NBA: Mitchell, Clarkson combines for 63; Jazz downs Grizzlies by 16
SALT LAKE CITY (AP) — Donovan Mitchell went into attack mode on one possession after another against the Memphis Grizzlies. It opened a new level of offensive efficiency that lifted the Utah Jazz to another comfortable victory. Mitchell had 35 points and seven assists to lead the Jazz to a 126-110 win over the Grizzlies […]
Japan: Olympic torch relay begins in Fukushima
ANKARA – The torch relay for the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games started on Thursday in Japan’s northeastern prefecture of Fukushima. The opening ceremony was held at the J-Village football training center but without spectators due to the coronavirus pandemic. The Japanese women’s football team members, who bagged the 2011 FIFA Women’s World Cup, were the […]
MILO pursues drive to produce next generation of champs
MANILA – MILO Philippines continues to drive its lifelong legacy of energizing children through sports with the announcement of its new campaign, “Mula Noon, Hanggang Ngayon – Tuloy ang Pagiging Champion”, serving as the brand’s banner theme for 2021. The campaign was initially unveiled on television, the MILO Philippines Facebook page, and YouTube channel, highlighting […]
Sources: LaMarcus Aldridge to sign with the Brooklyn Nets
NEW YORK (AP) — The Nets aren’t finished bringing big names to Brooklyn. LaMarcus Aldridge is next after deciding Saturday to sign with the Nets for the remainder of the season, a person with knowledge of the details said. After reaching a buyout agreement with the San Antonio Spurs on Thursday, the veteran forward quickly […]
Who will dominate this year’s Predator League 2020/21 Grand Final?
As the Asia-Pacific Predator League 2020/21 Grand Final pushes through after a year of hiatus, teams who qualified for Predator League 2020 Grand Finals as well as organizations invited by Acer can finally display their skills in the upcoming online-only tournament. Given the circumstance and the scope of this year’s festivities, the competition is divided […]
NBA: Miami Heat to have vaccinated-only sections inside in the game venue
MIAMI (AP) — Vaccinated fans will soon have their own sections at Miami Heat games. The Heat announced plans Tuesday to open two sections in their lower bowl only for fully vaccinated fans starting with an April 1 game against Golden State. They are the first NBA team to reveal such a plan, though other […]
NBA: Charlotte Hornets’ LaMelo Ball gets surgery for broken wrist
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — The Hornets say rookie point guard LaMelo Ball underwent successful surgery on his fractured right wrist on Tuesday. Ball’s wrist will be immobilized and he’ll be reevaluated in four weeks, according a release from the team. The Hornets say additional updates will be provided at that time, although a person familiar […]
Marrok Force MMA Coach Will Aranguiz: Denice and Drex Zamboanga Destined to Be World Champions
Denice and Drex Zamboanga are two names MMA fans need to become familiar with, if they aren’t already. The brother-sister fighting tandem competing under the ONE Championship banner are two of the most exciting athletes in the promotion. Denice is the #1-ranked women’s atomweight in ONE, and Drex is a former regional champion chasing a […]
ONE The Apprentice: Lara Alvarez stands up to competition; fights on for young son
LARA Pearl Alvarez knew that joining The Apprentice: ONE Championship Edition would push her to her boundaries. But never did she imagine that this early in the competition, she’ll be in a sink-or-swim situation. Alvarez was one of the first three candidates to be sent to The Boardroom, alongside fellow Team Conquest members Alvin Ang […]
World Athletics launches campaign to shape future roadmap
PARIS – Athletics’ world governing body launched a Global Conversation survey campaign on Monday to help develop a “World Plan” for the sport over the rest of the decade. According to an official press release, World Athletics is inviting the entire international athletics community to participate in the Global Conversation to contribute insight and feedback. […]
