Wembanyama ‘really close’ to full-strength as he nears NBA Playoffs debut against Portland Trail Blazers

Victor Wembanyama and the Spurs are staying the course in terms of playoff preparation, even as the All-Star acknowledges he’s dreamt of bringing a title back to SA. SAN ANTONIO — The Spurs‘ resident Alien is no stranger to pulling off magical feats on the hardwood.  And if Victor Wembanyama’s first three seasons in the … Read more

NFL reporter Dianna Russini resigns from The Athletic after photos published of her with Mike Vrabel

The decision comes less than a week after photos of Russini and Vrabel at an Arizona resort prompted an internal investigation at The New York Times. WASHINGTON — NFL reporter Dianna Russini has resigned from The Athletic less than a week after published photos of her and New England Patriots coach Mike Vrabel at an Arizona … Read more

COMMENTARY: Surviving childhood sexual abuse is the most difficult thing I’ve ever shared — and the most important thing I’ve ever done.

My message to childhood sexual abuse survivors: You can turn something devastating into something empowering. I’m a living testament to that. This is certainly the most difficult thing I’ve ever shared. But it is also the most important thing I’ve ever done. And that’s surviving childhood sexual abuse. It wasn’t at the hands of anyone … Read more

San Antonio Sports all-star basketball game returns with top high school talent

More than 130 standout seniors will take the court in a full day of all-star games, skills contests and competition. SAN ANTONIO — Some of San Antonio’s top high school basketball talent will take center stage this weekend. The San Antonio Sports All-Star Basketball Game returns Sunday, April 12, bringing together 134 student-athletes from 59 … Read more

Major champion booted from Masters after using cell phone

The Masters and Augusta National have a strict no-phone policy, which applies even if you’re a former British Open winner. When it comes to August National and The Masters, rules are rules.  Golfer Mark Calcavecchia was removed from the Masters on Tuesday after reportedly violating the tournament’s strict no-phone policy. The 65-year-old was seen using … Read more