A Turkish court sentenced former Ankaragucu president Faruk Koca to over three years in prison for attacking referee Halil Umut Meler on the pitch in December 2023. Koca punched Meler after a league game, leading to global outrage and a suspension of league games. Koca, who resigned and was briefly jailed before being released on bail, is expected to appeal the verdict, while Ankaragucu was fined and sanctioned for the incident.
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Chelsea is reportedly seeking to sign a different type of attacker than Nicolas Jackson and Liam Delap, who recently contributed to a 2-0 victory against Los Angeles FC in the Club World Cup. Journalist Ben Jacobs indicates they have removed Benjamin Sesko from consideration and are interested in Morgan Rogers if he becomes available, while also monitoring West Ham's Mohammed Kudus. Need More Context? 🔎
Read moreArkansas head coach Dave Van Horn, along with players SS Wehiwa Aloy, OF Logan Maxwell, and LHP Zach Root, celebrated a 7-3 victory over UCLA in the College World Series. For more in-depth coverage and fan discussions, visit HawgBeat's homepage and join the Trough, their premium message board. Need More Context? 🔎
Read moreSam Reinhart's impressive four-goal performance led the Florida Panthers to a decisive 5-1 victory over the Edmonton Oilers, securing the Panthers' second consecutive Stanley Cup championship in their third straight trip to the Finals. This victory is a testament to Florida's offensive strength throughout the series. Need More Context? 🔎
Read moreThe Indiana Fever welcomed back All-Star guard Caitlin Clark, who scored a season-high 32 points in her return, leading the team to a 102-88 victory over the New York Liberty. However, the Fever will be without six-time All-Star DeWanna Bonner, who is "purely day-to-day" due to undisclosed personal reasons, raising concerns as the team prepares for a challenging road trip. Need More Context? 🔎
Read moreGrace Berger, a former Indiana University standout, has signed a hardship contract with the Los Angeles Sparks due to injuries affecting key players, including Kelsey Plum. Berger, who averaged 3.9 points in her WNBA career and had a successful stint in Turkey, will provide much-needed guard depth as the Sparks struggle with a 4-8 record this season. Need More Context? 🔎
Read moreThe Boston Celtics are preparing for the 2025 NBA draft, holding the No. 28 and 32 picks, with a focus on addressing needs for big men, guards, and potentially a wing. The "Havlicek Stole the Pod" podcast features insights from draft expert Bryan Kalbrosky on potential prospects that align with the Celtics' strategy for the upcoming draft. Need More Context? 🔎
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