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2 Connecticut swimmers qualify to advance at the Paris Olympics
Multiple Connecticut swimmers competed in the pool at the Paris Olympics on Saturday and two qualified to advance. Ridgefield's Kieran Smith competed in the men's 400m freestyle, but did not qualify for the next round. This was the same event where he won his bronze medal three years ago. Kate...
Hometown oarsman rows for Team USA at Olympics
WESTPORT — A hometown oarsman is rowing his boat in a quest for Olympics glory in Paris. Oliver Bub, a 2020 graduate of Dartmouth College and 2016 Staples High School alumnus, will hit the water Sunday representing Team USA in the men’s pair competition at the Vaires-sur-Marne Nautical Stadium.
ToquiNotes: Lessons from Pap Jiggs, Coach Shields have Rick Johnson Ready to Return YMCA to Heyday
Bridgeport’s Rick Johnson has had access to a family farm all of his life. In fact, there are roughly 130 pristine acres he could hunt and fish on anytime that he wants. There is only one issue with that. That may seem odd to those who know Johnson. If...
Bethlehem athlete competing in modern pentathlon in Paris
BETHLEHEM, Conn. (WTNH) — From Bethlehem to Paris — Jessica Savner is ready to compete in the pentathlon at the 2024 Olympics. “The Pentathlon is a five-sport event — running, swimming, shooting, show jumping and fencing” Savner said. She said fencing is her strongest sport. She was a walk-on in college, which meant she had […]
Cranston Western Little League wins New England Regional Softball Championship
BRISTOL, Conn. (WLNE) — The Cranston Western Little League Team won the Little League Softball New England Regional Championship Friday. The team defeated the Milford, Connecticut team 6-3 and have secured a ticket to the Little League World Series.
Taj Bryant Commits to Sacred Heart University Pioneers Men’s Basketball Program
Class of 2024 The Patrick School (N.J.) and PSA Cardinals point guard Taj Bryant has committed to Division I Sacred Heart University Pioneers Men’s basketball program, yesterday multiple basketball media outlets wrote on X. The thought among high school basketball insiders was that Bryant might reclassify into the 2025...
Traffic alert: CT Challenge cycles through town Saturday
WESTPORT — Traffic flow through town will be affected Saturday as several routes of the annual CT Challenge bicycle ride are mapped along local streets. The CT Challenge, founded in 2005, attracts hundreds of bicyclists who raise money to support cancer survivors. This year’s event, based at Greenfield Hill...
Photo of the Day: Beach Bocce
Playing bocce at Calf Pasture Beach, Alex Marsan lines up her shot while her husband Steve anxiously looks on during a practice game on Monday, July 15. On Wednesday nights, their team, the ENO All-Stars, competes in the 32- team Rebecca DiPanni Memorial Bocce League. “We wanted something to do together, and it’s really fun,” said Alex.
Stratford's Alyssa Naeher set for third Olympics in Paris with USWNT
The women's soccer tournament at the Olympics kicks off Thursday in Paris and the United States women's national team will take on Zambia at 3 p.m. ET in their opening match. Stratford's Alyssa Naeher will be in goal for the U.S. and will be one of the keys to the teams success.
Bridgeport High School Football Team's 2024 Team Shop Open for Limited Time
The 2024 Team Shop for the Bridgeport High School football team is now open. A variety of apparel options are available but the store will only be open to place orders for the next four days in order for items to be shipped quickly and in time for the upcoming season.
Anderson Leads SteepleCats Past Danbury
NORTH ADAMS, Mass. -- Aedan Anderson went 3-for-4 with a home run and a double Friday to lead the North Adams SteepleCats to a 12-8 win over Danbury, Conn., Westerners in the New England Collegiate Baseball League. The SteepleCats broke a 7-7 tie with a five-run seventh inning on the...
Wilton YMCA to Start Special Olympics Bocce & Croquet Programs
The Riverbrook Regional YMCA/Wilton Branch will begin offering Special Olympics Bocce and Special Olympics Croquet programs starting this weekend. Practice for both programs will be on Sundays, beginning on Sunday, July 28. Bocce practice will run 10-11 a.m. and croquet practice will run 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. The session runs for six weeks, and the program fees are $40 for members and $50 for non-members.
Trade Turns Out for Annual CPSA Golf Tournament
The Connecticut Package Stores Association (CPSA) hosted its 2024 golf tournament at the Whitney Farms Golf Club in Monroe on June 12. More than 150 association members and trade guests gathered for a morning shotgun start to play 18 holes, which also featured a luncheon, raffle prizes and tournament awards. Event sponsors included Allan S. Goodman; Anheuser-Busch; Bacardi USA; Brescome Barton; Brown-Forman; Campari America; Connecticut Distributors, Inc.; Connecticut Beverage Journal; Constellation Brands; Deutsch Family Wine & Spirits; Diageo; Diageo Beer Division/Guinness; Eder Bros., Inc.; E. & J. Gallo Winery; Hartford Distributors, Inc.; Martignetti Companies; Moët Hennessy; Molson Coors; Northeast Beverage Corp. of CT & Levine Distributing Co.; Palm Bay; Proximo Spirits; Slocum & Sons; Suntory Global Spirits; Tito’s Handmade Vodka; and William Grant & Sons, among others. The CPSA team works on behalf of package store owners on industry issues within each legislative session and offers industry meetings, conferences and events throughout the year.
Nearly a Quarter Century and $2M-Plus Later, Annual Medbrook Children's Charity Golf Tourney is Back
It may have a cliché flavor to it when saying an event is on “cruise control,” but when it comes to the Medbrook Children's Charity “Party with a Purpose” Children's Charity Golf Classic at The Pete Dye Golf Club in Bridgeport, it is appropriate. The...
Fairfield University Women’s Basketball: New Schedule and Title Quest in 2024
The Fairfield University Women's Basketball team has announced their 20-game conference schedule, set to commence on Dec. 21. The schedule includes 10 away games and 10 games at the Leo D. Mahoney Arena. Coming off a perfect MAAC season, the team looks forward to defending their fifth MAAC Championship Title.
WestConn Men’s Basketball Hires MacKinnon As Assistant Coach
DANBURY, Conn. – Western Connecticut State University Head Men’s Basketball Coach Guy Rancourt has announced the hiring of Brendan MacKinnon to the position of assistant coach, replacing Steven Rudd who served in the same position in 2023-24. MacKinnon departs the Dayton University Flyers’ men’s basketball program where he learned under Head Coach Anthony Grant’s tutelage the past four years. “Brendan MacKinnon is a proven winner and we couldn’t ask for a better fit in our program”, said Coach Rancourt. “He has a true passion for the game. Brendan is committed to helping those he works with get better on and…
Photos: BHS Football Team Takes Part in Annual X Games to Close Out Summer Flex Period
The Bridgeport High School football team wrapped up the summer flex period with its annual X Games on Thursday. The players were grouped by class and they competed in a soccer shootout, tug of war, a version of punt, pass and kick, an egg toss and basketball before being treated to a cookout from the parents and boosters.
Bridgeport Post 68 Faces Potomac Valley Post 64 in First Round of American Legion State Tournament
Bridgeport Post 68 will begin play in the 2024 West Virginia American Legion Baseball State Tournament at 10 a.m. today. Post 68 (18-13) meets Potomac Valley Post 64 (16-13) in the first game of the double-elimination event at PO Faulkner Park in Martinsburg. The winner will advance to play the...
Women’s Lacrosse Honored by IWLCA for Academic Success
NORTHBOROUGH, Mass.— The Sacred Heart University women's lacrosse team was named to the 2024 Intercollegiate Women's Lacrosse Coaches Association (IWLCA) Academic Honor Squad. In addition, nine Pioneers were named to the Division I Academic Honor Roll, as announced by the organization on Wednesday afternoon. Sacred Heart joins 325 schools in all Division I, II, III and NAIA in receiving this honor. The Pioneers have earned this accolade in seven out of the last eight seasons and was also one of just five schools in the NEC to receive the award. To qualify, the team must post a 3.2 or higher...
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