Atlanta hiring Lloyd Pierce as Hawks’ next head coach
ATLANTA (AP) The Atlanta Hawks are giving Lloyd Pierce his first head coaching job in the NBA, choosing a man who has been an assistant with Philadelphia and Memphis to rebuild the franchise.
In a US soccer rivalry dating to 1975, this one is notable
PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) American soccer’s most storied rivalry reaches a milestone on Sunday.
The Padres '98 NL West championship team take on the MCAS Miramar All-Stars
The Padres will celebrate the 20th anniversary of the 1998 NL West championship team this weekend.
A's put OF Piscotty on bereavement list, add RHP Graveman
NEW YORK (AP) The Oakland Athletics have put outfielder Stephen Piscotty on the bereavement list and recalled right-hander Kendall Graveman from Triple-A Nashville.
Hawks reach agreement with Lloyd Pierce for the Philadelphia 76ers assistant to be Atlanta's head coach
ATLANTA (AP) Hawks reach agreement with Lloyd Pierce for the Philadelphia 76ers assistant to be Atlanta’s head coach.
Celtics' Stevens remains humble as team continues to thrive
WALTHAM, Mass. (AP) When Brad Stevens accepted the Celtics head coaching job five years ago, he didn’t allow himself to get caught up in thinking about how he could add his name to the franchise’s rich history.
Knox County 4-H Robotics goes national!
A Knox County resident and part of the 4-H Robotics Team recently went to a national event, and represented the county well! Listen to this interview from Galesburg’s Evening News for more details. (PHOTO: Jacob Betz, the
Houston’s Capela develops into pivotal player for Rockets
HOUSTON (AP) Houston’s Clint Capela certainly isn’t a household name, and doesn’t get nearly the attention other centers like Ruby Gobert and Karl-Anthony Towns receive.
Chargers sign five draft picks before start of rookie minicamp
With first-round pick Derwin James still in limbo, the Chargers sealed up five other draft selections
Roquan Smith puts focus on football at Bears rookie camp
LAKE FOREST, Ill. (AP) Chicago Bears linebacker Roquan Smith appreciated the chance to display his speed on the field Friday at rookie minicamp.
#XTRAPOINT Him vs Me: Blake Parker vs Noe Ramirez
Blake Parker and Noe Ramirez duke it out in the first-ever Angels #HIMvsME. But the big debate here… tots or fries?
Cyclists to tune up for a spring ride Saturday, May 12th.
The Cycling of Galesburg riders are hosting a “Tune-Up Ride” Saturday, May 12th.
Kubica confident he can make full F1 return if given chance
BARCELONA, Spain (AP) Robert Kubica was second-to-last, 19th out of 20. And smiling.
Brewers option Phillips to minors to make room for Woodruff
MILWAUKEE (AP) The Milwaukee Brewers have optioned outfielder Brett Phillips to Triple-A Colorado Springs to make room on the roster for right-handed pitcher Brandon Woodruff.
Denmark blanks Norway, France tops Austria at world hockey
HERNING, Denmark (AP) Denmark closed in on a quarterfinal berth at the ice hockey world championship after beating Norway 3-0 and France defeated newcomer Austria 5-2 to stay in contention on Friday.
Conor Daly to make NASCAR debut in August at Road America
KANSAS CITY, Kan. (AP) Conor Daly will make his NASCAR debut in August when he jumps from an IndyCar into a Ford Mustang for Roush Fenway Racing for the Xfinity race at Road America in Wisconsin.
Angels Weekly: Honorary Bat Girl
Meet breast cancer survivor Anne Fleck. She’s a longtime Angels fan, and her daughter, Ashley Fleck, works for the club as a sponsorship services coordinator. Fleck will serve as the Angels’ Honorary Bat Girl on Mother’s Day.
Angels Weekly QOTW: Mother’s Day edition
Moms, we love you every day … and just a little more on Mother’s Day! The Halos pay tribute to the women who made them the men they are today!
Brewers recall RHP Woodruff, option Phillips to Triple-A
The Milwaukee Brewers recalled right-handed pitcher Brandon Woodruff from Triple-A Colorado Springs and optioned outfielder Brett Phillips.
Buffalo Bills keeping training camp in Rochester
ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. (AP) The Buffalo Bills are keeping their training camp at St. John Fisher College in suburban Rochester.