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Canadian world junior goalie Carter George uses music to drown out pressure

Canadian world junior goalie Carter George uses music to drown out pressure

Goaltender Carter George will pick a song every so often as part of his routine and sing it over and over — even when he's in the middle of the action.
Edwards scores 26, Wolves hold on to beat Mavs 105-99 after Doncic injury

Edwards scores 26, Wolves hold on to beat Mavs 105-99 after Doncic injury

DALLAS (AP) — Anthony Edwards scored 26 points, and the Minnesota Timberwolves held on for a 105-99 Christmas Day victory over Dallas after Mavericks superstar Luka Doncic left the game with a strained left calf.
Bridges scores season-high 41, Knicks withstand Wembanyama's monster Christmas debut to edge Spurs

Bridges scores season-high 41, Knicks withstand Wembanyama's monster Christmas debut to edge Spurs

NEW YORK (AP) — Mikal Bridges scored a season-high 41 points, and the New York Knicks overcame 42 from Victor Wembanyama in a monster Christmas debut to edge the San Antonio Spurs 117-114 on Wednesday.
A look back and ahead at the stories making news in men's hockey

A look back and ahead at the stories making news in men's hockey

Connor McDavid was in tears. The Edmonton Oilers had given everything they could in a hard-fought Stanley Cup final against the Florida Panthers.
South Florida edges San Jose 41-39 in 5th overtime of Hawaii Bowl

South Florida edges San Jose 41-39 in 5th overtime of Hawaii Bowl

HONOLULU (AP) — Bryce Archie found Keshaun Singleton over the middle to give South Florida the lead in the fifth overtime and Mac Harris batted down a pass in the end zone to give the Bulls a 41-39 victory over San Jose State on Tuesday night in the
McKenna to Martone: 10 players to watch at the world junior hockey championship

McKenna to Martone: 10 players to watch at the world junior hockey championship

The world junior hockey championship has produced memorable moments and breathtaking performances. Here are 10 players to watch when the annual event gets going Thursday.
Steve Meehan, Canada new men's rugby coach, honed his skills at clubs round the globe

Steve Meehan, Canada new men's rugby coach, honed his skills at clubs round the globe

The 58-year-old has been put in charge of the 23rd-ranked Canadian men, succeeding Kingsley Jones, who stepped down earlier this month after seven years on the job.
After decades in the gnar, B.C. mountain biking royalty go beyond the extreme

After decades in the gnar, B.C. mountain biking royalty go beyond the extreme

NORTH VANCOUVER, B.C. — Betty Birrell expertly guides her mountain bike over an elevated wooden ramp, catching some air, then lands smoothly on a trail she's ridden countless times before.
Caitlin Clark honored as AP Female Athlete of the Year following her impact on women's sports

Caitlin Clark honored as AP Female Athlete of the Year following her impact on women's sports

Caitlin Clark raised the profile of women's basketball to unprecedented levels in both the college ranks and the WNBA, and Tuesday she was named the AP Female Athlete of the Year for her impact on and off the court.
Canucks hoping to heal, relax and refocus during brief break

Canucks hoping to heal, relax and refocus during brief break

The bright glow of a two-goal performance by Elias Pettersson was dimmed a little when the Vancouver Canuck centre left Monday’s 4-3 win over the San Jose Sharks early in the third period.