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MLS African Player Bios
The Best Eleven | September 26th 2008 by Steve
I've always wondered why MLS hasn't scouted for more African born players in the past. I know the best of the bunch pretty much automatically get scooped up in Europe but it is definitely a fertile ground for young talent. That said, It seems that read more
Gresso's limited edition 192Gb USB pendant
Gizmag Emerging Technology Report | September 25th 2008
The latest high-end tech offering from Gresso is a cleverly designed USB Flash drive pendant that incorporates three separate 64 Gb memory sticks into a single unit made from 200-year-old African Blackwood with diamond and gold trimmings. A limited r read more
Warren Moon's Stats
Maderai Sport Tips Information | September 21st 2008 by maderaismith
By Robert GrazianWarren Moon's stats standout among other quarterbacks in National Football League (NFL). However, the achievements from his 17-year NFL career showcase a man's determination and grit to achieve his goal. Moon became the first player read more
Guiness Book of Record on Sport During 2008
The Great Lawyer | September 12th 2008 by Fernandes Raja Saor
This week sees the closing stages of the final tennis Grand Slam of the year, the US Open, with Roger Federer (Switzerland) looking for his fifth title which would leave him two more titles behind Bill Tilden, Richard Sears and William Larned (all US read more
Dhoni named ODI Player of the Year, Yuvi best T20 player
Latest Cricket Updates,Cricket News and scores | September 11th 2008
On a night of mixed fortunes for Indian cricket, Mahendra Singh Dhoni was named the ODI Player of the Year, Yuvraj Singh won the Twenty20 International Performance of the Year Award but pacer Ishant Sharma failed to win the Emerging Player honour read more
ICC Awards: Dhoni named ODI Player of the Year
Cricket Pulse - Live Cricket Score, News & Updates | September 10th 2008 by Vikram Kamboj
On a night of mixed fortune for Indian cricket, Mahendra Singh Dhoni was named the ODI Player of the Year, Yuvraj Singh won the Twenty20 International Performance of the Year Award but pacer Ishant Sharma failed to win the Emerging Player honour at t read more
Table tennis contender Partyka into Paralympic semifinals
olympic spirit | September 9th 2008 by li wei
BEIJING, Sept. 8 (Xinhua) -- Polish Natalia Partyka took another two group stage wins on Monday's table tennis tournament and booked her semifinal berth at the Beijing Paralympic Games. Partyka is the only table tennis player in this tournament th read more
ICC Nominations
Cricket Reviews Blog | September 8th 2008 by Balu
West Indies batsman Shivnarine Chanderpaul, Sri Lanka skipper Mahela Jayawardene and South African speedster Dale Steyn head the shortlist for this year's International Cricket Council (ICC) awards announced on Monday.The trio are in the running for read more
Greatest Goals Of Serie A - Starting With George Weah
Serie A Talk | September 8th 2008 by kevin
George Weah’s goal could be compared to one of the best, Maradona’s World Cup run against England in the 1986. Weah (World Player of the Year 1995, European Player of the Year 1995 & African Player of the Year 1995) took control as read more
Chanderpaul, Jayawardene, Steyn Lead Awards Nominees
Pakistan News | September 8th 2008 by Asif Khalil
NEW DELHI:West Indian Shivnarine Chanderpaul, Sri Lanka captain Mahela Jayawardene and South African Dale Steyn are set to dominate the fifth ICC awards night on Wednesday. The three were nominated for both the cricketer of the year and the Test play read more
Its all over for Cricketer Andrew symonds
All about T20 | September 1st 2008 by dheeruyadav
Cricketer of the Australian National side, Andrew Symonds, is now in a bit tight situation after being blamed for lack of commitment towards his team of late. Incidentally, the tall-lanky all-rounder of the Australian cricket Team had gone fishing la read more
Don’t Call Me Zizou, Pleads Nasri
All4All | August 23rd 2008
Arsenal midfielder Samir Nasri has asked for the constant comparisons with Zinedine Zidane to stop as he settles into life in North London. Like Zidane, the former Marseille player has Algerian roots, and coupled with his skill and pace have meant th read more
Jackie Robinson Is Americas Best Historical Athlete
SimonOnSports | August 14th 2008
Jackie Robinson is Americas best historical athlete, in both significance and ability. Everybody knows about what Jackie Robinson endured as the first African American baseball player, but if you strip out all of the hardships and his cultural sig read more
Baseball becoming too expensive for many
My Take on the World of Sports | August 13th 2008
One of the most family-friendly sporting events of the year begins this week in Williamsport, Pa, but you don’t have to look too hard on any youth baseball message board to find those who argue that the Little League World Series is not home to the read more
China and The World: The Yanks are Coming
Its Your Nation | August 10th 2008 by vibert white
Every four years I gear up for The Olympics. I love to see the variety of games, the great athletes, and the nationalism that each player and team bring to the competition. But this year is different; I sense a special American swagger that has taken read more
Women's Olympic Preview: Nigeria
Road to 2010 World Cup | August 6th 2008 by Amunti
Africa is sending only one nation to the 2008 Women's Olympic Football Tournament: Nigeria.Nigeria are a dominant force in African women's football, winning the continental championship seven times. But when it comes to the world stage, the Super Fal read more
Top seeds victorious at World Junior Tennis Finals
Juniors Tennis News | August 5th 2008 by Tennis Observer
BOYSGroup A:USA-RSA 2:1CRO-AUS 0:3Top seeds USA were victorious again today. Tyler Gardiner (USA) gave them a perfect start with a 61 60 victory over Brandon Ebersey (RSA) in the first singles match. South African team’s number one player Wayne Mon read more
Top seeds victorious at World Junior Tennis Finals
Professional Tennis News | August 5th 2008 by Tennis Observer
BOYSGroup A:USA-RSA 2:1CRO-AUS 0:3Top seeds USA were victorious again today. Tyler Gardiner (USA) gave them a perfect start with a 61 60 victory over Brandon Ebersey (RSA) in the first singles match. South African team’s number one player Wayne Mon read more
Eto'o Considering A Move To... Uzbekistan?
Football: Just Love The Game | July 20th 2008 by Mario
Barcelona striker Samuel Eto'o has confirmed that he is seriously considering a number of offers including a move to join Uzbek club Kuruvchi. The 27-year-old, who has been linked with several top clubs across Europe, is looking for a new club after read more
Manucho, Who?
Man Utd Corner | July 19th 2008 by Costanzo
Back in December, Sir Alex Ferguson signed a relatively unknown stricker from Angola. His name; Mateus Alberto Contreiras Gonçalves or better known as Manucho. The Angolan frontman impressed Ferguson during a three week trial to secure himself a 3-y read more
SPANISH FOOTBALL: VICENTE DEL BOSQUE NEW SPANISH NATIONAL SIDE SE…
SPANISH FOOTBALL & SPORTS | July 15th 2008
Known for his tranquil manners, his excellent team building & dressing room ego management, & his love for flowing & ballcontrol Football, VICENTE DEL BOSQUE, ex Real Madrid player& Coach of the "Dream Team (Zidane, Ronaldo, Figo, Bec read more
Philip Achille, Harmonica Player of African Descent, is BBC Young…
AfriClassical | July 15th 2008 by William J. Zick
BBC Young Musician of the YearTabor Foundation AwardThe Tabor Foundation Award of £2000 has been made to the young chromatic harmonica player, Philip Achille. This award is given to help with the costs of special tuition with the intention of helpi read more
The Chinese in Africa
Frontier Markets Blog | July 10th 2008
We are often asked about the extent of Chinese involvement in Africa. The answer is that it large and getting larger. Sub-Saharan Africa’s natural resource exports to China have grown exponentially, from just over $3 billion in 2001 to $22 billio read more
Africa's Greatest Ever Player Retires
Road to 2010 World Cup | July 1st 2008 by Amunti
We've had this debate many times before: Who is Africa's Greatest Ever Player?I haven't a clue, although I could list the usual suspects.One of the men who would make most everyone's Top 10 list has just called it quits: Jay-Jay Okocha.On Thursday, m read more
Adebayor likes it red and black
Arsenal FC | June 22nd 2008
We have some information about Arsenal selling Emmanuel Adebayor for €31.5m, but the striker has told the club he only wants a move to AC Milan, and will not join Barcelona.Milan have stated on numerous occasions that they would like to sign a top read more
Adebayor, Hleb no replacements for Eto'o, Ronaldinho
www.alleagues.blogspot.com | June 22nd 2008 by Syddel
Here's the deal guys, Barca are for some reason trying to force Eto'o and Ronaldinho out of the Nou Camp, or are they? Barca has been linked with the likes of Emmanuel Adebayor and Alexander Hleb and though these Arsenal hitmen are good players, I pe read more
Dale Steyn sweeps major South African cricket awards
cricket blog | June 19th 2008 by gaurav shukla
Fiery fast bowler Dale Steyn, who had a great international cricket season, has swept all the major South Africa cricket awards.Steyn was nominated for four awards and he bagged them all. He was named the South Africa Cricketer of the Year, Test Play read more
DIDIER DROGBA
chelsea | June 18th 2008 by zx
DIDIER DROGBAPace allied to strength and aerial power made Didier the type of forward not seen at Stamford Bridge for quite a while on his arrival and the ingredients all came together to create a memorable 2006/7 season.His 33 goals, containing many read more
Steyn is South Africa player of the year
Buzzin Cricket | June 18th 2008 by Terry Lane
Pace bowler Dale Steyn cleaned up at yesterday’s South African Cricket Awards. He was named as cricketer of the year, Test cricketer of the year, players’ player and Supersport fan’s cricketer of the year. Steyn has taken an impre read more
SA cricket awards
OnTheVerge.co.za | June 18th 2008
Provided by South African Cricket The full list of award winners: AMATEUR AWARDS: PG Bison U15 Player of the Tournament: Johann van der Merwe (Gauteng) U17 Player of the Tournament: Bokang Mosena (Free State) Coca-Cola Khaya Majola U19 Player of the read more
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