Sports

Yesterday’s sports heroes seemed a lot more human

One of the more revealing stories that circulated after Muhammad Ali’s death was a tale of him hanging out in a kitchen in some posh… Continue reading

  • Jun 21, 2016
  • By SHAWN WINDSOR
In this March 8 photo, Fencer Ibtihaj Muhammad poses for photos at the 2016 Olympic Team USA media summit in Beverly Hills, California. Muhammad will make history at the Rio Games by becoming the first American athlete to wear a hijab - a Muslim head scarf - while competing in the Olympics.

Fencing finds its star

In Ibtihaj Muhammad, fencing might have finally found an athlete whose story transcends the sport.Muhammad will make history at the Rio Games by becoming the… Continue reading

  • Jun 20, 2016
  • By LUKE MEREDITH
In this March 8 photo, Fencer Ibtihaj Muhammad poses for photos at the 2016 Olympic Team USA media summit in Beverly Hills, California. Muhammad will make history at the Rio Games by becoming the first American athlete to wear a hijab - a Muslim head scarf - while competing in the Olympics.
This April 16, 2008 photo shows Antoaneta Boneva of Bulgaria preparing to take aim during practice for the 25 MM pistol competition at the Good Luck Beijing ISSF World Cup in Beijing, China.

Shooting to end with duel for the gold

Shooting will have a different look at the Rio Olympics this summer.The International Shooting Sport Federation altered the finals format for Olympic events, starting all… Continue reading

  • Jun 20, 2016
  • By JOHN MARSHALL
This April 16, 2008 photo shows Antoaneta Boneva of Bulgaria preparing to take aim during practice for the 25 MM pistol competition at the Good Luck Beijing ISSF World Cup in Beijing, China.
In this March 8 photo,Rugby player Alev Kelter poses for photos at the 2016 Team USA Media Summit in Beverly Hills, California.

Rugby looks like the path to Olympics for multi-sport Kelter

They share locker rooms, they sing together, sometimes even ride to the games on the same bus.It didn’t take long for Alev Kelter to recognize… Continue reading

  • Jun 20, 2016
  • By EDDIE PELLS
In this March 8 photo,Rugby player Alev Kelter poses for photos at the 2016 Team USA Media Summit in Beverly Hills, California.

Sports on TV for Monday, June 20

AUTO RACING9 a.m., NBCSN — IndyCar, Kohler Grand Prix, at Elkhart Lake, Wis.11 a.m., FS1 — NASCAR, Sprint Cup Series, Toyota/Save Mart 350, at Sonoma,… Continue reading

  • Jun 20, 2016

Miller makes it clear he’ll sit out 2016 if no deal is completed

ENGLEWOOD, Colo. — The Denver Broncos’ summer break began with an ominous message from superstar Von Miller. The Super Bowl MVP suggested he’ll sit out… Continue reading

  • Jun 19, 2016
  • By ARNIE STAPLETON

Russian track and field athletes banned from Rio

VIENNA — Russia’s track and field athletes will be banned from competing for their country at the Rio de Janeiro Olympics after a landmark decision… Continue reading

  • Jun 19, 2016

Kerr, Curry each fined $25,000

CLEVELAND — Steve Kerr and Stephen Curry let their frustrations with Game 6 of the NBA Finals be known, and it came at a price.Each… Continue reading

  • Jun 19, 2016
  • By TIM REYNOLDS
Cleveland Cavaliers forward LeBron James (23) and Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry (30) during the second half of Game 6 of basketball's NBA Finals in Cleveland, Thursday, June 16, 2016. (AP Photo/Ron Schwane)

For LBJ, Curry, ultimate test to decide NBA title

CLEVELAND — It’s the two-time reigning MVP who is trying to finish off a record setting season with a second straight title, against a two-time… Continue reading

  • Jun 19, 2016
  • By TIM REYNOLDS
Cleveland Cavaliers forward LeBron James (23) and Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry (30) during the second half of Game 6 of basketball's NBA Finals in Cleveland, Thursday, June 16, 2016. (AP Photo/Ron Schwane)

Graham, Rawls expected to be ready for season

RENTON, Wash. — If Pete Carroll’s optimism proves justified, the Seattle Seahawks will have Jimmy Graham and Thomas Rawls on the field when the regular… Continue reading

  • Jun 19, 2016
  • By TIM BOOTH

Former Seahawk pleads not guilty to hit-run

SEATTLE — Former Seattle Seahawks fullback Derrick Coleman has pleaded not guilty to felony hit and run and vehicular assault in connection with a car… Continue reading

  • Jun 17, 2016

Russia to learn if its track team can go to Rio

Russia will learn on Friday if its track and field athletes will be allowed to compete at the Rio de Janeiro Olympics, as more damning… Continue reading

  • Jun 17, 2016
  • By NESHA STARCEVIC

Former JDHS athlete to play in overseas tourney

A former Juneau-Douglas High School football and basketball player has been selected to play in a collegiate and semi-pro tournament in Barbados next week. Adam… Continue reading

Miami Marlins' Ichiro Suzuki hits a single against the Minnesota Twins during the first inning of a baseball game Tuesday, June 7, 2016, in Minneapolis. The Twins won 6-4 in 11 innings. (AP Photo/Bruce Kluckhohn)

A really big hit in Japan: Suzuki picks off Rose’s total

TOKYO — Ichiro Suzuki’s latest milestone has been a really big hit in Japan.Newspapers published special editions for the morning rush hour, the national broadcaster… Continue reading

  • Jun 17, 2016
  • By JIM ARMSTRONG
Miami Marlins' Ichiro Suzuki hits a single against the Minnesota Twins during the first inning of a baseball game Tuesday, June 7, 2016, in Minneapolis. The Twins won 6-4 in 11 innings. (AP Photo/Bruce Kluckhohn)

Eagles’ Cox calls his new contract ‘mind-blowing’

PHILADELPHIA — Fletcher Cox is getting paid like the quarterbacks he tries to torment.“It’s really mind-blowing when you’re dealing with that much money,” Cox said… Continue reading

  • Jun 17, 2016
  • By ROB MAADDI

England subs pay off, earn 2-1 win over Wales at Euro 2016

LENS, France — Jamie Vardy equalized with his third touch of the ball. Daniel Sturridge scored the winning goal in the first minute of injury… Continue reading

  • Jun 17, 2016
  • By STEVE DOUGLAS

Bennett shows but doesn’t participate at minicamp

RENTON, Wash. — Even though Michael Bennett has expressed complaints over the past year about his contract with the Seattle Seahawks, he’s not one to… Continue reading

  • Jun 16, 2016
  • By TIM BOOTH

Bogut out for rest of Finals with knee injury

CLEVELAND — Golden State center Andrew Bogut will need six to eight weeks to recover from a left knee injury, ruling him out for the… Continue reading

  • Jun 16, 2016
  • By TIM REYNOLDS

Warriors remain poised in quest for title

OAKLAND, Calif. — Stephen Curry sat on the bench and buried his head in his hand. Fellow Splash Brother Klay Thompson wrapped a towel around… Continue reading

  • Jun 16, 2016
  • By JANIE McCAULEY

Virtual reality the latest new high-tech way to watch sports

NEW YORK — Sports fans who own the right devices can follow the action at a major event this week in a new, high-tech way.… Continue reading

  • Jun 16, 2016
  • By RACHEL COHEN