Joey Logano, 34, secured his third NASCAR title at Phoenix, extending Team Penske's streak. His controversial season included 4 wins, 13 top-10s, Nashville fuel victory, and playoff reinstatement after Bowman's disqualification.

Chasing Gordon(4), Earnhardt(7), Johnson(7), and Petty(7), he dismisses critics. NASCAR considers moving finals from Phoenix to venues like Homestead-Miami, Vegas, or Charlotte.

Manchester City, 12 points behind Liverpool, faces Arsenal Sunday at Emirates. Guardiola's $150 million January signings Marmoush, Khusanov, and Reis strengthen squad. City's 6-game unbeaten run with 30 goals in 8 games echoes last term's 35-game streak.

Haaland leads attack with in-form Foden, Grealish, and returning Bobb. Arsenal struggles with inconsistency after Villa draw.

Mike Neu joins Illinois under Bret Bielema after posting 40-63 record at Ball State (2016-24). His tenure included 2020 MAC title and Arizona Bowl victory over San Jose State, the school's first bowl win, finishing 23rd in AP Top 25.

Previously served as quarterbacks coach at Tulane (2012-13) and New Orleans Saints (2014-15).

Real Madrid leads La Liga under Ancelotti, facing potential Champions League playoffs against Manchester City or Celtic after Brest win. Despite a 5-2 Super Cup loss to Barcelona, the team has dominated with a 20-4 goal record.

Vinícius, Rodrygo, and Mbappé's attack, plus Bellingham's midfield presence, secured 10 wins in 11 matches.

Tom and Ben Curry, 26, will make history as England's first twins in Six Nations versus Ireland at Aviva Stadium. From rugby sevens to Sale professionals, they progressed through Manchester City's academy and multiple sports.

Tom debuted in 2017's Argentina tour, reached 2019's World Cup final and Lions tour, while Ben debuted against USA 2021. They'll play blindside/openside positions, continuing their family's rugby legacy.

NHL legend Jaromir Jagr, 52, in his 37th season, is selling 80% of Czech league's Kladno Knights to businessman Tomas Drastil, marking a new era. After Calgary Flames released the NHL's second-highest point-scorer in 2018, he returned to his teenage club.

Having owned 70% since 2011 and gaining full ownership in 2017, Jagr aims for playoffs before considering his future.

An American Airlines flight from Wichita crashed in DC's Potomac River January 30, 2025, after colliding with an Army helicopter, killing 64 including 1994 world champions Shishkova and Naumov. Their son Maxim had placed fourth at nationals.

The tragedy echoes the 1961 Brussels crash that killed 72. ISU and European championships in Tallinn continue while Boston prepares for worlds.

Euro 2022 winner Chloe Kelly challenges Manchester City's transfer restrictions before Thursday's deadline, with four months remaining on contract. The England forward, linked to Manchester United since leaving Everton in 2020, posted on Instagram about mental health impacts and Euros preparation concerns.

Kelly asserts she won't tolerate continued negative treatment limiting her career choices.

American Airlines flight carrying 60 passengers, 4 crew crashed into Potomac River after hitting Army Blackhawk (3 soldiers). Passengers included figure skaters from Wichita championships and Russian coaches Shishkova and Naumov (1994 world champions), who coached at Boston's Skating Club. Kremlin spokesman Peskov confirmed deaths.

ISU and U.S. Figure Skating expressed devastation.

Cleveland's 126-106 wire-to-wire victory over Miami, their first road start-to-finish win, improved their record to 29-2 when limiting teams under 116 points and 33-0 when leading after three quarters. Mitchell scored 34, Jerome 20, Mobley 22 with 15 rebounds, and Allen added 12 points and 10 rebounds.

The Cavaliers outrebounded Miami 47-35, while Herro, Rozier (22 each), Adebayo (21), and Robinson (13) led the Heat.

Neymar's Al-Hilal tenure ended after 7 games following his 90M euro PSG transfer, returning to Santos where he won 6 titles before his 2013 Barcelona move. His ACL injury in October 2023 limited impact in Saudi Pro League, where Ronaldo and Benzema remain.

Manager Jesus eyes Vinicius Jr and Salah as replacements before June's USA Club World Cup.

England midfielder Georgia Stanway, 26, of Bayern Munich underwent surgery Wednesday for a lateral collateral ligament tear in her right knee. The injury occurred during training and requires several months' recovery, likely impacting her participation in July's Women's European Championship in Switzerland.

England, the 2022 champions, faces a major setback.

Former Liverpool and England midfielder Steven Gerrard has left Saudi club Al-Ettifaq after 18 months, despite January's extension to 2027.

Following his 2016 retirement and 17-year Liverpool career plus stint at LA Galaxy in Major League Soccer, Gerrard managed Rangers and Aston Villa before taking Al-Ettifaq from 6th to 12th in the Saudi Pro League.

No. 6 Houston (17-3, 9-0 Big 12) rides 13-game streak after early season losses, powered by nation's best defense allowing 55.6 points and 36% shooting. Coach Sampson's system, built on eight returning players, generates 21-point scoring margin.

L.J. Cryer and Emanuel Sharp lead offense while suffocating defense stifles opponents.

Bayern leads Bundesliga by 6 points under Kompany. Kane (17 goals) faces Kiel while Müller contemplates future. Tel considers exit as Buendia joins Leverkusen. Wirtz leads attack after Leipzig draw.

Stuttgart's Woltemade (3 in 3) impresses. Kovač joins struggling Dortmund. VAR explanations trial begins. Champions League race tightens.

IOC presidential candidates Coe, Coventry, Samaranch Jr, and Prince Feisal compete to succeed Bach in March 2024.

Winner faces climate change, gender issues, Russia's return, LA 2028 preparations, NBC's post-2032 broadcast deal, $7.6 billion revenue management, and 2036 Olympics host selection between India and Qatar.

Pascal Siakam scored 37 points and Tyrese Haliburton added 30 points and 8 assists as the Pacers beat the Pistons 133-119. Siakam and Haliburton shot 25-of-38 combined. Indiana hit 16-of-20 first quarter shots, including 7-of-10 threes for 40 points.

Myles Turner added 24 points, while Cade Cunningham led Detroit with 32 points and 9 assists. Malik Beasley scored 20, hitting 6 threes.

The 36-team Champions League format features 144 games, showing increased scoring rates. Barcelona leads scoring, with Lewandowski and Guirassy netting nine each. No teams stayed unbeaten after Liverpool's streak ended at PSV.

Four-goal margins increased following Bayern-Zagreb. Goal difference tiebreaker encouraged scoring. Eastern European teams missed knockouts since Shakhtar 2017-18.

Khawaja's 204* and Smith's 141 led Australia to 475-3 at Galle in the first of two tests. Their 266-run partnership preceded Smith's 10,000th test run milestone. Vandersay dismissed Smith, Inglis made 44.

Smith leads in Cummins' absence. Australia, post-India series win, faces South Africa in the World Test Championship final at Lord's. Second test begins Feb 6.

Stanford (15-6, 7-3 ACC) defeated Syracuse 70-61, led by Maxime Raynaud's 21 points, 15 rebounds (867 career). Oziyah Sellers and Benny Gealer added 10 each, Jaylen Blakes 14.

After a 17-0 start and 25-2 lead, Syracuse fought back behind Jaquan Carlos's 16 points and Eddie Lampkin's 12. Their only previous meeting was Syracuse's 2011 NIT victory at Madison Square Garden.

Warriors defeated Thunder 116-109 as Wiggins scored 27, Curry (21) passed Ray Allen for 27th all-time scoring. Gilgeous-Alexander dominated with 52 points, while Looney (18) and Payton II (15) contributed. Hartenstein grabbed 18 rebounds.

Curry, Kerr received Olympic rings pregame. Caruso sprained ankle. Thunder face Sacramento Saturday; Warriors host Phoenix Friday.

Pittsburgh ended their 3-4-0 road trip with Crosby's overtime winner defeating Utah 3-2. Nedeljkovic made 27 saves against Ingram's 25. Sergachev (returning from injury) and Carcone scored for sixth-place Utah, while Pettersson and Karlsson tallied for Pittsburgh.

Glass assisted Crosby's winner. Utah hosts Columbus Friday, Pittsburgh welcomes Nashville Saturday.

SMU (16-5, 7-3 ACC) defeated California (11-10, 4-6) 76-65. Harris (20pts), Cross (15pts/14reb), Edwards (15pts/9reb/5ast), Miller (13pts/6reb/5ast) led SMU's 83.1ppg offense.

Cal's Petraitis (18pts/10reb), Wilkinson (16pts), and Blacksher Jr. (13pts) led their effort. Cal hosts Syracuse while SMU hosts Stanford next.

Minnesota snapped Phoenix's 3-game streak with a 121-113 win on January 29, 2025. Edwards (33), Randle (28), and Alexander-Walker (23) led the Wolves, while Durant (33), Booker (28), and Beal (17) paced the Suns.

Coach Finch and McDaniels were ejected. The Wolves' 4th straight win came despite missing Reid and 16 Suns turnovers.

The Knicks (32-16) defeated Jokic's Nuggets 122-112, extending their win streak to five. Brunson's 30-point, 15-assist performance and Towns' leadership have earned them All-Star starts.

Three-time MVP Jokic considers them top-5 title contenders, as they chase their first championship since 1973. They're fourth in BetMGM odds, setting franchise records with 408 points over three games.

Big 12 Pitcher Lexi Kilfoyl leads Athletes Unlimited Softball League draft to Bandits, followed by Hoover (Blaze), Faraimo (Talons), Garcia (Volts). Brady and Jennings went 19th and 20th.

Starting June, teams play 24 games across 6-8 cities, with ESPN broadcasting 30+ games. Format includes AUSL All-Star Cup and 16-player rosters.

Pacers defeated Pistons 133-119 in Indianapolis (Jan 29, 2025), led by Siakam (37) and Haliburton (30). Indiana shot 56.8%, making 19/38 threes, including a 40-point first quarter. Turner added 24, while Cunningham (32) and Beasley (20) led Detroit.

Despite losing Ivy to injury, Pistons went 9-6 in January. Pacers won 16 of 21 recent games.

Devils (15-8-4 home) defeated Flyers (11-12-5 road) 5-0, with Allen's 24-save shutout replacing injured Markstrom. Jack Hughes (20th goal, 60 points), Palat, Luke Hughes, Bastian, and Mercer scored. Meier and Bratt (58 points) had two assists.

Ersson was pulled for Fedotov after four goals. Hischier remained out with injury.

Porzingis dominated with 34 points, 8 threes, 11 rebounds as Celtics routed Bulls 122-100. Brown scored 28, White 22, Tatum 16. Celtics, 7-6 in last 13, executed 13-0 run and led 86-62 after Tatum's consecutive threes.

Bulls, without LaVine (24ppg), got 16 from returning Coby White, losing eighth in nine. Next: Bulls at Toronto, Celtics at New Orleans.

Knicks beat Nuggets 122-112, extending their streak to 5 with 52% shooting. Brunson (30pts, 15ast), Anunoby (23pts), and Towns (14pts, 10reb) led New York. Murray's 33 points, Jokic's 17/6/6 and Westbrook's 14/14 weren't enough for Denver, now 0-3 on their trip.

NBA triple-double leader Jokic's early fouls proved costly. Next: Nuggets at Philadelphia, Knicks host Lakers.

Maryland (17-5, 7-4) defeated No. 17 Wisconsin (16-5, 6-4) 76-68, with Rice and Gillespie scoring 16 each. The Terps shot 12-24 from three, including 7-11 in second half, scoring just 20 paint points.

Wisconsin shot 37% from field, 15-21 on free throws. Reese (14), Queen (12 points, 12 rebounds), and Tonje (23) led scoring.

Panthers beat Kings 3-0 as Tkachuk (1 goal, 31 assists) and Bobrovsky (30 saves, 46th shutout) starred. Barkov scored on 5-on-3 power play, his 16th power-play point. Bennett also scored. Kuemper made 36 saves for Kings, who lost third straight.

Doughty returned after 47 games. Kulikov's 1000th game featured assist. Kings next at Tampa, Panthers host Chicago.

In their best start in 11 seasons, No. 24 Oklahoma State (18-3, 8-2 Big 12), led by Stailee Heard's 28 points, 10 rebounds, and 5 threes, defeated Arizona State (8-14, 2-8) 83-71. Early runs of 11-0 and 16-2 established a 41-26 halftime lead.

Asi (14), Magassa (11), and Smith (10) supported OSU, while Skinner (23) and Brown (20, 11) led ASU.

Clippers defeated Spurs 128-116 behind Leonard and Powell's 27 points each. Zubac (21 points, 22 rebounds) battled Wembanyama (23 points, 12 rebounds), leading to a third-quarter altercation. Castle scored 20, Vassell 19, and Sochan 7.

Clippers shot 50% on threes and used a 15-2 run to win. Wembanyama extended his block-and-three streak to 35 games. Teams next play Friday: Clippers at Charlotte, Spurs host Milwaukee.

Virginia Tech (9-12, 4-6 ACC) dominated Florida State 76-66, led by Lawal's 17 points and 13 rebounds, Schutt's 16 points, and Bol Bowen's 14 points. Ben Burnham's dunk helped build a 35-15 halftime lead. Despite Florida State rallying to 49-43, the Hokies prevailed.

Jerry Deng added 13 points. Virginia Tech faces Virginia next, while FSU meets Boston College.

Marie-Philip Poulin's hat trick led Montreal Victoire to a 4-1 win over Ottawa Charge, taking PWHL lead. Jennifer Gardiner assisted twice, while Ann-Renée Desbiens made 31 saves. Despite Ottawa's 15-6 first-period shot advantage, only Tereza Vanisova scored.

After Emily Clark's missed breakaway, Montreal dominated. Ottawa hosts Toronto Saturday, Montreal Thursday.

On January 29, 2025, Maryland basketball defeated No. 17 Wisconsin in College Park, going 12-24 from three. DeShawn Harris-Smith sparked a 14-2 run, while Rodney Rice (3-6), Ja'Kobi Gillespie and Selton Miguel (40%+ shooters) led the 37% season average, up from 29% last year.

Coach Willard's team, winning their fourth straight, eyes AP Top 25 entry.

Kansas State ended 6-game skid, routing Oklahoma State 85-57 in Manhattan. Hausen (18), Hawkins (15), Jones (14), McDaniel (10) led Wildcats' 52.6% shooting. Cowboys' Avery (22) and Thompson (11) led, bench outscoring starters 39-18.

K-State's 10-0 start led to 45-23 halftime lead. Next: K-State visits #3 Iowa State, OSU hosts Utah.

No. 22 Texas Tech (7-2 Big 12) secured their 5th straight win, beating TCU 71-57 in Lubbock. JT Toppin (18pts, 14reb), McMillian (16pts), and Hawkins (13pts) led the charge in their best conference start since Bob Knight's 2004-05 season.

Despite Darrion Williams' absence and 32% 3-point shooting, Christian Anderson's late three sealed victory. Next: Tech visits No. 6 Houston.

The Raptors routed Washington 106-82, starting 14-0 before Valanciunas scored. Barnes (24 points), Poetl (12/8/6) led Toronto's fifth straight win, while Kuzma (19/10) led the Wizards' 15th consecutive loss.

Toronto, 5.5 games behind Chicago, forced 27 turnovers, converting 22 first-half points for a 19-point lead. Raptors host Bulls Friday, Wizards face Lakers Thursday.

Minnesota Wild beat Toronto 3-1 with Spurgeon and Khusnutdinov scoring first-period goals. Gustavsson made 31 saves, Woll 22. Nylander netted his 29th goal, Matthews hit post. Foligno scored empty-netter.

Kaprizov (surgery, 4 weeks) out. Marc-Andre Fleury starts vs Montreal Thursday. Pacioretty returned after 3-game absence. Leafs visit Edmonton Saturday.

76ers beat Kings 117-104 in their 6-game homestand, extending win streak to 4. Maxey scored 30, Sabonis notched triple-double (13/14/11). Fox scored 19, Oubre 15, Monk 21.

Kings fell to 1-3 on road trip. Council drew flagrant foul, leading to 5-point possession with Jackson's 3 during decisive 14-2 run. Lowry added 10 points.

Jets hire Steve Wilks as defensive coordinator under new coach Aaron Glenn and GM Mougey, replacing Ulbrich after Saleh's firing. Wilks' experience spans NFL since 2006, including Panthers interim coach (6-6), 49ers coordinator, Arizona head coach, and Charlotte adviser.

Glenn, ex-Detroit defense leader, builds staff with Engstrand, Heiden, and potentially Banjo replacing Boyer.

No. 25 UConn (15-6, 7-3 Big East) overcame DePaul (10-12, 1-10) 72-61 in Hartford on January 29, 2025. Solo Ball scored 16 points, Tarris Reed Jr. matched with 16 and eight rebounds, while Jaylin Stewart added 15 before injury.

Perfect free throws (14/14) fueled the Huskies' 43-24 second-half surge after trailing by 14. UConn visits No. 9 Marquette next, DePaul hosts Seton Hall.

Cavaliers defeated Heat 126-106 on January 29, 2025, never trailing. Mitchell scored 34, Jerome 20, Mobley 22 with 15 rebounds. Allen added 12 points, 10 rebounds, Niang 13 points.

Herro and Rozier each scored 22, Adebayo 21. Cleveland, 33-0 when leading after three quarters, outrebounded Miami 47-35. Garland rested as Heat posted season-low 41 first-half points.

Two-time Olympic champion Mikaela Shiffrin, 29, returns to Courchevel Thursday after November's crash requiring surgery for infection. Working with therapist Regan Dewhirst since January 1, she pursues World Cup win No. 100.

The venue, with her 7 World Cup wins and 3 championships, gained meaning after father Jeff's 2020 death. Her near-colon injury challenged recovery.

The NBA announced Wednesday that Houston Rockets' Dillon Brooks faces a $25,000 fine for profane language in a televised postgame interview.

This followed his January 27, 2025 performance against the Boston Celtics, where he scored 36 points with 10 three-pointers in a game won by Amen Thompson's final basket.

Kansas City Chiefs, led by Andy Reid and GM Brett Veach, pursue historic third straight Super Bowl against Philadelphia.

Veterans DeAndre Hopkins (178 games, 1,000+ catches, 13,000+ yards), Kareem Hunt (outperforming Pacheco), and recovered Marquise Brown transformed from struggling situations to contribute to AFC title victory.

Charros de Jalisco claimed their third Liga Mexicana del Pacífico title, defeating Tomateros de Culiacán 9-6 in 13 innings. Early runs by Esteban Quiroz and Dwight Smith Jr were countered by Jack Mayfield and Mateo Gil's crucial plays.

The victory sends them to Serie del Caribe in Mexicali starting January 31, facing teams from Dominican Republic, Venezuela, and Japan Breeze.

Cowboys VP Will McClay signed extension after drafting 15 Pro Bowlers, including 6-time All-Pro Zack Martin, 2-time All-Pro Micah Parsons, star receiver CeeDee Lamb, and quarterback Dak Prescott.

Former Desperados coach joined Cowboys in 2002, working under Jerry Jones while supporting new coaches Schottenheimer, Eberflus, and Sorensen.

German hockey player Tobias Eder, 26, died Wednesday from malignant tumor complications diagnosed August 2023. The Eisbaeren Berlin player competed in three World Championship games in Ostrava, scoring in Germany's 6-4 win over Slovakia on May 10.

Edmonton's Leon Draisaitl posted tribute. Federation extends support to his fiancée, family, and teammates.

Kings defenseman Drew Doughty returns against Florida Panthers after Sept 25 ankle injury, pairing with Moverare. The 35-year-old 2016 Norris winner missed 47 games but brings 156 goals, 513 assists record.

Kings, third in Pacific despite losing 6 of 8, replace Helenius (AHL) with Doughty while Clarke leads defense with 24 points.

Seattle Kraken waived Philipp Grubauer, Washington Capitals' 2018 Stanley Cup starter and 2021 Vezina finalist with Colorado. The German goalie's struggles (.866 save%, 3.83 GAA) and $5.9M cap hit through 2027 make claiming unlikely.

Like St. Louis' Brandon Saad, he'll join AHL's Coachella Valley after 16 losses in 21 starts.

Atlanta Hawks forward Jalen Johnson, a 2021 first-round pick averaging 18.9 points, 10 rebounds, and 5 assists, requires season-ending surgery. After missing six games with right shoulder inflammation, he injured his left shoulder in a 122-119 loss to Toronto.

The Hawks, ninth in East at 22-25, have lost six straight, including to Houston.

The Eagles achieved 14 regular season wins and 3 playoff victories after their 2023 collapse. Under Sirianni and Hurts' strengthened relationship, Saquon Barkley rushed for 2,000 yards while Fangio's defense excelled.

Moore's offense replaced Johnson's system, transforming the team from their 10-1 start and Tampa Bay playoff loss into Super Bowl contenders through comprehensive changes.

Devils captain Nico Hischier, 26-year-old Swiss center and 2017's top pick, is week-to-week after Suzuki's cross-check, missing Monday's 4-2 loss. Leading scorer (24 goals, 43 points) and veteran of 520 games (404 points) joins injured goalie Markstrom on sidelines.

Team maintains 28-18-6 playoff position despite January 16 Toronto appearance.

German Linus Strasser, with five career wins, leads Schladming's night slalom despite a Planai course mistake. He's 0.31 seconds ahead of Haugan and 0.36 ahead of Meillard.

Defending champion Feller sits fourth, while standings leader Noel, winner of four seasonal slaloms, trails by 0.71. This final race precedes Feb 4-16 Saalbach-Hinterglemm championships.

Flyers goalie Samuel Ersson joins Sweden's 4 Nations Face-Off with Filip Gustavsson and Linus Ullmark, replacing injured Jacob Markstrom. Sweden faces Canada (Feb 12, Montreal), Finland (Feb 15), and U.S. (Feb 17, Boston). William Karlsson and Jonas Brodin's injuries may force changes.

Canada must replace Alex Pietrangelo. Ersson earned 2024 worlds bronze.

MLB's average salary reached $4.66 million in 2024, rising 2.9% from 2023's 7% increase. The players' association's report, analyzing 1,033 players on August 31 active rosters and injured lists, shows 23% growth from 2021's post-pandemic $3.68 million.

Data includes earned bonuses and prorated signing bonuses, preceding arbitration hearings.

Bundesliga champions Bayer Leverkusen signed Emiliano Buendia on loan until June 2025 from Aston Villa, with a 20 million euro purchase option. The technically versatile midfielder, who joined Villa from Norwich in 2021, made 12 substitute appearances this season.

He replaces Martin Terrier, who tore his Achilles in a 3-1 win over Gladbach. Buendia extended his Villa contract before the move.

A 29-year-old Irish tourist died Wednesday after a 600-meter fall at Bulgaria's Bansko ski resort. While photographing scenery Tuesday, he lost balance and sustained multiple injuries.

Mountain rescue transported him to Razlog hospital, where Dr. Valentin Belchev told Associated Press that despite life-saving measures, the patient succumbed to his injuries.

A 29-year-old Irish tourist died Wednesday after falling 600 meters at Bulgaria's Bansko ski resort. While photographing scenery Tuesday, he lost balance and sustained multiple injuries.

Mountain rescue transported him to Razlog hospital, where Dr. Valentin Belchev's medical team attempted life-saving measures, but he succumbed to his injuries.

A 29-year-old Irish tourist died Wednesday at Bulgaria's Bansko ski resort after losing balance while photographing with a group, falling 600 meters (1900 feet) Tuesday. A mountain rescue team found him with multiple injuries, transporting him to Razlog hospital.

Dr. Valentin Belchev's medical team attempted life-saving measures, but he succumbed to his injuries.

A 29-year-old Irish tourist died Wednesday after a 600-meter fall at Bulgaria's Bansko ski resort. While photographing scenery Tuesday, he lost balance and sustained multiple injuries.

Mountain rescue transported him to Razlog hospital, where Dr. Valentin Belchev told Associated Press that despite life-saving measures, the patient succumbed to his injuries.

Jalen Hurts leads Eagles to Super Bowl in New Orleans after 38-35 loss to Mahomes' Kansas City, aiming to join Dawson and Griese as QBs winning after debut losses. Breaking Jim Kelly's trend, Hurts and Barkley powered past Commanders with record-setting 3,731 rushing yards and 39 TDs.

Mahomes seeks fourth ring while Eagles chase their 2022 touchdown record.

NFL Commissioner Goodell suggests potential international Super Bowl across venues: London's Tottenham and Wembley, Mexico's Azteca, Madrid's Bernabeu, Barcelona's Camp Nou, Berlin's Olympic Stadium, Paris's Stade de France, and Rio's Maracana. Plans include doubling international regular-season games.

Challenges: European time zones, weather, Azteca's altitude, stadium capacity, and infrastructure requirements.

Chicago Bears hired Ben Johnson (38) from Detroit Lions to lead Caleb Williams, with Dennis Allen (18-25 Saints, 8-28 Raiders) as defensive coordinator after his top-10 defenses in 2020-21.

Declan Doyle joins from Denver Broncos via Saints (2019-22) and Iowa, while Richard Hightower remains as special teams coordinator after 5-12 season.

Crystal Dunn, 32, departs Gotham FC after one season, confirmed by GM Yael Averbuch West. The 2019 World Cup winner and Paris Olympics gold medalist previously played for Portland Thorns, North Carolina Courage, Chelsea, and Washington Spirit, taking 2022 maternity leave.

Her career includes 154 U.S. appearances with 25 goals and 20 assists.

Wrexham, owned by Reynolds and McElhenney, lost 3-2 to Stevenage after Kemp and Reid scored. Rathbone and Cleworth netted for Wrexham, while Mullin missed late. Birmingham, with Brady as shareholder, leads League One, followed by Wycombe.

Top two earn automatic Championship promotion, next four enter playoffs. All teams have 18 games left.

No. 15 St. John's (18-3, 9-1) crushed Georgetown 66-41 at Madison Square Garden, extending their Big East streak to seven games. Richmond and Ejiofor scored 13 each under Pitino's leadership.

The Red Storm, enjoying their best start since 1985-86, dominated early with leads of 23-3 and 37-9. Georgetown's Malik Mack scored 13 points for coach Ed Cooley's struggling team.

69-year-old Greg Kampe, in his 41st season coaching Oakland's Golden Grizzlies (9-13, 6-5 Horizon League) in suburban Detroit, received a one-game suspension for confronting officials after Kam Woods's free throws gave Robert Morris a 73-71 win in Moon Township.

Commissioner Julie Roe Lach suspended the Division I's longest-serving coach.

Arbitrators Ponak, Herman, and Parmar oversee Oviedo's $1.15M request versus Pirates' $850K. Mateo avoided hearing, accepting $3.55M after hitting .229 with 5 HRs.

Players' 9-6 record challenges teams' 353-266 historical advantage. Pending cases through Feb 14 include Lowe ($11.1M), King ($8.8M), Contreras ($6.5M), among others.

Georgia (15-6, 3-5 SEC) defeated South Carolina (10-11, 0-8) 71-60, improving to 12-1 at home. Newell (17 points, 10 rebounds), Leffew (14), Demary Jr. (12), and James (10) led the Bulldogs' 51% shooting. Starting with a 14-3 run and 35-21 halftime lead, Cain's three made it 63-47.

Thomas (19) and Murray-Boyles (18) led South Carolina. Georgia faces Alabama next; South Carolina hosts Texas A&M.

No. 11 Kansas's Dajuan Harris Jr. (1,078 points, 786 assists) missed his first game in five years with an ankle injury. His 4,688 minutes trail only Danny Manning, while his 159 games (behind Mitch Lightfoot's 168) and 98 starts are program milestones.

Harris needs 19 assists to pass Jacque Vaughn for second behind Aaron Miles. KJ Adams returned from injury.

The Baltimore Ravens have hired Chuck Pagano as senior secondary coach in Owings Mills, Md., announced Tuesday night. Pagano, who led the Colts from 2012-17 and retired as Bears defensive coordinator after 2020, returns with deep ties to the Ravens program.

Coach Harbaugh praised his experience and enthusiasm to develop their young, talented secondary.

Lions hire Broncos assistant John Morton, a Detroit native and former Western Michigan star, as offensive coordinator, replacing Jets-bound Ben Johnson. Former Bills linebacker Kelvin Sheppard, with 429 tackles in 107 games, promotes to defensive coordinator.

Coach Dan Campbell prioritizes maintaining system for QB Jared Goff after playoff exit to Washington.

No. 21 Louisville (16-5, 9-1 ACC) defeated Wake Forest (15-6, 7-3) 72-59, extending their 10-game streak. Edwards Jr. (18 points, 4/11 3PT), Smith (16), and Hepburn (14, 8 assists) led scoring. After Spillers' three-point play, Johnson's failed dunk attempt stalled momentum.

Salis (13) was ejected. Cardinals dominated from 26-11 first-half lead to 67-41 advantage.

Orioles second baseman Jorge Mateo agreed to a $3.55 million, one-year deal, avoiding arbitration after hitting .229 with 5 homers, 18 RBIs, and 13 stolen bases.

The contract bridges his $4 million request and team's $3.1 million offer, including a $5.5 million 2026 option with $500,000 in plate appearance bonuses.

Manchester City signs 18-year-old Christian McFarlane from NYCFC, following Khusanov and Marmoush arrivals in $150 million January spree. The English youth international, who featured in European U17 Championship, joins Premier League champions.

Khusanov debuted against Chelsea, making an early mistake and receiving a yellow card. NYCFC retains sell-on percentage.

Bundesliga introduces stadium VAR announcements, following NFL (since 1975), MLB (2022), and 2023 Women's World Cup practices. Nine clubs, including Bayern Munich and Leverkusen, participate despite fan concerns over game flow.

CEO Knut Kircher supports transparency initiative, starting with Bayern-Holstein Kiel match. Referees use headsets for final decisions only, excluding official discussions.

Philadelphia native Jim Knowles, former Cornell player and coach at Duke, Oklahoma State, and Mississippi, joins Penn State from Ohio State as defensive coordinator. He replaces Clemson-bound Tom Allen after Notre Dame playoff loss.

His 2024 Ohio State defense ranked first, allowing 254 yards in 14-2 season. James Franklin's team loses NFL-bound Abdul Carter but keeps Durant, Dennis-Sutton, Rojas, and Harris.

Liverpool's perfect record leads revamped 36-team Champions League, facing PSV Eindhoven as Barcelona holds second. December 13's finale sees 15-time winner Real Madrid, Bayern, Juventus, and Dortmund risking playoffs.

Manchester City must beat Brugge to avoid elimination, while PSG battles for survival. Top 8 advance automatically, positions 9-24 enter playoffs.

Butler returns to Heat-Magic after January suspensions (7 games conduct, 2 for Milwaukee flight). Averaging 17 points, declined to 9.5/2.7/4.2 post-35/19/10 Detroit performance.

Missed 14 of 19 games. $48.8M salary, CBA rules complicate pre-February 6 trade. Co-chaired padel event, loves Miami despite tension from denied $113M extension Riley questioned.

Bumrah won ICC test award, taking 71 wickets at 14.92 average in 357 overs after returning from injury, including 32 wickets vs Australia, surpassing England's Atkinson (52). Omarzai claimed ODI honors with 417 runs and 17 wickets.

Mandhana won women's ODI award with 747 runs and record four centuries in 2024.

Spain's 63-year-old coach Luis de la Fuente, who has managed youth squads since 2013, extended his contract until 2028. After replacing Luis Enrique post-2022 World Cup, he led La Roja to the European Championship title.

He's the first Spain coach to win European Championships at three levels, including Under-19 and Under-21 titles.

Brazil defender Danilo, 33, announced via Instagram his departure from Juventus after 5½ years, heading to Flamengo. Chelsea's Renato Veiga, 21, arrives for medical before loan move.

Danilo's 13-year European career yielded titles with Porto, Real Madrid, Manchester City, and Juventus. Both clubs enter 32-team Club World Cup (June 14, USA), in separate groups with international opponents.

Spurs' Victor Wembanyama, 2023's top draft pick, transformed from 209 to 235 pounds while averaging 24.5 points, 10.8 rebounds, and 3.9 blocks. The 7-foot-4 phenom leads 20-23 Spurs toward playoffs, earning praise from CEO Buford, Chris Paul, and Hall of Famer Parker.

Defensive Player frontrunner shows unprecedented development under recovering Coach Popovich.

During Sunday's Nice-Marseille match, won 2-0 by Nice, supporters displayed offensive banners including a 'rat hunt' message and one targeting Neal Maupay, an 8-year Nice veteran. Marseille mayor Benoît Payan condemned the racist remarks on X, demanding LFP action.

The first half was interrupted due to homophobic chanting.

West Indies secured a historic 120-run win against Pakistan in Multan, their first test victory there in 34 years. Warrican's 5-27 and Sinclair's 3-61 dismantled Pakistan for 133. Despite starting at 7-38, West Indies posted 163 and 244.

Brathwaite's fifty proved crucial. Shakeel, Ali, Rizwan (25), and Agha (15) fell to spin, leveling the series.

Sinner claimed the 2025 Australian Open at Rod Laver Arena, defeating Zverev 6-3, 7-6 (4), 6-3 after beating Shelton in semifinals. His Djokovic-like style earned him the Norman Brookes Challenge Cup and World No. 1 ranking.

Coached by Vagnozzi and Cahill, the 23-year-old maintains an 80-6 record, faces Alcaraz rivalry and April WADA hearing.

The Chiefs defeated the Bills 32-29 in the 2024 AFC championship, their fourth playoff win over Buffalo in five years.

Despite Allen's 237 yards and two TDs, including Samuel's game-tying score, injuries to Rapp and Benford, failed two-point conversions, Bolton's crucial stop, and Kincaid's missed catch against Spagnuolo's blitz enabled Mahomes and Butker to secure Kansas City's third straight Super Bowl bid.

Vegas Golden Knights defeated Florida Panthers 4-1, with Hill's 32 saves and Knight's 22 stops. McNabb, Eichel, and Hertl scored for Vegas, Lundell for Florida. Roy contributed three assists.

Pietrangelo withdrew from 4 Nations Faceoff but played 24:22. Howden marked his 400th game as Vegas reclaimed Pacific Division lead over Edmonton.

Boca Juniors drew 0-0 with Argentinos in Copa de la Liga opener, debuting seven signings including Herrera and Palacios. Despite Cavani, Rojo, and returning Fabra, they struggled as Argentinos dominated midfield. Molina hit crossbar, Brey's error needed Rojo's save.

Team faces Copa Libertadores Phase 2, following 5-0 Cup win. Gago seeks improvement.

Chiefs secured third straight Super Bowl berth, defeating Bills 32-29 at Arrowhead for ninth consecutive playoff win. Mahomes (245 yards, 3 TDs), Worthy (85 yards), Hunt scored while Allen (237 yards) and Cook (85 yards, 2 TDs) led Buffalo.

Butker's late field goal sealed victory despite Bills neutralizing Kelce. Chiefs face Eagles February 9th in New Orleans, marking fourth Bills elimination since 2021.

Jets beat Flames 5-2 as Vilardi netted 2 goals, including his 22nd, plus 2 assists. Connor scored his 27th goal, while Scheifele and Appleton also tallied. Comrie made 20 saves, Vladar 22.

Weegar and Kadri scored for Calgary. Winnipeg's league-best power play went 2-for-2, winning their 3rd straight and 6th in 8 games.

NBA-leading Thunder (37-8, 17-5 road) defeated Portland 118-108. Gilgeous-Alexander scored 33, Williams 24, Avdija 28. Thunder dominated paint (52-22) and second-chance points (28-13).

Blazers rallied to 93-88 on Simons' free throws before Caruso's three made it 105-90. Clingan returned with 13 rebounds. Thunder visit Warriors Wednesday, Blazers host Bucks Tuesday.

Kelsey Plum (17.8 points average) joins Sparks' young core of Rickea Jackson and Cameron Brink, reuniting with Dearica Hamby, while Jewell Loyd (19.7 points average) moves to Aces. Three-way trade includes Li Yueru and No. 2, 9, and 13 draft picks.

Two-time champion Plum leaves Vegas as franchise player; six-time All-Star Loyd exits Seattle.

Minnesota Wild opened their five-game trip beating Chicago 4-2. Spurgeon, Eriksson Ek, and Gaudreau scored, with Boldy adding three assists. Gustavsson made 18 saves, while Mrazek stopped 24.

Jones converted a power play and Nazar netted his third before Foligno's empty-netter. Chicago fell to 1-4-3 in eight games, failing on a late power play.

The Eagles ended Washington's Super Bowl hopes 55-23 in the NFC Championship. Under owner Josh Harris, the Commanders improved from 4-13 to 12-5. Saquon Barkley's 60-yard run and Jalen Hurts' four TDs, including one to A.J.

Brown, plus three Commanders fumbles sealed their fate. Jayden Daniels (255 yards, 1 TD) and Zach Ertz (11 catches, 104 yards) showed promise despite the loss.

Keys' Australian Open triumph elevates her to No.7, joining Americans Gauff (3), Pegula (6), Navarro (9). Sabalenka maintains No.1, Zheng drops to 8, Badosa rises to 10.

ATP rankings show Sinner leading, followed by Zverev (2), Alcaraz (3), Fritz (4). Djokovic rises to 6, Medvedev drops to 7, Paul reaches career-best 9.