WGCL - Sports

McCoughtry, Dream looking for return to finals

Zach Irwin — Wed, 22 May 2013 21:46:00 EDT

A season of controversy left the Atlanta Dream eager to embrace stability and a return to the WNBA finals.

Georgia Tech tops Florida State 4-3 in ACC tourney

Zach Irwin — Wed, 22 May 2013 21:44:00 EDT

A.J. Murray and Mott Hyde hit back-to-back homers in the top of the ninth inning to help reigning champion Georgia Tech beat Florida State 4-3 on Wednesday in pool play at the Atlantic Coast Conference tournament.

Gattis grand slam leads Braves past Twins 8-3

Zach Irwin — Wed, 22 May 2013 20:10:00 EDT

Evan Gattis kept up an amazing rookie season with his first grand slam, B.J. Upton and Ramiro Pena also homered, and the Atlanta Braves finished off a sweep of the woeful Minnesota Twins 8-3 Wednesday.

UGA baseball coach Perno steps down after 12 years

Zach Irwin — Tue, 21 May 2013 18:44:00 EDT

Georgia baseball coach David Perno has resigned after a 12-year tenure that included three trips to the College World Series but fell on hard times in recent seasons.

Falcons were approved for $200M for construction of multi-purpose stadium

Jennifer Banks — Tue, 21 May 2013 11:33:00 EDT

NFL team owners voted on Tuesday to approve $200M for NFL G-4 stadium financing for construction of a new multi-purpose stadium in Atlanta.

Braves rally with 4-run 8th to sweep Dodgers

Zach Irwin — Sun, 19 May 2013 20:14:00 EDT

Ramiro Pena had a tiebreaking sacrifice fly in a four-run eighth inning, Jordan Schafer drove in two runs and the Atlanta Braves rallied against the Los Angeles Dodgers' beleaguered bullpen for a 5-2 victory on a rain-soaked Sunday.

Gattis, Simmons hit HRs as Braves top Dodgers 3-1

Zach Irwin — Sat, 18 May 2013 22:15:00 EDT

Evan Gattis and Andrelton Simmons hit consecutive homers off Kenley Jansen in the eighth inning, and the Atlanta Braves rallied to beat the Los Angeles Dodgers 3-1 on Saturday night.

Braves lose O'Flaherty with torn elbow ligament

Zach Irwin — Sat, 18 May 2013 21:07:00 EDT

Braves general manager Frank Wren says left-hander Eric O'Flaherty has a torn ulnar collateral ligament in his left elbow.

Braves auction game-worn jerseys online

David Ries — Thu, 16 May 2013 11:46:00 EDT

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Diamondbacks take two of three from Braves

Zach Irwin — Wed, 15 May 2013 20:20:00 EDT

Paul Goldschmidt hit three doubles, Eric Chavez drove in three runs and the Arizona Diamondbacks beat Tim Hudson and the Atlanta Braves 5-3 on Wednesday.

Auburn AD: Football, athletic program will rebound

Zach Irwin — Tue, 14 May 2013 18:23:00 EDT

Auburn athletic director Jay Jacobs is adamant that the football program and overall department will rebound from a rough year and that he'll be around to enjoy the resurgence.

SEC, Big 12 set up basketball matchups

Zach Irwin — Tue, 14 May 2013 18:21:00 EDT

The University of Georgia will not be one of the 14 teams from the Southeastern Conference to participate in the Big 12/SEC Challenge next season.

Justin Upton huge game in his return to Arizona

Zach Irwin — Tue, 14 May 2013 18:13:00 EDT

Justin Upton snapped a 14-game homerless drought and had four hits to help the Atlanta Braves rout the Diamondbacks 10-1 on Monday night in his return to Arizona.

Justin Upton returns to Arizona in Braves uniform

Zach Irwin — Mon, 13 May 2013 20:52:00 EDT

Justin Upton felt a little strange entering the visitors' clubhouse at Chase Field.

Hawks still considering their coaching options

Zach Irwin — Mon, 13 May 2013 19:55:00 EDT

More than a week after getting bounced from the NBA playoffs, the Atlanta Hawks are still trying to figure out who's going to coach them next season.

Giants hit 3 HRs to back Lincecum, beat Braves

Zach Irwin — Sun, 12 May 2013 20:40:00 EDT

Pablo Sandoval splashed a home run into McCovey Cove, Brandon Belt and Marco Scutaro also connected to back Tim Lincecum, and the San Francisco Giants beat the Atlanta Braves 5-1 on Sunday.

Gonzalez to miss 2 games for daughter's graduation

Zach Irwin — Thu, 9 May 2013 21:11:00 EDT

Fredi Gonzalez will miss Friday and Saturday's games against the San Francisco Giants to attend his daughter's graduation from Georgia Southern University.

Georgia Tech-Georgia Southern game moved to 2014

Zach Irwin — Wed, 8 May 2013 14:17:00 EDT

Georgia Tech's first game against Georgia Southern has been moved up one year to the 2014 season.

NCAA hoops semifinal games moving to cable in 2014

Zach Irwin — Tue, 7 May 2013 13:40:00 EDT

The Final Four's first two games are moving to cable next year.

Braves activate Catcher Brian McCann

Zach Irwin — Mon, 6 May 2013 17:32:00 EDT

The Atlanta Braves have activated catcher Brian McCann, a six-time All-Star who has been recovering from surgery to fix his throwing shoulder last October.

Postponed Braves vs. Mets game rescheduled

Kendra Mackey — Mon, 6 May 2013 15:42:00 EDT

The Atlanta Braves game that was postponed on Saturday, May 4th against the New York Mets has been rescheduled for Tuesday, June 18 at 1:10 p.m.

Freeman powers Braves past Niese, Mets 9-4

Zach Irwin — Sun, 5 May 2013 18:55:00 EDT

Freddie Freeman homered and drove in three runs, Tim Hudson pitched into the eighth inning and the Atlanta Braves beat the New York Mets 9-4 on Sunday.

Goodman brings long reach to Falcons' pass rush

Zach Irwin — Sat, 4 May 2013 20:14:00 EDT

The Atlanta Falcons are counting on Malliciah Goodman causing problems for quarterbacks with his long arms and strong hands.

Larry Drew still coach of the Hawks -- for now

Zach Irwin — Sat, 4 May 2013 20:12:00 EDT

One day after the Atlanta Hawks were bounced from the NBA playoffs, Larry Drew remains their coach.

NBA player tells 'Sports Illustrated': 'I'm gay'

Ian Forrest — Mon, 29 Apr 2013 12:36:00 EDT

Jason Collins, who has played for six NBA teams in his career, tells Sports Illustrated, "I'm black and I'm gay."

Rugged Johnson gives Hawks hope against Pacers

Zach Irwin — Sun, 28 Apr 2013 23:24:00 EDT

When Ivan Johnson is banging around in the lane and staring down opponents, the Atlanta Hawks are a different team.

Horford leads Hawks to 90-69 rout of Pacers

Zach Irwin — Sat, 27 Apr 2013 21:56:00 EDT

Al Horford had 26 points and 16 rebounds as the Atlanta Hawks turned things around dramatically in their playoff series against Indiana, blowing out the Pacers 90-69 in Game 3 Saturday night.

Tigers beat Braves again 7-4

Zach Irwin — Sat, 27 Apr 2013 16:16:00 EDT

Omar Infante and Jhonny Peralta both hit two-run homers, and Rick Porcello bounced back from a nightmarish start last weekend to pitch into the seventh inning, helping the Detroit Tigers to a 7-4 win over the Atlanta Braves on Saturday.

NFL Draft airs in prime time; expect the unexpected

Tom Ensey — Thu, 25 Apr 2013 07:03:00 EDT

The NFL Draft with all its drama and uncertainty airs live in prime time Thursday night. Luke Joeckel, Manti Te'o, SEC stars and borderline quarterbacks are among this year's mysteries.

Sanchez loses no-hit bid in 9th, Tigers beat Twins

Fri, 24 May 2013 22:08:00 EDT

Anibal Sanchez took a no-hitter into the ninth inning before Minnesota's Joe Mauer broke it up with a one-out single, and that was the only hit the Detroit right-hander allowed in the Tigers' 6-0 victory over the...

Zimmermann wins 8th; Nationals top Phillies 5-2

Fri, 24 May 2013 21:59:00 EDT

Jordan Zimmermann became the National League's first eight-game winner, and the Washington Nationals followed a calamitous road trip with a winning start to a homestand, beating the Philadelphia Phillies 5-2 on Friday...

Kuchar leads Colonial when 2nd round suspended

Fri, 24 May 2013 21:28:00 EDT

Matt Kuchar was hoping he would be able to finish his second round Friday night at Colonial. He ended up with the lead - and a very early wakeup call.

Bowie Young, Cavalleri tied in the Bahamas

Fri, 24 May 2013 20:58:00 EDT

Heather Bowie Young made five straight birdies while jumping from one side of the golf course to the other. Silvia Cavalleri was hitting the ball so well Friday she was sorry the Bahamas Classic was held on only 12 holes.

Cochran, Perry tied for lead in Senior PGA

Fri, 24 May 2013 20:48:00 EDT

Longtime Kentucky pals Russ Cochran and Kenny Perry have shared a massive gallery the first two rounds of the Senior PGA Championship. Now, they also share the lead.

Sanabia : I didn't know spitter was against rules

Fri, 24 May 2013 20:18:00 EDT

Miami Marlins pitcher Alex Sanabia said he didn't know it was illegal to spit directly onto a baseball.

Yankees' Teixeira to play in minors on Wednesday

Fri, 24 May 2013 18:58:00 EDT

Yankees first baseman Mark Teixeira expects to play in his first game since hurting his right wrist in early March, suiting up for a minor-league game with Double-A Trenton on Wednesday.

Bayern faces Dortmund in Champions League final

Fri, 24 May 2013 18:48:00 EDT

Bayern Munich is trying to downplay being the favorite.

NYC lawsuit alleging Favre sent racy texts settled

Fri, 24 May 2013 18:18:00 EDT

A lawsuit filed by two massage therapists who sued retired NFL quarterback Brett Favre over claims he sent racy text messages has been settled, a lawyer for the women said Friday.

McIlroy, Donald miss cut at BMW PGA Championship

Fri, 24 May 2013 18:18:00 EDT

Rory McIlory was one of five 2012 European Ryder Cup players to miss the cut Friday in the BMW PGA Championship, while Medinah teammate Francesco Molinari took the lead at cold and wet Wentworth.

LSU rallies for 3-2 win over Alabama in SEC

Fri, 24 May 2013 18:41:00 EDT

Tyler Moore and Ty Ross had run-scoring hits with two outs in the ninth to lead LSU to a 3-2 victory over Alabama Friday in a Southeastern Conference tournament elimination game.

This Hour: Latest Georgia sports:

Fri, 24 May 2013 03:32:00 EDT

Adam Frazier went 4 for 5 with an RBI and Mississippi State beat Texas A&M 6-4 Thursday night in the Southeastern Conference tournament.

Sports Minute: Here is the latest Georgia sports from The AP

Fri, 24 May 2013 03:32:00 EDT

Annie Park shot a 2-under 70 in windy conditions Thursday in Athens, Ga., to take the individual lead and help Southern California increase its lead to 17 strokes with one round left in the NCAA Women's Golf...

Frazier leads Mississippi State past Texas A&M 6-4

Fri, 24 May 2013 00:52:00 EDT

Adam Frazier went 4 for 5 with an RBI and Mississippi State beat Texas A&M 6-4 Thursday night in the Southeastern Conference tournament.

Zagunis HR in 9th leads Hokies past Seminoles

Thu, 23 May 2013 22:28:00 EDT

Mark Zagunis homered with one out in the bottom of the ninth inning to give Virginia Tech a 3-2 victory over Florida State in the Atlantic Coast Conference tournament Thursday.

Tar Heels beat Hurricanes 10-0 in ACC tournament

Thu, 23 May 2013 19:48:00 EDT

Kent Emanuel threw eight scoreless innings, while Cody Stubbs and Brian Holberton each drove in three runs to help North Carolina beat Miami 10-0 on Thursday in pool play of the Atlantic Coast Conference tournament.

Southern Cal increases lead in NCAA women's golf

Thu, 23 May 2013 19:12:00 EDT

Annie Park shot a 2-under 70 in windy conditions Thursday to take the individual lead and help Southern California increase its lead to 17 strokes with one round left in the NCAA Women's Golf Championships.

Chiefs sign fifth-round pick Sanders Commings

Thu, 23 May 2013 19:00:00 EDT

The Kansas City Chiefs have signed safety Sanders Commings, the fifth of their eight draft choices to agree to terms on a contract.

Braves' Gattis takes strange road to the majors

Thu, 23 May 2013 18:36:00 EDT

Evan Gattis took a long, strange road to the big leagues.

Gregor single lifts Vandy past South Carolina, 4-3

Thu, 23 May 2013 18:08:00 EDT

Conrad Gregor singled home the winning run in the bottom of the 10th inning to give Vanderbilt a 4-3 win over South Carolina Thursday in an elimination game of the Southeastern Conference tournament.