Narin An leads with a 64 in the wind as Nelly Korda struggles in LPGA finaleMayor Adams open to deporting migrants accused of crimes, saying they don’t have the same rightsThe UCF job is open after Gus Malzahn left Saturday — the day after the Knights finished a 4-8 season — to become Florida State’s offensive coordinator . Malzahn exited amid growing pressure from the fan base after back-to-back losing records in UCF’s first two seasons in the Big 12. He was 28-24 in four years at a program that has had very high highs and very low lows over the past two decades. So how good is the UCF job? What names could get in the mix? Based on conversations with industry sources, here is a breakdown of the job and the potential names to watch. Recent history/tradition: B UCF feels like the opposite of Big 12 peer West Virginia . While the Mountaineers have a high floor and lower ceiling, the Knights have a lower floor and higher ceiling. Since 2004, UCF has had seven seasons with double-digit wins, two winless campaigns and three trips to New Year’s Six bowls — one each by Scott Frost, Josh Heupel and George O’Leary. The program is only 45 years old but has had an impressive rise from Division III to a Power 4 conference. But a 5-13 record in the Big 12 is a reminder of some necessary growing pains. On-field outlook: B- The roster has holes, despite ranking fifth in the Big 12 in 247Sports’ Talent Composite this season. UCF’s all-time touchdown leader, running back RJ Harvey , is out of eligibility, and a handful of players (including starting receiver Xavier Townsend ) opted out during the season. The Knights started four quarterbacks, with redshirt freshman Dylan Rizk showing some promise (five touchdowns, two interceptions and a 61.9 completion percentage). Perhaps UCF needs a little more time to build the experienced depth necessary after moving into the Power 4. That’s harder, given a coaching change just days before the early signing period and a recruiting class that, as of Tuesday, was ranked last in the conference. Advertisement Three of UCF’s eight conference losses were decided in the closing minutes, and the Big 12 remains wide open. The right coach can turn things around. Money situation: B- UCF had one of the biggest football budgets in the Group of 5 but was near the bottom of the Big 12 last year. The Knights have been earning half a share of conference payouts and will get full distributions starting next year. Athletic director Terry Mohajir has said the program is moving in the right direction financially, but more strides need to be made. The Knights are continuing to spend on facilities upgrades. Preliminary work has started on an $88 million stadium renovation that’s expected to be completed in time for the 2026 season. Construction fences for the new Roth Tower are up setting the stage for the future of the Bounce House 👀🏟️ https://t.co/JqoM3ZCHCf pic.twitter.com/L1ljEpkVxc — UCF Knights 🌴 (@UCFKnights) December 3, 2024 University stability: A- Mohajir was regarded as one of the Group of 5’s top ADs when UCF hired him from Arkansas State in 2021. He and president Alexander Cartwright are both established in their roles and helped the Knights earn their Big 12 invite. UCF remains one of the largest schools in the country (almost 60,000 undergraduates last fall) and has shown a commitment to athletics. Coach pool: B+ Liberty head coach Jamey Chadwell is 57-17 as a full-time head coach, including a 21-4 run with the Flames. The 47-year-old Tennessee native ran one of the most entertaining offenses in the country at Coastal Carolina, which seems like a good fit for UCF’s modern, up-tempo brand. But he has never worked at a Power 4 program. Los Angeles Rams analyst Scott Frost is beloved at UCF after going 13-0 in his second season. But he never had a winning record in his 16-31 stint at Nebraska, and coaching sequels rarely live up to the standard of the original. Advertisement Texas State head coach G.J. Kinne was Malzahn’s co-offensive coordinator at UCF in 2021. The 36-year-old Texas native also seems to fit the Knights’ identity. Kinne led Incarnate Word to the FCS semifinals in 2021, and his 15-10 record with the Bobcats earned him a contract extension in November. Is changing jobs a viable option? Tennessee offensive coordinator Joey Halzle is another former UCF assistant; he spent two seasons under Heupel and followed him to the Vols. The 38-year-old California native has had success as a quarterbacks coach, tutoring Hendon Hooker and Nico Iamaleava , among others. Memphis head coach Ryan Silverfield overcame a bumpy start to his tenure and is 20-5 over the past two seasons. The former Mike Norvell assistant has Florida ties. The 44-year-old is from Jacksonville and spent two years with UCF as a graduate assistant. His offense has ranked in the top 25 in scoring in each of the past three years. UNLV head coach Barry Odom was in consideration the last time and has the Rebels in Friday’s Mountain West title game. But the former Missouri head coach has a defensive background, and UCF has a much stronger offensive identity. Oregon offensive coordinator Will Stein leads a top-20 offense for a national championship contender. He’s also the position coach for former UCF star Dillon Gabriel , a potential Heisman Trophy finalist. A deep Playoff run could complicate the timing for the 35-year-old Kentucky native. Ole Miss offensive coordinator Charlie Weis Jr. is a future head coach, but is he ready for a Power 4 job at age 31? He has familiarity in the state with stints at South Florida and Florida Atlantic and briefly overlapped with Mohajir at Kansas (when Mohajir was an administrator and Weis was a manager on the football team coached by his father). Advertisement UConn head coach Jim Mora Jr. won 10 games twice at UCLA and just guided the Huskies to their first winning season (8-4) since the 2010 Fiesta Bowl run. Mora has done a miraculous job of resuscitating UConn, and stealing the Huskies’ coach would be a major development in the so-called Civil ConFLiCT “rivalry” between the programs. Overall grade: B UCF is the fourth major program sitting in the center of one of the most talent-laden states in the country. The Knights have a clear identity (modern, fast) to sell to recruits. But they’re new to the Power 4, and it’s fair to wonder if fans’ enormous expectations — buoyed by the undefeated season national title it claims from 2017 — are attainable immediately. Regardless, there’s great potential for eventual success in a Big 12 that lacks heavyweights. (Top photo: Julio Aguilar / Getty Images)
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Several major universities have warned their international students who went to their home countries for winter break to return to the U.S. before President-elect Donald Trump regains office in January. At least 10 universities, including the University of Southern California (USC), Brown University, the University of Pennsylvania, and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), have urged their international students to be back stateside before January 20, Axios reported. In an email obtained by the outlet sent to pupils on student visas, USC officials said that being back in the U.S. when the semester begins on January 13 “is especially important given that a new presidential administration will take office on January 20, 2025, and — as is common — may issue one or more Executive Orders impacting travel to the U.S. and visa processing.” “While there’s no certainty such orders will be issued, the safest way to avoid any challenges is to be physically present in the U.S. before the Spring semester,” USC officials added. Harvard and Cornell universities also sent warning emails to international students, the New York Times reported. An email from Arizona State University’s International Students and Scholars Center, obtained by ABC15’s Rachel Louise Just, revealed a similar message: “We are making this advisory out of an abundance of caution to hopefully prevent any possible travel disruption,” the email reads. Spencer Lindquist of the Daily Wire revealed that Claremont McKenna College, a small liberal arts school in California, even offered to get students without “legal status” free consultations with immigration lawyers ahead of Inauguration Day: During a campaign rally earlier this year, Trump said he would “immediately deport” foreign students who participate in “jihadism, or anti-Americanism or antisemitism” after anti-Israel protests took over multiple U.S. campuses:
After weeks of fear and bewilderment about the drones buzzing over parts of New York and New Jersey , U.S. Senator Chuck Schumer is urging the federal government to deploy better drone-tracking technology to identify and ultimately stop the airborne pests. The New York Democrat is calling on the Department of Homeland Security to immediately deploy special technology that identifies and tracks drones back to their landing spots, according to briefings from his office. Schumer’s calls come amid growing public concern that the federal government hasn’t offered clear explanations as to who is operating the drones, and has not stopped them. National security officials have said the drones don’t appear to be a sign of foreign interference. “There’s a lot of us who are pretty frustrated right now,” said Rep. Jim Himes, D-Conn., the top Democrat on the House Intelligence Committee, on Fox News Sunday. “The answer ‘We don’t know’ is not a good enough answer.” President-elect Donald Trump posted on social media last week: “Can this really be happening without our government’s knowledge? I don’t think so. Let the public know, and now. Otherwise, shoot them down.” Certain agencies within the Department of Homeland Security have the power to “incapacitate” drones, U.S. Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro Mayorkas told ABC’s George Stephanopoulos on Sunday. “But we need those authorities expanded,” he said, without saying exactly how. The drones don’t appear to be linked to foreign governments, Mayorkas said. “We know of no foreign involvement with respect to the sightings in the Northeast. And we are vigilant in investigating this matter,” Mayorkas said. Last year, federal aviation rules began requiring certain drones to broadcast their identities. It’s not clear whether that information has been used to determine who is operating the drones swarming locations in New York and New Jersey. Mayorkas’ office didn’t immediately respond to questions about whether they’ve been able to identify drones using this capability. Schumer is calling for recently declassified radar technology to be used to help determine whether an object is a drone or a bird, identify its electronic registration, and follow it back to its landing place. New York Gov. Kathy Hochul on Sunday said federal officials were sending a drone detection system to the state. “This system will support state and federal law enforcement in their investigations,” Hochul said in a statement. The governor did not immediately provide additional details, including where the system will be deployed. Dozens of mysterious nighttime flights started last month over New Jersey, raising concerns among residents and officials. Part of the worry stems from the flying objects initially being spotted near the Picatinny Arsenal, a U.S. military research and manufacturing facility and over Trump’s golf course in Bedminster. Drones are legal in New Jersey for recreational and commercial use, but they are subject to local and Federal Aviation Administration regulations and flight restrictions. Operators must be FAA certified.
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Key posts 4.20am In pictures: Seoul descends into chaos after martial law declaration 3.52am Yoon Suk Yeol says martial law declaration will be lifted 3.32am Martial law declared in South Korea, sparking chaos Hide key posts Posts area Latest 1 of 1 Go to latest Pinned post from 3.32am Martial law declared in South Korea, sparking chaos By Riley Walter On Tuesday night, South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol declared martial law, sending the capital, Seoul, into chaos. Here’s what you need to know: Yoon made the declaration, vowing to eradicate “shameless pro-North Korean anti-state forces” and said he had no choice but to take the measure to safeguard constitutional order. The country’s National Assembly passed a motion to have the martial law declaration lifted, but it will remain in place until Yoon complies with the vote. Just before 5am local time (7am AEDT), Yoon announced that he would move to lift the martial law declaration at a cabinet meeting “as soon as members arrive”. Tuesday’s move was the first time since 1980 that martial law has been declared in South Korea. Under martial law, South Korea’s military has the authority to suspend parliament and political activities and arrest those protesting the declaration. Shortly after Yoon’s announcement, made on live television, troops enforcing martial law swarmed the National Assembly building in Seoul as protesters gathered outside calling for the declaration to be lifted and for the president to be arrested. The United States is closely monitoring the situation and in contact with the South Korean government, a White House spokesperson said. Read our full story here . Latest posts Latest posts 4.45am Australians in South Korea warned to stay away from mass gatherings By Josefine Ganko Australians in South Korea should stay away from mass gatherings and listen to official advice amid the unfolding political crisis, says Finance Minister Katy Gallagher. Gallagher told ABC News Breakfast there was lots of “uncertainty” around President Yoon Suk Yeol’s declaration of martial law, which was walked back early this morning. People gathered outside the National Assembly building in Seoul protesting the martial law declaration. Credit: Getty Images She said the government had been briefed by the relevant agencies. “I think that the best message that we can give on this unfolding situation is for any Australians in South Korea to really listen to official advice and stay away from some of the mass gatherings as we continue to get across and understand the full implications of what’s happened overnight.” 4.20am In pictures: Seoul descends into chaos after martial law declaration By Riley Walter The first declaration of martial law in South Korea in almost 50 years sparked chaos in the country’s capital, Seoul, as thousands gathered to protest the move outside parliament and troops descended on the National Assembly building. Footage captured by a South Korean media outlet, OhmyTV, shows a woman tussling with a soldier as she attempts to take his gun before being pushed aside. South Korean troops try to enter the National Assembly building. Credit: Getty Images Other footage circulating online shows troops smashing windows of the National Assembly building to gain access after President Yoon Suk Yeol’s declaration. 3.52am Yoon Suk Yeol says martial law declaration will be lifted By Riley Walter South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol says he will soon move to lift the martial law declaration imposed on Tuesday night, honouring a parliamentary vote against the measure. Yoon said his government had withdrawn military personnel that had been deployed, and that he would formally lift martial law following a cabinet meeting “as soon as members arrive”. It is just before 5am local time in Seoul, South Korea’s capital. Yoon declared martial law on Tuesday to thwart “anti-state forces” among his opponents. But outraged MPs rejected the decree, as protesters gathered outside parliament in the country’s biggest political crisis in decades. Protesters gathered outside the National Assembly building in Seoul after the martial law declaration. Credit: AP Yoon’s surprise declaration, which he cast as aimed at his political foes, was unanimously voted down by 190 MPs. Under South Korean law, the president must immediately lift martial law if parliament demands it by a majority vote. His own party urged him to lift the decree. The crisis in a country that has been a democracy since the 1980s, and is a US ally and major Asian economy, caused international alarm. Reuters, AP Advertisement 3.49am Why South Korea matters By Chris Zappone South Korea has hosted US troops since the cessation of fighting at the end of the Korean War in 1953. The conflict, which saw North Korea fight for control of the peninsula with South Korea, was a central event of the Cold War (the geopolitical situation which lasted from the end of World War II until the early 1990s.) South Korea has transitioned from that time from an authoritarian nation to a liberal democracy with a rising standard of living. Its economy transformed from agriculture to high technology and exports, although like other nations, standards of living have struggled in recent years. The ceasefire in the Korean War, which has held since 1953, sees North Korea and South Korea in a state of continual tension – with Pyongyang frequently testing the resolve of Seoul with rocket launches and threats. South Korea hosts approximately 28,000 US troops. North Korea, led by Kim Jong-un, is a Stalinist authoritarian regime. In recent years, it has grown closer to Russia with which it shares a border. South Korea along with Japan are key allies in the US-led security alliance in Asia, a grouping which has been pressured by the rise of China. For this reason, any sudden political shocks within South Korea are watched carefully. 3.34am President Yoon hints at North Korean role By Chris Zappone In South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol’s speech declaring martial law, he accused the opposition of trying to paralyse the administration and then invoked the threat from North Korea. “I am declaring a state of emergency martial law to protect the free Republic of Korea from the threats of the North Korean communist forces, to eradicate the shameless pro-North anti-state forces that plunder the freedom and happiness of our people and to safeguard the free constitutional order. “Through this state of emergency martial law, I will rebuild and protect the free Republic of Korea, which is falling into the abyss of national ruin. “To this end, I will definitely eradicate the root causes of national ruin and the anti-state forces that have persistently engaged in malicious conduct.” South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol declared martial law on Tuesday night. Credit: AP 3.33am US says it is watching events in South Korea with grave concern US Deputy Secretary of State Kurt Campbell said the United States was watching events in US ally South Korea with “grave concern” and had every hope and expectation that any political disputes would be resolved peacefully and in accordance with the rule of law. Campbell spoke at an event at the US State Department after South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol declared martial law in a surprise late-night TV address earlier on Tuesday, creating the most serious challenge to South Korea’s democracy since the 1980s. “We are watching the recent developments in ROK with grave concern,” Campbell said, using the acronym for Republic of Korea. “We’re seeking to engage our (South Korean) counterparts at every level, both here and in Seoul.” Campbell said President Joe Biden, National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan and Secretary of State Antony Blinken were being kept appraised of the situation as it developed. He stressed that the US alliance with South Korea was “ironclad” and added: “We stand by Korea in their time of uncertainty. I also want to just underscore that we have every hope and expectation that any political disputes will be resolved peacefully and in accordance with the rule of law.” Reuters Advertisement 3.32am Martial law declared in South Korea, sparking chaos By Riley Walter On Tuesday night, South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol declared martial law, sending the capital, Seoul, into chaos. Here’s what you need to know: Yoon made the declaration, vowing to eradicate “shameless pro-North Korean anti-state forces” and said he had no choice but to take the measure to safeguard constitutional order. The country’s National Assembly passed a motion to have the martial law declaration lifted, but it will remain in place until Yoon complies with the vote. Just before 5am local time (7am AEDT), Yoon announced that he would move to lift the martial law declaration at a cabinet meeting “as soon as members arrive”. Tuesday’s move was the first time since 1980 that martial law has been declared in South Korea. Under martial law, South Korea’s military has the authority to suspend parliament and political activities and arrest those protesting the declaration. Shortly after Yoon’s announcement, made on live television, troops enforcing martial law swarmed the National Assembly building in Seoul as protesters gathered outside calling for the declaration to be lifted and for the president to be arrested. The United States is closely monitoring the situation and in contact with the South Korean government, a White House spokesperson said. Read our full story here . Latest 1 of 1 Latest Most Viewed in World Loading
Toronto Sceptres open PWHL season with 3-1 comeback win over Boston Fleet TORONTO — Hannah Miller scored a power-play goal with 1:38 remaining in the game, lifting the Toronto Sceptres to a 3-1 victory over the Boston Fleet in the Professional Women's Hockey League season opener on Saturday. Tim Wharnsby, The Canadian Press Nov 30, 2024 1:59 PM Nov 30, 2024 2:05 PM Share by Email Share on Facebook Share on X Share on LinkedIn Print Share via Text Message Toronto Sceptres' Hannah Miller (34) celebrates her goal with teammates on the bench Boston Fleet during late third period PWHL hockey action in Toronto on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Frank Gunn TORONTO — Hannah Miller scored a power-play goal with 1:38 remaining in the game, lifting the Toronto Sceptres to a 3-1 victory over the Boston Fleet in the Professional Women's Hockey League season opener on Saturday. With Boston standout Hilary Knight in the penalty box for a vicious boarding penalty on Sceptres defender Renata Fast, Miller made good on her rebound attempt on a Daryl Watts shot with a half-open net. Fast recovered for an assist on the winner before 8,089 fans at Coca-Cola Coliseum. The Fleet (0-1-0) challenged the goal, but video review deemed Miller's shot was good. Sarah Nurse got Toronto (1-0-0) on the board with a short-handed tally 11:50 into the first period and Emma Maltais added an empty-net strike to seal the score at 3-1 with 12 seconds left on the game clock. Boston's Hilary Knight opened the scoring at the 3:00 mark of the opening frame, sending a slap shot past Toronto goalie Kristin Campbell, who registered 18 stops on the night. Toronto outshot Boston 41-19. Boston goalie Aerin Frankel, a big reason why her team advanced to the Walter Cup final last spring, was outstanding with 38 saves. Frankel made a significant glove-hand stop on Toronto defender Jocelyne Larocque with 6:36 remaining in the third period. Larocque was alone when a rebound caromed to her in front. But the puck was rolling, and she could only lift her shot straight into Frankel's glove. Nurse's goal tested the league's new jailbreak rule that sees a minor penalty — in this case, Izzy Daniel's tripping infraction — wiped out when a team scores a short-handed goal. . Takeaways Sceptres: Billie Jean King MVP Natalie Spooner missed the season opener. The PWHL scoring champion underwent left knee surgery last June after getting injured in Game 3 of Toronto's first-round series against Minnesota. Fleet: Defender Emma Greco of Burlington, Ont., played her first game for Boston. She was part of the Walter Cup-winning Minnesota team that defeated Boston in a three-game series last spring. Greco is one of five Ontario-born players on the Fleet roster. Key moment With the game tied 1-1, the Sceptres failed to score during a 59-second 5-on-3 advantage midway through the second period. Boston blocked five shots during the span. Key stat Last year, Toronto enjoyed an 11-game win streak en route to its regular-season championship, including three wins against Boston. Up next Toronto visits Ottawa on Tuesday. Boston will play its home opener on Wednesday, a rematch with the Walter Cup-champion Minnesota. This report by The Canadian Press was first published Nov. 30, 2024. Tim Wharnsby, The Canadian Press See a typo/mistake? Have a story/tip? This has been shared 0 times 0 Shares Share by Email Share on Facebook Share on X Share on LinkedIn Print Share via Text Message More National Sports Kakko's late goal lifts Rangers past Canadiens 4-3 Nov 30, 2024 1:31 PM Mikaela Shiffrin is alert and being evaluated after crashing in final run of World Cup giant slalom Nov 30, 2024 12:30 PM Canada's Weidemann takes 3,000-metre bronze in World Cup speedskating Nov 30, 2024 10:28 AM Featured FlyerDick's Sporting Goods shares rise on analyst optimism ahead of results
FBC GlanceAcquisition expands suite of solutions in financial analysis, forensic accounting, eDiscovery, and construction related advisory to attorneys involved in litigation, arbitration, and mediation WEYMOUTH, Mass. , Dec. 3, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Vertex Companies, LLC ("Vertex") is pleased to announce the acquisition of LitCon Group, LLC ("LitCon"), a highly respected financial analysis, forensic accounting, construction consulting, and eDiscovery firm. Vertex is a multidisciplinary professional services firm providing forensics, expert services, construction project advisory, and compliance and regulatory solutions. This partnership expands Vertex's bench of financial accounting and delay experts, broadening its forensic and technical consulting capabilities across the globe. "The LitCon and Vertex partnership immediately benefits our clients," stated David Tortorello , CEO of The Vertex Companies. "As a firm with financial advisory and forensic accountants working alongside construction and forensic engineering experts, our expanded team performs expert services for comprehensive commercial damages, fraud and investigations, as well as government contracts." LitCon performs financial analysis, forensic accounting, technology, and construction-related delay and damages expert services for clients involved in litigation, arbitration, and mediation. LitCon provides expertise for construction disputes, government contracts, insurance claims, and commercial litigation. The team delivers expert-led litigation technology, project management, and advisory services, and supports specialty industries like solar and oil & gas. Vertex's multi-disciplined professional services, global clients, and commitment to quality, value and continuous growth opportunities make it an excellent fit for LitCon. LitCon and its clients will have direct access to Vertex's resources and suite of specialized services. LitCon's founder, Robert Peterson explained, "With a combined team, LitCon and Vertex will be able to enhance our service offerings and geographic reach, while maintaining the high standard of technical expertise and value our clients expect." About LitCon Group, LLC Established in December 2005 , LitCon is a financial, technical, advisory, and expert services firm. In addition to supporting attorneys and clients involved in litigation, arbitration, and mediation, LitCon provides other consulting services to clients through expert-led technology and eDiscovery solutions, and advises clients on best practices for successful or compliant performance. LitCon has a strong track record with projects relating to construction, government contracts, commercial litigation, insurance, and energy. They have successfully assisted clients in numerous matters involving airports, power generation, government and military construction, weapons systems, environmental remediation, commercial and mixed-use construction, infrastructure, manufacturing, nuclear power, pharmaceuticals, real estate, oil & gas, software, government services, and antitrust. LitCon's approach involves detailed analysis, in-depth knowledge of facts and evidence, and clear communication in court. Additional information about LitCon is available at https://litcongroup.com/ About The Vertex Companies, LLC Vertex, a portfolio company of Wind Point Partners, is a professional services firm that provides expert witness and dispute resolution services, forensic consulting, surety consulting, construction project advisory and compliance and regulatory consulting throughout the globe. Vertex focuses on bettering outcomes for its clients, colleagues, and communities by cleaning the environment, advising during the development and construction of communities, and solving complex challenges to provide a more sustainable, safe, and just world. ENR consistently ranks Vertex as a top engineering design firm, construction/program management firm and environmental firm. Vertex also ranks as a "Best Firm to Work For" in the industry, which underscores their commitment to employees. Additional information about Vertex's growth strategy and solutions is available at www.vertexeng.com . Media Contact Lisa Dehner , Head of Marketing, ldehner@vertexeng.com View original content to download multimedia: https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/vertex-acquires-litcon-group-302321532.html SOURCE The Vertex Companies, LLCCommerce Department to reduce Intel's funding on semiconductorsThe billing of London-born former Chelsea boss Hayes against England’s Dutch manager Sarina Wiegman – arguably the best two bosses in the women’s game – had generated more buzz in the build-up than the players on the pitch, despite it being a rare encounter between the two top-ranked sides in the world. Hayes enjoyed her return to familiar shores but felt the US lacked the “killer piece” after they looked the likelier side to make the breakthrough. Elite meeting of the minds 🌟 pic.twitter.com/R4d8EArqTp — U.S. Women's National Soccer Team (@USWNT) November 30, 2024 Asked what was going through her mind during the national anthem, Hayes said: “I was definitely mouthing (it), and Naomi (Girma) and Lynn (Williams) could see that I was struggling with where to be and all that. “I got to the end of the anthems and I thought, ‘that’s so ridiculous. I’m proud to be English and I’m proud of our national anthem, and I’m also really proud to coach America’. “Two things are possible all at once. I don’t want to fuel a nationalist debate around it. The realities are both countries are really dear to me for lots of reasons, and I’m really proud to represent both of them.” The Lionesses did not register a shot on target in the first half but grew into the game in the second. US captain Lindsey Horan had the ball in the net after the break but the flag was up, while Hayes’ side had a penalty award for a handball reversed after a VAR check determined substitute Yazmeen Ryan’s shot hit Alex Greenwood’s chest. Hayes, who left Chelsea after 12 trophy-packed years this summer, said: “I’ve been privileged to coach a lot of top-level games, including here, so there’s a familiarity to being here for me. “It’s not new to me, and because of that there was a whole sense of I’m coming back to a place I know. I have a really healthy perspective, and I want to have a really healthy perspective on my profession. “I give everything I possibly can for a team that I really, really enjoy coaching, and I thrive, not just under pressure, but I like these opportunities, I like being in these situations. They bring out the best in me. “You’ve got two top teams now, Sarina is an amazing coach, I thought it was a good tactical match-up, and I just enjoy coaching a high-level football match, to be honest with you. I don’t think too much about it.” Hayes had travelled to London without her entire Olympic gold medal-winning ‘Triple Espresso’ forward line of Trinity Rodman, Mallory Swanson and Sophia Smith, all nursing niggling injuries. Before the match, the 48-year-old was spotted chatting with Wiegman and her US men’s counterpart, fellow ex-Chelsea boss Mauricio Pochettino, who was also in attendance. England were also missing a number of key attackers for the friendly including Lauren Hemp, Lauren James and Ella Toone, all ruled out with injury. "This shows where we are at and we need to keep improving. It is November now. This is good but we want to be better again. We have to be better again." 👊 Reaction from the boss ⬇️ — Lionesses (@Lionesses) November 30, 2024 Wiegman brushed aside suggestions from some pundits that her side were content to settle for a draw. She said: “I think we were really defending as a team, very strong. We got momentum in the second half, we did better, and of course both teams went for the win. “So many things happened in this game, also in front of the goal, so I don’t think it was boring. “We wanted to go for the win, but it was such a high-intensity game, you have to deal with a very good opponent, so you can’t just say, ‘Now we’re going to go and score that goal’. “We tried, of course, to do that. We didn’t slow down to keep it 0-0. I think that was just how the game went.”
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