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Entry list and previews now available - IAAF World Championships London 2017

7/31/2017

The provisional entry list for the IAAF World Championships London 2017, which take place from 4-13 August in the British capital, is now available.

The entries, as at 29 July, are now available via the athletes page on the IAAF World Championships London 2017 mini-site where users can quickly search and browse all 2034 athletes from more than 200 teams entered in the 16th edition of the IAAF's flagship event. The lists are also available to download as PDF documents listing entries by event and season's best [download | view] and entries by event [download | view].

EFC unveils ‘The Fighter’

7/31/2017

FC enters a new era with the announcement of The Fighter, a 10 part reality TV series that charts the journey of 16 MMA middleweights, in a quest that ends with a R500,000 prize contract and a guaranteed shot at EFC gold.

Partnering with reality producers, SIC Entertainment (producers of SA Idols), EFC is spreading the net across the world to find the perfect 16 middleweight contestants to compete in the first season of the reality show, known as TF1 (The Fighter season 1).

FIFA General Secretary visits GFA

7/31/2017

The first female FIFA General Secretary Madam Fatma Samba Diouf Samoura has paid an unofficial visit to the Ghana Football Association Secretariat on Friday.

Madam Diouf Samoura whi hails from Senegal interacted with the GFA President Kwesi Nyantakyi, other key officials and staff of the GFA during her brief visit to the Association’s headquarters in Accra.

Russia edge out reigning champions USA to claim first U19 Women title in 28 years

7/31/2017

Italian Basketball Federation (FIP) Vice-President Gaetano Laguardia (left) and FIBA Secretary General Patrick Baumann (right) present the FIBA U19 Women's Basketball World Cup trophy to Russia captain Raisa Musina (centre). United States of America v Russia, 2017 FIBA U19 Women's Basketball World Cup (ITA), Udine - Palasport "Primo Carnera"(ITA), Final, 30 July 2017

Vadeeva beats teammate Musina to MVP, headlines All-Star Five

7/31/2017

United States of America v Russia, 2017 FIBA U19 Women's Basketball World Cup (ITA), Udine - Palasport "Primo Carnera"(ITA), Final, 30 July 2017

UDINE/CIVIDALE DEL FRIULI (FIBA U19 Women's Basketball World Cup 2017) - Maria Vadeeva pipped teammate Raisa Musina to the prestigious title of MVP offered by Tissot at the FIBA U19 Women's Basketball World Cup 2017.

Sri Lanka Cricket secures Coca-Cola

7/31/2017

Coca-Cola will serve as the official carbonated beverage partner of the Sri Lankan cricket team until early 2020. The deal will see the soft drink company being sold at venues throughout the country during all inbound international tours and home matches.

Sri Lanka are currently competing in a three-game Test series at home to India. The first five-day match is currently being played in Galle, while the final two fixtures will be staged in Colombo and Balagolla.

Totalsports Race increases incentive

7/31/2017

The organisers of the Totalsports Women’s Race have introduced an additional R20 000 incentive for the female runner that runs a sub 33min 10km in Johannesburg or Cape Town on Wednesday, 9th August 2017 (National Women’s Day).

A popular women’s day celebration, the Totalsports Women’s Race encourages entrants to #RunForLife in support of PinkDrive.

Mixed Martial Arts Captain calls for support

7/31/2017

The captain of the national Mixed Martial Arts team, Theophilus Nelson has opened up on why he chose the sport and also what it takes to be a mixed-martial-artist

In an exclusive interview with Kobby Stone, the well-built athlete spoke of his impressions of the Ghanaian media and also called for support for the sport which he leads.

Klangon Manste Calls For Unity Through Sports

7/31/2017

Nii Bortey kla I, Klangon Manste has called for more sporting activities to unite Ghanaians to create peaceful co-existence.

Speaking to Yours Truly at the 8th Annual Homowo Cup Football Match at the Klangon Royal School Park, he said football has brought peace in the community, because in the past the people did not understand each other and they fought among themselves over the land.

Black Spikers Grateful To MYS

7/31/2017

The national volleyball team ‘Black Spikers’ went to Niger for world cup qualification in the West Africa zone and eventually became victors in the zone.

Before they embarked to Niger,the Sports Ministry gave them $5,000 (five thousand dollars) which were used to pay the participation fee, feeding and the hotel bills .

WAFU President Nyantekyi applauds Fox Sports

7/31/2017

President of the West African Football Union (WAFU) Kwasi Nyantakyi, has commended Fox Sports for investing in West African Football.

Speaking at the launch of the WAFU cup of nations, Mr. Nyantakyi praised Fox Sports for their efforts to revitalize the flagship tournament in the sub-region.

“The current leadership of WAFU Zones A and B have resolved to make the WAFU Cup of nations a permanent feature of the African football calendar.

Shocks aplenty as big guns toppled

7/31/2017

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Denmark knock out Germany in biggest upset of the tournament
France fall in quarters again, this time to England
Austria edge out Spain to continue historic run

England, Denmark and Austria advanced to the semi-finals of UEFA Women’s EURO 2017 on Sunday, a day on which two historic runs came to an end. After reigning champions Germany had seen their 22-year reign as queens of Europe come to an end in what was the shock result of the day, England then scored their first win over France in normal time in over four decades.

Independent Panel Rejects Lalas Abubakar Red Card Appeal

7/31/2017

NEW YORK (July 28, 2017) – The Independent Panel, consisting of one representative from the United States Soccer Federation, one representative from the Canadian Soccer Association, and one representative from the Professional Referee Organization, has rejected Columbus Crew SC’s appeal of defender Lalas Abubakar’s red card, issued in the 36th minute the of Crew SC’s game against the Philadelphia Union on July 26.

MLS WORKS, Chicago Fire, the U.S. Soccer Foundation and Southern New Hampshire University to Unveil New Soccer Mini-Pitches at Gage Park

7/31/2017

Dedication of state-of-the-art mini-pitches culminates All-Star Community Day and Youth Soccer activities presented by AdvoCare.

As part of the 2017 MLS All-Star week, MLS WORKS – Major League Soccer’s community outreach initiative – and the Chicago Fire will host an All-Star Community Day at Gage Park. MLS All-Stars will join MLS WORKS, the Chicago Fire, the U.S. Soccer Foundation and Southern New Hampshire University (SNHU) in unveiling two new mini-pitches. The mini-pitches will provide a safe and accessible place to play, while supporting local youth programming, including the Chicago Fire’s P.L.A.Y.S. Program. Additionally, SNHU will award a full college scholarship to a deserving member of the local community as part of the dedication ceremony.

Last seven clubs revealed

7/31/2017

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Last seven participants at the FICWC announced
19 clubs will be taking part in the competition
Last two tickets for the FIWC 2017 Grand Final at stake

With six teams announced 15 days ago, six more last week and the last seven this Monday, we know now which 19 clubs will be lining up at the inaugural FIFA Interactive Club World Cup, to be held in London on 5 August.

Host Ghana face Gambia in WAFU Cup opener

7/31/2017

Host Ghana has been drawn against Gambia in the opening match of the WAFU Cup of Nations scheduled for 9-22 September 2017 in the cities of Sekondi and Cape Coast.

The draw held on Thursday (27 July 2017) in Accra pitted the Black Stars, housed in Zone A against their Gambian counterparts in the tournament opener in Sekondi on Saturday, 9 September 2017 at the at the Essipong Stadium in Sekondi.

Rwanda legend Karekezi appointed Rayon Sports coach

7/31/2017

Former Rwanda forward Olivier Karekezi has been appointed head coach of current champions, Rayon Sports on a two-year deal.

The 34-year old, revered at giants APR, will contrastingly cut his coaching teeth at bitterest rivals, Rayon, replacing Djuma Masudi, who resigned shortly after guiding the capital-based club to the league crown last season.

Zambia collect gold at the 2017 COSAFA U17 Championship

7/31/2017

A late burst from Zambia saw them collect gold at the 2017 COSAFA Under-17 Championships as they beat hosts Mauritius 3-0 in the final in Port Louis on Sunday. It took Zambia until the 72nd minute to make the breakthrough, but once they did they took full control of the game to earn their first COSAFA Under-17 Championship title.

The match was an even affair with both teams having chances in the opening half, but it took a moment of magic from Prince Mumba to break the deadlock as he rifled home a 30-yard shot that left the Mauritius keeper with no chance.

Bermuda hopes to repeat Youth Games success at GC2018

7/31/2017

Arriving in hands of medallists from the Commonwealth Youth Games (CYG), the Queen’s Baton received a welcome of champions in the prettiest of north Atlantic islands.

The tiny and boutique island chain of Bermuda has a reputation for punching well above its weight, in both the able-bodied and para-sport arenas. But never has it sent a more successful team to a major international, multi-sport event than the recent CYG in the Bahamas. In five days of competition against 1,300 young elite athletes, the team brought home to ‘da rock’ three bronze and one gold – its first medals in 17 years of CYG.

Gulati: India 2017 a special event for me

7/31/2017

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India 2017 hosts face USA in their opening game
Sunil Gulati, FIFA Council member, was born in India but raised in USA
Colombia and Ghana complete strong Group A

Laughs, big smiles and a handshake. The exact moment at the Official Draw that 2017 FIFA U-17 World Cup hosts India were pulled out of the pot to play USA in the Opening Match saw Sunil Gulati, wearing his hat as head of the US Soccer Federation, turn to his Indian counterpart Praful Patel and grab his hand in a warm handshake. It was one of the more light-hearted moments of the ceremony in Mumbai earlier this month.

Khrist Le Roi School Celebrates Silver Jubilee With Spectacular Graduation

7/31/2017

The Khrist Le Roi School at Teshie Demo celebrated their 25th anniversary in grand style with the talented pupils performing recitals and dances in spectacular fashion.

The event which took place last Saturday at the school (Junior Secondary section) attracted a lot of parents, guardians and passersby.

Kenya vow to stop dominant Namibia in Gold Cup decider

7/31/2017

Coach Jerome Paarwater (in photo)

Ahead of the crucial Africa Gold Cup decider, the national 15s team was hosted at a welcome dinner on Wednesday evening by the Kenya High Commission in Namibia as they seek to reclaim the continental title they last lifted in 2013.k
Team Manager Simiyu Wangila vowed his charges will make Kenyans smile on Saturday when the Simbas lock horns with the hosts and defending champions Namibia in the crunch to be played at the Hage Geingob Stadium in Windhoek.

FIBA Europe Coaching Certificate set to tip-off for 10th year

7/30/2017

FECC mentor Pablo Laso
MUNICH (FIBA Europe Coaching Certificate) – FIBA's prestigious European coaching program, the FIBA Europe Coaching Certificate (FECC) is set to tip-off for its 10th year.

French Federation President Siutat keen to help Mauritius in training and development

7/30/2017

Jean Pierre Siutat (left), President of France Basketball Federation keen to share his know-how with the Mauritius Basketball Federation

VACOAS-PHOENIX - Jean-Pierre Siutat, president of France Basketball Federation (FFBB), was in Mauritius to witness Mali’s historical win over Egypt in the FIBA U16 African Championship Final, Saturday July 22.

India clinch Division B crown in front of sellout home crowd

7/30/2017

Kazakhstan v India, 2017 FIBA Women's Asia Cup Division B (IND), Bengaluru(IND), Final, 29 July 2017

BENGALURU (FIBA Women's Asia Cup 2017) - It was a truly historic night for India as they survived a thriller of a Final against Kazakhstan, 75-73, in front of a sellout Kanteerava Indoor stadium.

It was a nip-and-tuck affair from the onset, with both the Kazakhs and the Indians determined to get the lone promotion ticket to Division A. Leads exchanged a handful of times in the first period before Kazakhstan hit their stride in the second quarter, outscoring India, 20-15, to take an 8-point lead to the halftime break.