Here’s an up-to-date list of all NFL Players from Brophy Prep High School in Phoenix, Arizona.
The list includes only those players who have played in a regular-season NFL game. Consequently, players taken in the upcoming draft will not be included until they have seen the field.
The League does not officially recognize players who appeared only in preseason exhibition games.
Brophy Prep High School is ranked as the No. 5 pro football player-producing high school in the state.
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Arizona has produced a total of 309 NFL players from 98 schools, with 40 pros currently active.
See where all the other schools in the Grand Canyon state rank here, with links to their respective players.
Connacht Rugby travel to South Africa to face the DHL Stormers in a URC clash that has shifted significantly following squad announcements and major betting movement.
The handicap has moved from Stormers -16.5 to -20.5, reflecting just how weakened this Connacht side is for the trip.
Connacht Squad: Key Absentees and New Look Side
Connacht are without Bundee Aki, Finlay Bealham, Mack Hansen and out-half Josh Ioane — a huge loss of experience, leadership and attacking threat.
That puts serious pressure on a much-changed squad:
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Backs
Scrum Halves: Ben Murphy, Colm Reilly, Matthew Devine
Out Halves: Jack Carty, Sean Naughton
Centres: Cathal Forde, Hugh Gavin, John Devine
Back Three: Harry West, Sam Gilbert, Shane Jennings, Shayne Bolton
Forwards
Props: Billy Bohan, Fiachna Barrett, Jack Aungier, Peter Dooley, Sam Illo
Hookers: Dave Heffernan, Dylan Tierney-Martin, Matthew Victory
Locks: Darragh Murray, David O’Connor, Joe Joyce, Niall Murray
Back Row: Cian Prendergast, Josh Murphy, Paul Boyle, Sean Jansen, Shamus Hurley-Langton
This is a squad with talent, but it lacks the spine and cohesion of Connacht’s first-choice XV.
Stormers Strengths
The Stormers bring serious firepower into this game:
Evan Roos – 9 tries this season
Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu – 89 points
Jurie Matthee – 78 points
They combine physical dominance with attacking pace — exactly the kind of team that punishes weakened touring sides.
Why the Betting Line Moved
The shift from -16.5 to -20.5 isn’t random — it’s reaction to:
Loss of Connacht’s international core
Travel factor to South Africa
Reduced control at 10 without Ioane
Less strike threat without Hansen and Aki
This is what sharp money looks like — reacting early to information.
Betting Analysis
At -20.5, you’re no longer getting early value.
But stylistically, this is still a mismatch:
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Stormers dominate collisions
Connacht lack game control
Depth drop-off is significant
Connacht’s best chance is chaos — quick tempo, broken play — but South African conditions rarely allow that.
Prediction
This has all the signs of a long night for Connacht.
They still have quality players like Carty, Prendergast, and Jansen, but the overall drop in experience is too big.
Prediction: Stormers to win comfortably
Main Bet: Stormers -20.5
Alternative: Stormers winning margin 21+
Correct Score Prediction: Stormers 40–15 Connacht
Verdict: The market has reacted correctly, but probably still not enough. This Connacht side is a level below what they’ve been fielding in recent weeks, and against a strong Stormers outfit away from home, that usually ends one way.
Manchester United and Man City are both reportedly keen on the same transfer target this summer
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Eintracht Frankfurt’s Nathaniel Brown is refusing to be drawn into speculation surrounding his future at the Bundesliga club, despite reported interest from Arsenal, Manchester United and Manchester City this summer.
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The German international was questioned about attention from Premier League sides, but remained tight-lipped about what lies ahead.
Speaking to SportsBild about whether he was aware of the transfer rumours, Brown said: “Yes, you do pick up on things like that, but it doesn’t influence me.
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“I’m concentrating on the goals that are within my control. Nothing else interests me right now.”
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All three Premier League sides have been linked with a potential move for Brown, with reports connecting the Gunners and title rivals Man City dating back to November 2025.
Various transfer figures have been suggested, though the latest quoted fee of €65million (£56.5m) would see him become the joint-most expensive left-back of all time.
Chelsea’s Marc Cucurella currently holds that record, and the 22-year-old Frankfurt defender was asked about the potential price tag.
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He said: “It’s a truly staggering sum. But frankly speaking, I’m not giving numbers like that, or the possibility of a transfer this summer, a second thought.
“My focus is entirely on Eintracht and our goal of qualifying for Europe. And after that, I would really love to be part of the World Cup squad.
“Then, I’ll see what happens in the summer. It’s hard to make plans in football, which is why I don’t dwell on it.”
It is a valuation that Frankfurt’s sporting director Markus Krosche believes is fully justified. Speaking earlier this year about Brown and Can Uzun, he said: “Yes! Because he has three exceptional abilities that you can’t learn.
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“He’s smart and tactically astute, has fantastic technique, and is very fast. And all of that is necessary to have a great career ahead of him.
“Now is the wrong time to think about who might leave us and when,” he continued. “They’re both young and should stay with us a while longer. Can has developed tremendously compared to last year. It’s a shame he’s injured now.
“And Nene [Brown] is simply exceptional. He’s made outstanding progress, especially when it comes to defending at a high level. Just look at how he plays against top opponents in the Champions League.”
This year marks the 250th Anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, and in celebration Callaway Golf has released an entire USA 250 collection including clubs, golf balls and accessories. Let’s dive into some of the details!
Drivers
The USA 250 collection brings the Callaway Quantum Max, Triple Diamond Max and Triple Diamond drivers into the fray. With a red, white, and blue overall color scheme and some very patriotic details including 13 stars on the crown, 1776 branding on the front weight ports of each, a nod to the address of Independence Hall in Philadelphia, as well as a matching ProjectX Denali 1776 shaft and Golf Pride Patriot Z-Grip, the USA 250 Quantum driver lineup is sure to impress even the most patriotic of golfers.
Each driver also comes with a matching 1776 themed headcover with “We the People” on the front side and a nod to the Declaration of Independence on the back. Triple Diamond and Triple Diamond Max will retail for $699.99 and the Quantum Max will retail for $649.99 in major retail store.
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Callaway Quantum Triple Diamond Max USA 250 Limited Edition Driver
At Callaway, USA 250 is a moment to celebrate 250 years of American history, innovation, and pride. This limited-edition collection honors the spirit, craftsmanship, and performance that have defined the United States since 1776 — expressed through a lineup of precision-engineered drivers, putters, golf balls, and wedges. This is more than outstanding golf equipment — it’s a celebration of 250 years of bold ideas, relentless progress, and the pursuit of excellence. USA 250, built with the innovation and performance that defines Callaway. Built to honor. Built to compete.
Personally, this is the coolest part of the launch for me. They did an amazing job with the putters, and switching the name from Jailbird to Freebird for the collection is just such a perfect nod. Available in a very nice red, white and blue finish with plenty of patriotic accents is the Ai-DUAL USA 250 Freebird Mini DB, Ai-DUAL USA 250 #7 S, Ai-DUAL USA 250 Freebird Cruiser and the Square 2 Square Ai-DUAL USA 250 Freebird. Each putter comes with a matching 1776 “We the People” themed headcover. Freebird Mini and the #7 will retail for $379.99. The Cruiser and the Square 2 Square will retail for $429.99. I think my favorite accent on these is the Jailbird models utilizing the red and white stripes as a nod to the American Flag.
Wedges
Along with the Quantum drivers and Odyssey putters, Callaway is also bringing some custom Opus SP wedges to the USA 250 collection. Available in 50º to 60º increments, each section contains a slightly different laser engraving. The gap wedge lofts go for a “We the People” script, stars on the sand wedge lofts, and a nice waving flag on the lob wedges. Each wedge is also paint filled with red, white, and blue paint. Possibly the coolest detail here is the inclusion of a True Temper Dynamic Gold S200 with a USA 250 themed shaft label along with the same Golf Pride Patriot Z-Grip we saw on the driver lineup. Each USA 250 Opus SP wedge will retail for $219.99.
Golf Balls
Chrome Tour, Chrome Tour X, Chrome Soft and Callaway Supersoft golf balls are all included in the USA 250 launch. The Chrome Tour lineup features a USA version of their stripe technology with a waving flag around the stripe and each numbered as 250. The Supersofts take a slightly different approach with the same 250 numbers, but this time adorned with a simple retro style USA stamp on the side. The Chrome Tour lineup will be available for $59.99 and the USA 250 Supersoft is available for $27.99
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The Callaway USA 250 lineup is rounded out by a few accessories including the headcovers available for individual sale, and a nice USA 250 themed hat from the team. You can find the entire collection at callawaygolf.com. Select items are also available from our friends over at Fairway Jockey.
Few golf shots invite more second-guessing than a ball sitting in water. That’s especially true when just enough of the ball is above the surface, giving you enough false confidence to go for it. But that’s when most golfers get themselves into trouble.
The reality is, water doesn’t just sit there — it changes everything. Before you think about giving one of these lies a go, it’s important to know how to read your lie. Understanding what water does to a shot is often the difference between an impressive par-save and guaranteed disaster.
In a field test conducted by Cameron Robinson, head professional at Brentwood Country Club in Los Angeles, it became clear that the amount of the ball visible above the water is a reliable predictor of how much the shot will be affected.
For example, a ball just grazing the water behaves much like a heavy lie in wet sand. When tested with a 52-degree wedge, the ball launched predictably and carried with enough height to clear a steep bank of 68 inches above the water’s surface. In simple terms, the shot performed close to normal expectations.
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But when a ball is partially submerged — even a quarter under water — the resistance at impact is significantly more pronounced. The club no longer moves freely. Instead, it displaces water and strikes the ball almost simultaneously.
“The club meets much more resistance, with both the water and the ball absorbing energy,” Robinson said.
At these depths, Robinson found that a 52-degree wedge could still produce enough launch to clear the bank, but only if he increased his speed and changed his swing to a chopping motion.
The most dramatic shift occurs when the ball is fully submerged. Using a swing that would normally produce a 60-yard shot with a 52-degree wedge, Robinson saw the ball travel only about 15 yards — roughly 25 percent of the expected carry. The strike simply couldn’t transfer enough energy through the water to produce sufficient speed.
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Loft, in this case, proved to be a critical variable. Robinson found that while a 60-degree wedge produced the largest splash, it also delivered the worst results. That’s because added loft increases water resistance and reduces strike efficiency. In contrast, switching to a 45-degree pitching wedge gave Robinson a penetrating ball flight and allowed the ball to launch higher and carry farther.
Technique, as Robinson discovered, is just as crucial as club selection when it comes to escaping these tricky lies. He explained that golfers must generate maximum speed at impact while stopping the club abruptly immediately afterward — a motion he calls “putting the brakes on.”
“This [move] creates maximum speed at the strike before the club rapidly decelerates after impact,” Robinson said. “The motion is similar to the technique often used when hitting through thick weeds or heavy rough, where maintaining speed at the ball is critical to prevent the club from losing energy before contact.”
The lesson is simple: water lies are unforgiving but not impossible. If there’s a rule of thumb to live by in these scenarios, Robinson put it best:
With a “bombshell announcement” reportedly coming about LIV Golf, Golf Channel analyst and former PGA Tour pro Brandel Chamblee believes the rival tour is coming to an end.
Golf reporter Ryan French said during an X Spaces broadcast that he had “some pretty good sources” tell him “LIV is shutting down,” according to the FlushingItGolf account that was listening.
“I’ve got everything from, and these are people that I trust, that you guys know,” French said, per the account. “Players didn’t get paid today, power went out because the bill wasn’t paid, employees didn’t get paid. Stuff like that.”
TV analyst Brandel Chamblee looks on during a practice round before the 123rd U.S. Open Championship at the Los Angeles Country Club in Los Angeles, Calif., on June 13, 2023.(Andrew Redington/Getty Images)
Telegraph Sport reported Wednesday that LIV Golf executives have been called into an emergency meeting in New York amid speculation about the league’s future.
Chamblee, who has been one of LIV Golf’s biggest critics since its inception, backed French’s report, believing the tour will crumble.
“Given that the product was so ill-conceived and ended up being worse than anyone could have imagined – with shotgun starts, initially 54 holes, a team concept that was nothing but laughable and tournaments that meant and continue to mean nothing, and such a paltry number of viewers, losing billions along the way – would it surprise anyone if the Saudis came to their corrupted senses and finally euthanized the whole lame-brained tour,” Chamblee wrote on X in response to the reports.
The days of a potential merger between LIV Golf and the PGA Tour seem to be a pipe dream now, especially as LIV stars like Brooks Koepka and Patrick Reed come back to their old roots.
Brandel Chamblee of the United States plays during Day One of the Irish Legends at Rosapenna Hotel and Golf Resort in Donegal, Ireland, on Aug. 18, 2022.(Phil Inglis/Getty Images)
In fact, Koepka is a part of a new Returning Member Program, which allows LIV golfers who have won a major or Players Championship since 2022 to return to the PGA Tour under specific conditions and financial penalties.
And while they haven’t done so, Bryson DeChambeau, Jon Rahm and Cam Smith are all eligible for Koepka’s program. Reed isn’t in the program, though he is working through a suspension period, where he plans on returning to the Tour as a non-member in August 2026 before hopefully regaining full status in 2027.
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Meanwhile, LIV Golf is set to tee off at its Mexico event this week, and they still have nine events scheduled for the rest of the 2026 schedule.
First place individual champion, Captain Bryson DeChambeau of Crushers GC, holds the trophy during the trophy ceremony after the final round of Aramco LIV Golf Singapore on Sunday, March 15, 2026, in Sentosa, Singapore.(Mateo Villalba/AP)
NEW DELHI: R Vaishali not only created history by winning the 2026 Women’s Candidates Tournament with 8.5/14 points but also walked away with a significant financial reward for her impressive performance. By finishing first, Vaishali is guaranteed a winner’s prize of €28,000, marking one of the biggest paydays of her career so far.However, the earnings don’t stop there. The tournament follows a structure where players are additionally rewarded based on their performance in each round.
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For every half-point scored, participants receive €2,200. Given Vaishali’s consistent run across 14 rounds, featuring a mix of crucial wins and hard-fought draws, her total prize money sees a substantial boost beyond the base amount.This combined figure includes both the winner’s purse and the accumulated performance bonuses, underlining the value of consistency in such a long and demanding tournament.Beyond the immediate financial gains, the bigger reward lies in what comes next. Vaishali’s triumph has earned her a place in the Women’s World Chess Championship match against reigning champion Ju Wenjun. This upcoming clash not only offers a chance to compete for the world title but also promises even larger prize money and global recognition.ALSO READ: ‘Javokhir Sindarov got a bit lucky’: Germany’s No. 1 Vincent Keymer on ‘critical moment’ in Candidates 2026 win | ExclusiveFor Vaishali, the Candidates victory represents both a career milestone and a stepping stone. While the prize money reflects her success in Cyprus, the opportunity ahead could elevate her stature further on the world stage, making this win even more valuable in the long run.
Here’s an up-to-date list of all NFL Players from Mesa High School in Mesa, AZ.
The list includes only those players who have played in a regular-season NFL game. Consequently, players taken in the upcoming draft will not be included until they have seen the field.
The League does not officially recognize players who appeared only in preseason exhibition games.
Mesa High School is ranked as the No. 5 pro football player-producing high school in the state.
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Arizona has produced a total of 309 NFL players from 98 schools, with 40 pros currently active.
See where all the other schools in the Grand Canyon state rank here, with links to their respective players.
NEW DELHI: History was created on the Mediterranean shores as Vaishali Rameshbabu clinched the 2026 Women’s Candidates Tournament on Wednesday, earning the right to challenge China’s reigning champion Ju Wenjun for the Women’s World Chess Championship crown later this year.Going into the final round, Vaishali’s fate wasn’t entirely in her own hands. She needed a win against Kateryna Lagno and also required Bibisara Assaubayeva to drop points. The first part of that equation fell into place when Divya Deshmukh held Bibisara to a crucial draw in Cyprus, opening the door for Vaishali.
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Seizing the moment, Vaishali delivered under pressure. Playing with the white pieces in Round 14, she defeated Lagno in style, capping off a remarkable campaign in the marathon tournament. Her composure and fighting spirit stood out, especially in high-stakes situations where every move mattered.Vaishali’s journey through the tournament showcased both resilience and consistency. She secured key wins against strong opponents like Lagno, Tan Zhongyi and Aleksandra Goryachkina, while also holding her ground with important draws against top contenders such as Anna Muzychuk. Though she faced setbacks, including losses to Zhu Jiner twice (her only defeats in the tournament), she bounced back strongly each time.Now, all eyes turn to her blockbuster clash against Ju Wenjun, a five-time world champion known for her calm and clinical play. The upcoming match promises to be a thrilling contest between experience and rising talent. With a prize pool of €300,000 at stake and global attention on the event, Vaishali has already etched her name in history. R Vaishali is guaranteed at least €28,000 for winning the Women’s Candidates Tournament. In addition, she earned €2,200 for every half-point scored during the event, increasing her total prize.
Harry Maguire will now miss Manchester United’s upcoming game against Chelsea after being hit with an additional one-game ban
16:26, 15 Apr 2026Updated 17:07, 15 Apr 2026
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Harry Maguire is alleged to have described the match officals in charge of Manchester United’s game against Bournemouth as a ‘f*****g joke’. The Reds centre-back will serve an additional one-game ban after being charged by the Football Association with acting in an improper manner towards fourth official Matt Donohue at the Vitality Stadium after he was sent off.
Maguire was shown a red card for pushing Evanilson to the ground in the penalty area, with referee Stuart Attwell pointing to the spot, despite waving away a similar challenge on Amad earlier in the match. The England international protested the decision to Attwell before speaking to the fourth official as he departed the pitch.
Referee Attwell wrote in his report of the match: “In the 78th minute, I dismissed Manchester United player Harry Maguire for denial of an obvious goalscoring opportunity. Following confirmation of the decision by the Video Assistant Referee, Mr Maguire left the field of play.
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“As he left, he approached the 4th Official, Matthew Donohue, to protest the decision. These actions will be the subject of a separate report by Mr Donohue, and may warrant further review by The Football Association.”
A further report from fourth official Donohue added: “In the 78th minute of the game, referee Stuart Attwell sent off Manchester United #5Harry Maguire. After the VAR check was complete, Maguire, as he was leaving the field of play, approached me and shouted, ‘You’re a joke. You’re all a f****** joke.’ I am reporting the matter to the Football Association for further review.”
Maguire denied that he had said the remark and insisted that he labelled the decision to award Bournemouth a penalty as a ‘joke’. He added: “As I left the field of play following my dismissal I said something along the lines of ‘it is a f****** joke’. I am certain that I did not call the Fourth Official or any Match Official, a joke or use any other form of insult.”
While United team-mate Joshua Zirkzee had also given evidence to the commission, and said he could “not recall exactly what Harry said, but I recall that it was something along the lines of ‘it is a joke’ or ‘what a joke’”, before adding that he was “confident that Harry did not call the Fourth Official or any other Match Official a joke.”
In response to that claim, fourth official Donohue said: “In response to the words recorded in my report. In respect of the first line ‘You’re a joke’, there is a possibility that the words were either misheard or mis-recollected.
“Whilst I think Mr Maguire said ‘You’re a joke’, I wouldn’t be able to respond to this with certainty. However, the second sentence ‘You’re all a f****** joke’, I do remember hearing with clarity and remember thinking that the comment was aimed collectively at the group of officials. I would be prepared to say with certainty that these words were said.”
However, the FA rejected United’s version of events, as Donohue insisted the second part of the allegation was accurate and he could say so ‘with some certainty’.
Maguire will now miss his side’s game against Chelsea on Saturday night, and in a statement the FA said: “An independent Regulatory Commission has imposed a one-match suspension and £30,000 fine on Manchester United FC’s Harry Maguire.
“The defender was charged after being sent off in the 78th minute of their Premier League match against AFC Bournemouth on Friday 20 March.
“It was alleged that Harry Maguire acted in an improper manner and/or used abusive and/or insulting words and/or behaviour towards the fourth official following his dismissal.
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“The defender subsequently admitted the charge. The Regulatory Commission imposed his sanctions following a hearing.”
The 28-year-old had been expected to challenge Mo Farah’s British record of 2:05:11 at the race but will now miss it for the second year in a row, after an ankle tendon injury prevented him from taking part in 2025.
He finished third in the 2024 edition and fourth in the Paris Olympics marathon the same year.
He said on Wednesday: “I am gutted to be withdrawing from the 2026 London Marathon. After missing the 2025 race, I was so excited at the prospect of returning this year, but out of respect to both the race and the distance, I only want to be on the start line if I’m in the best possible condition.
“Unfortunately, the calf issue I sustained earlier in my training block means I am not currently where I need to be. I’ve done my best to be on the start line but unfortunately, I have to make the tough decision to withdraw.
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“I wish everyone taking part the very best of luck and hope to be back at the London Marathon next year.”
Britain’s Alice Wright also withdrew on Wednesday.
Cairess picked up the calf issue earlier this year, hampering his training throughout March.
His is the latest high-profile withdrawal from the race after world champion and 2020 Olympic champion Peres Jepchirchir withdrew on Tuesday due to a stress fracture. The Kenyan also missed last year’s event with an ankle injury.
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Reigning Olympic champion Sifan Hassan will be another notable absence after pulling out last month with an Achilles issue.
The London Marathon takes place on Sunday 26 April.
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