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Liberty fire head coach Chris DeMarco after one season: report

NEW YORK — It’s one and done for Chris DeMarco. The Liberty front office has decided to fire the head coach after just one season with the team, according to ESPN. “Thank you, Coach DeMarco,” the Liberty posted on social media Tuesday. The moves come after the team entered the postseason as an eighth seed and got swept by the Atlanta Dream in their second-round playoff series. DeMarco, who ...

Yahoo Sports · 3h ago
Who will the New York Liberty hire at head coach to replace Chris DeMarco? 8 names to watch

Chris DeMarco is the latest WNBA coach this cycle to get the ax after leading the New York Liberty to a mediocre 28-18 record in his lone season. In September, the Los Angeles Sparks fired Lynne Roberts after she finished the second of a four-year deal with a team option in Year 5. Just two job openings represent a drastic change from the eight seats that were available after the 2024 season and five last year. However, sources around the league believe the cycle may not be done. Those sources s

Yahoo Sports · 3h ago
Chris Canty destroyed by Bears fans for criticizing Caleb Williams’ Michael Jordan comment

As Caleb Williams and the Chicago Bears diced up the Seattle Seahawks on Monday night, 34-17, there’s no doubt a lot of excitement around the team after beating the reigning Super Bowl champions. With the Bears focusing their attention on the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in Week 9, a quote from Williams has rubbed sports analyst Chris Canty the wrong way. […] The post Chris Canty destroyed by Bears fans for criticizing Caleb Williams’ Michael Jordan comment appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Yahoo Sports · 5h ago
New York Liberty fire coach Chris DeMarco after 1 season

The New York Liberty have fired coach Chris DeMarco after one season, according to a source familiar with DeMarco’s termination who spoke on condition of anonymity to protect relationships. According to the source, DeMarco was signed to a multi-year contract, meaning the Liberty will owe him a payout. The Liberty advanced to the semifinals as a No. 8 seed during an injury-riddled season but were swept by the Atlanta Dream. The Liberty finished the regular season 26-18 — one more loss than in 202

Yahoo Sports · 12h ago
ESPN honors Chris Spatola with tribute during Army-Duke broadcast

The death of Chris Spatola was felt across sports media when the tragic news broke in late September. Spatola, a beloved college basketball analyst at ESPN, passed away unexpectedly on Sept. 21, according to his obituary, and is survived by his wife, Jamie, and their three children. He was 47. The lasting grief permeated ESPN’s…

Yahoo Sports · 12h ago
Chris Finch reveals why the Timberwolves would be ‘lost’ without Jonathan Kuminga

MINNEAPOLIS — After a ragged yet much-needed win over the Milwaukee Bucks on Monday, Timberwolves head coach Chris Finch said that newly acquired forward Jonathan Kuminga is playing the “perfect role.” “When we were really struggling to rebound there, kind of in the second quarter… (Kuminga) made it a point to really go hunt the ball, and that was […] The post Chris Finch reveals why the Timberwolves would be ‘lost’ without Jonathan Kuminga appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Yahoo Sports · 20h ago
Timberwolves’ Chris Finch reveals key factor in Ayo Dosunmu for ‘stepping up’ amid injuries

MINNEAPOLIS — Amid several key injuries, including to superstar guard Anthony Edwards , Ayo Dosunmu is proving that his 2026 run after being traded to the Minnesota Timberwolves was no fluke. ​Through the first seven games of the Wolves’ 2026-2027 campaign, Dosunmu is averaging a would-be career-high 15.3 points per game, while shooting 48 percent […] The post Timberwolves’ Chris Finch reveals key factor in Ayo Dosunmu for ‘stepping up’ amid injuries appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Yahoo Sports · 23h ago
Andy Madley and VAR should take credit – they got major Anfield calls right | Chris Foy

Timber’s shirt pull on Isak was not a penalty on review, and Madueke’s clash with Mac Allister was clearly not violent conduct There was one incident that got everyone talking at the weekend, and that was the decision not to award Liverpool a penalty in their match against Arsenal after Alexander Isak had his shirt pulled by Jurriën Timber as he tried to get his head to a Bradley Barcola cross. The on-field decision from the referee, Andy Madley, was no penalty and it was a call backed by the video assistant referee, Stuart Attwell. After the match the Liverpool manager, Andoni Iraola, said there had been a “clear, clear pull” and when footage is slowed down or freeze-framed, that looks to be true. But at full speed, the contact appears minimal and not sustained: Timber is using one hand and tugs briefly on the shirt, and the impact on Isak’s movement is arguable. Continue reading...

The Guardian · Nov 2
Predators’ Chris MacFarland breaks silence on Shane Wright trade

The Nashville Predators acquired Shane Wright in a trade with the Seattle Kraken on Sunday. This ends a bit of a saga within the Kraken. Wright has preferred a trade out of Seattle for a while now. He finally got his wish with this move. The newest Predators forward has had a rollercoaster of a career to this point. He was never able to establish […] The post Predators’ Chris MacFarland breaks silence on Shane Wright trade appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Yahoo Sports · Nov 2
Instant Analysis: New England Patriots 24, Miami Dolphins 19

Quick thoughts from South Florida Sun Sentinel staffers on the Dolphins’ loss to the New England Patriots at Hard Rock Stadium as Miami falls to 1-6. Chris Perkins, Dolphins Columnist The Dolphins held on for as long as they could but the better team won Sunday. Patriots QB Drake Maye crushed the Dolphins in the second half and Miami’s run game, No. 7 in the league entering this week’s games, ...

Yahoo Sports · Nov 2
‘It’s a Disaster’ — Former Colts QB Offers Harsh Reality Check to Owner Carlie Irsay-Gordon Over Sideline Presence

Indianapolis Colts co-owner and CEO Carlie Irsay-Gordon stamped her authority on the team almost two weeks ago when she fired general manager Chris Ballard during his 10th season with the franchise. The Colts are still 2-5, and with DeForest Buckner and Quenton Nelson also traded, the team appears to be looking toward a full rebuild rather than trying to salvage the 2026 season.

Yahoo Sports · Nov 1
Washington's offense shows up late with Williams and Lawson teaming up to beat Nebraska 17-10

(AP) — Chris Lawson scored the go-ahead touchdown on a 25-yard catch-and-run with 1:30 left and Alex McLaughlin returned Anthony Colandrea's third interception of the game 48 yards for the clinching score as Washington came from behind to beat Nebraska 17-10 on Saturday night.The Huskies (5-3, 2-3 Big Ten) did little offensively until quarterback Demond Williams Jr.

Yahoo Sports · Nov 1