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• The Rundown - World Championship Notes

I had no intention of adding another edition of The Rundown today, but there are a few people who once called U SPORTS home as they walked their respective hockey paths. The Women's World Championship is happening in Czechia right now, but there's another version of the tournament running in Great Britain as the Division 1, Group B World Championship is also being played while the Division 1, Grou...2025
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• India qualifies for World Group play-off with New Zealand

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• TENNIS | New Zealand ensures qualification with fourth win

Vaidehi Chaudhari and Shrivalli Bhamidipaty play with confidence and grit to win their singles matches, to ensure a third victory for India...2025
• MVP Signs Unified Super Bantamweight World Champ – First Opponent Revealed

Most Valuable Promotions continues to blaze a trail in women’s boxing. Since agreeing to a lifetime deal with Amanda Serrano they have added to their pool of female fighters with Alycia Baumgardner and unified bantamweight champion Dina Thorslund joining among others. To further enhance their standing at the forefront of boxing they have now announced the signings of IBF bantamweight world ...2025
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• Lulu does the star turn as New Zealand bounces back to down India

After Shrivalli gives the host a rousing star, the Kiwi player wins her singles match before pairing up with Monique to register the 2-1 win...2025
• CBS Sports announces Verne Lundquist’s Masters replacement on the 16th hole

The 16th hole at Augusta National Golf Club. | Photo by Jamie Squire/Getty Images Legendary broadcaster Verne Lundquist retired after the 2024 Masters and CBS Sports has found the man to replace him. In an emotional goodbye, the legendary Verne Lundquist bid farewell to Augusta National a year ago, which marked his 40th Masters broadcast. His two most famous calls will live in Augusta lore...2025
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• March Madness’ 50 best players, ranked for 2025 men’s NCAA tournament

Rob Kinnan-Imagn Images Let’s rank the best players in the 2025 men’s NCAA tournament College basketball is in a state of transition, and so too is the idea of the modern college basketball star. The defining players in the 2025 men’s NCAA tournament do not fit in any particular box. They come from every corner of the world, in all shapes and sizes, each with their own idiosyncratic stren...2025
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• F1 2025: Pre-season testing, explained

Photo by Emmanuele Ciancaglini/Getty Images Formula 1 returns this week with pre-season testing. Here’s what to expect Formula 1 is back. This week the entire grid will roar to life for the first time since the season-ending Abu Dhabi Grand Prix last year, which saw McLaren capture their first Constructors’ Championship 1998. The 2025 F1 season is shaping up to be a transformative campaign...2025
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• WWE reportedly sidelines Dakota Kai due to a concussion

Dakota Kai’s Instagram Unfortunately, Dakota Kai’s impressive-looking sell of a Zoey Stark missile dropkick during their tag match last Monday (Jan. 20) may have been more shoot than work. PWInsider first reported that WWE has taken Kai “off the road”, and that she’s not backstage for Raw today (Jan. 27) in Atlanta’s State Farm Arena. As for why, the site’s Mike Johnson writes: While we ha...2025
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• Opetaia vs Nyika: Live updates and results - 3 am ET

Jai Opetaia and David Nyika meet in a cruiserweight world title main event on DAZN! | Matchroom / DAZN Jai Opetaia and David Nyika meet in a cruiserweight world title main event on DAZN! The first major show of 2025 brings us Jai Opetaia and David Nyika fighting for Opetaia’s IBF cruiserweight title in a DAZN main event from Gold Coast, Australia. Prelims start at 2 am ET and the main card...2025
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• Fans upset after Naomi Osaka retired in the Auckland final: “What a shame feel for her”

Auckland, New Zealand – Fans were left heartbroken and disappointed after Naomi Osaka, the former world No. 1 and four-time Grand Slam champion, retired from the Auckland Classic final against Clara Tauson due to an abdominal injury. The match took a dramatic turn when Osaka, who had won the opening set 6-4, was forced to […]...2025
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• Jai Opetaia vs. David Nyika: Best Bets Revealed for Jan. 8

2025 is here, and it has been a slow start in the boxing world. But on January 8, the IBF cruiserweight king Jai Opetaia (26-0, 20 KOs) will return to action at the Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre against New Zealand fighter David Nyika (10-0, 9 KOs). If you’re looking for boxing best bets, this highly anticipated matchup offers plenty of opportunities. Nyika and Opetaia are fami...2025
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• UFC 305 Preview: 25 Tidbits, Facts And Storylines

After a lackluster event last week, Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) heads “Down Under” this weekend (Sat., Aug. 17, 2024) to RAC Arena in Perth, Australia, for UFC 305. In the pay-per-view (PPV) main event, Dricus Du Plessis defends his Middleweight belt for the first time against bitter African rival, Israel Adesanya. In UFC 305’s co-main event, former Flyweight title challenger, Steve Erceg...2024
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• Report: Boise State running back meeting with Seahawks in pre-draft visit

Photo by Tom Hauck/Getty Images George Holani played five seasons with the Broncos. The Seattle Seahawks haven’t had a reported official 30 visit with any running backs... until now. Gee Scott reports that Boise State running back George Holani will meet with the Seahawks on Tuesday (post was written on Monday, so “tomorrow” is referencing “today”). George Holani, RB from Boise State wil...2024
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• Big Blue View mailbag: Daniel Jones, Mike Kafka, comp picks, more questions

The mail’s here! Paul Lynch asks: I live in New Zealand so don’t get the amount of information you must have in the States, but I’ve been following the game since watching LT destroy teams in the ‘80s. With the whole QB issue (should we or shouldn’t we draft one) it got me thinking about the style of play the Giants (and most of the league) are trying to play, which by all accounts, everyone says ...2024
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• Arrowheadlines: Chiefs to share German marketing rights with 5 new clubs

Photo by Alex Grimm/Getty Images Chiefs headlines for Tuesday, March 26 The latest NFL’s Global Markets Program adds four new clubs, five new markets in 2024 | NFL.com FOUR NEW CLUBS: Cleveland Browns: Granted rights in Nigeria Detroit Lions: Granted rights across Austria, Canada, Germany and Switzerland Indianapolis Colts: Granted rights across Austria and Germany New York Giants: Grante...2024
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• Danica Patrick and Aaron Rodgers are having a blast in New Zealand

No Super Bowl, no problem for Aaron Rodgers. The Green Bay Packers quarterback is spending Super Bowl week on vacation in New Zealand with his girlfriend Danica Patrick....2019
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• DeMarcus Ware seems to be enjoying his golf-filled New Zealand vacation
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• Fan gets awesome James Harden tattoo on leg
James Harden, along with his amazing beard, has one of the most recognizable faces in the NBA right now. While the Rockets’ season has been nothing short of a disaster, Harden is still a player that NBA fans follow and can get behind. One particular fan likes him so much that he got a tattoo of Harden on his calf, beard and all. Rad day after photo my customer @dylan_kake sent me in natur...2016
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• Fan Gets Large, Detailed Portrait of James Harden Tattooed on Leg
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"They come from the most remote parts of the basketball universe: Ukraine, New Zealand, Australia, Estonia, Russia, the Bahamas, the state of Maine, and many more."

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"Shane van Gisbergen’s return to racing in New Zealand has started strong with a third place finish at Western Springs Speedway."

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"FIFA said it is giving away 20,000 free tickets for Women's World Cup games in Auckland, Hamilton, Wellington and Dunedin amid concerns about the slow pace of sales in New Zealand."

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"Rutherford represented New Zealand at both the 2012 and 2016 Olympic Games, and now is playing in her fourth lacrosse world championship."

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"USWNT thump New Zealand, but this team's still lacking something"

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"Australia and New Zealand have beaten Colombia to win the bid to host the 2023 Women's World Cup."

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"NASCAR Cup Series driver Kyle Larson is thankfully okay following a scary dirt track racing wreck in New Zealand earlier this week on Christmas Day."

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"Colorado Rapids sign New Zealand center back Tommy Smith from Ipswich Town"

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"Portland Thorns FC's Heath, Horan, Long named to U.S. roster for friendlies against New Zealand"

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"" Adams is from New Zealand, and Amick noted he came to the United States in 2012 to attend the University of Pittsburgh."

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"Rubio Rubin scored the game's only goal in the 58th minute, while former University of Maryland goalkeeper Zack Steffen saved a penalty kick in the 83rd minute to dramatically preserve the win in Wellington, New Zealand."

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"The popular song "Royals" by New Zealand artist Lorde is getting caught up in the fervor over the upcoming World Series between the San Francisco Giants and Kansas City Royals."

• Discover Te Arai Links: A New Landmark in New Zealand’s Golf Scene

Te Arai Links, nestled along New Zealand’s pristine North Island coastline, is a brand-new luxury resort redefining the standards for golf and relaxation. Just a 75-minute drive or a 25-minute helicopter flight from Auckland, Te Arai Links offers a fresh and unparalleled experience for golf enthusiasts. Te Arai Links boasts two exceptional, pure links-style golf […] The post Discover T...2025
• NFL global rights expansion unites Seahawks with Michael Dickson’s birthplace

Darren Yamashita-Imagn Images The man so diabolical he punted a ball twice is celebrating, probably. The NFL Owners meeting typically provides a few fun new nuggets while we painstakingly wait for the arrival of the NFL draft. Over the weekend, some new expansions were announced to the Global Markets Program Rights. This gives NFL teams permission to officially brand and market themselve...2025
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• March Madness’ 50 best players, ranked for 2025 men’s NCAA tournament
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• Latest Dallas Wings free agency acquisition makes for a USC reunion

Troy Wayrynen-Imagn Images McKenzie Forbes signed a training camp contract with the Wings — reuniting with her former coach, Chris Koclanes. The Dallas Wings have added another player to their roster after a busy summer of free agency — guard McKenzie Forbes, who was selected 28th overall by the Los Angeles Sparks last season. Let’s get it!! https://t.co/oopJ7OJCXS— Mckenzie Forbes ...2025
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• F1 2025: Pre-season testing, explained
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• Daniel Dubois vs Joseph Parker Odds and Best Prop Bets

On February 22, Daniel Dubois (22-2, 21 KOs) will defend his IBF world title against Joseph Parker (35-3, 23 KOs) at the Kingdom Arena, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Dubois vs Parker will be a part of the latest loaded Riyadh Season card available to watch through various PPV platforms. As we enter fight week for this historic card, we bring you the latest odds and the best prop bets for this fascinating ...2025
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• ‘It’s my chance’: Parker eager to become world champion by beating Dubois

Joseph Parker believes he’s a better boxer than Daniel Dubois and aims to prove it on fight night. | Photo by Richard Pelham/Getty Images Joseph Parker says he’s been waiting for another chance at a world title and will seize the opportunity against Daniel Dubois. Joseph Parker talks to Sky Sports ahead of his upcoming fight with Daniel Dubois about his thoughts on the fight and his oppone...2025
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• This crazy golf bag is unlike anything we’ve seen before

At the PGA Golf Show, New Zealand company Avgar unveiled one of the most unconventional golf bags on the market. The PGA Golf Show took place in Florida last week, the massive annual showcase of all the new equipment in golf this year. Among the notable innovations we spotted on social media was a golf bag from New Zealand company Avgar, which offers a radical departure from traditional designs. T...2025
• Jeff Jarrett Discusses Growing Pains Of AEW, Criticism Of The Company
AEW is entering its sixth year as a promotion, and has established itself as the number two promotion in the United States and the most successful wrestling promotion by many metrics since WCW. AEW is now in its Max era with AEW Dynamite and AEW Collision simulcasting on the streaming platform. With any success comes criticism from anyone with a voice. Speaking to Battle on the Battleground podc...2025
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• Jai Opetaia vs. David Nyika: Best Bets Revealed for Jan. 8
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• The Rundown - World Championship Notes
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• MVP Signs Unified Super Bantamweight World Champ – First Opponent Revealed
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• March Madness’ 50 best players, ranked for 2025 men’s NCAA tournament
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• Latest Dallas Wings free agency acquisition makes for a USC reunion
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• Major(s) News & Notes, February 27, 2025
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• Spain's Paula Badosa takes 'home'-court win at opener in Dubai

No. 9 Paula Badosa of Spain held her "home" court on Sunday to win her opening match at the Dubai Tennis Championships in the United Arab Emirates. Badosa posted a 6-3, 6-4 triumph over Lulu Sun of New Zealand, winning 87 percent of the points on her first serve....2025
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• Daniel Dubois vs Joseph Parker: Full Breakdown and Fight Details

On February 22 at the Kingdom Arena, Riyadh, Daniel Dubois (22-2, 21 KOs) will defend his IBF world title against Joseph Parker (35-3, 23 KOs). Dubois vs Parker will be an integral part of a loaded Riyadh Season card that will be available to watch through various PPV platforms. Ahead of this IBF title clash – we are bringing you a full breakdown of this intriguing heavyweight contest. Duboi...2025
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• 2024 Fightful Award Winners List
Indie Awards Indie Act of the Year: Matt Cardona Matt Cardona accepts the "Indie Act Of The Year" Fightful Award! pic.twitter.com/vSX6PiukFe — Fightful Wrestling (@Fightful) January 19, 2025 Company Awards Promotion of the Year: WWE Event of the Year: WWE WrestleMania Night 2 Booker of the Year: Triple H Storyline of the year: Swerve Strickland vs. Hangman, and Hangman's descent Media Awards...2025
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• CBS Sports announces Verne Lundquist’s Masters replacement on the 16th hole
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• FORMER PRISONER CLAIMS SPOT IN THE OPEN
Former motorcycle gang member Ryan Peake described his New Zealand Open triumph as a life-changing moment after victory booked his spot at the Open Championship. The Australian claimed a one-shot win at Millbrook Resort in Queenstown, shooting a final-round 66 to finish on 23 under par. Peake’s victory comes after he served five years in prison for assault when he was a part of the Rebels biker ga...2025
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• Shelton about his idol Gael Monfils after retirement from their match: “He is so impressive entertaing every one in Australia and New Zealand”

The tennis court was illuminated with electrifying energy as Gael Monfils and Ben Shelton opposed each other, marking a significant moment in the sports world. Shelton, with his rising promise and powerful shots, faced Monfils, the seasoned veteran known for his remarkable agility and vibrant charisma. The match was not just a competition; it was […]...2025
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• GoFundMe Opened To Help TK Cooper Apply For New Work Visa In The UK
TK Cooper is looking to stay in the UK. On Thursday, January 16, TK Cooper's girlfriend, Emily Royle, opened a GoFundMe page for an important cause, noting that she's looking to raise funds for Cooper as he attempts to renew his work visa in the UK. The GoFundMe post notes that Cooper is a citizen of New Zealand and will have to travel back to the country to apply for the new visa. As of publish t...2025
• Jeff Jarrett Discusses Growing Pains Of AEW, Criticism Of The Company
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• Naomi Osaka comments after reaching first final as mom in Auckland

Auckland, New Zealand – In a remarkable comeback, Naomi Osaka reached her first WTA final since 2022, and more importantly, her first as a mother. The four-time Grand Slam champion from Japan defeated Alycia Parks 6-4, 6-2 in the semifinals of the Auckland Classic on January 4, 2025. Osaka, who became a mother in 2023, […]...2025
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• ‘I’ll fight anyone to be the best’: Parker open to facing ‘great friend’ Fury

Joseph Parker says his friendship with Tyson Fury would not prevent a potential fight | Photo by Mark Robinson/Matchroom Boxing via Getty Images Joseph Parker says his friendship with Tyson Fury would not prevent a potential fight between them next year. Joseph Parker says he’s got no qualms with potentially facing his “great friend” Tyson Fury if the two win their upcoming fights. Fury is...2024
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• Big Blue View mailbag: Daniel Jones, Mike Kafka, comp picks, more questions
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• Shane van Gisbergen 1-on-1: 'I like being out of my comfort zone at the moment'

New Zealand native Shane van Gisbergen, who won his Cup debut last year in Chicago, discusses his current season ahead of the race at COTA....2024

• United States 1, Colombia 0 | U-20 World Cup Round of 16 Match Recap
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• FIFA offers free WWC tickets amid poor NZ sales

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• Australia, NZ to host 2023 Women's World Cup
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• U-20 World Cup: United States to meet Colombia in Round of 16 clash
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• Steven Adams Apologizes for Calling Warriors Guards 'Quick Little Monkeys'
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• Fan Gets Large, Detailed Portrait of James Harden Tattooed on Leg
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• Detroit Lions QB Matthew Stafford Caught Running Stairs on His Honeymoon
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• The Rise of Matthew Dellavedova, the Playoffs' Unlikeliest Star—and Biggest Pest
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• Monday Morning Hangover: Brock Osweiler's Time Is Now
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• Monday Morning Hangover: Every Team's 53-Man Roster Revealed!
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• The Case For Steven Adams To Start Over Enes Kanter For OKC Thunder
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• The Rundown - World Championship Notes
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• CBS Sports announces Verne Lundquist’s Masters replacement on the 16th hole
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• NFL global rights expansion unites Seahawks with Michael Dickson’s birthplace
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• SafetyCulture sponsoring Shane Van Gisbergen in eight races

When three-time Supercar Champion Shane van Gisbergen left his native New Zealand and came to America to pursue a NASCAR dream he brought along some of his friends, including global technology company SafetyCulture. SafetyCulture dipped its toe in the NASCAR waters as Trackhouse Racing‘s Official Workplace Operations Partner in 2024, while also serving a full […]...2025
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• March Madness’ 50 best players, ranked for 2025 men’s NCAA tournament
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• Latest Dallas Wings free agency acquisition makes for a USC reunion
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• F1 2025: Pre-season testing, explained
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• Daniel Dubois vs Joseph Parker Odds and Best Prop Bets
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• NASCAR's official 2025 Daytona 500 starting lineup in photos

Welcome to the 77th NASCAR Cup Series season, kicking off with the 67th running of the Daytona 500. What you'll want to know going into Sunday's race: This year's field for the 200-lapper features eight former winners of the race and nine NASCAR Cup Series champions, with drivers on the grid representing the countries of US, Mexico, New Zealand and Brazil — who are also all running with ...Keep re...2025
• Turf Travels: Liam’s Journey to Hyde Park

Welcome Our Turfgrass Intern: Liam BreganLiam BreganDear Members,We are thrilled to introduce Liam Bregan, who joins us from the Ohio Intern Program, who will be joining the Hyde Park Golf & Country Club team this April as a Turfgrass Intern for the season. Liam hails from a small town in England called Frinton-On-Sea, where he began his Greenkeeping career as an...2025
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• Safety First

While they're nowhere close to the likes of Canada, Sweden, Finland, or the US, I find it encouraging that a country like Australia has managed to climb through a number of levels of hockey on the international stage. After all, this is a country who is thought mostly to be in a warmer weather climate by those of us north of the equator, but Australia will see temperatures plunge to near-freezing ...2025
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• Fans upset after Naomi Osaka retired in the Auckland final: “What a shame feel for her”
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• Meet Team USA’s FIBA Basketball World Cup roster, featuring one of its youngest groups ever

Photo by Joe Amati/NBAE via Getty Images USA Basketball’s World Cup roster has tons of young talent, but no international experience. The United States is supposed to be the preeminent international power in men’s basketball, but the last FIBA World Cup issued a harsh reminder that rest of the globe is catching up. The Americans finished in seventh place in the 2019 FIBA World Cup, and sna...2023
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• Let’s make a FIFA-style World Cup of Hockey
Photo by Vaughn Ridley/World Cup of Hockey via Getty Images What if we had a best-on-best tournament on the scale of soccer? This weekend, the 22nd FIFA World Cup kicks off from Qatar, which was definitely not a controversial hosting decision. The World Cup is one of sports greatest spectacles, featuring 32 countries putting their best men forward to battle on the pitch. In 1996, the NHL a...2022
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• USWNT bounces back with win over New Zealand

The U.S. women's national team earned a much-needed win on Saturday when it topped New Zealand 6-1. The win marks the team's first in 2020 Olympic play and changes the subject from Wednesday's shocking loss to (...)...2021
• LIVE: USWNT’s Rapinoe, Lloyd, Ertz recalled for crucial game

After their shocking 3-0 loss to Sweden the United States bring Megan Rapinoe, Carli Lloyd and Julie Ertz back in to the starting XI against New Zealand....2021
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• Stephen Curry is the most dangerous man on the internet in New Zealand
Stephen Curry is considered one of the biggest athletes across the globe and his celebrity status could unintentionally cause harm. Despite him not committing any wrongdoings, the Golden State Warriors star point guard was named the most dangerous man on the internet in New Zealand. Similar to other big-name celebrities, Curry is a popular search […] The post Stephen Curry is the most danger...2020
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• Watch: Ja Morant just ended Aron Baynes with filthy poster
Memphis Grizzlies rookie guard and No. 2 overall pick Ja Morant is doing things early in his first NBA season. We saw that firsthand against the equally surprising Suns in Phoenix Wednesday night. Specifically, Suns center Aron Baynes was put on an absolute poster by Morant late in the game. With Memphis up by four and less than a minute left, Morant drove the lane. Baynes thought he had the guard...2019
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• NBA draft buzz building around LaMelo Ball
LaMelo Ball doesn’t mind a little campaigning in his effort to be the No. 1 pick in next year’s draft, writes Krysten Peek of Yahoo Sports. The buzz around Ball continues to grow as he strings together impressive performances in Australia’s National Basketball League. Over the weekend, he became the first NBL player since 2005 to post back-to-back triple doubles. “Most definitely,” Ball responded ...2019
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