Sons of All-Stars Holliday, Jones go 1-2 in MLB draft
Jackson Holliday and Druw Jones, sons of former major league All-Stars Matt and Andruw, were taken by Baltimore and Arizona with the first two picks in baseball’s amateur draft on Sunday night.
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Savannah State, Benedict to air on ESPNU
The Southern Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (SIAC) enters into the second year of its relationship with ESPN that will feature 22 football games this fall aired exclusively across ESPN platforms, including ESPNU, ESPN3, and ESPN+.
Gamecock football to be highlighted in five-part series on ESPNU
University of South Carolina Athletics is producing an all-access five-part video series on Gamecock Football, entitled “Welcome Home: South Carolina Football.”
Smith rallies to beat McIlroy at British Open for 1st major
Cameron Smith charged his way into history on the Old Course, a Sunday stunner at St. Andrews that sent the Australian to his first major by overcoming Rory McIlroy to win the British Open.
Griner lawyer: WNBA star had doctor’s note for cannabis use
A lawyer for WNBA star Brittney Griner at her drug possession trial in Russia on Friday gave the court a U.S. doctor’s letter recommending she use medical cannabis to treat pain.
Tiger Woods gets emotional sendoff from St. Andrews
Tiger Woods removed his cap a few strides from Swilcan Bridge, knowing Friday might be the last time he crossed over in a British Open at St. Andrews.
Lawyer: 30 women settle Watson-related claims against Texans
Thirty women who had accused the Houston Texans of turning a blind eye to allegations that Deshaun Watson was sexually assaulting and harassing women during massage sessions have settled their legal claims against the team, their attorney said Friday.
GG Jackson expected to commit to South Carolina
The number one player in the country is expected to commit to South Carolina, decommiting from UNC, according to a source and multiple reports Thursday.
Lindor leads Mets’ HR barrage in 7-3 win over Morton, Braves
The New York Mets won two of three in their NL East showdown with the Atlanta Braves despite playing without two of their four All-Stars.
Attendees Announced for 2022 ACC Football Kickoff
The Atlantic Coast Conference announced Wednesday the 42 student-athletes who will attend the 2022 ACC Football Kickoff, July 20-21, at The Westin Charlotte in Charlotte, North Carolina.
