Tag: focus
With $50 million, UConn’s Dan Hurley keeps focus on court
University of Connecticut Men’s Basketball Head Coach Dan Hurley speaks to the media before the game between the New York Yankees and the Boston Red Sox at Yankee Stadium on July 06, 2024 in in the Bronx borough of New York City. Luke Hales/Getty Images/AFP STORRS, Connecticut — Even with a deal that would make…
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Gov’t must invest and focus on ‘sports economy’, say lawmakers
FILE–The Philippine national team had a four-medal haul in the 2023 Asian Games with pole vault star EJ Obiena and jiujitsu women’s stars Meggie Ochoa and Annie Ramirez leading the way. Representatives Alfred Delos Santos and Joel Chua push for strengthening “sports economy,” urging different government sectors to support Filipino athletes through various programs and…
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Germany sets focus on Olympics as Manila stint ends
Germany celebrates during a VNL match.–MARLO CUETO/INQUIRER.net MANILA, Philippines — Germany ended its Volleyball Nations League (VNL) stint with a 25-20, 25-23, 25-20 victory over Iran as it shifts its focus to the Paris Olympics on Sunday at Mall of Asia Arena. Moritz Karlitzek delivered the goods for the Germans with 21 points off 17…
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With Final 8 chances slim, Team USA turns focus to Olympics
Team USA’s Micah Christenson in the VNL Week 3 in Manila. –MARLO CUETO/INQUIRER.net MANILA, Philippines — USA skipper Micah Christenson has accepted they won’t make it to the Volleyball Nations League (VNL) Final Eight despite the slim chance, but he looks to make the most of their Manila experience to entertain Filipinos and prepare for…
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In hostile Boston, Mavs’ Irving aims to keep focus on NBA Finals
Kyrie Irving of the Dallas Mavericks looks to pass the ball during the third quarter against the Boston Celtics in Game Two of the 2024 NBA Finals at TD Garden on June 09, 2024 in Boston, Massachusetts. (Getty Images via AFP) NEW YORK – Resigned to the villain’s role in Boston, Dallas star Kyrie Irving…
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Preseason win ‘nothing’ as Maroons focus on real target: UAAP crown
UP Fighting Maroons’ Francis Lopez in Game 1 of the UAAP Season 86 men’s basketball finals. –MARLO CUETO/INQUIRER.net University of the Philippines (UP) retained its status as the Filoil EcoOil Preseason Cup champion, but it didn’t matter too much for the Fighting Maroons even though they hurdled a familiar, bitter foe. “To be honest, nothing…
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‘Crushing’ exit puts Ginebra focus on future
Christian Standhardinger (with ball) has proven to be a member of the PBA elite, says Ginebra coach Tim Cone. —PBA IMAGES Barangay Ginebra headed for the team bus on Friday night, leaving a trail of dejection so palpable that fans asking for selfies left the arena empty-handed. Stars Japeth Aguilar and Maverick Ahanmisi zoned out…
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Scotland vs Israel: Pedro Martinez Losa calls for focus ahead of behind-closed-doors game | Football News
Scotland head coach Pedro Martinez Losa says his side are trying to focus on football amid the difficult circumstances surrounding their double-header against Israel. Protesters are set to gather outside Hampden on Friday to call for Israel to be expelled from international football amid the ongoing Israel-Hamas war, and the Women’s Euro 2025 qualifier will…
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Always welcome at ‘home,’ Jia keeps focus on PH squad
India players celebrate a three-set win over Iran. —AUGUST DELA CRUZ If it was up to Sherwin Meneses, he would gladly welcome his former lead setter Jia de Guzman back to Creamline. But where De Guzman will next take her act after leading Alas Pilipinas in the Asian Volleyball Confederation (AVC) Challenge Cup starting on…
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Man Utd’s possible manager search won’t focus on trophies alone, boosting Gareth Southgate’s chances – Paper Talk | Football News
The top stories and transfer rumours from Thursday’s newspapers… THE TELEGRAPH Manchester United will not pick a successor to Erik ten Hag on their trophy record alone, which boosts the chances of Gareth Southgate emerging as the favourite for the post – should the club decide to sack the Dutchman. At least two Premier League…
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