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USA Today
6 hours ago
- Sport
- USA Today
Jihaad Campbell lands behind Eagles rival in early ranking of DROY candidates
Jihaad Campbell lands behind Eagles rival in early ranking of DROY candidates Jihaad Campbell lands behind an Eagles' rival in an early ranking of early DROY favorites. If you're a Philadelphia Eagles rival, you're probably hoping that Howie Roseman's luck will run out and, at some point, things will stop breaking his way. If you're a Birds fan, you're probably hoping that never happens. You have to love what you've been seeing, especially recently. Whether it's the trade that brought A.J. Brown to town (or one that shipped Bryce Huff elsewhere), the Eagles' GM seems to be made of magic. Howie seems to have mastered the salary cap and the NFL Draft. He navigates both like he invented them. Let's discuss the past three offseasons. First, he landed Jalen Carter as a ninth-overall selection. No one said much because we were aware of the circumstances. The winning streak continued. Somehow, in that same draft, he also landed Nolan Smith in Round 1. Fast forward to 2024. It seemed impossible that Philadelphia would have a shot at acquiring Quinyon Mitchell because they were picking so late in Round 1. They landed him with the 22nd-overall selection. Then, they also added Cooper DeJean. Wait! How did they get both guys? And, while we're on the subject, how did the Eagles wind up with Jihaad Campbell this past April at 31? Some projected him as a top-15 selection. The answers are simple. Howie is a genius. Sometimes, teams get lucky. Fortune falls on the well-prepared. Jihaad Campbell named among five Defensive Rookie of the Year candidates. If there's one knock on Campbell, it's the injury history. There are discussions about past shoulder and knee injuries. He underwent labrum surgery this past March, and it doesn't take a rocket scientist to deduce that's what wound up influencing his Round 1 slide. No one seems to be worried, though. Philadelphia is home to one of the league's best medical teams. If they're willing to give Campbell a passing grade, there is seemingly no need to argue, so the focus can be shifted to how much he'll be asked to do as a rookie and how high he can soar. Sports Illustrated's Gilberto Manzano recently stacked five candidates for the 2025 Defensive Rookie of the Year Award. Campbell ranks second, right behind a rival on the New York Giants' roster, edge rusher Abdul Carter. Here's some of the explanation: "It bodes well that one of the most successful GMs of the past decade did everything he could to ensure Campbell landed in Philadelphia. Strangely, some teams don't value off-ball linebackers as high as other positions, but that ended up being a benefit for GM Howie Roseman, who only needed to trade up one spot after surprisingly seeing Campbell still available at No. 31." Here's more: "Roseman reportedly had multiple failed attempts to go up higher to nab the versatile playmaker from Alabama. Campbell could have a dominant rookie season playing for defensive coordinator Vic Fangio, while lining up next to first-team All-Pro linebacker Zack Baun and behind dominant defensive tackle Jalen Carter. Teams might be kicking themselves for allowing Campbell to fall to the defending Super Bowl champions." Two things are interesting. One, Malaki Starks, someone the Birds' fans hoped would land, wasn't on this list. James Pearce Jr. (Atlanta Falcons), Nick Emmanwori (Seattle Seahawks), and Will Johnson (Arizona Cardinals) round out the top five. Another interesting fact is unrelated to the ranking. It's more about Carter landing with the hated Giants. Carter is from Philly. He grew up an Eagles fan and attended Penn State. Sadly, he's now the enemy. Oh well... Maybe the G-Men hold on to Joe Schoen. Maybe he screws everything up when Carter becomes eligible for free agency. That way, he can come to Philadelphia and terrorize Big Blue a la James Bradberry (in 2022), Saquon Barkley, and, hopefully, Azeez Ojulari.
Yahoo
6 hours ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Mass. AG Andrea Joy Campbell joins 15 states in suing Trump administration over NSF cuts
Massachusetts Attorney General Andrea Campbell joined 15 other states in suing the Trump administration to stop its attempts to cut National Science Foundation programs and funding. Earlier this month, the NSF announced it would be capping indirect costs at 15%, a move that mirrored funding cuts at the National Institute of Health and the Department of Energy, both of which are currently blocked by courts. The agency, which funds nonmedical scientific research, also started eliminating programs designed to increase the participation of women, minorities, and people with disabilities in STEM fields. "The NSF's mission is to promote the progress of science, advance the national health, prosperity and welfare, and secure the national defense," a spokesperson for the NSF said in a statement. "It is our priority to ensure all NSF awards aim to create opportunities for all Americans everywhere, without exclusion of any groups.' The attorneys general say that the Trump administration does not have the power to cap research funding and eliminate diversity programs, as funding for NSF, including the diversity programs, were mandated by Congress. 'Congress has adopted a clear, longstanding national policy to advance and promote 'full use of the human resources of the Nation' in STEM fields by encouraging participation of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities,' reads the lawsuit. 'Defendants do not have authority to categorically refuse to support research that comports with the Congressionally enacted policy of the United States.' The attorneys general seek a court order ruling NSF's new policies illegal and blocking them from implementation. Campbell said that the changes to NSF will hurt Massachusetts's ability to do research and could cause the US to lose its status as a global leader in STEM research. 'Massachusetts is home to world-renowned scientific research institutions that not only drive innovative solutions to our world's most pressing challenges, but also ensure our nation maintains its global, scientific leadership,' said Campbell in a press release. 'I will continue to hold the Trump Administration accountable for the unlawful attacks on STEM funding, which jeopardize Massachusetts and this entire country's public health, economy and national security.' Joining Campbell in the coalition are the attorneys general of California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, Oregon, Rhode Island, Washington, and Wisconsin. This lawsuit comes after 13 schools, including the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and Brown University, sued the Trump administration in early May over the NSF funding cuts. The universities said that the 15% cap would cause them to lose millions of dollars and the amount of future research would 'decline precipitously.' 'From developing artificial intelligence (AI) technology to creating innovative solutions to environmental and energy challenges, NSF-funded research at American universities is vital to addressing the nation's biggest challenges and maintaining the country's competitive edge,' read Campbell's press release. 'NSF's new cap would mean essential research and infrastructure would be cut, leading to critical projects being abandoned, staff laid off, and research essential to national security, public health, and economic stability ending.' This article originally appeared on Telegram & Gazette: MA AG Andrea Campbell files NSF lawsuit against Trump administration
Straits Times
9 hours ago
- Sport
- Straits Times
Instead of Sunday brunch, some Singaporeans now opt for a game of pickleball
Video game producer Janine Campbell plays pickleball twice a week - once during a group lesson with Performance Pickleball, and the other with her family and friends. ST PHOTO: GAVIN FOO Instead of Sunday brunch, some Singaporeans now opt for a game of pickleball SINGAPORE – Once a week, video game producer Janine Campbell picks up a paddle, grabs her visor and wristband and heads for a pickleball lesson after work. After her husband introduced her to the sport, she enrolled herself in group lessons at Performance Pickleball , an indoor facility in Punggol, in January. 'It's fun and I really like the sport,' said Campbell, 45. 'I'm at my desk constantly and pickleball lets me get some fresh air, laughter and exercise in a really fun way.' She is among many Singaporeans who are picking up this racket sport. The sport – a cross between tennis and table tennis, played on a badminton-sized court – was invented in the United States in the 1960s, and is known to be popular among seniors, due to its low-impact nature. Now, pickleball courts are frequented by the young and old for corporate bonding sessions and as a Sunday family activity. Professionals, hobbyists and businesses have observed an uptake in interest and participation in recent years. 'In the past, youth described pickleball as a sport for seniors, but it is now described as the 'in' sport,' said president of Singapore Pickleball Association Lim Ee Kiong , adding that this can be attributed to the sport's social nature. Pickleball is also easier to pick up than other racket sports, said founders of Performance Pickleball and former national tennis players Jeremy Soh and Jeovanne Poernomo . Performance Pickleball founders Jeovanne Poernomo and Jeremy Soh have grown the community to one that has more than 5,000 members. ST PHOTO: GAVIN FOO 'The court is smaller, the ball is slower, and the paddle is lighter – it's a lot easier because you don't have to wield a long racket,' said Soh. 'Compared to padel and tennis, the risk of injury is a lot lower, the explosiveness required and the strain on your joints is a lot less.' Soh and Poernomo opened the sports club and facility in July 2024, and it now has over 5,000 members. New joiners can opt for a one-day course – which is possible since the sport is easy to pick up – said Poernomo, and the club also offers group and private lessons as well as court bookings. 'There's a real community spirit and vibe. Through classes and games, finding people to play a game with is much easier, especially since the sport is quite popular now,' said Campbell. Its popularity has spread islandwide – there are currently over 5,000 active players, and more than a fifth of them compete in tournaments. Bookings at the 30 public pickleball courts have more than tripled since 2023, said a spokesperson for national sports agency Sport Singapore. Public interest groups at ActiveSG sport halls in neighbourhoods such as Jurong West, Clementi and Bedok have more than 2,000 members, added the spokesperson. One of these members is Chua Cheng Yao, 25, who joins a group in north-eastern Singapore for weekly sessions at community centres or outdoor courts. She also plays with a regular group of friends about thrice a week, usually at the tennis court of a condominium. She picked up pickleball, which she said seemed 'less intimidating' and social, in 2024 as she wanted to continue playing sport after graduating from university. 'Pickleball is easy to start but hard to master, and that's what makes it so fun and addictive,' she said. Businesses ride the trend Tennis players have been flocking to courts on the rooftop of Suntec City since sports club MBP Sports opened a facility there in 2005. In 2022, paddles joined tennis rackets as the club started offering pickleball memberships after noticing interest from both locals and expatriates. 'It's going crazy, especially with the corporates, and families are picking it up too,' said founder Chris Mullins . Pickleball court bookings are almost full during after-work hours on weekdays and throughout the day on weekends, and MBP hosts about two corporate sessions a week, he added. Businesses are capitalising on the boom – retailers are stocking their shelves with equipment and coaches are offering more lessons. At sports retailer Sportsshop SG , shelves were reorganised to make room for pickleball equipment in 2023, following requests from customers. The retailer, which has two stores in Singapore, has since more than tripled its product offerings for the sport. Sportsshop SG has more than tripled its product offerings for pickleball since 2023. PHOTO: SPORTSSHOP SG It decided to bring in products catering to all levels, from beginners to competitive players, after they noticed that Singaporeans were looking for variety and quality, said a spokesman. Even eateries want a piece of the pie: Bubble tea chain PlayMade expanded their brand offerings beyond drinks, and started selling pickleball equipment online in 2024. Playmade's team designed and produced three types of paddles meant for different skill levels, and even submitted the model for professionals to USA Pickleball for certification. The chain has also organised pickleball tournaments and open play sessions, handing out drinks or drink vouchers to participants. The bubble tea chain PlayMade has organised coaching clinics, leagues and open play sessions since it piloted its pickleball project in early 2024. PHOTO: PLAYMADE SINGAPORE Growing the sport here Soh is convinced that pickleball's loyal following is here to stay, but acknowledges that support is needed to grow the sport through programmes, facilities and tournaments. He said: 'A lot of what we do, we don't do it for profit and we're really trying to create a better community. It's about the laughter and fun, it's about having to chill, hang out and de-stress after work.' The Singapore Pickleball Association organises and funds multiple tournaments, such as the Pesta Sukan and Singapore Pickleball Open, despite having to fork out money as it is 'impossible to break even', said its president Lim. He added: 'As the national sports association, we recognise that tournaments are instrumental... We hope more sponsors would be able to support the sport financially. Our current objective is to establish a lively culture based on sporting values.' The association has been working with schools to incorporate the sport in the physical education curriculum, and it has organised competitions such as the inter-school pickleball tournament on May 10, which featured 13 teams from nine schools. Students from River Valley High School look on as their schoolmate plays in a match at the Inter-School Pickleball Tournament on May 10. PHOTO: SINGAPORE PICKLEBALL ASSOCIATION/FACEBOOK But the sport has yet to be recognised as a co-curricular activity and make its appearance at the National School Games, which is what the association hopes to push for, said Lim. He hopes it will also eventually be among the sports included in the direct school admission programme. For pickleball athletes such as Soh, having the sport featured on a bigger stage would be a sure-fire way to make its mark. 'I hope to see the sport in the SEA Games soon,' said Soh, who has competed in pickleball tournaments abroad. 'Asians are generally pretty good at sports played in smaller spaces.' 'I think Asian pickleball will eventually match up to that of the United States and Europe, and even surpass them.' Join ST's WhatsApp Channel and get the latest news and must-reads.
Dominion Post
18 hours ago
- Sport
- Dominion Post
University softball outlasts weather delay, late Jefferson surge for victory in opening game of state tournament
SOUTH CHARLESTON – The University High School softball team got its weekend off to a strong start on Friday at Little Creek Park with an 11-8 victory over Jefferson in the opening game of the Class AAAA state tournament. Jefferson scored five of the final six runs in the game, but the Hawks built a lead that they saw through to the end. Each team earned nine hits in the contest, but UHS took advantage of the weather conditions in the opening inning for five runs, three of which came on a walk or a wild pitch. The Hawks will play Cabell Midland late Friday for a spot in Saturday's state championship. Cabell Midland defeated St. Albans, 6-1. 'I thought our girls came out ready to play today,' UHS head coach Mindy Parks said. 'I think the early lead stunned them (Jefferson) a little, and we were able to get their pitcher, who is very good. These girls wanted to come out and prove why they're the defending champions.' The Hawks drew five walks in the first inning against Jefferson starter Rebecca Munslow. After the rain subsided, play continued with UHS facing two outs. Kelsey Park loaded the bases with an infield single before Maddie Campbell followed with another infield hit that caused a throwing error and cleared the bases, giving the Hawks eight runs in the first inning. 'The message was to keep fighting even though we had such a bad start,' Jefferson head coach Joe Rummel said. 'It's hard, especially when they knew that storm was coming. You could sit and wait, let it go all the way through, and then start up. They should've postponed it.' The Cougars responded with two runs in the first inning and one in the third, cutting the UHS lead to five. But UHS scored two more in the top of the fourth to stretch the lead back to seven runs as Campbell entered the circle to relieve Hawks' starter Sophia Lehosit. Jefferson found three runs in the bottom of the sixth, but a home run over the left field fence by Bri Royce led off the seventh inning to give UHS its 11th run, giving her team some breathing room as they tried to close the game. A brief weather delay, caused by rain and high winds, disrupted play in the bottom of the seventh inning, but the momentum quickly shifted once the teams returned to the field. The Cougars wasted no time making things interesting as Chloe Cowan ripped a two-run double to the gap in left-center, cutting into the deficit and putting the pressure squarely on UHS. Cowan advanced to third on a wild pitch, and Rummel followed with a walk, bringing the tying run to the plate. But UHS pitcher Campbell rose to the occasion, striking out Munslow to seal the hard-fought win. 'At the end, they wanted to be out there,' said UHS coach Parks. 'They were like, 'Coach, put us back.' They said they were good and they wanted to finish that game. It was all about the confidence.' Lehosit led the way offensively for UHS with three of the team's nine hits, and also struck out six over 3 2/3 innings in the circle. Campbell handled the final 3 1/3 innings, striking out five despite issuing six walks, and ultimately closed the door on the late comeback attempt. University 11, Jefferson 8 UHS 800 200 1 – 11 9 1 JHS 201 003 2 – 8 9 3 University (1-0) – Park 5120 Campbell 4111 Lehosit 5031 Masoner 3000 Elza 3200 Cox 3112 Brown 3111 Shaver 3001 Royce 3211. 2B: Lehosit. HR: Royce Jefferson (0-1) – Cowan 4332 Rummel 3112 Munslow 4022 Allen 3011 Dodson 3000 Smith 3101 Abe 2210 Phillips 4110 Hozhabri 1000 Ruffner 3000. 2B: Cowan (W) Lehosit 3.2ip 4h 3r 3bb 6k. (L) Rummel 3.1ip 4h 1r 0bb 1k
USA Today
19 hours ago
- Sport
- USA Today
The list of Lions players at OTA with limited or no practice
The list of Lions players at OTA with limited or no practice The Lions held an OTA session open to the media. Here's who is coming off injuries that practiced, those that sat out, and more. Dan Campbell had his first OTA (organized team activities) press conference today and offered player availability information. For the players that are limited or not practicing, Campbell was quick to state: Some of them are so minor. The rookies have been training for the combine.... We're just trying to be smart. We got little dings here. This is the time of year to make sure that we're being more conservative. The following is Campbell's list of players that are at OTA but with limited or no practice. Included are my possible reasons for the player's limited availability. Players that were expected to be limited or out Alim McNeill - ACL Malcolm Rodriguez - ACL Tyleik Williams - hamstring Mekhi Wingo - knee meniscus surgery Derrick Barnes - MCL/PCL surgery Khalil Dorsey - tibia/fibula fracture David Montgomery - MCL Players that were unexpected to be limited or out Amon-Ra St. Brown - No concerns coming out of last season. Brodric Martin - Right knee hyperextension last preseason and missed half the year. Levi Onwuzurike - L5-S1 spinal fusion in 2022 could require ongoing load management. Josh Paschal - Missed 1 game with right knee in week 14. DJ Reader - Missed 1 game with left shoulder in week 14. Jack Campbell - Played all games last season. During OTA, he stated he had a minor hip operation this offseason that shouldn't be a concern going forward. Terrion Arnold - Minor right foot injury in week 18. Brian Branch - Multiple minor right leg issues in second half of last season. Miles Frazier - Healthy coming out of college with no concerns. Kenny Yeboah - Possible core muscle injury in 2024. Myles Adams - Clean medical history. Isaac TeSlaa - Healthy coming out of college with no concerns. Sione Vaki - Missed 1 game with a right knee in week 9 last season. Notable players with "full" participation at OTA Aidan Hutchinson - The lack of a "limited" designation sends the clear signal that he will be ready to start the season following his tibia/fibula fracture 7.5 months ago. Marcus Davenport - Still wearing a left elbow wrap at OTA from his reported triceps rupture 8 months ago, but will be ready for the season. Amik Robertson - His left humerus fracture is fully healed. Ahmed Hassanein - Confirmation that his right ankle injury from college is not an issue. Ennis Rakestraw - Hamstring that caused him to miss that last two months of the season is healed up. Graham Glasgow - Knee issue from last season is hopefully a thing of the past. Pat O'Connor - Calf injury in week 18 is fine now.
