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U.S. basketball star Griner's lawyer tells Russian court her 9-year term is excessive, seeks acquittal

A lawyer for U.S. WNBA basketball star Brittney Griner on Tuesday told judges hearing her appeal that her nine-year jail sentence for possession and smuggling of drugs in the form of a vape cartridge was excessive, and asked the court to acquit her.

Reuters

Prosecutor in Griner case tells Russian appeal court her 9-year term is fair

U.S. WNBA basketball star Brittney Griner on Tuesday heard the Russian state prosecutor in her appeal hearing tell the judges that her nine-year jail sentence for possession and smuggling of drugs was "fair".

Reuters

Plymouth City Patriots to remain at Pavilions as new venue talks continue

The basketball club said negotiations for a move to a permanent new home would not be concluded in time for this season

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Russian court rejects US basketball star Brittney Griner’s appeal over jail sentence

She was convicted and jailed on August 4 on charges of possessing and smuggling drugs

Evening Standard

Russian court hears appeal by Griner against 9-year sentence

A Russian court has started hearing American basketball star Brittney Griner’s appeal against her nine-year prison sentence for drug possession

The Independent UK

U.S. basketball star Griner's 9-year drug sentence upheld in Russia

A Russian court on Tuesday dismissed U.S. WNBA basketball star Brittney Griner's appeal against a nine-year sentence for possessing and smuggling vape cartridges containing cannabis oil, paving the way for her to be sent to a penal colony, in a court case that Washington has called "sham."

Reuters

What happened to WNBA star Brittney Griner and why is she detained in Russia?

The basketball star has been detained in Moscow for five months and counting

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Pushing the envelope for inclusion

When Carla Grant Pickens joined IBM over two decades ago, she was a new mum in search of a job in her late 20s. She knew the US multinational technology company had long been at the forefront of promoting diversity and inclusion, which it still values to this day.

Bangkok Post

Brittney Griner will appeal her prison sentence in Russia on Tuesday

"Brittney does not expect any miracles to happen but hopes that the appeal court will hear the arguments of the defense and reduce the term," her lawyers said in a statement.

WEKU

Caledonia Gladiators set for Lanarkshire town in move away from Glasgow's Emirates Arena

Formerly Glasgow Rocks, the club are understoof to have earmarked a venue in East Kilbride

Daily Record

Duke basketball coach Jon Scheyer adds first 2024 commitment. Could another be close?

DURHAM, N.C. — Duke basketball added its first player to its 2024 recruiting class, and made strides toward adding another over the weekend.

Tribune News Service

After Coach K’s retirement from Duke, the ACC, and college basketball, seek new voice

On the day before what turned out to be the final game of his 47-year head-coaching career, Mike Krzyzewski wanted to make something clear. His thoughts shifted from the task at hand, and his Duke team’s challenge of playing against North Carolina in the Final Four, to the state of…

Tribune News Service

'Drastic remedy': Cop accused of indecently assaulting colleague has case terminated

The South Australia Police officer had been charged with indecently assaulting a colleague while they were in Canberra for a basketball tournament.

The Canberra Times

Kim Kardashian celebrates 42nd birthday by watching daughter North's basketball game

Kim Kardashian's daughter has been spotted exiting her basket ball game with a knee bandage as controversy surrounding her rapper dad Kayne West continues as he's dropped from Balenciaga

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Sevilla captain Ivan Rakitic believes European NBA talent is 'surprising' American fans

Sevilla captain and former Barcelona star Ivan Rakitic spoke to Mirror Sport about his love for the NBA, Drazen Petrovic, Luka Doncic and the basketball culture of Croatia and Spain

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To honor Pat Summitt, Tennessee football is wearing blue vs. UT Martin

Why are the Vols wearing blue?

USA Today Sports Media Group

16-year-old French girls basketball player Dominique Malonga goes viral dunking

With Victor Wembanyama and Dominique Malonga, there's something in the French water.

USA Today Sports Media Group

Ohio State basketball 2022-2023 roster

A look at this year's Ohio State Buckeyes basketball roster for the 2022-2023 season. #GoBucks

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UK men’s basketball team playing Blue-White game at University of Pikeville

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SEC basketball media days: Where is Georgia projected to finish?

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Sports Illustrated

SI’s SEC Men’s Basketball Preseason Rankings

Kentucky and more are seeking redemption after early exits in March.

Tribune News Service

How ‘Breakfast Club’ helped UNC backcourt develop into one of best in college basketball

There were times watching Caleb Love and R.J. Davis as freshmen in North Carolina’s backcourt where it was hard to envision things working out. The pair contained a similar skill set and neither was what basketball people would call a pure point guard.

Tribune News Service

After tumultuous offseason of change, Maryland women’s basketball embracing challenges ahead: ‘No one is afraid’

COLLEGE PARK, Md. — Brenda Frese said a slogan for this year’s Maryland women’s basketball team will be revealed at a later date. Judging by comments from Thursday’s media day, defiance could be a theme.

Tribune News Service

After open-heart surgery, UK’s Tionna Herron begins the journey back to basketball

As the University of Kentucky class of 2026 spent its first month on campus, Tionna Herron could only watch her college classmates via a Snapchat story.

Daily Mirror

Pioneering basketball agent on fighting for her dream career: 'I'm super proud'

EXCLUSIVE: Sonia Randev, a British sports agent with a South Asian heritage, spoke to Mirror Sport about her success in a male-dominated industry and needing greater opportunities for women in sports

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