Tag: Sports team and league operation
Jaguars owner unveils plans to develop downtown Jacksonville
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — The Jaguars unveiled plans Thursday to develop downtown Jacksonville, with team owner Shad Khan committing $60 million to a city-owned performance...
Yes. Tokyo Olympics are ‘a go’ despite opposition, pandemic
TOKYO — Will the postponed Tokyo Olympics open despite rising opposition and the pandemic?
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Women’s soccer saw significant disruption from pandemic
The coronavirus outbreak brought significant disruption to women's soccer around the world, with some players going without competition for as many as 250 days,...
Clippers plan augmented reality ‘Kids Cast’ of playoff game
LOS ANGELES — The LA Clippers game against the Dallas Mavericks on Wednesday not only carries big stakes in respect to the Western Conference...
Noelle Quinn ready for challenge of leading Seattle Storm
SEATTLE — Noelle Quinn is thrilled to join the lineage of former WNBA players to graduating from playing to being head coaches in the...
Braves OF Ozuna arrested on domestic violence charge
NEW YORK — Atlanta Braves outfielder Marcell Ozuna was arrested Saturday on charges of aggravated assault strangulation and misdemeanor family violence.
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Staying home: Lakers ink Staples Center lease through 2041
LOS ANGELES — The Los Angeles Lakers will stay home at Staples Center through at least 2041 after signing a long-term lease extension.
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Los Angeles Angels extend spring stay in Tempe through 2035
ANAHEIM, Calif. — The Los Angeles Angels will keep their spring training home in Tempe, Arizona, until at least 2035 after reaching a deal...
Champions League prize money grows as UEFA sales rise 8%
MADRID — Champions League teams will get more prize money for the next three years from a near 8% rise in total revenue to...
Sued by partner over sale, Taylor says T-wolves won’t move
MINNEAPOLIS — Timberwolves owner Glen Taylor expressed confidence Thursday that the NBA franchise will remain in Minnesota after it is sold, responding to a...