Sports News – Newsletter for February 23, 2010
Tuesday, February 23, 2010
US, Canada make date for gold-medal showdown with big semifinal wins in women’s hockey
US, Canada advance to final game in women’s hockey
VANCOUVER, British Columbia – The final game in women’s Olympic hockey is no surprise: The Canadians and the Americans were the best teams going in, and they’ve earned the right to go out together with one game for gold.
A few hours after Monique Lamoureux scored three goals …. Original article : US, Canada make date for gold-medal showdown with big semifinal wins in women’s hockey.
Paes-Dlouhy enter Dubai Tennis Championships quarters
DUBAI – India’s Leander Paes and Czech Lukas Dlouhy have joined Mahesh Bhupathi and Max Mirnyi in the quarterfinals of the Dubai Tennis Championships.
The second-seeded Indo-Czech pair fought off a tough first set challenge from Polish pair Mariusz Frystenberg and Marcin Matkowski before winning 7-6(7), 6-3 here Monday.
Paes and Dlouhy now await the winners … Original article on : Paes-Dlouhy enter Dubai Tennis Championships quarters.
Olson hits 3-pointer with 5.4 seconds left as Seattle edges San Jose State 90-88
Olson’s 3 lifts Seattle to 90-88 victory
SAN JOSE, Calif. – Taylor Olson hit a 3-pointer with 5.4 seconds left to lift Seattle to a 90-88 victory over San Jose State on Monday night.
The Redhawks (14-14) gave up a five-point lead in the final three minutes and trailed 88-87 after Mac Peterson made two free throws … Read : Olson hits 3-pointer with 5.4 seconds left as Seattle edges San Jose State 90-88.
Nastia Liukin: Evan Lysacek’s Girlfriend?
VANCOUVER, CANADA (GaeaTimes.com)- The chill in Vancouver is getting dispelled and the snow thawing with the rumors of a probable affair between the two Olympic figure skaters, Evan Lysacek and Nastia Liukin. It is being rumored that the two are seeing each other, although none of them have really commented on the matter. …. Original source : Nastia Liukin: Evan Lysacek’s Girlfriend?.
FIH says no World Cup access to media till Feb 27
NEW DELHI – The International Hockey Federation (FIH) Tuesday said media access to the training of the World Cup hockey teams will not be allowed without the activation of the accreditation which is “expected” to come into effect only a day before the start of the event Feb 28.
After media persons took it up with … Read : FIH says no World Cup access to media till Feb 27.
Phillies outfielder Jayson Werth hopes for another big season in his contract year
Phils’ Werth looking to build on his breakout year
CLEARWATER, Fla. – Sporting a thick, scraggly beard and long hair flowing beneath his baseball cap, Jayson Werth caused a stir with his appearance on Monday. After a breakout season with the Philadelphia Phillies last year, Werth’s performance should get most of the attention.
Werth batted .268 with … Read more »»».
For Canadian ice dance pair, celebrating Olympic gold with crowd is like ‘our Stanley Cup’
For Canadian dance pair, gold is ‘our Stanley Cup’
VANCOUVER, British Columbia – Scott Moir would have gone to sleep on the Olympic rings in the middle of the Pacific Coliseum ice if they’d let him, clutching his gold medal.
That being slightly unreasonable, even for an Olympic champion, he settled for getting on his knees, kissing …. Original source : For Canadian ice dance pair, celebrating Olympic gold with crowd is like ‘our Stanley Cup’.
Federer lends support to Tiger Woods
LONDON – Tennis superstar Roger Federer has given his backing to disgraced American golfer Tiger Woods, saying he should now be left alone to repair his marriage.
“Tiger is a good friend of mine. What’s happened to him has been hard to watch over the last three months, right down to when he made … Read more »»».
Kiwi batsman Taylor confirms IPL security concerns
AUCKLAND – New Zealand batsman Ross Taylor has confirmed that players are concerned about their security during the Indian Premier League.
Taylor said New Zealand Cricket Players’ Association manager Heath Mills is not convinced about some security arrangements, and wants more information, Stuff.co.nz reports.
The 25-year-old further confirmed that he will leave his decision to as late …. Source article on Gaea Times at : Kiwi batsman Taylor confirms IPL security concerns.
Vonn’s bruised shin seems to be improving, but new opponents are lurking in giant slalom
Vonn has new challengers in giant slalom
WHISTLER, British Columbia – Lindsey Vonn’s bruised shin may be the least of her worries now.
She has two races left to add to her Olympic medal haul – the giant slalom Wednesday and the slalom Friday – and she has a fresh crop of challengers to boot.
After beginning her … Read : Vonn’s bruised shin seems to be improving, but new opponents are lurking in giant slalom.
Gerrard ready for World Cup spot kick duty
LONDON – Liverpool skipper Steven Gerrard has said that he is ready to take a penalty at the World Cup despite buckling under pressure the last time round.
The Liverpool skipper missed from 12 yards as England crashed out of the 2006 tournament with a shootout defeat to Portugal.
But Gerrard, 29, is determined to put his …. Source article on Gaea Times at : Gerrard ready for World Cup spot kick duty.
Oz players’ body to hand over security demands to IPL
MELBOURNE – With the security of international players in India under scrutiny, the Australian Cricketers’ Association (ACA) has decided to hand over a list of safety demands to the authorities of Indian Premier League (IPL) for the tournament, which starts on March 12.
The decision comes after a meeting between ACA chief executive Paul Marsh and … Read more >>.
Malik reckons Afridi is the best T20 captain for Pakistan
LAHORE – Pakistani all-rounder Shoaib Malik has clarified that while he enjoyed wearing the captain’s hat in Shahid Afridi’s absence, he reckons that the devastating all rounder is the best Twenty20 captain for Pakistan.
“I enjoyed leading the team in last three T20 matches in Shahid Afridi’s absence but it is better he gets back to … Read : Malik reckons Afridi is the best T20 captain for Pakistan.
Al-Qaeda threat to IPL still under review: Kiwi players’ association
AUCKLAND – The New Zealand Cricket Players’ Association manager Heath Mills insists that it’s too early to talk of a mass withdrawal from the Indian Premier League despite threats from a terror outfit and an independent report on the reality of that danger.
Mills said that he is in contact with the New Zealand contingent for …. Source article on Gaea Times at : Al-Qaeda threat to IPL still under review: Kiwi players’ association.
Flintoff convinces Lee to call stumps on Test career
LONDON – England rival and close friend Andrew Flintoff has asked Australian pace spearhead Brett Lee to retire from Test cricket immediately.
Lee’s retirement is likely to be made official on Friday with ongoing injuries playing a big role in his decision-making process.
Fourth on the all-time list of Australia wicket-takers, Lee will now choose … Original source on Gaea Times at : Flintoff convinces Lee to call stumps on Test career.
Indian cyclists not invited for Tour de Pakistan in retaliation against IPL snub
LAHORE – In an apparent reprisal of the Indian Premier League’s snub to Pakistani cricketers, Islamabad has not invited Indian cyclists to take part in the 15th Tour de Pakistan Race.
Cyclists from Afghanistan, Iran, Saudi Arabia and Sri Lanka are participating in the tournament that will pedal off from Peshawar on March 1.
“India has not …. Source article : Indian cyclists not invited for Tour de Pakistan in retaliation against IPL snub.
Security fears in India may prompt Australia, NZ to host 2011 ICC World Cup
MELBOURNE – With Australian security expert Reg Dickason advising various player association bodies in England, Australia and New Zealand not to travel to India for sporting events in the wake of an Al Qaeda threat to attack these events, the possibility of next year’s cricket World Cup shifting from India to Australia and New Zealand …. Source article on Gaea Times at : Security fears in India may prompt Australia, NZ to host 2011 ICC World Cup.
New Zealand’s IPL contingent advised to pull out
AUCKLAND – New Zealand cricketers’ involvement in the Indian Premier League is in serious doubt after their players’ association recommended a pull out from the tournament, which starts on March 12.
Players have been left to contemplate their participation in IPL after a report by independent security adviser Reg Dickason warned that security could not be …. Source article on Gaea Times at : New Zealand’s IPL contingent advised to pull out.
Belbin-Agosto can’t add another medal to their 2006 Olympic silver
Belbin-Agosto finish 4th in ice dance
VANCOUVER, British Columbia – The leaders of the North American uprising in ice dance will leave the Vancouver Olympics without a medal. Their place in history is secure anyway.
Tanith Belbin and Ben Agosto took their sport from a sideshow in the United States to center stage. During the last decade, …. Original article : Belbin-Agosto can’t add another medal to their 2006 Olympic silver.
Rooney a cracking lad and player: Michael Owen
LONDON – Former England star Michael Owen believes that fellow Manchester United strike pal Wayne Rooney is a both a ” cracking lad and a cracking player.”
The Sun quoted Owen, 30, as saying: “A lot of people relate to Wayne, the way he plays. That’s why he’s so popular – the England fans sing his … Read more : Rooney a cracking lad and player: Michael Owen.