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MASTERS ’23: 20 years after protests, women still look ahead
"MASTERS ’23: 20 years after protests, women still look ahead" - by Doug Ferguson, The Associated Press AUGUSTA, Ga. (AP) — It started with a letter that Martha Burk figured would never see the light of day. When she mentioned the all-male membership at Augusta National, the National Council of Women’s Organization didn’t even vote on whether to take action. “It was a very casual conversation at
Marvin Jones thrilled to play for an improved Detroit Lions
ALLEN PARK, Mich. (AP) — Marvin Jones moved his wife and five children from Miami to San Diego and planned to sign with an NFL team on the West Coast. The receiver, though, could not resist an opportunity to play in Detroit again for a franchise that suddenly has a favorable impression around the league. "This was my home for five years" “This was my home for five years,” Jones said Wednesday. “I
Red Wings host Sabres after Perron’s 2-goal showing
Buffalo Sabres (37-32-7, fifth in the Atlantic Division) vs. Detroit Red Wings (35-33-9, seventh in the Atlantic Division) Detroit; Thursday, 7 p.m. EDT BOTTOM LINE: The Detroit Red Wings host the Buffalo Sabres after David Perron’s two-goal game against the Montreal Canadiens in the Red Wings’ 5-0 win. Detroit has a 9-13-2 record in Atlantic Division play and a 35-33-9 record overall. The Wings are 9-8-6 in
Former Michigan State Spartan Nick Ward finds new home in Canadian League
On Tuesday, Former Michigan State Basketball standout Nick Ward signed a contract with the Canadian Elite Basketball League's (CEBL) Vancouver Bandits for the upcoming 2023 season. Ward is currently playing for Al-Najma in the Bahrain Premier League. The 6-9 forward was a key piece on the Michigan State Basketball team from 2016 to 2019. He was part of the MSU team that won the Big Ten Tournament
Meet the Motor City Rockers: The Hockey Team Shaking Up Metro-Detroit
Last weekend, I had the pleasure of attending my very first Motor City Rockers game at the Big Boy Arena in Fraser, Michigan. It was an exhilarating experience, and needless to say, I can't wait to go back. The Rockers faced off against the Port Huron Prowlers in the highly anticipated Battle of I-94, and came out victorious in both games played over the weekend. The game
Aidan Hutchinson: Becoming a Beast
Aidan Hutchinson had himself a rookie year to remember. The Michigan grad posting 9.5 sacks (led all rookies), 9 tackles-for-loss, two fumble recoveries, and three cheeky interceptions. He was certainly a worthy candidate in the Defensive Rookie of the Year conversation, but ultimately lost the honor to Sauce Gardner. Hutch in Year Two Now, heading into year two, the expectations for Hutchinson and the Detroit Lions are
Detroit’s Unofficial Holiday: Opening Day (DETAILS)
Detroit comes alive on Opening Day, as thousands of enthusiastic fans descend upon Comerica Park to usher in the new baseball season. This year, the Detroit Tigers face off against the Boston Red Sox on Thursday, April 6, at 1:10 p.m. Start your day with Woodward Sports at the Music Hall Amphitheater, and get ready for the excitement by preparing for everything from parking to what's new
Detroit Pistons Play Tough but Fall In Final Home Game of Season
The Detroit Pistons lost to the Brooklyn Nets 123-108 in front of supportive fans during the final home game of the season. The Nets got off to a hot start with 47 first quarter points, but the Pistons went on several runs to close the gap in the second quarter. "I know it feels forever away, but it's not that far away," Casey said. "We have the
Frozen Four Primer: 25th Anniversary Present for the Wolverines?
"Frozen Four Primer: 25th Anniversary Present for the Wolverines?" - by Woodward Sports guest author, Steve Steele April 4th, 1998. The Fleet Center (now TD Garden) in Boston, Massachusetts. The game is tied 2-2 between Michigan and Boston College with 2:44 to go in Overtime. A BC player stumbles to make a pass to his teammate at the right side of the net just below the goal-line.
Detroit Pistons: Jaden Ivey “I Just Want To Win”
After the Detroit Pistons loss against the Miami Heat Tuesday evening, Jaden Ivey was visibly sunken and down. He continued to press the issue that their plan has always been to compete and try to win every single game. To put it plainly, Ivey is tired of the losing and can no longer hide or keep quiet about it. "We want to win. I want to win,"
The Masters Odds and DFS Picks
We have arrived at the unofficial start of golf season with the first major championship of the year – The Masters. The weather forecast looks rough as rain and cooler temperatures are in-store for Augusta National this weekend. But that won’t dampen the spirit of one of the biggest golf events of the year. It’s also one of the four events on the calendar that both PGA
Perron’s Three-Point Night, Husso Shutout; Red Wings Dominate Montreal
The Detroit Red Wings delivered an impressive performance against the Montreal Canadiens at the Bell Centre, shutting them out with a final score of 5-0. Ville Husso was the standout player of the game, recording 24 saves to secure his second shutout against the Canadiens this season, and his fourth of the year. Following the game, Husso shared his thoughts on his return to the team and