Yilret Yiljep was told he could never play basketball again due to a heart issue. But four years later, he’s back on the court for American University.
Author: Tom Schad, USA TODAY
Patriots receiver Josh Gordon says he is stepping away from football again to focus on mental health
Patriots receiver Josh Gordon, who has a history of off-field issues, announced he was stepping away form football to focus on his mental health.
Ranking 10 story lines that defined year in sports, from ‘Philly Special’ to LeBron James
We ranked 10 story lines that defined the year in sports, from LeBron James joining the Lakers to Tiger Woods, Serena Williams, Urban Meyer and more.
Bill Fralic, former No. 2 pick in NFL draft and four-time Pro Bowl offensive lineman, dies at 56
Bill Fralic, the No. 2 pick in the 1985 NFL draft and a four-time Pro Bowler, passed away Thursday after a fight with cancer. He was 56.
‘A true tragedy’: University of Richmond football player Augustus ‘Gus’ Lee dies
Richmond DB Augustus ‘Gus’ Lee died Tuesday. “His loss is a true tragedy to those who knew and loved him,” coach Russ Huesman said in a statement.
Reuben Foster’s accuser: Redskins signing linebacker a ‘slap in the face’
The ex-girlfriend of Redskins linebacker Reuben Foster spoke publicly for the first time Thursday about the incident that led to Foster’s arrest.
Celtics guard Kyrie Irving apologizes for saying ‘(expletive) Thanksgiving’
Boston Celtics guard Kyrie Irving apologized for saying “(expletive) Thanksgiving” after Wednesday’s loss to the New York Knicks.
Body of missing 49ers fan found in pond north of Levi’s Stadium
Authorities had been looking for Ian Powers since he went missing Nov. 12, when he went to 49ers game. His body was found in pond near Levi’s Stadium.
Reporter and TV personality Kate Fagan to leave ESPN after seven years
Kate Fagan, a reporter and television personality at ESPN, will leave the network after seven years.
Canadian curling team kicked out of tournament for being ‘extremely drunk’
Ryan Fry, a 2014 Olympic gold medalist, and his three teammates were kicked out of a curling tournament for being “extremely drunk,” per a report.