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San Diego Wave FC sign midfielder Giovanna DeMarco

Wave FC make it official with their 2023 NWSL draft selection Wave FC have added another player to the roster, as the team make their final preparations ahead of the start to the season this weekend. Adding some depth in the middle of the pitch, the club announced today the signing of midfielder Giovanna DeMarco. The Wake Forest alumni signs a one-year deal through 2023, after being selected by San Diego in this year’s NWSL Draft. Signed & sealed. ✍️ Let's gooo!! #VamosWave — San Diego W...

From LAG Confidential | over 2 years ago | 0 reads

LA Galaxy sign Argentine defender Julian Aude

Photo by Marcelo Endelli/Getty Images 19-year-old keeps “fullbacks named Julian” intact for G’z. The LA Galaxy announced on Tuesday they have signed 19-year-old defender Julian Aude. The youngster has been transferred from Argentine side Lanús and signed on a five-year deal as a U-22 Initiative player. The Galaxy have moved Efrain Alvarez into a TAM player from a U-22 Initiative slot in order to make room for Aude. “We are pleased to announce Julián as the newest member of the club,” sa...

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From LAG Confidential | over 2 years ago | 0 reads

LA Galaxy acquire international roster slot from Seattle Sounders

Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports Looks like the move before the move. The LA Galaxy announced on Tuesday they have acquired an international roster slot for the 2023 MLS season from the Seattle Sounders , in exchange for $75,000 in 2023 general allocation money and $75,000 in 2024 general allocation money. It would appear the move is likely to be a “table-setting” move ahead of another international addition in the coming days, with the Galaxy linked to Argentine defender Julian Aude over the...

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From LAG Confidential | over 2 years ago | 0 reads

San Diego Wave FC sign 15-year-old local Melanie Barcenas

Courtesy of San Diego Wave FC Youngest player signed in league history. San Diego Wave FC announced on Tuesday they have signed forward Melanie Barcenas. The 15-year-old is the league’s youngest-ever signing, beating out newly inked Washington Spirit youngster Chloe Ricketts, signed in the offseason. Barcenas is a native of Claremont and came through the San Diego Surf academy system. She has repeatedly been called up to various U.S. youth international teams. “We are very happy that ...

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From LAG Confidential | over 2 years ago | 0 reads

GDT: Sharks vs Oilers

Is it a battle of former Leaf goalies tonight? Should see at least 10 goals if so. | Photo by Dustin Bradford/Getty Images Welcome back! Tonight is the Sharks and there are a few reasons I’m fascinated with this one: I was in charge of our Mock Draft and drafted Martin Kaut... at the time everyone said I was nuts and he’d be a bust. Well, you were probably right! But I will cheer for him to the end. Campbell may be the starter and that’s always fun! Reimer may be starting toni...

From The Copper & Blue | over 2 years ago | 3 reads

REPORT: USF Men’s Basketball Set to Hire Former Notre Dame Head Coach Mike Brey

Matt Cashore-USA TODAY Sports The long-time Fighting Irish coach stepped down after the season. The USF men’s basketball coaching search is over after they tabbed former Notre Dame head coach Mike Brey, according to Russ Wood of Rivals. The South Florida men's basketball coach search appears to be over. https://t.co/RpO8RAZ3W1 — Russ Wood (@RussHoops) March 20, 2023 Brey spent the last 23 years coaching the Fighting Irish, and led Notre Dame to 13 NCAA Tournaments, including...

From The Daily Stampede | over 2 years ago | 0 reads

GDT: Bring on Eberle and Larsson!

4 years later and RW is still weak! | Photo by Steph Chambers/Getty Images EDM lineup at Seattle: Kane-McDavid-Hyman RNH-Draisaitl-Foegele Janmark-Bjugstad-Yamamoto Kostin-Shore-Ryan Nurse-Ceci Ekholm-Bouchard Kulak-Desharnais Skinner — Jack Michaels (@EdmontonJack) March 18, 2023 Ekholm has been an unbeliveable add. I don’t like our RD side at all though. Our LD side is doing some heavy lifting. And here is a fun tweet from us that I feel is worth discussing: IC...

From The Copper & Blue | over 2 years ago | 1 read

Leon Draisaitl hits 100 points again thanks to his powerplay production

Photo by Lawrence Scott/Getty Images Leon Draisaitl’s powerplay production has reached new heights this season, and is a major reason why he hit the century mark. Scoring another two goals on Tuesday night against Ottawa, 27-year old Leon Draisaitl reached the 100 point mark for the fourth time in his career. He currently ranks third in the league this season with 44 goals and seventh overall with 56 assists. Draisaitl now has 716 points in 624 career NHL games - and has established him...

From The Copper & Blue | almost 3 years ago | 3 reads

Florida vs. UCF, Game Thread: Gators get in-state foe in 2023 NIT

Steve Roberts-USA TODAY Sports Florida will look to avoid the black mark of a loss to the Knights. If you have a hard time getting up for Florida hosting UCF in the NIT, you probably have at least some sense of how difficult Wednesday night’s game will be for the Gators. Before whatever subset of the fan base is coming out for a Wednesday night game against the Knights, Florida will try to avoid the ignominy of a first-round exit from the second-best postseason tournament of men’s colle...

From Alligator Army | almost 3 years ago | 0 reads

USF Women’s Basketball Team is No. 8 Seed in Greenville 1 Regional, Will Face No. 9 Marquette

Morgan Tencza/The Daily Stampede The AAC regular season champions head into the tournament with something to prove. The South Florida Bulls women’s basketball team earned the no. 8 seed in the Greensville 1 regional of the 2023 NCAA Women’s Basketball Tournament where they’ll face No. 9 Marquette on Friday. The winner will get to face the winner of No. 1 seed South Carolina vs. No. 16 Norfolk State. The Golden Eagles finished 21-10 (13-7 Big East). The Bulls (26-6, 15-1 AAC) won The A...

From The Daily Stampede | almost 3 years ago | 0 reads

BREAKING NEWS: USF Men’s Basketball Coach Brian Gregory Fired After Six Seasons

John Reed-USA TODAY Sports Coaching men’s basketball at USF is tough, but you can’t do that.. USF men’s basketball coach Brian Gregory has fired after six seasons in Tampa, according to Jon Rothstein. The Daily Stampede started to hear rumors late yesterday that the decision to fire Gregory was just a matter of when, not if. USF has announced the decision as well. Source: South Florida has parted ways with Brian Gregory. — Jon Rothstein (@JonRothstein) March 10, 2023 Gregory...

From The Daily Stampede | almost 3 years ago | 0 reads

USF Football Spring Practice Preview: Tight Ends

Morgan Tencza/The Daily Stampede The under utilized/underperforming unit gets a chance to prove themselves with a new staff Spring practice began today so we will breakdown each position group as we gear up for football season. Note: We will not guess on what impact freshmen who are not on campus yet will have on the team. Tight Ends Position Coach : Clay Patterson Key departures : Chris Carter (Transfer/Tulane), Chris Motillo Key returnees : Gunnar Greenwald, Jayson Littlejohn ...

From The Daily Stampede | almost 3 years ago | 0 reads

USF Football Spring Practice Preview: Running Backs

Cyndi Chambers / USA TODAY NETWORK USF has to replace an all-american running back. Spring practice began today so we will breakdown each position group as we gear up for football season. Note: We will not guess on what impact freshmen who are not on campus yet will have on the team. Running Backs Position Coach : Associate head coach/run game coordinator/RB coach Matt Merritt Key departures : All-American RB Brian Battie (Transfer/Auburn), Jaren Mangham (Transfer/Michigan State) ...

From The Daily Stampede | almost 3 years ago | 0 reads

USF Spring Practice Preview 2023: Defensive Backs

Morgan Tencza / The Daily Stampede Hope springs eternal for this secondary with a lot of experience and a new scheme. Spring practice began today so we will breakdown each position group as we gear up for football season. Note: We will not guess on what impact freshmen who are not on campus yet will have on the team. Defensive Backs Position Coach : Defensive Passing Game Coordinator & Safeties Coach James Rowe, Cornerbacks Coach Matt Birkett Key departures : DB Mekhi LaPointe, S Vi...

From The Daily Stampede | almost 3 years ago | 0 reads

Tigers Battle Back to Sweep Lipscomb

Lipscomb @ Auburn FRI: 7-3 W SAT: 12-11 W SUN: 4-3 W Going into this weekend, someone asked if I expected a sweep. I said that without Joseph Gonzalez, the offense would have to be on point for that to happen because of Lipscomb’s ability to bash the ball with the middle of their lineup. College baseball is a different animal from any other college sport. This isn’t the name game football is. Heck, it isn’t the name game basketball is. Every now and then you will get an Old Dominio...

From College and Magnolia | almost 3 years ago | 0 reads

Tuesday Freedom Kicks: Where to find us!

Geoff Burke-USA TODAY Sports Today’s our last day here. Well, friends, today’s the day. Come tomorrow, this site will no longer be supported by SB Nation. While this isn’t goodbye, it’s certainly a change. We’re thankful for the community that has grown around this site, and we’re hoping you all stick with us as we continue to cover D.C. United, Washington Spirit , Loudoun United, and all things soccer in the DMV! Come find us in our new home, The District Press , for today’s Freedom ...

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From Black And Red United | almost 3 years ago | 0 reads

Brotherly Game Daily Links: Messi wins his second Men’s FIFA Player of the Year award

Photo by Marcio Machado/Eurasia Sport Images/Getty Images MLS Season Pass review, Jurgen Klinsmann back with a national team job, and more in today’s links MLS News Seattle turn back the clock, Cincy’s early Shield vibes & more from Matchday 1 Season number 28 of MLS kicked off this weekend, and technically will still be kicking off on Monday night, long after you’ve read this since Mother Nature decided to give the whole west coast a reminder of who’s in charge. LA Galaxy add defende...

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From Brotherly Game | almost 3 years ago | 0 reads

Kawhi as good as he’s ever been? Three takeaways from Clippers-Nuggets

Kawhi Leonard posts up before no doubt hitting something crazy for the Clippers. | Photo by Garrett Ellwood/NBAE via Getty Images Kawhi Leonard scored 33 points on 12-for-19 from the field, but he couldn’t save the Clippers from falling 134-124 to the Denver Nuggets. Seemingly not content with helping to produce the second highest-scoring game in NBA history , the Los Angeles Clippers went to overtime once again, as they fell 134-124 to the Denver Nuggets . This time around, the squad w...

From Clips Nation | almost 3 years ago | 1 read

Game 62: Magic vs. Pelicans

Photo by Gary Bassing/NBAE via Getty Images Who: Orlando Magic vs. New Orleans Pelicans When: Monday, February 27 at 8 p.m. ET TV: Bally Sports Florida GAME 62 TONIGHT PELICANS New Orleans, LA ⏰8 P.M. @BallySportsFL @BallyMagic (‘Magic Live’ starts at 7:30 P.M.) Bally Sports App; Bally Sports+ @969thegame https://t.co/j9Hljw5O2X #MagicTogether What are they wearing? pic.twitter.com/H65acQhEaS — Orlando Magic PR (@Magic_PR) February 27, 2023

From Orlando Pinstriped Post | almost 3 years ago | 2 reads

Brotherly Game Daily Links: Union thump Crew; Curtin calls out anonymous “doubters”

Bill Streicher-USA TODAY Sports Apple TV has great first week of MLS, Lorenzo Insigne suffers leg injury, and more in today’s links Philadelphia Union News Carranza, Gazdag net braces as Union rip Crew apart in second half Philadelphia Union’s attack came alive in the second half behind two goals apiece from Daniel Gazdag and Julian Carranza as they knocked off Columbus Crew 4-1. Joaquin Torres provided a stunning assist for the final goal as Philly powered their way back into the match...

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From Brotherly Game | almost 3 years ago | 0 reads

Tigers Take Advantage of So Cal Weather in Series Win

Southern Cal @ Auburn FRI: 5-3 W SAT: 12-6 W SUN: 12-12 Tie It was supposed to look different than it did. Auburn was supposed to bat first. There we supposed to be fewer Auburn fans, though I know the Southern California Auburn Club would have been there in force. Joseph Gonzalez was supposed to do his thing and shut down the Trojans in Game Two of the series. However, as baseball normally ends up, what was supposed to happen, didn’t. Auburn would be able to host the series agains...

From College and Magnolia | almost 3 years ago | 2 reads

Monday Freedom Kicks: We’ve moved, come join us!

John Jones-USA TODAY Sports A quick PSA with more to follow Hi there. We’ve talked awhile back about how we’re going to be no longer supported by Vox, and were developing plans around that. So, in sum, we have. We’ve moved over to The District Press , where you’ll find content on D.C. United, the Washington Spirit , Loudoun United and heck, even a Freedom Kicks over there this very morning. Come on over, check us out, comment, leave feedback, what have you. Two things as you drift over;...

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From Black And Red United | almost 3 years ago | 0 reads

30-year Orlandoversary: Anderson banks in game-winner from deep as Magic nip Bullets, 92-91

Shaquille O’Neal became the star of the Orlando Magic franchise as a rookie during the 1992-93 season, but one might argue that in the clutch, no player was more valuable than guard Nick Anderson. The first-ever draft pick of the Magic, Anderson came through late time and time again that season, including on this day 30 years ago. With less than two seconds remaining, Anderson banked home a 3-pointer to lift Orlando to a thrilling 92-91 victory over the Washington Bullets. With more than f...

From Orlando Pinstriped Post | almost 3 years ago | 1 read

Game 61: Magic vs. Pacers GameThread

Nathan Ray Seebeck-USA TODAY Sports Who: Orlando Magic vs. Indiana Pacers When: February 25 at 7 p.m. ET TV: Bally Sports Florida GAME 61 TONIGHT PACERS @AmwayCenter ️ https://t.co/rbNV5XTnXQ ⏰7 P.M. @BallySportsFL @BallyMagic (‘Magic Live’ starts at 6:30 P.M.) Bally Sports App; Bally Sports+ @969thegame https://t.co/j9Hljw5O2X #MagicTogether What are they wearing? pic.twitter.com/1LyMjSpLMW — Orlando Magic PR (@Magic_PR) February 25, 2023

From Orlando Pinstriped Post | almost 3 years ago | 2 reads

Brotherly Game’s new home is on Philadelphia Soccer Now

New site will also host Brotherly Game archive A new season begins in Major League Soccer today and a new chapter is also beginning for Brotherly Game . We are taking our Philadelphia Union content to a new site called Philadelphia Soccer Now that is partnered with Pittsburgh Soccer Now and the Now network of websites. This moves comes in the aftermath of Vox Media’s decision to de-monetize a host of MLS and NHL websites. A GoFundMe has been set up to support the numerous content creator...

From Brotherly Game | almost 3 years ago | 0 reads