Steelers Linebacker Harrison Attacks NFL Bosses in Magazine
In a Men's Journal feature, Steelers linebacker James Harrison publicly attacks NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell calling him a crook and a devil and using insults toward other league figures. He ridicules executives, commentators, rivals, and even teammates for Super Bowl lapses while Steelers officials defer comment.
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U S Soccer Inspires Confidence Amid National Gloom
Miami Herald comments on U S women's World Cup performance as a beacon for national resilience. Despite economic and political angst, the piece praises the team’s perseverance, noting strategic moves by Pia Sundhage and pivotal goals by Abby Wambach and Megan Rapinoe. It recalls 1980 Miracle on Ice comparisons while urging belief in American innovation and character.
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Clemens trial opens with DNA and steroid claims
Prosecutors said needles and cotton swabs tested for Clemens DNA and anabolic steroids, evidence defense says was faked. Attorney Rusty Hardin argued McNamee mixed the material, while Clemens denied using steroids and claimed only lidocaine and B-12 were injected. The case spans 103 officers and 72 locations across the U.S., Germany, and Puerto Rico.
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Memo backs overseas play during NBA lockout message
Billy Hunter tells players to enjoy overseas work and stay ready, affirming the union supports those who earn a living and stay in peak shape while the league imposes the lockout. The memo, dated Tuesday and obtained by the AP, emphasizes continuing to play the game they love during the stoppage.
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Deal to Sell 76ers Finalized Amid Ownership Change
Philadelphia announces the sale of the 76ers to Joshua Harris of New York based private equity firm Harris Blitzer Sports & Entertainment, ending Comcast Spectacor’s 15 year stewardship that included an NBA finals trip. The Wells Fargo Center remains outside the deal and NBA approval is required.
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Wade mulls Olympic fate after 2008 triumph site visit
Davie Florida veteran guard Dwyane Wade says his summer plans hinge on many factors as he revisits the 2008 Olympic site. He remains undecided about joining the U.S. team for the London Games and is taking a moment away from a basketball camp for youngsters to weigh his options.
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Royals Today Twins 7 10 p m in Minneapolis
A sports calendar note lists Royals today with a Twins game at 7 10 p m in Minneapolis and mentions Friday matchups with Sporting Kansas City.
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Online sports blogs from Journal-World staff strike daily notes
The Journal-World highlights online only content at Ijworld and Kusports. It links to Conference Chatter by Eric Sorrentino on the Big 12 and Hawks in the NBA on former Jayhawks. It also features The Keegan Ratings with postgame rankings for EU football and basketball.
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All-star games condemned as unnecessary by Greg Cote
In the Miami Herald Greg Cote writes that all-star games in all four major American sports have lost meaning. He argues these exhibitions are like brake-legged horses in need of a humane bullet, noting baseball’s game is comparatively better but still problematic.
Hank Aaron reaches 500th homer in Braves win
In 1968 Hank Aaron hit his 500th home run off Mike McCormick to lift the Atlanta Braves over the San Francisco Giants 4-2. The 2005 World Cup of Softball saw Canada defeat the United States 2-1 in Oklahoma City. In 2009 the American League beat the National League 4-3 in the All Star game, extending its unbeaten streak to 12-0-1 since 1996.
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