Topless models raise fund for New Zealand rugby club

AUCKLAND – A popular rugby club in New Zealand has been facing criticism for using topless models at a fundraising event.

The stunt led to calls for the New Zealand Rugby Union to confront sexist attitudes within the game. The Auckland University Rugby Football Club hired semi-naked women to parade around at its annual pretest luncheon … Read more >>>.

Tough to wrestle Ashes from England, says Waugh

SYDNEY – Australia’s former skipper Steve Waugh, who is a philanthropist providing seriously ill children and their families with hope and comfort, has said it will be tough to wrestle the Ashes from England.

Australia still boasts a good team, but Waugh believes some of their competitors have caught them. Most importantly, he insists, children … Read this article on Gaea Times at : Tough to wrestle Ashes from England, says Waugh.

Waugh wants Australia, New Zealand to “go hard” on Howard’s rejection

SYDNEY – Australia’s former skipper Steve Waugh, who is a philanthropist providing seriously ill children and their families with hope and comfort, wants Cricket Australia and New Zealand to “go hard” and demand to know why former Prime Minister John Howard’s candidature as the International Cricket Council’s vice-president was overturned by the powerful Afro-Asia bloc. … Read more : Waugh wants Australia, New Zealand to “go hard” on Howard’s rejection.

Benitez made my life miserable at Liverpool: Benayoun

LONDON – Israeli midfielder Yossi Benayoun has accused former Liverpool coach Rafa Benitez of making his life a misery at the club.

Benitez left Liverpool at the end of the season after a disastrous trophy less campaign, which ended with the Reds failing to even qualify for the Champions League.

Benayoun reveals the truth about … Original article on : Benitez made my life miserable at Liverpool: Benayoun.

1 person gored, at least 3 hurt, in packed running of the bulls at Spain’s San Fermin festival

1 person gored in Spain’s running of the bulls

PAMPLONA, Spain – A runner was gored in the leg and three others needed hospital treatment after a very busy fifth running of the bulls at Spain’s San Fermin festival on Sunday, doctors and officials said.
Several other people received roadside medical treatment after tripping and falling in …. Source article  : 1 person gored, at least 3 hurt, in packed running of the bulls at Spain’s San Fermin festival.

Bangladesh stun England with five run win in second ODI at Bristol

BRISTOL – Bangladesh registered their first win in 25 matches by handing out a humiliating five run defeat to England in the second game of the three match one-day international series here.

Bangladesh successfully defended a paltry total of 237 to bowl England out for 231 with three balls to spare.

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Australia’s legendary doubles pair ‘Woodies’ inducted into Tennis Hall of Fame

MELBOURNE – Famous doubles partners from Australia, Todd Woodbridge and Mark Woodforde, were into inducted into the International Tennis Hall of Fame in the United States along with seven other pairs.

Woodbridge and Woodforde known as the ‘Woodies’ were inducted along with women’s doubles partners Gigi Fernandez and Natasha Zvereva.

“This is an amazing day for …. Read the original article  : Australia’s legendary doubles pair ‘Woodies’ inducted into Tennis Hall of Fame.

End of the road for vuvuzelas

LONDON – Vuvuzelas, the deafening plastic trumpets, which have attracted complaints from viewers and players alike at this year’s FIFA World Cup in South Africa, have been banned from the next World Cup in Brazil.

The 127-decibel horn, which left fans reaching for ear plugs in South Africa, is to be banned in 2014.

However, it … Read more >>.

Now, Malaysian parakeet Meena predicts Spanish win in WC final

KUALA LUMPUR – Meena Kutti is Malaysia’s own version of Paul the octopus and Mani the parakeet, is the latest to predict a Spanish victory in tonight’s World Cup final..

Meena Kutti, an 8-year-old green parakeet, is one of the last few birds still used by its owner, M.C. Mohan, to predict his customers’ fortunes. … Original source on Gaea Times at : Now, Malaysian parakeet Meena predicts Spanish win in WC final.

Grand slam from Jose Lopez caps Seattle’s 8th inning rally to stun Yankees 4-1

Lopez slam, Hernandez pitching beats Yankees 4-1
SEATTLE – Jose Lopez hit his second career grand slam off Joba Chamberlain in the eighth inning, and Felix Hernandez outlasted Javier Vazquez to lead the Seattle Mariners to a come-from-behind 4-1 victory over the New York Yankees on Saturday night.
Held hitless into the sixth inning by … Original article on : Grand slam from Jose Lopez caps Seattle’s 8th inning rally to stun Yankees 4-1.

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Revolution end 347-minute scoreless drought, beat Galaxy 2-0

Revolution end scoreless drought, beat Galaxy 2-0

FOXBOROUGH, Mass. – Marko Perovic’s goal in the 67th minute snapped New England’s 347-minute scoreless streak, and the Revolution beat the league-leading Los Angeles Galaxy 2-0 Saturday night.
Perovic’s blast off a free kick was the first Revolution goal since the May 29 match against the New York Red Bulls. [..] Read the original article: here.

Braun’s opportunistic goals give Chivas USA 2-0 win over Wizards

Braun’s goals give Chivas USA 2-0 win over Wizards

KANSAS CITY, Kan. – Justin Braun converted two defensive lapses into second-half goals, and Chivas USA beat the Kansas City Wizards 2-0 on Saturday night for its first victory in more than two months.
Chivas (4-9-2) earned its first league win since beating New England 4-0 on May … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Braun’s opportunistic goals give Chivas USA 2-0 win over Wizards.

Athletics 15, Angels 1

Athletics 15, Angels 1

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Davis hits slam to help A’s hand Kazmir worst beating ever for Angels pitcher in 15-1 victory

A’s score 13 off Kazmir in 15-1 win over Angels

OAKLAND, Calif. – Rajai Davis capped Oakland’s biggest inning of the season with a grand slam and the Athletics handed Scott Kazmir the worst pounding ever for an Angels pitcher in a 15-1 victory over Los Angeles on Saturday night.
Kazmir (7-9) allowed eight runs in the [..] Read the original article: here.

Jason Hammel wins again, Rockies hit 3 HRs to beat Padres 4-2 for 6th straight win

Hammel pitches Rockies to 6th straight win

DENVER – Jason Hammel extended his career-best winning streak to six games, Carlos Gonzalez hit one of Colorado’s three home runs and the Rockies beat the San Diego Padres 4-2 on Saturday night for their season-high sixth straight victory.
The Rockies have had three dramatic comeback wins in the late … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Jason Hammel wins again, Rockies hit 3 HRs to beat Padres 4-2 for 6th straight win.

Snyder follows stolen homer with two-run shot, helping Diamondbacks beat Marlins 5-4

Snyder hits two-run shot in D-backs’ 5-4 win

PHOENIX – Chris Snyder hit a two-run homer after having one stolen by Chris Coghlan the inning before and Stephen Drew sparked Arizona’s offense from the top of the order, lifting the Diamondbacks to a bizarre 5-4 win over the Florida Marlins on Saturday night.
Mark Reynolds hit his … Read more >>>.

Diamondbacks 5, Marlins 4

Diamondbacks 5, Marlins 4

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Tillman’s near no-hitter spoils Lee’s debut, Orioles beat AL West-leading Texas 6-1

Lee’s complete debut in Texas spoiled by Orioles
ARLINGTON, Texas – Cliff Lee’s complete-game debut for the Texas Rangers was spoiled by Chris Tillman, who took a no-hitter into the seventh inning and led the Baltimore Orioles to a 6-1 victory over the AL West leaders on Saturday night.
Lee, the 2008 AL Cy Young … Read : Tillman’s near no-hitter spoils Lee’s debut, Orioles beat AL West-leading Texas 6-1.

Portland Trail Blazers sign Utah’s Wesley Matthews to an offer sheet

Trail Blazers sign Matthews to offer sheet

PORTLAND, Ore. – The Portland Trail Blazers have signed restricted free-agent guard Wesley Matthews to an offer sheet.
Matthews spent last season playing for the Utah Jazz as a rookie. The Jazz have seven days to match the offer. Financial details of the contract offer, announced Saturday by the Trail …. Original source  : Portland Trail Blazers sign Utah’s Wesley Matthews to an offer sheet.