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Dallas resident Bryce Hoppel headed to the Paris Olympics with record-breaking time in 800m
Dallas resident Bryce Hoppel is headed to the Paris Olympics thanks to a record-breaking time and first-place finish in the 800-meter final at Olympic trials in Eugene, Oregon. “I just went out there and wanted to take it,” Hoppel said. “I wanted to make it fast. I’m just glad to...
Mansfield HS alum Joseph Brown throws his way on to Team USA
Joseph Brown, Mansfield High School alumni, can now add Olympian to his resume. “It’s a dream come true,” Brown said. “It still hasn’t fully sunk in yet, but I am incredibly honored to have this opportunity to represent our country on the biggest stage!”. Brown told...
From 0 to 26.2: A Non-Runner’s Guide to Preparing for the Dallas Marathon
Ever see something crazy on TikTok and think, “Oh, I could do that?” At 38 years old, Jes Frank got that feeling when he came across someone on the app documenting their half-marathon race. The thing is, Frank’s never done a half marathon, nor any other type of running event, for that matter.
Baseball history will be made in Arlington
Baseball history will be made in Arlington this month. When considering baseball history it is somewhat mind-boggling after all “modern day” baseball started 149 years ago. The National League formed in 1875. The American League came along in 1901 which is why it is called the “junior circuit” to this day.
Free climbing on Global Climbing Day in Dallas
DALLAS (KDAF) — To celebrate Global Climbing Day on July 13, Movement Gyms is offering a free day of climbing with competitions, swag, and more. At the Design District location, there will be music, classes, food, athlete clinics and meet and greets, community, and more. Some of the food vendors include Moon Wolf Coffee Provisions and Plant-Based Mexican, and a few of the community organization partners include Travelin’ The Rainbow, United Rocks, and Texas Lady Crushers.
Remarkable Baseball Art Exhibit by Arlington’s Own Steve Moya
As this year’s MLB All Star week unfolds to national attention centered on Arlington, there’s a unique companion event featuring the work of one of our city’s own premier artists, Steve Moya. Many will recognize Steve as the creator of Arlington’s “Best Outdoor Festival” that premiered in...
Live music, baseball games and new exhibitions in this week’s To-Do List
Residents can expect a variety of activities to choose from this week including Fourth of July festivities, Texas Rangers baseball games and more. The big cats are back at the Fort Worth Zoo. Come see the newly reopened Predators of Asia & Africa exhibit or venture to other exhibits like the Australian Outback or World of Primates. Tickets for July 3 will be half off for all visitors.
Olympic swimmer built right here in Rockwall
Rockwall, TX (July 1, 2024) – Trained at Rockwall Aquatics Center of Excellence, David Johnston comes into this year’s trials as reigning 2023 champion in 400m freestyle. David Johnston of Dallas was a determined swimmer at a very young age. Tom Applegate, then swim coach at the Plano YMCA and recent transplant to North Texas, recalls seeing David swim at the age of 6 and thought, “I want to work with that kid.”
SMU celebrates ACC membership with a party, lights, and mascots
DALLAS — Southern Methodist University is marking its first day as an official member of the Atlantic Coast Conference on Monday with a day of festivities including a kickoff party and ending with lighting the Dallas skyline in SMU colors.All 18 costumed mascots from ACC member teams, from the Duke Blue Devil to Louie the Cardinal, joined in on the celebration.SMU President R. Gerald Turner emphasized the significance of this partnership beyond athletics."It's important to Dallas," Turner said. "Dallas will have benefits from having all of these outstanding athletic programs with outstanding academic institutions they represent coming to Dallas on...
Rangers' Brock Burke: Sent to Triple-A
The Rangers optioned Burke to Triple-A Round Rock on Sunday, Evan Grant of The Dallas Morning News reports. The left-hander gave up three runs in his past two outings and will head to Triple-A in order to make room for infielder Jonathan Ornelas, who was called up Sunday. Burke has struggled to a 7.45 ERA and 11:6 K:BB in 10 outings for Texas this season.
Minor league update for 6/29/24
2023 7th rounder Izack Tiger made his full season debut in a start for Down East, allowing three runs in 3.2 IP, striking out four and walking one. Bryan Magdaleno allowed a run in two innings, striking out three and walking one. Jojo Blackmon homered. Echedry Vargas and Danyer Cueva...
Dallas Bears/TBRU, BearDance donate $165K
Each year, Dallas Bears and BearDance join together during the Texas Bear Round-Up weekend to raise money for organizations serving the North Texas LGBTQ and HIV/AIDS communities. Texas Bear Round-Up 28: The Roaring Twenties and BearDance: Jungle Roar, both held the third weekend in March this year, raised $165,000, and...
UFL Player Showcases Begin July 12
Registration is now open at www.showcases.theufl.com. Arlington, TX – July 1, 2024 – United Football League player showcases will begin on July 12. The showcases are for prospective football players looking for a chance to exhibit their skills in front of UFL coaches and personnel directors. Position players...
Former UTA Guard Vining Signs Pro Deal With Jämtland Basket Of The Swedish Basketball League
ARLINGTON, Texas – Former UT Arlington Mavericks guard Akili Vining has inked a overseas professional contract with KFUM Jämtland Basket of the Swedish Basketball League (SBL). This comes with a little over three months until the start of the 2024-25 season where Vining will be suiting up for...
Nineteen Teams Win Titles at 2024 Boys Junior National Championship
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (June 30, 2024) – The 2024 USA Volleyball Boys Junior National Championship concluded Saturday in Dallas, Texas, after four days of intense competition. IMUA Volleyball Club (Southern California Region) in Monterey County, Calif., was the only club to win two titles, as they took gold in...
Castillo, Goudeau, Martinez To Participate In 2024 HBCU Swingman Classic In Arlington, Texas On July 12
Texas Southern baseball will have three student-athletes playing in the second annual HBCU Swingman Classic presented by T-Mobile & powered by the MLB-MLBPA Youth Development Foundation on Friday, July 12 at Globe Life Field in Arlington, Texas. Representing TSU are infielder CJ Castillo, catcher Michael Goudeau and pitcher Domenic Martinez. Castillo is returning for his second consecutive classic while Goudeau and Martinez are making their classic debuts. The players for this second annual HBCU All-Star experience, during MLB All-Star Week, were selected by a committee which included Hall of Famer and MLB-MLBPA YDF Global Ambassador Ken Griffey Jr. in addition...
Minor league update for 6/30/24
Kolton Curtis started for Down East, going five innings, striking out five, walking two and allowing three runs, including a home run. Wilian Bormie threw three scoreless innings, walking one and striking out one. Marcos Torres tripled. Hickory starter Aidan Curry threw five innings, allowing a three run home run,...
Van Klaveren Named 2023-24 WAC Joe Kearney Award Winner
ARLINGTON, Texas – UT Arlington track and field star Lucas Van Klaveren was recognized as the 2023-24 Western Athletic Conference Joe Kearney Award winner. Named in honor of longtime WAC commissioner Joe Kearney, the awards are given annually to the top male and female student-athletes in the WAC during the preceding academic year.
Hilltop Visits - R. Gerald Turner: SMU leaves no stone unturned
Welcome to the continuing series of On The Pony Express “Hilltop Visits”. Periodically, yours truly will be joined by major players within the SMU community to discuss where things are and where they hope to trend as this University joined the ACC on July 1. We were very...
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