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Irish Examiner
9 hours ago
- Sport
- Irish Examiner
Dawson soars into semi-finals at the Women's Amateur Close Championship
Anna Dawson carded an amazing 16 birdies and one match winning eagle as the Tramore golfer came through two tightly contested matches to book her place in the semi-finals of the AIG Irish Women's Amateur Close Championship at Adree Golf Club tomorrow morning. Having come through Stroke Play qualifying right on the cut line on Wednesday afternoon, Dawson would take on Katie Poots (Knock) in the top match on Thursday morning in what would turn out to be a fascinating contest. The pair traded holes for much of the match before the tie would be decided on the 20th hole with Dawson carding her 10th and the matches 17th birdie overall. 'It was a crazy match, we were holing putts like there was no tomorrow,' said Dawson. 'It was one up one down the whole way this morning so lucky I finished it on 20.' Buoyed by her performance in the morning session, Dawson carried the momentum of the early battle in her quarter final tie versus Shannon Burke (Ballinrobe), carding six more birdies before closing out the match with a sensational eagle on the par five 17th. 'It was very close the whole way with Shannon, bridies were definitely winning it,' said Dawson. 'We halved so many holes in pars too. It was nice to finish off the match with an eagle there on 17.' Fellow Irish International Zoe McLean-Tattan awaits Dawson in the first of tomorrow's semi-finals. The Romford star came through her last 16 tie against Libby Fleming (El Camino Country Club) 3&2 before a dominant back nine display against Kate Dwyer (Rossmore) in the quarter final saw the Irish Girls' Amateur Open Champion through to the final day. Holly Hamilton (Belvoir Park) and Ellen O'Shaughnessy ( are set to face off in the bottom match tomorrow morning. Hamilton impressed in her opening match of the day beating Kate Dillon (Oughterard) 6&4 before coming through a tight affair against Anna Abom (Edmondstown) 2&1 while O'Shaughnessy was not pushed past the 14th hole in either of her matches as the County Louth golfer took comprehensive victories, 5&4 over Ella Cantwell (Esker Hills) and 7&6 over Molly O'Hara. Molly Campbell (Hollinwell) will face Alexandra Kearney (Stackstown) in the first of the AIG Irish Girls' Amateur Close Plate semi-finals. Gemma McMeekin (Royal Portrush) will play Eva Branks (Malone) in the other final four tie. Mairead Martin (Kanturk) will play defending champion Clodagh Coughlan (Douglas) in the semi-finals of the AIG Irish Women's Amateur Close Plate, with Laura Webb (Royal Portrush) taking on Seána McGuinness (Greenore). Meanwhile, Brendan Lawlor made the most of his home course knowledge as the Ardee native carded an opening round of 70 to take a sizeable lead in the ISPS Handa G4D at Ardee. Brendan Lawlor (Carton House) tees off on the 10th at Ardee Golf Club Pic: @Inpho/Leah Scholes The G4D Open Champion birdied four and five before a bogey on seven meant he went out in 34 however the Carton House golfer bounced back with another birdie on 14 but a bogey on 15 ensured he finished one under for his round. Lawlor is clear of Cian Arthurs (Roganstown) on +6 and Fiona Gray (St Patricks Downpatrick) eight shots further in arrears.
Perth Now
a day ago
- Sport
- Perth Now
NRL bans agents over altercation at schoolboys carnival
The NRL has threatened to suspend two of the game's most powerful player agents over a physical altercation while away at a schoolboys competition last year. NRL officials confirmed on Thursday that they planned on banning Nash Dawson for nine months and Gavin Orr six months over the incident. The duo will also be fined $15,000 and $10,000 respectively, with the pair given until late next week to respond to the breach notices. Combined, Dawson and Orr represent some of the NRL's best talent. Dawson looks after the affairs of Ezra Mam, Reece Walsh, Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow and Robert Toia, among others. Orr is the owner and director of sport at Pacific Sport Management, whose talent list includes Dylan Brown, Selwyn Cobbo, Jahrome Hughes and Valentine Holmes. 'The notices allege that both agents have breached the NRL Accredited Agent Scheme Rules and the Accredited Agents' Code of Conduct following a physical altercation between the agents at the Australian Secondary Schools Rugby League Championships in 2024,' the NRL said in a statement. 'It is also alleged the agents failed to co-operate with the NRL integrity unit. 'Under the Accredited Agents' Code of Conduct, Accredited Agents are required to operate with high personal and professional standards.' The altercation is believed to have happened outside of a pub, while the pair were in Port Macquarie last year. Realistically, the impact on either of the pair's clients is likely to be minimal, given Dawson and Orr's colleagues from the same companies can handle matters. It comes after show-cause notices handed to fellow player agents Mario Tartak and Matt Desira proposed sanctions of fines and bans last month.
7NEWS
a day ago
- Sport
- 7NEWS
Player agents Nash Dawson and Chris Orr ‘fail to co-operate' with NRL integrity unit over serious breach
The NRL have proposed heavy bans and fines to two player agents over an alleged physical altercation over a year ago. Agents Nash Dawson and Chris Orr have five days to respond after they both issued with show cause notices for alleged breaches of the Accredited Agent Scheme Rules. The NRL has proposed a nine-month suspension and $15,000 fine for Dawson, and a six-month suspension and $10,000 fine for Orr. The league also said both agents failed to co-operate over the incident. 'The notices allege that both agents have breached the NRL Accredited Agent Scheme Rules and the Accredited Agents' Code of Conduct following a physical altercation between the agents at the Australian Secondary Schools Rugby League Championships in 2024,' the NRL said in a statement. 'It is also alleged the agents failed to co-operate with the NRL Integrity Unit.' The pair were reportedly involved in a scuffle outside a pub in Port Macquarie during a schoolboy carnival in 2024. Dawson has a number of high-profile clients including Reece Walsh, Ezra Mam and Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow, while Orr's clients include Jahrome Hughes, Selwyn Cobbo and Dylan Brown.
New York Post
a day ago
- Entertainment
- New York Post
‘Dawson's Creek' star James Van Der Beek gives heartbreaking cancer update: My kids know when I'm ‘in pain'
James Van Der Beek says his children have become his unexpected caretakers amid his journey with colon cancer. The 'Dawson's Creek' alum publicly shared the news of his diagnosis last November. 'I have colorectal cancer. I've been privately dealing with this diagnosis and have been taking steps to resolve it, with the support of my incredible family,' Van Der Beek, 48, exclusively told People at the time. 'There's reason for optimism, and I'm feeling good.' 5 Van Der Beek shares six children with his wife of 14 years, Kimberly Van Der Beek. vanderjames/Instagram Advertisement The 'Varsity Blues' star has been married to his wife, Kimberly Van Der Beek (née Brook), since 2010. The couple share six children: daughters Olivia, Annabel, Emilia and Gwendolyn, and sons Joshua and Jeremiah. During his July 30 appearance on the 'Today' show, Van Der Beek recalled the experience of discussing his diagnosis with his kids. 'I'm far from an expert, but our approach was just to be as honest as possible, as honest to the degree of their understanding,' he explained. Advertisement 5 Van Der Beek during his July 30 appearance on the 'Today' show. Today 'They know. They can sense that Dad's having a tough day. They know if Dad's in pain,' he continued. 'By not telling them, I think you're confusing them even more.' Van Der Beek said he's learned that children are often stronger than adults give them credit for. 'Allow yourself to be surprised by their resiliency,' he said. 'When you tell them what you're doing, and you tell them the approach, they can see it, and they can feel it. And I think it's also that your journey is their journey.' Advertisement 5 Van Der Beek with three of his daughters. Instagram/vanderjames He spoke about how his children have supported him through his journey, urging others not to 'rob them of the opportunity to show up for you.' 'I have [my] kids making me tea. 'Dad, what do you need?' There's been a lot of beauty that's come out of it,' he said. In an Instagram video posted on March 8, Van Der Beek opened up about being away from his family while undergoing treatment. Advertisement 5 Van Der Beek with his wife and their six children. vanderjames/Instagram 'I was away for treatment, so I could no longer be a husband who was helpful to my wife,' he explained in the clip. 'I could no longer be a father who could pick up his kids and put them to bed and be there for them. I could not be a provider because I wasn't working.' Van Der Beek's wife was in the studio during his appearance on the 'Today' show on Wednesday and appeared briefly on screen. Despite his battle, he said he is 'feeling great' at the moment. 5 Van Der Beek with his wife, Kimberly. James Van Der Beek/Instagram 'There are just so many ups and downs and so many unknowns,' he explained. 'Cancer is — I call it a full-time job.' Van Der Beek is continuing to work despite the diagnosis, having just finished filming 'Elle,' a 'Legally Blonde' prequel series slated for release on Prime Video in summer 2026.
Fast Company
2 days ago
- Health
- Fast Company
Peptide stacking is the latest viral wellness trend. Experts urge caution
What's better than one peptide? A whole stack of them, apparently. Peptide stacking is the latest health hack going viral online, promising to optimize workouts and overall well-being. Peptides are short chains of amino acids that help build proteins. As the name suggests, peptide stacking involves taking multiple types of supplements—often in the form of tablets, powders, or injections—at once to enhance their effects and target specific fitness goals, such as building muscle, burning fat, boosting testosterone, or aiding recovery. Bodybuilders and biohackers have incorporated peptides into their wellness routines for decades. But now, interest is exploding, with social media feeds and forums flooded by users sharing (and selling) their favorite 'stacks.' 'Pov: my fridge watching me inject my 20th peptide today,' one TikTok user posted (their bio includes a 10% off link). 'Tried Semax + Dihexa and felt like I unlocked god mode for a few hours,' someone wrote on Reddit. 'Then realized I forgot to eat all day and nearly blacked out. 10/10 focus, 0/10 life management.' The fact that many of the touted benefits come from people earning commissions via discount codes or bio links is enough to raise eyebrows. 'Some of the concerns of what we see trending on social media are the recommended sources that you may find online that aren't coming from legitimate compound pharmacies,' Brandon Dawson, cofounder of 10X Health System, tells Fast Company. 'Also, most of these online trends are not tracked by healthcare providers or a team of specialists like you would have at 10X Health.' More than 80 peptide therapies have been approved worldwide. Prescription drugs like Ozempic and Mounjaro are peptides, as is the popular fitness supplement creatine. 'Peptide stacking can be a powerful tool in a systems-based functional medicine plan, but it's not a shortcut,' Dawson adds. 'Without addressing foundational health pillars—sleep, toxins, gut, nutrition—peptides won't reach their full potential and could cause harm if used improperly.' Another concern is how peptides are being marketed to teenagers on social media. A 2023 report by the nonprofit Center for Countering Digital Hate linked peptide promotion to the broader 'looksmaxxing' world of workout supplements and steroid-like drugs that prey on young men's insecurities. 'You're falling behind bro,' read the closed captions of a . 'Welcome to the world of peptides.'
