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KNOXVILLE, Tenn. – Tennessee’s eight 2025 Southeastern Conference football opponents and locations were revealed by the league office on Wednesday. All four of the SEC opponents that the Volunteers will travel to in 2024 will return the trip to Neyland Stadium in 2025. In 2025, Tennessee will travel to the four SEC foes it plays host to in 2024. Similar to the 2024 SEC football schedule, during the 2025 season teams will play eight conference games plus one required opponent from the ACC, Big Ten, Big 12, Pac-12 or major independent. The full schedule of dates of games for the 2025…
There are concerns that one of World Rugby’s new proposals will devalue the scrum and potentially take away part of what makes rugby union unique. Several law amendments have been put forward and will be voted on in May as the governing body seeks to improve the sport as a spectacle. In particular, they are looking to speed up the game and promote more positive play. Law proposals Several ideas have been proposed, including getting rid of the ‘Dupont Law’ loophole and forcing the ball to be played when a maul has been stopped once and not twice, as is…
Tottenham Hotspur are subject to potential legal action over the signing of a player on a free transfer last summer. In July last year, Spurs signed Manor Solomon from Shakhtar Donetsk as a free agent under a FIFA ruling allowing foreign players in Russia and Ukraine to unilaterally suspend their contracts amid the conflict in the region. Taking advantage of FIFA’s directive, the Lilywhites capitalized on the opportunity to acquire the promising left-winger at no cost. However, Shakhtar’s chief executive, Sergei Palkin, has criticized Tottenham for their “disrespectful” offer during negotiations for Manor Solomon, describing it as mere “peanuts.” He…
The madness is nearly here! March Madness is nearly upon us, as the 2024 NCAA Tournament is set to begin tomorrow with the Round of 64. Despite the Michigan Wolverines missing the tournament for the second straight year, members of Maize n Brew answered some questions surrounding this year’s tournament and more. With Michigan being in dead last place for the first time since the ‘60s, what do the Wolverines and their new head coach (whoever that will be) have to do to turn things around? And what you consider a successful season in year one of the new regime? Von: It’s…
World rugby are exploring a possible law change that could significantly depower the impact of the Springboks’ famed ‘bomb squad’. The Springboks’ decision to start seven forwards off the bench in their 7-1 victory against the All Blacks on the eve of the 2023 World Cup gave new meaning to the team’s strength as a “bomb squad.” Despite the fact that Willie le Roux’s injury occurred late, this bench arrangement sparked a lot of discussion in the rugby community. Former Scotland rugby coach Matt Williams claimed South Africa was “abusing the bench” and endangering player safety. During the 2019 World…
The Springboks are set for rugby domination with strategic leadership, innovative coaching, financial backing, and youth development. The Springboks are on the brink of a golden era of domination in the world of rugby. Strategic leadership, minimal player turnover, innovative coaching staff, legal expertise, and financial backing position the Springboks to maintain their status as a global rugby powerhouse. Here are seven reasons why the Springboks are set for true domination. 1. RASSIE ERASMUS: A VISIONARY LEADER Rassie Erasmus, confirmed as head coach until 2027, is the heart of the Springboks’ success. He masterminded the Springboks’ back-to-back Rugby World Cup…
All Blacks star Will Jordan says the result of the World Cup final still hurts, but admits that the Springboks deserve full credit. In the dramatic title match of the previous year, the Springboks defeated the All Blacks to secure an incredible World Cup victory. In that playoff match, South Africa won by a single point for the third time in a row. In the end, the Springboks had a dream final against their enduring arch-rivals after an amazing run of results. There is no doubt that the result of the final could have gone either way, with the match…
World Rugby to introduce game-changing laws impacting scrum, red cards, and continuity. Proposals to be considered in May. World Rugby is poised to introduce a series of game-changing law changes that could significantly impact the way the sport is played, particularly at the elite level. These proposed changes come as part of the governing body’s ongoing efforts to enhance rugby’s entertainment value and grow its audience over the next decade. STRICT ENFORCEMENT OF EXISTING LAWS Referees will be expected to adhere precisely to current laws as of March 19. When the ball is secured at a ruck or breakdown, players…
Tottenham Hotspur goalkeeper Guglielmo Vicario has revealed what one of his “best dreams” would be with regards to his achievements at Spurs. Speaking to the Spurs media team, the Tottenham goalie expressed his desire for his name and image to be permanently displayed “on the walls of the stadium.” Spurs are a squad in transition after a disappointing 2022–2023 season, but they have come a long way under Ange Postecoglou. Spurs played entertaining and well-rounded football for the bulk of the season, but they were slow to get going this year and are still very much aiming for a top-four…
The Phoenix Suns and Philadelphia 76ers have released their injury reports for Wednesday’s battle. The Phoenix Suns look to get back in the win column when they host the Philadelphia 76ers on Wednesday night. Injury reports for both teams: PHILADELPHIA 76ERS OUT – Robert Covington (left knee), Joel Embiid (meniscus), Kai Jones (hamstring), De’Anthony Melton (back) and Terquavion Smith (G League) QUESTIONABLE – Tobias Harris (right ankle) Sixers coach Nick Nurse told reporters over the weekend that Embiid was participating in non-contact portions of practice, though there’s still no concrete return date for the defending MVP. Harris did not play in Philadelphia’s…