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J'den Cox: 5 things to know about the Olympic wrestlerJ'den Cox isn't exactly what you would expect. As an up-and-coming wrestler and a 21-year-old Olympian, it would be easy to imagine that his life is all about wrestling.While Cox spends a lot of time in the wrestling room, it's safe to...
Daniel Dennis: 5 things to know about the Olympic wrestlerDaniel Dennis could be the most unlikely member of the 2016 U.S. Olympic wrestling team. After all, Dennis has spent much of his wrestling career flying below the radar.That changed at the U.S. Olympic wrestling trials, where 29-year-old Dennis...
Haley Augello: 5 things to know about the Olympic wrestlerWrestler Haley Augello may be small, but her small stature can't stop her from chasing her Olympic dream. When the 2016 Olympic Games begin, the 5-foot-2-inch wrestler will be there, representing the United States at the 48-kilogram (105.5...
Tervel Dlagnev: 5 things to know about the Olympic wrestlerTervel Dlagnev has had plenty of experience representing the United States at the international level, but he's still missing one thing: Olympic gold.The 125-kilgram (275-pound) heavyweight wrestler has two bronze medals from the world...
Adeline Gray: 5 things to know about the Olympic wrestlerWhen it comes to female wrestlers, few are quite so dominant as Adeline Gray. Still, despite her long-term success in the sport, Gray is missing one thing: Olympic gold.In Rio, 25-year-old 75-kilogram (165-pound) wrestler is hoping to change that....
Summer Olympics: 10 beach volleyball terms to knowWhen the Olympic beach volleyball tournament begins, you may be a bit confused by some of the lingo thrown around by friends or commentators.Here's a quick and easy guide to bring you up to speed on some beach volleyball jargon:AVP: AVP stands...
Olympic mountain biking: 10 terms to know for the 2016 Olympic Games in RioJust because you are not familiar with mountain biking doesn't mean you can't enjoy the sport during the Olympic Games. Here's a quick terminology guide to help new fans better understand and enjoy the mountain biking races during the...
Nicolas Batum gets 5-year, $120M deal to stay in Charlotte with HornetsThe Hornets and Nicolas Batum have agreed to a contract that will pay the seven-year veteran a reported $120 million over five years.The 27-year old native of Lisieux, France was acquired from the Trail Blazers for Gerald Henderson and Noah Vonleh...
Ten terms to know during the Olympic shooting competitionShooting has been an Olympic sport since the start of the modern Olympic Games. For those who are unfamiliar with the sport though, some of the different disciplines and terms can be a bit confusing. Here's a quick guide to help new or casual...
Blown save costs Champions in finale versus Shikoku Island All-StarsOttawa Champions closer Tyler Wilson (2-1) blew a save attempt last night as the Champions failed to nail down a victory against the Shikoku Island All-Stars after taking a 5-4 lead into the ninth inning.RBI singles from Shikoku Island’s...
How much money do PGA golf caddies earn per year?If you've ever wondered how much money caddies make on the PGA Tour here is your answer. PGA Tour caddies are independent contractors who generally make $1,000 to $2,000 per tournament plus bonus money that is a percentage of what the player...
Houston Dynamo advance with 3-1 over Kansas City in U.S. Open CupThe Houston Dynamo advanced to the quarterfinals of the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup with a 3-1 win over Sporting Kansas City on Wednesday, June 29, 2016 at BBVA Compass Stadium in Houston. They will face FC Dallas on Wednesday, July 20 in the...
Abysmal hitting has led to Isotopes' record 13-game losing streakThe Albuquerque Isotopes are a hot mess right now, losing their 13th game in a row Thursday night by a 4-2 final to the host Sacramento River Cats. While there have been games with poor pitching and defensive miscues, the biggest culprit remains...
Raonic and Bouchard to play Olympic doublesAccording to the Associated Press on Thursday, Canadian tennis superstars Milos Raonic of Thornhill, Ontario and Eugenie Bouchard of Montreal, Quebec will play Olympic doubles as well as singles at the 2016 Olympic Games in Rio de Janiero.Raonic...
Canoe Kayak Canada announces women's Olympic teamAccording to Bill Beacon of the Canadian Press on Tuesday, the Canadian Olympic team has been announced in women's canoeing for the 2016 Olympic Games in Rio de Janeiro.The Canadian team is comprised of Emilie Fournel of Montreal, Quebec,...
