Author: Sule Peter Shedrack

Lessons for election season from the Camino de Santiago The last few months in our electoral politics have been chaotic. Between the attempts to assassinate former President Donald Trump, President Joe Biden’s withdrawal from the presidential race, Vice President Kamala Harris becoming the new Democratic candidate, and the energy of the Republican and Democratic National Conventions, it is clear that we are living in a time of great societal shifts. Across our faith traditions, we have many names for such times of great opportunity. Among Christians, we often call them “Kairos” moments. Kairos can show up in myriad ways, and…

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Paige Bueckers, JuJu Watkins Headline 2024-25 AP Women’s Preseason All-America Team. The Associated Press announced its preseason All-America team ahead of the 2024-25 women’s basketball campaign, with UConn’s Paige Bueckers and USC’s JuJu Watkins headlining the group. The pair were unanimous choices by the 30-person voting panel, per the AP’s Doug Feinberg. Notre Dame’s Hannah Hidalgo, Texas’ Madison Booker and USC’s Kiki Iriafen rounded out the first team. Feinberg noted this is the first year the AP All-America squad has three sophomores. In her first season back after suffering a torn ACL, Bueckers averaged 22.2 points, 5.2 rebounds, 2.8 assists…

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JuJu Watkins reacts to Devin Booker rocking “USC Edition Book 1” sneakers in Suns’ season opener vs. Clippers USC Trojans star JuJu Watkins appears to be a fan of Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker’s new sneakers. Booker debuted the Nike Book 1 “USC Trojans” PE sneakers during the Phoenix Suns’ season opener against the LA Clippers on Wednesday. The PE kicks honor USC with their classic red and gold colors, paying tribute to the university’s rich sports history. They also featured the USC logo on the heel along with “BOOK” and “Chapter One” displayed in varsity-style lettering on the tongue…

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Discover the Greatest Myrtle Beach Vacation: Enjoyable for All… With a wide range of entertainment activities suitable for all ages, Myrtle Beach is a top holiday spot. Myrtle Beach offers something for everyone, whether you’re a family seeking enjoyment, a couple seeking romance, or a group of friends seeking adventure. Begin your days on the stunning sandy beaches, where you can enjoy water sports like jet skiing and parasailing, construct sandcastles, or just soak up the sun. With breathtaking sunrises that create a charming backdrop, the beach is also ideal for leisurely strolls. The entertainment scene comes to life as…

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Lydia Ko tee times, live stream, TV coverage | BMW Ladies Championship, October 17-20 Lydia Ko is coming off a championship run at the Kroger Queen City Championship presented by P&G, and she’ll attempt to follow up that championship performance at the 2024 BMW Ladies Championship at Seowon Valley Country Club in Gyeonggi-do, KOR from October 17-20. Ko has three wins, and an average finish of 16th, in her 18 events during the past year (including eight top 10s). Keep reading for all the information you need to know about Ko before the the 2024 BMW Ladies Championship, including how…

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Lydia Ko headline star-studded field at The Annika, where military and first responders get in free World No. 1 Nelly Korda, a two-time champion at The Annika driven by Gainbridge at Pelican, has committed to playing in the upcoming event alongside defending champion Lilia Vu, currently ranked second, and Lydia Ko, the hottest player in the world. Recent champions Ruoning Yin and Hannah Green, who’ve both won multiple events in 2024, round out the top 5 players coming to the Pelican Golf Club in Belleair, Florida. The LPGA’s penultimate event of the season will take place Nov. 11-17, and the…

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Stephen Curry and Buddy Hield, the Warriors’ new-look backcourt, get to work. Tonight in Portland, the Portland Trail Blazers were trounced by the Golden State Warriors 139-104.Buddy Hield contributed a team-high 22 points to go with 5 rebounds and 5 three pointers, with Andrew Wiggins of the Warriors adding an additional 20 points (8-15 FG, 4-7 3P) and 20 points in the game. Stephen Curry totaled 17 points, 10 assists, and 9 rebounds in three quarters of play. Scoot Henderson finished with a team-high 22 points along with 4 rebounds for the Trail Blazers in the losing effort. The Warriors…

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This small change to Lydia Ko’s setup led to big wins in 2024 and a place in the LPGA Hall of Fame Lydia Ko hit 17 greens and didn’t miss a fairway in an opening 5-under 67 at the 2024 BMW Ladies Championship in her native South Korea. The 27-year-old carded yet another bogey-free round, her 135th dating back to the 2014 season, which is 51 more than anyone else in that span. Ko’s recent surge in form – she hasn’t finished outside the top 10 in her last six starts worldwide, including three victories – can be credited at…

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Where Will Lydia Ko Play Next, After BMW Ladies Championship Defeat? Three victories and a gold medal! Yes, that is exactly what Lydia Ko has garnered this season over the year. Even so, her golf game wasn’t enough to rake in a victory at the recently ended BMW Ladies Championship, unfortunately. But no worries, the 2024 LPGA Tour calendar isn’t over yet. Meaning? Well, there are four more tournaments left until the CME Group Tour Championship. However, where would we be able to spot the New Zealand pro among these events? To find out the answer to that question, we…

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