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Thu, 2 Jul 2009 21:09:00 GMT

Hockey Canada unveils 46 invites to Olympic orientation camp

Sidney Crosby and three of the Staal brothers are headed to Calgary next month for Hockey Canada's Olympic orientation camp. Crosby and Jordan, Eric and Marc Staal are part of the 46-man roster named for the Aug. 24-27 camp. Invites were extended to
Thu, 2 Jul 2009 21:09:00 GMT

ATHLETICS: I can run 100 metres in 9.5 seconds, says 'Lightning' Bolt

If Usain Bolt can get back his medal-winning Olympic form, the 22-year-old Jamaican predicts that he will run the 100 meters in 9.5 seconds. Nicknamed 'Lightning' Bolt, he won the Beijing Olympic 100-metre medal with a time of 9.69 seconds. Thursday 02
Thu, 2 Jul 2009 21:00:00 GMT

Michael Phelps' appeal makes him a popular pitchman even in a non-Olympic year

It's not an Olympic year. It's been more than 10 months since the Beijing Games ended. Yet on Sunday, Americans will see an Olympic star in a new commercial for a new company he's endorsing.
Thu, 2 Jul 2009 20:51:00 GMT

More youth, few surprises in Canada Olympic camp

Sidney Crosby, left off the team as an 18-year-old in 2006, was among 46 players invited Thursday to the Canada Olympic hockey orientation camp next month. Also chosen were the NHL's three Staal brothers, five goaltenders and Colorado forward Joe Sakic,
Thu, 2 Jul 2009 20:47:00 GMT

More youth, few surprises in Canada Olympic camp

Also chosen were the NHL's three Staal brothers, five goaltenders and Colorado forward Joe Sakic, who turns 40 next week and would be the team's oldest player if selected. Executive director Steve Yzerman said the 23-man team won't necessarily be chosen
Thu, 2 Jul 2009 20:08:00 GMT

Polo Ralph Lauren Signs New Olympics Deal

SportsOneSource Media Posted: 7/2/2009 Polo Ralph Lauren will continue its relationship with the U.S. Olympic Committee (USOC) as an Official Outfitter of the U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Teams for the 2010 and 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games. Polo
Thu, 2 Jul 2009 19:53:00 GMT

Former boxing champ, Managua mayor Arguello dies

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Thu, 2 Jul 2009 19:51:00 GMT

Commonwealth Games venues way behind schedule

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Thu, 2 Jul 2009 19:51:00 GMT

It's Another All-Williams Final

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Thu, 2 Jul 2009 19:51:00 GMT

British Olympic champs win at Henley Royal Regatta

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Thu, 2 Jul 2009 19:51:00 GMT

Ohuruogu begins build-up to defence of world title in Berlin

Christine Ohuruogu will not be fazed by American rival Sanya Richards when the pair clash in the 400 metres at the Bislett Games in Oslo. Richards was leading in Beijing last summer before Britain's Ohuruogu came through to take Olympic gold. Richards,
Thu, 2 Jul 2009 19:42:00 GMT

Healthy Erik Johnson among 34 invited to USA Hockey camp

St. Louis Blues defenseman Erik Johnson, who missed all of last season because of a knee injury, was among 34 players invited to the U.S. Olympic hockey camp Tuesday for next year's Vancouver Games. Johnson, the No. 1 overall pick in the 2006 draft, tore
Thu, 2 Jul 2009 19:25:00 GMT

Shuker relishing Wimbledon test

Paralympian and British No.1 Lucy Shuker sees a dream come true on Friday when she lines up for the the semi-finals in the inaugural Wheelchair Doubles Event at The Wimbledon Championships. Twenty-nine year old Shuker, who lives in Ash Priors and trains
Thu, 2 Jul 2009 19:13:00 GMT

Silver medal for GB Goalball women at Madrid Open

A young squad of GB goalball players were fielded at the Madrid Open over the weekend and returned triumphant with a silver medal. GB competed against Israel, Sweden, Finland and host nation Spain in a confidence boosting test ahead of the European
Thu, 2 Jul 2009 19:13:00 GMT

U.S. Athletes Fight for Gold at Pan Am Infantils

Miguel Ballesteros (Miami, Fla./Ki-Itsu-Sai/58kg) Antonio Rodriguez (Pembroke Pines, Fla./Ki-Itsu-Sai/64kg) Ashley Cameron (Garland, Texas/Becerra/40kg) Risha Mishima (Honolulu, Hawaii/Shobukan/48kg) Franchesca Durand (Coral Springs,
Thu, 2 Jul 2009 19:13:00 GMT

Polo Ralph Lauren to Outfit U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Teams Through 2010

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Thu, 2 Jul 2009 19:12:00 GMT

Sidney Crosby and the Staal brothers headline Hockey Canada's invitees to its Olympic orientation camp set for the end of the summer in Calgary.

Eric, Jordan and Marc Staal, along with Crosby, are on the 46-man roster announced Thursday for the camp that runs from Aug. 24 to 27.'We spent a lot of time, a lot of discussion ... to get to a list that is a workable number that allows us to see a
Thu, 2 Jul 2009 19:10:00 GMT

Polo Ralph Lauren Signs Agreement to Extend Outfitting of the U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Teams Through 2012

Colorado Springs, Colo. -- Polo Ralph Lauren announced today that it will continue its relationship with the U.S. Olympic Committee (USOC) as an Official Outfitter of the U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Teams for the 2010 and 2012 Olympic and Paralympic
Thu, 2 Jul 2009 19:08:00 GMT

Crosby among Canada Olympic camp invites

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Thu, 2 Jul 2009 19:01:00 GMT

Hockey Canada unveils 46 invites to Olympic orientation camp

Chris Johnston, THE CANADIAN PRESS Sidney Crosby and three of the Staal brothers are headed to Calgary next month for Hockey Canada's Olympic orientation camp. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Frank Gunn Penguins Sidney Crosby pours champagne in the Stanley Cup after
Thu, 2 Jul 2009 19:00:00 GMT

US team to wear the Polo brand again at Olympic ceremonies

DENVER - The U.S. Olympic team will stay with the Polo look for the opening and closing ceremonies in Vancouver and London. The U.S. Olympic Committee announced Thursday it was renewing its apparel deal with Ralph Lauren. The 2010 uniforms will be
Thu, 2 Jul 2009 19:00:00 GMT

Four Blackhawks invited to Canadian Olympic camp; Madden signed

Hockey Canada has invited 46 players to attend Canada's National Men's Team orientation camp and the list includes Blackhawks forwards Jonathan Toews and Patrick Sharp and defensemen Duncan Keith and Brent Seabrook. The camp will be held August 24-27 in
Thu, 2 Jul 2009 18:58:00 GMT

Usain Bolt's secrets of speed

Triple Olympic gold medallist Usain Bolt tells Krishnan Guru-Murthy how long legs and 'looking cool all the time' help him become the fastest man in the world. His speed has earned him the nickname 'lightening bolt'. Jamaican sprinter Usain Bolt holds
Thu, 2 Jul 2009 18:56:00 GMT

For pride's sake, here's to hoping Chicago secures the Olympic bid.

Our underdog soccer team's success last week in South Africa was a sweet surprise till Brazil caught us -- but, in the meantime, in the year's other major international sports competition, we're the heavy favorite. But can we hang on down the stretch
Thu, 2 Jul 2009 18:50:00 GMT

Cleary gets Canadian Olympic camp invite

Bill Roose Detroit Red Wings Red Wings forward Dan Cleary is among the 46 players invited to Team Canada's orientation camp in August. Cleary Highlights On Thursday, Hockey Canada and executive director Steve Yzerman announced their 46-player roster --
Thu, 2 Jul 2009 18:48:00 GMT

Hockey Canada invites New Jersey Devils goalie Martin Brodeur to Olympic orientation camp in Calgary

Andy Marlin/GettyDevils goalie Martin Brodeur has been invited to Team Canada's Olympic orientation camp in Calgary. Devils goalie Martin Brodeur is among the roster of 46 players who will attend Hockey Canada's national men's Olympic hockey team
Thu, 2 Jul 2009 18:28:00 GMT

I can run 9.5, says 'Lightning' Bolt

Usain Bolt Reuters Images Usain Bolt, the fastest man in history, insisted on Thursday he can run the 100 metres in 9.5 seconds -- if he can get back into his gold medal-winning Beijing Olympics form. The Jamaican, 22, also said he had no fear of the
Thu, 2 Jul 2009 18:24:00 GMT

More youth, few surprises in Canada Olympic camp

CALGARY, Alberta -- Sidney Crosby, left off the team as an 18-year-old in 2006, was among 46 players invited Thursday to the Canada Olympic hockey orientation camp next month. Also chosen were the NHL's three Staal brothers, five goaltenders and Colorado
Thu, 2 Jul 2009 18:17:00 GMT

12 alderman back cap on city's Olympic liability

Earlier this week, Ald. Manuel Flores (1st) introduced an ordinance to cap the city's liability for 2016 Olympics losses at $500 million. It was a response to Daley's meeting with IOC officials in Switzerland on June 17. Afterward, he told the Tribune he
Thu, 2 Jul 2009 18:13:00 GMT

BWI newsstand ordered to stop using name 'Olympic'

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Thu, 2 Jul 2009 17:36:00 GMT