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Messi Mania has grabbed hold in Major League Soccer, but will it be a long-lasting boost?

by ANNE M. PETERSON AP Sports Writer September 26, 2023September 26, 2023

Lionel Messi’s arrival in the United States has boosted his team and Major League Soccer.

American soccer was against artificial turf long before it became an NFL problem

by By Jonathan Tannenwald The Philadelphia Inquirer September 19, 2023September 19, 2023

There’s little debate in the MLS and NWSL — playing on grass is much better and much safer. Gillette Stadium is one of six MLS venues with artificial turf.

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Larry Nassar survivor says Michigan State’s latest mess shows it hasn’t learned from past

by LARRY LAGE Associated Press September 12, 2023September 12, 2023

Michigan State has stumbled from scandal to scandal, including the sexual abuse attacks by sports doctor Larry Nassar and current allegations against football coach Mel Tucker.

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Breanna Stewart edges A’ja Wilson for AP WNBA Player of the Year honors by 1 vote

by DOUG FEINBERG Associated Press September 12, 2023September 12, 2023

New York Liberty star wins AP Player of the Year award for the second straight season.

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Sean Payton’s excoriation of predecessor looks even worse after his bungled Broncos debut

by ARNIE STAPLETON Associated Press September 12, 2023September 12, 2023

Payton’s first game as Denver caoch was a lot like Nathaniel Hackett’s, even down to the exact final score.

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Colorado off to flying start by following lead of unconventional coach Deion Sanders

by PAT GRAHAM AP Sports Writer September 5, 2023September 5, 2023

Deion Sanders wants his players reading all about how good they are because the Colorado coach isn’t one to keep his players grounded.

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Backup QB Bryson Barnes helps Utah beat Florida in season opener

by JOHN COON Associated Press September 1, 2023September 1, 2023

Barnes throws a 70-yard touchdown pass to Money Parks on Utah’s first play of the game and rushes for another score as the No. 14 Utes beat the Gators 24-11 on Thursday night in the opener for both teams.

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Bills’ Damar Hamlin ready to suit up for first preseason game since going into cardiac arrest

by JOHN WAWROW Associated Press August 11, 2023August 11, 2023

Safety is preparing for the next step to resume his career by suiting up in Buffalo’s preseason-opening game against the Indianapolis Colts on Saturday.