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Sir Alex Ferguson was so determined to sign a teenage Wayne Rooney for Manchester United he came in for the striker twice.That is what Everton boss David Moyes revealed on the latest episode of The Wayne Rooney Show, as he provided a behind-the-scenes insight into how Ferguson’s interest first came about.Then 18, Rooney moved to the Red Devils in August 2004 in a deal that was worth £27m.He had scored 15 goals in 67 Premier League appearances for the Toffees and had also been linked with Newcastle.”I never wanted Wayne to leave,” said Moyes.”The worst was the guy I had…
This year, the Browns gave out 600 pairs of cleats and sneakers, as well as hundreds of apparel items including, t-shirts, workout tees, sweatshirts, sweatpants, jackets, compression gear, hats and more. Coaches received football essentials including footballs, gloves, equipment bags, water bottles, water jugs, water carriers, shoulder pads, guardian caps, a quarterback net and more. The Browns also provided flag football belts, available to coaches with flag football programs.The giveaway also included weight room and strength and conditioning equipment—an increasingly vital resource for developing football programs. Items included a Rogue hamstring curl machine, a Rogue cable machine, Rogue multi-press machines,…
Ahead of a potential offseason trade, Milwaukee Bucks superstar forward Giannis Antetokounmpo praised two fanbases as the NBA’s best.During a discussion on Marlon’s live stream (h/t NBA Central), Giannis said the Boston Celtics and Philadelphia 76ers have the most “passionate” fans and make for the best atmosphere to play in:It is unclear if either the Celtics or 76ers have the desire or ability to acquire Giannis, but he is by far the biggest name believed to be on the trade block, as ESPN’s Shams Charania reported two weeks ago that the Bucks were “open for business on trade calls and…
(Photo: Ryan Hafey / Premier Boxing Champions) Errol Spence Jnr won’t be going it alone when he treks Down Under to meet Australia’s former junior-middleweight beltholder Tim Tszyu in late July. Former middleweight titlist and Spence stablemate Jermall Charlo will also be on the card, an individual connected to the card confirmed to BoxingScene Friday following reports of Charlo’s addition. Houston’s Charlo, 34-0 (23 KOs), last fought 12 months ago, when he defeated Thomas LaManna by sixth-round TKO in Las Vegas. That bout was supposed to serve as a precursor to a Charlo showdown with former IBF super-middleweight boss Caleb…
The event will take place on Sunday, June 28, from 12pm to 5pm at the King George V Playing Field, with all proceeds going to Brain Tumour Research and Victoria’s Promise. Attendees can look forward to live music from The Moonshine Duo, as well as various stalls offering face painting, cakes, a tombola, Best Kebabs, and ice cream from The Hogget. The Moonshine Duo will be live at the charity day. (Image: Moonshine Duo) There will also be therapy stands and a ‘Test your bowling speed’ challenge featuring a speed gun. As part of the festivities, a softball tournament will…
Adolfo Daniel Vallejo has been criticised for saying his French Open second-round match should not have been umpired by a woman as they do not have the “courage” to handle the crowd.The Paraguayan world number 71 lost to French teenager Moise Kouame on Court Suzanne-Lenglen on Thursday, with the 17-year-old receiving vocal support in a near five-hour 6-3 7-5 2-6 2-6 7-6 (10-8) victory.Vallejo criticised umpire Ana Carvalho of Brazil for being unable to control the “annoying” and “disrespectful” crowd.He also said he was unhappy with how much time Kouame was given in between points.Players are only allowed to take…
Michigan coach Kyle Whittingham will ditch his maize and blue hat for a helmet at the NTT IndyCar Series Detroit Grand Prix on Sunday. Whittingham has been chosen to ride in the Fastest Seat in Sports as he leads the drivers to the green flag.The 66-year-old coach will get to experience what it’s like to be in a custom IndyCar as it flies around the 1.645-mile street track in Detroit prior to the start of the race. Whittingham will join a long line of sports figures who have taken a ride in the Fastest Seat in Sports, including Michigan legend…
NFL receiver Michael Pittman on benefits of boating, fishing playersPittsburgh Steelers receiver, Michael Pittman, explains how boating and fishing are becoming more popular among NFL players.Dallas Cowboys wide receiver Parris Campbell is calling it a career at 28 years old.Campbell didn’t make an announcement about his decision, but the Cowboys officially moved the veteran receiver to the reserve/retired list on May 27.Campbell played seven NFL seasons after being a second-round pick by the Indianapolis Colts out of Ohio State. He played sparingly across his first three seasons before enjoying a breakout 2022 season on eve of free agency, generating 63…
Both Adam Azim and opponent Steve Claggett came in under the 140lbs super-lightweight limit ahead of their fight at Wembley Arena on Saturday.They top the Boxxer bill that will be broadcast on BBC 2 and iPlayer in the UK. Azim weighed 139lbs and Claggett was 0.3lbs heavier.Promoter Ben Shalom believes the bout against the tough Canadian could be his last before challenging for world honors, should he come through unscathed.Azim, 23 and trained by Shane McGuigan, had been due to fight Gustavo Lemos earlier in the year but both fighters got injured and the fight was shelved.It means the lightning-fast Azim has…
It was Degg’s second and highest SPL hundred for South Wilts, whom he joined in 2023 while studying at Southampton Solent University. He played his formative cricket in Devon. James Degg hit a 135 as South Wilts extended their unbeaten start to the season. (Image: Roy Honeybone) It underpinned a formidable 289 against weakened Bashley, half of last season’s side having left for ‘greener pastures’ in the winter. Degg hit 16 boundaries and dominated a 135-run second-wicket partnership with Cape Town’s Josh Chippendale (58), who struck a maiden SPL fifty. Michael Porter rotated Bashley’s bowling options, using eight including his…