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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

The Spin | Ricky Ponting's prescient call and the joy of being a cricket soothsayer

Have you ever accurately predicted what will happen on a cricket pitch before the ball has been bowled? It's an incredible feeling. That moment when you glance at the field, remember who's on strike and think: Here comes the short ball, only for it to arrive, be pulled and then safely pouched by the fielder you had mentally circled at deep square. For a split second you feel omniscient. Like you've cracked the code.
Psychology
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fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

Indiana pushes to remain sharp after long layoff before Rose Bowl showdown with Alabama

Indiana is balancing recovery and intense game-speed practice to maintain sharpness and mental lock-in before the Rose Bowl matchup with Alabama.
National Hockey League
fromMaple Leafs Hotstove
1 month ago

Craig Berube on whether Matthew Knies deserves a Team USA Olympic spot: "He can be a real good player for them and complement some of the skill they've got... Hopefully, it happens"

Expect a fast, aggressive performance emphasizing deep puck retrievals, tight rush defense, managed goaltending, and improved line chemistry for offensive production.
National Hockey League
fromMaple Leafs Hotstove
2 months ago

Auston Matthews on the hit he took from Nikita Zadorov in Boston: "I mean, I am three feet away from the boards, and he hits me in the numbers..."

Auston Matthews is healthy, ready to return in Columbus, feeling strong after recovery, and urges hard play, communication, and step-by-step focus to regain team rhythm.
New England Patriots
fromBoston.com
2 months ago

Mike Vrabel responded to Cam Newton's 'fool's gold' assessment of the Patriots

Mike Vrabel emphasizes no lapses, keeping players focused and rested while expecting injured teammates to return as the Patriots prepare to face the Bengals.
National Hockey League
fromMaple Leafs Hotstove
3 months ago

Craig Berube on the Leafs' recent inconsistent play: "Our whole team is shooting themselves in the foot... We didn't do that stuff last year"

Berube made practice optional to rest and meet before back-to-back games, called Chris Tanev questionable, and urged the team to fix mental lapses and step up.
National Football League
fromRiggo's Rag
4 months ago

Major Commanders' injury could change everything (and it's not Jayden Daniels)

Washington faces mounting injuries; losing blocking tight end John Bates would severely strain rookie tackle Josh Conerly and jeopardize protection against Maxx Crosby.
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fromMaple Leafs Hotstove
9 months ago
Toronto Maple Leafs

Craig Berube on the Leafs' mindset ahead of Game 2 vs. the Senators: "I like our attitude -- pretty business-like, ready to go"

Coach Berube emphasizes the need for better defense and preparation as his team prepares for a tougher opponent in Game 2.
fromRMNB
9 months ago
Washington Capitals

Spencer Carbery vague after Martin Fehervary and Aliaksei Protas miss first postseason practice due to injury

The Capitals face injury challenges as they prepare for playoffs, uncertain about Martin Fehervary and Aliaksei Protas' availability.
fromMaple Leafs Hotstove
9 months ago
Toronto Maple Leafs

Craig Berube on the Leafs' mindset ahead of Game 2 vs. the Senators: "I like our attitude -- pretty business-like, ready to go"

Washington Capitals
fromRMNB
9 months ago

Spencer Carbery vague after Martin Fehervary and Aliaksei Protas miss first postseason practice due to injury

The Capitals face injury challenges as they prepare for playoffs, uncertain about Martin Fehervary and Aliaksei Protas' availability.
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