World Sports Headlines for June 19, 2010

In Defense of Koman Coulibaly. Sort Of.

Tepidly coming to the defense of Koman Coulibaly, likely the only Malian whom American sports fans have ever heard of.

Source: NYT > Sports | 19 Jun 2010 | 3:29 am

Live - Scotland v England

Scotland win the toss and will bat first against England in a one-day international at The Grange, Edinburgh.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 19 Jun 2010 | 3:27 am

New Zealand 42-9 Wales

Fly-half Dan Carter scores two tries in a fine performance as he masterminds a heavy New Zealand win over Wales.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 19 Jun 2010 | 3:23 am

King George next up for Workforce

Derby winner Workforce will miss the Irish Derby and instead return for July's King George VI And Queen Elizabeth Stakes at Ascot.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 19 Jun 2010 | 3:22 am

Brazil has creative sparks and just not in South Africa

JOHANNESBURG (Reuters) - Brazil have plenty of players who could provide some much-needed inspiration and creativity as they attempt a sixth-world title but, unfortunately, they are not in...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 19 Jun 2010 | 2:11 am

Live - international rugby

Martin Johnson's under pressure England side face Australia in Sydney after the All Blacks hammer Wales 42-9.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 19 Jun 2010 | 1:12 am

Irish don sombreros as France loses to Mexico

Ever since Thierry Henry's unpunished hand ball helped deny Ireland its spot on soccer's grandest stage, Ireland has been awaiting its moment of retribution _ and is cheering every misstep...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 19 Jun 2010 | 1:11 am

Colorado Rockies put Troy Tulowitzki (broken wrist) on 15-day disabled list

The Colorado Rockies have placed shortstop Troy Tulowitzki on the 15-day disabled list with a broken left wrist.
Source: ESPN.com | 19 Jun 2010 | 1:10 am

Mets shut out Yankees to win eighth straight

Hisanori Takahashi outdueled Javier Vazquez again as the Mets won their eighth straight, downing the Yankees.
Source: ESPN.com | 19 Jun 2010 | 1:08 am

Sherri Steinhauer grabs ShopRite LPGA lead with 64

Almost two years ago, Sherri Steinhauer left the Canadian Open in tears. Her hips were in excruciating pain and there was a crushing thought that her more than two decades on the LPGA...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 19 Jun 2010 | 1:06 am

Sherri Steinhauer grabs ShopRite LPGA lead with 64 (AP)

AP - Almost two years ago, Sherri Steinhauer left the Canadian Open in tears.

Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 19 Jun 2010 | 1:06 am

Americans can't believe their tyin' eyes

Landon Donovan ran after the referee, seeking an explanation. None was given. None might ever be given. Koman Coulibaly of Mali had disallowed what appeared to be a go-ahead goal by...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 19 Jun 2010 | 1:05 am

Doesn't pay to be a World Cup favorite

Some days, it doesn't pay to be a favorite at the World Cup. Germany lost a key player, missed a penalty kick and lacked a scorer Friday, losing 1-0 to Serbia in a stunning Group D...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 19 Jun 2010 | 1:04 am

Mickelson discovers route to 66 at Pebble

It's easier said than done but there is, in fact, a formula for U.S. Open success at Pebble Beach. Attack and score on the first seven holes. Lay back and persevere through the last 12.
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 19 Jun 2010 | 1:03 am

Mickelson discovers route to 66 at Pebble (AP)

AP - It's easier said than done but there is, in fact, a formula for U.S. Open success at Pebble Beach.

Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 19 Jun 2010 | 1:03 am

Greenbacks and the gridiron at USC, a century ago

The L.A. school was accused of paying athletes, one of them a 'temporary student,' to play. Because of the controversy, Pomona College refused to play its rival for two years. ...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 19 Jun 2010 | 1:00 am

A Magnificent Victory for Esimit Europa 2 Yacht at Giraglia Race

Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 19 Jun 2010 | 1:00 am

Missing from the World Cup? China

'We're 1.3 billion people; can't we find at least 11 guys who are good at soccer?' groans one fan, tired of the country's lackluster showing in soccer and failure to qualify for the big show.

It is the world's most populous nation, with an awe-inspiring athletics record and voracious sports viewership. Its teams dominate events from badminton to diving, gymnastics, and even track and field. They won more gold medals than any other nation at the 2008 Olympics.

Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 19 Jun 2010 | 1:00 am

Greenbacks and the gridiron at USC, a century ago

The L.A. school was accused of paying athletes, one of them a 'temporary student,' to play. Because of the controversy, Pomona College refused to play its rival for two years.

The latest USC football scandal may have local fans yearning for an era when college sports were pristine. But it's not so easy determining just when (or if) that era existed.

Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 19 Jun 2010 | 1:00 am

Show Stoppers

Everything was set for Graeme McDowell to command the Day 2 spotlight at the U.S. Open ... until Phil Mickelson zipped up the leaderboard with an emphatic 66, writes Cameron Morfit.
Source: SI.com | 19 Jun 2010 | 12:33 am

FanHouse: Ref may be booted from WC after call

Source: SI.com | 19 Jun 2010 | 12:33 am

Streaks: Mets win 8 in a row

NEW YORK(AP) David Wright dove for home plate in the first inning, then pumped his fist and screamed after a crucial out in the sixth.
Source: SI.com | 19 Jun 2010 | 12:33 am

Fenway fans mixed on Manny's return

BOSTON(AP) David Ortiz hugged Manny Ramirez to welcome him back to Fenway Park. Then Ortiz hit a home run to move alongside his former teammate on Boston's all-time home run list.
Source: SI.com | 19 Jun 2010 | 12:33 am

Will Lefty win?

Source: SI.com | 19 Jun 2010 | 12:33 am

Report: FIFA may ax U.S.-Slovenia ref from WC

Malian referee Koman Coulibaly, criticized for disallowing a potentially U.S.-winning goal off a free kick in Friday's U.S.-Slovenia World Cup clash, may be dro
Source: ESPN.com | 19 Jun 2010 | 12:21 am

U.S. Open: Graeme McDowell's 68 gives him second-round lead

Graeme McDowell made six birdies and shot 68 Friday at the U.S. Open, but a bogey on his final hole of the day may have let a number of players continue in the 110th version of the championship this weekend.
Source: ESPN.com | 18 Jun 2010 | 11:49 pm

World Cup Day 8 highlighted by referee blunders

Think the U.S. got it bad from a ref? You must've missed Germany-Serbia.
Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 18 Jun 2010 | 11:45 pm

Sharks' Blake retires after decorated NHL career (AP)

AP - Early in his 20th season, Rob Blake realized that this would be his final one as an NHL player.

Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 18 Jun 2010 | 11:43 pm

Sharks' Blake retires after decorated NHL career

Early in his 20th season, Rob Blake realized that this would be his final one as an NHL player. Even as he performed at the level of a player younger than his 40 years, helping the San...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 18 Jun 2010 | 11:43 pm

Gonzalez lifts Padres over Orioles 3-2 (AP)

AP - Adrian Gonzalez hit a game-ending RBI single in San Diego's two-run ninth inning, lifting the Padres to a 3-2 victory over the woeful Baltimore Orioles on Friday night.

Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 18 Jun 2010 | 11:41 pm

Mets 4, Yankees 0: This Time, the Magic and a Victory Belong to the Mets

Hisanori Takahashi pitched six scoreless innings to lead the Mets over the suddenly struggling Yankees.

Source: NYT > Sports | 18 Jun 2010 | 11:40 pm

Ortiz, Red Sox ruin Manny return to Fenway

David Ortiz and the Red Sox ruined Manny Ramirez's return to Fenway Park with the Dodgers on Friday.
Source: ESPN.com | 18 Jun 2010 | 11:33 pm

With N.B.A. Finals Over, Free Agency Looms

On July 1, negotiations between agents and teams can officially begin, but speculation is proceeding without delay.

Source: NYT > Sports | 18 Jun 2010 | 11:29 pm

White Sox survive Strasburg K mark, win in 11

Stephen Strasburg set a strikeout record but didn't figure in the decision as the White Sox beat the Nationals in 11 on Friday.
Source: ESPN.com | 18 Jun 2010 | 11:29 pm

Gonzalez lifts Padres over Orioles 3-2

Adrian Gonzalez hit a game-ending RBI single in San Diego's two-run ninth inning, lifting the Padres to a 3-2 victory over the woeful Baltimore Orioles on Friday night. San Diego's first
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 18 Jun 2010 | 11:22 pm

Sun rally from 16 down to top Sparks 78-75

Tina Charles had career highs of 26 points and a team-record 19 rebounds and the Connecticut Sun rallied from a 16-point deficit for a 78-75 victory over the Los Angeles Sparks on Friday...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 18 Jun 2010 | 11:21 pm

Manny Ramirez bores in Dodgers' 10-6 loss to Red Sox

Ramirez makes little impact in his return to Boston — on fans or in game — during an ugly loss.

Ramirez makes little impact in his return to Boston — on fans or in game — during an ugly loss.

Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 18 Jun 2010 | 11:21 pm

Manny Ramirez bores in Dodgers' 10-6 loss to Red Sox

Ramirez makes little impact in his return to Boston — on fans or in game — during an ugly loss. Ramirez...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 18 Jun 2010 | 11:21 pm

Source: Feds might probe NFLPA about collusion

A person familiar with an e-mail sent to NFL Players Association staff tells The Associated Press the union has been advised that federal authorities are preparing to interview employees in an investigation into whether former NFLPA leaders attempted to collude with the league.
Source: SI.com | 18 Jun 2010 | 11:20 pm

Open Leader Has Mother’s Cancer on His Mind

Shaun Micheel, who tied for the first-round lead at the U.S. Open, spoke of his emotions Thursday about his mother’s declining health.

Source: NYT > Sports | 18 Jun 2010 | 11:20 pm

On Soccer: France’s Problem Is Self-Evident: It Isn’t a Team

France is in trouble at the World Cup, and the situation is entirely of its own making.

Source: NYT > Sports | 18 Jun 2010 | 11:17 pm

Gathering for Woods, but Staying for Els at U.S. Open

Tiger Woods, his body language appearing uncharacteristically defeated, became an afterthought to the charge of Els, the two-time U.S. Open champion.

Source: NYT > Sports | 18 Jun 2010 | 11:16 pm

Micheel’s Odd-Looking Hit Leads Down Strange Path to Penalty

Shaun Micheel’s playing partner told him a shot looked as if it came off his club face funny, but he was not penalized until he reviewed the videotape.

Source: NYT > Sports | 18 Jun 2010 | 11:15 pm

Roddick, Never a Wimbledon Champion, Is Reliably a Favorite

Andy Roddick has been a finalist three times at Wimbledon, where fans have a custom of embracing the gallant loser.

Source: NYT > Sports | 18 Jun 2010 | 11:11 pm

On Baseball: Mets’ Foundation Isn’t Cracked

David Wright and Jose Reyes, who have led the Mets to more success than failure and are getting even better, are part of the solution, not the problem.

Source: NYT > Sports | 18 Jun 2010 | 11:10 pm

Midfielder Bradley Supplies Energy for Rally

Michael Bradley scored the tying goal, his latest in a series of big moments.

Source: NYT > Sports | 18 Jun 2010 | 11:08 pm

Phil Mickelson makes a move at U.S. Open; Tiger Woods does not

Graeme McDowell is the clubhouse leader at three-under 139. Mickelson gets to five under for the day with a few holes left to play today while Woods completes the second round at four-over 146.

Reporting from Pebble Beach — Phil Mickelson started a cold, dank overcast day tied for 66th yet somehow ended up two night's sleep from his first U.S. Open championship, coaxing birdies out of beach-front property that was playing way over par for the course.

Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 18 Jun 2010 | 10:10 pm

England still has hope at World Cup after ugly showings

History shows there's still hope for England.
Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 18 Jun 2010 | 10:02 pm

Sizing up the reasons

The fourth quarter, the game, the series, and the season came down to three things. sport - NBA Finals - Kobe Bryant - Boston Celtics - Games
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 18 Jun 2010 | 10:00 pm

Drive ran out of gas

Six minutes and 29 seconds. The Boston Celtics were 6 minutes and 29 seconds away from a championship, 6 minutes and 29 seconds away from completing one of the great runs in Celtics history — NBA...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 18 Jun 2010 | 10:00 pm

Drew’s injury puts OF in pinch

Red Sox outfielders have struggled to stay on the field this season. Now J.D. Drew is among the group.
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 18 Jun 2010 | 10:00 pm

Spotlight team

It was 7:29 p.m., and the crowd at Fenway Park rose. The man with the dreadlocks and No. 99 jersey — Manny Ramirez fixed his batting gloves and leaned on his bat. The moment was approaching. He made...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 18 Jun 2010 | 10:00 pm

Pedroia clearly building a career for future

Sometimes it’s hard to tell when Dustin Pedroia is telling the truth. Such as when he talks about his post-baseball career.
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 18 Jun 2010 | 10:00 pm

Torre excited by trip to Fenway

Joe Torre noticed the difference. It was a major one, too. There he was, in the visitor’s clubhouse at Fenway Park, putting on his Los Angeles Dodgers uniform — not a Yankees one. It felt strange...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 18 Jun 2010 | 10:00 pm

Obama sees Strasburg set record, but White Sox win (AP)

AP - Stephen Strasburg can hardly throw any better. He set a strikeout record in front of President Barack Obama in another sensational performance.

Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 18 Jun 2010 | 9:49 pm

Obama watches White Sox take on Nats pitching star (AP)

AP - President Barack Obama ventured from the White House for some Friday night baseball as his hometown Chicago White Sox took on the Washington Nationals and their new star pitcher, Stephen Strasburg.

Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 18 Jun 2010 | 9:36 pm

Grahame L. Jones: U.S. gets a tie but wanted more against Slovenia

Americans rally from two goals down, with the possible winner disallowed on a phantom penalty. All four teams in their group are still alive.

Finally, some controversy. Finally, some drama. Finally, a knock-down, drag-out brawl of a World Cup game.

Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 18 Jun 2010 | 9:35 pm

Papi steals Manny's thunder, spot on Red Sox list (AP)

AP - David Ortiz hugged Manny Ramirez to welcome him back to Fenway Park. Then Ortiz hit a home run to move alongside his former teammate on Boston's all-time home run list.

Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 18 Jun 2010 | 9:33 pm

Grant Wahl: U.S.-Slovenia game a thriller marred only by controversial end

The greatest World Cup rally in U.S. history. A ref's call that will live in infamy. But here is the key after a wild day for American soccer: The U.S.' fate is in its hands, writes Grant Wahl.
Source: SI.com | 18 Jun 2010 | 9:32 pm

Ted Keith: Strasburg unlucky but economical in third start

Stephen Strasburg made the sublime seem ordinary Friday night. With the president watching, he fanned 10 hitters in 85 purposeful pitches -- without breaking a sweat, says Ted Keith.
Source: SI.com | 18 Jun 2010 | 9:28 pm

Bill Dwyre: Pebble Beach's Cliffs of Over? Not for Phil Mickelson

The treacherous three-hole stretch known as the Cliffs of Doom has swallowed up many a golfer's victory hopes, but Mickelson survives Nos. 8, 9 and 10 in even par, on his way to a 66 that puts him among the U.S. Open leaders.

They call the stretch of holes from No. 8 through 10 at Pebble Beach the Cliffs of Doom. Golfers call it names not nearly that nice.

Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 18 Jun 2010 | 9:21 pm

Tiger travels in middle of pack at Pebble Beach (AP)

AP - Tiger Woods is talking a better game than he's playing.

Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 18 Jun 2010 | 9:05 pm

A day after Lakers' title victory, a smiling Magic Johnson can't shut up, and is willing to put up

The Lakers great, a minority owner of the team, says Kobe Bryant deserves a statue at Staples Center after beating the Celtics for his fifth championship, and also says he would contribute money to keep Coach Phil Jackson in the fold.

The Lakers great, a minority owner of the team, says Kobe Bryant deserves a statue at Staples Center after beating the Celtics for his fifth championship, and also says he would contribute money to keep Coach Phil Jackson in the fold.

Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 18 Jun 2010 | 9:01 pm

Los Angeles Lakers to pay for victory fete, keep cost at $2M

The Lakers say they'll pay for Monday's NBA championship victory celebration, a more modest event than in past years.
Source: ESPN.com | 18 Jun 2010 | 8:29 pm

At College World Series, UCLA is out to show it's not a one-dimensional team

Stellar pitching has made it easy to overlook the Bruins' offense this season, but UCLA's hitters put plenty of pressure on the opposition as well.

Pitching . . . pitching . . . pitching.

Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 18 Jun 2010 | 8:25 pm

49ers' Smith making progress (AP)

AP - Quarterback Alex Smith raised his arms Friday morning after connecting with Michael Crabtree down the field after the wide receiver got behind defenders.
Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 18 Jun 2010 | 8:22 pm

After title time comes decision time for Lakers

Phil Jackson will decide soon if he will return. Derek Fisher and Shannon Brown say they want to come back, but Jordan Farmar probably will leave to seek a starting spot.

Phil Jackson will decide soon if he will return. Derek Fisher and Shannon Brown say they want to come back, but Jordan Farmar probably will leave to seek a starting spot.

Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 18 Jun 2010 | 8:18 pm

LA Lakers to pay tab for championship parade (AP)

AP - The Los Angeles Lakers planned to celebrate their NBA championship more modestly than their recent titles, with a self-funded parade that avoids the city's downtown core and omits the huge rallies that have drawn tens of thousands of fans in previous years.
Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 18 Jun 2010 | 7:46 pm

Seattle Seahawks cut WR Reggie Williams, sign 3 draft picks

The Seahawks have released wide receiver Reggie Williams, stalling the former top 10 overall draft pick's NFL comeback.
Source: ESPN.com | 18 Jun 2010 | 7:30 pm

Angels are nearly thunderstruck

They almost give up a five-run lead in the ninth inning at Wrigley Field, but Fernando Rodney holds off the Cubs, 7-6.

Reporting from Chicago -- On their way to a seemingly breezy win over the Chicago Cubs on Friday, a scene from "The Natural" almost broke out, turning Wrigley Field into the Not-So-Friendly Confines for the Angels.

Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 18 Jun 2010 | 7:30 pm

Report: NFLPA targeted in federal probe about collusion

A person familiar with an e-mail sent to NFL Players Association staff tells The Associated Press the union has been advised that federal authorities will interview employees about whether former NFLPA leaders attempted to collude with the league.
Source: ESPN.com | 18 Jun 2010 | 7:08 pm

U.S. at its best when fighting back at World Cup

Americans show resiliency to keep World Cup hopes alive.
Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 18 Jun 2010 | 6:44 pm

U.S. rallies from 2-goal hole for tie vs. Slovenia

The United States rallied from a two-goal halftime deficit on goals by Landon Donovan and Michael Bradley to tie Slovenia 2-2 in their Group C match Friday.
Source: ESPN.com | 18 Jun 2010 | 6:24 pm

World Cup ref who made call against US has a history

Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 18 Jun 2010 | 4:36 pm

How can U.S. advance at World Cup?

Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 18 Jun 2010 | 4:06 pm

Algeria holds England to scoreless tie

England lacks firepower in tie with Algeria
Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 18 Jun 2010 | 3:32 pm

Smith helps SA make strong start

South Africa captain Graeme Smith hits 132 as his side reach 295-3 at the close on the first day of the second Test in St Kitts.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 18 Jun 2010 | 3:24 pm

McDowell defies Mickelson charge

Graeme McDowell leads by two shots from Phil Mickelson, Ernie Els, Dustin Johnson and Ryo Ishikawa after two rounds of the US Open.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 18 Jun 2010 | 2:07 pm

Big ratings for Game 7

NEW YORK (AP) -- Game 7 drew the highest preliminary rating for an NBA finals game since 1998.
Source: SI.com | 18 Jun 2010 | 12:34 pm

LIVE: England vs Algeria

England lacks firepower in tie with Algeria.
Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 18 Jun 2010 | 12:21 pm

Historic U.S. World Cup win erased by awful referee call

Wrong call robs U.S. of historic World Cup win.
Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 18 Jun 2010 | 12:18 pm

Henin makes Netherlands final; champ Becker upset

Justine Henin continued her pre-Wimbledon grass-court comeback by beating Alexandra Dulgheru 6-2, 6-2 on Friday to set up a final against Andrea Petkovic at the Unicef Open. Janko Tipsarevic upset defending champion Benjamin Becker of Germany 6-7 (5), 6-3, 6-4.

Janko Tipsarević - Benjamin Becker - sport - Unicef Open - Benjamin Becker of Germany
Source: Tennis News : CBSSports.com | 18 Jun 2010 | 12:17 pm

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