Sunday, June 12, 2016
Russia score late to earn draw with England, Gareth Bale helps Wales win
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Russia scored deep into stoppage time to salvage a draw against England.
Russia scored in stoppage time to stun England and earn a 1-1 draw in their European Championship opener in Group B at Marseille"s Stade Velodrome.
Vasili Berezutski"s goal cancelled out Eric Dier"s second-half free kick and ruined England"s hopes of finally opening the competition with a victory.
England, with Wayne Rooney in midfield, adopted a positive approach and had a number of scoring chances in the first half, but they could not beat Russia keeper Igor Akinfeev.
Russia showed signs of improvement in the second half, and Gary Cahill needed to make a fine challenge after a pass across goal from Aleksandr Kokorin early on.
England were in control, though, and Wayne Rooney nearly gave them the lead on 71 minutes when Danny Rose"s low cross deflected into his path inside the area, but Akinfeev was able to divert his shot onto the crossbar. Adam Lallana struck the post with the follow-up but was flagged offside.
They did not have to wait long, though. England were awarded a free kick on the edge of the area for a foul on Dele Alli, and Dier unexpectedly stepped up to smash the ball past Akinfeev.
But out of nothing, Russia forced a corner and Georgy Schennikov sent in a cross that Berezutski headed over stranded goalkeeper Joe Hart in the 92nd minute to salvage a point.
Roberto Martinez feels Wales will be beaming with confidence ahead of their second match with England. The FC crew look at the team dynamic that the Welsh team have established and how it steered them to a 2-1 win over Slovakia. The ESPN FC panel preview England"s upcoming Euro 2016 encounter against a confident Wales side. Hal Robson-Kanu"s tidy finish propelled Wales over Slovakia in their first international tournament since 1958. Hal Robson-Kanu"s tidy finish propelled Wales over Slovakia in their first international tournament since 1958.Gareth Bale opened his account with an early free kick as Wales beat Slovakia 2-1 in an entertaining Group B encounter at the Stade de Bordeaux.
Slovakia had a golden opportunity to make the breakthrough inside three minutes when Marek Hamsik danced through the defence but was denied by Ben Davies.
On 10 minutes, Bale gave them the breakthrough, firing home a swerving free kick, with Slovakia keeper Matus Kozacik caught out after initially misjudging its direction.
Slovakia drew level on 61 minutes when Robert Mak outpaced Aaron Ramsey down the right and set up substitute Ondrej Duda, whose first involvement was to slot home.
But Wales had the final word, with Ramsey beating Martin Skrtel as he bore down on goal and Hal Robson-Kanu scuffing home when the ball ran loose.
Fabian Schar"s header proved enough for Switzerland to claim a 1-0 victory over Albania in their European Championship opener. Fabian Schar"s header proved enough for Switzerland to claim a 1-0 victory over Albania in their European Championship opener.Switzerland beat 10-man Albania 1-0 in Lens in theirGroup Aopener to move level on points with hosts France.
Switzerland took the lead inside five minutes when Fabian Schar headed home after Albania goalkeeper Etrit Berisha"s misjudged attempt to gather a Xherdan Shaqiri corner.
Albania"s hopes suffered a setback seven minutes before the break when captain Lorik Cana picked up a second yellow card when he clearly handled the ball to prevent Haris Seferovic going through on goal.
They still had chances to level, most notably when Shkelzen Gashi was sent clean through in the 87th minute, but Switzerland held on for victory.
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Saturday, June 11, 2016
Fans panned latest Stephen Curry"s shoes
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American basketball player Stephen Curry presented the latest version of the Curry 2 Low shoes. Fans immediately panned the Chef Curry shoe edition with cruel jokes.
Social media users extremely mocked Steph Currys latest Under Armour shoe labeling them as a vanilla style for the one who currently hold the first unanimous MVP in NBA history.
The Curry 2 Low Chef Curry. Credit: RenartsThe basketball star has his shoe line with the brand Under Armour. The company released on Thursday its latest new shoe, and it has been sharply criticized by fans.
By social media, fans have compared the all-white shoes as the perfect accessory for dads or grandpas.
Even more, some social media users have written on Twitter that the shoes seem to be a nurse sneaker.
The Chef Currys were not well receiving because of their dull and simple appearance. Fans were used to stunning shoes and this time they consider the new version should not be released.
In 2013, Under Armour signed the Golden State Warriors superstar after Nike rejected Currys design of a shoe with a verse from the Bible on it. Under Armour offered a contract worth close to $4 million per year and the first Curry signature, the Curry Two Shoes, was released in February 2015.
Currys shoe line has been so successful that it has carved out an impressive and significant spot in the shoe industry. It seems like Under Armour amazing sales are the result of Currys exploits on the playground and the quick fame the superstar has reached.
However, this time, the Chef Curry version has not been well received among Currys fans because people argue that the shoes are no-flair and the all-white appearance only does not match on what is expected to project the essence of such a remarkable player. Even if the Curry Two-line has positioned Under Armour among the most valuable shoe brand in the market, it seems that this time the story wont be repeated.
Source: CBS Sports
Source: http://www.pulseheadlines.com/fans-panned-latest-stephen-currys-shoes/34831/
How USA Soccer Won Copa America"s "Battle Of Philadelphia" Vs. Paraguay
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The United States mens national soccer team battled to victory over Paraguay on Saturday at Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia.
Judging by the U.S. players performances, its safe to say theyd be willing to fight from the stadium, to Broad Street, To Market Square, through North Philadelphia and up or down the Eastern seaboard in order to achieve the success they so thoroughly deserve.
Clint Dempseys 27th-minute goal put the U.S. ahead in the score-line, but the hosts determination and bravery in holding on, following DeAndre Yedlins 48th-minute dismissal, provided sports fans near and far a soccer memory they should cherish For years to come.
The delirium isnt the same as when Landon Donovan scored late against Algeria in the 2010 FIFA World Cup or John Brooks headed a goal past Ghana in the 2014 World Cup. Those late goals spawned impossible dreams of conquering the world.
This reality-based accomplishment gave the United States the satisfaction that only can come from doing a job well and to completion. In that respect, the win over Paraguay surpasses those others.
The United States hit its first Copa America 2016 target by progressing from Group A into the quarterfinals. The U.S. will face a still to-be-determined opponent in the last eight, most likely Brazil. If Team USA wins that game, history will remember its Copa America Centenario campaign as an unqualified and resounding success.
Heres how the United States stood up to Paraguays bullies and won hearts, minds and the Battle of Philadelphia.
Ye Old gunslinger
Theres no need to lament Jozy Altidores absence when Clint Dempsey, 33, is playing so well. The veteran forward finished his one chance with aplomb, taking his Copa America 2016 record to impressive new heights.
Demspsey now has 51 career goals in 127 games for his country. We said it before and will say it again: as Dempsey goes, so goes Team USA.
New-age heroes
Klinsmanns seismic decisions to start goalkeeper Brad Guzon and center back John Brooks sparked days long debates ahead of the tournament, but their performances against Paraguay vindicated those big calls when it mattered most.
Brooks, 23, was an imperial force at the heart of the U.S. defense. His 11th-minute block put Team USA on an emotional cloud, which it rode to the final whistle.
That tackle only was the highlight in what was the finest of Brooks 24 career games for the United States.
In those instances in which Paraguay unlocked be well organized United States defense, Guzan saved the day, as Paraguays Miguel Almiron and Dario Lezcano can attest.
Brooks 82nd-minute block and Guzans double-save will live long in the annals of USA Soccer.
Discipline makes things easier
Yedlins first yellow card was unnecessary. His second, which came less than 60 seconds after the first, was simply ludicrous.
Team USA managed the first half with little trouble, but Yedlins dismissal put the U.S. on its back foot for the entire second period, forcing the hosts to grind for every ball and blade of grass for half the game.
Paraguay undoubtedly wouldve had more difficulty dominating if the United States had all 11 players on the field.
Team USAs physical, tactical, and psychological qualities prevented Paraguay from scoring, despite its personnel advantage.
USA-Paraguay was one of the roughest games of Copa America 2016. Referee Julio Bascunan showed nine yellow cards and even suffered an injury himself when he collided with US midfielder Jermaine Jones.
Costly victory
Team USA won the Battle of Philadelphia but paid a heavy price in doing so. Yedlin will be suspended for the quarterfinal, forcing Klinsmann to change the back four, which shined against Costa Rica and in the first half against Paraguay.
Dempsey should be fresh for the quarterfinal, having played just 50 minutes against Paraguay, but his teammates physical exertions could drain their performances in the next game.
Team USAs powers of recovery now face the ultimate test, and their physical trainers must work wonders to bring the players back to their peak levels in just a few days time.
Review our USA-Paraguay live blog >>Thumbnail photo via Bill Streicher/USA TODAY Sports Images
Source: http://nesn.com/2016/06/how-usa-soccer-won-copa-americas-battle-of-philadelphia-vs-paraguay/
Ex-"Voice" contestant Christina Grimmie dies after concert shooting
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Florida authorities said early Saturday that former The Voice contestant Christina Grimmie died after being shot while signing autographs for fans after a show.
Heather Walsh, a publicist for Grimmie, said in an email to the Associated Press Saturday that we can confirm that Christina has passed and went home to be with the Lord." The Orlando Police Department also confirmed on its official Twitter page that Grimmie had died.
Grimmie, 22, had finished third during season six of NBCs The Voice in 2014, competing on the team of Maroon 5 star Adam Levine. Grimmie amassed a huge following on YouTube as a teenager, gripping gripping online viewers with her powerful renditions of hit songs. Her videos on YouTube have garnered millions of views.
Police said in a news release that the New Jersey native had performed with the boy band Before You Exit at The Plaza Live in Orlando. The concert finished at around 10 p.m. and Grimmie was shot as she signed autographs for fans at a merchandise table.
According to authorities, Grimmies brother immediately tackled the gunman, who then shot and killed himself during the struggle. The gunman has yet to be identified, and police have not said why he attacked the singer.
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Lt. Gov. Patrick calls for Fort Worth superintendent resignation over bathroom policy
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Lt. Gov. blasts FWISD leadership
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In an interview with News 8"s Charlotte Huffman, Texas Lt. Governor Dan Patrick called for the resignation of Fort Worth Independent School District Superintendent Dr. KentScribneron Monday over new guidelines outlining bathroom use.
Texas Lt. Governor Dan Patrick called for the resignation of Fort Worth Independent School District Superintendent Dr. Kent Scribner on Monday over new guidelines outlining bathroom use.
The new policy announced last month requires school officials to allow transgender students access to bathrooms consistent with the gender identity that each student consistently and uniformly assert, according to the Star-Telegram.
Transgender students are allowed to use the s*x of the bathroom they identify with when no other students are present, according to the guidelines.
In an interview with News 8, Patrick called for the resignation of Dr. Scribner. "I"m asking him and those three members of his executive team, I"m calling for their resignation. We want a 15-year-old boy full of vivid vigor that every 15-year-old boy has walking into the girls bathroom?" said Patrick.. "The superintendent is so irresponsible to do this that he needs to step down." the Lt. Governor went on to say.
In an interview with News 8"s Charlotte Huffman, Texas Lt. Governor Dan Patrick called for the resignation of Fort Worth Independent School District Superintendent Dr. KentScribneron Monday over new guidelines outlining bathroom use.
Patrick, who has voiced support for a statewide so-called bathroom bill, wrote in a release Monday: After less than a year as superintendent, Dr. Scribner has lost his focus and thereby his ability to lead the Fort Worth ISD. He has placed his own personal agenda ahead of the more than 86,000 students attending 146 schools in the district by unilaterally adopting Transgender Student Guidelines.
Dr. Ann Sutherland, a board member, said she is getting a barrage of complaints from parents that they weren"t allowed to publicly comment on the issue.
"There have been dozens of anti and very angry responses from parents," says Sutherland. "This came out of the blue. It wasn"t announced on an agenda or anything."
News 8 recently requested an interview with the superintendent on this very issue. It was denied.
The new policy was announced by Scribner at an April meeting, according to Sutherland.
The guidelines also call for transgender students to be allowed to play sports in the gender they identify with, after a review by the athletic director. UIL guidelines may also impact where students can play, according to the actual guideline document.
Sutherland says she is also worried about a third component, which says school counselors may only discuss issues with a transgender student"s parent if it"s "on a need-to-know basis or as the student directs."
A big crowd is expected at Tuesday night"s regularly scheduled board meeting, where people can voice their support or displeasure during public comment.
Fort Worth ISD Board President Jacinto "Cinto" Ramos, Jr. released a statement Monday evening: "We have enourmous confidence in Superintendent Kent P. Scribner, his team, and our Board. We are focused on creating a strong, safe and productive learning environment for all students."
Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick announced he plans to attend Tuesday night"s Fort Worth ISDmeeting and will address the media.
.@LtGovTX @DanPatrick calls for @FortWorthISD supt."s resignation over district"s transgender bathroom proposal. pic.twitter.com/05YtUB6sau
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A Mellower Belmont Stakes Brings Out the Regulars
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Photo Without a Triple Crown bid this year, the Belmont Stakes has attracted fewer casual observers and more horse-racing fans, including, from left, Scott Shore, Sean Gerson and Jeff Strang. Credit Victor J. Blue for The New York Times
A year ago, Jeff Strang, a longtime horse owner, braved the crowds of 90,000 at the Belmont Stakes for a chance to witness, after a 37-year drought, a Triple Crown win.
He was watching by the finish line, among horse-racing fans and casual observers alike, when American Pharoah, the odds-on favorite, captured Belmont and won the Crown.
Everybody just went nuts, Mr. Strang said.
This year, with no Triple Crown bid, the Belmont Stakes appears to be somewhat quieter. As of Friday, 46,000 tickets had been sold for Saturdays race.
Still, Mr. Strang and a friend, Sean Gerson, said they had no regrets for having bought their tickets to the Belmont Stakes this year. If anything, they said, the smaller crowds would mean cheaper hotel prices and some extra elbow room for the horse-racing fans.
To racing fans like them, this years races are still a must-see even if the forecast calls for scattered thunderstorms.
Rain or shine, were here, Mr. Gerson said. Triple Crown or not.
The smaller event could also bring slight logistical relief for race and railroad organizers.
In 2014, massive crowds, inadequate food supplies and poor communication during a mass exodus from Belmont Park led to a worst-case scenario, said Salvatore Arena, a spokesman for the Long Island Rail Road.
Photo A section of the Belmont Park racetrack. Credit Victor J. Blue for The New York TimesPassengers were forced to wait as long as four hours to board trains heading toward Manhattan, creating crowd-control problems for the police and a public-relations disaster for the track and the railroad.
It was just a horror show, Mr. Arena said.
In response to the problems in 2014, the Metropolitan Transportation Authority and the New York Racing Association invested $5 million in infrastructure improvements, including at the Belmont Park station, and increased the number of cars on trains and the frequency in which trains were loaded.
Last year, attendees had all left the park within an hour and a half, Mr. Arena said, and the railroad transported 30,000 people home. This year, the railroad expects a crowd of 20,000 on the trains leaving from the Belmont Park station.
In addition to logistical and structural improvements, event organizers have added entertainment offerings for the 2016 races. The country music duo Maddie & Tae was to perform on Friday night, and the rock band Daughtry on Saturday night.
Youll find the millennials here for the concert, Mr. Strang said. They come to drink. Were here for strictly horse racing.
And the food, Mr. Gerson said.
While food options have also increased, so have the prices: two cheese-steak sandwiches and two beers were going for $42.
Last year, the event was expanded from a one-day race to a three-day festival, with 17 stakes races over the course of three days, said Jenny Kellner, the assistant director of communications for NYRA.
Photo A bettor at the racetrack. Credit Victor J. Blue for The New York TimesThis years Belmont Stakes increased the number of stakes races to 19: three on Thursday, six on Friday and 10 on Saturday.
We prepare for the Belmont Stakes as if its a Triple Crown every year, no matter what, said Pat McKenna, the director of communications for NYRA.
But without the prospect of a Triple Crown winner, some at Belmont on Friday suggested that the high prices at the concessions stand and at the admission gate were out of step with the mellower day.
Tony Zuyus, who was at Belmont Park on Friday, bikes there once a week, a habit he said he has maintained for 55 years. He said he can recognize a fellow regular at the races because they are less likely to be fancily dressed.
For the first time in 20 years, Mr. Zuyus said he would not be able to attend the races on Belmont Stakes day. His wife is recovering from a surgery, and he did not want to leave her for 12 hours. And anyway, this year would bring no Triple Crown winner.
Theres no excitement in the air, he said, comparing this year to last. The place is virtually empty.
But when Mr. Zuyus paused to watch the sixth race on a giant television and his chosen horse, Rock Eagle, won, he looked decidedly excited.
He raised his arms in the air. Go on, baby! Mr. Zuyus said.
Correction: June 11, 2016An earlier version of this article misstated the number of people estimated to attend the Belmont Stakes on Saturday. As of Friday, 46,000 tickets had been sold, with more tickets anticipated to be sold on the day of the race; the number of attendees was not expected to be 46,000.
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