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Can the Pac-12 survive? Conference of champions faces murky future
The conference of champions appears to be in crisis.

Captain Horan sets the tone for United States at the Women’s World Cup
WELLINGTON, New Zealand Lindsey Horan is setting a feisty tone for the United States at the Women s World Cup.

Angels say they won’t trade Shohei Ohtani, who celebrates with 1-hitter, 2 homers
DETROIT Shohei Ohtani looked his manager in the eye and in just a few words, left no doubt of his intentions.

Saquon Barkley followed his heart in signing franchise tag and joining the Giants
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. Star running back Saquon Barkley followed his heart in signing his franchise tag and joining the New York Giants for the start of training camp.

Little League: Back Mountain National wins state opener in odd ending
Back Mountain National received a big swing, strong pitching and an odd ending to defeat Mifflinburg 2-1 Wednesday in the first round of the Little League Major Baseball state tournament at Newtown-Ed

Northwestern interim coach fends for himself as Wildcats players skip annual Big Ten kickoff
INDIANAPOLIS David Braun answered the questions like a poised veteran.

Jalen Hurts says no to Netflix, yes to big contract, raises Super Bowl hopes in Philadelphia
PHILADELPHIA Jalen Hurts jogged out in his red Eagles jersey as the chorus of a Lil Wayne song pierced through the shrieks of hundreds of Eagles fans that caught their first glimpse of the season of

Buffalo hammers RailRiders 14-2 in matinee
The Scranton/Wilkes-Barre RailRiders dropped a 14-2 decision to the Buffalo Bisons on Wednesday. Franchy Cordero had a two-hit contest, while Estevan Florial recorded his 22nd homer of the season.

Olympic champion Canada comes back to beat Ireland 2-1 at the Women’s World Cup
PERTH, Australia Conceding a goal directly from a corner kick against Ireland on Wednesday, Olympic champion Canada was in trouble in its second game of the Women s World Cup.

Tennis locals compete at Keystone State Games
DALLAS Two days of highly exciting hardcourt action wrapped up on Wednesday as the Keystone State Games held its annual tennis competition at Newberry Estates in Dallas.

Philippines shocks co-host New Zealand
WELLINGTON, New Zealand With its first goal at its first Women s World Cup the underdog Philippines achieved its first win Tuesday, shocking host New Zealand 1-0 in a Group A match made contentious

Extremist attacks wounded Paris. Here’s why the city turned to the 2024 Olympics to heal
PARIS For the mayor of Paris, the city s journey to next year s Olympic Games included an epiphany born of brutality: the slaughter of 17 people by gunmen acting in the names of al-Qaida and the Isl

Michigan coach Jim Harbaugh facing 4-game suspension for breaking NCAA rules, AP source says
Michigan coach Jim Harbaugh is facing a four-game suspension for breaking NCAA rules over improper contact with recruits, a person with knowledge of a proposed settlement between the school and NCAA e

Saquon Barkley, Giants settle on 1-year deal worth up to $11 million
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. Saquon Barkley and his contract are not going to be a distraction in training camp for the New York Giants.

Bronny James, son of LeBron, in stable condition after cardiac arrest at USC basketball practice
Bronny James, the oldest son of NBA superstar LeBron James, was hospitalized in stable condition on Tuesday, a day after going into cardiac arrest while participating in a practice at the University o

Key, Brohm aim to deliver 1st-year spark to alma maters
CHARLOTTE, N.C. Brent Key grew accustomed to the days as an assistant coach with Georgia Tech players popping into his office, plopping down on the couch and venting a bit.

Bergeron announces retirement after 19 seasons
BOSTON Patrice Bergeron, who led the Boston Bruins to the 2011 championship and two other trips to the Stanley Cup Final over two decades in which he established himself as the NHL s dominant two-wa

Cowboys, Diggs agree on extension; source say Martin a camp holdout
There s a new No. 1 on the to-do list at training camp as the Dallas Cowboys once again start their pursuit of the playoff breakthrough that has eluded them for 27 years.

Following a historic start, the slumping Rays are suddenly playing catch-up in the AL East
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. The slumping Tampa Bay Rays believe in themselves.

Vladimir Guerrero Jr. is hitting well after his Derby win, and Toronto’s offense could use a boost
Vladimir Guerrero Jr. is hitting just fine after winning the All-Star Home Run Derby.