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Soccer: Mexico 1, Denmark 1: Teams score on penalties for tie
GLENDALE – It was rough and tumble for the Mexican national soccer team Wednesday night.

Stanford beats No. 10 Oregon 76-52 behind Randle
STANFORD, Calif. (AP) -- Chasson Randle scored 17 points, Josh Huestis had 14 points and 13 rebounds, and Stanford stunned Oregon on the big stage again by routing the 10th-ranked Ducks 76-52 Wednesday night.

Suns rally to beat Lakers in Nash's return for LA
PHOENIX (AP) -- Michael Beasley scored a season-high 27 points and the Phoenix Suns rallied from 13 down in the fourth quarter to hand the Los Angeles Lakers their eighth straight road loss 92-86 on Wednesday night.

Soccer-Denmark's Cornelius frustrates Mexico with late penalty
Jan 30 (Reuters) – Teenager Andrea Cornelius slotted a late penalty for Denmark to leave Mexico frustrated with a 1-1 draw from their friendly in Glendale, Arizona on Wednesday. Cornelius, who scored a hat-trick in Denmark’s 4-0 win over Canada on Saturday, calmly completed the spot kick after being fouled by Jorge Torres Nilo in the 83rd minute at the University of Phoenix Stadium. The 19-year-old’s goal cancelled out Marco Fabian’s 68th minute penalty following a scoreless first half in Mexico’s final warm-up before their next World Cup qualifier against Jamaica on Feb. 6. …

NBA standings
Jan 31 (Infostrada Sports) – Standings from the NBA on Wednesday EASTERN CONFERENCEATLANTIC DIVISION W L PCT GB 1. NY Knicks 28 15 .651 – 2. Brooklyn 27 19 .587 2 1/2 3. Boston 22 23 .489 7 4. Philadelphia 19 26 .422 10 5. Toronto 16 30 .348 13 1/2 CENTRAL DIVISION W L PCT GB 1. Chicago 28 17 .622 – 2. Indiana 27 19 .587 1 1/2 3. Milwaukee 24 20 .545 3 1/2 4. Detroit 17 29 .370 11 1/2 5. Cleveland 13 33 .283 15 1/2 SOUTHEAST DIVISION W L PCT GB 1. Miami 29 13 .690 – 2. Atlanta 26 19 .578 4 1/2 3. Orlando 14 31 .311 16 1/2 4. Washington 11 33 .250 19 5. Charlotte 11 34 . …

Feburary events will gauge Jacksonville interest for high-profile sports
Mayor Alvin Brown is pushing for more sports events to attract people downtown and bring visitors to the city.

With lockout now over, it's time for Gary Bettman to step down
Why the dismissal of the long-standing commissioner would be the first step towards healing the NHL's relationship with its fans.

All-world juniors
In our weekly list of players we can't wait to see in the NHL one day, we profile Ian McCoshen of the Waterloo Black Hawks.

Summer days
In our weekly rundown of players we can't wait to see in the NHL, we look at performers from the Ivan Hlinka and more.

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Big 12 wants NCAA to allow conference title game
STILLWATER, Okla. (AP) -- Big 12 commissioner Bob Bowlsby says the league likely will seek permission from the NCAA to hold a championship game even though it doesn’t have the 12 members required under the current rules.

Mexico and Denmark play to draw
GLENDALE, Ariz. (AP) — Andrea Cornelius scored on a penalty kick in the 84th minute to give Denmark a 1-1 draw against Mexico on Wednesday night in an international soccer friendly at University of Phoenix Stadium.

Mexico 1-1 Denmark: Penalties all around as Mexico draws 2013 opener
Mexico was unable to seize victory against a youthful Danish team, but El Tri won't be too upset with a decent performance heading into World Cup qualifying.

Heat blow out Nets in 2nd half, win 105-85
NEW YORK (AP) -- LeBron James arrived in Brooklyn to an unfriendly welcome from the Nets' Reggie Evans, who downplayed Miami's title and James' talents.

Jayasuriya made Sri Lanka's top selector
India, Jan. 29 — Sri Lanka’s cricket legend Sanath Jayasuriya has been made the head of a new five-member selection panel for the national team, Sri Lanka Cricket announced. The 43-year-old star from the 1996 World Cup-winning Sri Lankan team said he was keen to encourage younger players after he was confirmed in the new role on Monday.”I am looking forward to start a new journey with young talent to steer Sri Lanka cricket to the winning streak without hurting anyone,” Jayasuriya told the state-run Daily News in comments published Tuesday. …

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Rudy Gay joins Raptors in big three-team trade
(Reuters) – The struggling Toronto Raptors have acquired Memphis Grizzlies leading scorer Rudy Gay as part of a three-team deal involving the Detroit Pistons, the teams said on W ednesday. As part of the deal, the Grizzlies also received veteran guard Jose Calderon, forward Ed Davis, a 2013 second round draft pick and cash considerations from the Raptors. Calderon will not stay in Memphis, however, as he is being sent on to the Pistons. …

Spurs overwhelm Bobcats on Popovich return
(Reuters) – The San Antonio Spurs gave recuperating coach Gregg Popovich a welcome return to the sidelines on Wednesday by romping to a ninth consecutive win with a 102-78 thumping of the Charlotte Bobcats. Popovich had missed the last three games through illness and despite the absence of big man Tim Duncan for a fourth straight contest with a knee injury, the NBA-leading Spurs were far too strong for the Bobcats. …

NBA-Rudy Gay joins Raptors in big three-team trade
Jan 30 (Reuters) – The struggling Toronto Raptors have acquired Memphis Grizzlies leading scorer Rudy Gay as part of a three-team deal involving the Detroit Pistons, the teams said on Wednesday. As part of the deal, the Grizzlies also received veteran guard Jose Calderon, forward Ed Davis, a 2013 second round draft pick and cash considerations from the Raptors. Calderon will not stay in Memphis, however, as he is being sent on to the Pistons. …

NBA-Spurs overwhelm Bobcats on Popovich return
Jan 30 (Reuters) – The San Antonio Spurs gave recuperating coach Gregg Popovich a welcome return to the sidelines on Wednesday by romping to a ninth consecutive win with a 102-78 thumping of the Charlotte Bobcats. Popovich had missed the last three games through illness and despite the absence of big man Tim Duncan for a fourth straight contest with a knee injury, the NBA-leading Spurs were far too strong for the Bobcats. …

Leaner and lighter Bubba set for PGA return
(Reuters) – Masters champion Bubba Watson will be much leaner and lighter than usual when he returns to PGA Tour action at this week’s Phoenix Open after pulling out before the start of last week’s event in San Diego because of flu. The American left-hander has endured a rough start to his 2013 campaign, having also battled a sore throat during the PGA Tour’s season-opening Hyundai Tournament of Champions in Maui where he tied for fourth. …

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Paraguay's goalkeeper Diego Morel deflects the ball over the crossbar during the South American U-20 final round football match against Uruguay at Malvinas Argentinas stadium in Mendoza, Argentina, on January 30, 2013. Four teams will qualify for the FIFA U-20 World Cup Turkey 2013. AFP PHOTO / DANIEL GARCIADANIEL GARCIA/AFP/Getty Images

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Paraguay's players and coach celebrate at the end of their South American U-20 final round football match against Uruguay at Malvinas Argentinas stadium in Mendoza, Argentina, on January 30, 2013. Four teams will qualify for the FIFA U-20 World Cup Turkey 2013. AFP PHOTO / DANIEL GARCIADANIEL GARCIA/AFP/Getty Images

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Uruguay's forward Diego Rolan (C) vies for the ball with Paraguay's midfielder Robert Piris (L) and midfielder Rodrigo Alborno during the South American U-20 final round football match at Malvinas Argentinas stadium in Mendoza, Argentina, on January 30, 2013. Four teams will qualify for the FIFA U-20 World Cup Turkey 2013. AFP PHOTO / DANIEL GARCIADANIEL GARCIA/AFP/Getty Images

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Paraguay's coach Victor Genes celebrates with his assistants at the end of their South American U-20 final round football match against Uruguay at Malvinas Argentinas stadium in Mendoza, Argentina, on January 30, 2013. Four teams will qualify for the FIFA U-20 World Cup Turkey 2013. AFP PHOTO / DANIEL GARCIADANIEL GARCIA/AFP/Getty Images

No. 1 Baylor routs Texas Tech 90-60
LUBBOCK, Texas (AP) -- Brittney Griner set t he Big 12 women's career scoring record on Wednesday night, finishing with 40 points in top-ranked Baylor's 90-60 victory over Texas Tech.

PREVIEW-Golf-Leaner and lighter Bubba set for PGA return
Jan 30 (Reuters) – Masters champion Bubba Watson will be much leaner and lighter than usual when he returns to PGA Tour action at this week’s Phoenix Open after pulling out before the start of last week’s event in San Diego because of flu. The American left-hander has endured a rough start to his 2013 campaign, having also battled a sore throat during the PGA Tour’s season-opening Hyundai Tournament of Champions in Maui where he tied for fourth. …

Phelps a fish out of water at TPC Scottsdale's 'noisy' hole
(Reuters) – Michael Phelps displayed ice-cool composure as a record-breaking Olympic swimmer but he was a bag of nerves on Wednesday when he played the “noisiest hole in golf” in the pro-am competition for this week’s Phoenix Open. Phelps, who retired from swimming as the most decorated Olympian of all time after winning a record 22 medals including 18 gold, was paired with U.S. Masters champion Bubba Watson when he stepped on to the 16th tee at the TPC Scottsdale. …

Tennis-China's Li hopeful of quick return despite sore ankle
Jan 31 (Reuters) – Australian Open runner-up Li Na will visit doctors in Germany on Monday for treatment on her sore left ankle and is hopeful of returning to action in a fortnight, the Chinese world number five said on Thursday. Li rolled her ankle twice in losing the final of the women’s singles at Melbourne Park to world number one Victoria Azarenka on Saturday. “It’s sore, so (I) will see doctor on Monday,” Li told reporters on a conference call. She has been recuperating at home in China and visiting family since her near-miss at the year’s first grand slam. …

Golf-Phelps a fish out of water at TPC Scottsdale's 'noisy' hole
Jan 30 (Reuters) – Michael Phelps displayed ice-cool composure as a record-breaking Olympic swimmer but he was a bag of nerves on Wednesday when he played the “noisiest hole in golf” in the pro-am competition for this week’s Phoenix Open. Phelps, who retired from swimming as the most decorated Olympian of all time after winning a record 22 medals including 18 gold, was paired with U.S. Masters champion Bubba Watson when he stepped on to the 16th tee at the TPC Scottsdale. …

Headley, Padres agree to $8,575,000 deal
SAN DIEGO (AP) -- Chase Headley and the Padres have avoided salary arbitration, agreeing on an $8,575,000, one-year contract that gives the San Diego third baseman a $5.1 million raise following his huge 2012 season.

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Coyotes' deal in Glendale could be in trouble
GLENDALE, Ariz. (AP) -- A league official tells The Associated Press that prospective owner of the Phoenix Coyotes is unlikely to complete a deal to buy the team from the NHL before a lease agreement with the City of Glendale expires.

Arab-American groups call Coke Super Bowl ad "racist"
LOS ANGELES (Reuters) – Arab-American groups have sharply criticized a Coca-Cola Super Bowl ad depicting an Arab walking through the desert with a camel, and one group said it would ask the beverage giant to change it before CBS airs the game on Sunday before an expected audience of more than 100 million U.S. viewers. “Why is it that Arabs are always shown as either oil-rich sheiks, terrorists, or belly dancers?” said Warren David, president of the American-Arab Anti-Discrimination Committee, or ADC. …

Rudy Gay heads to Toronto in Grizzlies' makeover
Rudy Gay is on his way to Toronto in the latest and most dramatic move in the Memphis Grizzlies’ money-motivated makeover.

Paraguay's Cardozo battles Uruguay's Laxalt during a South American under-20 championship soccer match in Mendoza
Paraguay's Angel Cardozo (L) battles Uruguay's Guillermo Laxalt during a South American under-20 championship soccer match in Mendoza January 30, 2013. The top four teams qualify for the FIFA Under-20 World Cup 2013 to be held in Turkey from June 21 to July 13. REUTERS/Enrique Marcarian (ARGENTINA – Tags: SPORT SOCCER)

Uruguay's Rolan clears ball away from Paraguay's Alborno during South American under-20 championship soccer match in Mendoza
Uruguay's Diego Rolan (R) clears the ball away from Paraguay's Rodrigo Alborno during a South American under-20 championship soccer match in Mendoza January 30, 2013. The top four teams qualify for the FIFA Under-20 World Cup 2013 to be held in Turkey from June 21 to July 13. REUTERS/Enrique Marcarian (ARGENTINA – Tags: SPORT SOCCER)

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Paraguay's midfielder Angel Cardozo (R) vies for the ball with Uruguay's midfielder Rodrigo Aguirre during their South American U-20 final round football match at Malvinas Argentinas stadium in Mendoza, Argentina, on January 30, 2013. Four teams will qualify for the FIFA U-20 World Cup Turkey 2013. AFP PHOTO / DANIEL GARCIADANIEL GARCIA/AFP/Getty Images

AP Interview: Altidore says racism shames everyone
United States striker Jozy Altidore refuses to hold a grudge against fans who s howered him with racist abuse during a match this week, saying: "We all make mistakes."

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Paraguay's Mareco battles with Uruguay's Aguirre during South American under-20 championship soccer match in Mendoza
Paraguay's Miller Mareco (L) battles with Uruguay's Rodrigo Aguirre (C) during a South American under-20 championship soccer match in Mendoza January 30, 2013. The top four teams qualify for the FIFA Under-20 World Cup 2013 to be held in Turkey from June 21 to July 13. REUTERS/Enrique Marcarian (ARGENTINA – Tags: SPORT SOCCER)

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Paraguay's defender Junior Alonso celebrates after he scored against Uruguay during their South American U-20 final round football match at Malvinas Argentinas stadium in Mendoza, Argentina, on January 30, 2013. Four teams will qualify for the FIFA U-20 World Cup Turkey 2013. AFP PHOTO / DANIEL GARCIADANIEL GARCIA/AFP/Getty Images

Paraguay's Mareco battles with Uruguay's Laxalt during South American under-20 championship soccer match in Mendoza
Paraguay's Miller Mareco (L) battles with Uruguay's Guillermo Laxalt during a South American under-20 championship soccer match in Mendoza January 30, 2013. The top four teams qualify for the FIFA Under-20 World Cup 2013 to be held in Turkey from June 21 to July 13. REUTERS/Enrique Marcarian (ARGENTINA – Tags: SPORT SOCCER)

UPDATE 1-NBA results
Jan 31 (Infostrada Sports) – Results from the NBA games on Wednesday (home team in CAPS) PHILADELPHIA 92 Washington 84 INDIANA 98 Detroit 79

A Brief History of Football [Infographic]
Whilst football-type games have been played around the world for centuries, it wasn't until the 16th century that the game developed into something approaching the style we now recognize  In 1581 a pamphlet was published which not only praised the health benefits of 'footeball' but also suggested the use of referees and coaches. It also provided…

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Jérôme Valcke explica
O comitê que organiza a Copa do Mundo no Brasil se reuniu no Rio de Janeiro, nesta quarta-feira, para lançar a campanha que marca os 500 dias para o início da competição.Mas dois assuntos marcaram entrevista coletiva: a segurança nos estádio após tragédia em uma boate no sul do país e os trabalhos de Jérôme Valcke.O secretário-geral da Fifa confirmou que prestou consultoria à Confederação Brasileira de Futebol durante a preparação da candidatura do Brasil à Copa do Mundo, mas não vê conflito ético no trabalho. Valcke também comentou a reportagem da revista "France Football" sobre um suposto esquema de favorecimento ao Qatar na escolha da sede da Copa de 2022.SONORA - Jerôme Valcke – secretário-geral da Fifa"Eu li o artigo, mas, novamente, se há algo para ser investigado, a comissão de ética e o novo Comitê de ética da FIFA, que são totalmente independentes, podem abrir se desejarem um processo sobre o caso do Qatar 2022".SONORA - RONALDO"Vivo o futebol há muito tempo. Uma coisa é você ter uma prova concreta de um fato outra coisa é uma especulação, e fazer de uma especulação uma coisa grave.A gente ter que ter esse cuidado, principalmente para transmitir isso para o povo".Já o secretário-executivo do Ministério do Esporte afirmou que a tragédia em Santa Maria, onde 235 pessoas morreram em uma boate, não deveria prejudicar a imagem do Brasil com relação à segurança nos Est ádios.SONORA – Luis Manuel Rebelo Fernandes – secretário-executivodo Ministério do EsporteTragédia semelhante aconteceu na França do Sr. Jerôme Valcke, já aconteceram nos Estados Unidos, já aconteceram no Japão, Já aconteceram na Rússia, já aconteceram, por que que ninguém pergunta se nesses países eles estão preparados para organizar uma Copa do Mundo ou uma Olimpíada? Valcke já garantiu que os Estádios da Copa são seguros e contam com planos de evacuação rápida e equipes treinadas para orientar os torcedores. ————————————————–SHOTLISTRIO DE JANEIRO, 30 JANUARY 2013, SOURCE: AFPTV1min 8s of images including:–Jérôme Valcke arriving at the press conference-the official World Cup 2014 poster is unveiled from left to right: Ronaldo, Marta, Amarildo, Carlos Alberto Torres and Bebeto)-pan across the poster-VAR of poster-VAR photographers-conference room-VAR of journalis ts

Jérôme Valcke explica
O comitê que organiza a Copa do Mundo no Brasil se reuniu no Rio de Janeiro, nesta quarta-feira, para lançar a campanha que marca os 500 dias para o início da competição.Mas dois assuntos marcaram entrevista coletiva: a segurança nos estádio após tragédia em uma boate no sul do país e os trabalhos de Jérôme Valcke.O secretário-geral da Fifa confirmou que prestou consultoria à Confederação Brasileira de Futebol durante a preparação da candidatura do Brasil à Copa do Mundo, mas não vê conflito ético no trabalho. Valcke também comentou a reportagem da revista "France Football" sobre um suposto esquema de favorecimento ao Qatar na escolha da sede da Copa de 2022.SONORA - Jerôme Valcke – secretário-geral da Fifa"Eu li o artigo, mas, novamente, se há algo para ser investigado, a comissão de ética e o novo Comitê de ética da FIFA, que são totalmente independentes, podem abrir se desejarem um processo sobre o caso do Qatar 2022".SONORA - RONALDO"Vivo o futebol há muito tempo. Uma coisa é você ter uma prova concreta de um fato outra coisa é uma especulação, e fazer de uma especulação uma coisa grave.A gente ter que ter esse cuidado, principalmente para transmitir isso para o povo".Já o secretário-executivo do Ministério do Esporte afirmou que a tragédia em Santa Maria, onde 235 pessoas morreram em uma boate, não deveria prejudicar a imagem do Brasil com relação à segurança nos Estádios.SONORA – Luis Manuel Rebelo Fernandes – secretário-executivodo Ministério do EsporteTragédia semelhante aconteceu na França do Sr. Jerôme Valcke, já aconteceram nos Estados Unidos, já aconteceram no Japão, Já aconteceram na Rússia, já aconteceram, por que que ninguém pergunta se nesses países eles estão preparados para organizar uma Copa do Mundo ou uma Olimpíada? Valcke já garantiu que os Estádios da Copa são seguros e contam com planos de evacuação rápida e equipes treinadas para orientar os torcedores. ————————————————–SHOTLISTRIO DE JANEIRO, 30 JANUARY 2013, SOURCE: AFPTV1min 8s of images including:–Jérôme Valcke arriving at the press conference-the official World Cup 2014 poster is unveiled from left to right: Ronaldo, Marta, Amarildo, Carlos Alberto Torres and Bebeto)-pan across the poster-VAR of poster-VAR photogr aphers-conference room-VAR of journalists

Jérôme Valcke explica
O comitê que organiza a Copa do Mundo no Brasil se reuniu no Rio de Janeiro, nesta quarta-feira, para lançar a campanha que marca os 500 dias para o início da competição.Mas dois assuntos marcaram entrevista coletiva: a segurança nos estádio após tragédia em uma boate no sul do país e os trabalhos de Jérôme Valcke.O secretário-geral da Fifa confirmou que prestou consultoria à Confederação Brasileira de Futebol durante a preparação da candidatura do Brasil à Copa do Mundo, mas não vê conflito ético no trabalho. Valcke também comentou a reportagem da revista "France Football" sobre um suposto esquema de favorecimento ao Qatar na escolha da sede da Copa de 2022.SONORA - Jerôme Valcke – secretário-geral da Fifa"Eu li o artigo, mas, novamente, se há algo para ser investigado, a comissão de ética e o novo Comitê de ética da FIFA, que são totalmente independentes, podem abrir se desejarem um processo sobre o caso do Qatar 2022".SONORA - RONALDO"Vivo o futebol há muito tempo. Uma coisa é você ter uma prova concreta de um fato outra coisa é uma especulação, e fazer de uma especulação uma coisa grave.A gente ter que ter esse cuidado, principalmente para transmitir isso para o povo".Já o secretário-executivo do Ministério do Esporte afirmou que a tragédia em Santa Maria, onde 235 pessoas morreram em uma boate, não deveria prejudicar a imagem do Brasil com relação à segurança nos Estádios.SONORA – Luis Manuel Rebelo Fernandes – secretário-executivodo Ministério do EsporteTragédia semelhante aconteceu na França do Sr. Jerôme Valcke, já aconteceram nos Estados Unidos, já aconteceram no Japão, Já aconteceram na Rússia, já aconteceram, por que que ninguém pergunta se nesses países eles estão preparados para organizar uma Copa do Mundo ou uma Olimpíada? Valcke já garantiu que os Estádios da Copa são seguros e contam com planos de evacuação rápida e equipes treinadas para orientar os torcedores. ————————————————–SHOTLISTRIO DE JANEIRO, 30 JANUARY 2013, SOURCE: AFPTV1min 8s of images including:–Jérôme Valcke arriving at the press conference-the official World Cup 2014 poster is unveiled from left to right: Ronaldo, Marta, Amarildo, Carlos Alberto Torres and Bebeto)-pan across the poster-VAR of poster-VAR photogr aphers-conference room-VAR of journalists

Jérôme Valcke explica
O comitê que organiza a Copa do Mundo no Brasil se reuniu no Rio de Janeiro, nesta quarta-feira, para lançar a campanha que marca os 500 dias para o início da competição.Mas dois assuntos marcaram entrevista coletiva: a segurança nos estádio após tragédia em uma boate no sul do país e os trabalhos de Jérôme Valcke.O secretário-geral da Fifa confirmou que prestou consultoria à Confederação Brasileira de Futebol durante a preparação da candidatura do Br asil à Copa do Mundo, mas não vê conflito ético no trabalho. Valcke também comentou a reportagem da revista "France Football" sobre um suposto esquema de favorecimento ao Qatar na escolha da sede da Copa de 2022.SONORA - Jerôme Valcke – secretário-geral da Fifa"Eu li o artigo, mas, novamente, se há algo para ser investigado, a comissão de ética e o novo Comitê de ética da FIFA, que são totalmente independentes, podem abrir se desejarem um processo sobre o caso do Qatar 2022".SONORA - RONALDO"Vivo o futebol há muito tempo. Uma coisa é você ter uma prova concreta de um fato outra coisa é uma especulação, e fazer de uma especulação uma coisa grave.A gente ter que ter esse cuidado, principalmente para transmitir isso para o povo".Já o secretário-executivo do Ministério do Esporte afirmou que a tragédia em Santa Maria, onde 235 pessoas morreram em uma boate, não deveria prejudicar a imagem do Brasil com relação à segurança nos Estádios.SONORA – Luis Manuel Rebelo Fernandes &# 8211; secretário-executivodo Ministério do EsporteTragédia semelhante aconteceu na França do Sr. Jerôme Valcke, já aconteceram nos Estados Unidos, já aconteceram no Japão, Já aconteceram na Rússia, já aconteceram, por que que ninguém pergunta se nesses países eles estão preparados para organizar uma Copa do Mundo ou uma Olimpíada? Valcke já garantiu que os Estádios da Copa são seguros e contam com planos de evacuação rápida e equipes treinadas para orientar os torcedores. ————————————————–SHOTLISTRIO DE JANEIRO, 30 JANUARY 2013, SOURCE: AFPTV1min 8s of images including:–Jérôme Valcke arriving at the press conference-the official World Cup 2014 poster is unveiled from left to right: Ronaldo, Marta, Amarildo, Carlos Alberto Torres and Bebeto)-pan across the poster-VAR of poster-VAR photographers-conference room-VAR of journalists

Seahawks' Hill arrested on felony domestic violence charges
SEATTLE (Reuters) – Seattle Seahawks linebacker Leroy Hill has been arrested on charges he assaulted his girlfriend repeatedly while holding her captive for about six hours at his home outside Seattle, police said on Wednesday. Hill, 30, an eight-year veteran of Seattle’s National Football League team, faces charges of third-degree assault and unlawful imprisonment a day after the alleged assault, said Scott Behrbaum, a spokesman for the Issaquah police department. The charges are both felonies, according to Washington state statutes. …

Jérôme Valcke explica
O comitê que organiza a Copa do Mundo no Brasil se reuniu no Rio de Janeiro, nesta quarta-feira, para lançar a campanha que marca os 500 dias para o início da competição.Mas dois assuntos marcaram entrevista coletiva: a segurança nos estádio após tragédia em uma boate no sul do país e os trabalhos de Jérôme Valcke.O secretário-geral da Fifa confirmou que prestou consultoria à Confederação Brasileira de Futebol durante a preparação da candidatura do Bra sil à Copa do Mundo, mas não vê conflito ético no trabalho. Valcke também comentou a reportagem da revista "France Football" sobre um suposto esquema de favorecimento ao Qatar na escolha da sede da Copa de 2022.SONORA - Jerôme Valcke – secretário-geral da Fifa"Eu li o artigo, mas, novamente, se há algo para ser investigado, a comissão de ética e o novo Comitê de ética da FIFA, que são totalmente independentes, podem abrir se desejarem um processo sobre o caso do Qatar 2022".SONORA - RONALDO"Vivo o futebol há muito tempo. Uma coisa é você ter uma prova concreta de um fato outra coisa é uma especulação, e fazer de uma especulação uma coisa grave.A gente ter que ter esse cuidado, principalmente para transmitir isso para o povo".Já o secretário-executivo do Ministério do Esporte afirmou que a tragédia em Santa Maria, onde 235 pessoas morreram em uma boate, não deveria prejudicar a imagem do Brasil com relação à segurança nos Estádios.SONORA – Luis Manuel Rebelo Fernandes  211; secretário-executivodo Ministério do EsporteTragédia semelhante aconteceu na França do Sr. Jerôme Valcke, já aconteceram nos Estados Unidos, já aconteceram no Japão, Já aconteceram na Rússia, já aconteceram, por que que ninguém pergunta se nesses países eles estão preparados para organizar uma Copa do Mundo ou uma Olimpíada? Valcke já garantiu que os Estádios da Copa são seguros e contam com planos de evacuação rápida e equipes treinadas para orientar os torcedores. ————————————————–SHOTLISTRIO DE JANEIRO, 30 JANUARY 2013, SOURCE: AFPTV1min 8s of images including:–Jérôme Valcke arriving at the press conference-the official World Cup 2014 poster is unveiled from left to right: Ronaldo, Marta, Amarildo, Carlos Alberto Torres and Bebeto)-pan across the poster-VAR of poster-VAR photographers-conference room-VAR of journalists

Top-ranked Michigan rolls past Northwestern 68-46
ANN ARBOR, Mich. (AP) -- Trey Burke had 18 points and eight assists, and No. 1 Michigan was nearly flawless at the start Wednesday night en route to a 68-46 victory over Northwestern.

Brees wants to bury bounty probe, help New Orleans
NEW ORLEANS (AP) -- Drew Brees wore gray sneakers to his first full day of Super Bowl-related appearances -- a wise move for an ambassador of a city who had to walk briskly from end to end of a sprawling convention center to make all of his scheduled stops.

Column: Last ride a rocky one for Ray Lewis
NEW ORLEANS (AP) -- A lot of this Super Bowl was going to be about Ray Lewis anyway, even before strange tales of deer-antler spray and magic hologram chips came to light. He made sure of it by starting his retirement tour early, and bringing along the dances and inspirational speeches that TV cameras eat up.

Peru's Campos consoles Ecuador's Parrales at end of South American under-20 championship soccer match in Mendoza
Peru's goalkeeper Angelo Campos (L) consoles Ecuador's Miguel Parrales at the end of their South American under-20 championship soccer match in Mendoza January 30, 2013. The top four teams qualify for the FIFA Under-20 World Cup 2013 to be held in Turkey from June 21 to July 13. REUTERS/Enrique Marcarian (ARGENTINA – Tags: SPORT SOCCER)

Peru's Campos consoles Ecuador's Parrales at end of South American under-20 championship soccer match in Mendoza
Peru's goalkeeper Angelo Campos (L) consoles Ecuador's Miguel Parrales at the end of their South American under-20 championship soccer match in Mendoza January 30, 2013. The top four teams qualify for the FIFA Under-20 World Cup 2013 to be held in Turkey from June 21 to July 13. REUTERS/Enrique Marcarian (ARGENTINA – Tags: SPORT SOCCER)

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Peru's players celebrate team's third goal during their South American under-20 championship soccer match against Ecuador in Mendoza
Peru's players celebrate their team's third goal during their South American under-20 championship soccer match against Ecuador in Mendoza January 30, 2013. The top four teams qualify for the FIFA under-20 World Cup 2013 to be held in Turkey from June 21 to July 13. REUTERS/Enrique Marcarian (ARGENTINA – Tags: SPORT SOCCER)

Peru's Polo challenges Ecuador's Uchuari during South American under-20 championship soccer match in Mendoza
Peru's Andy Polo (R) challenges Ecuador's Jonny Uchuari during their South American under-20 championship soccer match in Mendoza January 30, 2013. The top four teams qualify for the FIFA under-20 World Cup 2013 to be held in Turkey from June 21 to July 13. REUTERS/Enrique Marcarian (ARGENTINA – Tags: SPORT SOCCER)

Sprint U.S. Grand Prix - Day 1
PARK CITY, UT – JANUARY 30: Scotty Lago competes in the semi-finals of the FIS Snowboard Halfpipe World Cup at the Sprint U.S. Grand Prix at Park City Mountain on January 30, 2013 in Park City, Utah. (Photo by Doug Pensinger/Getty Images)

Sprint U.S. Grand Prix - Day 1
PARK CITY, UT – JANUARY 30: Spencer Shaw competes in the semi-finals of the FIS Snowboard Halfpipe World Cup at the Sprint U.S. Grand Prix at Park City Mountain on January 30, 2013 in Park City, Utah. (Photo by Doug Pensinger/Getty Images)

Sprint U.S. Grand Prix - Day 1
PARK CITY, UT – JANUARY 30: (EDITORS NOTE: Image has been converted to black and white) Wancheng Shi of China competes in the semi-finals of the FIS Snowboard Halfpipe World Cup at the Sprint U.S. Grand Prix at Park City Mountain on January 30, 2013 in Park City, Utah. (Photo by Doug Pensinger/Getty Images)

Long snappers: Looking at football upside down
NEW ORLEANS (AP) -- They look at the world upside down between their legs.

Niners WR-PR Williams questions NFL sanctions
NEW ORLEANS (AP) -- Kyle Williams can't believe the New York Giants weren't punished by the NFL for targeting him in last year's NFC championship game.

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Ecuador's forward Ely Esterilla celebrates after scoing against Peru during their South American U-20 final round football match at Malvinas Argentinas stadium in Mendoza, Argentina, on January 30, 2013. Four teams will qualify for the FIFA U-20 World Cup Turkey 2013. AFP PHOTO / DANIEL GARCIADANIEL GARCIA/AFP/Getty Images

Peru's goalkeeper Campos makes save from goal attempt of Ecuador's Parrales during South American under-20 championship soccer match in Mendoza
REFILE – CORRECTING TYPO Peru's goalkeeper Angelo Campos (R) makes a save from a goal attempt of Ecuador's Miguel Parrales during their South American under-20 championship soccer match in Mendoza January 30, 2013. The top four teams qualify for the FIFA Under-20 World Cup 2013 to be held in Turkey from June 21 to July 13. REUTERS/Enrique Marcarian (ARGENTINA – Tags: SPORT SOCCER TPX IMAGES OF THE DAY)

Peru's Campos makes save from goal attempt of Ecuador's Esterilla during South American under-20 championship soccer match in Mendoza
Peru's goalkeeper Angelo Campos (R) makes a save from a goal attempt of Ecuador's Ely Esterilla during their South American under-20 championship soccer match in Mendoza January 30, 2013. The top four teams qualify for the FIFA Under-20 World Cup 2013 to be held in Turkey from June 21 to July 13. REUTERS/Enrique Marcarian (ARGENTINA – Tags: SPORT SOCCER)

Feburary events will gauge Jacksonville interest for high-profile sports
Mayor Alvin Brown is pushing for more sports events to attract people downtown and bring visitors to the city.

Super Bowl is Father vs. Son as well as Brother v Brother
NEW ORLEANS (Reuters) – The Super Bowl h as been dubbed the 'Har-Bowl' with sibling head coaches Jim and John Harbaugh going head to head but there is another family rivalry on the line – father versus son. San Francisco 49ers head coach Jim's eldest son Jay is a coaching intern with Sunday's rivals, the Baltimore Ravens, adding an extra family twist to the occasion. Jay Harbaugh's role has not been referred to by either his father or uncle during the intense media build-up to the game but it was revealed by grandfather Jack at a press conference on Wednesday. …

NFL-Super Bowl is Father v Son as well as Brother v Brother
NEW ORLEANS, Jan 30 (Reuters) – The Super Bowl has been dubbed the ‘Har-Bowl’ with sibling head coaches Jim and John Harbaugh going head to head but there is another family rivalry on the line – father versus son. San Francisco 49ers head coach Jim’s eldest son Jay is a coaching intern with Sunday’s rivals, the Baltimore Ravens, adding an extra family twist to the occasion. Jay Harbaugh’s role has not been referred to by either his father or uncle during the intense media build-up to the game but it was revealed by grandfather Jack at a press conference on Wednesday. …

Latest A-Rod troubles have team frustrated
NEW YORK (AP) -- Alex Rodriguez was speaking on a conference call.

Singh admits using controversial spray
LOS ANGELES (Reuters) – Former world number one Vijay Singh has admitted using deer antler spray, but says he was unaware the extract contained an insulin-like growth factor that is banned by the PGA Tour. Fijian Singh, a three-times major winner, has been using the spray, which is believed to speed up recovery from injury, for “a couple of months”, according to a Sports Illustrated article published online earlier this week. …

UPDATE 1-Golf-Singh admits using controversial spray
* Singh “shocked” spray contains a banned substance * PGA Tour is looking into the matter (Adds PGA Tour comment, further detail, byline, dateline) LOS ANGELES, Jan 30 (Reuters) – Former world number one Vijay Singh has admitted using deer antler spray, but says he was unaware the extract contained an insulin-like growth factor that is banned by the PGA Tour. Fijian Singh, a three-times major winner, has been using the spray, which is believed to speed up recovery from injury, for “a couple of months”, according to a Sports Illustrated article published online earlier this week. …

Pa. judge nixes Sandusky's bid for new abuse trial
HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) -- Jerry Sandusky lost a bid for a new trial Wednesday when a judge rejected his argument that his lawyers were not given enough time to prepare for the three-week proceeding that ended with a 45-coun t guilty verdict on child sex abuse charges.

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Peru's forward Yordi Reina celebrates with teammates forward Jean Deza (L) and midfielder Hernan Hinostroza (L) after he scored the second goal against Ecuador, during their South American U-20 final round football match at Malvinas Argentinas stadium in Mendoza, Argentina, on January 30, 2013. Four teams will qualify for the FIFA U-20 World Cup Turkey 2013. AFP PHOTO / DANIEL GARCIADANIEL GARCIA/AFP/Getty Images

Indians gear up for WI challenge
The second and third place in the group would be a hard fought contest, with the West Indies a vastly improved side from four years ago. The England squad features familiar faces, including captain Edwards, while there are eight players from the original Cup winning squad of 2009 including the in-form ICC Women’s Twenty20 Player of the Year 2012, Sarah Taylor, who will once again lead the side’s batting line-up. (agencies)

We're hopeful of cashing in on home advantage: Mithali
“One thing I always felt was that India never had a good opening pair. That was a very big concern. This time we have Thirushkamini (Murugesan) who has made a comeback. In both the games (warm-up games) have done really well. They have given us a good start. That’s a positive sign,” she added.

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'India can win Cup'
“Well, during last edition, we were participants. The reason I am saying we took part is because we were lacking a lot of experience. We went into the tournament as underdogs. But I guess, we have gained a lot of experience from 2009 to now. We are not taking part anymore, we are competing now,” she said.

Pakistan women made to feel 'at home' in Cuttack
Cuttack is a World Cup venue till February 15, when the Barabati hosts the fifth place play-off. The DRIEMS Ground there is a venue as well.

Reuters Sports News Summary
Following is a summary of current sports news briefs. Judge rejects Sandusky’s bid for new sex abuse trial2013-01-30T192323Z_2_BRE90T15H_RTROPTC_0_US-USA-CRIME-SANDUSKY.XML () – Hot and cold kickers could decide Super Bowl NEW ORLEANS (Reuters) – With four of the last five SuperBowls decided by less than a touchdown, Sunday’s title clashcould come down to a kicking contest between Baltimore’sred-hot Justin Tucker and San Francisco’s ice cold David Akers. …

A-Rod's latest problems try Yankees' patience
NEW YORK (AP) -- Once considered a player who could shatter the career home run record, Alex Rodriguez has transformed from All-Star to annoyance to some in the New York Yankees organization.

Sprint U.S. Grand Prix - Day 1
PARK CITY, UT – JANUARY 30: Mercedes Nicoll of Canada competes during qualifications for the FIS Snowboard Halfpipe World Cup at the Sprint U.S. Grand Prix at Park City Mountain on January 30, 2013 in Park City, Utah. (Photo by Doug Pensinger/Getty Images)

Peru's Reyna kicks to score his team's first goal during a South American under-20 championship soccer match against Ecuador in Mendoza
Peru's Jose Reyna (C) kicks the ball to score his team's first goal during a South American under-20 championship soccer match against Ecuador in Mendoza January 30, 2013. The top four teams qualify for the FIFA Under-20 World Cup 2013 to be held in Turkey from June 21 to July 13. REUTERS/Enrique Marcarian (ARGENTINA – Tags: SPORT SOCCER)

Sprint U.S. Grand Prix - Day 1
PARK CITY, UT – JANUARY 30: Mercedes Nicoll of Canada looks on during qualifications for the FIS Snowboard Halfpipe World Cup at the Sprint U.S. Grand Prix at Park City Mountain on January 30, 2013 in Park City, Utah. (Photo by Doug Pensinger/Getty Images)

Peru's Hinostroza challenges Ecuador's Ledesma during South American under-20 championship soccer match in Mendoza
Peru's Hernan Hinostroza (C) challenges Ecuador's Angel Ledesma (L) while Peru's Marcos Ortiz (R) looks on during their South American under-20 championship soccer match in Mendoza January 30, 2013. The top four teams qualify for the FIFA Under-20 World Cup 2013 to be held in Turkey from June 21 to July 13. REUTERS/Enrique Marcarian (ARGENTINA – Tags: SPORT SOCCER)

Ravens family reflect on impact of retiring Lewis
NEW ORLEANS (Reuters) – Ray Lewis, the only charter member of the Baltimore Ravens and only remaining player from their 2001 Super Bowl triumph, is retiring after Sunday’s Super Bowl game against the San Francisco 49ers. Here are some reflections on his impact from current and former members of the Ravens family. – - John Harbaugh, Ravens head coach “He can coach; he can do whatever he wants. I think Ray’s got big plans. Ray’s that kind of guy and when he’s done playing he’s always a guy trying to affect people and change the way that people think and make an impact on the world. …

Peru's Reyna and Gomez, Sanchez and Benavente celebrate after Reyna scored his team's second goal against Ecuador during their South American under-20 championship soccer match in Mendoza
Peru's Jose Reyna (2nd L) and teammates Edwin Gomez (L), Jean Deza Sanchez and Cristian Benavente (R) celebrate after Reyna scored his team's second goal against Ecuador during their South American under-20 championship soccer match in Mendoza January 30, 2013. The top four teams qualify for the FIFA Under-20 World Cup 2013 to be held in Turkey from June 21 to July 13. REUTERS/Enrique Marcarian (ARGENTINA – Tags: SPORT SOCCER)

NFL-Ravens family reflect on impact of retiring Lewis
NEW ORLEANS, Jan 30 (Reuters) – Ray Lewis, the only charter member of the Baltimore Ravens and only remaining player from their 2001 Super Bowl triumph, is retiring after Sunday’s Super Bowl game against the San Francisco 49ers. Here are some reflections on his impact from current and former members of the Ravens family. – - John Harbaugh, Ravens head coach “He can coach; he can do whatever he wants. I think Ray’s got big plans. Ray’s that kind of guy and when he’s done playing he’s always a guy trying to affect people and change the way that people think and make an impact on the world. …

AP Source: Rudy Gay headed to Toronto
Rudy Gay is on his way to Toronto in the latest and most dramatic move in the Memphis Grizzlies makeover, a person with knowledge of the situation told The Ass ociated Press.

Peru's Reyna and teammates Gomez and Sanchez celebrate after Reyna scored team's second goal against Ecuador during South American Under-20 championship soccer match in Mendoza
Peru's Jose Reyna (C) and teammates Edwin Gomez (L) and Jean Deza Sanchez celebrate after Reyna scored his team's second goal against Ecuador during their South American Under-20 championship soccer match in Mendoza January 30, 2013. The top four teams qualify for the FIFA Under-20 World Cup 2013 to be held in Turkey from June 21 to July 13. REUTERS/Enrique Marcarian (ARGENTINA – Tags: SPORT SOCCER)

Peru's Reyna kicks to score his team's first goal against Ecuador during a South American Under-20 championship soccer match in Mendoz
Peru's Jose Reyna (2nd L) kicks to score his team's first goal against Ecuador during a South American Under-20 championship soccer match in Mendoza January 30, 2013. The top four teams qualify for the FIFA Under-20 World Cup 2013 to be held in Turkey from June 21 to July 13. REUTERS/Enrique Marcarian (ARGENTINA – Tags: SPORT SOCCER)

Chile's players celebrate at the end of their South American Under-20 championship soccer match against Colombia in Mendoza
Chile's players celebrate at the end of their South American Under-20 championship soccer match against Colombia in Mendoza January 30, 2013. The top four teams qualify for the FIFA Under-20 World Cup 2013 to be held in Turkey from June 21 to July 13. REUTERS/Enrique Marcarian (ARGENTINA – Tags: SPORT SOCCER)

Ravens' Lewis eyes storybook ending to 17-year career
NEW ORLEANS (Reuters) – Ray Lewis, the face of the Baltimore Ravens franchise, believes the time has come for another Super Bowl title for his team and a storybook ending to a brilliant, 17-year National Football League (NFL) career. "I just think that if it is your time, it's your time," Lewis told reporters on Wednesday ahead of Sunday's NFL title game in New Orleans between Baltimore and San Francisco. "For us to be here today, it's bottom line, our time. …

Report: US to meet Belgium in Cleveland in May friendly
The United States men's national team could be in line for another showdown with Belgium, if reports out of the European nation are to be believed.

NFL-Ravens' Lewis eyes storybook ending to 17-year career
NEW ORLEANS, Jan 30 (Reuters) – Ray Lewis, the face of the Baltimore Ravens franchise, believes the time has come for another Super Bowl title for his team and a storybook ending to a brilliant, 17-year National Football League (NFL) career. “I just think that if it is your time, it’s your time,” Lewis told reporters on Wednesday ahead of Sunday’s NFL title game in New Orleans between Baltimore and San Francisco. “For us to be here today, it’s bottom line, our time. …

Sprint U.S. Grand Prix - Day 1
PARK CITY, UT – JANUARY 30: Jiayu Liu of China looks on during women's qualifications for the FIS Snowboard Halfpipe World Cup at the Sprint U.S. Grand Prix at Park City Mountain on January 30, 2013 in Park City, Utah. (Photo by Doug Pensinger/Getty Images)

Sprint U.S. Grand Prix - Day 1
PARK CITY, UT – JANUARY 30: Madeline Schaffrick is checked for signs of a concussion after she took a fall during practice prior to qualifications for the FIS Snowboard Halfpipe World Cup at the Sprint U.S. Grand Prix at Park City Mountain on January 30, 2013 in Park City, Utah. Schaffrick pulled out of the competition. (Photo by Doug Pensinger/Getty Images)