Draft: President Biden’s remarks on the issue came shortly after Caitlin Clark, the University of Iowa ...
nytimes.com/2024/04/17/us/politics/caitlin-clark-salary-biden.html
In the unending war between Calipari and Pitino, Ricky P. has won the latest battle
kentucky.com/sports/spt-columns-blogs/mark-story/article287796785.html
Letters to the Editor: Did Crafts’ booster power unduly influence Coach Cal’s departure?
kentucky.com/opinion/letters-to-the-editor/article287603510.html
Taiwan's Tang Chia-hung wins gold at gymnastics' Doha World Cup - Focus Taiwan: Taiwanese gymnast Tang Chia-hung (唐嘉鴻) won a gold medal in the horizontal bar ...
focustaiwan.tw/sports/202404210002
Yulo snares Doha Worlds bars gold; PH qualifies two more for Paris Olympics: Carlos Yulo’s initial plans of scouting the Olympics opposition in the FIG Artistic ...
sports.inquirer.net/562620/yulo-snares-doha-worlds-bars-gold-ph-qualifies-two-more-for-paris-olympics
Former Indiana State basketball center Robbie Avila commits to Josh Schertz, Saint Louis
indystar.com/story/sports/college/2024/04/20/indiana-state-basketball-center-robbie-avila-commits-to-saint-louis-josh-schertz/73398589007/
Delay In Appointing Next Coach May Affect Eagles’ 2026 World Cup Qualifying Chances –Sodje Warns NFF
completesports.com/delay-in-appointing-next-coach-may-affect-eagles-2026-world-cup-qualifying-chances-sodje-warns-nff/
Egypt's women rappers fight for place in rising scene: Egyptian rapper Dareen is a whirlwind of sharp verses and curly hair on stage ...
al-monitor.com/originals/2024/04/egypts-women-rappers-fight-place-rising-scene
Win the T20 World Cup, Rashid Latif tells Pakistan team after captaincy controversy - News | Khaleej Times
khaleejtimes.com/sports/cricket/win-the-t20-world-cup-rashid-latif-tells-pakistan-team-after-captaincy-controversy
Fit-again Kuldeep back in elements in return to IPL action: Delhi Capitals spinner Kuldeep Yadav made a match-winning contribution in his return to action in the ...
reuters.com/sports/cricket/fit-again-kuldeep-back-elements-return-ipl-action-2024-04-13/
Why many WNBA players leave the U.S. to supplement their incomes: Caitlin Clark's relatively low salary of $76,535 in her first year in the pros sheds light on ...
nbcnews.com/news/sports/many-wnba-players-leave-us-supplement-incomes-rcna148192
Gymnast Ting Hua-tien secures Paris Olympic berth - Focus Taiwan: Gymnast Ting Hua-tien (丁華恬) has earned a spot in the balance beam event at the 2024 Paris ...
focustaiwan.tw/sports/202404230019
Watch this basketball coach surprise his students after his year-long deployment: A former dean and basketball coach shocked his students with surprise reunions.
usatoday.com/story/life/militarykind/2024/04/22/deployed-coach-shock-his-students/73385283007/
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