Talladega usually offers up few surprisesTalladega usually offers up few surprises
The winners here have been fairly predictable in the 15 races since David Ragan won in the spring of 2013. Will that continue on Sunday?
Day: April 21, 2021
Grizzlies aim to beat Clippers after tough lossGrizzlies aim to beat Clippers after tough loss
The Memphis Grizzlies will look for a bit of redemption on the road against the Los Angeles Clippers on Wednesday night after losing a double-overtime game against the Denver Nuggets on Monday. Memphis led by 12 with 3:52 left. While the Grizzlies suffered the tough road loss, they could get an impact player back with Jaren Jackson Jr. scheduled to return soon.
Hawks, Knicks battle for fourth spot in EastHawks, Knicks battle for fourth spot in East
Fourth place in the East will be on the line Wednesday night when the Knicks host the Hawks in a matchup of two of the NBAs biggest surprises. The Knicks allowed just 31 second-half points in beating the Charlotte Hornets 109-97, and the Hawks raced to a 17-point halftime lead in defeating the Orlando Magic 112-96. The win was the seventh straight for the Knicks (32-27), who moved past the idle Boston Celtics into fifth place in the Eastern Conference — just a half-game behind the fourth-place Hawks (32-26), who have won five of their past six games and nine of 11.
NHL Power Rankings: Toughest remaining schedule stretch for all 31 teamsNHL Power Rankings: Toughest remaining schedule stretch for all 31 teams
Vegas takes over the No. 1 spot in our poll. Plus, which span of games will have an outsized impact on the playoff races?
NHL Playoff Watch Daily: Blackhawks face critical matchup against the PredatorsNHL Playoff Watch Daily: Blackhawks face critical matchup against the Predators
Chicago’s playoff hopes remain alive, and a win tonight would bring them closer to the bubble in the Central Division.
Short-handed Nuggets face Blazers, look for fourth straight winShort-handed Nuggets face Blazers, look for fourth straight win
The Denver Nuggets went from serious title contenders to a question mark when Jamal Murray went down with a torn ACL in his left knee. Since losing their starting point guard they have won three straight, however, and they’re looking for their fourth in a row when they play at the Portland Trail Blazers on Wednesday night. Denver (37-20) has won three games in three different ways.
Hamilton: Chauvin conviction just one step towards equal societyHamilton: Chauvin conviction just one step towards equal society
Lewis Hamilton said Derek Chauvin’s conviction shows the push to promote justice and equality is not in vein, while stressing that the “fight isn’t over”.
Southern California PGA Junior Tour announces partnership with Patrick Cantlay FoundationSouthern California PGA Junior Tour announces partnership with Patrick Cantlay Foundation
The Southern California PGA and the SCPGA Junior Tour are pleased to announce a two-year partnership with the Patrick Cantlay Foundation and the creation of the “Patrick Cantlay Series,” launching in the Summer of 2021. The Patrick Cantlay Series will be a series of four (4) elite junior events to be conducted on the SCPGA Junior Tour’s Toyota Tour Cup schedule for both the 2021 and 2022 seasons. Patrick Cantlay participated in the SCPGA Junior Tour from 2002-2010, and has become one of the most successful alumni of the program. He is a three-time PGA TOUR Champion, including the Shriners Hospitals for Children Open in 2017, the Memorial Tournament in 2019, and the ZOZO Championship in 2020. Cantlay is currently ranked 8th in the Official World Golf Rankings and is considered one of the top stars on Tour with his consistency and tenacity. Cantlay had a successful amateur career and was the number one golfer in the World Amateur Golf Ranking for 55 weeks. The Patrick Cantlay Series will consist of four events within the Toyota Tour Cup schedule, showcasing the top junior golfers within Southern California and the surrounding regions. The events will be among the highest-ranked events on the schedule and promise to provide elite competition and a unique and fun experience for the participants on some of the areas best courses. “The SCPGA Junior Tour was instrumental in my development as a golfer. The competition was second to none, and some of my fondest memories are of my junior golf days competing in the SCPGA Toyota Tour Cup. That time laid the foundation for me in the collegiate, amateur and professional ranks in golf, both on the course as well as gaining life skills along the way,” Patrick said. “As the first project of the Patrick Cantlay Foundation, I’m thrilled we can support the SCPGA Junior Tour and reward hard working juniors as well as provide these additional opportunities for youth to play the game.” “For a player of Patrick’s caliber to recognize the importance of giving back to his community, and to the junior program he enjoyed, is to be commended. We are fortunate to have many alumni who have achieved great success both in the professional ranks and within the community, and we are always grateful for their support. The level of support Patrick has committed to, is the largest to date from any of our alumni or donors. We are thrilled with his commitment and his continued support in seeing the SCPGA Junior Tour continue to thrive”, said Nikki Gatch, Chief Operating Officer for the SCPGA. The Patrick Cantlay Series will begin on June 28-29 at Arroyo Trabuco Golf Club (Mission Viejo, CA); July 19-20 at The Saticoy Club (Somis, CA); September 11-12 at Indian Wells Resort (Indian Wells, CA); and the Series Championship on October 16-17 at La Costa Resort (Carlsbad, CA). About the Southern California PGA Junior Tour Established in 1948, the Southern California PGA now hosts one of the largest and most respected junior golf programs in the country. The SCPGA Junior Tour is a three-tiered program featuring the Toyota Tour Cup, the Players Tour and the Junior Development Tour. Together, these three tours administer over 290 tournaments annually for kids of all ages and skill-levels. These events provide playing opportunities throughout Southern California, many of which are hosted by PGA facilities. The Junior Tour boasts countless alumni including Tiger Woods, Patrick Cantlay, Lizette Salas, Rickie Fowler, Danielle Kang, Collin Morikawa, Matthew Wolff, Angel Yin, Xander Schauffele, Haley Moore, and many more. About the Patrick Cantlay Foundation The Patrick Cantlay Foundation is a 501(c)(3) organization that is honored to partner with initiatives that support the game of junior golf and help with programs that assist and advocate on behalf of first-responders. As an American professional golfer, Cantlay’s foundation efforts focus on places that he has called home or that have held significance to him during his career. Please visit www.PatrickCantlay.com to learn more.
Denny Hamlin clinches Busch Pole Award for TalladegaDenny Hamlin clinches Busch Pole Award for Talladega
Denny Hamlin has claimed the Busch Pole Award for Sunday’s GEICO 500 (2 p.m. ET, FOX, MRN, SiriusXM NASCAR Radio) at Talladega Superspeedway. Hamlin will start his No. 11 Joe Gibbs Racing Toyota from the pole position for the third time this season in the 500-miler at the 2.66-mile Alabama track. He finished second last […]
Ryan Alford wins APGA Tour Scottsdale for first professional tour triumphRyan Alford wins APGA Tour Scottsdale for first professional tour triumph
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. – Ryan Alford of Shreveport, Louisiana, a regular practice partner of PGA TOUR pro Sam Burns, shot a three-under 68 to capture the APGA Tour Scottsdale title Tuesday at TPC Scottsdale’s Champions Course. The 24 year-old former Louisiana Tech golfer and high school teammate of Burns, fired a 65-68-133 (9 under overall) to top 2020 APGA Tour Player of the Year Tim O’Neal by three strokes with Tommy Schaff of Ridgeland, South Carolina, in third place, another stroke behind. Willie Mack of Flint, Michigan, and Aaron Beverly of Fairfield, California, tied for fifth at 3 under. Mack, who has teed off in two PGA TOUR events this year, has another sponsor exemption into the Korn Ferry Tour’s Huntsville Championship April 29-May 2 in Huntsville, Alabama. Phoenix resident Doug Smith led a group of five players tied for seventh place at even par. “Told myself just try to keep it simple,” offered Alford, who is the fourth consecutive first-time winner in the APGA Tour 2021 season. “We had a good week.” Alford was on the leaderboard last week at APGA Tour Las Vegas before playing the final nine holes at 6 over. “I changed my mindset,” he continued. “Told myself to erase the bad and keep going with the good. Talent is not the issue. It’s just a matter of getting it done.” Alford was three-under on the back nine, including an eagle at the par-5 10th. A tap-in birdie on the par-5 17th provided some breathing room and Alford pocketed the first place check of $7,500 from the $25,000 purse. The other first-time winners on the APGA Tour this year are Jarred Garcia, who took the Black History Month Classic at PGA Golf Club in Port St. Lucie, Florida, Rovonta Young, the victor at APGA Tour at World Golf Village in St. Augustine, Florida, and Kamaiu Johnson, who won APGA Tour Las Vegas last week. The competition at the TPC Scottsdale Champions Course (7,115-yards, par 71) was the sixth tournament of the year for the 13-event circuit whose mission is to bring greater diversity to the sport of golf. A total of 62 players, including seven amateurs, competed in the tournament and all activities were conducted under social-distancing and health/safety guidelines in conjunction with regional authorities. Scores and additional detail are available at www.bluegolf.com. The APGA Tour 2021 season reaches its midpoint May 23-25 when APGA Tour Louisville is contested at famed Valhalla Golf Club, which is owned and operated by PGA of America.