Soft drinks firm wins sponsorship of Colombian soccer

Colombia's biggest soft drinks producer Postobon won the right to sponsor the country's soccer on Thursday after beating off rivals in a "cola war", a leading sports director said.

NEXT: The countdown continues

In our never-ending search for the stars of tomorrow, we've narrowed this year's list to a talented 20. You'll have to wait until our annual NEXT issue (Dec. 14) to see who's No. 1, but these athletes should get your attention for now.

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ESPN RISE Athletes of the Week

Chelsea Wintzinger, one of the top volleyball setters in the nation, and Craig Lutz, one of the top boys' cross country runners, have been selected as this week's ESPN RISE National Athletes of the Week.

Gold Coast coach defends owner Palmer

Gold Coast United coach Miron Bleiberg has defended controversial owner Clive Palmer's hands-on approach which has negatively affected his disgruntled players.

A-League warned to avoid NBL's pitfalls

Basketball great Andrew Gaze has urged A-League clubs to take heed of the tough lessons learned by the NBL to ensure the football competition's survival.

No rest for Sarah Bridges

Whether traveling across the country or spending every off day on the practice field, Jesuit (Portland, Ore.) midfielder Sarah Bridges is working tirelessly to reach her goals, writes Brian A. Giuffra

...at Vicente Calderon stadium in Madrid, on November 2, 2009 on the eve of their Champions League football match against Atletico de Madrid. Ancelotti promised his Chelsea side would focus entirely on trying to qualify...

Monday, November 2

Monday Preview A four-win day on this rather slow Monday. Soccer, hockey, basketball, baseball and football all make the board today. In Danish soccer action, Odense has the -150 odds at home and...

News from around the state

...In The question of who really quit on whom may never be answered regarding the St. Frances football program, but one thing is certain – the fledgling program will continue beyond the 2009 season. Last...

Spalding adds to its legacy

Three defensive players earn top honors in Minnesota

U.S. U-17s match up well against Italy

The U.S. U-17s have a strong chance to upset an Italian side that has struggled at times so far, writes Brent Latham.

Stay away from these picks

Bill is on a roll picking NFL games so he politely asks you to stay away from his picks if you've been having bad luck.

No plans to cancel Kiev game due to swine flu

UEFA have no immediate plans to postpone next week's Champions League match between Dynamo Kiev and Inter Milan due to swine flu restrictions in Ukraine.

Australia aim for beach soccer glory

Forget the casual game of beach soccer amid beer-filled eskies and sizzling snags, the Australian men's team are going for international glory.