Friday's Sports Extravaganza: Games to Watch and Why They Matter

Friday, Jan. 2, is packed with sports action across various channels. College basketball takes center stage early, with key matchups like Southern Cal at Michigan and Oregon at Maryland. Later, college football fans can catch exciting bowl games, including the Lockheed Martin Armed Forces Bowl and the Duke’s Mayo Bowl. Golf enthusiasts can tune in to the TGL event on ESPN2, while high school basketball features top teams like Rainier Beach and Matar Dei.Hockey lovers have plenty to watch, with the IIHF World Junior Hockey Championship and the NHL’s Winter Classic. NBA fans can catch late-night games, and tennis fans can follow the United Cup. Don’t forget the Saudi Pro League soccer match and speedskating trials for the Winter Olympics. There’s something for everyone, making it a great day for sports fans.