Football player dies after medical emergency during workout at South Carolina university

Bryce Stanfield, 21, passed away Friday, according to school officials. GREENVILLE, S.C. — A college football player has now died after suffering from a medical emergency during a workout earlier this week.  Furman University announced that 21-year-old Bryce Stanfield of Acworth passed away Friday after being in critical condition for two days.  RELATED: College football … Read more

Texas cheerleader denied part in National Signing Day event wants district to change who it sees as an ‘athlete’

“It’s baffling. There are no words for it. It’s embarrassing,” said Alicia Demars whose daughter was not allowed at Rockwall High’s signing event for athletes. ROCKWALL, Texas — Saniya Demars was excited when she got the letter. The honor student and cheerleader had been accepted into a scholarship program at Stephen F. Austin University in … Read more

‘A great teammate’ | Spurs’ Popovich believes McDermott will fit well with Indiana

At the NBA Trade Deadline, the Spurs traded McDermott to the Pacers. SAN ANTONIO — Ahead of the NBA Trade Deadline, the San Antonio Spurs traded forward Doug McDermott to the Indiana Pacers for Marcus Morris (expected to be bought out), cash considerations, and a second-round draft pick. He played three seasons with the Spurs … Read more