The hockey season starts on July 7 NHL.com McGuire's scouts will not bother with Olympics camps as national teams get their rosters ready for next February's Vancouver event. … and more »

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Dutch government supports possible Olympic bid ESPN AP THE HAGUE, Netherlands — The Dutch government is considering a bidding for the Olympics in 2008 — exactly a century after Amsterdam last staged the … Dutch cabinet supports plan to bid for 2028 OlympicsRadio Netherlands all 11 news articles »

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Polo Ralph Lauren Lengthens Its Olympic Run Wall Street Journal Swimmer Dara Torres, who has no deal with Polo but still wears a pair of low-slung white pants from its village-wear collection last summer, says that in … and more »

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Fireworks Prices Boosted by Beijing Olympics First Coast News Nolan says the 2008 Summer Olympics in Beijing has reduced the amount of available merchandise. According to Phantom Fireworks, China produces 95% of the … and more »

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Dibaba pulls out of Bislett Games ESPN AP OSLO — Olympic champion Tirunesh Dibaba pulled out of a highly anticipated duel against fellow Ethiopian Meseret Defar in the women's 5000 meters at the … Dibaba pulls out of Oslo Golden League meetAFP (RRW) Athletics: Defar Faces Melkamu, Not Defar, in Oslo 5000mRunnersWeb Asafa Powell hunting 51st sub-10 100mJamaica Gleaner Athletics Weekly -The Press Association -International Association of Athletics Foundation all 40 news articles »

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RIO 2016 TEAM IMPRESSED WITH 1ST ASIAN YOUTH GAMES SFCPressPoint (press release) As host nation to the first ever Asian Youth Games and upcoming Youth Olympic Games, the Singaporean NOC's contribution to this objective is critical and we … Chicago 2016 bid team in Nigeria to lobby for summer gamesChicago Sun-Times The Olympic games have already begunChicago Reader City of Chicago Says 2016 Olympics Will Create Jobs, Rejuvenate …Chicago Press Release Services (press release) Chicago Tribune -WAND -Chicago Sun-Times all 92 news articles »

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Kane invited to Olympic camp USA Today CHICAGO (AP) — Patrick Kane, the Chicago Blackhawks 20-year-old star right wing, hopes to add an Olympic medal to his already-impressive hockey resume. … US will build 2010 squad fans can loveESPN Sports Briefing | Hockey Olympic Coach Names Two AssistantsNew York Times Chicago Blackhawks Kane and Byfuglien invited to US Olympic campChicago Tribune The Associated Press -Dallas Morning News -Detroit Free Press -The Canadian Press all 458 news articles »

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Polo Ralph Lauren Lengthens Its Olympic Run Wall Street Journal Polo Ralph Lauren has reached a deal with the US Olympic Committee to dress the American team at the Games in Vancouver this winter and in … US: Polo Ralph Lauren signs new Olympics dealjust-style.com Olympics: US team to wear Polo again at ceremoniesHonolulu Advertiser all 144 news articles »

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Bikini Olympics: It's Models vs. Actresses - Let the Games Begin! FOXNews … turned to three experts who rated six of the top beauties in each glam group (all contestants wearing bikinis, of course, as it is the Bikini Olympics). … and more »

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Kwan returning to ice for August show The Associated Press Her performance in Seoul could be an indication that competitive skating is still a possibility with the Vancouver Olympics looming. … and more »

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A Southwest Valley swim club is nurturing two teenage athletes with Olympic potential. Erica Stock of the YMCA Westside Silver Fins swim team was fast enough by March 2008 to earn a spot in the 200-meter breaststroke at the U.S. Olympic Trials. And Continue ..

Many years ago, not long after I graduated from Lakeland High School, the dulcet toned pop singer Kitty Kalin made the song “Little Things Mean a Lot” one of America’s top tunes of the year. While I do not remember most of the lyrics, the title has Continue ..

A lready there are questions. More than eight months remain before Canada goes for gold in men’s Olympic hockey, the selection process is still in its preliminary stages and yesterday, when 46 invitations were issued to August’s Olympic Continue ..

Ski Channel

Mammoth Mountain to play Olympic qualifying role for US snowboarders Los Angeles Times That competition will determine who will represent the United States at the Vancouver Games. Photo: Shaun White celebrates winning the Olympic halfpipe gold … Mammoth, Park City and Copper to Host 2010 Snowboard Grand Prix …Ski Channel all 2 news articles »

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US team to wear Polo again at Olympic ceremonies The Associated Press The federation said the uniforms will "celebrate the rich history of the Olympic Games with a nod to the Lake Placid Games of 1932," with a classic uniform … Polo Ralph Lauren Lengthens Its Olympic RunWall Street Journal Olympic garb and The Great GatsbyExaminer.com Polo extends deal to dress US Olympic teamsguardian.co.uk Bizjournals.com -Los Angeles Times -Forbes all 143 news articles »

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Ministry hears federations on priorities ahead of Olympic Games AngolaPress … on the programme of modalities priorities, ahead of London's 2012 Olympic Games, the national director of sports, Raimundo Ricardo announced. … and more »

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Prime Minister says Gov. Gen. Michaelle Jean to open 2010 Olympic … The Canadian Press VANCOUVER, BC — The Queen will not be opening the 2010 Olympic Games in Vancouver, leaving the responsibility to Gov. Gen. Michaelle Jean. … Canada's governor general to open 2010 Olympic GamesAFP PM: Governor General will open Vancouver OlympicsUSA Today Samsung to WOW Winter Olympics Mobile AudienceTMCnet News1130 -Canada’s New Government (press release) -The Canadian Press all 128 news articles »

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The National Stadium, known as the Bird’s Nest, is shrouded in smog on the opening day of the Beijing 2008 Olympic Games August 8, 2008 in Beijing, China. (Feng Li/Getty Images) A scientific study of air pollution during the Beijing Summer Olympics Continue ..

Dallas Mavericks point guard Jason Kidd (playing for the United States’ gold medal men’s basketball team at the 2008 Beijing Summer Olympics) will be one of the most sought-after free agents of a thin class. The NBA’s free agency period opens today Continue ..

LeBrun (5:05 p.m. ET): Here’s the latest on the Dany Heatley situation. As of 5 p.m. ET, the Ottawa Senators still hadn’t heard from the Heatley camp. The deadline of sorts is midnight ET, when the Sens would have to shell out a $4 million bonus to Continue ..

A Southwest Valley swim club is nurturing two teenage athletes with Olympic potential. Erica Stock of the YMCA Westside Silver Fins swim team was fast enough by March 2008 to earn a spot in the 200-meter breaststroke at the U.S. Olympic Trials. And Continue ..

Paralympic Spotlight: Jessica Long SwimmingWorldMagazine.com THE only Paralympic athlete to win the Amateur Athletic Union's Sullivan Award, Jessica Long has been a trailblazer for all athletes with disabilities. … and more »

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Nominees Announced for The 2009 ESPYs TMR Zoo … being given to Dara Torres who, after an eight-year absence and at 40 years old, competed in the 2008 Olympics, winning three silver medals. … Olympic Newsdesk - Phelps Nominated for ESPYs; China Vows to Help …Around the Rings (subscription) all 173 news articles »

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US team to have completely different look NHL.com "The talent pool available to Team USA is deeper than it's ever been," Burke said when named to his post on June 6, 2008. "The US Olympic team won gold in … Lightning's Malone invited to USA pre-Olympic campTampa Tribune USA hockey invites 34 to Olympic orientation campUniversal Sports Rafalski Gets USA TryoutMy TV20 Detroit Ottawa Citizen -USA Hockey -Stamford Advocate all 409 news articles »

DESPITE the current heatwave, it’s going to be a cool summer of family fun at a Times Territory shopping outlet. Bosses at the Galleria, in Hatfield, are installing a real ice rink from Friday July 17 until September later this year. A major Continue ..

Instead of singing about rain going away, those who are in the business of recreational water sports are singing for it to stay. The recent rainfall, 4.84 inches this month alone according to National Weather Service reports, is helping those in the Continue ..

By JAMIN BROPHY-WARREN To take a brief break from his work as a choreographer, Shen Wei—winner of a MacArthur “genius” grant, and the lead creative consultant for the opening ceremonies at the 2008 Olympic Games in Beijing—headed to Tibet Continue ..

COLLEGE PARK, Md. (umterps.com) - The University of Maryland landed Kyle Spencer, Baylor’s assistant director of tennis and the reigning national assistant coach of the year, to lead its men’s tennis program. Spencer, who has also coached at the Continue ..

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Scott Gordon named US Olympic assistant Newsday USA Hockey announced today that Islanders coach Scott Gordon is one of head coach Ron Wilson's assistants for the US Olympic hockey team that will … Tortorella, Gordon to assist Wilson on US Olympic teamNational Post Tortorella, Gordon join US Olympic coach staffSI.com Tortorella, Gordon named USA Olympic assistantsKansas City Star all 181 news articles »

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Madrid celebrates strong Olympic sporting heritage Around the Rings (subscription) Madrid, 30 June 2009 Major Olympic sports are being celebrated in Madrid this week, reinforcing the city's great sporting tradition as the Spanish capital … and more »

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The curious case of American sprinter Walter Dix USA Today The sprinter is a two-time Olympic bronze medalist, a highly decorated collegiate runner at Florida State and owner of an almost unprecedented endorsement … Double Beijing 100m bronze medallist Dix injuredAFP all 65 news articles »

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The blood product industry is stemmed and developed from the blood transfusion, belonging to the conceptual category of biological products. The blood products, extracted the plasma proteins and factor concentrates from the blood, are the precious Continue ..

W hether commuter or racer, cyclists dread the telltale clunk-and-spin of a dropped chain. At minimum, it’s an inconvenience. For professional cyclists, however, one errant shift that throws their links into limbo can mean the difference between Continue ..

PARIS (AP) — Mourning Michael Jackson fans lauded his talent, moonwalked in his honor, sang his lyrics and awaited word Monday on the possibility of a global memorial to the King of Pop. In Paris, fans and Jackson lookalikes held what they claimed Continue ..

ATLANTA–( BUSINESS WIRE )–A new interactive Coca-Cola vending machine with a large format touch-screen and Bluetooth capabilities has taken home the Gold Lion in the Point of Sale category at the 2009 Cannes Lions International Advertising Festival Continue ..

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Dubai Considers 2020 Olympic Bid The Media Line Dubai has created a committee to examine the feasibility of making a formal bid to host the 2020 Olympic and Paralympics Games. The potential Olympic bid is … A 'Great Decision' by a Great LeaderKhaleej Times all 104 news articles »

The Calgary Stampeders and Montreal Alouettes will open the 2009 regular season on July 1 with the Canada Day Kick-Off at McMahon Stadium. Kick off is set for 8 p.m. and the game is presented by Scotiabank. Both teams enter the game having gone Continue ..

As October approaches, anticipation surrounding the selection of the host city for the 2016 Summer Olympics is rapidly growing. The host city, which will be announced at the 121st IOC (International Olympic Committee) Session on October 2.(1) The Continue ..

US swim trials for 2012 Olympics return to Omaha - The Associated Press

US swim trials for 2012 Olympics return to Omaha The Associated Press (AP) — The US Olympic swimming trials will return to Omaha in 2012, with a temporary pool again being set up inside the Qwest Center. … Olympic Swim Trials Back in 2012WOWT USA Swimming Selects Omaha for 2012 Olympic Trials; Conversation …SwimmingWorldMagazine.com Big enough for 2 major eventsOmaha World-Herald WOWT -Omaha World-Herald all 108 news articles »

The curious case of American sprinter Walter Dix - USA Today

The curious case of American sprinter Walter Dix USA Today The sprinter is a two-time Olympic bronze medalist, a highly decorated collegiate runner at Florida State and owner of an almost unprecedented endorsement … and more »

Bolt wins 200m at Jamaican Championships - Bangkok Post

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Bolt wins 200m at Jamaican Championships Bangkok Post Shelly-Ann Fraser, the Olympics 100 metre champion, and winner of the same event on Saturday night, returned to take second, running a impressive 22.58 out … Bolt wins 100m in best time 9.86s of the year in KingstonCCTV J'can stars seek tickets to BerlinJamaica Observer all 159 news articles »

Gymnastics: Johnson looks toward coaching, 2010 triathlon - DesMoinesRegister.com

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Gymnastics: Johnson looks toward coaching, 2010 triathlon DesMoinesRegister.com Johnson, 17, remains undecided about whether she wants to compete in the 2012 Olympics in London. "I'm not sure yet," she said. … Whitfield cashes in at Elite CupNational Post Whitfield wins Hy-Vee sprint newSlowtwitch Canada's Simon Whitfield wins Hy-Vee Elite Cup TriathlonMetro Canada - Halifax KFVS -DesMoinesRegister.com -DesMoinesRegister.com all 158 news articles »

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Police face frontline cuts under Treasury savings targets Times Online The Metropolitan Police, the largest force, is planning cuts of £366 million over the next three years despite having to prepare for the 2012 Olympic Games. … and more »

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Hundreds Of Children Celebrate Olympic Day In Allentown WFMZ-TV Online The 2016 Olympic games might be years away, but Allentown is getting in on the mix today. Hundreds of city children competed in athletic events in … Daley sows confusion on his Olympics guaranteeChicago Tribune City Council aim to shield taxpayers from Olympic risksChicago Sun-Times Sports buzz: Chicago continues Olympic pushKansas City Star Progress Illinois -Chicago Tribune -Chicago Tribune all 191 news articles »

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Celebrating our Olympic champions Northern Advocate Picture/John Stone The 2008 Olympic Games marked 100 years of New Zealand Olympic history. To commemorate the fact, the NZ Olympic Committee and Sport … and more »

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PM: Governor General will open Vancouver Olympics USA Today VANCOUVER, British Columbia (AP) — The Queen will not open next year's Vancouver Olympic Games, leaving the responsibility to Canada's Governor General … Gov. Gen. Jean to open 2010 Games: PMEdmonton Sun Olympic gear revenue down this quarterPique newsmagazine icbc's 2010 Winter Games licence plate sales top 150000Canada NewsWire (press release) ReportonBusiness.com -Toronto Sun -RTT News all 72 news articles »

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Former Washington Husky Ryan Brown finished third in the men’s 800-meter finals Sunday at the U.S. Track & Field Championships, earning EUGENE, Ore. — Former Washington Husky Ryan Brown finished third in the men’s 800-meter finals Sunday at the Continue ..

PITTSFORD - A total of 28 members of the Chautauqua Striders qualified for the USA Track and Field Region 2 Junior Olympics in the Niagara association championships. The association championships were held at Nazareth College. The top six finishers Continue ..

Leto High and University of South Florida product Damu Cherry earned a berth in the world championships after finishing third in Sunday’s final of the women’s 100-meter hurdles at the USA Track and Field Outdoor National Championships in Eugene, Ore Continue ..

Leto High and University of South Florida product Damu Cherry earned a berth in the world championships after finishing third in Sunday’s final of the women’s 100-meter hurdles at the USA Track and Field Outdoor National Championships in Eugene, Ore Continue ..

With Michael Reese deal, Chicago will commit money to 2016 Olympics - Chicago Tribune
Chicago taxpayers will be locked into the city’s first financial commitment related to its 2016 Olympic bid on Tuesday if the scheduled closing on the $86 million purchase of the Michael Reese Hospital site goes as planned. This foray into large

Paralympics: - New Straits Times
DOUBLE Paralympic gold medallist Henry Wanyoike serves as an inspiration to many disabled athletes and students of SM Pendidikan Khas Cacat Penglihatan in Setapak, Kuala Lumpur found out why yesterday. The visually impaired Kenyan runner, who won

Summer camps of all kinds for kids - Abbotsford News
Science, sports, theatre, animals — there is a theme for every child during Ladysmith’s Adventure Zone summer day camps. Danielle Eastick, the youth program coordinator at the town’s parks and recreation department, said she tried to mix up the