All articles tagged with #team defense
Seventy-year-old Rick Bowness has come out of retirement to coach the Columbus Blue Jackets, accepting the job after a call from GM Don Waddell while he was on a Florida boat. He says he’s energized, has addressed health issues, and will focus on tighter defense and stronger accountability to lift the team this season, with plans to assess the long-term after the current campaign.
Coen Carr's performance for Michigan State against Arkansas marked a turning point where he realized he can no longer just fit in, emphasizing the importance of establishing a team identity centered on defense and personal growth.
The Blazers' recent loss to the Lakers highlights their youthful inconsistency, reliance on turnovers and shot volume, and struggles with three-point shooting, but it also underscores their potential to win through smart math and effort, emphasizing patience and learning in their season development.
Two male cheerleaders, Blaize Shiek and Louie Conn, joined the Minnesota Vikings cheer team for 2025, sparking some fan backlash. The team and the cheerleaders responded by defending their inclusion, emphasizing that male cheerleaders are a longstanding part of cheerleading history and that the team supports diversity. Despite threats from some fans, no season tickets have been canceled.
Tyrese Haliburton led the Indiana Pacers to a significant victory in the NBA Finals, showcasing his playmaking, scoring, and leadership, while overcoming criticism and demonstrating the importance of team effort and defense in their first Finals win since 2000.