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Irish Independent
3 hours ago
- Sport
- Irish Independent
Tassie Ted on fire from start at Enniscorthy greyhound stadium
Trap six runner Betgoodwin Ben was sent off the red-hot 4/7 favourite, but from trap rise trap two runner Tassie Ted showed the better early pace to lead to the opening bends, with trap four runner Singalong Ben and the favourite in hot pursuit. The latter pair had a bit of a coming together at the bend and Tassie opened up a nice lead into the back, with Singalong and Betgoodwin trying to recover lost ground on the run down to the third bend. It was at this stage the favourite made his move to go second and closed in fast on the leader into the home straight. However, Tassie dug deep to hold out to score by a head in a fast 28.90 for Barntown owner George Roche. The semi-finals of the NRB Contracts Ltd. A5 also took place. In the first semi, trap six runner Seagrave Liz put in a storming run after a slow start to score. She powered right around the field to make a big challenge into the third bend, with trap four runner Stripe Buddy – also up the inside – making her bid but having no answer to the burst of speed from Seagrave who came away to score by four lengths in a good 29 17. The second semi saw the joint favourite, Lord Messi, running from trap two, showing the better early pace to lead and exercising full control into the back. And while trap six runner Stoney's Peggy made eye-catching late headway, Messi was home and hosed by two and a half lengths in a time of 29.20. Owner Dermot Reid had a good Thursday night when recording a nice double. Firstly his Glenart Chief was sent off the even-money favourite in race four and while led down to the lower bends by trap five runner Auntie Phylis, Glenart made his move between the lower bends and came away to score by one and a half lengths from the latter in a time of 29.41. In race six, Reid's Elsiemazie also justified favouritism when, from a level break, he had enough early pace in his locker to get the lead at the opening bend. And while trap four runner Tip Top Bundee chased him hard all the way, Elsiemazie ran out a snug winner by four and a half lengths in a fast 28.93. The fastest time on the night came in the first race as trap three runner Karlow Blaze ran out a clear three lengths winner in a fast 28.71, recording his 14th career win in the process. August 4 results Race one, NRB Contracts Ltd. A5 semi-final: 1, Seagrave Liz (owner, John Bolger, Enniscorthy), 29 .17; 2, Stripe Buddy, four lengths. Race two, second semi-final: 1, Lord Messi (owner, Tommy Woods, Enniscorthy), 29.20; 2, Stoney's Peggy, two and a half lengths. Race three: 1, Malbay Dolly (owner, Willie Doyle, Enniscorthy), 29.84; 2, Stoney's Shane, two and a half lengths. Race four: 1, Lord Sydney (owner, Tommy Woods, Enniscorthy), 29.65; 2, Connors Kobe, six lengths. Race five, the July Unraced Stake final: 1, Tassie Ted (owner, George Roche, Barntown), 28.90; 2, Betgoodwin Ben, a head. Race seven: 1, Moyne Maestro (owner, Jordan O'Brien-Murphy, Enniscorthy), 29.49; 2, Piercestown Áine, one and a half lengths. Race eight: 1, Kiloughrim Jet (owner, Damien Fitzgerald; trainer, Davy Morris, Enniscorthy), 29.11; 2, Whisper Aodhán, one and a half lengths. Race nine: 1, Stripe Blueboy (owner, Ned Freeman, Kilkenny), 20.04; 2, Almost Bonnie, two and a half lengths. August 7 results Race one: 1, Karlow Blaze (owners, The JMH Syndicate, Enniscorthy), 28.71; 2, Ballinabola Pixi, three lengths. Race two: 1, Fairly Light (owner, Margaret Stafford, Ballymitty), 29.19; 2, Blackburn Blaze, ten lengths. Race three: 1, Anthony's Way (owner, Wayne McGrath, Enniscorthy), 29.88; 2, Bono Champ, one length. Race four: 1, Glenart Chief (owner, Dermot Reid, Enniscorthy), 29.41; 2, Aunty Phylis, one and a half lengths. Race five: 1, Stripe Jimboy (owner, Ned Freeman, Co. Kilkenny), 29.25; 2, Milltownsherlock, one and a half lengths. Race six: 1, Elsiemazie (owner, Dermot Reid, Enniscorthy), 28.93; 2, Tip Top Bundee, four and a half lengths. Race seven: 1, Flomur Faye (owner, Patrick Murphy, Enniscorthy), 29.30; 2, Tomahurra Street, two and a half lengths. Race eight: 1, Karlow Jacksey (owner, Henry Kelly, Co. Carlow), 28.77; 2, Metric Strike, five lengths.
Edmonton Journal
03-07-2025
- Sport
- Edmonton Journal
Top-ranked U.S. women cruise to win over Canada in soccer friendly
Article content The American women were coming off back-to-back 4-0 wins over No. 25 Ireland. Article content U.S. coach Emma Hayes made 10 changes to the team that beat Ireland Sunday, essentially reverting to the same starting lineup as in the first Ireland match last Thursday. Forward Lynn Biyendolo was the only holdover. Article content Article content Canada went into Wednesday's contest with a 4-53-9 all-time record against the U.S. in a rivalry that dates back to 1986 when the Canadian women's program was established. The Canadians have not won on American soil since Nov. 11, 2000. Article content In their most recent meeting, last April at the SheBelieves Cup in Columbus, Ohio, the two teams played to a 2-2 draw before the U.S. won a penalty shootout 5-4. The Americans also won by penalty shootout in the game before that, the CONCACAF W Gold Cup semifinal in March 2024. Article content Article content Canada's last win over the U.S. was a 1-0 decision in the Tokyo Olympic semifinal in August 2021. That was the Americans' first loss to their northern neighbours since March 2001, in the group stage of the Algarve Cup. Article content It was 29 C, feeling like 32 C at kickoff for the clash of the last two Olympic champions. Article content The U.S. came out with purpose and Biyendolo, put behind the Canadian defence in the sixth minute, failed to find the target with an attempted chip. Two minutes later, Canada's defence was cut open again with Sheridan stopping Biyendolo's header. Article content After going down 1-0, Canada threatened for the first time in the 20th minute only to see U.S. goalkeeper Claudia Dickey, in just her second senior appearance, deny Jordyn Huitema from in close. Article content Sheridan stopped Alyssa Thompson in the 23rd minute after another Canadian defensive breakdown. Article content Article content The U.S. had 63% possession in the first half and outshot Canada 8-5 (6-2 in shots on target). Article content Early in the second half, the Americans queued up to take a shot on the Canadian goal, winning ball after ball. Article content Stoney sent on Nichelle Prince and Shelina Zadorsky in the 62nd minute. Simi Awujo, Holly Ward, Marie Levasseur and Annabelle Chukwu followed off the Canadian bench. Article content Biyendolo hit the crossbar in the 80th minute as the Canadian defence was found wanting again. Article content Appointed in January, Stoney saw her record with Canada fall to 6-2-1. The lone previous loss was a 1-0 setback April 8 at the hands of No. 32 Argentina in Langford, B.C. — 'a game we should never lose,' said Stoney. Article content
Hamilton Spectator
01-07-2025
- Sport
- Hamilton Spectator
Canadian women step up in class in taking on top-ranked U.S. in Washington, D.C.
After struggling to corral No. 43 Costa Rica before pouring in four late goals in a 4-1 win, Canada steps up in class Wednesday when it faces the top-ranked U.S. in Washington, D.C. Eighth-ranked Canada is 4-53-9 all-time against the U.S. in a rivalry that dates back to 1986 when the Canadian women's program was established. The Canadians have not won on American soil since Nov. 11, 2000. 'It's a good test for us. But it's one I think we should be looking forward to,' Canada coach Casey Stoney, a former England captain, told a news conference Tuesday. 'There'll be no fear in our dressing room. We're going to go out there and have a go.' In their most recent meeting, last April at the SheBelieves Cup in Columbus, Ohio, the two teams played to a 2-2 draw before the U.S. won a penalty shootout 5-4. The Americans also won by penalty shootout in the game before that, the CONCACAF W Gold Cup semifinal in March 2024. Canada's last win over the U.S. was a 1-0 decision in the Tokyo Olympic semifinal in August 2021. That was the Americans' first loss to their northern neighbours since March 2001, in the group stage of the Algarve Cup. Friday's win over Costa Rica improved Stoney's record at the helm to 6-1-1 with the lone loss a 1-0 setback April 8 at the hands of No. 32 Argentina in Langford, B.C. — 'a game we should never lose,' said Stoney. Stoney says Wednesday's contest should show 'what grit and determination and resilience and belief we've got.' 'We're playing against the world No. 1. We know the rivalry is there. It's been there for many years. And we want to have a go. I think we're coming here to see what we're made of. Also for me to analyze how much work there is to do, the areas we need to improve and our key strengths that we keep developing.' Emma Hayes' record as U.S. coach is 20-2-2 since her debut on the sidelines in June 2024, with 2-1 losses earlier this year to No. 4 Brazil and No. 7 Japan. The American women are coming off back-to-back 4-0 wins over No. 25 Ireland, with the second win Sunday counting as the team's 600th in the 40th year of the U.S. women's program. Hayes fielded completely different lineups in the two wins over Ireland with captain Lynn Biyendolo the only player with more than 10 caps in the second game. The 10 other starters — including two debutantes in midfielder Sam Meza and left back Izzy Rodriguez and two teenagers in 19-year-old Olivia Moultrie and 18-year-old Jordyn Bugg — averaged just 4.1 caps per player. Stoney and Hayes, a fellow Brit, have history. 'I played obviously against Emma as a player, coached against her (Hayes with Chelsea) at Manchester United, albeit we had very different budgets back then,' said Stoney. 'And now I'm really looking forward to playing against her team. I think she's done a great job here in the U.S. 'Success in such a short space of time is a testament to her as a coach and as a leader and what she's done in the game. So a huge amount of respect for Emma and what she's achieved. But it will about what we do as Canada (on Wednesday).' Canada is missing the injured Kadeisha Buchanan, Sydney Collins, Cloé Lacasse, Jayde Riviere, Olivia Smith and Lysianne Proulx. The game against the U.S., a meeting of the last two Olympic champions, is dubbed the Allstate Continental Clásico. The Continental Clásico is an annual event that has seen U.S. Soccer hosting a top-tier opponent from North, Central or South America. The previous two Clásico matches featured the U.S. men's team. 'I feel the rivalry. I feel the intensity of the game,' Stoney said. 'But we just play the game. We don't need to play the occasion. We're playing against a good team. We're going to have to be very good on our day to win, which we can be. But yes, there's definitely an edge to this game for sure.' The forecast for Wednesday evening at Audi Field calls for 27 C and the chance of a shower. —- This report by The Canadian Press was first published July 1, 2025.
Winnipeg Free Press
01-07-2025
- Sport
- Winnipeg Free Press
Canadian women step up in class in taking on top-ranked U.S. in Washington, D.C.
After struggling to corral No. 43 Costa Rica before pouring in four late goals in a 4-1 win, Canada steps up in class Wednesday when it faces the top-ranked U.S. in Washington, D.C. Eighth-ranked Canada is 4-53-9 all-time against the U.S. in a rivalry that dates back to 1986 when the Canadian women's program was established. The Canadians have not won on American soil since Nov. 11, 2000. 'It's a good test for us. But it's one I think we should be looking forward to,' Canada coach Casey Stoney, a former England captain, told a news conference Tuesday. 'There'll be no fear in our dressing room. We're going to go out there and have a go.' In their most recent meeting, last April at the SheBelieves Cup in Columbus, Ohio, the two teams played to a 2-2 draw before the U.S. won a penalty shootout 5-4. The Americans also won by penalty shootout in the game before that, the CONCACAF W Gold Cup semifinal in March 2024. Canada's last win over the U.S. was a 1-0 decision in the Tokyo Olympic semifinal in August 2021. That was the Americans' first loss to their northern neighbours since March 2001, in the group stage of the Algarve Cup. Friday's win over Costa Rica improved Stoney's record at the helm to 6-1-1 with the lone loss a 1-0 setback April 8 at the hands of No. 32 Argentina in Langford, B.C. — 'a game we should never lose,' said Stoney. Stoney says Wednesday's contest should show 'what grit and determination and resilience and belief we've got.' 'We're playing against the world No. 1. We know the rivalry is there. It's been there for many years. And we want to have a go. I think we're coming here to see what we're made of. Also for me to analyze how much work there is to do, the areas we need to improve and our key strengths that we keep developing.' Emma Hayes' record as U.S. coach is 20-2-2 since her debut on the sidelines in June 2024, with 2-1 losses earlier this year to No. 4 Brazil and No. 7 Japan. The American women are coming off back-to-back 4-0 wins over No. 25 Ireland, with the second win Sunday counting as the team's 600th in the 40th year of the U.S. women's program. Hayes fielded completely different lineups in the two wins over Ireland with captain Lynn Biyendolo the only player with more than 10 caps in the second game. The 10 other starters — including two debutantes in midfielder Sam Meza and left back Izzy Rodriguez and two teenagers in 19-year-old Olivia Moultrie and 18-year-old Jordyn Bugg — averaged just 4.1 caps per player. Stoney and Hayes, a fellow Brit, have history. 'I played obviously against Emma as a player, coached against her (Hayes with Chelsea) at Manchester United, albeit we had very different budgets back then,' said Stoney. 'And now I'm really looking forward to playing against her team. I think she's done a great job here in the U.S. 'Success in such a short space of time is a testament to her as a coach and as a leader and what she's done in the game. So a huge amount of respect for Emma and what she's achieved. But it will about what we do as Canada (on Wednesday).' Canada is missing the injured Kadeisha Buchanan, Sydney Collins, Cloé Lacasse, Jayde Riviere, Olivia Smith and Lysianne Proulx. The game against the U.S., a meeting of the last two Olympic champions, is dubbed the Allstate Continental Clásico. Winnipeg Jets Game Days On Winnipeg Jets game days, hockey writers Mike McIntyre and Ken Wiebe send news, notes and quotes from the morning skate, as well as injury updates and lineup decisions. Arrives a few hours prior to puck drop. The Continental Clásico is an annual event that has seen U.S. Soccer hosting a top-tier opponent from North, Central or South America. The previous two Clásico matches featured the U.S. men's team. 'I feel the rivalry. I feel the intensity of the game,' Stoney said. 'But we just play the game. We don't need to play the occasion. We're playing against a good team. We're going to have to be very good on our day to win, which we can be. But yes, there's definitely an edge to this game for sure.' The forecast for Wednesday evening at Audi Field calls for 27 C and the chance of a shower. — This report by The Canadian Press was first published July 1, 2025.
Winnipeg Free Press
26-06-2025
- Sport
- Winnipeg Free Press
While a date with top-ranked U.S. looms, Canada not looking past No. 43 Costa Rica
TORONTO – With a date with the top-ranked United States looming Wednesday in Washington, D.C., the Canadian women take to the field Friday in Toronto against Costa Rica. At No. 43, the Central Americans are ranked 35 places below Canada. But Canada coach Casey Stoney is wary of what awaits at BMO Field. 'I think it's an opponent we can't take for granted,' the former England captain said after training Thursday. 'They got a nil-nil draw against the U.S. last summer.' 'There will be absolutely no complacency,' she added with emphasis. 'We don't allow for that. We go into every game to try to compete to win. And that will be the same Friday and that will be the same next week.' Stoney expects to face a heavy Costa Rican defensive presence that will be hard to break down. 'We should expect to dominate the ball, but with the ball, we have to make sure we're very good on transition,' she said. 'I think it's an improvement we need to do from the last camp. I thought we got caught out a few times there. 'It's about how we can look at relationships on the pitch, how we can create overloads in certain areas and try and break them down. And then it's about a bit of creativity and individual brilliance, when you're trying to beat a (defensive) block as well. There's been some really positive stuff this week in training and I'm really looking forward to seeing how that plays out (Friday).' Canada has won all 17 previous meetings with Costa Rica, outscoring the Central Americans 53-6. But they needed a 104th-minute goal to win 1-0 the last time they met, in March 2024 in the quarterfinals of the CONCACAF W Gold Cup in Los Angeles. Canada had blanked Costa Rica 3-0 in the group stage at the tournament. Canada has called in Canadian under-20 goalkeeper Noelle Henning to replace Lysianne Proulx, who has had to withdraw due to a shoulder injury. Proulx has returned to Italy's Juventus to continue rehabilitation. Friday's game is a special 'Pride Celebration' match, the third in as many years for the Canadian women who will wear a special kit featuring Pride-themed numbers. For veteran defender Vanessa Gilles, it's just the right thing to do. 'It's something that just feels right for us,' said Gilles, now with Bayern Munich. 'Whenever we can, as players and as a team, we try to make people feel comfortable and accepted as they can (be) — and as loved as they can (be) — no matter race, colour, whatever it may be. 'We're very welcoming. As a country, those are the values we try to exude. And as a team we try to live by that. So to be able to be at home for Pride Night as well is huge. I hope a lot of people come and feel the love as well.' Canada Soccer reported Thursday that tickets sales were approaching 10,000 with a bump in sales expected in the final 24 hours. Coming off a pair of wins over No. 50 Haiti, the Canadian women are 5-1-1 under Stoney, whose first games in charge were at the Pinatar Cup in Spain in February. The lone loss was a 1-0 setback at the hands of No. 32 Argentina in April in Langford, B.C. The Canadians had defeated the South Americans 3-0 four days earlier in Vancouver. Costa Rica failed to advance out of the group stage at the 2023 World Cup, losing to No. 2 Spain (3-0), No. 7 Japan (2-0) and No. 65 Zambia (3-1). Canada, under then-coach Bev Priestman, also failed to reach the knockout round after drawing No. 36 Nigeria 0-0, beating No. 25 Ireland 2-1 and losing 4-0 to No 15 Australia, the tournament co-host. Thursdays Keep up to date on sports with Mike McIntyre's weekly newsletter. Costa Rica went 0-2-1 in its only other trip to the World Cup, in 2015 in Canada. The current Canadian roster features two Northern Super League players in Emma Regan (AFC Toronto) and Holly Ward (Vancouver Rise FC). Eight other NSL players are also on international duty during the FIFA window, with Jamaica, Nigeria, the Philippines, Poland, Portugal, South Korea and Ukraine. Unavailable for Canada due to injury are defenders Kadeisha Buchanan, Sydney Collins and Jayde Riviere, and forwards Olivia Smith and Cloé Lacasse. Buchanan is in town, however, and was working out with a trainer during the Canada practice Thursday. — This report by The Canadian Press was first published June 26, 2025.
