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Many moons ago I received the great accolade of being named Premier League manager of the season – with Crystal Palace in 2014. Along with the same award I won with Gillingham for Division Three (now League Two) in 1996, it’s one of my most treasured memories over the many years I have been in the game.So, who do I believe deserves recognition this year? The League Managers Association (LMA) holds its annual awards dinner on Tuesday, recognising achievements across the men’s and women’s game. For me, there are several names that stand out.In the Premier League, the divisional award…
Jeff Brohm discusses contract situation with Louisville footballJeff Brohm talks about his contract extension talks with Louisville as the program works toward a new deal after continued success.Recruiting Kentucky will always be Louisville football’s priority. Since making that promise upon his hiring, head coach Jeff Brohm has held to that commitment heading into Year 4 at the helm of the program. And with the addition of general manager Vince Marrow, signing the best talent out of Ohio is second. During his introductory news conference in June 2025, Marrow — who’s also from Youngtown, Ohio — recalled a conversation he had with former Oklahoma coach Bob Stoops about recruiting. “‘If I had Ohio that close to me, at Oklahoma, I would spend…
Jonas Valanciunas confirmed interest from multiple EuroLeague teams, said a decision is expected in early July, depending on Denver’s plans for his contract, and made it clear he won’t force a move or announce an NBA retirement. Denver Nuggets backup center Jonas Valanciunas exited the playoffs in the first round and is now drawing strong interest from EuroLeague clubs. Jonas Valančiūnas MIN: 12.99 PTS: 8.38 (63.18%) REB: 4.9 AS: 1.14 ST: 0.2 BL: 0.55 TO: 1.13 GM: 69 “I received attention,” Valanciunas said on the PIKENROLAS show on 15min. “Yes, there were talks with one team, another team, and the…
Eagles special teams coordinator Michael Clay says he has no plans to pivot to defense and remains fully committed to coaching special teams long term.Michael Clay played linebacker at Oregon, worked in defensive coaching roles earlier in his career, and has spent 13 seasons coaching in the NFL, but the Eagles’ special teams coordinator has no interest in pivoting away from the role that helped build his reputation. Asked whether he views special teams as a stepping stone or has considered moving back to defense, Clay made it clear Thursday that he sees long-term value in remaining where he is.”People…
Hampshire all-rounder Eliza Bristowe, 17, has signed a six-month summer deal with the club after progressing through the Vipers Academy. Last season, she scored 151 runs and took 13 wickets for the academy. Eliza Bristowe, 17, has signed a six-month summer deal. (Image: Hampshire Cricket/Dave Vokes) Bristowe said: “I’m really excited to be awarded my first contract with Hampshire. “I can’t thank the coaches and staff at the club enough for backing me and helping me on my cricketing journey. “I look forward to doing what I can to help Hampshire win matches and trophies this summer.” She was also…
There are two sides to every story, of course, and Van Gaal has been asked for his own observations in response to Di Maria’s comments.Firstly, the highly-respected former Netherlands coach said he never asked to sign the player. It was a club decision, which he felt was a mistake.Secondly, he is a structured manager with a vision about the game, which assigns a job description for every player, and the role they need to carry out.Van Gaal argues he tried Di Maria in many positions without being about to find one where he was effective.Nevertheless, Di Maria’s criticisms are pointed…
Arsenal have been linked with Atletico Madrid star Julian Alvarez ahead of the summerAtletico Madrid’s Julian Alvarez has been linked with Arsenal(Image: Isosport/MB Media, Getty Images)Arsenal find themselves in an enviable position heading into the summer transfer window. The newly-crowned Premier League champions could also enter the market after a possible Champions League triumph.Mikel Arteta’s side collected the Premier League trophy on Sunday and still have the opportunity to further cement their legacy before the curtain falls on the season. The Gunners are gearing up to face Paris Saint-Germain in the Champions League final this weekend as Arsenal bid to…
New York Knicks are heading to the NBA Finals for the first time in 27 years after sweeping Cleveland Cavaliers in East finals.Published On 26 May 202626 May 2026As the clock wound down, few Cleveland Cavaliers fans could be found. The New York Knicks left them with no reason to stick around.Karl-Anthony Towns scored 19 points and grabbed 14 rebounds as the Knicks advanced to the NBA Finals for the first time since 1999, routing the Cavaliers 130-93 in Game 4 of the Eastern Conference finals on Monday night.Recommended Stories list of 4 itemsend of listThe Knicks extended their franchise…
A strong case could be made that among all of the hires Ravens rookie head coach Jesse Minter would make, finding a proven, winning offensive mind to run that side of the ball was chief among them.Minter’s expertise is defense, and if he wasn’t going to hire a former NFL head coach anywhere, then at the very least somewhere on that offensive staff, there had best be someone with a substantial track record of planning and devising and calling and running a successful NFL offense. Alas, no such hire was made. Anything but.Instead the Ravens – rest assured nothing was…
Inverclyde 96 all outMearns 3s 97 for 7 IN a low-scoring and keenly-contested match at Gourock Park, Inverclyde lost out by three wickets to Mearns 3rds, with their middle order batting collapse the main reason for the defeat. Inverclyde’s innings had a poor start when captain Dave Cooke was run-out in the second over after a sharp return from deep third man. Scott Campbell and Mohammad Anwer batted well in a 50-run second wicket partnership until Campbell was caught at mid-on for 10 at 55 for 2 in the 16th over. Anwer was then caught-and-bowled after a fine innings of…