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Jack Gallagher

Named a top 10 columnist by the Associated Press Sports Editors for his work in 2004, Jack Gallagher has been a sports journalist in Japan for more than 15 years. He has covered numerous events both domestically and internationally, including the Super Bowl, World Cup and Olympics. He was previously an executive in public relations in both the NBA and NFL Europe. He is a native of San Jose, Calif., and a graduate of the University of Southern California.

MORE SPORTS

Jun 17, 2012

Takahashi teams up with Morozov again

The skating world was rocked by a bombshell announcement on Friday, one that many thought was nearly impossible.

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Figure Skating / ICE TIME

May 16, 2012

Suzuki aiming higher following best season of career

Coming off the best season of her long career, one might think world bronze medalist Akiko Suzuki could be content to retire from competition and turn to show skating.

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TENNIS

Apr 25, 2012

Japan's return to Fed Cup World Group brings new challenge

Japan's 4-1 victory over Belgium in their Fed Cup World Group playoff last weekend will put the host nation back into the event's top tier next year for the first time since 2007.

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TENNIS

Apr 23, 2012

In-form Japan secures return to Fed Cup World Group

Ayumi Morita clinched victory for Japan with a 7-5, 6-2 triumph over Belgium's Tamaryn Hendler in the opening reverse singles match of their Fed Cup World Group playoff on Sunday.

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TENNIS

Apr 22, 2012

Japan takes Fed Cup lead

Veterans Ayumi Morita and Kimiko Date-Krumm staked Japan to a 2-0 lead over Belgium on the first day of their Fed Cup World Group playoff at Ariake Colosseum on Saturday.

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Apr 21, 2012

Takahashi dazzles as Japan increases lead at World Team Trophy

Powered by another stellar performance by Daisuke Takahashi, Japan opened up an eight-point lead over the United States on the second day of the World Team Trophy on Friday.

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MORE SPORTS / ICE TIME

Apr 8, 2012

Japan's strong showing at worlds bodes well for future

Though much attention was placed on Mao Asada's disappointing sixth-place finish at the world championships in Nice, France, it was still a fine showing for Japan.

BASKETBALL

Feb 27, 2012

Defensive intensity propels B-Corsairs past Shining Suns

Justin Burrell scored 17 points and hauled in 18 rebounds as the Yokohama B-Corsairs routed the Miyazaki Shining Suns 81-64 on Sunday afternoon at Yokohama International Pool.

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SPORTS / SPORTS SCOPE

Feb 15, 2012

Lin's ascendancy provides a profound lesson for all

When you have been in this business for a long time, it's easy to become jaded. Players, coaches, executives and trends come and go.

BASKETBALL

Feb 12, 2012

Veterans carry Evessa past Brave Warriors in series-opening triumph

Mike Bell scored 17 points and Lynn Washington and Wayne Marshall added 14 each as the Osaka Evessa notched their third straight victory with an 80-73 triumph over the Shinshu Brave Warriors on Saturday night.

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TENNIS

Feb 11, 2012

Japan, Croatia tied after Nishikori fails to follow Soeda's lead

Japan and Croatia are tied 1-1 after the opening day of their Davis Cup World Group first-round tie on Friday at Bourbon Beans Dome.

Japan Times

MORE SPORTS / ICE TIME

Feb 8, 2012

Mao's push for third world title starts at Four Continents

Mao Asada ended last year with a month of triumph and tragedy that are hard to imagine.

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SPORTS / SPORTS SCOPE

Jan 25, 2012

Darvish could be in for rude awakening with Rangers

The worst way to start a new relationship of any kind is with a lie.

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MORE SPORTS / ICE TIME

Dec 14, 2011

Mao was blessed with a mother who gave it her all

The past few days have been very difficult. I'm fairly confident a lot of other folks share my sentiments.

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Nov 15, 2011

Takahashi turns in solid performance to defend NHK Trophy

Daisuke Takahashi defended his NHK Trophy title on Sunday with a solid showing in the free skate.

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Nov 13, 2011

Suzuki captures NHK Trophy; Mao second

In many ways, the triple axel has come to define Mao Asada. On Saturday night, it meant the difference between first place and second.

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MORE SPORTS / ICE TIME

Nov 9, 2011

Mao needs victory at NHK Trophy to regain confidence

Just over one year ago, Mao Asada entered the NHK Trophy coming off her second world title and a silver medal at the Vancouver Olympics. The stage was set for a triumphant return at the Grand Prix event in her hometown of Nagoya.

BASEBALL / Japanese Baseball

Oct 16, 2011

Coroner's Office says Irabu intoxicated at time of death

Former pitcher Hideki Irabu was severely intoxicated at the time of his death, according to the results of toxicology reports from the Los Angeles County Coroner's Office.

Japan Times

TENNIS

Sep 20, 2011

Davis Cup breakthrough sets Japan in right direction

The Davis Cup World Group Playoff tie between Japan and India over the weekend revealed the tennis fortunes of two nations moving in different directions.

Japan Times

TENNIS

Sep 19, 2011

Japan back in Davis Cup World Group after 26 years away

Japan stormed back into the World Group of the Davis Cup after a 26-year absence on Sunday with a 4-1 victory over India.

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