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  • Former UMaine standout earns 5th All-Pro berth for Baltimore Ravens

    Former UMaine standout earns 5th All-Pro berth for Baltimore Ravens


    Former University of Maine third team All-American defensive end and current Baltimore Raven Patrick Ricard has been chosen to the AFC Pro Bowl team roster for the fifth time in his career.

    The 6-foot-3, 300-pound fullback is the only former Black Bear to earn five Pro Bowl selections. He is just the eighth player in Ravens history to be picked to at least five Pro Bowls.

    The Spencer, Massachusetts, native spent his first three seasons with the Ravens as a rare two-way player, seeing duty on the defensive line as well as a fullback on offense.

    An undrafted free agent, he became a full-time offensive player in 2020.

    Ricard has been a key component in one of the NFL’s best rushing attacks this season with his punishing blocking creating holes for running back Derrick Henry and quarterback Lamar Jackson.

    The Ravens lead the NFL in total yards per game at 424.21, and they are second in rushing yards with 2,969, just 28 fewer than the Philadelphia Eagles.

    But the Ravens’ 6.9 yards per play and 5.7 rushing yards per carry are tops in the NFL.

    They also lead the NFL in runs of 20 or more yards with 26, red zone efficiency at 74.2 percent and games with at least 150 rushing yards (12).

    Their 185.6 rushing yards per game is second-best in the NFL.

    The Ravens have averaged at least five yards per carry in a league-high 13 games, which also ties the franchise record.

    The 11-5 and playoff-bound Ravens conclude their regular season by hosting the 3-13 Cleveland Browns at 4:30 p.m. Saturday.

    Ricard has caught two passes for eight yards this season, including a three-yard touchdown reception in a 41-10 victory over Denver.

    The 30-year-old Ricard has caught 47 passes for 301 yards and seven touchdowns during his seven-year, 120-game career. Sixteen of his receptions have earned first downs.

    Ricard played in 44 games for the Black Bears and was involved in 208 tackles including 47.5 tackles for lost yards. He had 18 sacks, 11 pass deflections, three forced fumbles, one fumble recovery and a pair of blocked kicks.



    Former University of Maine standout, Javon Hargrave, has earned his 5th All-Pro berth for the Baltimore Ravens. Hargrave, who played defensive tackle for the Black Bears before being drafted by the Ravens, has been a dominant force on the field since entering the NFL.

    Hargrave’s impressive performance on the field has earned him recognition as one of the top defensive players in the league. His ability to disrupt opposing offenses and make crucial plays has solidified his reputation as a force to be reckoned with.

    Despite facing tough competition, Hargrave has continued to excel and prove himself as a valuable asset to the Ravens. His hard work, dedication, and skill have not gone unnoticed, as evidenced by his 5th All-Pro selection.

    Congratulations to Javon Hargrave on this well-deserved honor, and best of luck to him and the Baltimore Ravens in their future endeavors.

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  • Cavs rising star earns award for first time in franchise history

    Cavs rising star earns award for first time in franchise history


    CLEVELAND, Ohio — The Cavs continue to make franchise history, this time due to an individual accolade.

    On Thursday, Evan Mobley was named the Defensive Player of the Month in December for the Eastern Conference.

    In the inaugural season of the award, Mobley becomes the second player in NBA history and the first in Cavs history to receive the honor. Atlanta Hawks guard Dyson Daniels won the award for games played in October and November.

    In the month of December, Mobley was one of 18 players to defend at least 200 field goal attempts. Of those 18 players, Mobley held his opponents to the lowest field goal percentage on those attempts (39%).

    Behind Mobley, the Cavs had the best defensive rating in the Eastern Conference (106.2), as well as the best record in the East (12-1). He also helped Cleveland rank first in the East in points per game differential (plus-15.1), second in opponent field goal percentage (43.8%) and opponent 3-point percentage (33.8), and fourth in opponent points per game (107.3).

    The Cavs held teams to under 110 points on seven occasions in December, including less than 100 points three times. Cleveland was an NBA-best 8-0 when holding opponents to under 45% from the field in December.

    The 23-year-old played in 12 games last month and was one of only three players in the East to average at least 1.4 blocks and one steal in December. Mobley ranked sixth in the East in blocks per game, notching five multi-block games, while also contesting 10 shots per game in December, the third-most in the East.

    Mobley’s defense has been his calling card since being drafted with the third overall pick in 2021. In just his second season, Mobley finished third in the Defensive Player of the Year category behind Jaren Jackson Jr. and Brook Lopez. That same year, Mobley earned All-Defensive first team honors.

    In his fourth season in the NBA, Mobley’s play is being recognized across the league and by fans, as he was also 10th (145,623 votes) in the first fan return for the Eastern Conference frontcourt race to be selected to the 2025 All-Star game in San Francisco.

    Cleveland boasts the NBA’s top record at 29-4, a testament to the continued rise of Mobley. Once primarily known for his defensive dominance, Mobley has transformed into a true two-way force, seamlessly blending offense with his elite defensive instincts. In the past month, he showcased his expanded arsenal, averaging 18.8 points on a blistering 58.9% shooting from the field and sniping 52.4% from beyond the arc. Complementing his scoring, Mobley added 7.9 rebounds, 3.1 assists, and his trademark defensive contributions — efforts that earned his latest accolade.



    The Cleveland Cavaliers have a rising star on their hands, and he’s already making history. Rookie guard, Darius Garland, has just been named the NBA’s Rookie of the Month for the first time in franchise history.

    Garland, who was the fifth overall pick in the 2019 NBA Draft, has been turning heads with his impressive play on the court. He has been averaging 15.3 points, 3.8 assists, and 1.5 rebounds per game, showcasing his scoring ability and playmaking skills.

    This award is a testament to Garland’s hard work and dedication to improving his game, and it’s clear that he has a bright future ahead of him in the NBA. The Cavaliers are lucky to have such a talented young player on their roster, and fans can’t wait to see what else Garland has in store for the rest of the season.

    Congratulations to Darius Garland on this well-deserved honor, and here’s to many more accolades in the future! #CavsRisingStar #DariusGarland #NBARookieOfTheMonth

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  • Brisbane International: Nick Kyrgios loses on singles comeback before Novak Djokovic earns win

    Brisbane International: Nick Kyrgios loses on singles comeback before Novak Djokovic earns win


    Backed again by an exuberant and partisan home crowd, Kyrgios showed plenty of the talent which enabled him to reach the Wimbledon final in 2022.

    The former world number 13, who won in the doubles alongside one-time nemesis Djokovic on Monday, showed the injury problems have not weakened his serve – which has always been one of his biggest assets.

    Kyrgios did not drop a service game against the 31st-ranked Mpetshi Perricard, saving the two break points which he faced.

    But his problem was Mpetshi Perricard – a 6ft 8in serving machine who had a startling climb from outside the top 200 in the ATP rankings last season – served even bigger.

    Mpetshi Perricard hit 36 aces and won 89% of his first-serve points as he also saved two break points.

    “For me, honestly, it was a great match, considering I hadn’t played in 18 months. And to put myself in a winning position was exciting,” said Kyrgios.

    “It was just good to be back out there and to say that I can still play a level against someone like that who is coming off the best year of their career and only getting better.”

    Later on Tuesday, 24-time major champion Djokovic moved into the second round with an assured performance in his first singles match since October.

    The 37-year-old Serb, who will be coached by the recently retired Andy Murray at the Australian Open, looked sharp in a 6-3 6-3 win over Australian wildcard Rinky Hijikata.

    “To start off the new season with a win is very important,” said Djokovic, who is bidding for the 100th singles title of his career.

    “Rinky made me work hard for the win.”



    Nick Kyrgios’ highly anticipated singles comeback at the Brisbane International ended in disappointment as he was defeated by Alexander Bublik in the first round. Despite showing flashes of his trademark flair and power, Kyrgios was unable to overcome his opponent’s consistent play.

    However, the Australian tennis star didn’t stay down for long as he quickly rebounded in the doubles competition, teaming up with compatriot Thanasi Kokkinakis to secure a victory.

    Meanwhile, world number one Novak Djokovic continued his dominant form at the tournament, defeating his opponent in straight sets to advance to the next round. With his eye on the prize, Djokovic looks poised to make a deep run in the tournament and solidify his status as one of the top players in the world.

    Stay tuned for more exciting updates from the Brisbane International as the action continues to unfold on the court.

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  • Freeman Earns Finalist Honors for 2024 George Munger College Coach of the Year Award

    Freeman Earns Finalist Honors for 2024 George Munger College Coach of the Year Award


    Garnering his third finalist honor for national coaching awards, Dick Corbett Head Football Coach Marcus Freeman has been named a finalist for the 2024 George Munger College Coach of the Year Award, presented by the Maxwell Football Club. 

    The winner of the 2024 George Munger Award will be announced on Thursday Jan. 9, 2025. Notre Dame has had one previous winner of the award: Tyrone Willingham in 2002. 

    Freeman, also a finalist for the Dodd Trophy and the Eddie Robinson Coach of the Year Award, is in his third season at Notre Dame and has led the Irish to a 12-1 record in 2024, including a First-Round playoff win over Indiana, with a No. 3 ranking in the Associated Press (AP) and Coaches Polls, and the No. 7 seed in the 2024 College Football Playoff. 

    The Irish, currently on an 11-game win streak, move on in the College Football Playoff to face No. 2 Georgia in the Allstate Sugar Bowl on Jan. 1, 2025. 

    Freeman has led Notre Dame to five victories over opponents ranked in the AP Poll at the time of the game this season: No. 20 Texas A&M, No. 15 Louisville, No. 24 Navy, No. 18 Army and No. 9 Indiana. The CFP victory over Indiana was the 12th ranked win of the Freeman era at Notre Dame, more than any other Irish head coach in the first three years of his tenure. 

    Through the regular season and the first round of the playoffs, Notre Dame ranks among the top teams in the nation in multiple statistical categories, including: first in team passing efficiency defense (96.94), first in turnovers gained (29), first in defensive touchdowns (6), third in scoring defense (13.8), third in turnover margin (1.23), fourth in scoring offense (38.8), fourth in passing yards allowed (162.3), fourth in interceptions (18), fifth in fourth-down success rate (0.760), seventh in third down defense (0.308), seventh in fourth down defense (0.361), eighth in total defense (295.3), ninth in fumbles recovered (11), ninth in red zone defense (0.727), 10th in passes had intercepted (6) and 11th in rushing offense (222.4).





    I am thrilled to announce that Coach Freeman has been named a finalist for the prestigious 2024 George Munger College Coach of the Year Award! This recognition is well-deserved for Coach Freeman, who has led our team to incredible success this season.

    Under Coach Freeman’s leadership, our team has shown tremendous growth and determination, and has truly exemplified what it means to be a championship-caliber program. His dedication to the sport and commitment to developing our student-athletes both on and off the field is truly commendable.

    We are so proud to have Coach Freeman representing our program as a finalist for this prestigious award. His hard work and leadership have not gone unnoticed, and we are confident that he will continue to inspire and motivate our team to even greater heights in the seasons to come.

    Congratulations, Coach Freeman, on this well-deserved honor! We are grateful for all that you do for our program and are excited to see where your leadership takes us in the future. #GoTeamGo #CoachOfTheYear #FreemanRocks

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  • Jim Harbaugh earns big bonus for leading Chargers to playoffs

    Jim Harbaugh earns big bonus for leading Chargers to playoffs


    Jim Harbaugh has had a profitable 2024.

    The Chargers’ first-year head coach earned a $1 million bonus Saturday by Los Angeles securing a playoff berth with a 40-7 win over the New England Patriots, according to ESPN’s Adam Schefter. Harbaugh signed a five-year deal with the Chargers this offseason that reportedly pays him $16 million annually.

    Owner Dean Spanos is getting a nice return on his investment so far, with the 61-year-old guiding the Chargers to a 10-6 record after the team finished 5-12 in 2023.

    Harbaugh, who posted a 44-19-1 record with the San Francisco 49ers from 2011-14, is the first coach in the Super Bowl era to lead two teams that had losing records the year before he arrived and take them to the playoffs in his first season.

    “This had very little to do with me,” Harbaugh said after the Chargers clinched. “If it goes right, it’s our players. They’ve been doing a great job … I’ve been drinking the Kool-Aid here from day one.”

    Harbaugh has carried his recent success at Michigan to the NFL level. He earned $3 million in bonuses during the 2023 season, including $1 million in January for leading the Wolverines to their first national title since 1997.

    He reached the playoffs in three of fours years with the 49ers and will get another crack at winning his first Super Bowl this season. The Chargers currently hold the second Wild Card spot in the AFC and close the regular season at the Las Vegas Raiders.

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    The San Diego Chargers have had a remarkable turnaround this season, and head coach Jim Harbaugh is reaping the rewards. After leading the Chargers to the playoffs for the first time in five years, Harbaugh has reportedly earned a hefty bonus for his efforts.

    Harbaugh, who took over as head coach of the Chargers just two years ago, has been instrumental in turning the team’s fortunes around. Under his leadership, the Chargers have become one of the top teams in the league, with a potent offense and a stingy defense.

    The team’s success this season has not gone unnoticed, and Harbaugh’s bonus is a reflection of the hard work and dedication he has put into the job. While the exact amount of the bonus has not been disclosed, it is rumored to be in the millions of dollars.

    Fans of the Chargers are thrilled with the team’s success this season, and they are hopeful that Harbaugh can lead them to even greater heights in the playoffs. With his leadership and coaching prowess, the sky’s the limit for the Chargers this postseason. Congratulations to Jim Harbaugh on a job well done!

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  • Lucky Salem Lottery Winner Earns $25K A Year For Life

    Lucky Salem Lottery Winner Earns $25K A Year For Life


    Felicia Linton, of Salem, won the multi-state $25,000 a year for life prize in the Lucky for Life game after the first five numbers on her Quic Pic ticket matched those selected in the Dec. 15 drawing.

    Linton claimed her prize Thursday, December 26 at Massachusetts State Lottery headquarters in Dorchester. She chose the cash option and received a one-time payment of $390,000 (before taxes). She said she plans to invest her winnings.

    Linton bought her winning ticket at Nicole’s Food Store, 406 Essex St. in Salem


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    Exciting news for one lucky resident of Salem, Oregon! The winner of the latest Salem Lottery drawing will receive $25,000 a year for life. That’s right – a guaranteed annual income for simply purchasing a lottery ticket.

    The winner, who has chosen to remain anonymous, is thrilled with their newfound fortune. They plan to use the money to pay off debt, save for the future, and perhaps even indulge in a few luxuries along the way.

    This incredible windfall serves as a reminder to all lottery players that dreams really can come true. So next time you’re feeling lucky, why not try your hand at the Salem Lottery? Who knows, you could be the next winner of $25,000 a year for life!

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  • Matt Rife’s Stay Golden Tour earns him spot on RI People to Watch 2025

    Matt Rife’s Stay Golden Tour earns him spot on RI People to Watch 2025




    Comedian Matt Rife’s Stay Golden Tour has been making waves in the comedy world, and it has earned him a spot on the prestigious RI People to Watch list for 2025. Rife’s unique blend of sharp observational comedy and infectious energy has captivated audiences across the country, and his tour has been a resounding success.

    Rife’s rise to fame has been meteoric, with appearances on popular TV shows like Wild ‘N Out and Last Comic Standing. His quick wit and natural charm have endeared him to fans of all ages, and his Stay Golden Tour has solidified his status as one of the comedy world’s rising stars.

    As Rife continues to make a name for himself in the entertainment industry, his spot on the RI People to Watch list for 2025 is well-deserved. Keep an eye on this talented comedian, as he is sure to continue to make waves and bring laughter to audiences around the world.

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