By Uncle Tom George 1/22/2024 NEW ORLEANS – The MAC-SBC Challenge—a scheduling alliance in the sports of men’s and women’s basketball—will tip off with a second round of matchups beginning Saturday, February 10. The games will feature 12 Sun Belt Conference (SBC) men’s basketball programs […]
Month: January 2024
Columbus Fury News: Jenna Rosenthal from Marquette is first signing
By Annie Walker Columbus, Ohio – Professional volleyball veteran Jenna Rosenthal became the first player to sign a contract with the Columbus Fury, the team announced on Monday. Rosenthal has played four professional seasons, including this past spring’s Athletes Unlimited tour. Rosenthal was also the first […]
Mid-American Conference News: February Matchups Announced for 2023-24 MAC-SBC Challenge
By Uncle Tom George 01.22.2024 CLEVELAND — The MAC-SBC Challenge — a scheduling alliance in the sports of men’s and women’s basketball — has announced its February pairings. The second MAC-SBC Challenge contest for each team will take place on Saturday, Feb. 10 and Sunday, Feb. […]
UC Bearcats visit venerable Allen Fieldhouse and #7 Kansas Jayhawks tonight at 9 pm, ESPN; sixth straight Top 25 team ‘Cats are facing
By Stretch Jenkinson 1 22. 2024 GAME NOTES https://gobearcats.com/documents/2024/1/21/2023-24_Game_Notes_at_KU.pdf CINCINNATI — The Cincinnati men’s basketball team will take center stage in the Sunflower State for ESPN’s Big Monday against the Kansas Jayhawks. Tip-off is at 9 p.m. ET on ESPN. THE RUNDOWN Cincinnati flipped a […]
Daily Almanac for Monday, January 22, 2024
By Marie Reader FROM WIKIPEDIA COMMONS Linda Denise Blair (born January 22, 1959) is an American actress and activist. Known for her work in the horror genre, she first came to prominence with her portrayal of Regan MacNeil in The Exorcist (1973), for which she won a Golden Globe Award and received a nomination […]
International Ice Hockey Federation News: Israeli National Team will be allowed to compete in upcoming 2024 IIHF WM20IIIA in Bulgaria
By Sasha Colcheck 17 JAN 2024 Following recent exchanges and extensive discussions with all involved stakeholders, the IIHF has received from the Ministry of Youth and Sport in Bulgaria and the related Organizing Committee the required confirmation for the safety and security support needed […]
ICYMI, NHL Morning Skate – Saturday, January 13, 2024
By Sasha Colcheck NHL Public Relations January 13, 2024 * Saturday will be packed with announcements for the 2024 NHL All-Star Weekend, including the unveiling of the 12 additional players selected via fan vote across ABC/ESPN+ (during first intermission of the Rangers–Capitals game at 1 p.m. […]
Statement from the National Hockey League IIHL announcements regarding Israeli National Team’s eligibility
By Sasha Colcheck NEW YORK (January 13, 2024) – The National Hockey League released the following statement: “The NHL has significant concerns with the announcement from the IIHF on Wednesday regarding the Israeli National Team’s eligibility for, and participation in, upcoming IIHF events. We expressed those […]
NHL News: 2024 NHL All-Star Skills presented by DraftKings Sportsbook Format and Rules
By Sasha Colcheck NHL Public Relations January 13, 2024 NEW YORK (Jan. 13, 2024) – The National Hockey League (NHL) today announced additional details for the 2024 NHL All-Star Skills presented by DraftKings Sportsbook, which will take place at 7 p.m. ET on Friday, Feb. […]
NHL News: Fans Finalize the NHL All-Star Roster through the 2024 NHL All-Star Fan Vote presented by MassMutual; NHL Announces First 10 All-Stars Competing for $1 Million Prize in 2024 NHL All-Star Skills presented by DraftKings Sportsbook
By Sasha Colcheck Fan Vote Will Determine the Final Two Skills Competitors NHL Public Relations January 13, 2024 NEW YORK (Jan. 13, 2024) – NHL fans have completed the 2024 NHL All-Star roster, voting 12 Players to the 2024 NHL All-Star Weekend, Feb. 1-3 in […]
NHL News: NHL and adidas Reveal 2024 NHL All-Star Jerseys
By Sasha Colcheck Midseason Showcase of the Best Players in the NHL Will Feature All-Stars in Vibrant Colors, Created in Collaboration with drew house NHL Public Relations January 13, 2024 NEW YORK / TORONTO (Jan. 13, 2024) – The National Hockey League (NHL) and adidas today unveiled the jerseys 44 of […]
ICYMI, NHL Morning Skate – Sunday, January 14, 2024
By Sasha Colcheck NHL Public Relations January 14, 2024 * NHL fans have completed the 2024 NHL All-Star roster, voting 12 Players to the 2024 NHL All-Star Weekend through the 2024 NHL All-Star Fan Vote presented by MassMutual. More than 36 million votes were cast […]
NHL News: NHL Announces Head Coaches for 2024 NHL All-Star Weekend
By Sasha Colcheck NHL Public Relations January 14, 2024 NEW YORK (Jan. 14, 2024) – The National Hockey League announced today that Jim Montgomery of the Boston Bruins (Atlantic), Rick Bowness of the Winnipeg Jets (Central), Peter Laviolette of the New York Rangers (Metropolitan) and Rick Tocchet of the Vancouver Canucks (Pacific) will serve as the head coaches for the 2024 NHL® All-Star […]
NHL News: Avalanche’s Nichushkin to Receive Care from NHL/NHLPA Player Assistance Program
By Sasha Colcheck TORONTO/NEW YORK (Jan. 15, 2024) – The National Hockey League and National Hockey League Players’ Association announced today that forward Valeri Nichushkin of the Colorado Avalanche will be unavailable to his Club for an indefinite period while he receives care from the Player Assistance Program […]
NHL News: NHL & PWHL Announce Rosters For The Canadian Tire PWHL 3-On-3 Showcase™
By Sasha Colcheck Campbell-Pascall To Coach Team King; Duggan To Coach Team Kloss NHL Public Relations January 15, 2024 TORONTO (January 15, 2024) – The National Hockey League and the Professional Women’s Hockey League announced today the rosters for the Canadian Tire PWHL 3-on-3 Showcase™, taking […]
ICYMI, NHL Morning Skate – Tuesday, January 16, 2024
By Sasha Colcheck NHL Public Relations January 16, 2024 * Marc-Andre Fleury foiled the Islanders at Xcel Energy Center to pass Patrick Roy for sole possession of second place on the NHL’s all-time wins list. * Fleury’s former teammate Mark Stone scored his first hat trick since the Golden Knights’ Stanley Cup-clinching […]
NHL News: Update to the 2023-24 NHL Regular-Season Schedule
By Sasha Colcheck NEW YORK (Jan. 16, 2024) – The National Hockey League announced today a start time change to the 2023-24 regular-season schedule: Game #720, Tampa Bay Lightning at Detroit Red Wings, scheduled for Jan. 21, will now begin at 7 p.m. ET. The complete 2023-24 […]
ICYMI, NHL News: NHL Morning Skate – Wednesday, January 17, 2024
By Sasha Colcheck NHL Public Relations January 17, 2024 * Ryan McLeod scored a late go-ahead goal against his hometown team to help the Oilers complete the comeback and extend their franchise-record winning streak to 11 games. * Kyle Connor and the Jets moved back into first place in the League standings, while […]
NHL News: The Stanley Cup, NHL Mascots and Autograph Signings Among Exciting Attractions Awaiting Fans Inside 2024 Hyundai NHL Fan Fair™
By Sasha Colcheck Four-Day Immersive Event with Over Two Dozen League Partners and Licensees Activating to Offer Fans the Ultimate 2024 NHL All-Star Weekend Experience; Tickets Available for Purchase Via NHL.com/FanFair NHL Public Relations January 17, 2024 NEW YORK (Jan. 17, 2024) – […]
NHL News: Multi-Platinum Chart-Topping Band AJR to Perform at 2024 Navy Federal Credit Union NHL Stadium Series Game on Sunday, February 18
By Sasha Colcheck Performance to Take Place at MetLife Stadium During First Intermission of New York Islanders and New York Rangers Game NHL Public Relations January 17, 2024 NEW YORK (January 17, 2024) – The National Hockey League (NHL) today announced the 2024 Navy Federal Credit […]