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The Bell Capital Cup continued Saturday with even more teams making their debut appearances. The U13 AA Karawanken Bears from Austria were on the ice at the Nepean Sportsplex early Saturday morning. The team also consists of players from Slovenia and Croatia. It was a full-day trip for the players and their parents, who came out in support, but for Skyler Furey, the trip isn't unfamiliar. Furey's parents were both born in Canada but now live in Austria where he also resides. While his parents were unable to make the trip to Ottawa, his grandfather, who lives in the city, was at the game supporting him. "It's nice to come back to Canada once in a while," Furey said. "We battled really good and it was a tough game." The Bears defeated the Cumberland Jr. Grads 5-3. A few hours later, the Greater Bay Tigers stepped onto the ice. The team consisting of players from Hong Kong, Southern China and Taiwan, got their first taste of action in the tournament. Most of the players arrived in the city days before the event due to travel times. Tigers owner Gregory Smyth says he cherishes being able to come back to Canada and see his team competing against the best. "It's an eye opener, to see how good the hockey is," Smyth said. "We're competitive too, and I think that's probably an eye opener for some of the local teams here as well because these kids can skate, shoot and pass. They did well today." Smyth says the team has enjoyed the festivities during the opening ceremonies at Hockey Fest and are treating the boys to a couple of World Junior games in the city, including Canada versus the United States on New Years Eve. More international teams also got underway today including many from the United States and the defending Division A champions from Slovenia, who played a friendly game in Rockland. The tournament runs until Dec. 31. Shopping Trends The Shopping Trends team is independent of the journalists at CTV News. 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Outdoors: Reichart’s lifetime achievement award highlights outdoors events of 2024MINNEAPOLIS — Most of the reporters had left. The locker room was mostly empty. And yet here they were, two veterans of the game, looking at each other and smiling. Harrison Smith stood at his locker. Stephon Gilmore sat next to him, still wearing his purple jersey. They entered the league together in 2012 and respected each other from afar. Now they were together, laughing about how badly their legs ached from all the running they’d just done. But also embracing a moment late in a season they both have described as special. Advertisement Their Minnesota Vikings had just defeated an exceptional Green Bay Packers team 27-25 to improve to 14-2 on the season. The fourteen wins mattered, but Sunday’s victory was bigger than that. Minnesota has one regular-season game remaining on the road against the Detroit Lions . If the Vikings win, they will secure the NFC North and the No. 1 seed. GO DEEPER Vikings edge Packers 27-25 for shot at NFC’s No. 1 seed: Takeaways That would be massive for a couple of reasons. The Vikings are 7-1 at home this season, and their roster is one of the oldest in the NFL . Secure a bye, and not only would they have a week to rest and prepare for their next opponent, but they would also get an opportunity to play inside this 66,000-seat boombox. It was here inside U.S. Bank Stadium on Sunday that the Vikings made it clear they are a force to be reckoned with. For weeks, if not months, people on the outside have refused to take this team seriously. It’s not that NFL analysts and pundits haven’t been impressed by what head coach Kevin O’Connell has done or quarterback Sam Darnold ’s marvelous season. On the contrary. It’s more that Minnesota, which began the season with a projected Vegas win total of 6 1/2 games, has mostly been categorized as an exceptional story, a wholesome team composed of likable players capable of elite celebrations . Some cited the Vikings’ record in one-score games (9-1), even though about 77 percent of NFL games are decided by one score or less. Others compared this Vikings season to the 2022 campaign in which the Vikings flamed out in the wild-card round, even though that Vikings team did not have a budding superstar in Jordan Addison or Brian Flores working wonders as the defensive coordinator. But these Vikings are still fun. The story remains phenomenal. While Minnesota certainly has weaknesses, Sunday stamped this team with a sense of undeniability. Advertisement “We’re laying it on the line every single week with everything we absolutely have,” O’Connell said postgame, “and the best part of it is all we need is all of what we are.” Buried within those words are so many of O’Connell’s messages to the team from the spring. That they were talented enough. That they didn’t need external validation. That they would maximize everything they had because he wouldn’t allow anything less. The players trusted those words and watched them come to life. The 5-0 start verified O’Connell’s conviction, and their response to two midseason losses to the Lions and Los Angeles Rams only deepened the credibility of O’Connell’s position. GO DEEPER NFL Week 17 takeaways: Are Vikings on the Lions', Eagles' level? Should Cowboys keep McCarthy? One of the primary reasons for the Vikings’ strength is the relationship between the coach and his players. O’Connell reiterated his belief by calling six passes in the Vikings’ final seven plays Sunday when some coaches might have run the ball into a loaded box to eat up time and force the opposing coach to use his timeouts. O’Connell viewed that approach as a game-losing proposition. He believed Darnold would take care of the ball, properly delineating between prosperity and disaster. So, with his defense reeling late in the fourth quarter, he dialed up three rollouts. Darnold dumped the first to fullback C.J. Ham , who galloped for a first down. Darnold threaded a pass to superstar receiver Justin Jefferson on the sideline, which set up the finale. Darnold then arced the ball above Packers edge rusher Kingsley Enagbare , and backup running back Cam Akers contorted his body to snag it inches from hitting the ground. The Vikings players were not surprised by O’Connell’s aggression so much as they were stoked. “You want a coach who has all the confidence in the world in his football team,” linebacker Blake Cashman said. CLUTCH catch by Cam Akers for the first down to seal it! 🔥 📺: #GBvsMIN on FOX 📱: https://t.co/waVpO909ge pic.twitter.com/tqo6bSZaSp — NFL (@NFL) December 30, 2024 Minnesota is also a window into what happens when you pair an elite play-calling head coach with a defensive coordinator who has the gall to do whatever it takes to win, even if whatever it takes sometimes backfires remarkably. Before Sunday, the Vikings had played man coverage on just 15.7 percent of their defensive snaps this season, according to TruMedia. Minnesota has mostly thrived by spinning the dial with different zone coverages and blitzes. Advertisement But early in the week, Flores told his charges Sunday’s approach would be different. He termed it a “mano a mano” affair. Prepare your hamstrings, Flores told the defensive backs. As for the edge rushers, Jonathan Greenard and Andrew Van Ginkel knew that sacks were secondary. Keeping Packers quarterback Jordan Love in the pocket and not letting him roll to his right were the priorities. Sunday would depend on whether or not the Vikings could handle those two objectives. The Minnesota defenders did not question Flores’ plan. “He watches the tape,” Gilmore said. “He knows what position to put us in. We’ve just got to make it work.” GO DEEPER Week 17 NFL playoff picture: Vikings win sets up clash with Lions for NFC No. 1 seed According to Next Gen Stats, the Vikings used man coverage on 47.1 percent of the Packers’ dropbacks Sunday, including 11 of 13 on third and fourth downs. Packers head coach Matt LaFleur admitted postgame that he did not expect man coverage early in the game and shouldered the blame for not adapting quickly enough. Green Bay had scored 30 points in five straight games, but on Sunday, the team’s wideouts failed to make plays and Love pogo-sticked anxiously in the pocket. But it’s not just the defense that makes Minnesota a formidable opponent. The Vikings are talented and consistent on offense, too. Selling out against Jefferson (who had eight catches for 92 yards) has become a trendy strategy, yet it is regularly rendered fruitless because of how dynamic Addison has become. On Sunday, the second-year man executed a hitch route, then twirled into a wheel route and beat Packers safety Javon Bullard for a touchdown. Darnold and Addison making it look easy 😮💨 TD @Vikings ! 📺: #GBvsMIN on FOX 📱: https://t.co/waVpO909ge pic.twitter.com/T2NQ7GQV0d — NFL (@NFL) December 29, 2024 And when the Packers’ coverage floated with Addison, receiver Jalen Nailor sprung free, easily separating from defenders to haul in vital passes. Tight end T.J. Hockenson ’s presence matters when the Vikings must convert the sticks, and running backs Aaron Jones and Akers are no slouches either. Those weapons are paired with a gritty offensive line and, maybe most importantly, a quarterback who’s operating the controls as well as anyone in the NFL. You would think the 33-of-43, 377-yard, three-touchdown stat line would tell the story, but not even that does justice to the degree of difficulty of some of Darnold’s anticipatory throws Sunday over the middle. Advertisement His teammates’ postgame reaction exemplifies Darnold’s role in all of this. While the former journeyman QB completed his media duties on the field, Greenard schemed up a plan: Everyone would grab a water bottle, and when Darnold walked in, they would douse him aggressively. At that moment, the players took the scene further, hoisting Darnold on their shoulders and chanting 50 Cent’s “Many Men.” Standing in the corner of the locker room, O’Connell watched and shook his head like a proud father. The Sam Darnold experience continues. pic.twitter.com/k5db9DYdtp — Alec Lewis (@alec_lewis) December 30, 2024 It was an amazing snapshot, the perfect image of a team that enjoys being together as much as it enjoys its accomplishments. Smith and Gilmore shared that this is the secret sauce. It’s a chemistry and camaraderie that has garnered plenty of positive attention — but now demands respect. (Photo of Sam Darnold and Cam Akers : Jeffrey Becker / Imagn Images)
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LONDON, Dec. 30, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- StealthCore, a company recognized for developing tools for game modifications, has officially ceased creating scripts for League of Legends. The decision stems from mounting difficulties in circumventing modern anti-cheat systems, particularly Riot Games' Vanguard. The StealthCore team outlined the increasing complexities introduced by current anti-cheat technologies. "Vanguard has fundamentally changed the landscape," a spokesperson stated. "Bypassing these measures now requires intricate modifications, such as adjusting BIOS configurations. Many users lack the technical expertise to handle these steps, and others face hardware limitations, especially on laptops. These challenges have created barriers that significantly impact both developers and users." Vanguard employs sophisticated techniques to prevent unauthorized modifications in gaming environments. Among these are hardware bans enforced through TPM chips, which make circumventing detection increasingly difficult. Even tools designed to evade such restrictions, like spoofers, have a short lifespan and are often rendered ineffective within days of deployment. Additionally, Vanguard's hardware bans, which typically last 120 days, serve as a strong deterrent to repeated infractions. The growing effectiveness of anti-cheat systems underscores the heightened focus on ensuring fair play in online gaming. Developers of modification tools are finding it increasingly difficult to keep pace with the advancements in detection and prevention technologies. As Vanguard continues to secure Windows platforms, some developers have turned their attention to macOS systems, where similar anti-cheat measures are not currently enforced. While this shift provides a potential alternative, its viability is limited. "The number of gamers using macOS for competitive play is minimal," the spokesperson explained. "Few players are likely to invest in a Mac solely for this purpose, making it an impractical solution for most users." Private cheat tools have also seen increased interest. These are typically distributed to a restricted group of users, often capped at 25 participants, to reduce the likelihood of detection. However, their exclusivity and high cost make them inaccessible to the broader gaming community. StealthCore highlighted deceptive practices within this space where public tools are falsely marketed as "private" at elevated prices. "Such claims mislead users," the representative added. "These tools are no safer than public options and often result in quick bans." The cumulative challenges associated with anti-cheat advancements have led to a significant decline in StealthCore's user base, which has reportedly dropped by 95%. In light of these developments, the company has opted to terminate its support for League of Legends scripts entirely. StealthCore's decision mirrors broader trends within the game modification community. As security technologies evolve, the feasibility of creating undetected tools has diminished, signaling a shift toward more secure gaming ecosystems. For players, this change reflects the growing emphasis on integrity and fairness in competitive gaming. The increasing sophistication of anti-cheat systems leaves little room for unauthorized modifications, reinforcing the importance of adhering to established rules. About StealthCore StealthCore has been a longstanding developer of tools for game modifications, recognized for its contributions to enhancing gameplay experiences. The company's decision to discontinue League of Legends scripts underscores its acknowledgment of the challenges posed by evolving security technologies and its alignment with the broader movement toward fair play in gaming. Media Contact Company Name: StealthCore Contact Person Name: Matthew Mason Email: admin@stealth-core.com Phone: +44 7882 152671 Address: 1 Clove Crescent, London, E14 Website: https://stealth-core.com/ Disclaimer: This content is provided by the StealthCore. The statements, views, and opinions expressed in this column are solely those of the content provider. The information shared in this press release is not a solicitation for investment, nor is it intended as investment, financial, or trading advice. It is strongly recommended that you conduct thorough research and consult with a professional financial advisor before making any investment or trading decisions. Please conduct your own research and invest at your own risk. © 2024 Benzinga.com. Benzinga does not provide investment advice. All rights reserved.
It's been nearly a decade since the final season of Downton Abbey graced our TV screens - so what is fan favorite star Sophie McShera up to now? The historical drama, set between 1912 and 1926, chronicles the lives of the Crawley family and their staff on the fictitious Yorkshire country estate of Downton Abbey. The ITV series was a massive hit with viewers and ran for six seasons. Its success led to two film adaptations , Downton Abbey in 2019 and Downton Abbey: A New Era in 2022. A third, yet-to-be-titled film is slated for release in 2025. Downton Abbey remains one of ITV's highest-rated and most beloved dramas. Even though it's been over ten years since new episodes were produced, fans can still catch reruns on ITV3 and stream the series on ITVX and Netflix . Downton Abbey 3 release date confirmed as cast say tearful goodbye to franchise Dame Maggie Smith dead: Harry Potter and Downton Abbey acting legend dies aged 89 The series boasted a star-studded cast, including Hugh Bonneville as Robert Crawley and Maggie Smith as Violet, Dowager Countess of Grantham. Bradford-born actress Sophie McShera portrayed Daisy Mason on the show, reports the Liverpool Echo . Daisy Mason served as a kitchen maid and assistant cook at Downton Abbey. Sophie McShera played Daisy throughout the series' six seasons. She also appeared in both films and is set to return in the upcoming third film. Before her debut on Downton Abbey in 2010, McShera had roles in Waterloo Road as Ros McCain and in Emmerdale as Danielle Hollywell. She also made appearances on the BBC soap Doctors and the TV series Survivors. Since the conclusion of Downton Abbey, the 39 year old actress has featured in a variety of films and television shows. McShera portrayed Drisella Tremaine in the 2015 film Cinderella, under the direction of Kenneth Branagh. She took on the role of Bryony in the British sitcom The Job Lot from 2013 to 2015. Her appearances also include Galavant, Inside No. 9 and The Queen's Gambit. Details about McShera's personal life and relationships remain largely unknown as the actress maintains no public social media presence. Click here to follow the Mirror US on Google News to stay up to date with all the latest news, sport and entertainment stories. All the latest news, showbiz, lifestyle and sports updates, brought to you by our dedicated American team. Follow the Mirror US News page on Facebook to make sure you're not missing out. DAILY NEWSLETTER: Sign up here to get the latest news and updates from the Mirror US straight to your inbox with our FREE newsletter.SPARTANBURG, S.C. (AP) — Jeremy Lorenz scored 20 points as Wofford beat Kentucky Christian 100-55 on Saturday. Lorenz shot 8 for 10 (2 for 4 from 3-point range) and 2 of 3 from the free-throw line for the Terriers (6-7). Dillon Bailey scored 16 points while going 5 of 13 from the floor, including 3 for 10 from 3-point range, and 3 for 3 from the line. Anthony Arrington, Jr. shot 4 of 10 from the field, including 2 for 7 from 3-point range, and went 2 for 3 from the line to finish with 12 points. D'Angelo Stoxstill led the Knights in scoring, finishing with 15 points and six rebounds. Kentucky Christian also got 12 points from Dejuan Johnson. LeMar Northington also had 12 points. Wofford hosts UNC Greensboro in its next matchup on Wednesday. The Associated Press created this story using technology provided by Data Skrive and data from Sportradar .
Libra - (23rd September to 22nd October) Weekly Horoscope Prediction says, Do not let challenges go unattended Ensure you meet the requirements of the lover and the office life will also be productive. Financial issues won’t affect the life. Health is also normal. This week, you will see interesting activities in the love life including a new proposal. Be confident about your professional skills. Both money and health will be at your side. Libra Love Horoscope This Week Do not let minor issues impact the flow of love in the relationship. Spare time for the partner and engage in activities that you both love. Plan a vacation to a hill station or to the beachside. Give surprise presents to strengthen the bonding. Always stay away from ego clashes, especially with someone whom you have recently met. Some long-term relationships may end up in a breakup this week. Married females may also prefer going the family way. Libra Career Horoscope This Week No major task will keep you busy but ensure you accomplish every assigned job. Keep all cards tight in business as risks may also happen when you are careless about investments. You may receive an appraisal this week. Some professionals may also see opportunities to relocate abroad. A freelancing opportunity can be a good option to display your talent and when such an option knocks you, pick it. Those who are not happy with the organization and its atmosphere can consider quitting it and updating their profile on a job website. Libra Money Horoscope This Week Do not let monetary issues impact your routine life. Minor hiccups may be there but you need to control the expenditure and overcome this crisis. Some Libras will succeed in resolving a monetary issue with a friend or sibling. Entrepreneurs may need to spend money on legal issues and be prepared for that. This week is also good to donate money to charity. Libra Health Horoscope This Week Be careful when you have breath-related issues. There can also be complications related to kidneys. Some seniors may complain about sleep disorders that will require medical attention. Give up smoking this week and also start the day with mild exercise or a walk. Spend more time with the family to keep the mind relaxed. Some females may develop viral fever or skin-related infections this week. Libra Sign Attributes Strength: Idealist, Socially presentable, Aesthetic, Charming, Artsy, Generous Weakness: Uncertain, Lazy, Non-interventionist Symbol: Scales Element: Air Body Part: Kidneys & Bladder Sign Ruler: Venus Lucky Day: Friday Lucky Color: Brown Lucky Number: 3 Lucky Stone: Diamond Libra Sign Compatibility Chart Natural affinity: Gemini, Leo, Sagittarius, Aquarius Good compatibility: Aries, Libra Fair compatibility: Taurus, Virgo, Scorpio, Pisces Less compatibility: Cancer, Capricorn By: Dr. J. N. Pandey Vedic Astrology & Vastu Expert Website: www.astrologerjnpandey.com E-mail: djnpandey@gmail.com Phone: 91-9811107060 (WhatsApp Only)National Assembly Likely to Pass 2025 Budget in Early February, Says SourceJaylon Johnson isn't interested in bright spots with the Bears' skid at 5 games
NoneFarmers blocked roads at many places across the state on Monday as part of their call, hamstringing the commuter traffic, reported news agency ANI. A call for a shutdown was given last week by Samyukta Kisan Morcha (Non-political) and Kisan Mazdoor Morcha over the Centre not accepting the demands of protesting farmers. The bandh will be observed from 7 am to 4 pm. Farmers observed a sit-in at Dhareri Jattan Toll Plaza which affected vehicular movement on the Patiala-Chandigarh , reported ANI. At Amritsar's Golden Gate, farmers started to assemble near the city's entry point while in Bathinda's Rampura Phul, they blocked roads. Farmer leader Sarwan Singh Pandher on Sunday said though there will be a complete bandh, emergency services will be allowed to operate. "The bandh will be observed from 7 am to 4 pm. However, emergency services will remain operational. Anyone travelling to the airport to catch a flight or anyone going to attend a job interview, or anyone needs to attend a wedding... all these things have been kept out of our bandh call," he said, reported ANI. Meanwhile, 70-year-old farmer leader hunger strike entered its 35th day on Monday. Dallewal has so far refused medical treatment. Hundreds of farmers have been protesting at the demanding a legal guarantee of a minimum support price (MSP) for crops. Dallewal had earlier said he would not break his fast until the government agreed to the farmers' demands. The apex court has given the Punjab government time till December 31 to persuade Dallewal to shift to a hospital, granting the state the liberty to seek logistical support from the Centre, if necessary, reported ANI. Farmers, under the banner of SKM (Non-Political) and Kisan Mazdoor Morcha, have been camping at the Shambhu and Khanauri border points between Punjab and Haryana since February 13, after their march to Delhi was stopped by security forces. A "jatha" (group) of 101 farmers attempted to march to Delhi on foot three times between December 6 and 14 but were stopped by security personnel from Haryana. Besides the MSP, farmers are also demanding a debt waiver, pension, no hike in electricity tariffs, withdrawal of police cases, and "justice" for the victims of the 2021 Lakhimpur Kheri violence.
The New York Jets have officially started the process of finding their next general manager and head coach. The Jets have retained The 33rd Team to assist in their searches to replace Joe Douglas and Robert Saleh. Former Jets general manager Mike Tannenbaum and former Vikings general manager Rick Spielman will lead the efforts. Jets are retaining The 33rd Team to support them on their upcoming general manager and head coaching searches. Former Jets general manager Mike Tannenbaum and Vikings general manager Rick Spielman will lead the project for the NFL Technology and Media company. The 33rd Team... pic.twitter.com/NfRwDt39cA The search will still be led by Jets owner Woody Johnson, while Tannenbaum and Spielman will vet candidates and coordinate interviews. The Jets did something similar to this back in 2015 when former general managers Charley Casserly and Ron Wolf consulted Johnson during the hires of Mike Maccagnan as general manager and Todd Bowles as head coach. Tannenbaum and Spielman should each bring something unique to the table this time around. Tannenbaum knows the Jets franchise and Johnson well, having worked for the team for 15 years, including a stint as the general manager from 2006-12. After his time with the Jets, Tannenbaum worked for the Dolphins and is currently an analyst for ESPN. Tannenbaum is also a founder of The 33rd Team , "a football think tank and media platform." Assisting in an NFL general manager or head-coaching search is a first for The 33rd Team, which just launched a Professional Services Offering . Spielman was the Dolphins general manager in 2004 and the Vikings general manager from 2012-21. Last offseason, Spielman served as an advisor to the Washington Commanders during their general manager and head-coaching search. Some interesting candidates have come to light. Just last week, The 33rd Team published a list of general manager candidates for the Jets on its website. It has since taken down the list , but the names included Lions assistant general manager Ray Agnew, Chiefs assistant general manager Mike Borgonzi, Colts assistant general manager Ed Dodds and Saints assistant general manager Jeff Ireland. Another candidate with connections to Tannenbaum, who has surfaced, is NFL Chief Football Administrative Officer Dawn Aponte. Aponte worked for the Jets from 1991-2005, she worked with Tannenbaum in Miami and she interviewed for the Chargers' general manager opening last offseason. One name with a lot of ties to the Jets GM search is NFL Chief Football Administrative Officer Dawn Aponte. She previously worked for NYJ, and she worked w/ Tannenbaum in Miami. Aponte interviewed for Chargers GM job and has been among top candidates to be the first female NFL GM While the Jets hiring their former general manager, who they fired over a decade ago, to find them a new general manager may seem odd, this seems like a good move by Johnson. Rather than making the decisions by himself, he is bringing in two former executives with experience and connections around the league to assist him in the search.RUBEN AMORIM gave Manchester United five out of ten for Sunday’s performance at Ipswich. The coach looked frustrated as the Red Devils struggled in the 1-1 draw — his first game in charge — against the Premier League new boys. Amorim delivered his verdict on the average display in the Portman Road dressing room, where he also revealed he was blown away by the intensity of the top flight. A source said: "Amorim said their performance was a five out of ten. "He was impressed with Ipswich and thought the game was played at an incredible intensity. "But he added that it showed just how much United need to improve." Former Sporting Lisbon boss Amorim, who replaced axed Erik ten Hag as boss this month, is realistic about the major task ahead of him. But he warned his players that they must improve and learn quickly. The Portuguese, 39, acknowledged that if 18th-placed Ipswich are one of the Prem’s lesser teams, then it showed the job he has on his hands to turn Man Utd 's fortunes around. He took his first training session last Monday , with the international break only halfway through. CASINO SPECIAL - BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERS The source added: "He was critical of one or two players for losing the ball and not being in the right positions. "But he also said, ‘Some of you I’ve had for two days, some two weeks’, so he was realistic. "He did say they were going to have to learn quickly." MANCHESTER UNITED began the Ruben Amorim era with a 1-1 draw away at Ipswich. Marcus Rashford needed just 81 seconds to put the Red Devils in front at Portman Road, tapping home an Amad Diallo cross. But Ipswich hit back when Omari Hutchinson's strike flew in via a deflection off Noussair Mazraoui. And it was the newly-promoted side who looked likelier to get a winner in the second half. Here is how SunSport's Charlie Wyett saw the performances of the Man Utd players... ANDRE ONANA - 7/10 United’s best player. Two key stops to deny Liam Delap but no chance for the deflected Omari Hutchinson goal. Then delivered an 87th minute save to keep out an effort from Conor Chaplin. NOUSSAIR MAZRAOUI - 5 Slotted in on the right of the three-man defence but unfortunate with the deflection for the goal. MATTHIJS DE LIGT - 5 Has been suspect this season and will probably be better suited to a back three although still given a tough time by Delap. JONNY EVANS - 5 The 36-year-old was targeted by Ipswich for his lack of pace and no surprise he was replaced. AMAD DIALLO - 6 Did incredibly well to bomb past Jens Cajuste and deliver the cross for Rashford’s early goal but offered little else. CHRISTIAN ERIKSEN - 5 Some nice touches going forward but too lightweight in this position in front of the back three. CASEMIRO - 4 Lucky to start ahead of Manuel Ugarte and was really poor. Struggled throughout before being subbed and could maybe have got a block to the Hutchinson shot. DIOGO DALOT - 5 Not suited to left wing-back although stayed there when Luke Shaw arrived because the English international replaced Evans in the back three. BRUNO FERNANDES - 5 Some of his link-up play was fine but United need a captain who can inspire this team and Fernandes is not the man. Sent a free-kick flashing past the post with 12 minutes left. ALEJANDRO GARNACHO - 5 Twice called over by Ruben Amorim in the first half for instructions. Denied by a decent save from Aro Muric 50 seconds into the second half. MARCUS RASHFORD - 6 Criticised for his basketball trip to New York so to score after 80 seconds was two fingers up at his critics - but did not offer much after that. Subs Ugarte (for Casemiro 56 mins) - 6 Shaw (for Evans 56 mins) - 6 Hojlund (for Rashford 67 mins) - 5 Zirkzee ( for Eriksen 67 mins) - 5 Mount (for Garnacho 87 mins) - 5
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There were many memorable outdoors-related events in 2024. In no particular order, hereis a look back at some of them. Bill Reichart presented with Mayfly Award Bill Reichart says his first ever “conservation project” was when he was 8 years old and agroup of locals tried to pump out the lower level at Auburn Desilting Dam in 1956 tosave the fish before they pumped the dredged material into the lower level when the damwas dredged. Since then he has spent his life dedicated to promoting clean water projects, including theworks of Schuylkill River Greenway and promoting efforts to improve the SchuylkillRiver Watershed. Some of his efforts that have had the most impact in our watershed are:Understanding, educating people on, and addressing water quality issues – especially inthe upper watershed; Leading the Porter Floodplain restoration project and associatedSchuylkill River Trail–Auburn Bridge connection that fills the gap in the SRT betweenBerks and Schuylkill counties; and The Schuylkill River Acts and Impacts YouthExpedition. This year Reichart was recognized for his lifelong work by the Pennsylvania AbandonedMine Reclamation when it presented the Schuylkill Headwaters Association presidentwith its annual Mayfly Award. A symbol of clean waters, the award is presented annuallyto someone who focuses on maintaining the health of local waterways. Anglers owe a debt of gratitude to Reichart being instrumental in getting a significantamount of fish habitat into Sweet Arrow Lake near Pine Grove. He got 100 porcupinecribs built and sunk, got many tons of rock installed by the Pennsylvania Fish and BoatCommission, had hundreds of posts for clusters installed and coordinated a mile of fishhabitat/stream bank improvements in Upper Little Swatara Creek. Martz’s Gap View Preserve recovers from Avian Flu outbreak to celebrate 70 years As the third-generation operator of Martz’s Gap View Hunting Preserve, Mike Martz hadbeen living the dream following in the footsteps of his grandfather and father. Unfortunately, that dream turned into the nightmare this year when Highly PathogenicAvian Influenza hit the business. HPAI was discovered in one of the pheasant pens at Martz’s, necessitating the ceasing ofall activities – including field hunts, Continental hunts and trap shooting. It was thehardest event to unfold on the third-generation farm, which caused the PennsylvaniaGame Commission to adjust its late-season pheasant stockings to help safeguard theagency’s pheasant program and better ensure it will continue next year in the 2024-25hunting seasons. Over the summer, however, Martz’s rebounded and opened for its 70th year of business inSeptember. It is now once again providing field hunts and Continental hunts, as well astrap events. Steve Smith appointed new Pennsylvania Game Commission executive director Steve Smith, who had served as deputy executive director since February, was appointedto his new role of executive director by the Board of Game Commissioners in executivesession. Smith replaced Bryan Burhans, who served as the agency’s executive directorsince 2017. Burhans resigned his position, which was accepted by the board. “This is a critical time for the Game Commission and the future of hunting, trapping andthe conservation of wildlife,” Smith said. “The work we do now will have lasting impactsfor the generations to come, and ensure they will enjoy the same opportunities we havefor centuries. It is an honor to serve in this capacity.” A Berks County native, Smith graduated magna cum laude from West Chester Universitywith a degree in Political Science. He then received a law degree from the Penn StateDickinson School of Law. Smith joined the agency in 2008, after several years ofpracticing law. Hunters Sharing the Harvest continues to set record donations For Hunters Sharing the Harvest executive director Randy Ferguson hunter donations ofdeer this fall and early winter has created good news with another record on the horizonto the extent money is needed to pay processors for their role in the record-breakingnonprofit charitable organization. At the conclusion of last year’s hunting seasons Pennsylvania hunters broke their recordfor venison donations with 261,672 pounds of ground meat from 6,905 deer and six elkstatewide. That record resulted in more than 1 million individual servings of lean, high-protein venison, and Ferguson expects that record to fall again when the 2024-25 huntingseasons end. Hunters pay nothing to donate a deer at one of HSH’s 100-plus participating processorsacross the state. Instead, the organization reimburses those processors for every deerdonated, and last season, those reimbursement costs reached an all-time high ofapproximately $500,000. “While helping HSH feed more families, crop damage deer are the driving factor inHSH’s rising operational expenses, and a cause for increased financial need for theorganization,” Ferguson said “When I started in this role almost four years ago, we sawacouple hundred deer a year that we could identify as crop damage related. “Last year, that number was nearly 1,300 deer, and the crop damage category of donateddeer is doubling year over year. Deer donated during the regular archery and rifle seasonscontinue to grow at a healthy and manageable pace.” Swatara Cooperative Trout Nursery celebrates 25 years Bob Evanchalk, whose farm houses the Swatara Cooperative Trout Nursery, has spent 25years raising trout which are stocked in Sweet Arrow Lake and local Pine Grove Areastreams. In 25 years that comes to 139,866 trout — or about 5,600 trout per year. In 1999 a 50-foot long, 4-foot wide concrete raceway was constructed after thePennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission deemed the water source and site acceptable to house the nursery. The Schuylkill Conservation District applied to the Fish AmericaFoundation and was awarded $5,000 to make the nursery a reality. Sweet Arrow Lake and the main branch of Swatara Creek were two of the primarystocking locations as they were not on the PFBC trout stocking list. Later, the Upper (akaRoedersville) and Lower Little Swatara (aka Rock) Creeks were added. The PFBC supplies fingerling trout and technical assistance, and the nursery must findvolunteers and finances for expenses to raise the trout. Thanks to Evanchalk and somestalwart helpers the fish were in good hands, and the nursery was expanded to 90 feet in2000 and was covered with a metal lid to keep predators like herons, kingfishers, mink,snakes and other critters from enjoying an easy meal. Dietz-Schneck Memorial Fishing Event major attraction at Sweet Arrow Lake Planning is already underway for the 2025 Betty Dietz and Bruce Schneck MemorialFishing Event at Sweet Arrow Lake. Dean Skinner Ney has taken over administering theevent from Craig Morgan and Dean will also coordinate the food stand. Pioneer Pole Buildings last year of sponsorship is 2025, but Bob and Diane Green haveagreed to commit four more years at $2,500 per year match money. Also, the Friends ofSchuylkill Parks & Recreation have committed $5,000 in the past in matching funds. The Swatara Co-op Trout Nursery received $3,000 from the Sportsmen’s Advisory Boardlast year and this donation helps stock 2,000 really nice fish in the lake. The event is not a fundraiser, and it continues because of community support andparticipants, plus what Tevis Energy and Modern Comfort provide for Mentored YouthDay. DEP denies enhancement project for Sweet Arrow Lake In 2022 the outdoors page of the Pottsville Republican Herald ran a feature article thattold of plans to enhance fish habitat and angler access to the resource at Sweet ArrowLake County Park. Since then, PennDOT was contacted about safer access through theguiderails, but the agency said nothing could be done. Also contacted was the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Lake Habitat Management sectionfor assistance. An on-site meeting and boat tour of the lake produced an updated fishhabitat improvement plan that included a number of stone deflectors which also improvedangler access to the resource. The Schuylkill Conservation District submitted the GeneralPermit-1, Fish Habitat Enhancement Structure application to the Northeast Office of theDepartment of Environmental Protection for review and approval. The permit was denied, although the original fish habitat plan for Sweet Arrow Lakeapproved in 2011 included stone deflectors. The Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commissiondesigned and many partners have installed hundreds of sawtooth deflectors inPennsylvania lakes. These sawtooth or stone deflectors are approved and used at lakes all over Pennsylvaniato prevent shore erosion, which according to DEP is not evident at Sweet Arrow Lake.However, DEP’s denial states that these deflectors are not approved for use in lakes.Clearly, this seems to be a case of double standards, especially when stone can be placedon lake banks to prevent erosion. PGC makes changes made in purchase of antlerless licenses When Pennsylvania resident hunters began purchasing hunting licenses this summer theywere able to also purchase their choice of antlerless licenses because of the changes madeby the Pennsylvania Game Commission. At that time antlerless licenses were availablefor only three Wildlife Management Units where demand is highest – WMUs 1B, 2G and3A. Licenses in these WMUs were sold on a first come, first serve basis until the allottednumber of licenses sells out, and only Pennsylvania residents may purchase antlerless licenses initially. Three days after sales opened on a Monday, antlerless licenses for theremaining 19 WMUs went go on sale to residents. Guaranteeing an antlerless license to a resident hunter for any other WMU from June 27 Bill Reichart was honored with the Mayfly Award in recognition for his lifelong serviceto conservation. DOYLE DIETZ/CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHER Dedicated flintlock muzzleloader deer hunters are willing to brave the elements to takepart in the special season that is in its 50 th year. DOYLE DIETZ/CONTRIBUTINGPHOTOGRAPHER Hunters are once again able to enjoy pheasant hunts at Martz’s Gap View Preserve whichovercame an outbreak of Avian Flu early this year. DOYLE DIETZ/CONTRIBUTINGPHOTOGRAPHER Anglers crowd the shore to find their favorite fishing spots on the opening day of theBetty Dietz-Bruce Schneck Memorial Fishing Event. DOYLE DIETZ/CONTRIBUTINGPHOTOGRAPHER Bill Reichart was honored with the Mayfly Award in recognition for his lifelong serviceto conservation. DOYLE DIETZ/CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHER to July 8 largely eliminates the need to stand in line, allows demand to be spread out overmore than a week and gives hunters greater flexibility to buy at a time that’s convenientfor them. Even then, there are sure to be plenty of licenses left in most WMUs. PGC tables plan to reintroduce American martens In a split vote the Pennsylvania Game Commission, the board of game commissionerstabled plans to reintroduce American martens into the state by a 6-3 vote. Voting fortabling the plan were commissioners Bob Schwalm, Scott Foradora, Allen Di Marco,Kristen Schnepp-Giger, Stanley Knick and Todd Pride, with commissioners DennisFredericks, Michael Mitrick and Haley Sankey voting for the plan. Schwalm, who represents Schuylkill County, said he still has questions about the merit ofthe plan even after PGC staff developed an American marten reintroduction andmanagement plan for Pennsylvania that outlines a long-term, 10-year strategy totranslocate the species back to the state. This would be followed by long-term monitoringto evaluate the reintroduction and includes strategies on communications, partnerengagement, costs and timelines. Flintlock season celebrates 50th year Pennsylvania remains the only state with a flintlock-only muzzleloader deer season, andthis is the 50th year. According to Dave Ehrig, one of the people who wrote what becamethe Pennsylvania Game Commission regulations for the flintlock season and currenteditor oft he official National Muzzle Loading Rifle Association magazine “MuzzleBlasts,” the season came into existence without celebration and not a whole lot of interestin 1974 when the first year of this primitive deer hunt was held, being almost anafterthought. Just 65 deer – including four bucks – were taken with flintlock rifles in that inauguralyear of 1974 compared to 3,909 deer – including 1,572 bucks – taken by bowhunters.Back then there were only 30 State Game Lands statewide open to flintlock hunters, sothey were concentrated into specific areas where archery and rifle seasons had reducedthe available number of deer. In 1980 the season was one week, and flintlock stamp sales continued to rise.Pennsylvania was fielding 145,144 flintlock-only deer hunters, who took 8,069 deer–including 490 bucks. Flintlock season was then reduced to four days in 1982, and it wasadded to the end of the December 15-18 antlerless season. The current statewide season began Thursday, Dec 26, and runs through Saturday, Jan.20. (Dietz is a member of the Pennsylvania Outdoor Writers Association) Contact the writer: outdoors@republicanherald.comSRK tries to go incognito as he exits jetty with pet and family