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CT teens to compete in international baseball competition
(WFSB) - Summertime has long been baseball season and at the youth level that means a lot of all-star play. For a couple of Connecticut teenagers that means a trip to the Bahamas for a big international competition. Lorenzo Flores from Bridgeport and Waterbury’s Issac Leon are two members of...
Swimming areas at 3 state parks closed due to bacteria
HARTFORD, Conn — The swimming areas in three state parks are closed to swimmers Tuesday after indicator bacteria was found in the water. Day Pond State Park in Colchester, Wadsworth Falls State Park in Middlefield/Middletown and Wharton Brook State Park in Wallingford had their swimming areas closed. Indicator bacteria...
Road to Paris: Jess Savner is a first-time Olympian from Bethlehem
NBC Connecticut’s "Road to Paris" is counting down the days to the start of the 2024 Paris Olympics by highlighting local athletes who will represent Connecticut on the world stage this summer. Every Monday at 5 p.m. from July 1 to July 22, we will introduce you to one...
Branford Youth Football League gears up for exciting season
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com The Branford Youth Football League and Cheerleading is eagerly preparing for the upcoming season, which promises to be full of excitement and competition. Early registration ends on Thursday, July 4, so now is the time for parents to sign up their young athletes. The registration fee for football will increase to $65 after July 4, so early registration is encouraged to take advantage of the current rate. The cheerleading registration fee will remain at $125, and participants will get to keep their uniforms and pom-poms. The season will run from the beginning of August through mid-October, catering to various age groups. These inclu.
Lovshin, Pretre Compete at Canadian Championships
NEW HAVEN, Conn. -- Yale women's cross country/track and field was well-represented at Canada's Track and Field Trials at the Claude Robillard Sports Complex in Montreal this week. Kyra Pretre '24 placed 11th in the 3000m steeplechase final Thursday night with a time of 10:48.73. Incoming first year Muriel Lovshin (Toronto, Ont.) placed second in the U20 5000m championship with a time of 17:31.33 Thursday and eighth in the U20 3000m championship with a time of 10:00.55 Sunday. Pretre recently concluded her Yale career in the NCAA East First Round meet, placing 14th in her steeplechase heat with a time...
SCSU Men’s Soccer Announces 2024 Schedule
NEW HAVEN, Conn. – Southern Connecticut State University Men's Soccer has announced its 2024 schedule. The Owls will host seven home games at Jess Dow Field this season. The Owls will open the 2024 season at home on Thursday, Sept. 5 in a 12:00 p.m. non-conference matchup against Bloomfield College. Southern will go on the road to play the University of Bridgeport on Sept. 8 and then, the Owls will make the trip to face West Chester University of Pennsylvania on Sept. 14. Southern Connecticut returns home on Sept. 18 to play Queens College. The Owls open Northeast-10 Conference play...
Epke Selected to 2024 US U20 Women’s National Team
SPARKS, Md. – James Madison lacrosse attacker Maddie Epke has been selected to the 2024 US U20 Women's National Team, as announced by USA Lacrosse on Tuesday. Epke and the team will travel to Hong Kong, China to compete in the 2024 Women's U20 Championship from August 15 to August 25. The competition field consists of 20 teams from different countries around the world.
Goose Wraps Summer Tour With Tennis Stadium Blowouts In New York & New Haven [Photos/Videos]
After spending most of the month of June on the road checking off a number of its biggest venues to date, Connecticut quintet Goose returned home to the Tri-State Area on Saturday and Sunday for notable gigs at a pair of former tennis stadiums in New York (Forest Hills Stadium, 6/29/24) and New Haven (Westville Music Bowl, 6/30/24).
Highlighting Spring Academic Success, SCSU Owls Place 284 On NE10 Academic Honor Roll
Southern Connecticut State University Athletics & Recreation featured 284 student-athletes placed on the Northeast-10 Conference Spring 2024 Academic Honor Roll. Of the 284 student-athletes, 40 received Academic Excellence recognition after registering a 4.00 grade-point average for the Spring semester. The Owls also had 147 student-athletes finish with a GPA of 3.50 to 3.99 and were recognized with Academic Distinction honors. The remaining 97 student-athletes received Academic Honors with a GPA from 3.00 to 3.49.
Geffen Named 2024 IRCA All-American
NEW HAVEN, Conn. – Harry Geffen of the Yale heavyweight crew team has been named Empacher-Intercollegiate Rowing Coaches Association (IRCA) All-Americans. To be named an "All-American", rowers and coxswains must have met the following criteria: The student-athlete must meet all eligibility rules defined by their institution. The student must have raced in their team's varsity boat for the current spring racing season The student-athlete must be nominated by their institution The head coach of the student athlete's institution must be in good standing with the IRCA Nominated student-athletes are then selected by the IRCA Board of Directors to "1st team",...
Mets Win, Little League Scores, Tatum Signs Extension With Celtics
Mets 9 Nationals 7(10); the Yankees and Red Sox had Monday night off. Hamden 4 Orange 3 (completion of suspended game from Sun. 6/30) Standings: Hamden 6-0, Milford 5-1, Orange 5-1, Cheshire 3-3, Max Sinoway 2-4, Branford 2-4, Pop Smith 1-5, East Haven 0-6 Tuesday 7/2. Hamden at Milford, Orange...
Yale Bulldogs Shine with 10 All-Academic Team Selections in Divisions I, II, & III
Ten Bulldogs from Yale have been named to the 2024 New England Intercollegiate Lacrosse Association (NEILA) All-Academic Team, recognizing their excellence both on the field and in the classroom. 59 colleges and universities were represented in all three divisions. Nominees needed a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher and to...
Yale Field Hockey 2024 Schedule: 16 Games Against Top Teams, Melissa Gonzalez Head Coach
Yale's field hockey team announces its challenging 2024 schedule, featuring matchups against top national teams and regional rivals, with 16 games including Ivy League and non-league matches. Yale's regular season comprises 16 games, including seven Ivy League and nine non-league games. The Bulldogs play four teams ranked in the top...
Joe Van Gilder Promoted to Associate Head Coach: Record-Breaking Success in Track & Field
The Quinnipiac women's cross country and track and field program promoted Joe Van Gilder to associate head coach for the upcoming 2024-25 campaign, recognizing his key role in the team's recent successes, including breaking its MAAC Outdoor Championships points record at Rider in May. Van Gilder enters his sixth season...
Record Number of Post University Athletes on CACC’s 2024 Spring Academic Honor Roll
175 Student-Athletes from Post University were honored on the CACC Spring 2024 Academic Honor Roll, with GPAs between 3.0 and 4.0 during the spring semester. Post athletes achieved various levels, including 34 at the Commissioner's Level (3.0-3.49 GPA), 93 at the Presidents' Level (3.50-3.99 GPA), and 48 at the FAR Award of Distinction Level. Notable students who reached the FAR Award of Distinction Level include Evan Cornwell, Nico Gaudio, and Maya Klein.
Guilford Seals the Deal on First Time Series Win at Beaver Dam Raceway
Guilford Seals the Deal on First Time Series Win at Beaver Dam Raceway. 30 sprint cars checked into Beaver Dam Raceway to conclude the June portion of the Bumper to Bumper IRA Sprint Car Schedule for an open wheel spectacular. Fans were treated to a thrilling feature and magnificent fireworks show put on by the track.
Hartford HealthCare Women’s Championship LPGA Epson Tour: July 12-14 at Great River Golf Club in Milford
NEW HAVEN, Conn. (WTNH) – Connecticut’s Morning Buzz Host Natasha Lubczenko recently met with Patrick O’Connor, Tournament Director of the Hartford Healthcare Women’s Championship, and Margot Rouquette, an Epson Tour athlete. They got together in our studio, to discuss the upcoming tournament at Great River Golf Club, in Milford, which takes place from July 12th to 14th. This event features future stars of the LPGA Tour, competing against one another on one of the most challenging courses of the season.
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