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'I was so excited for them': Montgomery County gymnasts inspired by Team USA
As the U.S. Women's Gymnastics team won the gold on Tuesday in Paris, a group of young gymnasts in Montgomery County was watching.For the young athletes who train at Oaks Gymnastics Academy, the Olympics have been top of mind."At practice yesterday, they were all excited, all talking about it," said Emily Miller, a former gymnast turned coach. "It's such an amazing group of young ladies, and they're doing a great job representing our country."Brian Turner, the owner of the academy, said he has been coaching gymnastics for 50 years.He said the Olympics always leads to an increase in enrollment, especially...
Upper Merion High School Alum Helped U.S. Women Earn First Rugby Sevens Olympics Medal
Ariana Ramsey, an Upper Merion High School graduate, helped the United States women's team win the bronze, its first Olympics rugby sevens medal ever. Ariana Ramsey, an Upper Merion High School graduate, helped the United States women’s team win its first Olympics rugby sevens medal, writes Mike Sielski for The Philadelphia Inquirer.
PHL17 Eats Highlights Koren’s Kitchen where “Fresh Can’t Be Faked”
(WPHL) PHL17’s Tyrone Sharper was able to get an inside look at Koren’s Kitchen located in Wayne, Pa. Koren’s Kitchen is owned by Chef Koren Draper, who has over 15 years of experience in the kitchen. Chef Koren has studied cuisines from around the world, including Mexico, Italy, Costa Rica, Jamaica, and regional America. Koren’s […]
Episcopal Academy in Newtown Square Has 4 Alumni in Olympic Games
4 Episcopal Academy alumni are competing in the Paris Olympics. They are (from left) Ashley Sessa '22, Nick Mead '13, Jovana Sekulic '21 & Ivan Puskovitch '19. Episcopal Academy in Newtown Square has four alumni are in Paris, participating in the 2024 Summer Olympic Games. Ashley Sessa, Class of 2022,...
Vince Cicione of Havertown Grateful to ‘3 Heroic Girls’ for His Life
Vince Cicione stands with his daugter, Marissa Cicione, Kerri Pierangeli and Liz Babeuf who all received citations for their quick actions that saved Cicione's life. Havertown resident Vince Cicione is alive today because of quick action from his daughter and two nurses, writes Nick Iadonisi for 6abc. Cicione lost consciousness...
Abington resident named assistant coach for U.S. U18 Men’s Hockey team | Abington, Cheltenham youths compete in 2024 AAU Junior Olympics
Chad Kolarik, an Abington resident, has been named an assistant coach for the U.S. Under-18 Men’s Select Team, USA Hockey announced today. Previously, Kolarik served as an assistant coach of the gold-medal winning 2023 U.S Under-18 Men’s National Team. An alum of USA Hockey’s National Team Development Program...
Chris Parker Hired as New Manager for Cobbs Creek Golf Campus
Christopher Parker has been hired as the new general manager for the Cobbs Creek Golf Campus in West Philadelphia and Upper Darby. Renovations totaling $150 million continue at the Cobbs Creek Golf Campus in West Philadelphia and Upper Darby, and now there’s a general manager, Christopher Parker, to oversee campus operations.
Two Nights Of Racing This Weekend, Modified & Sportsman Double-Header Plus Kid’s Money Scramble Saturday Night At Grandview Speedway
BECHTELSVILLE, PA. – Two nights of racing this weekend plus a Kid’s money scramble on Saturday night at Grandview Speedway. The T.P. Trailer NASCAR Modifieds and the T.P. Truck Equipment NASCAR Sportsman will be in action this Saturday night at Grandview Speedway as part of a NASCAR Advance Auto Parts Weekly Series program starting at 7:30 pm.
Registration open for Black Bear Foundations Academy for B/G in Grades 1 to 8
Registration is open for the Black Bear Fall Foundations at Far Post in Limerick for boys and girls. The Foundations Academy is for beginners to Intermediate players in grades 1st-8th looking to grow their passion for the game and improve their fundamentals and team play in a fun/challenging environment. This program is designed to improve players’ fundamentals and understanding of team play throughout the fall.
Between the Ears with Amateur Prelim Champ Kelly Glaser Beaver
It seems like these days we look at each other’s lives through the lens of a highlight reel. We get to see the incredible trips, the best jumps, and the moments that we’re proud enough of to put on social media. What we don’t talk about is how much pressure this adds to athletes on both ends of the news feed.
Water Polo Lands 15 on ACWPC Women’s All Academic Awards Ledger
BRIDGEPORT, Pa. – Villanova Water Polo found itself well-represented on the 2024 Women's All-Academic Awards List from the Association of Collegiate Water Polo Coaches with 15 student-athletes recognized. This is the second-most honorees that Villanova has seen in program history, just shy of 16 who were named at the end of the 2022 season. As a team, Villanova tied for the 12th best team GPA among varsity teams, sporting a 3.66. All-told, 859 student-athletes earned the distinction this year from the ACWPC with a GPA of 3.2 or higher. Honorees were split into three levels: Outstanding (4.0-3.71), Superior (3.70-3.41) and...
Swarthmore Spring Saturdays: A Celebration of Swarthmore Athletics
At Swarthmore, we take pride in our 22 varsity athletic teams, with a quarter of our students participating as varsity athletes and many more engaged in intramural and club sports. The unique experience of attending these games, matches, and meets at a small school like ours is something to cherish. You’re likely to know someone on whatever team you are watching, fostering a sense of belonging and inclusivity. As a swimmer, our season begins in the fall and ends in February or March, allowing us to attend more athletic events without the overlap of competitions and practices.
The Fastest-Growing Sport, Pickleball Gains Traction in Chester County
A cross between tennis and badminton, pickleball is growing rapidly in popularity, with new facilities opening around the county. Although pickleball has existed for over 60 years, it has recently experienced a massive surge in popularity, writes Neil Geoghegan for Daily Local News. Pickleball is a cross between tennis and...
Villanova to meet with Alabama transfer Kris Parker on Wednesday
Villanova is slated to meet with former Alabama guard Kris Parker on Wednesday afternoon, per Tommy Godin. Parker is a 6-foot-9, 195-pound guard that didn’t appear in any games and redshirted for the Crimson Tide this past season. He opted to transfer after his first year at Alabama and retained all four years of collegiate eligibility.
Hundreds join Brian Dawkins Impact Foundation fundraiser
Early this summer approximately 165 current and former NFL, MLB, NHL players, local sportscasters, friends and family participated in the Brian Dawkins Driving Impact Celebrity Golf Tournament at Penn Oaks in West Chester. Guests enjoyed a VIP reception, Soiree, cigar bar event, golf, socializing and a dinner with an award...
Coach Nelms Officially Releases 2024 Women’s Soccer Schedule
Gwynedd Valley, Pa. – (7/30/2024) – A month removed from their first competition, Gwynedd Mercy University Head Women's Soccer Coach Michael Nelms is pleased to announce the 2024 schedule. "Being the best demands maturity, self-discipline, and responsibility in every facet of life," opened Coach Nelms. "The new season is exciting and non-conference opponents like the University of Pittsburg at Greenburg, Penn State Schuylkill, Bryn Mawr College, and Albright College will certainly challenge us to improve in every way." He continued, "We look forward to playing Pratt Tech. - a new addition the conference – and I am encouraged by the growth of this program exhibited last season."
@BerwynClub boys’ recruit: Pennsbury 2025 FO/MID Hill commits to Robert Morris
Pennsbury 2025 faceoff midfielder Bradley Hill has committed to play Division I lacrosse at Robert Morris University. High school: Pennsbury High School, Fairless Hills. Lacrosse honors: Suburban 1 National Conference All-League First Team 2024; FOA Dark Horse Recruit, NXT Philly Showcase All Star, New Balance All-American Team Philly 2023 & New Balance All-American Tournament, Team Philly Champion; 1-95 Cup Team Philly; Suburban 1 National All-League Second Team 2023, Pennsbury Falcon Playmaker Award 2023.
Phillylacrosse.com honors its Players and Coaches of the Year for 2024 season
Boys’ Player of the Year: Malvern Prep senior LSM Lucca DiBartolomeo. The two-time All-American collected 9 goals, 12 assists, 60 groundballs, and 37 caused turnovers for a team that finished in the top 5 in every major poll and won the National Prep Championship. More impressive perhaps is the fact that five years ago he was diagnosed with Non-Hodgkins Lymphoma and had to take a year off to undergo intense chemo and radiation treatments. The Penn State signee has been a driving force in fundraising efforts through the HEADstrong Foundation and the Lymphoma and Leukemia Society, raising over $30,000 to fight cancer.
After just 2 months, Interboro Bucs win Ruth league berth
I t has been an historic season for the Interboro Bucs 10-U softball team. After only two months of existence in the Norwood Athletic Club, the team earned a berth in the Babe Ruth League World Series in Florence, Alabama setting a record for its club. This does not mark...
Brown: Narberth’s Harold D. Speakman Post 356 American Legion Baseball, instilling values which money can’t buy
This writing is dedicated to Tom Graham, PA State Prep League Baseball Committee Member with fifty-three years of varied service, and to Jack Purdy, Region 3 Director for nearly three decades, governing Senior Leagues from Chester, Greater Norristown, Lower Bucks County, Lower Montgomery County, Main Line, and Philadelphia. American Legion...
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