After being traded by the Los Angeles Lakers to the Los Angeles Clippers last week, 21 year-old Croatian center Ivica Zubac played his first game back in LA Wednesday night against the Phoenix Suns. Zubac was praised by NBA Hall of Famer and current Clipper executive Jerry West as well as owner Steve Ballmer. When legendary Clippers announcer Ralph Lawler was asked about … [Read more...] about Zubac Plays 1st Game In Los Angeles As Clipper, Praised By Jerry West & Steve Ballmer
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Zubac Turning Up For New Years After Hot December In Laker Gold
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Los Angeles Lakers center Ivica Zubac talks about his "18 point-11 rebound" game against the Warriors on Christmas night and what his phone looked liked after. The third-year NBA player mentions his plans for New Year's alongside veteran 'Dancing' Lance Stephenson. Zubac had an impressive 3-game stretch in December where he shot 78% from the field, averaged 17 points, … [Read more...] about Zubac Turning Up For New Years After Hot December In Laker Gold
Make Šuker Great Again
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Dear Croatia Fans, MAKE ŠUKER GREAT AGAIN The honeymoon is over. The 2018 World Cup has officially cemented its place in Croatia’s rich history. The players have returned to their clubs, and Modrić was named best footballer on the planet. So, what now? We all want that summer back in our lives. No matter where you were on this … [Read more...] about Make Šuker Great Again
LIVE From The 44th Annual Croatian Soccer Tournament of Australia & New Zealand
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Josip Hercog goes live 'Down Under' for CroatianSports.com during the 44th Annual Croatian Soccer Tournament of Australia & New Zealand. The tournament took place in Gold Coast this year and consists of over 1,000 registered football players with 5,000 patrons looking on every evening of the four-day tournament. It's the largest Croatian tournament in the world … [Read more...] about LIVE From The 44th Annual Croatian Soccer Tournament of Australia & New Zealand
Anthony Zorić Talks World Cup, Niko Kovač
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CroatianSports.com would like to officially welcome Anthony Zorić to the family; just in time for the World Cup. On Sunday, we discussed Croatia's World Cup chances, Niko Kovač's tenure with the national team and some jersey history. Anthony Zorić has been a huge part of the Croatian community in Los Angeles and has a vast knowledge of the "beautiful game." Follow him on … [Read more...] about Anthony Zorić Talks World Cup, Niko Kovač
Chicago’s ‘Crven Bijeli Plavi Jadran’ Making Historic Trip To Australia
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Croatian-American amateur soccer club "Crven Bijeli Plavi Jadran" from Chicago will be making a historic trip to Australia in September to be a part of the 44th Annual CSAA tournament held in Gold Coast. Team manager Mark "Buco" Lončar will bring the first North American Croatian team to play 'Down Under' after already playing in their native North America and in Croatia during … [Read more...] about Chicago’s ‘Crven Bijeli Plavi Jadran’ Making Historic Trip To Australia
Zubac Game Time Decision For Easter Mass, Laughs At MVP Chants
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Los Angeles Lakers center Ivica Zubac had a monster 14-point fourth quarter Friday night; helping Laker nation erase a 17-point Bucks lead to force overtime. The Lakers would eventually fall to Giannis Antetokounmpo's Bucks in overtime, but not before the entire Staples Center erupted in M-V-P! chants for the 21 year-old Zubac. Zubac, although appreciative of the MVP … [Read more...] about Zubac Game Time Decision For Easter Mass, Laughs At MVP Chants
Croatia-Mexico Postgame: Šuker Shy, Ćorluka Ready
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So what did we learn tonight for the Croatia-Mexico postgame interviews? Croatian players do not like giving interviews? (or they're not allowed to) Vedran Ćorluka is ready to play in the World Cup as a starter. Ivan Rakitić is a team player and true captain for making the trip to Dallas. Davor Šuker is just a shy guy; as he didn't … [Read more...] about Croatia-Mexico Postgame: Šuker Shy, Ćorluka Ready
Croatia Trains At Cowboys Stadium In Front Of Mexico Clash
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Croatia has landed in Dallas. And Modrić, Mandžukić, Perišić, Subašić, Brozović, Kalinić have already gone home. The Vatreni "backup" squad will take on Mexico in front of nearly 100,000 screaming Mexican fans Tuesday night. CroatianSports.com joined Ivan Rakitić and manager Zlatko Dalić before their last training session Monday night. Dalić on … [Read more...] about Croatia Trains At Cowboys Stadium In Front Of Mexico Clash