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Yahoo
5 days ago
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Nashville SC continues unbeaten streak, but can't break through in scoreless tie with D.C. United
On May 3, Nashville SC played Atlanta United to a 1-1 tie which felt more like a win. The Boys in Gold were the better team for the final 70 minutes, rallied from a first-half deficit on the road and left Mercedes-Benz Stadium feeling they'd delivered, in coach B.J. Callaghan's words, a "complete, professional performance." Advertisement An 0-0 draw with D.C. United at Geodis Park on May 17 had the same net result. But afterwards, Nashville (7-4-3, 24 points) seemed to rue the two points it didn't earn more than it savored the one point it did pick up in the MLS standings. "We're not happy at all with the result," Callaghan said. "There's no one in the locker room that's satisfied." Nashville, which did extend its unbeaten streak to six games, plays at Orlando City in the U.S. Open Cup round of 16 on May 21 (6:30 p.m., Paramount+). Revenge not on Nashville's mind Callaghan had previously said Nashville wouldn't be motivated by what happened the last time it faced D.C. (3-6-5, 14 points), when Gabriel Pirani scored twice in stoppage time to hand NSC a 4-3 loss and all but eliminate it from playoff contention last October. Advertisement While that game featured a combined 50 shots — 31 from United — this meeting had almost nothing in common with last season's hectic affair. Nashville took eight shots, five on goal, while D.C. took just three. NSC goalkeeper Joe Willis only needed one save, stopping a speculative try from former teammate Randall Leal, to record his fourth shutout of 2025. "(D.C.) made it difficult to play tonight, and they have a lot of numbers behind the ball," Callaghan said. "So you're in a pretty combative game that there wasn't a lot of space." Nashville lacks finishing touch Despite having the advantages in shots and possession (55%), Nashville only put the ball in the back of the net once — a goal which was called back due to Teal Bunbury being offside before he passed to Hany Mukhtar for a tap-in. Advertisement There were other missed moments: Nashville couldn't take advantage of a 3-on-1 break just after halftime, while Sam Surridge skied an open shot in the 87th minute. "We weren't clean with the ball," Callaghan said. "We missed a few passes, couple balls got blocked. I just think from the beginning to the end we could have probably executed a little better." In fact, D.C. nearly stole all three points in stoppage time: Andy Najar lost the ball deep in the defensive third, leaving Jacob Murrell with an open shot at goal from a tight angle, but the striker blasted his shot well over the net. With an expected goal figure of 0.26, per FotMob, it was the best chance of the night for either team. Heavily rotated lineup Nashville's game at Orlando will be its seventh game in 18 days. Callaghan's lineup decisions against United reflected that congested schedule as well as the priority NSC is placing on the Open Cup. Advertisement In were Bunbury, Chris Applewhite, Josh Bauer, Gaston Brugman and Ahmed Qasem. Out were Najar, Surridge, Alex Muyl, Jacob Shaffelburg and Jeisson Palacios, who had started Nashville's last four MLS games. MORE: Why Nashville SC Latino supporters group canceled game-day activities in wake of ICE sweeps Applewhite, 17, became the first homegrown player to start a league game for NSC. The center back won seven of nine aerial duels, a game high for both teams, and threaded a long ball to Bunbury in the first half to set up a free kick in prime scoring position. "You forget that he's only 17," Willis said. "He plays and acts so much more mature than that. ... They wanted to play a lot of long balls and hope to win knockdowns and second balls. For him to step in and dominate in the air the way he did was a huge boost." Jacob Shames can be reached by email at jshames@ and on Twitter @Jacob_Shames. This article originally appeared on Nashville Tennessean: Nashville SC ties D.C. United in scoreless game
Yahoo
6 days ago
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UFC legend B.J. Penn arrested on charge of abuse of family or household member
UFC legend B.J. Penn is in trouble with the law again. The former two-division UFC champion was arrested this past Sunday in Hilo, Hawaii, on charges of abuse of a family or household member, according to the Hawaii Police Department media booking log obtained by MMA Junkie. The news was reported Tuesday by MMA Fighting. Advertisement Penn, 46, also posted a video documenting the arrest to his Instagram account. He was taken by police and later released on $2,000 bail. Penn was due in court Tuesday. Penn's video shows him laying in bed, questioning multiple officers for the reason of his arrest, which they communicated was for harassment. After a back-and-forth, Penn stood up from the bed, was handcuffed, and taken away. Penn posted a caption along with the video: 'In Hawaii, 'impostor theft' refers to instances where individuals falsely impersonate others, often to steal their identity or commit fraudulent acts. This can involve using a fake identity to obtain documents, financial accounts, or even posing as law enforcement or other professionals to commit crimes.' In recent months, Penn has claimed in numerous posts that his parents and siblings were murdered and replaced by impostors. These adamant and continuous claims have worried many in the MMA community, including several of his fellow fighters such as Brendan Schaub and Jason Miller. Advertisement This isn't the first time Penn has been involved with the law. In the years before and following his retirement in 2019, Penn has experienced a number of legal troubles, including DUI arrests and a bar brawl assault that led to his UFC release. Penn is considered one of the greatest lightweights of all time and a pioneer for the division. He's a former UFC lightweight and welterweight champion. Penn was inducted into the UFC Hall of Fame in 2015. Penn fought 32 times as a professional fighter, a career that spanned from 2001 to 2019. Penn, who was known for his durability and skill, lost four times by TKO/KO and was involved in many wars. Some have attributed his troubles and erratic behaviors in recent years to brain trauma. This article originally appeared on MMA Junkie: UFC legend B.J. Penn arrested in Hawaii, taken from Hilo home
Mint
09-05-2025
- Sport
- Mint
Charlotte FC has sights set on season sweep of Nashville SC
Nashville SC hosts Charlotte FC on Saturday as the Eastern Conference rivals separated by just two points in the table will meet for the second time this season. Both clubs enjoyed success outside of league play during the week by advancing in the U.S. Open Cup with victories over lower-tier opponents. Charlotte posted a wild 4-1 win at North Carolina FC in a match that saw all five goals come after a scoreless 90 minutes. Nashville advanced to the Round of 16 with a 1-0 win at home over Chattanooga Red Wolves SC. Nashville (5-4-2, 17 points) sits in sixth place in the MLS Eastern Conference standings, a place below Charlotte, while both clubs are even on goal differential at plus-six. In the first meeting on April 5, Hany Mukhtar's goal in the 32nd minute looked to be enough to give the visitors the rare road win in Charlotte, but it all fell apart late as Nashville conceded two goals in the final five minutes en route to the 2-1 loss. "I don't think we are going to use it as motivation, but it's certainly not lost on us," Nashville coach B.J. Callaghan said Tuesday, referring to that first meeting. "We thought we played pretty well. We didn't finish the game great. They're an Eastern Conference opponent. We know where they are in the table, so I know that this group is going to be up for that game." Nashville will try to even the season series with Charlotte by continuing to dominate at home. Nashville is 4-1-1 at home this season and coming off a 7-2 victory over Chicago on April 26. Sam Surridge had four goals in the win and leads the club with six on the season. Charlotte (6-4-1, 19 points) enters Saturday looking to regain their form in the league after two straight losses with early MVP candidate Pep Biel (three goals, six assists) still sidelined with a hamstring injury that he suffered on April 19 in a 3-0 win over San Diego FC. Still, captain Ashley Westwood knows his side can play much better after allowing a season-high in goals during a 4-2 loss at Columbus on May 3. "It was sloppy goals," Westwood said on Thursday when asked about Charlotte's leaky defense. "Obviously one's a penalty but we were chasing the game and that's what happens when you chase the game they can catch you on the break which is unlike us. Again we had chances to score a few goals as well which unfortunately we didn't do." One recent bright spot for Charlotte, which is 1-3-1 on the road this season, is that Wilfried Zaha scored in their last league match. The Ivory Coast international, who will be counted on more with Biel sidelined, has three goals in nine matches.
Yahoo
02-05-2025
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- Yahoo
World's Largest Pancake Breakfast in downtown Springfield being held May 17th
SPRINGFIELD, Mass. (WWLP) – The World's Largest Pancake Breakfast will line Main Street in Springfield on Saturday, May 17th. The World's Largest Pancake Breakfast is in honor of Springfield's birthday and has been an annual tradition since 1986. This event, which has been sponsored by MGM Springfield since 2013, will be held on May 17th from 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. on Main Street from State Street to Bridge Street. Springfield Fire Commissioner B.J. Calvi is this year's Honorary Chair. He is being recognized for seven years of service to the city and the residents of Springfield, and has over 30 years of experience in fire and emergency services. Commissioner Calvi also manages 274 firefighters, 45 emergency communications personnel, and 14 civilian employees. Admission is free however, breakfast tickets are $3 for adults and $1 for children. The menu features a hot, hearty breakfast of pancakes, bacon, coffee, juice, milk, lots of entertainment and activities, and community spirit. For more information, visit WWLP-22News, an NBC affiliate, began broadcasting in March 1953 to provide local news, network, syndicated, and local programming to western Massachusetts. Watch the 22News Digital Edition weekdays at 4 p.m. on Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
30-04-2025
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Bethel HS debuts new simulation lab
HAMPTON, Va. (WAVY) – Bethel High School will debut a new simulation lab Wednesday at 4 p.m. for students in the Academy of Law and Public Safety and the Governor's Health Sciences Academy. The lab will include an emergency management center, ambulance simulation and 911 dispatch training designed to give students training in crisis response and public safety. The skills developed will prepare students for careers in emergency services, law enforcement, and healthcare. The lab will be named after former Hampton sheriff B.J. Roberts, who became the first African-American constitutional officer and Sheriff for the city. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
