SEC, Big Ten unite to form advisory group aimed at tackling issues amid changing landscape in college sports

SEC, Big Ten unite to form advisory group aimed at tackling issues amid changing landscape in college sports

[ad_1] The Big Ten and SEC announced Friday they are banding together to form a joint advisory group with the goal of addressing the “significant challenges” facing college sports. The move comes as the NCAA struggles to govern intercollegiate athletics amid a sea of change that has imperiled the longstanding amateur model.  “The Big Ten…

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Krajicek and Ram Lift U.S. to Davis Cup World Group

Krajicek and Ram Lift U.S. to Davis Cup World Group

[ad_1] Photo credit: Saulius Čirba The U.S. delivered a double dose of commitment to return to the Davis Cup World Group. Austin Krajicek and Rajeev Ram beat Illya Beloborodko and Oleksii Krutykh, 6-3, 4-6, 6-3 clinching the U.S. Davis Cup win over Ukraine and return to the World Group today. The victory gave the United States an insurmountable 3-0 lead over Ukraine…

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Jimmy Butler: This group wants a championship

Jimmy Butler: This group wants a championship

[ad_1] Miami Heat star Jimmy Butler isn’t worried about the team’s 7-game losing streak. (via Bally Sports Sun): “I’m not concerned. I still know what we’re capable of, I really do. We’ve just gotta go out there and stick together through the good, through the bad, through the indifferent. I know what these group of…

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Jacque Vaughn: Our group is still learning lessons

Jacque Vaughn: Our group is still learning lessons

[ad_1] Brooklyn Nets head coach Jacque Vaughn talked about the team’s horrendous fourth quarter following yesterday’s 125-114 road loss vs. the Los Angeles Clippers (outscored 41-15/Clippers closed the game on a 22-0 run). (via YES Network): Reporter: “It’s not one thing. It’s not a busted coverage or a blown call. When you have five minutes…

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Game Report: London Lions 99 – 77 Seriös Group Newcastle Eagles

Game Report: London Lions 99 – 77 Seriös Group Newcastle Eagles

[ad_1] The London Lions defeat the Seriös Group Newcastle Eagles in opening British Basketball League Trophy clash. London Lions starting five: Gabriel Olaseni, Jordan Taylor, Conor Morgan, Luke Nelson, Ciaran SandySeriös Group Newcastle Eagles starting five: Rickey McGill, Larry Austin Jr., Jordan Johnson, Darius Defoe, Tajh Green First Half: The London Lions needed no extra motivation…

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