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UConn legends enjoying the bragging rights of two straight national titles
Jul. 22—GREENWICH — UConn's impressive run of winning six national championships in the last 25 years may be a surprise to some in the college basketball world. But not to Emeka Okafor. During his playing days, Okafor saw evidence that the men's program could continue to rack up national championships after he helped the Huskies raise the title trophy in 2004. "UConn is just a fantastic ...
Tuckahoe swimmers have strong showing at divisional meet
The Tuckahoe Tigers added to what had already been a standout championship summer swimming season with a strong performance at the six-team postseason Division 1 divisional meet. Tuckahoe swimmers won 11 races, placed second in eight others and were third in 12 events at the Northern Virginia Swimming League competition....
‘I'm getting to finish this on my terms': Darien swimmer headed to Paralympics a year after shark attack
Ali Truwit thought her next chapter was written. “I had a job lined up,” said Truwit. “I was going to start in October after a summer of celebration -- travel with friends.”. The Darien native had her Division I swim career at Yale behind her and a new...
Men's Softball Game of the Week: Bull Trade Finder Digs Deep in Win Over Cee Tree
SOMERS, N.Y. - The C Division in Men’s Softball in Somers has the top four teams within a game of each other, and in the matchup between Cee Tree and Bull Trade Finder, both teams knew a victory meant first place on Monday, July 15. A 5-1 lead for Bull Trade in the bottom of the seventh, the visitors faced a bases loaded, no one out scenario, and on the mound, Gary Casey knew he needed all his muster to prevent a heartbreaking loss. “Yeah, I’m tired, I’m not going to lie,” he said afterwards, and two fly...
Goodbye to Retiring Faculty Members
Mamaroneck is often praised for its athletics, school spirit and teachers. Amongst these three aspects of the MHS community, there exists one man: Coach Michael Chiapparelli. Chiapparelli, affectionately known as Chap, has led Mamaroneck to four state championships across boys’ hockey and baseball, coached modified girls’ hockey, and has served as a Physical Education teacher in the district for 45 years.
NY Boulders Open Three-game Home Stand Against Ottawa Titans, Fan Favorite Returns to Team for Pics and Game Action This Week
The New York Boulders return home to Clover Stadium in Pomona tonight to start a three-game series against the Ottawa Titans. Game time 7pm tonight. They’ve lost six of their last ten games. The Boulders are in 2nd place in the Eastern Division, just a half-game ahead of the Titans. Meanwhile, a fan-favorite from the championship-winning Rockland Boulders is returning to the team tonight after a stint in the big leagues. Outfielder Stephen Cardullo will play his first professional game since 2021. He was the Boulders’ first player to reach the Majors, when he joined the Colorado Rockies in 2016. Cardullo will be signing autographs and taking photos with fans tonight. He’ll suit up and take the field with the team on Thursday. Cardullo was a key member of the Boulders’ 2014 title-winning squad, hitting a leadoff home run in the second inning of Game 6 of the Championship Series that accounted for the game-winning RBI in the series clincher.
Meet James Patterson, Mike Lupica In Northvale
Bestselling James Patterson and legendary sportswriter Mike Lupica are signing copies of their new book, "Hard to Kill: A Jane Smith Thriller," on Sunday, July 28 at noon at Books and Greetings in Northvale. In the book, Smith must defend her client Rob Jacobson, accused of double triple homicide, and figure out who really committed the murders, according to a synopsis.
Little League NYS All-Star 10s baseball: Mid-Island coasts to game one win
ENDICOTT, N.Y. -- Mid-Island manager Joe Calabrese has been saying since the start of all-star play that his club still has not played a complete game. Yet his 10-year-old squad has managed to go undefeated, winning District 24 and Section 3 South titles. Tuesday, in the opening-round of the NY...
Yonkers Breakdancing League Kicks Off
Yonkers Arts is thrilled to announce the launch of the city’s inaugural Competitive Breakdancing League, spearheaded by the renowned London Reyes, also known as B-Boy London. This groundbreaking program will focus on the education, practice, and competitive sport of the art of ‘Breaking’, marking a significant milestone in the cultural and artistic landscape of Yonkers.
History Made by Boys’ and Girls’ Basketball
This year marked a historic season for both boys’ and girls’ varsity basketball, as the boys’ team not only set the record for the most wins in a season, but also tied the record held by the 2018 team for advancing the farthest in the Section 1 playoffs in school history, making it to the semi-finals.
Men's college basketball: Iona announces 2024-25 non-conference schedule
The Iona Gaels men's basketball team officially announced the non-conference portion of its 2024-25 college basketball season schedule. The Gaels will open the 2024-25 season on the road, playing at Princeton on Nov. 4. Iona's first home game will be against Delaware on Nov. 12. ...
A One-on-One with a Pair of Local Sports Junkies
So, I’m hanging out with a friend of mine from Mahopac during a Fourth of July party, a guy that’s really into local sports. Maybe not quite the junkie I am, but he says to me, “So if you had to pick one sport, nowadays, that Mahopac is celebrated for or synonymous with, what would it be?”
Iona’s Michael Faughnan Named MAAC Male Student Athlete of the Year
EDISON, NJ – Iona University men’s swimming and diving standout Michael Faughnan has been named the 2023-24 Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference Student-Athlete of the Year recipient. Faughnan becomes the 14th MAAC Male Student-Athlete of the Year from Iona and is the first non Iona Cross Country / Track & Field athlete to win MAAC Student-Athlete of the Year.
Manchester Baseball Field: To Renovate or Not to Renovate
The Mamaroneck High School (MHS) varsity baseball team, a consistent powerhouse in Section 1, is a force to be reckoned with. Under the guidance of Coach Michael Chiaparelli, Coach Donald Novak, Coach Ryan Preusse, and Coach Joe Glaser, the team has consistently produced skilled and tightly-knit rosters. The leadership and high-level coaching have propelled various Tigers teams to contend for section titles and regional championships, showcasing the success of the baseball program at Mamaroneck.
2024-25 Janney Montgomery Scott in Clarion Player Profile: Tori Harvey, Kennedy Catholic
VICTORIA (TORI) HARVEY – SOPHOMORE – KENNEDY CATHOLIC. Social Media Handles: IG- official_.tori23 ; X- tori_harvey23 ; Snap- tori23259. Highlights: State championship 23-24, Career-high 23 points, first team all-district 23-24 College Athletics plan if applicable: Yes, D1 basketball. Q&A. Q: How did you get involved in playing sports?
Beyond Boys: Girls’ Flag Football Comes to MHS
Over the past few years, Girl’s Flag Football has become increasingly popular throughout New York, with approximately 48 high schools welcoming the sport into their athletic programs in 2022. The introduction of Flag Football in nearby schools has persuaded the Mamaroneck High School athletic program to attempt to launch varsity flag football in the Spring 2025 season. It is anticipated that an official decision by the MHS Athletic Department will be made by next year. Until then, the team will operate as a club sport. This format allows the team to meet and begin honing their skills without the pressure of competition.
Eight Advance to Hazeltine from Wykagyl
NEW ROCHELLE, N.Y. (July 22, 2024) -- Monday's final qualifying round saw eight players punch their ticket to the 124th U.S. Amateur Championship, with Noah Kent of Naples, Fla., and Ryan Hart of Buffalo, N.Y., sharing the top spot at Wykagyl Country Club thanks to matching 5-under 67s. The two, who were teammates for a year at Gulf Coast High School in Naples, Fla., will make their U.S. Amateur debut together at Hazeltine Golf Club.
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