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Small towns purchase more sportswear via e-platforms

Sportswear makers say sales in tier II and III towns have grown exponentially in the last few years and contribute a sizable percentage of their revenue now.




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The sports bra seen round the world reveals something different 20 years later


It has been 20 years since that final, and Sunday the United States will seek its fourth World Cup title. The meaning of Brandi Chastain’s viral celebration has continued to evolve, though, even for Chastain.




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Bobby Lee Barber, 84, who loved Seattle sports and ‘never met a stranger,’ dies of coronavirus


Known to friends as Bugs or Bugsy, he became a Seahawks' season-ticket holder during the team's expansion season, was a longtime Husky football season ticket holder who went to a few Rose Bowls, and loved going to Mariners games.




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Get creative with these Seattle sports coloring book pages: Ken Griffey Jr., Russell Wilson and Sue Bird


We're starting a series of Seattle sports coloring book pages, both in print on Sundays and online to download each image.




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Kym Lynch from Mount Isa trains for extreme sports events around work

Kym Lynch from Mount Isa trains for extreme sports events around work




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Ultra endurance sports are gaining more popularity, but what drives competitors?

Running or riding hundreds of kilometres for fun, sport, and a physical and mental challenge.




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NCAA president: 'You can't have college sports' without colleges open




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Reading list: The Denver Post sports department’s favorite sports books to ride out the coronavirus

With everyone sitting around the house these days, and nowhere to go, what better time to get lost in a few books?




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BTA Looking At More Sports Tourism Events

In the wake of America’s Cup, the Bermuda Tourism Authority [BTA] is looking at the feasibility of many other sports-related events, citing that “Bermuda’s successful delivery of the 35th America’s Cup has elevated the destination to a strong position for attracting future sports tourism events and has already helped officials land new events for the […]

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Cutting college sports programs is a possibility amid economic downturn

A proposal that would allow Division I sports teams to be cut amid the coronavirus crisis has created concern among coaches and athletics officials.




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The Rec Room: The Times' favorite sports books

Los Angeles Times sportswriters and editors pick their favorite sports books.




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'There's no more important issue in collegiate sports.' How IU, Big Ten approach mental health

Key players at IU: Mental health providers battle depression among athletes

       




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'There's no more important issue in collegiate sports.' How IU, Big Ten approach mental health

Key players at IU: Mental health providers battle depression among athletes

       




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'There's no more important issue in collegiate sports.' How IU, Big Ten approach mental health

Key players at IU: Mental health providers battle depression among athletes

       




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NCAA's Mark Emmert says he can't see sports starting if schools are online-only

NCAA President Mark Emmert on return of college sports: "If a school doesn't reopen, then they're not going to be playing sports."

       




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How technology is changing the sports fans' experience

The sports industry is harnessing digital engagement to enhance fan experiences and cope with threats to its traditional business model




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Weekend live sports include UFC 249, 14 baseball games in Asia

UFC 249 will be sandwiched between 14 live baseball broadcasts out of South Korea and Taiwan this weekend for American sports fans to watch as they wait for major sports leagues to return.




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NCAA lays out 9-step plan to resume sports

The process is based on the U.S. three-phase federal guidelines for easing social distancing and re-opening non-essential businesses.




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Competing for views: IST student develops app for extreme sports athletes

Thaddeus Lorenz, senior in information science and technology, wasn’t always sure what his academic path would be. After starting at Penn State in the Division of Undergraduate Studies, he took some classes centered on one of his passions: coding. Then, he decided to make it more than just a passion.




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Nissan e-4ORCE Makes Electric Vehicles Drive Like Sports Cars

By providing instant torque to all four wheels you can drive as normal in all conditions according to Nissan, while also feeling like you're in a sports car.




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Turn On Motion Smoothing for Live Sports (Then Turn It Off)

Motion smoothing is horrible for most of what you watch, but it can make live sports look much better. Here's why you should turn on motion smoothing for watching games.




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Nikon introduces the Sportstar Zoom 8-24x25 binoculars




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The best college sports comebacks we ever saw: Notre Dame's meltdown, George Mason's shocker

ESPN's team of college writers and reporters reflects on the stunning reversals of fortune they have covered during their careers.




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How the coronavirus is affecting college sports: Latest on NCAA cancellations, eligibility, recruiting and more

From the start of the college football season to cutting sports to an extra year of eligibility, here is the latest information on how the coronavirus is affecting colleges.




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The best college sports performances we ever saw: Bias, Swoopes and 'Lamarvelous'

ESPN's team of college sports writers breaks down the best individual performances they've seen in their collective decades around sports.




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The best college sports prospects we ever saw: The Answer, Buster Posey and Andrew Luck

ESPN's colleges writers and reporters reflect on the phenoms they had a chance to cover before they were famous.




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Coronavirus: Here's what happened in the sports world on Friday

Stay up to date on the latest on how the coronavirus outbreak is affecting sports around the globe.




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Coronavirus: Here's what's happening in the sports world on Saturday

Stay up to date on the latest on how the coronavirus outbreak is affecting sports around the globe.





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Don Shula: The sports world reacts to the death of a legendary coach

Here's what figures from around the NFL and beyond are saying about legendary Miami Dolphins coach Don Shula, who has died at age 90.




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Hernández: Billing late-night Korean baseball as the return of live sports on TV is a stretch

Desperate for viewers while the country is shut down, ESPN gambled that fans are in such need of live competition that they'd watch late-night Korean baseball.




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What about the sports fans? Coronavirus has thrown their season out too

Footy brings people together and it's an escape from the daily grind. But life without it starts this weekend, so how are the fans going to deal?




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Renee had a year's work in the sports industry lined up, then she lost it all in a day

For boxer, brand ambassador and sports personality Renee Gartner, a trip to Centrelink was her only option after the sports industry's shutdown.




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Fifty-Seven Charged with Operating Illegal Online Sports Gaming Business

Thirty-four individuals and 23 entities have been indicted and accused of operating an illegal sports bookmaking business that solicited more than $1 billion in illegal bets.



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Endurance, Energy and Cognitive Prowess Drive Sports Performance

The best sports nutrition formulas designed to improve performance draw from a pool of ingredients researched for benefits to energy production, cognitive function and endurance both in general and specifically concerning muscles.




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DIY Pod-Tainer microhome sports two space-expanding bump-outs (Video)

Compared to conventional shipping container homes, the Pod-Tainer has a relatively spacious interior, thanks to pop-outs on both sides.





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Groupe Renault Unveils Plans for Alpine - Groupe Renault Chairman and CEO Carlos Ghosn today announced plans for a new Alpine sports car

Groupe Renault Chairman and CEO Carlos Ghosn today announced plans for a new Alpine sports car and unveiled the Alpine Vision show car.





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Media companies expect a tough quarter for TV advertising, with no live sports and spending delayed

In recent days, companies including ABC and ESPN parent Disney, Fox Corp., AMC Networks, NBCUniversal parent Comcast, ViacomCBS and Discovery reported earnings that showed how TV is trending as advertisers are pulling spend or postponing campaigns until later in the year.




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Big Ten commissioner on the future of college sports amid the coronavirus pandemic

Kevin Warren, Big Ten commissioner, joins 'Power Lunch' to discuss the future of college sports and what will weigh into the decision on allowing college sports to return.




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Make your long-weekend exciting with these 5 breathtaking adventure sports

Are you really bored of the routine and look to have a fun-filled vacation? Here your quest ends as the Good Friday long weekend is approaching and then you can plan to have some adventure for your lifetime. Though our country offers a vast number of adventure activities, it is always difficult to choose one out of them. It is really important to decide a right adventure sport at a right place to have the best utilization of your vacation. In order to help you we have list down some of the best places for you to consider this long weekend. We promise that these sports not only stimulate adrenaline rush but also help you to become fearless:

Bungee Jumping in Rishikesh
Bungee Jumping is an exciting and thrilling adventure sport. It is an ill-advised sport for the faint hearted. You might be surprised that though a lot of people take the initiative to try it out, but most back off just before the jump. First a long, extremely strong and stretchy cord is tied around the jumper's ankle, which leaps off of the jumping point. Jumpin Heights offers adrenaline-pumping activities such as Bungee Jumping, Flying Fox, and Giant Swing. Recognised by Ministry of Tourism, Govt. of India, the organization follows Australian and New Zealand Standards for Safety Regulations. Built above the glorious river Ganges, Jumpin Heights is host to India's first highest Bungee jumping platform (83 meters).jumpinheights.com

Wildlife Safari in Ranthambore National Park
For the wildlife adventure enthusiasts, Ranthambore National Park in the Sawai Madhopur district of Rajasthan is a celestial destination. Known to be one of the best parks to spot the majestic Indian Tigers, the park is also the home to several other endangered species. The Ranthambore wildlife sanctuary is popular for being India's largest National Park. It encompasses the Sawai Man Singh Sanctuary and the Keladevi Sanctuary and hence covers approximately a stretch of 1300 Sq. Km. The park welcomes all you adventure enthusiasts, wildlife photographers and nature admirers to be awe struck by its glory

Cycle Trekking in Himalayan
The mountainous region delivers a special kind of excitement to the adventure junkies. The great topography of India will let you experience this excitement. For cycle trekking, the Himalayan range and the mountainous regions of Kerala are the most favorite for the activity. One can ride individually or in groups to rejuvenate their senses.

Desert Camping in Jodhpur
For those, who crave for fun and adventure in the arid deserts of Rajasthan, Jodhpur proves to be an ideal destination. Also known as the 'Sun City', the adventure junkies can opt for desert camping along with bonfire, barbeque dinners and village tours in Jodhpur.

River Rafting in Rishikesh
The gushing waters of Ganges makes river rafting in Rishikesh one of the most exhilarating adventurous sports. Embraced by the majestic Himalayas and enveloped by the lush green vegetation, the divine city of Rishikesh invites all you adrenaline Junkies, to encounter some thrill. The Ganga River flowing through the city offers rapids ranging from Grade-I-V and makes it for an ultimate rafting destination in the country.

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Michelle Keegan looks stunning as she sports beachy locks in natural snap

Michelle Keegan looked stunning as she shared a radiant snap from her holiday in Ibiza on Wednesday.




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David Beckham and sons Romeo and Cruz get gunked in slime at Nickelodeon Kids' Choice Sports Awards

Goldenballs was dripping in golden goo after he was slimed at the Nickelodeon Kids' Choice Sports Awards in Los Angeles on Thursday




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Alex and Steven Gerrard make red carpet debut at Kids' Choice Sports Awards 

They only been living in Los Angeles for just under three weeks. So it was only a matter of time before footballer Steven Gerrard and his family made their red carpet debut.




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Ciara and son Future support Russell Wilson at Kids' Choice Sports Awards in LA

She was also accompanied by her one-year-old son Future Zahir as they walked the red carpet joined by Abbi Wombach, Erin Andrews, Lindsay Vonn and the Beckham boys




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Lindsey Vonn showcases her bare back at Kids' Choice Sports Awards

Lindsey Vonn, 30, showed her athletic frame in a backless blue outfit on Thursday at the Kids' Choice Sports Awards in Los Angeles.




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Danica Patrick slimed at Nickelodeon Kids' Choice Sports Awards in LA

The slime obscured a fashionable summer ensemble the 5ft2 beauty wore to the event, as she was clad in a long-sleeved blush red floral skirt with cutout areas near her abs.




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Russell Wilson covers wife Ciara with green slime at the Nickelodeon Kids' Choice Sports Awards

Russell Wilson and Ciara proved their nuptials have caused no shortage of fun as Wilson drenched his lady love with neon-green slime at the Nickelodeon Kids' Choice Awards.




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Chinese sports writer mocks Sonny Bill Williams for slamming the treatment of Uyghur Muslims

A Chinese website has angrily mocked rugby union and league star Sonny Bill Williams for speaking out against the Communist superpower's treatment of its Muslim Uyghur minority.