Kilmarnock gaffer Neil McCann admitted he has been impressed by the work Simo Valakari has done at St Johnstone, as the two sides prepare to meet in the league's opening weekend.The Finn brought St Johnstone straight back up from the Championship at the first time of asking last season, although they exited the Premier Sports Cup at the group stage."Simo has done really well with the group," McCann said. "It's not easy when you get relegated, but he stayed with the process."He's got a really distinctive way of playing. He stuck to it and it's brave. He earned a lot of plaudits last year and earned promotion back to the Premiership."Kilmarnock travel to Perth on Sunday in a 2pm kick-off, looking to get off to a good start after their 10th-placed finish last season."We know it's going to be a tough game," McCann admitted. They will be really disappointed they didn't come through in the Cup."That will be a tough one for Simo to take but I'm pretty sure the long game for them is about consolidating their position in the Premiership and getting over the hit of missing out on the League Cup and trying to have a strong season."

[Getty Images]Crystal Palace claimed a comfortable 3-1 victory over Saudi second-tier side Al-Ula to claim a fifth-place finish at the Como Cup.Justin Devenny, who was playing as an attacking midfielder, got the Eagles off to a flying start with a precise finish at the near post in the opening minute of the match."We do that in training all the time," Devenny told Palace TV. "As soon as we win the ball back, we know we need to counter-attack quickly. We did it all throughout last season."I think it is a bit of a strength playing in different positions. I was here, there and everywhere at times last season, but I'm happy playing wherever I'm needed."Then 20-year-old Rio Cardines picked out Eddie Nketiah for a close-range finish to double Palace's lead inside the opening 10 minutes.Abdulmajeed Al-Sulaiheem did manage to find the target for Al Ula in the 16th minute, but centre-back Jaydee Canvot poked home from a corner in the 57th minute to seal the win.Chris Richards and Daichi Kamada were also handed their first pre-season minutes by new boss Pierre Sage, having returned from the World Cup."We played how we choose to play," Sage said. "It is kind of a success, but now we have to do that for the whole game."For me, it is important to see my team taking chances."Next up for Crystal Palace is a behind closed doors friendly against Fulham on Friday, 7 August.

UFC Fight Night 283takes place Saturday, and you can join us for live round-by-round coverage and official results from the card beginning at 10 a.m. ET (7 a.m. PT). UFC Fight Night 283 (Paramount+) takes place at Belgrade Arena in Serbia.Serbias own Uros Medic (13-3 MMA, 7-3 UFC) headlines at welterweight against Daniel Rodriguez (20-5 MMA, 10-4 UFC). In the co-main event, former light heavyweight champion Jan Blachowicz (29-11-2 MMA, 12-8-2 UFC) takes on City Kickboxing prospect Navajo Stirling (10-0 MMA, 5-0 UFC).Follow along with our round-by-round updates and official results beginning at 10 a.m. ET for the preliminary card and 1 p.m. ET for the main card on the Paramount+ streaming platform.Enjoy the fights, everyone.UFC Belgrade lineupMAIN CARD (Paramount+, 1 p.m. ET)Uros Medic vs. Daniel RodriguezJan Blachowicz vs. Navajo StirlingAleksandar Rakic vs. Marcin TyburaDusko Todorovic vs. Robert ValentinVlasto Cepo vs. Gilbert UrbinaNoah Gugnon vs. Milos JanicicPRELIMINARY CARD (Paramount+, 10 a.m. ET)Ludovit Klein vs. Tofiq MusayevOban Elliott vs. Michael OliveiraBorislav Nikolic vs. Mark VologdinDennis Buzukja vs. Bogdan GradKyle Prepolec vs. Mateusz RebeckiHailey Cowan vs. Nina MilosevicJovan Leka vs. Alexander PoppeckStephanie Luciano vs. Marina SpasicThis article originally appeared on MMA Junkie: UFC Belgrade live updates: Medic vs. Rodriguez round-by-round coverage

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When it comes to the battle between the Buccaneers and quarterback Baker Mayfield, the fans may be naturally inclined to support the team. One of the men who block for Baker is publicly supporting the player.On the key question of whether Mayfield is a "franchise quarterback," Bucs guard Cody Mauch said this to reporters on Friday, via Abby DiSalvo of the Tampa Bay Times: One hundred percent. He for sure is.Mauch knows Mayfield's malcontentedness with his contract won't affect him on the field.It sucks to see him go through this and whatnot, but its not going to change his mentality, the way he plays, Mauch said. Hes talked a lot about it, but hes just going to go and play ball.The fact that other players are being asked about Mayfield's contract makes it a distraction by definition. But the side issue will subside quickly.The biggest thing we took away from it is that were playing ball now," Mauch said. "Hes not worried about contract stuff. Its all about the 2026 Bucs."Come 2027, it may be all about Baker leaving the Bucs.Its unfortunate, but hes gonna go ball out and its gonna get made right, Mauch said. No doubt in my mind hes gonna do that and get even more money, so its gonna work out better for him in the end.With the NFL evolving into a one-year-at-a-time league, it's easier than it used to be for the players to forget about anything but this year. That's what the Tampa Bay players should do, and Mauch has given them the key talking points for their own inevitable questions about Baker's contract brouhaha.

Jacksonville Jaguars' second-year defensive end BJ Green asked Liam Coen what he has to do to get thrown out of practice.And yes, you read that correctly."He asked me today," Coen said on Friday, "'What does it take to get thrown out of practice?' And I'm like, what do you mean? And he goes, 'Not in a bad way. In a way that I'm disrupting, to the point where you have to take me (out).' He's on his mind in terms of wanting to take the next step, and we were laughing; it was a cool moment. But you can tell BJ wants to make an impact on this team. He's worked his tail off to get to this point and we're seeing it every day.""He asked me today, 'What does it take to get thrown out of practice?'" Coach Coen on @bjgreenII wanting to be a disruptor during camp. pic.twitter.com/NImZ3eK7Jp Jacksonville Jaguars (@Jaguars) July 31, 2026Getting kicked out of practice as a pass rusher isn't a new topic among this Jaguars team with Coen at the helm. In fact, during his exit meeting with Travon Walker following the 2025 season, Coen told him that he wants to have to remove him from practice because Walker is being so disruptive and the offense can't accomplish anything.Green wants to reach that level as well. And that highlights the competitiveness that Green brings to this defense, something Josh Hines-Allen discussed recently."He's done a great job. Something we've been stressing with him is the run game. His get-off in the pass rush, we all appreciate; we gotta work with him on the top of the rush a little bit more, but his ability so far, especially the last two days, of setting vertical edges in the run game, that's been something, you look at him, he's explosive, he can get underneath your pads. He's kind of a problem for tight ends, especially at the point of attack when he can get underneath them. I've been very pleased with him."Green is competing with Danny Striggow, Wesley Williams, and Zach Durfee for the rotational defensive end reps behind Hines-Allen and Walker.This article originally appeared on Jaguars Wire: Why Jaguars defender wants to get 'thrown out' of practice

Ogden's Elle Weston (2) does some footwork to evade Manti forward Andelyn Dewey (3) during the 3A girls soccer state championship game held at America First Field in Sandy on Saturday, Oct. 25, 2025. | Isaac Hale, Deseret News The 2026 high school girls soccer season gets underway next week for teams in Class 3A and throughout the state. To prepare fans for the upcoming season, the Deseret News has compiled capsules for every team in 3A. Every school was invited to participate and submit information.The region rankings are based on coaches preseason projections.There are two new girls soccer coaches in 3A this year: TBD (North Sanpete) and TBD (Providence Hall).Here are the 3A teams and players to watch this upcoming season.insert region 1 graphicRegion 121. Ogden Tigers2026 ScheduleHead coach: Alexis King (3rd year).2025 record: 17-2 (first in Region 12 with a 8-0 record).2025 RPI ranking: No. 1 in 3A.2025 postseason: Beat Manti, 5-1, in the 3A Championship.2025 offense: 5 gpg (No. 2 in 3A)2025 defense: 0.9 gpg (No. 2 in 3A)Additional info not provided2. Grantsville Cowboys2026 ScheduleHead coach: Stephen Duggan (2nd year).2025 record: 12-7 (second in Region 12 with a 6-2 record).2025 RPI ranking: No. 4 in 3A.2025 postseason: Eliminated by Ogden, 7-1, in the 3A Semifinals.2025 offense: 3.2 gpg (No. 5 in 3A)2025 defense: 3.4 gpg (No. 11 in 3A)Returning contributorsLindsey Orton, Central MF, Sr.Sophie Lawton, D, Sr.Lindsey Wangsgard, Striker, Jr.Kamry Allen, Striker, Jr.Alyssa Stevens, MF, Jr. Rylee Douglass, D, So.Key newcomersWe have a lot of new players coming in who look like they could play an important role during the season.Coach comment: We are looking forward to another great year with the girls. We will try and emulate our success from last year, and that will be our aim. However, we are more than aware that we have an extremely strong classification to compete in and there are a lot of really good teams which will stand in our way. Our focus will be performance over result, and our main goal will be that our players have an enjoyable season. Thus, we enter into the season with the motto, Together as one, and thats all we can ask from the girls that they give it their all and do the best that can, and that will always be good enough for us. 3. Morgan Trojans2026 ScheduleHead coach: Bryan Searle (13th year).2025 record: 5-12 (third in Region 12 with a 3-5 record).2025 RPI ranking: No. 9 in 3A.2025 postseason: Eliminated by Ogden, 8-1, in the 3A Quarterfinals.2025 offense: 2.1 gpg (No. 7 in 3A)2025 defense: 4 gpg (No. 13 in 3A)Additional info not provided4. Logan Grizzlies2026 ScheduleHead coach: Natalie Norris (9th year).2025 record: 4-11 (fourth in Region 12 with a 2-6 record).2025 RPI ranking: No. 10 in 3A.2025 postseason: Eliminated by Carbon, 1-0, in the 3A Quarterfinals.2025 offense: 1 gpg (No. 13 in 3A)2025 defense: 2.7 gpg (No. 9 in 3A)Additional info not provided5. Ben Lomond Scots2026 ScheduleHead coach: Sarah Espinoza (6th year).2025 record: 4-11 (fifth in Region 12 with a 1-7 record).2025 RPI ranking: No. 13 in 3A.2025 postseason: Eliminated by Grantsville, 8-0, in the 3A First round.2025 offense: 0.7 gpg (No. 14 in 3A)2025 defense: 3.5 gpg (No. 12 in 3A)Returning contributorsRegahn Espinoza, MF, So.Lorena Hernandez Dias, Striker, Sr.Coach comment: Hope to build a strong foundation for a young team. Want to be competitive in preseason and be strong and do our best in region.insert region 1 graphicRegion 131. Manti Templars2026 ScheduleHead coach: Nate Bridges (6th year).2025 record: 14-5 (second in Region 13 with a 6-2 record).2025 RPI ranking: No. 3 in 3A.2025 postseason: Eliminated by Ogden, 5-1, in the 3A Championship.2025 offense: 4.1 gpg (No. 3 in 3A)2025 defense: 1.4 gpg (No. 4 in 3A)Returning contributorsMadelyn Bridges, M, Jr.McKinzee Chidester, F, Sr.Madi Cox, M, Jr.Andelyn Dewey, D, Jr.Chloe Olson, F, Sr.Carlie Rasmussen, D, Sr.Haddie Rasmussen, M, Sr.AJ Robbins, G, Sr.Key newcomersElaina Dewey, D, SoAdelie Douglas, F, SoBrenna Larsen, F, SoElla Thompson, D, Sr.Nellie Van Orman, M, SoCoach comment: We are looking forward to a great season.2. Carbon Dinos2026 ScheduleHead coach: Cynthia Lancaster (14th year).2025 record: 17-3 (first in Region 13 with a 8-0 record).2025 RPI ranking: No. 2 in 3A.2025 postseason: Eliminated by Manti, 3-2, in the 3A Semifinals.2025 offense: 5.6 gpg (No. 1 in 3A)2025 defense: 0.8 gpg (No. 1 in 3A)Returning contributorsMadi Barlow, GK, Sr.Blythe Bradford, F, Sr.Lydia Lancaster, D, Sr.Andrea Swasey, D, Sr.Chrissy Jones, MF, Sr.Saren Nelson, MF, Sr.Kayla Jones, MF, Sr.Malia Smith, F, Jr.Elsie Morley, D, Jr.Josie Yates, D, Jr.Naomi Smith, F, So. Key newcomersMaeve Bradford, D, Fr.Klara King, MF, Fr.Coach comment: We have an experienced team who has been working hard in the off season to prepare for the upcoming high school season. We have full confidence that if we play as a team and give 100 percent in every game that we will make it far into the postseason. 3. Union Cougars2026 ScheduleHead coach: Atlee Zipf (7th year).2025 record: 8-10 (tied for third in Region 13 with a 3-5 record).2025 RPI ranking: No. 7 in 3A.2025 postseason: Eliminated by Logan, 1-0, in the 3A First round.2025 offense: 1.7 gpg (No. 9 in 3A)2025 defense: 2.7 gpg (No. 8 in 3A)Returning contributorsBecca Bingham, Goalie, Sr.Charlee Kesler, MF, Sr.Devri Duncan, MF, So.Lynli Jones, F, Jr.Josilyn Gordon, MF, Sr.Desi Soto, D, So.Abby Jensen, D, So.Leili Escobar, F, Jr.Isabelle Marquez, F, Sr.Key newcomersZoey Murphy, MF, So.Ellie King, D, So.Elsie Gardner, MF, Fr.Jenna Seely, D, Fr.Lily Sessions, F, Fr.Zoey Chapman, F, Fr.Coach comment: This year should be a good year with a lot of returning players who saw a lot of time last year. We are excited to compete and build in the preseason to challenge a competitive region again this year. This year we also add a lot of talented underclassmen who should contribute at the varsity level.4. North Sanpete Hawks2026 ScheduleHead coach: TBD2025 record: 4-11 (tied for third in Region 13 with a 3-5 record).2025 RPI ranking: No. 11 in 3A.2025 postseason: Eliminated by Richfield, 2-0, in the 3A First round.2025 offense: 1.5 gpg (No. 11 in 3A)2025 defense: 2.9 gpg (No. 10 in 3A)Additional info not provided5. Emery Spartans2026 ScheduleHead coach: Pennie Stewart (3rd year).2025 record: 4-13 (fifth in Region 13 with a 0-8 record).2025 RPI ranking: No. 14 in 3A.2025 postseason: Eliminated by Manti, 8-0, in the 3A First round.2025 offense: 1.5 gpg (No. 10 in 3A)2025 defense: 5.6 gpg (No. 15 in 3A)Additional info not providedinsert region 1 graphicRegion 141. Canyon View Falcons2026 ScheduleHead coach: Steve Newman (9th year).2025 record: 12-7 (first in Region 14 with a 8-0 record).2025 RPI ranking: No. 5 in 3A.2025 postseason: Eliminated by Grantsville, 2-1, in the 3A Quarterfinals.2025 offense: 2.1 gpg (No. 8 in 3A)2025 defense: 1.8 gpg (No. 5 in 3A)Additional info not provided2. Richfield Wildcats2026 ScheduleHead coach: David Tait (12th year).2025 record: 14-6 (second in Region 14 with a 5-3 record).2025 RPI ranking: No. 6 in 3A.2025 postseason: Eliminated by Manti, 3-1, in the 3A Quarterfinals.2025 offense: 3.4 gpg (No. 4 in 3A)2025 defense: 1.3 gpg (No. 3 in 3A)Returning contributorsClaire Hulet, MF, Sr.Callie Hulet, MF, Sr.Sydney Brown, MF, Jr.Destry Probert, D, Jr.Key newcomersBrielle Tait, Goalie, Sr.Coach comment: Excited to continue to build on the solid structure last years team established.3. Juab Wasps2026 ScheduleHead coach: Lisa Kay (15th year).2025 record: 7-11 (fourth in Region 14 with a 3-5 record).2025 RPI ranking: No. 12 in 3A.2025 postseason: Eliminated by Canyon View, 1-0, in the 3A First round.2025 offense: 2.3 gpg (No. 6 in 3A)2025 defense: 2.1 gpg (No. 6 in 3A)Returning contributorsEli Abbott, OB, Jr. RaeLee Bosh outside back/, Wing, Sr.Brooklyn Douglas, MF, Sr. Edith Gilbert, MF, Sr.Key newcomersMcKynlee Braithwaite, Mid, So. Sloane Davis, CB, So. Cynthia Rios, CB, So. Tenley Blackett, MF, So. Nataul Buck, F, So. Coach comment: Excited to see the chemistry of the new team.4. Delta Rabbits2026 ScheduleHead coach: Shanae Eyre (9th year).2025 record: 9-11 (third in Region 14 with a 4-4 record).2025 RPI ranking: No. 8 in 3A.2025 postseason: Eliminated by Morgan, 6-0, in the 3A First round.2025 offense: 1.4 gpg (No. 12 in 3A)2025 defense: 2.3 gpg (No. 7 in 3A)Returning contributorsBostyn Nielson, MF, Sr.Maggie Taylor, MF, Sr.Litzy Caudillo, MF, Sr.Mayzi Bryan, D, So. Izzy Bryan, D, Sr.Key newcomersQuincy Nielson, MF, So. Salem Smith, MF, Jr.Avery Young, MF, Jr.Audrey Anderson, MF, Jr.Avee Porter, F, So. Coach comment: Im excited for the upcoming season and what this group is capable of accomplishing together. The girls are eager to put in the work, continue growing as players and teammates, and compete with the grit and determination that defines our program. We cant wait to get started and represent our school with pride.5. Providence Hall Patriots2026 ScheduleHead coach: (1st year).2025 record: 1-14 (fifth in Region 14 with a 0-8 record).2025 RPI ranking: No. 15 in 3A.2025 postseason: Eliminated by Carbon, 12-0, in the 3A First round.2025 offense: 0.2 gpg (No. 15 in 3A)2025 defense: 4.3 gpg (No. 14 in 3A)Additional info not provided