London faces tough legacy fitness challenge (Reuters)
London faces tough legacy fitness challenge (Reuters)
The London 2012 Olympics must break a long trend in order to deliver a promise to leave a fitter, healthier nation after the Games, the head of an independent watchdog said on Friday.
Moscow will host figure skating worlds (AP)
The world figure skating championships have a new site and a new date. The event will be held April 24 to May 1 at Moscow’s Megasport arena, the International Skating Union announced Thursday. The worlds initially were scheduled for this week in Tokyo, but Japanese officials said last weekend there was no way the country could serve as host following the March 11 earthquake and tsunami and…
Iowa injuries: Workout blamed, not staff (AP)
Iowa injuries: Workout blamed, not staff (AP)
A University of Iowa investigative committee said Wednesday the school should scrap an intense workout that left 13 football players hospitalized, conceding that whatever triggered their injuries remains a mystery. The five-member panel’s report clears the players, trainers and coaches of any wrongdoing, saying similar workouts have been done in the past without any injuries.
New Mexico St. assistant Dunbar retires (AP)
New Mexico St. assistant Dunbar retires (AP)
The offensive coordinator for the New Mexico State football program has announced his retirement after just one year with the team. Mike Dunbar joined the Aggies last season after stints as the offensive coordinator at Minnesota, California, Northwestern and Toledo. He was also head coach at Northern Iowa and Central Washington during more than 25 years in football.
Van Gaal to exit Bayern in summer
Bayern Munich coach Louis van Gaal set to leave the German club by mutual consent at the end of the season, one year before his contract was due to expire.
Canada too good for sloppy Kenya
Canada secure only their second-ever World Cup victory with a five-wicket win against Kenya in Delhi.
