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PA-sired freshman trotting misses shine at Philly
Chester, PA – Two-year-old trotting fillies came to Harrah’s Philadelphia Wednesday (July 17) afternoon for the second preliminary rounds of the Pennsylvania Sire Stakes and Pennsylvania Stallion Series, and the biggest newsmaker was the sire Greenshoe, who fathered both winners in the Sire Stakes competition and also two of the successful Stallion Series fillies.
Upper Darby Native Rob Ellis to Take Glen Macnow’s Saturday Spot at WIP
Upper Darby native and longtime SportsRadio 94 WIP host Rob Ellis will replace the recently retired Glen Macnow on Saturdays, writes Jeff Blumenthal for Philadelphia Business Journal. He will join co-host and Philadelphia Inquirer columnist Mike Sielski. Macnow’s replacement for Sundays has not yet been announced. Ellis hosted “Ellis...
Royals Receive "No Place for Hate" Distinction
Black Rock Middle School has earned the "No Place for Hate" distinction for the 2023-24 school year from the Anti-Defamation League (ADL), a program that recognizes schools for their commitment to creating safe and inclusive environments. To receive the "No Place for Hate" designation, the Royals had to complete the...
West Philadelphia basketball coach looks to community for support
A West Philadelphia dad's basketball drills led to coaching a group of neighborhood kids competitively.Now, he's seeking a rebound of support to keep under-resourced kids shooting for success and the program running.Tevin Whitehead started with simple basketball drills to help his kids improve their skills on the court.Within weeks, the initiative swelled into 27 kids showing up to hoop at Miller Court.Now, Whitehead -- who runs an AAU team out of his own pocket -- is looking for help.You can get more information on the AAU team on their Instagram.Action News has more on his inspiring story in the video above.
1989 La Salle College grad takes home 9 medals from Transplant Games, 2019 grad wins Temple Challenge Cup
La Salle College High School in Wyndmoor shared that two alumni recently recorded major athletic accomplishments. Mike McGettigan, Class of 1989 (pictured above and below), a four-year swimmer for the Explorers, won nine medals (five gold) at the Transplant Games in Birmingham, Alabama after undergoing a liver transplant in 2022.
Philadelphia 5, New England 1
Philadelphia32—5 First Half_1, Philadelphia, Baribo, 4 (Martinez), 29th minute; 2, Philadelphia, Glesnes, 1 (Wagner), 39th; 3, Philadelphia, Baribo, 5 (Uhre), 44th. Second Half_4, New England, Harkes, 1 (Bajraktarevic), 50th; 5, Philadelphia, Baribo, 6 (Wagner), 52nd; 6, Philadelphia, Sullivan, 3 (Glesnes), 84th. Goalies_New England, Aljaz Ivacic, Earl Edwards Jr.; Philadelphia,...
The women behind the movement: Philly Girls Jump putting double Dutch on map
PHILADELPHIA (CBS) — Two best friends are putting double Dutch on the map in Philadelphia with Philly Girls Jump, and thousands of people are following along.It's the fancy footwork, staying in sync with the ropes, people watching and anticipating the tricks of more experienced jumpers. That's the excitement that comes along with double Dutch.Tanisha Rinehardt and her best friend Rasheedah Mclean started Philly Girls Jump in 2016.It all began with Rinehardt and McLean talking about ways they could start moving and be more active. McLean posted on Facebook, hoping some of their friends would join them to jump rope."We were...
Hey kids! Here is your chance to serve icy treats to players at Eagles training camp
PHILADELPHIA, Pa. -- The youngest Eagles fans are getting the chance to possibly serve Rita’s Italian Ice to football players. Rita’s Italian Ice & Frozen Custard is teaming up with the Philadelphia Eagles for the 2024 Rita’s Water Ice Kid sweepstakes. Starting Monday, parents or guardians of...
Retired Giants, Eagles star gets new job
Former Eagles and Giants cornerback Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie is joining the coaching staff at Bayshore High School in Bradenton, Florida. Bayshore announced the hire on the football team’s X account. If you purchase a product or register for an account through a link on our site, we may receive compensation....
UPDATED: Patriot graduate Kevin Warunek will sign with Philadelphia Phillies
Kevin Warunek didn’t care if the moment was near the end of the three-day, 20-round draft. If a Major League Baseball team felt he warranted a pick, the 2021 Patriot High School graduate was grateful. “If it’s day three, two or one, it doesn’t matter,” Warunek said. “I heard...
Germantown Academy alum picked up by Boston Red Sox in MLB Draft
Alex Bouchard, a 2021 graduate of Germantown Academy High School in Fort Washington, was selected by the Boston Red Sox as the 417th overall pick in the 14th round of the Major League Baseball Draft on Tuesday, July 16. Bouchard, a right-handed pitcher, spent his freshman season at Dickinson College...
Franchise-record 8 All-Stars reflection of what Phillies have done, not what they want to be
ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) — Having a franchise-record and MLB-high eight All-Stars is a reflection of what the Philadelphia Phillies have done so far this season, not what they expect to be when it is all done. Especially after how they finished each of the last two seasons. “Our goal...
Museum shows many Delco athletes were peers of national greats
Hoping to introduce the legions of world-class Delaware County athletes to people who simply might not know about them, the Sports Legends of Delaware County Museum (SLDCM), 301 Iven Ave., Wayne, has created a name-association game, comparing some local names to other athletic personalities that went on to fame throughout the past century.
Former Record-Setting Lancer Raider Tello Signs With Philadelphia Phillies
Raider Tello, an All-American from the 2022 Pasadena City College baseball team, has agreed to terms on a minor league contract with the Philadelphia Phillies today. Tello was an ABCA/Rawlings All-Midwest Region Second Team selection in a brilliant 2024 season playing for the University of Iowa Hawkeyes. Tello is the...
Spencer selected by Philadelphia Phillies in the 14th Round of the 2024 MLB Draft
TERRE HAUTE, Ind. – Indiana State left-hander Jared Spencer was selected by the Philadelphia Phillies in the 14th round of the 2024 MLB Draft. Spencer (Pick: 432) marks the 17th Indiana State baseball player drafted since 2014 and 93rd Sycamore to be taken in the MLB Draft since 1965. He joins fellow draftees Randal Diaz (Washington Nationals - 5th Round, Pick 141) and Luke Hayden (Cincinnati Reds – 8th Round, Pick 239) as the third Sycamore picked on over the three-day draft.
La Salle Mourns the Passing of Former Men's Basketball Star Joe Bryant
La Salle University Athletics is saddened by the loss of men's basketball legend Joe "Jellybean" Bryant, who passed away on Monday morning. Bryant, the father of NBA Hall of Famer Kobe Bryant, who passed away in 2020, was a star player at La Salle from 1973-75. He was a key member of the 1975 East Coast Conference Championship team, earning the Explorers an NCAA Tournament berth.
Parks & Rec draws teams for 2024 Philadelphia international unity cup’s women’s tournament
PHILADELPHIA. –Philadelphia Parks & Recreation Commissioner Susan Slawson announced today that teams have been drawn for the 2024 Philadelphia International Unity Cup Women’s Tournament. The draw took place at FDR Park in South Philadelphia. This is the second year that the women’s tournament will be a part of...
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