By Doc McElroy (COOPERSTOWN, NY) – The results of the 80th Baseball Writers’ Association of America Hall of Fame election will be revealed at 6 p.m. ET on Tuesday, Jan. 23, live from the Hall of Fame Plaque Gallery in Cooperstown. MLB Network will air extensive […]
Popular CBS TV Newsman Charles Osgood dead at 91
By R.G. Mason FROM WIKIPEDIA COMMONS Charles Osgood Wood III (January 8, 1933 – January 23, 2024), known professionally as Charles Osgood, was an American radio and television commentator, writer, and musician. Osgood was best known both for being the host of CBS News Sunday Morning, a role he […]
Daily Almanac for Tuesday, January 23, 2024
By Lady Houston FROM WIKIPEDIA COMMONS Mariska Magdolna Hargitay (/məˈrɪʃkə ˈhɑːrɡɪteɪ/; born January 23, 1964) is an American actress, director, producer and philanthropist. The daughter of bodybuilder and actor Mickey Hargitay and actress Jayne Mansfield, her accolades include a Golden Globe Award, two People’s Choice Awards, and a Primetime Emmy Award. Hargitay made her debut with an […]
Tony Stubblefield, follows past coaches out the door at DePaul, Dave Leitao twice, Jerry Wainwright, Oliver Purnell after not getting it done in tough Big East
By Brenda June Temple 1/22/2024 CHICAGO – DePaul Vice President and Director of Athletics DeWayne Peevy today announced a change in leadership of the DePaul men’s basketball program. Tony Stubblefield has been relieved of his duties as head coach amid his third season. “After evaluating the current […]
Columbus Fury announces Individual Match Tickets going on sale Thursday, February 1
By Annie Walker January 17, 2024 COLUMBUS, Ohio—The Columbus Fury individual match ticket sales for its inaugural season go on sale at 10 a.m. Thursday, February 1. All 12 Fury home matches will be played at Nationwide Arena. Tickets will be available through […]
Columbus Fury announces 24-Match 2024 Schedule
By Annie Walker COLUMBUS, Ohio— The Columbus Fury unveiled its 24-match regular season schedule for the inaugural 2024 Pro Volleyball Federation (PVF) season. The Fury is one of seven founding members of the PVF with home matches held at Nationwide Arena. The PVF is the premier […]
Columbus Fury Season Tickets On Sale
By Annie Walker COLUMBUS, OH – The Columbus Fury of the Pro Volleyball Federation announced its season ticket pricing for the inaugural season. Fans will have an opportunity to put down a deposit now to ensure their place in line to select seats once the […]
Ohio Bobcats Men’s Basketball News: Second Round Matchups for MAC-SBC Challenge Released
By Marisol Nicholson 1/22/2024 FOLLOW OHIO ATHLETICS: Facebook | Twitter | Instagram CLEVELAND, Ohio – The Mid-American and Sun Belt Conferences have announced matchups for the Feb. 10 MAC-SBC Challenge for both men’s and women’s basketball, the leagues announced today. Current NET rankings, projected season finish and previous cross-conference contests […]
Columbus Fury signs Franchise Player in Megan Courtney-Lust; Ohio native is from Dayton suburb of Kettering
By Annie Walker COLUMBUS, Ohio – The Columbus Fury announced the signing of world-champion volleyball player Megan Courtney. The professional outside hitter from Dayton, Ohio, brings a wealth of experience, expertise, and proven success at the highest levels. She is expected to serve as […]
Miami RedHawks News: Men’s Basketball to Play at Georgia State in MAC/Sun Belt Challenge
By Marisol Nicholson 1/22/2024 MAC SBC CHALLENGE https://miamiredhawks.com/documents/2024/1/22/MAC_SBC_Challenge_2nd_Game_MBB.pdf CLEVELAND, Ohio — The Miami University men’s basketball team will travel to Georgia State on Saturday, Feb. 10 as part of the MAC-Sun Belt Challenge, the conferences announced today. The RedHawks previously hosted Texas State in […]
Sun Belt Conference News: Two of League’s best teams, James Madison at App State Men’s Basketball January 27 Matchup to be shown on ESPN2/ESPNU
By Uncle Tom George NEW ORLEANS – The Sun Belt Conference, in conjunction with ESPN, announced that the Saturday, January 27 men’s basketball matchup between James Madison and App State will appear on either ESPN2 or ESPNU with a 6 p.m. ET / 5 p.m. […]
Columbus Fury CEO is veteran Sports Executive David Paitson, formally of Columbus Chill & Columbus Blue Jackets
By Annie Walker COLUMBUS, Ohio – The Columbus Fury named sports industry veteran and former Columbus Blue Jackets senior executive Dr. David Paitson as its Chief Executive Officer on Thursday, bringing the accomplished sports executive back to Columbus to oversee the establishment of the new Pro […]
Sun Belt Conference News: Matchups Announced for Second Round of MAC-SBC Challenge
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 […]
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 […]