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Yahoo
4 days ago
- Sport
- Yahoo
Look Out For Alexis Joseph, A 2027 NHL Draft Prospect Whose Power Game Is MacKinnon-Esque
We are very, very early in thinking about the 2027 NHL draft, but if Canada's summer U-17 camp is any indicator, center Alexis Joseph is gonna be a problem for opponents from here on out.
Sunday World
6 days ago
- Sunday World
Warm tributes paid to young teenager who died in Cork road collision
The teenager who hailed from Skibbereen has been lovingly remembered as hardworking, kind and friendly. Warm tributes have been paid to a young teenager who died following a two-vehicle collision on Monday, July 21. The teenager who hailed from Skibbereen has been lovingly remembered as hardworking, kind and friendly. The local sports clubs also acknowledged his great strength and for possessing a fabulous left leg. The incident, involving a car and a truck, occurred between Ballinhassig and Innishannon on the N71 at approximately 7.15am last Monday morning. The driver of the car suffered critical injuries and was pronounced dead at the scene. The teenager who died in the collision has been named locally as 19-year-old Dovydas Palkis from Gortnaclohy Heights in Skibbereen. Posting on their social media page, Skibbereen AFC passed on their deepest condolences to extended family members of the teenager who played with the club for many years. 'Our thoughts and prayers are with his mother Stella and father Vidmantas, step father John and Vidmantas partner Agne, step sister Chloe and all of his family and friends. The club added that Dovydas was a really lovely young man with a fabulous left leg. 'He will be greatly missed by the club, his former coaches, teammates and the wider Skibbereen community. Ar dheis dé go raibh a anam.' O'Donovan Rossa GAA Club also extended their deepest condolences to the family of Dovydas Palkis on the heartbreaking news of his death. In a moving post on social media the club said they have wonderful members of Dovydas as a young boy playing Gaelic football with his friends. 'He played all the way up to U17 where he stepped away to concentrate on his Leaving Cert exams. He was a fantastic corner back with great strength and determination, who for such a quiet character was fearless on the pitch. 'He will be remembered by all who had the pleasure of playing or coaching him as a quiet, respectful young man who we will miss dearly. Rest in peace Dovydas,' the Skibbereen GAA club added. As a mark of respect to the family, Skibbereen Arts Festival have announced that the 90s-themed street party which was due to be held in the town on Friday, July 25 has been cancelled. They added that their thoughts and prayers are with the family at this terrible time. St Patrick's Boys' National School also paid a lovely tribute to Dovydas. 'When we think of Dovydas, the words respectful, hardworking, determined, kind, and friendly were spoken of him throughout his years in our school. All of our staff speak so fondly of Dovydas . It was a pleasure to have met him. Suaimhneas síoraí dá anam. Requiem Mass for Dovydas will take place on Friday, July 25 at 12 noon in St Patrick's Cathedral in Skibbereen, followed by cremation at the Island Crematorium, Ringaskiddy at 4pm. Gardaí are appealing to anyone who may have witnessed this collision to contact them. Any road users who may have camera footage, including dash-cam, and were travelling in the area between 7am and 7.30am are asked to make this footage available to investigating gardaí. Anyone with information is asked to contact Bandon Garda Station on (023) 8852200, the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111, or any garda station. Dovydas Palkis, who was tragically killed in a road accident. (Image: News in 90 Seconds - July 24th
Irish Independent
7 days ago
- Irish Independent
Warm tributes paid to teenager who died in Cork road collision
The teenager who hailed from Skibbereen has been lovingly remembered as hardworking, kind and friendly. The local sports clubs also acknowledged his great strength and for possessing a fabulous left leg. The incident, involving a car and a truck, occurred between Ballinhassig and Innishannon on the N71 at approximately 7.15am last Monday morning. The driver of the car suffered critical injuries and was pronounced dead at the scene. The teenager who died in the collision has been named locally as 19-year-old Dovydas Palkis from Gortnaclohy Heights in Skibbereen. Posting on their social media page, Skibbereen AFC passed on their deepest condolences to extended family members of the teenager who played with the club for many years. 'Our thoughts and prayers are with his mother Stella and father Vidmantas, step father John and Vidmantas partner Agne, step sister Chloe and all of his family and friends. The club added that Dovydas was a really lovely young man with a fabulous left leg. 'He will be greatly missed by the club, his former coaches, teammates and the wider Skibbereen community. Ar dheis dé go raibh a anam.' O'Donovan Rossa GAA Club also extended their deepest condolences to the family of Dovydas Palkis on the heartbreaking news of his death. In a moving post on social media the club said they have wonderful members of Dovydas as a young boy playing Gaelic football with his friends. 'He played all the way up to U17 where he stepped away to concentrate on his Leaving Cert exams. He was a fantastic corner back with great strength and determination, who for such a quiet character was fearless on the pitch. 'He will be remembered by all who had the pleasure of playing or coaching him as a quiet, respectful young man who we will miss dearly. Rest in peace Dovydas,' the Skibbereen GAA club added. As a mark of respect to the family, Skibbereen Arts Festival have announced that the 90s-themed street party which was due to be held in the town on Friday, July 25 has been cancelled. They added that their thoughts and prayers are with the family at this terrible time. St Patrick's Boys' National School also paid a lovely tribute to Dovydas. 'When we think of Dovydas, the words respectful, hardworking, determined, kind, and friendly were spoken of him throughout his years in our school. All of our staff speak so fondly of Dovydas . It was a pleasure to have met him. Suaimhneas síoraí dá anam. Requiem Mass for Dovydas will take place on Friday, July 25 at 12 noon in St Patrick's Cathedral in Skibbereen, followed by cremation at the Island Crematorium, Ringaskiddy at 4pm. Gardaí are appealing to anyone who may have witnessed this collision to contact them. Any road users who may have camera footage, including dash-cam, and were travelling in the area between 7am and 7.30am are asked to make this footage available to investigating gardaí. Anyone with information is asked to contact Bandon Garda Station on (023) 8852200, the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111, or any garda station.
Morocco World
23-07-2025
- Health
- Morocco World
Real Madrid Reconsiders Ouazane Transfer After Dutch Medical Clears Moroccan Teen
Real Madrid may reignite talks to sign Moroccan teenager Abdellah Ouazane after new medical tests contradicted earlier concerns that had stalled the deal. According to Dutch newspaper De Telegraaf , a full examination carried out at Amsterdam's University Medical Centre (UMC) found no health issues and deemed the 17-year-old 'fully fit for top-level sport'. The findings challenge the initial assessment from Madrid's medical team, which raised unspecified red flags and led to the transfer being put on hold at the last minute. Ouazane, one of Morocco's standout players at the last U17 Africa Cup of Nations, was on the brink of joining the Spanish giants when the move collapsed. While Ajax, his current club, has offered him a spot in the reserves for now, the fresh diagnosis could open new opportunities. Other European clubs are reportedly monitoring the situation. If Madrid is satisfied with the Dutch report, negotiations could resume. If not, Ouazane is unlikely to be short of offers. Tags: Abdellah OuazaneAjax AmsterdamReal Madrid
USA Today
20-07-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
Iowa basketball among programs on hand for dominant performance from top 2026 center
There wasn't much of an answer inside for 2026 C Arafan Diane tonight. 30 points in Iowa United's win at Augusta Live.@DianeArafan1 @TeamIowaUnited @iowaunitedprep As the college basketball recruiting grind continues throughout the summer months, Iowa basketball was among a lengthy list of high-profile programs in attendance to see 2026 four-star center Arafan Diane play for Iowa United Prep on Friday during his two games played in the MADE Hoops Augusta Live showcase in Georgia. The 7-foot-1, 260-pound native of Guinea in West Africa, has played the past year with Iowa United Prep in West Des Moines where he is listed as the No. 1 prospect in the state, the No. 1 center, and No. 15 overall recruit in the 2026 class, per 247Sports. Along with Iowa, the talented center currently holds offers from 19 other premier programs, including Purdue, Indiana, Connecticut, Kansas, Kentucky, Houston, Oregon, and Florida. In one of the Friday contests, Diane was downright unstoppable, scoring 30 points and grabbing 12 boards. Diane, who doesn't turn 18 until Nov. 19, previously played for the Dynastie Sports Institute in Montreal before joining Iowa United before the 2024-25 season. Diane also played for the West African country of Guinea's national team in the U17 2024 World Cup, where he averaged 19.1 points, 11.7 rebounds, 1.4 blocked shots and 1.4 assists through seven games, per FIBA basketball. During the tournament, Diane shot 33% from 3-point range, 55% from the field overall, and 74% from the free throw line. While Diane's skillset has attracted significant attention from some of the top programs nationwide, a potential commitment to the Hawkeyes from the big man would almost immediately catapult the program's expectations to heights long dreamed of by fans. The heavily-recruited in-state prospect has yet to schedule any official visits, but Diane will be a name that Hawkeye fans will want to keep an eye on. Contact/Follow us @HawkeyesWire on X and like our page on Facebook to follow ongoing coverage of Iowa news, notes, and opinions. Follow Scout on X: @SpringgateNews
