Detroit Shock announce contract extensions for Nolan, Smith, PiersonAUBURN HILLS, Mich. — The Detroit Shock say they’ve signed contract extensions with Deanna Nolan, Katie Smith and Plenette Pierson. Seattle Storm sign coach Brian Agler to 2-year contract extensionSEATTLE — Just before the start of the WNBA playoffs, the Seattle Storm have signed coach Brian Agler to a two-year contract extension. Williams looks for closure, says she’d like to give line judge ‘a big ol’ hug’NEW YORK — Her doubles championship brought some closure Monday to what has been an awkward, tumultuous U.S. Open for Serena Williams. Something to scream about: Serena returns and rolls to doubles title at US OpenNEW YORK — Not much for Serena Williams to get worked up about this time. Serena Williams apologizes in 2nd statement after US Open outburstNEW YORK — Serena Williams apologized Monday for what she called her “inappropriate outburst” during her semifinal loss to Kim Clijsters at the U.S. Open. Kim Clijsters moves into top 20 in women’s rankings after winning US Open in comebackLONDON — Kim Clijsters moved into the top 20 in the women’s rankings Monday, one day after winning the U.S. Open in her comeback. Powell has 27 points, 12 boards and sets Monarchs’ season scoring mark in 88-66 win over LynxSACRAMENTO, Calif. — Nicole Powell had 27 points and set Sacramento’s single-season scoring record as the Monarchs cruised to an 88-66 victory over the Minnesota Lynx on Sunday night in the season finale for both teams. ‘It was a threatening manner’: Williams fined $10,000 for tirade; new investigation openedNEW YORK — Serena Williams’ profanity-laced, finger-pointing tirade at a U.S. Open linesperson drew a $10,000 fine Sunday, and more punishment could follow from a broader investigation into what the head of the tournament called her “threatening manner.” Kim Clijsters wins US Open in 3rd tournament back after more than 2 years of retirementNEW YORK — Kim Clijsters made history Sunday night, capping a comeback from two years out of tennis to become the first unseeded woman to win the U.S. Open — and the first mom to win a major since 1980 — with a 7-5, 6-3 victory over No. 9 Caroline Wozniacki. 1 truly magic moment: Federer 1 win away from sixth straight at US OpenNEW YORK — And for his next act … Roger Federer punctuated his latest U.S. Open victory Sunday with a shot he called, quite simply, the greatest of his life: a between-the-legs, back-to-the-net, cross-court winner from the baseline. Serena Williams fined $10,000 for tirade at end of US Open semifinalNEW YORK — Serena Williams was fined $10,000 Sunday for a profanity-laced tirade directed at a U.S. Open line judge, and an investigation is under way to determine whether there should be additional punishment. One truly magic moment: Federer one win away from sixth straight at OpenNEW YORK — And for his next act … ‘Sesame Street’ conflict forces Atlanta Dream out of home arena for WNBA playoff gameATLANTA — The Atlanta Dream will be forced out of their home arena for the first round of the WNBA playoffs because of “Sesame Street.” Fever’s Catchings, Moore get hurt in meaningless finale, 95-85 loss to SunUNCASVILLE, Conn. — Kerri Gardin had 23 points, eight rebounds and five assists to help the Connecticut Sun beat an injury-prone Indiana Fever team 95-85 Sunday. US Open fines Serena Williams $10,000 for tirade toward line judge at end of semifinalNEW YORK — The U.S. Open has fined Serena Williams $10,000 for her tirade directed at a line judge at the end of a semifinal loss to Kim Clijsters. Carson scores 17 points, Jackson adds 12 as Liberty close season with 86-65 win over MysticsNEW YORK — Essence Carson scored 17 points, Tiffany Jackson added 12 and the New York Liberty closed their disappointing season with an 86-65 victory over the playoff-bound Washington Mystics on Sunday. Parker’s 24 points, 14 boards lead Sparks past Mercury 81-78PHOENIX — Candace Parker scored 24 points, grabbed 14 rebounds and blocked three shots to lead the Los Angeles Sparks past the Phoenix Mercury 81-78 Sunday in the regular-season finale for both playoff-bound teams. Great Dane: Caroline Wozniacki defeats Yanina Wickmayer to make US Open finalNEW YORK — Caroline Wozniacki warmed up a couple times, read a book and talked to her friends and family as she waited for her U.S. Open semifinal to start Saturday. She even managed to take a nap. Ohno earns trip to third Olympics; Celski, Garcia hurt in crashes at short track nationalsMARQUETTE, Mich. — Get out the fake soul patches and bandannas. Apolo Anton Ohno is going back to the Olympics. Johnson’s 16, Burse’s 15 lead Storm past Silver Stars 64-55SAN ANTONIO — Shannon Johnson scored 16 points and Janell Burse added 15 to lead the Seattle Storm to a 64-55 win over the San Antonio Silver Stars on Saturday night. Zellous scores 20 as Shock eliminate Sky from playoff pictureCHICAGO — Shavonte Zellous scored 20 points and Deanna Nolan added 19 to lead the Detroit Shock to an 80-69 win over Chicago on Saturday night, eliminating the Sky from playoff contention. Harding’s 25 points lead Mystics past Dream with 82-64 victoryWASHINGTON — Lindsey Harding scored 25 points and the Washington Mystics kept their playoff hopes alive with an 82-64 victory over the Atlanta Dream on Saturday night. Ohno wins 500 meters; Celski, Garcia hurt in crashes at short track nationalsMARQUETTE, Mich. — Apolo Anton Ohno earned a narrow victory in the 500 meters and made a daring pass to win the 1,000 meters at the U.S. short track national championships Saturday night, when crashes sent two skaters to the hospital. Stanford’s play improves as she learns to handle mother’s illnessROGERS, Ark. — Angela Stanford needed some time to adjust to her family’s new challenge. After her mother was diagnosed with breast cancer, she struggled on the course in July and early August. Song-Hee Kim leads Angela Stanford by 2 strokes at LPGA event in NW ArkansasROGERS, Ark. — Song-Hee Kim finished with a 3-under 68 Saturday for a two-shot lead over Angela Stanford at the P&G Beauty NW Arkansas Championship. Nadal finally finishes rain-delayed win to reach US Open semis; no decision on roofNEW YORK — Rafael Nadal has no way of knowing how his aching stomach muscles will feel when he plays in the U.S. Open semifinals. Gay beats Powell in 100 at World Athletics Final in Greece; Isinbayeva wins pole vaultTHESSALONIKI, Greece — Tyson Gay beat Asafa Powell in the 100 meters at the World Athletics Final on Saturday, finishing in 9.88 seconds in his last major race of the season. Play resumes, Nadal rolls: Spaniard routs Gonzalez after day of rain to reach US Open semisNEW YORK — After a day of waiting around, Rafael Nadal finally got back on the court. About half an hour later, he was still looking for some action. South African officials meet on Semenya case; runner not attending South African raceJOHANNESBURG — South African sports officials met Saturday to decide how best to help a world champion runner whose sex has been questioned — and how to respond to the circus created by alleged leaks from the international track and field body. DeSouza’s double-double helps Dream clinch playoff berth with 88-64 drubbing of SunATLANTA — Erika DeSouza had 15 points and 15 rebounds to help the Atlanta Dream clinch a playoff berth with a 88-64 win over the Connecticut Sun on Friday night. All play postponed by rain Friday at US Open; singles finals pushed backNEW YORK — Serena Williams handed out lollipops as she walked through a tunnel at Arthur Ashe Stadium. Rafael Nadal peered outside at the blankets of rain while he strolled through a hallway outside the players’ cafeteria. Kim Clijsters chatted with friends to pass the time. Women’s matches at US Open postponed because of steady rain; semifinals reset for SaturdayNEW YORK — A steady rain has forced the U.S. Open to postpone the women’s singles semifinals. With rain falling, Kim Clijsters, Serena Williams, Rafael Nadal play waiting game at US OpenNEW YORK — Kim Clijsters sat perched on the arm of a couch in the players lounge Friday, talking to friends. Jordan reaches new heights with Hall of Fame enshrinementSPRINGFIELD, Mass. — From the coach who cut him to the players who disrespected him, Michael Jordan never forgot a slight. Usain Bolt loses to 5-year-old tot, but still favorite in 200 at World Athletics FinalTHESSALONIKI, Greece — Usain Bolt lined up for a race against a 5-year-old boy — and lost. |
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