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Registration Open For $1K Haskell Capping Challenge
OCEANPORT, N.J. – Registration is now open for Monmouth Park’s $1,000 Haskell Handicapping Challenge on Saturday, July 20. Now in its fourth year, the Haskell Challenge boasted a record 265 entries in 2023. Last year’s winner, Gwyn Houston, took home his $7,100 bankroll plus a $17,000 cash prize and a Breeders’ Cup Betting Challenge (BCBC) seat. In addition to the eight total BCBC prizes, two seats to the NTRA National Horseplayers Championship were awarded last year and will be awarded again this year.
Hammerin' the B1G: Examining Rutgers' ceiling for the 2024 season
Rutgers is used to playing the role of an afterthought in the B1G race. However, the Scarlet Knights are no longer going to be a team that sneaks up on people. After winning 9 total games during the Chris Ash era, Rutgers re-hired Greg Schiano to rebuild the program he once transformed during the program’s Big East days. The vibe around the Scarlet Knights immediately changed with Schiano’s textbook never-quit attitude leading to 8 wins across the 2020-21 seasons.
Haskell Stakes Draw Complete As Dornoch Draws Rail, Faces Potentially Three Pletcher Trainees
The post position draw for the $1 million NYRA Bets GI Haskell Stakes to be held this Saturday July 20 at Monmouth Park is complete and GI Belmont Stakes champ Dornoch (Good Magic) has drawn the rail. The colt trained by Danny Gargan will potentially face a trio of runners...
The Monday Morning Kickoff
It's time to start a new week with the latest in Rutgers football and basketball. It's time to start a new week in the scarlet nation as Rutgers football and basketball recruiting continue to stay strong. It won't be long before Rutgers training camp is up and going with the return of football just on the horizon.
Rutgers basketball: Shooting, backcourt injury update, and more takeaways from practice
PISCATAWAY -- In search of improved shooting, the Rutgers men's basketball team will aim to utilize its size and better spacing in the backcourt this upcoming season. That was a big theme during Wednesday's summer workout. With the height and athleticism the Scarlet Knights possess at the guard and forward...
All-American Turley returning to Rutgers for 2024-25 season
PISCATAWAY, N.J. -- Jackson Turley (174) will return to Rutgers wrestling to use his final season of eligibility in 2024-25. A three-time NCAA qualifier and 2021 All-American, Turley is regarded as one of the top wrestlers in his weight class heading into the 2024-25 campaign. Turley is one of four...
Ocean’s McPherson Mans Mic for WFAN
Ex-Ocean Township High School football standout Keith McPherson (left) enjoys a broadcast on WFAN with Justin Shackil at Yankee Stadium. Photo credit: Keith McPherson. It was a whirlwind weekend, a weekend to remember for Keith McPherson in May. The 2006 Ocean Township High School graduate spent a Friday night and...
Josh Kuroda-Grauer, Donovan Zsak selected by Athletics, Guardians in 2024 MLB Draft
Two more members of the Rutgers baseball team will fulfill their lifelong dreams of playing in the Major Leagues. Shortstop Josh Kuroda-Grauer and left-handed pitcher Donovan Zsak were the latest Scarlet Knights to hear their names called in the annual MLB Draft. Kuroda-Grauer was drafted by the Oakland Athletics in...
Game Night Extravaganza at Rita's of Red Bank!
RED BANK, NJ: Rita’s of Red Bank Game Night, held every Wednesday, has become a resounding success, attracting locals and visitors alike for an evening of fun and competition. Featuring popular games like Cornhole and Darts, along with a variety of other entertaining activities, the event has cultivated a lively community atmosphere.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Emelda Jamison, owner of Rita’s of Red Bank, shares her enthusiasm: "We are thrilled to see such a fantastic turnout every week. It's wonderful to watch our community come together, enjoy themselves, and create lasting memories at Rita’s." Event Details: When: Wednesdays in July and August Time: 5:00pm - 7:00pm Where: 19 W. Front Street Starting at 5pm, bring your family and friends to our tranquil courtyard and indulge in our scrumptious array of Italian Ices and creamy Gelati while enjoying some friendly competition. With something for everyone, we can't wait to serve you and make your Wednesdays unforgettable! For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
An Early Look at Win Totals for Penn State, Rutgers, and Temple
It’s the perfect time to dip our toes into the water with college football. None of the major sports are on TV, which means 90 percent of your friend group is already through their first three seasons of the new NCAA college football game. Only one of the three...
What Rutgers’ Steve Pikiell said about Dylan Harper, Tyson Acuff’s injury timelines
Rutgers’ backcourt is expected to be back at full health by the time the preseason starts in earnest. Scarlet Knights coach Steve Pikiell said Tuesday that Dylan Harper (knee) and Tyson Acuff (foot) are both expected to return to practice by the time the team returns to practice in the fall semester.
All in the family: Shore Little Leaguer following mom and dad’s footsteps to sports success
WALL — Jacob Karpell has been consistent at the plate in the District 3 Little League Baseball Tournament for his U12 Lincroft team. Monday night he was 3-for-3 with a run and an RBI to help power his team to a 13-2 victory over Toms River – putting Lincroft one game away from winning a spot in the state tournament.
Milltown Little League's 12U District 10 Champs Eliminated from Section Three Tournament by South Wall
MANASQUAN, NJ - With both teams facing elimination, Milltown Little League's 12U District 10 champs and South Wall Little League's District 11 champs took the field Monday night in the New Jersey Little League's Section Three Tournament. South Wall is the host team and had already lost to Nottingham in its tournament opener over the weekend. Milltown lost to Toms River on Sunday. Since each team already had one loss, Monday night's match-up meant an exit for the loser in the double elimination tournament. In the end, it was Milltown's summer baseball season that ended and with...
TKR Pod: Rutgers Hoops Practice Report and Football Camp starting soon!
Richie O'Leary and Mike Broadbent Rutgers.Rivals.com Mike and Richie break down everything Richie saw at his second Rutgers basketball practice of the summer (2:00) before discussing the latest hoops offer to Kiyan Anthony (13:30). They then discuss the latest Rutgers football roster nuggets (16:45) and the big recruiting BBQ at the end of the month (21:45). They close by discussing the Rutgers wrestling assistant coaching vacancy (25:00), the Rutgers draftees in the MLB draft (27:00) and our fan podcast project (31:00). Click here to record your story: https://www.speakpipe.com/RutgersRivals TKR PODCAST IS PRESENTED BY KNIGHT AND DAY APPAREL! Beat the heat...
Athan Kaliakmanis looking to break recent trend of first-year starting quarterbacks at Rutgers
Rutgers is no stranger to using first-year quarterbacks, whether the staff turned to a transfer or true freshman. This season, Athan Kaliakmanis will assume the role of the first-year starting quarterback at Rutgers. The last time that occurred was in 2020 and was the fourth consecutive season Rutgers handed the offense over to a first-year quarterback.
Rutgers Football Top 50 Preseason Player Countdown: No.40 Troy Rainey
The start of the 2024 Rutgers football season is just around the corner and that means it's time for Scarlet Nation's annual Top 50 player projections. We will be counting down the top 50 players based on projections of how they will perform this season. The list moves on with a look at No.40, Troy Rainey.
The latest on Dylan Harper's injury status
PISCATAWAY - Rutgers basketball took the court this morning for another practice as only a certain amount of coach-supervised sessions are allowed during the summer. As has been the case since workouts started last month, one of the headliners of this team was not on the court. Freshman Dylan Harper...
No Work Wednesday on Scarlet Nation
Scarlet Nation returns another weekly feature as it's time for another No-Work Wednesday. This day is dedicated to all Rutgers fans as we provide a relentless day of content, premium perks and non-stop action on Scarlet Nation. We will have so much content that those of you at work may not get a whole lot done. Regardless of where you are, you can get over the midweek hump by indulging in the plethora of content on Scarlet Nation and the wealth of information on our premium message board, The Round Table. Our lineup starts with the following articles and will have much more to come:
2024 MLB Draft: Rutgers pitcher Donovan Zsak drafted by Guardians in 8th round
Rutgers had its second player drafted during the 2024 MLB Draft as lefty Donovan Zsak was taken in the eighth round with the 235th pick by the Cleveland Guardians on Monday. Zsak joins Josh Kuroda-Grauer as Rutgers players selected so far, with Kuroda-Grauer being selected with the 75th overall pick in the third round.
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